Things Got Ugly On the Pool Deck On Our Last Cruise

We talk through an incident that occurred on ROYAL Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas this pas week. What happens when a cruiser gets TOO drunk while on a cruise ship? Is Royal Caribbean doing the right thing by offering unlimited drinks in their drink package? We compare Royal Caribbean to Carnival Cruise brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, and Cunard in this latest JJ Cruise story from the sea. This is the latest cruise news in tandem across the cruise industry where all cruise lines are making cruise cutbacks for cruise passengers onboard cruise ships during 2024 we ask the question- should the cruise lines change their policy for offering drink packages onboard these cruise ships?! What do cruise ships do with passengers who are not aware of their surroundings while at sea? How do Cruise Ship Crew handle these naive cruise passengers? Are cruise ship passengers okay with cruise lines going to unique cruise ports and experiencing local cultures? We talk through verified experiences of Travelers getting too drunk and this could happen to you when vacationing r onboard Cruise Ships including the worlds largest cruise ship Icon of the Seas or soon to be Star of the Seas 2025, and even the worlds smallest cruise ships. This could happen on any Caribbean vacation but unlikely to happen onboard many cruise ships whether on the Worlds Biggest Cruise Ship Class; or, the Smallest Cruise Ship Class and every Cruise Ship in between. What are your thoughts on this story and the unlimited drink packages being offered on cruise ships cruising around the Caribbean on their Caribbean Vacation 2024?
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[@MJinFlorida]

There is no “right thing” here. One cruise offers a limited drink opportunity. One cruise offers an unlimited drink opportunity. Consumers have a choice. This is not the issue here. This couple was not able to drink responsibly, and it has nothing to do with a drink limit.

[@Bobby_Di]

Excellent!

[@tobiebrave]

Limiting to 15 would not help that situation. She probably had far less than that. Three drinks in a short time would put me in that condition. The big difference is that my husband isn’t a thoughtless jerk. That, and I don’t feel a need to pound drinks down like a college kid. It’s called being a grown up.

[@kimmarkowitz7759]

Most of us would be comatose after 15 drinks. Scary that her partner didn’t help keep her in a safe mental state.

[@mrrichards6007]

Her partner? I thought they were married? Was it just business associates?

[@redhatbear1135]

They count sodas and waters.

[@ireneimboden9566]

@@mrrichards6007 We don't know if they are married, dating, hooking up, etc. The word "partner" is used to indicate an unknown relationship.

[@michellebrown9090]

That's spousal abuse. A 15 drink limit wouldn't have saved her.

[@nikiw.]

Yep. She is not safe with that man. Whoever he is to her.

[@ricktaylor5397]

You could get alcohol poisoning from that many drinks, and the it becomes a medical issue and possible lawsuit against Royal, like many land-based bars in the US. If the drinks were forced on her, possible assault charges also.

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

Whom ever said that a 15 drink limit would have saved this from happening I have a question for you, do you know how many drinks she had? Do you know if she had a drink package? Do you think she might have had other things going on like abuse of another substance or a reaction with a legal prescription and alcohol. No you have no clue but you set there, pass judgement and fell better about yourself because of what you said.

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

Spousal abuse? Maybe or maybe they both were too messed up from alcohol or other substances that their ability to make good decisions was extremely impaired. Yes the husband did not use good judgement but he did not hit her, try to drown her or sexually assault her. This may of been spousal abuse or it may easily of been poor judgment by both of these people.

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

@@ricktaylor5397so how many drinks did she have? Do you know Mr. Attorney want to be?

[@michaelsoener5572]

I dont see how a drink package limit wouldve made any difference there. Staff could be more empowered to cut ppl off but really its a matter of adults being responsible for themselves at the end of the day.

[@leasaswartz6879]

The husband was being abusive. That’s the main problem. I think Carnival has the right drink policy.

