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Going on an MSC cruise and wanting to know everything about their drink package options? This post discusses each of MSC’s drink packages, generalized tips you need to know, if their drink packages are worth it and also includes a menu of their drink selections.
MSC cruise line is actively breaking into the North America cruise circuit. In doing so more and more people are looking into whether or not they should take a cruise on MSC.
With their competitive prices (Although I have heard they will be raising prices to match competitors so if you’ve been thinking about booking a cruise with MSC I would jump on it!) it is a great option for many who are seeing prices continue to rise on some of their favorite cruise lines or for anyone who just wants to try something new!
I personally took a chance and tried MSC for the first time in May 2023 and absolutely loved it. I cruised on MSC Seaside for 7 nights out of Port Canveral to Nassau, Ocean Cay, Cozumel and Costa Maya.
Unlike other cruise lines who may only offer an alcoholic and non alcoholic drink package, MSC has several levels to their drink packages at all different price points. This is a great selling point that I wish more cruise lines offered.
Not everyone needs every option in the world and would like to have a drink package at a lower cost that still gives them a few choices.
This blog post will answer all of your questions on MSC drink packages, leaving you an expert on the subject so you will know exactly what package is best for you on your next cruise.
This post is all about MSC cruise drink packages.
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If you’re going on an MSC cruise and definitely want the drink package, first and foremost you should see if they are offering their FREE DRINKS AND WIFI promo. It is not always offered/isn’t offered in every country from what I hear but if it is, it’s 100% the way to go.
Getting the FREE DRINKS AND WIFI promo while booking is going to be cheaper than if you add a drink package after booking. (Most likely, haven’t seen a time it’s not cheaper. Only exception may be the minors package.)
This promo is going to vary in price based on several things: ship, sailing length, capacity, and I’m sure a couple other factors MSC offcials know.
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When I went on MSC Seaside in May of 2023 I was able to get the drinks and wifi add on for $180/person for my 7 night sailing.
*It is important to note when they say “FREE DRINKS AND WIFI” it is not actually free but offering you the add ons for a discount.
Compared to other cruise line’s who would offer a drink package for $700+ for that length of time and that wouldn’t include wifi as well, it was a GREAT DEAL.
For my sailing after booking, wifi was available for $80/device. If you factored in that price (which isn’t an exact science I understand, just using it as a possible example) that would make my drink package only $100 for 7 nights!!
That’s a little over $14/day. That’s the price of one drink on Royal Caribbean before gratuity.
Side Note:
If you do book the FREE DRINKS AND WIFI PROMO it is going to give you their Easy Plus drink package which I will go into detail about what that includes below. In my opinion this is good enough for most people and you will not need to upgrade.
If you do want the Premium Extra package you can pay the difference in cost from the Easy Plus.
MSC Cruise Drink Packages:
1. Easy Package:
If you’re looking to save some money or are not picky and are fine with the most basic drinks, MSC’s easy drink package might be the one for you.
This package includes:
-Selected classic or international cocktails
-Non-alcoholic cocktails and mixed drinks
-Spirits (whisky, vodka, gin, rum, tequila, brandy – one brand per type)
-House wines (red, white, sparkling, rosè)
-Draft beer Heineken and bottled beer Heineken*
-Soft drinks from the fountain, canned soft drinks, fruit juices by the glass and bottled
-Bottled Mineral Water
-Classic hot drinks (espresso, cappuccino, caffèlatte, hot tea, hot chocolate)
2. Easy Plus Package:
The Easy Plus package is included in MSC’s FREE DRINKS AND WIFI PROMO. This package is the perfect option for your every day cruiser. Some may want to upgrade but most will find this package has everything they need.
This is the package I had for my MSC cruise and think it’s a great option with a wide variety of drinks. I normally don’t get the drink package because of the cost but for the price I was offered, I couldn’t turn it down. Besides alcoholic drinks, I loved the cocktail and latte options I could get.
The biggest help was being able to get 1 liter water bottles to take back to my room at night.
This package includes:
-Variety of frozen and classic cocktails
-Fresh fruit cocktails and protein shakes
-Well spirits, liqueurs and cordials
-Variety of draught and bottled beers
-Non-alcoholic cocktails and all non alcoholic drinks
-Bottled Mineral Water
-Wide range of hot drinks
-10% discount on bottles of wine purchased on board
-Selection of wines by the glass
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3. Premium Extra Package:
If you want top shelf options on your cruise, the Premium Extra package will be the choice you want. If you did get the free drinks and wifi promo you can upgrade from Easy Plus to Premium Extra for a fee.
This package includes:
-Wide Selection of Premium and International cocktails
-Non-alcoholic cocktails and all non-alcoholic drinks
-Fresh fruit and protein cocktails
-Premium brand spirits, liqueurs and cordials
-Wide selection of fine wine by glass
-Champagne by glass
-Wide variety of draft and bottled beer
-Bottled Mineral Water
-Wide selection of classic and specialty hot drinks
-25% discount on purchased of bottled wine and champagne
4. Alcohol-Free Package:
If you don’t drink alcohol but still want to indulge in delicious mocktails, sodas, lattes and more then you should consider the Alcohol-Free package.
This package includes:
-Non-alcoholic cocktails
-Fresh fruit and protein cocktails
-Energy drinks
-Sodas
-Flavored water
-Wide range of hot drinks
-Soft serve ice cream
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5. Minors Package
This package is exactly the same as the Alcohol-Free package but is specifically for minors. If you’re cruising with your child and buy a drink package for yourself, they will be required to get the Minors package.
This package includes:
-Non-alcoholic cocktails
-Fresh fruit and protein cocktails
-Energy drinks
-Flavored water
-Soda by glass and bottle
-Wide range of hot drinks
-Soft serve ice cream
No matter what drink package you choose, MSC offers a wide variety for a multitude of needs.
Generalized facts about MSC’s drink packages and tips:
- Gratuties are already included in the price of the drink package
- Brands may vary by sailing
- MSC drink packages are available on all ships except sailings in South Africa and China
- Only Easy Plus and Premium Extra drink packages can be used at specialty dining restaurants
- If you have booked MSC’s Yacht Club it will automatically come with their Premium Extra drink package
- It is 15% cheaper to purchase a drink package before your cruise compared to when you are already on it
- MSC unlike other cruise lines does not let you bring alcohol on the ship
- Drink package can be used on MSC’s private island: Ocean Cay Marine Reserve
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When I cruised on MSC Seaside in May of 2023 I also took pictures of their drink menu that was offered on the ship. I have included these pictures below.
Are MSC Cruise Line’s drink packages worth it?
After having a drink package on for my MSC cruise I would say their drink package is definitely worth it! Especially if you can score the FREE DRINKS AND WIFI PROMO.
MSC offers a huge variety of drink options that go across all of their different package options.
Even if you don’t buy a drink package for your cruise, they have several options that are reasonably priced. Particularly if you’ve been looking at other cruise lines that don’t offer any cocktails for under $10.
This post was all about MSC cruise drink packages.
