Ahoy Lisa!
Welcome aboard here at planDisney! Oh boy, I'm so happy to hEAR you have a Disney cruise on the horizon. I know you all must be incredibly excited about sailing with Captain Mickey and his friends.
Sounds like you are already aware that alcoholic beverages onboard Disney Cruise Line are subject to an additional charge. But good news! There are definitely ways to stretch your Disney dollars with a Beer or Wine Package. To sign up for a beverage package, you can pre-purchase one through
Onboard Gifts OR you can purchase it once onboard. Most times, I just wait until I'm onboard to figure out my preference.
Depending on the length of your sailing, which ship, and whether you choose the classic or premium package, the wine packages range from $98 (3 bottle package) to $316 (7 bottle package). You can order a wine package online at Onboard Gifts no later than three days before you set sail or once onboard, a member of your dining team will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile, beer packages currently are priced starting at $ 33.75, and a variety of beer brands are available. Pricing for both beer and wine packages is always subject to change.
While there are not packages for cocktails (they are ordered a la carte), you could sign up for a
Beverage Tasting which is a great way to find a new favorite beverage! These interactive seminars are designed to teach Guests about the making of and origins of some popular spirits and liquor. We always end up making new friends with fellow cruisers and have a lot of fun in the process! My favorite ones so far have been the Mixology Class and the Tequila and Margarita Tasting. The prices are always subject to change but currently range from approximately $20-35.
Another cost-savings idea is to choose the Drink of the Day! There’s a new one featured each day and it is served at a discount. The
Disney Cruise Line Navigator app will give you information on each day's drink and where you can find them onboard!
Finally, you can also
carry beer and wine onboard with you. Each adult 21 years of age or older can carry on two bottles of unopened wine or champagne (750 ml or smaller) OR six beers (12 ounces or less) on embarkation day and at each port. Just make sure when carrying alcohol onboard, you follow the steps outlined. When you arrive at the port for embarkation, keep any wine or beer in your carry-on luggage with you and NOT in your checked luggage.
Pop back by planDisney if you think of any more planning questions before you set sail. Cheers to you and wishing you a fabulous cruise!
Bon Voyage!
Sherry