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

Carnival is a turd of a cruise corporation. I have no problem with their 15 drink limit on their package but I do have a problem that any additional drink that they buy or someone gives them is ok. Look if someone is stupid, does stupid things then they earn the stupid prizes they get.

[@shonnacaplinger6396]

It was so great to meet you both on this cruise! My husband and I were there at the Solarium Pool and saw this whole situation take place. We were just a few chairs from you. You recapped the events just as I remember them as well. It was very surprising how long they were allowed to remain in the pool in her condition. It difficult in those situations to know when to step in and offer help or leave it up to the "authorities" in this case the life guard and security staff. It was a difficult situation to witness for sure.

[@marionarmstrong4850]

FYI Carnival has a 15 drink limit whether you have the package or not. That being said, I think it’s the right thing to do. If you can’t have fun with 15 drinks you may have a problem.

[@truejaneysue8269]

Personal responsibility. Period. I do not want any kind of limit because a few folks can't handle themselves. Those few folks can be cut off. There are many people who are able to space out their drinks over the course of the day and do not pass out, stumble, or become obnoxious. For years, there have been no limits with no problem. The only thing Royal needs to do is uphold the rules that they already have.

[@lisakaminsky2766]

I was so excited to meet you on the cruise, thank you for making it even more memorable. I think that couple was 2 rooms down from me, security escorted a pretty enibreated woman and a man to their room and told them not to come out...

[@RobEisley]

Personal responsibility! Lifeguards need reprimanded for not calling Security!! Security needed reprimanded for not responding/reacting MUCH quicker!!!

[@denisegeorgiades2887]

There is protocol in place. Crew are not permitted to take matters into their own hands, unfortunately. They need superior instruction before they action anything

[@shocktherapywiw2232]

There was probably a delay with finding females to deal with the situation because people like to throw that too aggressive or sexual assault claim when males have to be physical with females.

[@DebDebbiesWorld]

I cant imagine, my husband, or even any of my FRIENDS, forcing drinks on me when I was obviously well over my personal limit. My daughter (adult) and I were on a cruise last fall and I had had my fill, if you know what I mean, and she literally carried me down to bed, I took a nap, got up and felt better, and was done drinking for the day LOL this is what people who LOVE you DO. They take CARE of you....

[@user-my8bb6nc1x]

this is what people do? i would be ashamed if my son had to carry me because i was drunk. speak for yourself we're not all drunks

[@DebDebbiesWorld]

@@user-my8bb6nc1x Did I say you were? Or anyone else? You seem to be taking that awfully personally.

[@sandraford3788]

My God I wouldn't make a child of mine have to do this for me.

[@sherykraus7178]

I wish cruise lines had a choice for a smaller drink package. 15 drinks is alot, but it does include the fancy coffees.

[@fionacharrington7709]

Being drunk & in a pool is dangerous - drowning is a high possibility risk. Thinking someone else will save you - well that’s not something I’d heavily rely upon 🤨🤔🙄

[@snn6134]

I always find that your demeanor and interaction to be so polite and respectful making it a pleasure to watch your clips.

[@thomasmichels6885]

15 drinks is fine

[@JJCruise]

Aww thank you!

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

I find it ridiculous that he was more concerned about the woman throwing up and preventing him from playing in the Solarium pool was even something that he had to mention, Hmm seems to me that was more important than the woman’s health, how much she had to drink or even about the drink package which we do not even know if she had.

[@mercyrodriguez5780]

Royal is not used to this kind of behavior, so they don’t know how to treat passengers!!! We have been in many Royal cruises and have never seen this!

[@JJCruise]

It was one do the first times we’ve seen this and we were a bit shocked to be honest!

[@cindycarey5277]

I've been on 12 Carnival cruises and I have never witnessed anything like this.

[@queetbeet312]

​@@cindycarey5277Same! I've done plenty of cruises on several lines and have never seen intoxication at this level...on any line.

[@marthajavinsky7199]

Disney has the RIGHT drink policy. NO drink packages!

