Are you Team Drink Package or Team Pay As You Go #drinkpackage #cruisevacation

The robotic bartender makes zero mistakes. It measures precisely, wastes nothing, and works around the clock. It is the perfect symbol for what’s really behind your drink package: cold, hard math. Most people book „all-inclusive“ purely out of fear of the final bill – and walk right into the trap. 🛳️📈 Here is the insider check on why your expensive package is often just a pure gift to the cruise line: 1️⃣ $500 for peace of mind: Many pay hundreds of dollars extra just to feel „free“ on board. In reality, you aren’t buying drinks; you are buying the absence of anxiety over hidden costs. The cruise line charges a massive premium for that psychological comfort. 💸🛡️ 2️⃣ The „I need another one“ pressure: If you have a package, you often drink way more than you actually want – just to make it „worth it.“ Suddenly, you’re stressing over hitting your break-even point instead of actually relaxing. 🍹🧠 3️⃣ The port day trap: Have you considered how much time you’re actually on the ship? On heavy port days, you’re often ashore for 8–10 hours. Your package sits unused at the bar while you pay extra for drinks on land. It’s a sea day luxury that turns into an absolute waste of money in port. 🚌💨 4️⃣ The „freebie“ secret: Many completely forget: basic coffee, water, tea, and juices (especially at the buffet) are often included anyway! If you only drink two glasses of wine a night, your expensive package is blindly funding the wild parties of other guests. ☕ 5️⃣ The mentor check: Do the ruthless math before you book: how many sea days do you actually have? Those who utilize happy hours or pay per drink often end up hundreds of dollars cheaper and have zero „drinking stress“ at the end of the trip. 📈✅ The algorithm will probably never show you my page again! 🥺 Let’s change that! For more insider tips: follow @cruisementor 😃🙌 Be honest: Are you Team „Drink Package“ 🍹 (peace of mind first) or Team „Pay As You Go“ 🤑 (math saves money)? What is your secret strategy? Let me know in the comments! 👇 ⸻ 📌 Follow Cruise Mentor for more Cruise Insights: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CruiseMentor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cruise.mentor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cruise.mentor #cruise #cruisetips #cruiseblogger #cruisereview