Gratuity Increase?

[mslhb]

I thought I saw that the gratuity cost was going to increase. Is that the case and when does the new price become effective? Will pre-pay for my cruise this year if they are going up.

[ShakyBeef]

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WIFI PRICES AND RECOMMENDED GRATUITIES ADJUSTMENTS
(U.S. AND EUROPEAN DEPARTURES)

January 3, 2023

Dear Carnival Guest,

We are writing to let you know that we will be adjusting internet prices and onboard gratuity guidelines with all cruises based on the schedule below. However, we will honor existing prices for pre-paid internet purchases and pre-paid gratuities, per the dates outlined below.

Internet prices – effective with embarkations January 16, 2023

Social: $12.75, per day

Value: $17, per day

Premium: $18.70, per day

Gratuity guidelines – effective with embarkations April 1, 2023

Standard staterooms: $16, per guest, per day

Suites: $18, per guest, per day

Remember there is still time to save. You may pre-pay your gratuities and pre-purchase internet at the current rates as follows:

Internet prices – purchased before January 16, 2023

Social: $10.20, per day

Value: $14.45, per day

Premium: $17, per day

Gratuity guidelines – purchased before April 1, 2023

Standard staterooms: $14.50, per guest, per day

Suites: $16.50, per guest, per day

Access My Cruise Manager using the “RESERVE NOW” button below to secure the current rates for any Carnival open sailing.

As a reminder, unless they are pre-paid, recommended gratuities are automatically added to your onboard Sail & Sign® account as a convenience. However, while on board, you are free to adjust gratuities at your discretion. No adjustments will be made after the cruise. Our shipboard team members work hard to provide exceptional and friendly service, so we hope you will agree that this slight increase is well deserved.

We look forward to welcoming you on board!

Sincerely,

Sarah Reno
Sr. Vice President - Guest Operations