Carnival Cruise Lines NEW Tipping (Gratuity) Policy and Increase
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The creator discusses upcoming changes to the Carnival Cruise Lines gratuity policy scheduled for implementation on December 1st. The video explains that standard daily gratuities for most passengers will increase from $12.95 to $13.99, while suite guests will see an increase from $13.95 to $15.99. The creator notes that these fees are automatically added to the final bill but can be adjusted at the guest services desk if service was unsatisfactory. The video outlines how these tips are distributed among stateroom stewards, dining staff, and other guest facing personnel. Beyond the specific price hike, the creator expresses concern regarding a broader trend of cost increases and service reductions on Carnival ships. This includes the removal of traditional perks like chocolate mints, midnight buffets, and certain cocktail events. The creator concludes that while Carnival maintains low baseline fares to attract bookings, the cumulative effect of these small increases and service cutbacks may impact the overall onboard experience for loyal cruisers.
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I think that people who work onboard to make your vacation fantastic deserve every penny that they get
it seems to me all the little things that used to be free or it used to be cheaper are now raising in price
the onboard experience in my opinion is definitely suffering
I'm a loyal carnival cruiser and it's not going to make me stop taking carnival cruises
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