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👁️ 719 views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 1:06:30
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have no problem with tipping people, but I want to be the one to decide how much it is and who's getting that tip.

The crew on the ship count on that money. So, uh I totally get that. It's just how it all works.

If you give them cash, they apparently get to just keep that cash. They don't have to pull it with everybody else and share it.

The fact that cruise lines keep the subject so shrouded in mystery is a little bit suspect, right?

Creator's Tips & Advice

Remove automatic gratuities and tip crew directly with cash for better transparency.
Wait until gratuities appear on your shipboard account before requesting removal at guest services.
Tip room stewards and waiters early in the cruise for potentially better service.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Surprise charges for automatic gratuitiesBe aware of daily gratuity charges when booking; ask travel agent for disclosure.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do automatic gratuities work on cruises?
QShould passengers remove automatic gratuities and tip in cash?
QDo crew members know when gratuities are removed?
QHow do different cruise lines handle gratuities?

Topics Covered

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Nassau
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