Comments on: Holland America raises fee for daily gratuity.

By: Carole Terwilliger Meyers

Carole Terwilliger Meyers — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 01:52:37 +0000

It might be a good idea to just include the tip in the cruise price. But I guess they don’t do that because then their cruise comes in at more costly than the ones that don’t do that. Tipping certainly is often a controversial item.

By: Irene S. Levine

Irene S. Levine — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:13:58 +0000

It’s interesting that restaurants are moving in the opposite direction: Better restaurants are increasing salaries and eliminating tips.

By: Jeff & Crystal Bryant

Jeff & Crystal Bryant — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:44:10 +0000

Thanks for sharing this important notice about the change to Holland America’s tipping policy. It is good to be aware of the costs that could ultimately affect your final spend on a trip.

By: Michele

Michele — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:12:58 +0000

I recently sailed on Holland America’s Volendam and agree that the hardworking crew deserve every penny. I’m surprised people would line up to remove the gratuities from their bills – every passenger I met seemed so happy with their onboard experience and service from the staff!

By: Doreen Pendgracs

Doreen Pendgracs — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 23:40:03 +0000

I haven’t cruised for a number of years and didn’t realize that the tips are now automatically added to travellers’ bills. I’m not quite sure I agree with your comment, “If you can’t afford to tip, then stay home!” In all honesty to your readers, do you pay the full costs of every cruise yourself, or are your travels subsidized?