With drink packages being one of the biggest decisions cruisers face before sailing, Carnival Cruise Line’s updated Cheers! beverage package continues to be a hot topic heading into 2026. Carnival has made several changes to pricing, inclusions, and rules, leaving many travelers wondering: Is the Cheers! package actually worth buying this year? We ran the numbers across multiple 2026 itineraries so you don’t have to. Here’s a clear, honest breakdown of when the package makes