cruise drink packages

STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Packages are sold on a per cruise basis and not a per day or any other basis. Pricing applies to each day of the cruise, except for disembarkation day. Packages are not applicable to disembarkation day. Once activated on board, packages cannot be terminated, refunded, or transferred. Packages must be booked by all guests occupying the same cabin, travelling together and wishing to dine at the same table.  This includes minors, for whom the Minors Package must be booked. Packages are not obligatory for infants under three years of age. The following exclusions apply: tobacco, souvenir glasses, ice cream menu, retail items, minibar, room service and promotions. Price limits may vary over time. All prices are subject to currency fluctuations and may change without prior notice. Other conditions & terms may apply. Beverages, liquors, and brands may be substituted based on availability and itinerary. Check FAQ for additional information.

 Packages are not transferable and may not be shared with other passengers. Packages can be withdrawn and/or amended without prior notice. Violation of any of these terms or conditions may result in the cancellation of the drinks package without any entitlement to a refund, exchange, credit, or otherwise.

Easy Package

The Easy Package applies to drinks in the Easy Package menu available in all bars, buffets, main dining room, as well as private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. The Easy Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day. Package is not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, or MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

 

Premium Extra

The Premium Extra Package also includes a 25% discount on bottles of wine and Champagne purchased on board. Beverage gratuities are included. The Premium Extra Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day and can be used at all bars and dining venues on board and on private islands. Not applicable at Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

 

Alcohol Free

The Alcohol-free Package can be used at all bars and in main dining room on board and on private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. Not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club

 

Minors

The Minors Package is applicable for minors (age respective of the country/operation area) who are part of a family purchasing an Adult Package. Package can be used at all bars and in main dining room on board and on private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. Not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club. 

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
DRINKS PACKAGES ON SOUTH AFRICAN DEPARTURES

MSC offers drinks packages for purchase before and during a cruise. A drinks package gives the passenger the option to enjoy up to the number of type of beverages specified in the package, at discounted rates, for the duration of the cruise.

Drink packages purchased before the cruise (“pre-cruise drinks packages”) offer a greater percentage discount than those purchased onboard (“onboard drinks packages”). Nevertheless, passengers in both cases enjoy significant promotional savings compared to the à la carte pricing available onboard.

Pre-cruise drinks packages cannot be refunded or transferred after the departure of the cruise. Onboard drinks packages are not refundable nor transferable once purchased onboard.

The value of a drinks package is not linked to the price paid by the passenger for the package or the total number of drinks that the passenger can enjoy as part of the package. The value of the package is much greater than this and provides the passenger with the option to enjoy a variety of specified drinks at discounted rates for the duration of the cruise. Passengers are, therefore, encouraged to make the most of the drinks packages whilst on board as the value of the drinks package cannot be refunded, transferred, or exchanged, unless otherwise provided above.

15% Gratuity included.

 

Check FAQ for additional information.

Yes, drink packages are available on all MSC Cruises ships, however Asia and 3-nights sailings in the USA will not offer drink packages

The following packages are available:

 

• Cocktails, Spirits, Wine & Beer package

• Non - Alcoholic Drinks package
• Soda & Ice Cream Package

Yes, the products vary depending on destination and season

Yes. All MSC Cruises' pre-cruise and post-paid drink packages include gratuities.

Yes, all drink packages can be consumed on Ocean Cay island. The Ocean Cay beverage offering may not include the full onboard beverage selection.

Please be advised that in respect to the Saudi Law, alcohol will not be served during the Calls in Saudi Arabian ports. Alcohol will be available to our guests when the ship sails in International Waters.

All packages can be used in Buffet Restaurants, main Restaurants and Bars. But only the Premium Extra Package can also be used in the Specialty Restaurants. 

Minors package can be consumed in specialty restaurants too if the minor’s family/group purchased the Premium Extra package.

Yes, the Minors Package must be purchased for all under age guests travelling with adults who purchase a beverage package. Applicable for minors aged 3-17 on European itineraries and 3-20 on North American and Caribbean itineraries.

Guests will be able to upgrade their drinks packages to Easy and Premium Extra prior to embarkation.

The Premium Extra Package is included with the MSC Yacht Club experience on all cruises.
Please note: In line with our responsible drinking policies, a daily limit of 15 alcoholic beverages per guest applies both within and outside the exclusive MSC Yacht Club area.

Yes, all drink packages can be purchased before your cruise, with discounts starting from 15% compared to onboard prices. Discounts may vary based on seasonal offers or special promotions. Please note that for cruises to the Caribbean, North America, and Alaska, the Easy packages are only available for pre-cruise purchase and cannot be purchased onboard.

Guests who have unused and valid drinks vouchers can use those vouchers on any local cruise until the end of the upcoming 2025/2026 South African Cruise Season, which ends in April 2026.