Introduction
The MSC Cruise cast shares insights on drink packages and the best time to book them. They discuss different drink package options, pricing, and strategies for maximizing your cruise experience.
Drink Packages on MSC Cruises
The hosts share their love-hate relationship with drink packages, recounting their experiences on MSC Cruises. They discuss the different drink package options available, including the Easy, Easy Plus, Premium Extra, Alcohol-Free, and Minors packages.
Benefits of Drink Packages
They highlight the benefits of drink packages, such as the variety of drinks included, from cocktails to mocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, bottled water, and coffee drinks. They emphasize the convenience and cost-effectiveness of having a drink package on a cruise.
Unlimited Drinks and Bar Crawls
The hosts mention the perk of unlimited drinks with MSC’s drink packages and share their experiences with bar crawls on MSC ships. They discuss the fun and challenges of visiting multiple bars in a day and trying different drinks.
Booking Strategies for Drink Packages
They provide insights into when to book drink packages, comparing rates for booking drink packages upfront versus adding them later. They also discuss the strategy of booking a cruise-only rate if you plan to bid for an upgrade, saving money in the long run.
New Ship Bars and Upcoming Comparisons
The hosts express excitement about exploring the new bars on upcoming MSC ships and mention their upcoming podcast episode comparing Carnival and MSC in various categories to help travelers make informed decisions for their cruises.
Related Questions
1. Is there a limit to the number of drinks you can have per day with MSC’s drink packages?
Yes, there is no limit to the number of drinks you can have per day with MSC’s drink packages.
2. What are some benefits of booking a cruise-only rate and adding a drink package later?
Booking a cruise-only rate allows for flexibility in bidding for upgrades, and if you don’t win the bid, you can add a drink package later without losing money.
3. Why do the hosts suggest booking the Wi-Fi and drink package together at the beginning of a reservation?
Booking the Wi-Fi and drink package together at the beginning of a reservation offers a significant cost-saving compared to adding the package later.
4. How do MSC’s drink packages compare to those of other cruise lines like Carnival?
The hosts plan to compare MSC and Carnival in various categories to provide insights into which cruise line offers better value for different types of travelers.
5. What are some considerations for choosing between Carnival and MSC for a multi-generational trip?
Factors like onboard activities, dining options, entertainment, and overall experience will be compared to help travelers decide between Carnival and MSC for a multi-generational trip.