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So I'm pretty sure the more I read about Disney Cruises the more confused I get... but here I go anyway
I was under the impression that all food and beverages on the ship is included in the cost of the cruise aside from alcoholic beverages (which doesn't matter since I'm 20) But now I'm seeing that snacks and drinks are not included? I'm not a 3 giant meals a day person and I drink water constantly so any insight into this would be very appreciated. I'll say byebye to some shopping money if it will keep me hydrated I just need to be prepared accordingly!
All food at restaurants is included, as are most other nonalcoholic beverages (e.g. sodas, milk, coffee, tea, and juices) at restaurants. Smoothies are available at dinner for an extra charge. There is a complimentary beverage station on the pool deck with soda, milk, juice, coffee, hot water and tea bags.
Buying beverages in theaters and clubs costs extra. There is bottled water available by the pool and elsewhere for an additional charge.
There's a counter service place on the pool deck that has wraps, salads, fruit, and soft-serve ice cream at no charge. Other counter service places on the same deck have pizza, burgers, hot dogs, and other sandwiches. These places close around dinner time, I think.
Most food from room service is free (although a tip is expected) but cans of soda, bottled water, and maybe packaged snacks do cost extra. Packaged snacks are also sold at a shop by one of the theaters.
So, if you just want to keep fed and hydrated, you can do it at no cost. If you want bottled water or the convenience of getting drinks and snacks during a show, there is a cost.
You are permitted to bring bottled water (and other beverages) onboard with you, but it must be carried onto the ship (not stowed in luggage you "check" before you board).
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If you can't decide on whether or not to pre-purchase the bottled water package, you can always do so once you board. Place your order and it'll be delivered later in the day to your stateroom. We purchased the case on our last 4 night cruise and it worked out fine. We liked that option as it was one less thing for to worry about carrying around the day we boarded. You should be able to find info. on DCL's website.
Also, it is worth noting that that tap water on board is perfectly fine to drink and tastes good. And I'm fairly picky. I would never drink the tap water at my house. I brought a sports bottle and kept refilling.
Also, it is worth noting that that tap water on board is perfectly fine to drink and tastes good. And I'm fairly picky. I would never drink the tap water at my house. I brought a sports bottle and kept refilling.
I am also very picky about water and I felt DCL's tap water was just fine. I refilled my sports bottle as well. You can request ice to be brought to your room as well. You can also get one of those britta water bottles for extra filtration if you feel the need. We did not purchase a single water bottle.
Oh good! I just assumed it was like Disney water, grosssss. I'm fine with tap water if it doesn't taste like a sulfer mine and I can have it with ice and keep it handy Woo! I'll just take my Nalgene and refill constantly since I'm sure it will be super hot during the day, gotta stay hydrated!
Yep, pretty much, you have to work hard to find food you'd have to pay for. As noted, the only extra-cost food items on board are the popcorn, candy, etc. available by the theaters, and meals at Palo (which is actually a service charge for the staff, not a food charge).
Regular soft drinks, juice, and milk are free in all dining rooms, and at the beverage station on Deck 9 aft, near all the free counter service food. As long as you're willing to walk/take the elevator to get a soft drink, there's no need to pay for them at one of the bars or from room service.
Milk, juice, hot coffee, and hot tea are free from room service. All other room service drinks are extra.
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I didn't realize all that stuff was together like that, doesn't seem too bad at all! I think our stateroom is 7626 so just up a couple flights of stairs and we are there
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