DME Tipping ??

[cbrfan]

We're using DME and understand that our bags will be delivered to our rooms. Do we have to be there for delivery and if not, when and who do we tip for baggage handling? Also, how much do you tip the DME driver?

 

[goofy4tink]

You do not have to be in your room for bag delivery. There is no 'extra' tipping to be done. Everyone has already been tipped...that's one of the perks of using DME. Now, as far as the driver goes...if the driver handles any bag for you, you should tip him. If you have a carryon bag that you had the driver place underneath the bus, he gets $1 per bag. But, if you just boarded the bus, with your carryon with you, no tip is required.
I have tipped a driver before who never touched my bag..he was just a terrific driver. AND....he did not ask for a tip!!! Every driver since then has actually said that gratuities are greatly appreciated. That turns me off..there is already a sign right beside the driver that tells you this...I don't need the driver telling me also. If they ask for a tip, they don't get one!!!

 

[all4disney98]

We were the only ones on our bus to tip the driver, he was very appreciative though and very kind!!!

 

[cbrfan]

Thanks!!

 

[kaytieeldr]

have tipped a driver before who never touched my bag..he was just a terrific driver. AND....he did not ask for a tip!!!

I tipped a DME driver once (I had a bag under the bus) and he told me I didn't have to. I smiled and said "Sure I do. You handled my luggage". Didn't stick around, but I hope the other passengers waiting for their bags followed suit