Carnival’s new Cheers! Zero Proof Drink Package is now officially available to book on all 2026 Carnival cruises homeported in Australia and New Zealand – a significant development for local cruisers seeking premium non-alcoholic options at sea.
Cheers! Zero Proof Comes to 2026 Australia Sailings
As of January 27, 2026, Australian guests can pre-purchase the Cheers! Zero Proof Drink Package for any Carnival cruise throughout 2026 via the Carnival website, the HUB app, or by calling customer service. This follows a staggered rollout where the offer first covered only late-2025 departures, then early 2026 sailings, before finally opening up for the full year.
This package is designed as Carnival’s premium non-alcoholic offering, surpassing simple soft drink deals to cater to cruisers desiring variety and convenience without alcohol. It provides a solution for many Australians booking family holidays or wellness-centric getaways, allowing them to manage their drink expenses ahead of time.
What’s Included for Aussie Guests
On Australian and New Zealand homeported ships, Cheers! Zero Proof grants guests access to a variety of non-alcoholic beverages across bars and dining venues for a flat daily fee. The bundle includes:
- Sodas featuring Coca-Cola products.
- Standard fruit juices.
- Bottled water (around 600ml serves).
- Zero-proof cocktails/mocktails from the bar (ages 18+).
- Alcohol-free beer and non-alcoholic sparkling wine (ages 18+).
- Non-alcoholic frozen drinks and classic milkshakes.
- Popular energy drinks for a mid-afternoon boost.
Thus, Aussie cruisers can savor mocktails by the pool, enjoy sparkling non-alcoholic wine at dinner, and sip soft drinks throughout their day without keeping track of an onboard tab.
Price and How the Package Works
The Cheers! Zero Proof Drink Package is priced from $29.99 per person, per day and needs to be purchased for the entire duration of the cruise, similar to Carnival’s alcoholic packages. A mandatory 20% service charge is included at checkout.
Key points for Australian cruisers:
- The package encompasses nearly all standard non-alcoholic drinks onboard, making budgeting straightforward.
- You can assess your usual daily drink expenditure using online cruise drinks calculators to determine if the package is worthwhile for your holiday style.
- Unlike the alcoholic Cheers! package, not every member in your stateroom is required to purchase Zero Proof if at least one person does, providing more flexibility in cabin arrangements.
Why This Matters for Cruising in Australia
The introduction of Cheers! Zero Proof for all 2026 sailings reflects Carnival’s response to the increasing demand for low- and no-alcohol options among Australian travelers. A growing number of Aussies are opting for smoke-free, wellness-focused vacations, and having a dedicated non-alcoholic package makes it easier to embrace that lifestyle without compromising on fun or flavor.
For families, multigenerational groups, and sober-curious travelers departing from Australian ports, this package transforms drinks into a predictable, pre-paid component of the cruise – providing another compelling reason to choose Carnival for a 2026 getaway close to home.
