Carnival to Increase Suggested Gratuity in December

Carnival is following the lead of several other cruises lines and implementing a modest increase in the daily suggested gratuity starting this December.

Here is the letter that was just sent out to all guests on applicable sailings:

Dear Carnival Guest,

Effective with all cruises departing on or after December 1, 2018, the recommended onboard gratuities will be updated as follows:

– Standard staterooms: $13.99, per person, per day
– Suites: $15.99, per person, per day

The recommended gratuities are automatically added to your onboard Sail & Sign account as a convenience. However, while on board, you are free to adjust gratuities at your discretion. No adjustments will be made after the cruise.

Should you wish to pre-pay your gratuities at the current rates ($12.95 per person, per day for standard staterooms and $13.95 per person, per day for suites) you may do so by contacting your travel professional by November 30, 2018.

100% of the gratuities go towards our shipboard team members. They work hard to provide exceptional and friendly service, so we hope you will agree that this minor increase is well deserved.

We welcome our guests showing appreciation for the crew’s efforts and the entire team looks forward to having you aboard for a fun and memorable cruise.

Sincerely,

Richard Morse
Senior Vice President, Hotel Operations

Customers who have already added the gratuities to their reservation are not affected. If you have questions regarding these changes, please contact us.