Why We Always Prepay Gratuities

One small decision before your cruise can save money, reduce stress, and help you start vacation the moment you step onboard.

Our Gratuity Strategy

💰 No Suprise Charges

We like knowing one more vacation expense is already taken care of before we board.

🔒 Lock In Today's Rate

Royal Caribbean occasionally increases gratuities. Prepaying protects you from future increases if rates change before your cruise.

😎 Enjoy Embarkation Day

Instead of thinking about extra charges, we simply enjoy our first lunch, explore the ship, and start relaxing.

❤️ Support the Crew

Gratuities help recognize the hardworking crew members who make every cruise memorable—from your stateroom attendant to your dining team.

Already paid.

No surprise balance.

Easier budgeting

Vacation starts immediately.

Added to SeaPass daily.

Can increase if rates change before sailing.

Larger onboard balance.

We always prepay gratuities. It's one less thing to think about, and we love boarding knowing our vacation budget is already planned.

As of November 1, 2024, Royal Caribbean’s daily gratuities for a non-suite stateroom is $18.50 USD per guest and $21.00 USD per guest in suites!

💡 Gratuities apply to every guest, including children.

💡 Junior Suites use the standard gratuity rate.

💡 Beverage purchases automatically include an 18% gratuity.

💡 Spa services automatically include a 20% gratuity.

Example:

7-Night Cruise

Couple (2 Guest); Standard Room

$18.50 x 2 x 7 = $259.00

Family of Four

$18.50 x 2 x 7 = $518.00

📞 Royal Caribbean

You can usually add prepaid gratuities before sailing by contacting Royal Caribbean or your travel advisor.