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5 Tipping Mistakes Not to Make on Your Cruise

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
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👁️ 41K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 0:50
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Creator's Key Takeaways

tipping the ship's officers this could be embarrassing for you and the officer as you're not to tip them

if you buy anything such as spa treatment specialty dining and drinks there's a tip already included so tip extra at your discretion

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Do not tip ship's officers
✓Tip room service attendants at least a couple extra dollars
✓Prepay gratuities to lock in lower rates
✓Tip around $10 per person on snorkeling excursions
✓Avoid double tipping as tips are often already included

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Embarrassment from tipping officers — Do not tip ship's officers as it is not customary
Managing gratuities on a budget — Prepay gratuities to avoid worry and lock in rates
Knowing when tips are already included — Check if tips are included for spa, dining, or drinks before adding extra

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common tipping mistakes on cruises?
QHow should I handle tipping for room service?
QShould I prepay gratuities?
QHow much to tip on excursions?
QDo I need to tip extra for spa, dining, or drinks?

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