• Only valid for cruises during the South African local season. Packages cannot be booked less than 3 days prior to departure. Brands may vary over time.
• All prices are subject to currency fluctuations and may change without prior notice. Packages can be withdrawn and/or amended without prior notice.
• Prices will be confirmed at time of booking. Standard terms and conditions apply. Pre-paid packages are not refundable, transferable and cannot be
  redeemed for cash.

Packages are sold on a per cruise basis and not a per day or any other basis. Pricing applies to each day of the cruise, except for disembarkation day. Once activated on board, packages cannot be terminated or refunded. Packages must be booked by all guests occupying the same cabin. This includes minors, for whom the Minors Package must be booked. Packages are not obligatory for infants under three years of age. The following exclusions apply: tobacco, souvenir glasses, ice cream menu, retail items, minibar, room service and promotions. Other conditions & terms may apply. Beverages and liquors may be substituted based on availability and itinerary. Check FAQ for additional information.

 

Easy Package

The Easy Package applies to drinks in the Easy Package menu available in all bars, buffets, main dining room, as well as private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. The Easy Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day. Package is not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, or MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.

 

 

Easy Plus

The Easy Plus Package also includes a 10% discount on bottles of wine purchased on board. Beverage gratuities are included. The Easy Plus Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day and can be used at all bars and dining venues on board and on private islands. Not applicable at Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

 

 

Premium Extra

The Premium Extra Package also includes a 25% discount on bottles of wine and Champagne purchased on board. Beverage gratuities are included. The Premium Extra Package can be used for a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day and can be used at all bars and dining venues on board and on private islands. Not applicable at Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.

 

Alcohol Free

The Alcohol-free Package can be used at all bars and in main dining room on board and on private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. Not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club

 

Minors

The Minors Package is applicable for minors (age respective of the country/operation area) who are part of a family purchasing an Adult Package. Package can be used at all bars and in main dining room on board and on private islands. Beverage gratuities are included. Not applicable at specialty restaurants, Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, or the MSC Virtuosa Starship Club. 

The following packages are available:

• Cocktails & Spirits Package
• Beer, Ciders, Coolers, Wine & Soft Drinks Package
• Soft Drinks & Ice Cream Package
• Water & Hot Drinks Package

Yes, prepaid all-inclusive beverage packages are available for all MSC Cruises, excluding ships sailing in South Africa and China

Yes, the brand of the products vary depending on destination and season.

The following packages are available:
•  Easy Package
• Easy Plus Package
• Premium Extra Package
• Alcohol-Free Package
• Minors Package

To check which drink package you can add to your cruise, log into My MSC Area.

Not applicable for South Africa 2024/2025 cruise departures.

New beverage packages will be introduced in April 2025. Guests who purchased a beverage package before December 18, 2024, for cruises sailing from April 2025 onwards, will continue to receive the service associated with their original package. Starting December 18, 2024, only the new beverage packages will be available for purchase for cruises sailing from April 2025 onwards.

The Premium Extra Package is included with the Yacht Club experience on all cruises. Please note: The limit of 15 alcoholic beverages per day applies only to areas outside the exclusive Yacht Club area. Within the Yacht Club, guests can enjoy the alcoholic beverages of their package without any restrictions.

Yes, the drink packages can be consumed on the Ocean Cay island and on Sir Bani Yas in Emirates. The island’s beverage offering may not include the full onboard beverage selection.

Yes, all drink packages can be purchased before your cruise, with a discount of up to 15% compared to onboard prices. Discounts may vary based on seasonal offers or special promotions. Please note that for cruises to the Caribbean, North America, and Alaska, the Easy and Easy Plus packages are only available for pre-cruise purchase and cannot be bought onboard.

Yes. All MSC Cruises' pre-paid and onboard drink packages include gratuities.

All packages can be used in Buffet Restaurants, main Restaurants and Bars. But only the following ones can also be used in the Specialty Restaurants:

• Easy Plus Package
• Premium Extra Package

Minors package can be consumed in specialty restaurants too if the minor’s family/group purchased the Easy Plus or Premium Extra packages.
Not applicable for South Africa 2024/2025 cruise departures.

Yes, in order for all guests to dine together at the restaurant, they must all subscribe to the same drinks package.
This means that if one guest chooses a certain drinks package, all other guests who wish to dine together with them must book the same type of drinks package (Easy, Premium, ...).
This ensures a consistent dining experience for all members of the group. This includes minors, for whom the Minors Package must be booked.

Not applicable for South Africa 2024/2025 cruise departures.

Yes, the Minors Package must be purchased for all underage guests travelling with adults who purchase a beverage package. Applicable for minors aged 3-17 on European itineraries and 3-12 on North American and Caribbean itineraries. (Alcohol-free package available for minors 13-20 years old).

Yes, this option is available to all our guests.

Not applicable for South Africa 2024/2025 cruise departures.

The Premium Extra Package is included for all cruises booked in MSC Yacht Club.

No. Guests who purchase alcoholic all-inclusive beverage packages Easy, Easy Plus, or Premium Extra, and who want to enjoy cocktails, spirits and/or wines by the glass that are not included in their package, will pay only the price difference between the package allowance and the à la carte price of ordered drinks.

Not applicable for South Africa 2024/2025 cruise departures