A Guide to Oceania Cruises’ Drinks Packages
If you’re looking for a luxurious cruise getaway, Oceania Cruises is a fantastic option. Sailing to destinations from the beautiful Mediterranean to North America, Asia and beyond, Oceania Cruises boast smaller, intimate ships that provide guests with world-class service, mouthwatering cuisine and fantastic entertainment options.
When booking a cruise with Oceania, one of the first things people purchase is a drinks package — which is a great way of enhancing your experience onboard and saving yourself some money in the long run. With Your World Included (for new reservations on sailings departing on or after January 1, 2025), your base fare will include still and sparkling bottled water, soft drinks, tea, specialty coffee, fresh fruit juices, and smoothies – among other benefits, including unlimited Wi-Fi and gratuities. However, that doesn’t mean a drinks package isn’t worthwhile, if you’re looking to enjoy an alcoholic beverage or three during your evenings onboard.
Oceania Cruises currently offers two drinks packages, in addition to the benefits you’ll receive with Your World Included: House Select, and Prestige Select. Parts of both the former and the latter are now included in your Oceania cruise fare as standard – no matter the class of cabin or suite you’re in – but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth the upgrade.
In this guide, we’ll take you through what’s included in each of the packages, the cost of upgrading your package and more useful information. It may also be worth checking out all the other extra charges on a cruise ship you need to know about, if you're working on a budget for your upcoming getaway.
Keep reading to find out more!
Oceania Cruises’ House Select Drinks Package
As aforementioned, the first type of drinks package available with Oceania Cruises is House Select. A great option for those looking for more options to the included soft drinks, water and tea/coffee, it comes with a range of drinks that you can enjoy both at lunch and at dinner within the restaurants.
With Oceania Cruises’ House Select package, you can delight in the following selection of drinks:
- Premium label, international wines (by the glass)
- Champagne (by the glass)
- A selection of beers
However, there are certain exclusions with House Select, including drinks in the mini bar and drinks in other bars/venues throughout the ship.
Oceania Cruises’ Prestige Select Drinks Package
Alternatively, if you’re looking to upgrade your experience, then you may opt for the Prestige Select package. With this inclusive offering, you’ll also receive 20% off La Reserve wine pairing dinners (available on Oceania Vista, Oceania Riviera and Oceania Marina).
Upgrade cost: $30 per person, per day.
Oceania Cruises’ Prestige Select drinks package includes more flexibility to that of the House Select package. Not only can you enjoy drinks throughout the day, wherever you wish throughout the ship, but a selection of premium beverages, including:
- Premium label, international wines (by the glass)
- Champagne (by the glass)
- A selection of beers
- Premium spirits
However, there are certain exclusions with Prestige Select, including room service orders and drinks in the mini bar.
Oceania Cruises’ Drinks Packages FAQs
How much are drinks throughout the ship?
As on most cruise ships, you’ll have the option to buy drinks individually. Onboard Oceania Cruises, cocktails will set you back around $12, spirits approximately $11-$14 and wines by the glass between $11-16.
How much does it cost to upgrade a drinks package on Oceania?
To upgrade your package to the Prestige Select drinks package, it costs $30 per guest, per day. You can do this either in advance of your sailing or once onboard; however the upgraded package must be purchased by both guests in the stateroom.
Can two people use one drink package on a Oceania Cruises’ getaway?
No, drinks packages on Oceania Cruises can’t be shared and must be purchased for each guest separately.
What is the minimum drinking age on Oceania Cruises?
On a Oceania Cruises’ getaway, the minimum drinking age for alcoholic drinks is 21. Guests aged 18-20 can purchase alcohol when not in US territorial waters; such as on a Alaskan or New England cruise.
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Oceania Drinks Package Terms and Conditions
- All drinks packages are non-refundable
- The Your World Included package is valued at more than $1,800 per stateroom (excluding Grand Voyages)
- House or Prestige drinks packages must be purchased for each guest
- Gratuities are now included in your base fare as part of Oceania Cruises' Your World Included
*Other terms and conditions may apply.