im sorry to ask this i just cant find the answer: how much is the prepaid Tips?

[kevinsgirl88]

Im so sorry to be asking this! But im having a hard time finding the answer! how much are the Prepaid Tips? For our next cruise we want to prepay them so we dont have to worry about it at the end of the trip! once again im so sorry to be asking! :o

[cruisenfever]

Im so sorry to be asking this! But im having a hard time finding the answer! how much are the Prepaid Tips? For our next cruise we want to prepay them so we dont have to worry about it at the end of the trip! once again im so sorry to be asking! :o

$5.00pp per day for Housekeeping Staff ($7.25 if in a GS or above)

$3.75pp per day for Waiter

$2.15pp per day for Assistant Waiter

$0.75pp per day for Head Waiter

$11.65pp per day ($13.90pp per day if booked in a GS or above)

[AkSusan]

Im so sorry to be asking this! But im having a hard time finding the answer! how much are the Prepaid Tips? For our next cruise we want to prepay them so we dont have to worry about it at the end of the trip! once again im so sorry to be asking! :o

Hot off the RC website -

 

Gratuities

 

Q: What are the gratuity guidelines for cruises?

 

A: Our suggested gratuity guidelines take in account our crew members that work hard to provide and maintain the highest level of service while sailing the high seas. Whether working behind the scenes or serving your evening meal, our staff and crew make sure you enjoy every moment spent onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship.

 

The daily amounts below have been calculated with this in mind. For new bookings that set sail on or after July 1, 2011, the suggested gratuities are:

Waiter:$3.75 USDa day per guest

Assistant Waiter:$2.15 USDa day per guest

Head Waiter:$.75 USDa day per guest

Stateroom Attendant/Other Housekeeping Services:$5.00 USDa day per guest

Suite Attendant/Other Housekeeping Services:$7.25 USDa day per guest

 

Gratuities are voluntary and at the discretion of each guest. These guidelines serve as suggestions to help guest express their gratitude for the outstanding service they experience on their Royal Caribbean cruise vacation.

 

Note: These gratuities apply to guests of all ages. Gratuities for other service personnel are at your discretion. A 15% gratuity will automatically be added to any purchases in the bar, dining room, spa services and salon services.

 

Notice to guests: Gratuities may be shared with other crew members depending on the particular service requirement.

 

Envelopes for gratuities will be provided in your stateroom on the last night of the cruise. Gratuities may be paid in the following ways: Pre-paid by having them added to your reservation by your booking agent.Added to your onboard SeaPass account.Paid in cash at the end of the cruise

 

Susan :)

[kevinsgirl88]

Thank you!! i was tring to find that but had no luck lol

[Darkwolfe]

You can also call RCI and ask specifically for your cruise. Personally I find it handy to have all of that neatly paid for long before my vacation actually takes place.

[PeterPan]

Courtesy of a fellow cruise critic member:

 

http://cruisetip.tpkeller.com/

 

I use it before every cruise to set aside my tip money.

[tpredmore]

If someone only plans on eating in the Windjammer or speciality dining, is it still encouraged to tip your assistant waiter, waiter, and head waiter? I know that tips are included in the cover charge for speciality dining.

[Clarea]

If someone only plans on eating in the Windjammer or speciality dining, is it still encouraged to tip your assistant waiter, waiter, and head waiter? I know that tips are included in the cover charge for speciality dining.

Tips to your MDR wait staff cover the Windjammer staff too, so even if you don't go to the MDR, you will cover Windjammer. I think Patti posted an informative account of how tips are pooled if you don't go to the MDR.