If you like wine with your meal it is definately worth buying package , we went for the middle range which cost 199 $ ( with tip ) for 7 bottles , the choice was very good and an individual bottle in the package cost 30 - 4o $ . We were 2 couples and a round of drinks cost about 25 $ , you get free lemonade , water and tea and coffee so we didnt buy soft drinks . . We did find if you need local currency for ashore, you are better off , either taking it with you, or exchanging it in the country you are visiting, on board it is changed to dollars first so you loose quite a bit .

We cruises in mid Sept and bought the soft drink package ($42) that was great value for money. It included coke, sprite, tonic and soda water and diet versions, unlimited quantities. This you could only purchase at the port before embarkation. Strongly recommended. Beers were $7.48 (including 15%gratuity) and cocktails anything from $7.50 to about $12. Other tips are on our review under Marnewick. Enjoy your cruise!