Are gratuities included on Emerald River cruises?


Are gratuities included on Emerald River cruises? They sell their itineraries on a cruise-only or airfare-included basis, offer airport transfers, free WiFi, and include wine, beer and soda with lunch and dinner. The most notable difference is that Emerald includes gratuities in its fares, and Viking does not.


Is Emerald a luxury cruise line?

With its nearly all-inclusive fares, Emerald Waterways caters to guests looking for five-star service on a modern, deluxe ship and an array of local experiences.


Which cruise line has the best reputation?

Best Luxury Cruise Lines
  • #1. Viking Ocean Cruises.
  • #2. Seabourn Cruise Line.
  • #3. Regent Seven Seas Cruises.


What cruise line is the most expensive?

Royal Caribbean International is by far and away the leader when it comes to the world's most expensive cruise ships, operating most of the top 10, including the whopping Allure and Oasis of the Seas. Ship-technology.com presents the costliest cruise ships ever built.


How do you avoid gratuities on a cruise?

Several luxury cruise lines just include the gratuities in the cruise fare, smoothing over any possible issues. Most lines allow passengers to adjust or remove automatic tips by visiting the front desk. The exception? Norwegian Cruise Lines, who requires cruisers to file a reimbursement request after the cruise ends.


Is it cheaper to pay gratuities before or after cruise?

If you want to manage your budget more effectively, it's a good idea to prepay your gratuities for your Princess cruise. The only time you would be better off waiting is if you want to use any onboard credit towards the gratuity amount.