GoHuskies!

I love it--I like your way too!

Yes, but he owed (14.50 x 2 x 4)=$116. I think he was beyond frugal right into Scrooge-ville.

Can of worms is right. Looks like I was wrong about who in the ship's crew gets part of the gratuities. I was relying on a quote where Princess said "behind the scenes" crew took part in it. Then I see they talk about specific parts of the crew, just those who have some relationship with cruisers. Hmmm--- In any event, I still feel that gratuities are expected as part of their income, and I gladly pay that. It would take something catastrophic to make me entertain the idea of removing crew appreciation from my bill.