CountryGuy13 Posted July 5, 2017 #1 Share Posted July 5, 2017 (edited) There are some older threads out there on this topic, but I wanted to confirm they are still valid (sorry if its a repeat): I'm going on my first cruise in August, and I elected to pre-pay tips. I'm also aware drink service is added to any bar bills (so that's covered while I'm going). Is there anyone NOT covered by tips that I should be aware of, that should be tipped? I'm thinking along the lines of bus drivers for excursions, etc? I know many people make their living off tips and I don't want to short-change anyone (but don't want to double-tip either!) Thanks in advance! EDIT: Grr, just saw someone posted a very similar question on just the shore excursions, so keeping the question in place but think I have that one answered, lol Edited July 5, 2017 by CountryGuy13 Thread move fast in the First Time Cruiser forum :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 5, 2017 #2 Share Posted July 5, 2017 It would also help to know the cruise line. For example, I know that on Royal Caribbean, the crewmembers who deliver room service are not part of the tip pool, so we tip them separately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryincork Posted July 5, 2017 #3 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Generally spa or kids activity centre aren't including. Generally tour guides. Sent from my SM-N910F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 5, 2017 #4 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Generally, room service is "kitchen" staff...so do tip them at time of delivery. If you're in a suite with a butlers, they aren't included in the tipping...so tip separately at the end of the cruise. Excursions....if it's simply driving you from one place to another, no tip is needed....you PAID for transport! If there is a guide that really adds to your day, then a small tip is nice...$5-10 is ample. We have had guides that did nothing...so no tip for them! Check you bill at the spa (if you use it!)...they sometimes ADD a tip onto the bill. If they do that, feel free NOT to tip additionally! Pretty much everyone else is either included in the tips they charge daily or in any fees you pay (like at specialty restaurants). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountryGuy13 Posted July 5, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted July 5, 2017 It would also help to know the cruise line. For example, I know that on Royal Caribbean, the crewmembers who deliver room service are not part of the tip pool, so we tip them separately. Makes sense - Its on Royal Caribbean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fadedimages Posted July 10, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 10, 2017 It would also help to know the cruise line. For example, I know that on Royal Caribbean, the crewmembers who deliver room service are not part of the tip pool, so we tip them separately. On the website it says they are included in the prepaid gratuities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teknoge3k Posted July 10, 2017 #7 Share Posted July 10, 2017 The porters at the cruise terminal who take your bags. Also your Uber driver if you use transportation to the terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted July 11, 2017 #8 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Cabin stewards are covered by the auto tip. But we give them extra if their service is very satisfactory for our personal expectations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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