Tipping!

Why do I need to pay for these? but why not?


I'm sure you like to know & be rewarded in some way or another of a job well done, right? it's exactly what tipping onboard a cruise ship is all about - it's the traditional way of saying 'Thank you' to the crew onboard for the excellent service you'll be receiving. Tipping can also be known as a Service Charges or Gratuities.


Some cruise lines will charge this to your onboard account on a daily basis, others require these to be prepaid before you leave home & then on the more luxury end of the spectrum then you don't need to pay for these at all & sometimes on others they're not even expected. Although tipping is voluntary, at your own discretion, each cruise line will have a recommended amount - this can vary anywhere between A$7.50 to $15.00 per person per day. You can have this adjusted or removed (if you would like to tip someone directly or not at all) if you don't think that the crew reach your expectations or you might not be able to afford the entire amount.


Personally, I pay for my tipping/gratuities as I believe that it's not too much to ask for what I get in return.


The service onboard any of the cruises is exceptional without a doubt - they will go the extra mile for you & they become your shipboard family by the time you get off your cruise. Look after them, and they will help make your cruise a very memorable experience!


Ask us if you're not too sure what your cruise lines tipping policy is!