We Remove Cruise Gratuities… Here's Why (And Why We Still Tip Big)

Cruise tipping is one of the most controversial topics in cruising—and everyone seems to have a different opinion. Should you leave the automatic gratuities on? Should you remove them? Should you tip in cash? How much is enough? In this video, we're sharing exactly what Tony and I do on Royal Caribbean cruises, why we do it, and why we feel comfortable with our approach. We know not everyone will agree—and that's okay! There is no one right answer. ❤️ We believe in showing appreciation. 💵 We prefer tipping directly in cash. 🤝 We believe kindness and respect matter. 🚢 And we think everyone should do what feels right for them. We'll also discuss: ✔️ Automatic gratuities on Royal Caribbean ✔️ Why we remove gratuities ✔️ Cash tipping vs. prepaid gratuities ✔️ Tipping room stewards and dining staff ✔️ The $2 bill trick for casino drinks ✔️ Why we tip early instead of waiting until the end ✔️ Small gifts and thank-you notes for crew members ✔️ Royal Caribbean's official policy on pooled gratuities ✔️ How the post-cruise survey can help recognize great crew members This video is simply our opinion and what has worked well for us. We'd love to hear what YOU do, so leave a comment below and let's keep the conversation respectful. There are lots of different ways to cruise! ⚓ Thanks for watching Travel with Tony and Nick! #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #CruiseGratuities #CruiseTipping #RoyalCaribbeanTips #CruiseLife #TravelWithTonyAndNick