raahc Posted November 7, 2019 Report Share Posted November 7, 2019 Hello everyone! Approx how many $1 USD will I need? I know this is dependent on how we'll tip, but just a ball park. I figure if we need more, I can go to guest services, but I'm going to my bank today (I'm in Canada). Shuttle driver from rental car to port on embarkation day Porters at embarkation Porters at debarkation Shuttle driver from port to airport Tips for an occasional drink on board Tips for one specialty dining (over and above) I have $5 & $10 for additional tips for staff on board on top of gratuities already Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marti314 Posted November 7, 2019 Report Share Posted November 7, 2019 My recommendation is just go to the guest services and or casino cashier to get 1's when you need them on the ship. raahc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof4crazytocruise Posted November 7, 2019 Report Share Posted November 7, 2019 We took $60 in 1's for a 5 night for the 2 of us, and that wasn't nearly enough. So I would take at least 100 (or as suggested above, just go get more when you need them!) raahc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJones Posted November 7, 2019 Report Share Posted November 7, 2019 It also depends on how many people are with you, using the same porter/ shuttle driver. When I cruise, there's usually two of us, tipping the porters a couple dollars each. So we just round up and give $5 to cover the group for porters (more if there's additional people in the party). We either take turns paying tips, or someone covers everything and then split it at the end of the trip. Also, on a lot of excursions (especially tours) tips are expected at the end. So you may want to bring additional $5s and $10s beyond extra crew gratuities. raahc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhageerah Posted November 7, 2019 Report Share Posted November 7, 2019 We normally take about 30-40 singles on a 7 day cruise in addition to the $5's,10's, and $20's between the two of us we take about $200-300 in cash, she gambles and I do not. Cabin steward, and those in the dining room get a tip. But as you already know the amount that you choose is your choice. Happy sailing and I hope that you guys have an absolutely AMAZING time!! Jmccaffrey, ChessE4 and raahc 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raahc Posted November 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2019 On 11/7/2019 at 11:02 AM, marti314 said: My recommendation is just go to the guest services and or casino cashier to get 1's when you need them on the ship. Thanks, but I will need some before I get on the ship (shuttle driver, porter ..). Thanks for the tip about the casino cashier, very helpful when the lines are long at GS. On 11/7/2019 at 11:24 AM, Momof4crazytocruise said: We took $60 in 1's for a 5 night for the 2 of us, and that wasn't nearly enough. So I would take at least 100 (or as suggested above, just go get more when you need them!) I think we brought $100 last time, I can't remember. Thank you! On 11/7/2019 at 2:04 PM, KJones said: It also depends on how many people are with you, using the same porter/ shuttle driver. When I cruise, there's usually two of us, tipping the porters a couple dollars each. So we just round up and give $5 to cover the group for porters (more if there's additional people in the party). We either take turns paying tips, or someone covers everything and then split it at the end of the trip. Also, on a lot of excursions (especially tours) tips are expected at the end. So you may want to bring additional $5s and $10s beyond extra crew gratuities. Just the two of us, thanks. We're not doing any excursions this time around (I don't think so), but thanks for the reminder in case we change our minds! On 11/7/2019 at 2:19 PM, bhageerah said: We normally take about 30-40 singles on a 7 day cruise in addition to the $5's,10's, and $20's between the two of us we take about $200-300 in cash, she gambles and I do not. Cabin steward, and those in the dining room get a tip. But as you already know the amount that you choose is your choice. Happy sailing and I hope that you guys have an absolutely AMAZING time!! Awww, thanks so much!!! We're beyond excited! You're too kind KJones 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyC Posted November 9, 2019 Report Share Posted November 9, 2019 I usually bring $20-30 in singles, depending on length of cruise, and figure one $5 for each time I plan on using a porter and have an excursion (times 2 of us). Then I add about $40 in tens, depending on how many excursions or taxis we need to take. Rest is in $20s. I do not tip a $1 with every single drink. Many times I'm walking up to the bar, asking for a beer, and walking away. I have my singles for the bars I hang out at all the time, to reward the bartenders that actually make me mixed drinks or something that requires more than handing me a can. LOL lambdabeta and ChessE4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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