[@Lyladebo22]

Definitely would not associate with ANYTHING regarding Disney… After knowing what I know now

[@lisahennessey6903]

Once again making rules for everyone based on stupid people that can't navigate their lives.

[@anitas5817]

I like this. I have no interest in being around drunk people. But I probably don’t cruise on the party type of cruises.

[@wendys6438]

​@@lisahennessey6903DCL has never had drink packages, so this isn't a reactive rule, it's proactive. You can carry on your own beer or wine with some limits, but hard liquor is purchased per-drink. They price drinks lower than most land restaurants. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@FelixTorres-wl5vt]

That policy won't stop dumb people, period

[@belxsar1504]

How can one (still) be 'responsible' when one is already intoxicated and barely cognizant of anything? 😜

[@maxeclan3430]

I feel for her. I would hate to think what happens behind close doors.

[@Supermoni22]

It is everyone’s responsibility to control what they drink.

[@user-my8bb6nc1x]

you have to ask yourself if unlimited drinks is ethical because it attracts alcoholics who abuse it and their bodies. maybe cruise ships shouldnt have unlimited drinks at all

[@melissav9133]

The husband/partner KNEW what he was doing by going to GET the drinks for her. The cruise line should have at least listened to the other passengers. So sorry you had to witness this on your last day.

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

You have know idea what actually transpired, what was said from the lifeguards to management or security. The situation was handled. A couple made bad choices….not the cruise line.

[@user-my8bb6nc1x]

it's the whole unlimited mentality. these same people pig out at the buffets because it's unlimited. some people just dont have any self control. they see unlimited and they are limit less. stupid, really.

[@frankcutronijr]

There are a lot of people out there who are alcoholics and can not stop themselves from drinking and a lot of the people on the cruise ships have unlimited drinks packages. Cruise ships are the worst place to be for alcoholics and gambling attics. I believe it is better to be on a more expensive that does not need to make money pushing alcohol and may not even have a casino. It is a healthier environment for a person that is battling addiction.

[@kenlehigh6363]

Finally someone calls it for what it is, alcoholism. I beat this addiction 8 years ago. I can't recall how many times I blacked out with zero memory of what I did the night before. I won't touch a drink and my wife quit as well to support me. These people need help.

[@tonytiangco]

Safety should be number one. If a lifeguard sees a safety issue they should be able to at least be able to tell someone to remove themselves from the safety issue. A bartender should be able to refuse to give someone a drink if they are too drunk however, that's a grey line. 15 drinks in a short period would get most people wasted so, that max may not be the solution.

[@deepbluehue3]

I'm wondering if the lifeguards on board aren't allowed to verbally interact if there isn't a drowning situation in progress ... as it can cause conflict ... Although it seems they didn't call security either .... so

[@denisegeorgiades2887]

Crew are not permitted to intervene unless instructed by superiors. This can take some time in some cases, by which time the situation could have escalated and become dire or volatile

[@deepbluehue3]

@@denisegeorgiades2887 In a climate of ' don't get involved ' sentiment socially they have to wait until it upsets other passengers enough to take action ...

[@denisegeorgiades2887]

@deepbluehue3 not true. They're not at all worried about conflict. It's all about crew not taking matters into their own hands and awaiting instruction from superiors before taking action. Sometimes this could take a while. In the meantime, crew members are accused of not doing their jobs and allowing misdemeanors to slide

[@deepbluehue3]

@@denisegeorgiades2887 ok ... It depends on the crew member ...

[@vernettathompson3290]

It doesn't make a difference on the drink policy. Some it would take 15+ drinks to get wasted. Some jt may be 2. So drink policies are not to blame.

[@charliedurham4248]

You guys find more cruise drama than any other vloggers. Very entertaining

[@bobmajewski8216]

I concur!

[@The_NancyDee]

I think when you cruise as often as they do, you're bound to see more craziness! (I've seen a lot of these behaviors but I don't have a channel to make these observations public.) Kudos to JJ Cruise for shining a light on all cruise behavior, good and bad!

