Another View on Tipping Issue

[JanetMarie]

Okay, I think I've got it. We'll leave auto tip in place and then tip extra via an envelope, as we see fit. Thanks gang.

[cruzindave]

What if the service is not exceptable? Do you leave the auto tips on? I am not trying to complain. It seems to me there is no incentive to give outstanding service.

[spongerob]

If the service is truly "outstanding" the auto-tips are not nearly enough to show proper appreciation. I consider them a baseline for decent service. Most of the crew we interact with regularly (room steward, waitstaff in traditional dining) have always received an additional tip from us.

 

If you have a complaint about service, they can be removed in whole or in part from your account. They are completely optional.

[LARGIN]

What if the service is not exceptable? Do you leave the auto tips on? I am not trying to complain. It seems to me there is no incentive to give outstanding service.

If you have a problem with the service, why wait until the cruise is over? A rational talk with the maitre d' or the pursors office can resolve service issues rather quickly. Not being disrespectful, but I find that many cruisers look for the smallest incident to rationalize in their mind a reason not to tip.