Drink service tip

[dclpluto]

I don't usually tip above and beyond that unless I have been using the same bartender or server for a few drinks...then I usually leave them a few bucks when I am done.

MJ

Your doing it wrong. If your going to have a few give them extra tip in the beginning. That way you should get better drinks. If your having beer or wine doesn't matter thou.

 

[jrabbit]

slightly off topic, but on the last day of our cruise when we went to Guest Services to change the gratuity amounts for the 4 tipped positions, the change form also included two additional lines where you could give a gratuity to any of the crew. You needed to know their name. Country and Department helps narrow it down, and they will show you a picture so you can confirm before they add it to your (and their) account.

Back on topic - if you have a favorite venue where you will be hanging out (Cadillac Lounge / Cove Cafe) give additional tips early on, and they won't forget you.

 

[lorenni]

Your doing it wrong. If your going to have a few give them extra tip in the beginning. That way you should get better drinks. If your having beer or wine doesn't matter thou.

This ^

When we know we're going to be settling in for a few hours (like at a wedding) or be repeat customers day over day, I leave $20 right off the bat with our first drink order. From that point on, we get great service. In fact, 9 times out of 10 I get a nice smile and a comment from the bartender along the lines of "oh, we're going to be friends."