[@user-pp2bg1eb9f]

The cruise drama….well it’s in their nature.

[@lawrencef7360]

Everyone on Carnival is cut off at 15 drinks now. If you have the package you can't buy more drinks by paying for them separately. People used to stop at 14, have the bartender ring up their next few drinks separate from the package, or have a friend buy their next drinks, then have number 15 right before bed. To stop this they started the 15 drink limit for everyone last year (IIRC)

[@neildavis8470]

I’m a 4 star Mariner with HAL (374 cruise days and counting), and while I have reached my 15 drink limit on occasion, I have never been stopped from paying for the 16th. I assume that is because I don’t pond them back non-stop in a short period of time. From a business perspective, a cap of 15 pre-paid drinks is appropriate. Regardless, customer safety and limiting legal implications comes first.

[@MrCriches6]

​@neildavis8470 that's HAL not Carnival. I understand they are understand they are under the same umbrella Corp but different rules for each.

[@susantownsend8397]

I almost never drink alcohol except an occasional cocktail or glass of wine when cruising or at a super-special event. It would be easy for me to drink too much in these instances. I’ve learned to stop at one and sip slowly, partly because more plays havoc with my blood sugar. 🎉 Unlimited alcohol is dangerous.

[@seamonkey7162]

Safety is paramount. She should've been removed. I'm not sure what was going on, but maybe a blood alcohol check was in order ...

[@nanschmidt2507]

I’m thinking there’s more to this story than was witnessed. You stated it was around breakfast time. Kinda sounds like he was indeed forcing drinks on her but I’m thinking she was roofied (spelling). Also, questioning why the guy was forcing drinks on her and refusing to get her help.

[@katcalico9142]

Agreed.

[@debbybrigham7095]

This was my thought if she was this drunk before Jared even woke up something isn’t right.

[@harrietfranklin8663]

I'm not a fan of drink limits if an alcohol package has been purchased. I do feel adults should be held responsible for their actions.

[@Bobby_Di]

15 is plenty. But I do like how NCL will comp the second drink of I offer to pay for a friend as you can get 2

[@juanitafurtado8805]

Personal responsibility is a lovely concept, if it only worked for everyone. For those it doesnt work for, Carnival has a good protocol. Royal Caribbean needs to adopt the same.

[@cruisingwithkristen]

Just wanting to clear something up, as I ran into this on a Royal cruise. While there is no limit on the drink package per drink, there is a time limit between when you purchased your last one and when you can purchase your next one. It's usually about a half hour wait. They scan your card when you purchase the drink and can tell when you ordered your last one.

[@Tony_Z__]

I think Royal has the correct alcohol package but the issue isn't the alcohol package for either line. It's the behavior of the passengers and in the case they're talking about here, I would add the inaction of the crew that's supposed to be monitoring the situation.

[@imobannon]

This cruiser was far too drunk well before a 15 drink limit would have come into effect. All cruise lines, including Carnival, can cut a person off at any time such person is too drunk, regardless of the number or if they have a drink package.

[@martybuehler3116]

I admire Carnival for putting on the 15 drink limit. It's for your safety and the safety of others.

[@sharonker1098]

I don’t know how a person can be responsible after consuming 15 drinks.

[@grumpygeorge]

We were with you guys on that cruise! I think we saw you a few times in the Diamond Lounge😀

[@amandacarta5009]

I may be a new follower and this was super great to hear! I love how you describe everything and that was cool! My concern is your comment about Carnival with being able to buy after you reach your 15. It's 15 (period) alcoholic drinks per 6-6 shift. I mean, you may be able to get someone working or friend to get you one but it's 15 per day. :)

[@BarbaraBarber-eb2mm]

Out of the many cruises you have been on have you seen someone get this drunk? This boils down to personal responsibility - not the limits of the drink package.

[@civwar054]

Do you drink more than 15? If so, see a doctor. Immediately.

