Drinks price spike

CARNIVAL Cruise Line has announced the price of its non-alcoholic Bottomless Bubbles package has increased by US$1 to US$5.95 daily for kids and US$8.50 for adults.

The fleet-wide changes came into effect 01 Jan, with guests who purchased tickets before 01 Jan to have the original flat fee price honoured.

The cruise line will also launch an a la carte stateroom service menu from mid-Jan.

The new service will include food options ranging from US$2 to US$5 per item.