The math on a cruise beverage package hits different when you’re surrounded by a full bar, a pool deck full of beautiful people and absolutely nowhere to be until tomorrow.
But there’s a difference between drinking a lot and drinking smart. And on Bliss, where the nights go long and the energy never really stops, a little strategy goes a very long way.
Here’s how to make sure every sip counts.
Always Specify Your Spirit
This one tip alone is worth reading the whole post for.
When you walk up to a bar and order a vodka soda, the bartender is going to pour whatever’s closest. That usually means well liquor – the cheap stuff you’d never order if you were paying out of pocket.
But here’s the thing: your package covers premium spirits. Grey Goose, Casamigos, Belvedere, Kraken – just ask for them by name. “Tequila soda” becomes “Casamigos soda” and suddenly you’re experience has been elevated. You already paid for it. Own it.
Grab a Water Every Round
This is the move that separates first-timers from the regulars. Every time you order a cocktail, ask for a bottle of water too. Bartenders are happy to do it and it’s covered.
Stash them in your cabin. Take one to the pool. Bring one on your shore excursion in Aruba or Curacao. Your future self – especially the version of you showing up to Wonderland’s Glow Night – will be deeply grateful.
Don’t Default to the Obvious Order
Every bar on the ship has its own menu, and some of those specialty cocktails are genuinely brilliant. The kind of drink you didn’t know you needed until you tried it and suddenly it’s your whole personality for the rest of the week.
Ask the bartender what’s unique to that bar. Let them make you something you’ve never had before. That’s the Bliss spirit anyway – why would your drink order be any different?
Mocktails Are Not a Consolation Prize
If you’re pacing yourself between events (and on Bliss, there are a lot of events), mocktails are actually incredible. Creative, refreshing and way more interesting than a glass of water. They’re fully included and the variety onboard is better than you’d expect. Try one. You might be surprised.
Start Your Morning Right
Your package covers specialty coffees too – lattes, cold brews, espressos. Start every morning with one. It’s included, it’s genuinely good and it’ll get you ready for a day that’s going to be a lot. On Bliss, mornings are their own kind of event.
While You’re At It – Don’t Stop at the Drink Package
The beverage package is just the beginning of what you can pre-purchase before you sail. Premium specialty dining, internet packages, shore excursions – all of it can be added ahead of time, and buying early usually means buying at a better price before costs go up closer to the sailing.
Lock it in before you forget and end up paying more onboard. The best Bliss guests show up prepared. So they can spend all their energy on the parts that actually matter. See what’s available for your sailing at blisscruise.com