Royal Caribbean increasing cost of gratuities
Royal Caribbean is upping the cost of daily gratuities for all sailings from July 1.
The increase takes effect from June 1 and will rise to $12.95 per day, per guest in standard accommodations and $15.95 per day, per guest in suites.
The cruise line says passengers with an existing cruise booking can pre-pay gratuities before the June 1 deadline to lock in the current rate of $12.00 per day in standard accommodations, and $14.25 per day in a suite.
The company outlines the new pricing policy on its Loyal to You Always travel trade site which it says is designed to ‘help recognize the exceptional work that Royal Caribbean’s staff and crew does to deliver unforgettable vacations every day.’
Gratuities are shared out among crewmembers.
The move by Royal Caribbean follows a similar increase in gratuities charged by rival Norwegian Cruise Line which took effect in March this year.
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