What To Know
Included basics
Most large cruise lines include main dining, buffets, snacks and standard non-alcoholic drinks such as water, tea or coffee in the base fare.
Premium choices
Speciality restaurants, tasting menus, steakhouse venues, sushi, teppanyaki, chef-led concepts and beverage packages usually cost extra.
Best use
For a one-week cruise, reserve one or two speciality meals and leave some evenings flexible for shows or late port returns.