Does Carnival cut you off after 15 drinks?
Mia Horton
Updated on May 24, 2026
You have to drink 15 drinks per day to get your value.
Fifteen drinks is your limit, not your break-even. As far as alcoholic drinks go, it only takes about 5 cocktails per day to “break even” on the cost of the Carnival drink package.Can you drink more than 15 drinks on Carnival Cruise?
Guests will be limited to purchasing a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages, per person, per day while on board. Guests are prohibited from bringing water, sodas and other non-alcoholic beverages that are packaged in glass or plastic bottles.Is there a drink limit on cruises?
There is no daily limit on the amount of drinks you can order. If you order a drink for more than $9 you will be charged the full amount of the drink, not the difference in price. Hint: If you prefer top shelf, you may want to consider upgrading to the Premium Package for only $14 more per day plus gratuities.Can an 18 drink on a Carnival Cruise?
Drinking Alcoholic Beverages / Tobacco ProductsGuests must be 21 years of age or older to be served alcohol on board. Proper I.D with birth date is required.
Can you drink under 21 on a Carnival Cruise?
Carnival's policy -- in accordance with U.S. law -- states that guests under the age of 21 cannot consume alcohol onboard the ship at any time. All parties traveling with guests under 21 assume responsibility for their underage guests, and must ensure that they don't drink on a Carnival cruise ship.How to Get Around Carnival Cruise Lines 15 Drink Limit
Can I bring a 12 pack of soda on Carnival Cruise?
A small quantity of non-alcoholic beverages (i.e., sparkling water, sodas, juice, and milk) packaged in cans or cartons may be brought onboard on embarkation day only in guests' carry-on luggage. A small quantity is considered a maximum of 12 sealed, unopened cans/cartons of 12 ounces each or less per person.How do cruise ships know you have alcohol?
Cruise ship scanners usually have no problem detecting alcohol hidden in luggage. Liquid appears dark on an x-ray and the shape of bottles are easy to detect. If bottles, cans or other containers are detected on the x-ray scanner, port staff will open the bag to have a closer look.What drinks are free on Carnival cruises?
The following drinks are included:
- Soda drinks and non-alcoholic „Frozen Cocktails“
- All spirits including our cocktails*
- Beer and wine served by the glass*
- Rocky Star Energy Drinks, Powerade, Honest Tea.
- Specialty coffees and teas served in the main dining rooms, specialty restaurants and coffee bars.