[@BarbaraBarber-eb2mm]

I usually drink three alcohol drinks per day. The rest of my 15 comes from espresso, soda, bottle water, etc.

[@michaelcarey1268]

Barbara I have to call BS on your comment because water coffee etc does not affect the 15 alcoholic drinks allowed. They are just a perk of the drink package.

[@frankcutronijr]

I would be more concerned with her drowning in the pool.

[@pattygibson2956]

And this husband would definitely sue if that had occurred.

[@nikiw.]

I’m not sure a limit would stop someone from over indulging if they’re dead set on it. I once witnessed Carnival security cut off a lady who was very drunk and loudly belligerent to Havana Bar staff because they cut her off. They even confined her to her cabin for 24 hours she was so bad. But she went right back at it as soon as she got out. At one point her adult son tried to hide her card but she went to Guest Services and got another one. The bartender ended up just making her drinks without alcohol in them once she got too drunk. She didn’t know the difference.

[@user-mm5yd1en6j]

I LOVE the sneaky virgin idea! Hmmm... Secret Virgin??? Anyway, I may use that on my next cruise with lightweights. The problem with having a high tolerance is always having to take care of those without.

[@landigirl]

I am fine with the drink limits. Intoxicated guests can sometimes ruin a cruise for more than just themselves.

[@jayoneill1533]

Drink packages are simply absurd, hundreds of dollars to get “free” drinks at the bar. Buying ala carte drinks is the way to go, after a normal two or three drinks a day you are way ahead of the game.

[@JJCruise]

That’s a very interesting point! The drink package prices have gotten so high!

[@Hawkeye2001]

We have a 24 day cruise later this year. The drinks package that both of us would have to buy was well over $2000. This is no way I could drink that much. Alcohol & Soda combined. But there are those that would see that pre-purchased package as a challenge to get their money's worth.

[@MrCriches6]

I have to disagree with you. As someone who will drink at least 10 alcohol drinks and 12 sodas a day, the drink package is the way to go.

[@see1450]

Great video of the incident in the pool

[@kennycunningham8721]

I know a lot of people that don't get started till the 12th beer and if I'm on vacation this is the only time I drink and 15 drinks is a good call on harder mixed drinks

[@EmmaCruises]

I wasn't paying much attention (I love using your videos as background noise while I work) and I thought you said 'WE SAW A WOMEN GET WEIGHED' 😂😂😂😂

[@shellyvick6300]

We saw something very similar to this on NCL a couple of years ago. The difference was that the servers kept serving this extremely intoxicated lady (no sig other involved). She too, was taken to her room in a wheelchair. It was cringe, because all of us at the small pool were just waiting for her to vomit.

[@personaz]

I’ve seen some carnival cruises where once you hit the limit on a drink package you were done, however if you were just pay as you go there was no upper limit.

[@kimberlyannhowardcaywood9239]

Carnival, for someone not high tolerant of alcohol this could be poisonous.😊

[@sybilhysler5051]

Absolutely agree that there should be a limit, and just pray that the limit isn't taken as a challenge!

[@marthas.5092]

You are a good story teller

[@LynnALM]

I’ve seen, a number of times, where the 15 drink limit becomes a challenge. On a Carnival Glory cruise last year, a woman was so blotto that she embarrassed me for pointing to my bearded husband and yelled “Moses has arrived!” at least a dozen times. She proceeded to fall over/ paw on a guy she had met 5 minutes earlier. The husband didn’t seem phased when at supper she stood on a bench seat (8 t ables down from us) and tried to rally guests around her to collect a massive tip for their obviously embarrassed waiter. Throughout our dinner that evening the disruptive outbursts were many. She had to be assisted when leaving the dining room. She was in no way was drunk as the woman described in the above video but I do believe that limits are helpful. Personal responsibility and bold cutoffs by crew might need to be the solution.

