J.reynolds Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 My wife and two kids will be cruising in April on the Anthem of the seas and were wonder if we needed to get both our children there own drink and soda package or will one do for the both of them there 5 yrs old??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arebee Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 most likely two, they will get their own cups which they will need for the free style machine. But since they are 5, I don't know how much they drink or how much you want them to drink. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.reynolds Posted February 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 Yeah that's what I meant they won't need a weeks worth of soda trust me lol I just didn't want any complications getting drinks for them or spending the extra money if I didn't have too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arebee Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 Just now, J.reynolds said: Yeah that's what I meant they won't need a weeks worth of soda trust me lol I just didn't want any complications getting drinks for them or spending the extra money if I didn't have too I don't know for sure if you have to buy two like the deluxe alcohol package. Someone will be along shortly with the correct answer. But if you don't buy the package, they can get drinks any place that serves, at a cost of course. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 One nice thing about the soda package is that the Freestyle machines also dispense flavored waters in addition to sodas. So your kids can drink plenty of water that's to their flavor liking and you don't have to worry so much about them getting all sugared up and over-caffeinated. If you think your kids will go for that option and not just hit the soda button every time, might not be a bad idea to get two packages and two cups so the kids can each get their preferred flavors without any "this water tastes weird" faces. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VolFanInGa Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 Water, lemonade, milk, tea and juices (from concentrate) not fresh squeezed are included. Because of that, we are not buying the soda pkg or our kids. We're sailing with a 6 & 9 yo this Spring, and we plan to carry on a case of Capri-sun or juice boxes. Those are more so to have a packaged beverage option for them at the pool and in the room. They are both pretty good water drinkers, but we want to make sure they both drink plenty. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 By the terms and conditions of the soda package "Packages cannot be shared and are not transferable.". I understand the argument that young children won't consume as much soda as an adult however you need to be aware of the terms and conditions as you make your decision. No judgement, just facts. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 3 hours ago, J.reynolds said: My wife and two kids will be cruising in April on the Anthem of the seas and were wonder if we needed to get both our children there own drink and soda package or will one do for the both of them there 5 yrs old??? Sharing the drink package benefits between guests of any age is prohibited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLA Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 42 minutes ago, JLMoran said: ... might not be a bad idea to get two packages and two cups so the kids can each get their preferred flavors without any "this water tastes weird" faces. If for no other reason than the fact that it truly is not permitted to share packages in all technicality, this is probably a great reasoning for buying two packages. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 Legal answer - (as given above already) - Sharing of drink packages is strictly prohibited - Buy two. Alternate answer - (use at your own risk) - You don't talk about whether you are buying deluxe packages for the adults, if so each package comes with a perfectly functional soda cup. J.reynolds 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.reynolds Posted February 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 Yes me and my wife have the deluxe packages, I didnt know they gave cups also that's very helpful because I'm not walking around with four cups....thanks a bunch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMarc Posted February 8, 2019 Report Share Posted February 8, 2019 It would be nice if they had a reduced price kid's drink package. But they do not. The packages cannot be shared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benny Posted February 9, 2019 Report Share Posted February 9, 2019 Always check cruise planner for beverage pkgs watch for sales. Black friday especially. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benny Posted February 9, 2019 Report Share Posted February 9, 2019 23 hours ago, J.reynolds said: My wife and two kids will be cruising in April on the Anthem of the seas and were wonder if we needed to get both our children there own drink and soda package or will one do for the both of them there 5 yrs old??? Watch for beverage pkgs sales on cruise planner i saved 40percent on black Friday sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedNoodles Posted February 9, 2019 Report Share Posted February 9, 2019 On 2/8/2019 at 7:54 AM, JLMoran said: One nice thing about the soda package is that the Freestyle machines also dispense flavored waters in addition to sodas. So your kids can drink plenty of water that's to their flavor liking and you don't have to worry so much about them getting all sugared up and over-caffeinated. If you think your kids will go for that option and not just hit the soda button every time, might not be a bad idea to get two packages and two cups so the kids can each get their preferred flavors without any "this water tastes weird" faces. At 5 years old, they won't be hitting any buttons without help, I could barely reach them, LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveler Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 5 hours ago, Ogalthorpe Haywood said: My wife and I both get the drink packages and give our kids the cups. I don’t care, RC nickel and dimes us for everything now. My kids really only drink soda at dinner so we fill them before and drop them back at our rooms before they go to the kids club. Everyone can judge away lol. I Guess if this is/will become a common approach RC will soon solve it by forcing Soda packages for everyone under 21 if all the other in the cabin have the Ultimate drinking package, just like they started a year ago to demand that if one person in a cabin is buying the ultimate drinking package all the rest above 21 must buy it. MrMarc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMarc Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 3 minutes ago, J.reynolds said: Lol this guy has a stick up his butt so I guess you just pay for whatever people tell you to pay for you’ve never asked a question in regards to how things work??? Right tuff guy??? What a clown No. I was responding to the guy bragging about how he doesn't pay for his kid's drinks. Earlier I answered this question. I guess you assume all people that don't steal drinks have a stick up their butts or only clowns pay for the things they take? Seems like a strange way to look at the world, but to each their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AubieKermit Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 How much does RC charge for a soda at dinner if you don't have the drink package? Also, does the soda drink package include virgin daiquiris? How much would one of those cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 Just now, AubieKermit said: How much does RC charge for a soda at dinner if you don't have the drink package? Also, does the soda drink package include virgin daiquiris? How much would one of those cost? Single can of soda would run in the $3.50 range plus you'll need to add the 18% gratuity to that. Soda package wouldn't cover the virgin daiquiris, would have to get the Refreshment one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 I hate to do it, but had to "clean up" this thread. It's okay not to agree, but there are two things we do not condone here: 1. Writing about ways to circumvent RC's rules 2. Personal insults/attacks Keep it civil. Consider yourselves warned. tiny260, HighlandBoy, JLMoran and 11 others 6 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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