Celebrity All Included bundles a Classic Beverage Package, gratuities, and unlimited Wi-Fi into your cruise fare — saving most couples $100–$150 per day compared to buying those extras separately, though the actual value depends heavily on your drinking and internet habits.
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Celebrity markets All Included as a revolutionary pricing shift. In reality, it's a bundled package deal — and like all bundles, it's only a bargain if you actually use what's in it. Here's exactly what you get, what it's worth, and when it's genuinely worth it.
What Celebrity All Included Actually Includes
All Included (formerly "Always Included") comes standard on most Celebrity sailings booked today and covers three add-ons that used to cost extra:
- Classic Beverage Package — alcoholic drinks up to $10/glass, non-alcoholic drinks, specialty coffees, bottled water, and juices
- Basic Wi-Fi — one device per person (surf plan, not streaming-grade)
- Gratuities (tips) — the standard $18–$20/person/day service charge for stateroom and dining staff
Notably absent: specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments, and premium spirits above $10. Those are still nickel-and-dime territory.
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What It Would Cost You À La Carte
| Item | Per Person / Day | 7-Night Cruise (1 Person) | 7-Night Cruise (Couple) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Beverage Package | $75–$85 | $525–$595 | $1,050–$1,190 |
| Basic Wi-Fi (surf) | $20–$25 | $140–$175 | $280–$350 |
| Gratuities | $18–$20 | $126–$140 | $252–$280 |
| Total À La Carte | $113–$130 | $791–$910 | $1,582–$1,820 |
On a 7-night cruise for two, you're looking at $1,582–$1,820 in extras if you booked everything separately. All Included typically adds $80–$120/person/day to base fares — roughly $1,120–$1,680 for a couple over 7 nights. That's a real savings window of $100–$700 per couple depending on the sailing and promotion.
What Drives the Actual Savings
Your drinking habits are everything. The Classic Beverage Package covers drinks up to $10/glass. If you drink 5+ drinks per day (cocktails, wine, beer, specialty coffee), you're getting your money's worth and then some. If you're a 1-drink-a-day person, you're overpaying for the bundle.
Wi-Fi is the weak link. Celebrity's basic surf plan is one device per person and won't handle streaming or video calls reliably. If you need real internet, you'll upgrade to the Premium Wi-Fi plan at an extra $20–$30/person/day — which eats into your savings fast.
Gratuities are non-negotiable value. Everyone pays tips one way or another. Having them bundled in means you're definitely not losing money on that component. At $18–$20/day, it's the most reliable part of the package.
Promo timing matters enormously. Celebrity frequently runs promotions where All Included is offered at base-fare pricing or with upgrade offers (Classic → Premium beverage upgrades for $12–$18/person/day). Booking during a sale can push the effective savings to $200+ per couple per day.
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How to Maximize All Included (Or Decide to Skip It)
Upgrade the beverage package if you drink premium. The Classic Package caps drinks at $10. A glass of decent wine or a proper cocktail often runs $12–$16 on Celebrity ships. Upgrading to the Premium Beverage Package costs $12–$18/person/day extra and removes the cap. If you're a wine drinker or bourbon fan, this upgrade pays off fast.
Use the Wi-Fi on your most-connected device only. The one-device-per-person rule means pick your phone or laptop — not both. Trying to share or swap constantly will frustrate you.
Don't assume All Included beats a non-bundled fare. Occasionally Celebrity offers deeply discounted "Cruise Only" fares with no inclusions. Run the math: if the All Included fare is more than $120/person/day above the Cruise Only price, and you're a light drinker, Cruise Only might be cheaper.
Watch for "elevate" or upgrade promotions. Celebrity regularly offers the chance to upgrade All Included to a premium tier — Premium Beverages + Premium Wi-Fi + OBC — for a flat daily fee. When promoted at $30–$40/person/day, this is often exceptional value for connected, drinking travelers.
Is All Included Worth It By Traveler Type?
| Traveler Type | All Included Verdict | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Social drinkers (5+ drinks/day) | ✅ Strong value | Beverage package alone pays out |
| Light drinkers (1–2 drinks/day) | ⚠️ Borderline | Gratuities + Wi-Fi carry the weight |
| Non-drinkers | ❌ Likely overpaying | Tips + Wi-Fi don't justify the premium |
| Remote workers needing real Wi-Fi | ⚠️ Upgrade needed | Basic Wi-Fi isn't reliable enough |
| Couples who both drink regularly | ✅ Best value scenario | Savings multiply quickly for two |
| Solo travelers | ✅ Good value | Solo supplement already hurts — tips bundled helps |
Which Celebrity Ships and Sailings Get the Best All Included Value?
All Included is available fleet-wide, but the best deals surface on Edge-class ships (Celebrity Edge, Apex, Beyond, Ascent) on Caribbean and Mediterranean itineraries — these ships have more bar venues, meaning you'll naturally drink more and extract more value from the beverage package. Transatlantic repositioning cruises often see the sharpest All Included pricing relative to the sailing length, making them disproportionately good deals for the package.
Avoid over-scrutinizing short 3–4 night Bahamas sailings for All Included value — the per-day math barely works out, and you'll spend much of the time in port anyway.
For real-time pricing comparisons across Celebrity sailings — including All Included versus Cruise Only fare breakdowns — use CruiseMutiny to run the numbers before you book. You can also check current Celebrity inventory and promotions through the CruiseHub booking partner to see exactly which sailings have the best All Included value windows right now.