[@ruthkringle1353]

I was on a cruise with a woman that we didn’t know who stopped to tell us she was with a group going to every bar. It was still afternoon and she was sloshed. She was going back to her cabin to get ready for a formal night. Wow! Glad I don’t drink.

[@hollypotter6989]

How early in the day was this?? You said Jared was getting breakfast...she was that drunk before noon? I'm not a drinker, but 15 drinks is plenty. I even think 15 is enough to share. I wish that you could buy one drink pkg and share it. I would probably only use it for a cocktail or 2 in the evening and the rest would be sodas. Just can't justify hundreds of dollars for that. I wonder why ships even have lifeguards and security if they do NOTHING in situations like this? You as cruise vloggers have some influence, you should contact RCL's equivalent to John Heald and let management know exactly what happened. Their crew needs more training. It seems most crew on all cruise lines need training in how and when to intervene in situations. Not just violence but line cutters, loud music, weed, audience show disruption, drunkenness, chair hogs, unsupervised kids, kids in adult areas. Everything that wrecks cruising for others. The staff should intervene and get the guilty parties under control or escorted to their cabin. Why have rules at all if no one enforces them?

[@susanwestfall2051]

I don’t believe a drink limit is necessary so long as a cruise line can expect its bartenders to cut someone off and “safety crew” such as lifeguards to step in when necessary. It seems if the situation was that obvious to other passengers the lifeguards should have taken charge. Perhaps they are not permitted to handle things like that? In 36 Royal cruises I have never seen anyone that drunk.

[@jasondoyle1994]

Great video Jordan, my opinion on the drink package is that it should be the responsibility of the individual. I've got friends that could do 15 drinks in a day and be totally fine, sounds crazy I know, but not everyone is the same. I also have friends that will be hammered after 3 drinks. I think that people should have the responsibility to control themselves not the cruise line. However if someone wants to go over the top and get sloppy ass drunk, that's on them. It's all about personal responsibility my friend. And hey love the content. I'm going on my first cruise in 20 years this June.

[@sandranoyd9576]

Wow, I’m the first one watching your video!

[@JJCruise]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@grannyoffive1313]

He should have not have been served any more drinks if he was as drunk as she was… Bartenders have a responsibility as well but that man should be ashamed of himself

[@JayaLove]

Keep in mind the drinks include other specialty drinks like smoothies and coffee drinks. Not all are alcoholic bevs...

[@Bobby_Di]

Do you think rank and file crew want to avoid confrontation and wait for security?

[@georgettenorth2776]

Drink packages encourage people to drink more than they normally would. It should be pay for each drink separately but then the cruise line would make less MONEY.

[@sandraoettle1476]

15 was PLENTY! I was on Princess and even with the 15 including alcohol, specialty coffees like lattes and mochas and other various non boozy drinks I reached double digits only on one day ( had a lot of lattes earlier that morning 😂). The staff needed to intervene and cut that couple off long ago.

[@jlawrence0181]

On MOST medical surveys, they ask you how many days in a year you consume over FIVE alcoholic beverages. FIVE, not fifteen. It is hard for cruise employees who are NOT officers to cut off clientele as they know that the customer will grab their name and then destroy them BY NAME on the cruise survey.

[@jjones184]

I purchased the drink pkg for an upcoming cruise with HAL. I appreciate the limit imposed.. we need to maintain civility.

[@iamjustjustin]

A 15 drink min is a good thing. I was on a Royal ship, and this woman was so drunk she started to undress. I don't think she remembered what happened.

[@traceylush9660]

15 drinks is plenty. I get the drink package and enjoy many alcoholic drinks but it also includes coffees, sodas, and juices. When you add all this up the drink package only makes sense.

[@GMF42]

RC your reason to cruise Royal Caribbean stock just shot up with me 300% for this rescue!!! Thanks for looking out I dont think the drink package would have been a factor...

