Drink Packages on Cruises

Summary

In this episode, Peter Greenberg breaks down the economics of cruise ship drink packages, comparing the cost of unlimited alcohol, soft‑drink, juice, and even bottled‑water options against buying drinks individually. He highlights that roughly half of passengers purchase these packages to avoid surprise bills, noting that premium packages can exceed $115 per day, translating to over $800 on a week‑long cruise, while kids’ soda packages run about $125. Greenberg also points out a key policy: if cabin mates share a room, both must have a drink package, effectively doubling the expense for some travelers.