bbwex Posted August 31, 2014 #1 Share Posted August 31, 2014 We are looking at a couple of cruises offering free gratuities. I cannot remember the standard charge for gratuities per day per person. Any help??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbwex Posted August 31, 2014 Author #2 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Found the answer in another post further back in the history. So I got the information I needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted August 31, 2014 #3 Share Posted August 31, 2014 If it is included why worry from the FAQ What is your gratuity policy? For sailings prior to the 2013-14 Winter season: How much you choose to tip is a personal matter and completely at your discretion. For your convenience the following gratuities are automatically added to your shipboard account. For guests occupying staterooms, gratuities of $14.50 per guest, per day will be added. For guests occupying Penthouse, Oceania, Vista or Owner's Suites where Butler Service is provided, gratuities of $20.50 per guest, per day will be added. In addition, an 18% service gratuity is automatically added to all beverage purchases, spa services and dinner at La Reserve. Naturally, guests may adjust gratuities while onboard the vessel at their sole discretion. For sailings beginning with the 2013-14 Winter season: How much you choose to tip is a personal matter and completely at your discretion. For your convenience the following gratuities are automatically added to your shipboard account. For guests occupying staterooms, gratuities of $15.00 per guest, per day will be added. For guests occupying Penthouse, Oceania, Vista or Owner's Suites where Butler Service is provided, gratuities of $22.00 per guest, per day will be added. In addition, an 18% service gratuity is automatically added to all beverage purchases, spa services and dinner at La Reserve. Naturally, guests may adjust gratuities while onboard the vessel at their sole discretion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilin jack Posted September 20, 2014 #4 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Where does that tip go.....does Oceania keep a portion? How many people opt out of the credit card tip and give direct to the crew? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
computerworks Posted September 20, 2014 #5 Share Posted September 20, 2014 How many people opt out of the credit card tip and give direct to the crew? The stingy ones. :p ...Leave the Daily Service Charge and tip extra to individuals for extraordinary service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 20, 2014 #6 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Where does that tip go.....does Oceania keep a portion? How many people opt out of the credit card tip and give direct to the crew? There may be some that opt out You would be hard pressed to locate all those crew member that serve you on a daily basis unless you are carring a wad of bills around with you daily Leave the auto tips in place & have a great cruise Lyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilin jack Posted September 20, 2014 #7 Share Posted September 20, 2014 I guess what I am asking is, does all of the automatic tip make it to the staff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepawa Posted September 20, 2014 #8 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kkamlani Posted September 20, 2014 #9 Share Posted September 20, 2014 I guess what I am asking is, does all of the automatic tip make it to the staff? Every single $1 KSK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanny18 Posted September 20, 2014 #10 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Every single $1KSK And those of us who sail frequently already knew this!! Arlene;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondorner Posted September 20, 2014 #11 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Every single $1KSK For those who may not know, that answer came direct from the President of Oceania. Sent from my XT1031 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelcat2 Posted September 21, 2014 #12 Share Posted September 21, 2014 For those who may not know, that answer came direct from the President of Oceania. Sent from my XT1031 using Forums mobile app hondorner: Your posts are a breath of fresh air. And, I certainly appreciate seeing Mr. Kamlani's response on the Oceania board. It never ceases to amaze me how competent, caring and honest the top executives of Oceania and Regent area. Truly hope this does not change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted September 21, 2014 #13 Share Posted September 21, 2014 The stingy ones. :p...Leave the Daily Service Charge and tip extra to individuals for extraordinary service. +1 I have to add that we have been highly impressed with the service from room stewards to the crew that works in Terrace. On our last cruise I made a point to get the names of some of the workers in the Terrace buffet and put them on the comments card. They work day in and day out always smiling and doing their best to make us happy. I don't feel enough people take the time to single out the line workers and comment on the excellent job they do. For me a lot of these workers are the unsung heroes of the cruise line. Please take the time to thank them. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 21, 2014 #14 Share Posted September 21, 2014 +1 I have to add that we have been highly impressed with the service from room stewards to the crew that works in Terrace. On our last cruise I made a point to get the names of some of the workers in the Terrace buffet and put them on the comments card. They work day in and day out always smiling and doing their best to make us happy. I don't feel enough people take the time to single out the line workers and comment on the excellent job they do. For me a lot of these workers are the unsung heroes of the cruise line. Please take the time to thank them. :) +1 I usually take names & put them on the comment cards as well It is good for them to see some people do appreciate their work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilin jack Posted September 21, 2014 #15 Share Posted September 21, 2014 We normally cruise on Seabourn and Regent where the tips are included in the up front price. We also belong to a Country Club (CCA) that, from what I understand, the tips don't all make it to the staff. I think that is wrong. I am glad to hear that O doesn't take any of the tips...... We sailed for the first time on O a year ago from New York to London on the Marina. With the drink package and tips it still came in less expensive than on Seabourn, and the food was better. Our next trip on O will be on Dec. 17th, Miami to Miami for 24 days...... Thank you for all your reply's... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CintiPam Posted September 21, 2014 #16 Share Posted September 21, 2014 +1 I usually take names & put them on the comment cards as well It is good for them to see some people do appreciate their work Putting names on your comment cards is a very effective way to show your appreciation as well as extra tipping. These cards are taken seriously by senior staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 21, 2014 #17 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Putting names on your comment cards is a very effective way to show your appreciation as well as extra tipping. These cards are taken seriously by senior staff. Really yes we have had phone calls due to comments on the cards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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