[@lynemeyerholz5111]

We love Princesses cruises (carnival line family) and we have seen the 15 drink limit enforced which was a good thing. They also limit what you buy after the 15. You can be smart with the 15. Mimosa at breakfast, daiquiris at pool, wine at dinner, cocktail while playing games, shots while dancing...

[@richardstrick]

It is the individual’s responsibility not the cruise line. I personally abused my privilege to drink and realized I needed to quit many years ago. Some of us are not able to responsibly control our drinking so we have quit and just not touch it.

[@kenlehigh6363]

I had to quit as well. So glad I did. Life is so much better without alcohol.

[@theresagarcia4892]

I think the drink package is less the issue than the ineffectiveness of pool lifeguards and staff to intervene in dangerous situations. Staff has to be ready to intervene and if customers get mad, so be it. I don’t buy drink packages because they are too expensive for the amount that I would drink. But, who knows? it could have been a combination of meds and alcohol. The issue was the woman was incoherent,not capable of taking care of herself, and her cruise companion was clearly an AH who was not caring for her. Staff need to intervene more quickly.

[@sykesc2]

The first thought that comes to my mind about the events you described is why was the man forcing the woman to drink? Hopefully, they took the woman to the medical clinic where they could wait until she was sobered up enough to speak for herself and confirm that this was a consensual situation. I think 15 drinks in a day is pretty unlimited so I don't have a problem with a cap on a drink package.

[@cathim.7409]

I'm late to the conversation. I agree with the limits on Carnival. Your story proved the point. I feel so bad for the woman. It sounded like a terrible situation for the woman and all the people around her that were concerned.

[@ararwalker]

Just a note: Holland America's 15 drinks also includes fancy coffee and bottled water so most people have less than 15 alcoholic drinks available per day.

[@kathymills1959]

I think in general unless you catch a sale Carnival's package is a little cheaper per day as well...

[@PJL7095]

You two surely get to see some crazy stuff while out cruising. The best I get to see is one of my kids punching the other kid in the arm here at home.

[@bkmartin1958]

Out second cruise, Carnival Dream, I was standing in line at the buffet. There were wo couples behind me. The man from the second couple was saying they got the drink package every cruise even though his wife did not drink. At noon he was bragging about how he had already drank almost all of her allotted 15 drinks

[@pinknbling9532]

I don’t think either way is better, I just think you should know your limits and you should want to enjoy yourself it’s your vacation but when you get this drunk your vacation is ruined and possibly the same for other guests around you Cheers and love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@bettygreenhansen]

I am a teetotaler. I think no one needs alcohol. Since some cannot control themselves, none should drink. We would all be better off.

[@lesapollock6915]

I think having a limit is a good thing. One thing you mentioned was if you drink more than 15 on Carnival, you have to pay for them. That is inaccurate. Whether you have the drink package or not, you are limited to 15 alcoholic beverages. Did you hit

[@kristinkristin4467]

Honestly, I'm not a fan of drunk people. Not saying that I have never been there myself. LOL I have stayed away from cruising for just this reason, sadly.

[@sinistralwing]

Cruise with Disney...no drink packages makes a huge difference. Much better vibe

[@randijaffe-7665]

Grandeur was such a run down ship years ago- people get so drunk onboard of every cruise! We saw a woman on Celebrity in the casino, the crew had to escort her out and back to her cabin.

[@MartieWhitaker]

Just iff a 29 day Princess cruise. I had the “Plus” drinks package - and never came even CLOSE to drinking my limit. I certainly drank more than I usually drink but never got drunk. Controlling a person’s level if intoxication is a safety matter first of all. Someone stumbling around drunk could cause an accident to another person, or, could become an accident casualty him or herself. I like the 15 drink limit.

[@denisebruce5361]

You can not buy additional drinks after the 15 limit on Carnival, the 15 drink limit is for both the drink package or buying individually. Once you reach 10 drinks it appears on your receipt to let you know how many you have left. To clarify I have not personally done the 15 drinks but certainly have been with those that have and then come and ask me to buy them a drink

[@blush1967]

On Carnival, you CANNOT purchase more than 15 drinks. They DO cut you off after 15 drinks. Used to you could purchase before you got to 15, but I don’t think it is that way anymore. 15 is about right.

