Are Carnival gratuities mandatory?

Are Carnival Gratuities Mandatory?

Gratuities on Carnival Cruise Line are automatically added to guest accounts on a daily basis. However, guests do have the option to remove these automatic gratuities by visiting Guest Services.

Expectations of Tipping

Tipping is a customary practice in the cruise industry, and it is expected on Carnival Cruise Line. Gratuities are distributed among crew members who provide various services throughout the sailing, including housekeeping, dining, and entertainment staff.

Impact of Not Tipping

While automatic gratuities can be removed, it is important to be aware that choosing not to tip could potentially impact the quality of service received by crew members. Crew members rely on gratuities as part of their income, and not tipping could lead to reduced motivation or attentiveness.

Recommended Gratuity Amounts

Carnival Cruise Line recommends the following daily gratuity amounts:

• Stateroom steward: $13.50 per person
• Assistant stateroom steward: $6.25 per person
• Dining room server: $13.50 per person
• Assistant dining room server: $6.25 per person
• Maitre d’: $5.75 per person
• Bartender: $5.00 per person

Removing Automatic Gratuities

Guests who wish to remove automatic gratuities can do so by visiting Guest Services at any time during their sailing. Guests will need to provide their cruise card and account number to complete the process.

Additional Considerations

• Gratuities are charged on a daily basis, regardless of whether or not guests use certain services.
• Some special dining experiences, such as Chef’s Table, may have additional gratuity charges.
• Guests can also provide additional gratuities to individual crew members who have provided exceptional service.