Cruise gratuities explained. Save money & avoid surprises on your next cruise! #cruisetips
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Creator's Key Takeaways
Cruise gratuitities, sometimes called crew appreciation, are basically daily service tips charged by the cruise line.
For example, if gratuitities are $16 a person per day and you're on a seven night cruise, that's $112 per person in your stateateroom.
The big perk, you lock in today's rate, even if the cruise line raises the prices later.
Creator's Tips & Advice
✓Prepay gratuities to lock in today's rate and avoid price increases.
✓Be aware that beverage packages include separate service charges.
🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:
Confusion about cruise gratuities and what they cover — Gratuities are daily service tips charged by the cruise line for behind-the-scenes crew.
Unexpected charges from beverage packages — Beverage packages include an automatic 18-20% service charge separate from daily gratuities.
Questions This Creator Answers
QWhat are cruise gratuities and how do they work?
QShould you prepay gratuities or pay onboard?
QDo you need to tip in cash on top of automatic gratuities?
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