[@thefamouseugenekrabs]

I think they do it so you don't share your drinks with people who aren't on the package too (but in another cabin). That, and they probably figure a certain percentage of people never reach the amount of drinks you'd need to break even each day (especially excursion days). Limiting people is fine.

[@Juancarlo4342]

On CCL you can't purchase anymore drinks after # 13 for you or anyone else.

[@christinemarino5732]

Yes, a limit in acholic drinks is needed.

[@JonathonJ]

It's my belief if you sell an unlimited package. It should truly be unlimited. However, I do believe it is the individual's responsibility to do so safely and keep in mind your surroundings, so you do not interfere with anybody else's vacation

[@michellespindler]

Drink limit doesn't matter. Limit could be 5 drinks and this lady could have still ended up that way if she drank all 5 drinks in an hour. Carnival limits to save money, not protect guests from themselves.

[@charleysworld71]

Carnival cut you off after 15 drinks period. If you’ve run out of them on your cheers package, you can’t purchase additional.

[@JenniferLesniak-cn2kx]

I work in an ER and alcohol poisoning is real. I would think offering more than 15 could be a liability. Like you said, there are some people that are so cheap they lose their dam (n) minds.

[@billcook4768]

15 drinks sounds like a lot. But if spread over the 24 hours it can be not so much or way too much depending upon the person, the type of drink, etc. Bartenders (at least in my state) have to pass a course that covers things like spotting people who have had too much and how to cut them off. I assume the cruise lines provide similar training.

[@cslanec]

Bartenders and cocktail servers are trained to recognize signs of intoxication and to cut off guests who exhibiting signs of being drunk . Not sure if this is the case onboard cruise ships as well, but it is not a very responsible move to keep serving drinks to an obviously dangerously drunk customer whether you're on a cruise or just at your neighborhood bar. You're just asking for problems

[@Bobby_Di]

Poll: 15 alcoholic is enough. Imagine if folks went for martinis or Long Island ice tea?? It’s also curbs those ordering for others that might not have the package and taking back to their room where no one knows if you’re passing a drink along

[@JayaLove]

I'm so glad to be a non-drinker! I actually really worry about belligerent drunks on cruises. Doing my first-ever cruise this summer. Still deciding on which one.

[@Walkinthepark_travel]

I prefer Disney but I just did a Celebrity cruise and I enjoyed it. However go on a longer one. The 3 day cruises tend to be party boats.

[@JayaLove]

@@Walkinthepark_travel just booked a 7 night RC cruise!

[@charlottedemers-doiron5922]

Just a point of clarification, you mentioned other cruise lines which have 15 alcoholic drinks limits, it’s not alcoholic drinks it includes water, sodas, special coffees therefore, I don’t agree with limiting drinks. Even if they limited in this case it was someone else bringing her the drinks. The issue is the individuals and their self control.

[@mdeveto]

No, the limit only refers to alcoholic beverages. The sodas, water, specialty coffees are not counted. I purchase this package every cruise.

[@johnsledz8823]

Personal Responsibility! If you have 1 drink an hour starting at 9 or 10am, having a couple glasses of wine at dinner 15 drinks is easily in reach without having to slam drinks

[@twaunniebusse7262]

I think that a 15 limit on alcoholic beverages per day is good idea on a drink package but I do not feel that there should be a limit on the drink package for non alcoholic drinks such mocktails, sodas etc.

[@sharoncruisingscene]

I think a 15 drink limit is plenty. However I do love Royal Caribbean. Thanks for sharing.

[@ltschallengecoins4277]

RC should not penalize those who can handle their alcohol for the few that go overboard (pun intended). Carnival's 15 can be done in an hour or two, or throughout the whole day. Huge difference and very different outcomes as well.