Why Royal Drink Package Works IN TEXAS Port While Carnival Makes You Wait Until Day 2!

On Carnival Cruise Line sailings from Texas ports like Galveston, alcohol is still sold on embarkation day, but the CHEERS! drink package and some casino drink perks usually do not activate until 6:00 AM on Day 2 because of Texas alcohol restrictions and Carnival’s policies. EatSleepCruise.com +2 So on Carnival: You CAN buy drinks individually on Day 1. CHEERS! unlimited drink package typically starts Day 2 at 6 AM. Royal Caribbean, MSC, and some other lines allow their drink packages to work on embarkation day in Texas, although selections may be limited while still in Texas waters.