How does Royal Caribbean cruise line actually control drink package sharing?

Cruisers ask this all the time: How do cruise lines actually control drink package sharing? It’s not about policing every sip. It’s about systems. Royal Caribbean ties beverage packages to your SeaPass card or WOW Band, displays your photo when scanned, limits orders to one drink at a time, and tracks purchase timing. Crew are also trained to step in if they see obvious hand-offs. If sharing is confirmed, the package can be canceled without a refund. Another rule many people miss: if one adult in a stateroom buys the Deluxe Beverage Package, other adults in that cabin usually have to purchase it too. That policy does not apply to soda or refreshment packages. The practical approach: buy the package for the person who will realistically use it and plan to pay for other drinks individually. If you’re trying to decide whether a drink package is worth it, I have a full breakdown pinned on my profile. #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #DrinkPackage #CruisePlanning #CruiseHacks