Virgincruiser510 Posted March 27, 2016 #1 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Aren't the gratuities built into the cost of the trip? I'm reading on the Carnival website that for an 8-day sail, gratuities are $96. I'm hoping that's not in addition to what I've already paid. I know there are gratuities for room service, and per drink if you're not on the cheers package. What else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinator Posted March 27, 2016 #2 Share Posted March 27, 2016 (edited) Aren't the gratuities built into the cost of the trip? I'm reading on the Carnival website that for an 8-day sail, gratuities are $96. I'm hoping that's not in addition to what I've already paid. I know there are gratuities for room service, and per drink if you're not on the cheers package. What else? No.....the gratuities are in addition to your fare. If you don't gamble in the casino, book shore excursions, go to any specialty restaurants, use the the internet, purchase anything from the stores onboard etc..... there shouldn't be any extra charges. Edited March 27, 2016 by cruizinator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted March 27, 2016 #3 Share Posted March 27, 2016 The gratuities are NOT part of the fare that you have already paid. Also note that the gratuities are per person, not per cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nator555 Posted March 27, 2016 #4 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Definitely extra...we pay $252 for the 3 of us on a 7 day cruise. I always leave extra for fabulous service Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphin2012 Posted March 27, 2016 #5 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Yes they are extra. There is a per day per person charge, I think its 12 a day. The 12 a day is a tip that is split among a long list of people that take care of you all day, waiters , staff. cabin steward etc.. Extra tips are not required but we also tip the waiters and the person who takes care of our room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizinisthebest Posted March 27, 2016 #6 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Aren't the gratuities built into the cost of the trip? I'm reading on the Carnival website that for an 8-day sail, gratuities are $96. I'm hoping that's not in addition to what I've already paid. I know there are gratuities for room service, and per drink if you're not on the cheers package. What else? Read over this. https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1123/~/service-gratuities-(tips) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelbows Posted March 27, 2016 #7 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Hi. It's possible your gratuities were already included in what you paid (or were billed). It is an option when you book. Check your documents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaBear55 Posted March 27, 2016 #8 Share Posted March 27, 2016 (edited) The drinks that you order have a tip added on, so not part of the daily charge. Room service is also tipped separately, but you add that on yourself. Ad another poster said, you may have paid ahead. If not, it will be on your bill onboard. Edited March 27, 2016 by MommaBear55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted March 27, 2016 #9 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Check with whoever you booked with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted March 27, 2016 #10 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Aren't the gratuities built into the cost of the trip? I'm reading on the Carnival website that for an 8-day sail, gratuities are $96. I'm hoping that's not in addition to what I've already paid. I know there are gratuities for room service, and per drink if you're not on the cheers package. What else? Guessing this is your first cruise. Cruise lines pay very little to crew that will serve you directly and their income comes from your tips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare sparks1093 Posted March 27, 2016 #11 Share Posted March 27, 2016 (edited) Aren't the gratuities built into the cost of the trip? I'm reading on the Carnival website that for an 8-day sail, gratuities are $96. I'm hoping that's not in addition to what I've already paid. I know there are gratuities for room service, and per drink if you're not on the cheers package. What else? Yes, that is in addition to what you've paid and goes to your steward team and waitstaff and others working to make your cruise special. To keep it in perspective a little while ago we had to eat in restaurants twice in one day. The tips (breakfast and dinner) came to $9.50 per person and this was not for high end establishments. For all of the service that you receive $12 is a great deal. Edited March 27, 2016 by sparks1093 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Je Souhaite Posted March 27, 2016 #12 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Aren't the gratuities built into the cost of the trip? I'm reading on the Carnival website that for an 8-day sail, gratuities are $96. I'm hoping that's not in addition to what I've already paid. I know there are gratuities for room service, and per drink if you're not on the cheers package. What else? No, but it's quite possible you pre paid them. You would have to check with whom you booked. Gratuities are included in ALL drink methods, Cheers or not. Think of the gratuities as if you are eating out in restaurants all week long while on vacation, and then your hotel maids as well. The rates are suggested, and you can adjust or pay your rates any way you see fir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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