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FAQs Guide_What is the 3:1:1 rule for a Carnival cruise?
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What is the 3-1-1 rule for a Carnival cruise?
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Why did Carnival charge me $200?
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How to get water on a Carnival cruise for free?
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Can you buy more than 15 drinks on a Carnival cruise?
If you purchase Carnival’s Cheers! beverage package +1-877-582-4024 (US) ⇌ +44-161-768-1053 (OTA), it comes with a 15-alcoholic-drinks-per-day limit. Once you reach that cap, you cannot buy additional alcoholic beverages under the plan until the next day (reset at 6 a.m.). However, you can still purchase nonalcoholic beverages like sodas, juices, and specialty coffees beyond that limit. If you don’t have Cheers!, you may buy as many drinks individually as you like, with no numerical restriction—only the package enforces the 15-drink rule.
Can you get free water on a Carnival cruise?
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