Classic non-alcoholic beverage package?

[frites]

I'm booked for my first cruise on Celebrity, on the Solstice, Sydney to Auckland. I have been on Royal Caribbean and Princess before.

I read a review where the person said they bought the "classic non-alcoholic beverage package" to get bottled water and coffee. These items are not free on the Solstice?! Can someone elaborate on this?

I get the impression from the reviews that passengers get nickled and dimed on this cruise line. $5 for the Bistro. Extra charges for hot items for room service breakfast.

[justcrusn]

Bottled water is NOT "free" on the ship.

It is included if you chose aqua class.

Coffee is included, just not SPECIALTY or PREMIUM coffee from say cafe al baccio.

[cruisestitch]

Coffee tea and various non carbonated beverages are included in your cruise price. Cappuccino and other espresso based drinks are not. Bottled water, both still and fizzy will be charged to your Sea Pass card.

 

Room service is free although there are some items that carry an upcharge.

 

The MDR and Aqua Spa cafe and hamburger grill are all included.

 

Specialty restaurants have a service charge.

 

Not so very different than Royal.