If you want to enjoy as much coffee, sparkling water, and sodas on your cruise, but drinks with alcohol aren't of interest, then the Refreshment Package might be the choice for you.
With the Refreshment Package, you can order almost any non-alcoholic beverage at any bar and restaurant on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship.
This provides an easy way to budget your cruise without worrying about generating a big bill at the end of the sailing. You'll get as many non-alcoholic beverages as you care to enjoy for one fixed price.
The Royal Refreshment package includes juices, premium coffees, bottled water and virgin cocktails. By purchasing the Royal Refreshment package, it ensures you not only get to enjoy as many of these drinks as you like, but it also allows you to lock in the price of your preferred drinks.
What does the Royal Refreshment package include?
Guests can choose between unlimited fountain sodas, non-alcoholic beverages and cocktails, bottled water (500ml), sparkling water (375 ml), fresh squeezed juices, premium coffee and premium tea.
Guests who purchase the Royal Refreshment package will also receive a souvenir Coca-Cola cup, which can be used with the Coca-Cola Freestyle machines on select Royal Caribbean ships.
How much is the Royal Refreshment package?
The standard price of the Royal Refreshment Package is $29.00 per guest (not including gratuity) per night of your cruise.
When you purchase the drink package, a one-time gratuity (referred to as a service charge) will be charged as well.
This means the daily price you pay covers all the drinks covered in this package, as well as gratuity.
Is there ever a discount offered on the Royal Refreshment package?
On occasion, Royal Caribbean does offer a pre-cruise discount on certain drink packages purchased prior to your cruise via the Cruise Planner site.
We usually share Cruise Planner sales on this site, which tend to occur once every few weeks or so.
There is no risk in purchasing a drink package now and taking advantage of a price drop later. If you spot a better discount on something you already pre-purchased, you should be able to cancel the purchase and then re-purchase the same item under this promotion.
Does the Royal Refreshment package include espresso-based coffee?
Royal Caribbean defines "premium coffees" as cappuccinos, espressos, and lattes. Thus, espresso based drinks are included with the Royal Refreshment package at any restaurant, bar, or cafe that serves espresso beverages.
This includes specialty coffees you can get at Cafe Promenade, Cafe Latte-tudes, or Cafe@Two70. At these locations, they serve Starbucks drinks and are included with a Refreshment Package.
However, the Refreshment Package does not work at Starbucks kiosks.
Does the Royal Refreshment package include milk shakes?
As of July 2018, milkshakes at Johnny Rockets are included.
Who is the Royal Refreshment package best for?
We believe the Royal Refreshment package is a great choice for guests who are not interested in (or are not old enough to purchase) alcoholic beverages, but still want to have premium non-alcoholic beverages while on their cruise.
Typically, this package is popular with guests that enjoy premium coffees, virgin cocktails and soft drinks. Teenagers especially gravitate towards the Royal Refreshment package, because they can enjoy the lots of drinks without fear of a large bill later. Adults also find the package worthwhile, for the premium coffee and fresh squeezed juices option.
Essentially, it tends to resonate as a good choice for guests who are not interested in alcoholic beverages, but want to still enjoy many drinks that cost extra.
What is the difference between the Royal Refreshment package and the Classic Soda Package?
The Classic Soda package only includes soft drinks and a souvenir Coca-Cola cup, whereas the Royal Refreshment package includes soft drinks, a souvenir Coca-Cola cup, and many other varieties of drinks.
Instead of just sodas, the Royal Refreshment package includes virgin cocktails, premium coffee, fresh squeezed juice and more.
Can I purchase the Royal Refreshment package and share drinks with someone I know onboard?
No, sharing beverages on any of Royal Caribbean's unlimited drink packages is strictly prohibited.
If I buy the Royal Refreshment package, are others in my stateroom required to purchase the same drink package?
No, unlike Royal Caribbean's Deluxe Beverage package, Royal Caribbean does not require other guests in the same stateroom to purchase a Royal Refreshment package.
