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Audisnawb · 07-27-2008, 06:22 PM

Do we have to tip on the Jolly Pirate outside of the bartender? One of our friends said he spent $50 just on tipping!?!? Personally, I dont think we should have to tip anyone but the bartender, but then again not to sure what else goes on the ship.

Jacki · 07-27-2008, 08:30 PM

I think it's safe to say just use common sense - as with anything if someone goes out of their way, throwing a few extra dollars their way is a great way to show your appreciation

Liz - Aruba Lover · 07-27-2008, 08:45 PM

I think your friend went overboard in tipping. $50 is to to much.

*Arubalisa* · 07-27-2008, 09:06 PM

We tipped 10% of what we paid for the three of us. The guys do work hard.

cindyo · 07-27-2008, 09:46 PM

Tip on you way OFF the boat....

Audisnawb · 07-27-2008, 11:12 PM

Thanks for the info guys, I think that 10 percent is fair, thats the answer I was HOPING to hear haha. I will definitly tip that on the way OFF the boat on top of the drinks

ArubaSalsa · 07-28-2008, 01:33 AM

They put a small tip jar at the end of the trip as you step out of the boat. The tips are equally divided to everyone who worked on the boat that day. You can tip what you feel is worth it. Some people tip $20 some 10$.

ScubaBOS · 07-29-2008, 11:41 AM

We tip.
Bear in mind that during the cruise, the crew will be assisting you, from serving food, providing snorkeling advice, help with the rope swing and entertaining.

jolly · 08-07-2008, 10:07 AM

Hi Reg, Lisa and Scoob!
Right again!
Yes, there is a tip jar as you leave the ship.
The jp crew sets up the ship together and works together as a team and share their tips. imo they earn great tips - for their great service. You can tip at your own discretion and with what you feel comfortable with- or not at all for that matter. A $50 tip for a family who had a great day is not uncommon- a few dollars is also appreciated as well. It's all good! In fact the Capt sometimes makes the joke that if you didn't like the crew, you can take some money out of the tip jar when the crew isn't looking.
Have a great trip!

Jacki · 08-07-2008, 10:30 AM

the crew was amazing with my mom who had never snorkled before and was afraid. Those guys worked hard and deserved every bit of their tip!

Of course there was another sail where my husband lost his wedding band and the amazing crew helped us look and stayed at the site longer than anticipated to allow us time to find it!

We'll be back sailing w/ JP in just 2 short weeks! I can't wait!

07-27-2008, 06:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Audisnawb Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 17	Tipping on the Jolly Pirate?? Do we have to tip on the Jolly Pirate outside of the bartender? One of our friends said he spent $50 just on tipping!?!? Personally, I dont think we should have to tip anyone but the bartender, but then again not to sure what else goes on the ship. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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07-27-2008, 08:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jacki Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 167	I think it's safe to say just use common sense - as with anything if someone goes out of their way, throwing a few extra dollars their way is a great way to show your appreciation Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ *Jacki ~ loving Aruba from NJ*

07-27-2008, 08:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
Liz - Aruba Lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,351	I think your friend went overboard in tipping. $50 is to to much. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ http://dinearuba.com

07-27-2008, 09:06 PM	#4 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,108 Images: 167	We tipped 10% of what we paid for the three of us. The guys do work hard. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Cat Resource Directory ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

07-27-2008, 09:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
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07-27-2008, 11:12 PM	#6 (permalink)
Audisnawb Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 17	Thanks for the info guys, I think that 10 percent is fair, thats the answer I was HOPING to hear haha. I will definitly tip that on the way OFF the boat on top of the drinks Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

07-28-2008, 01:33 AM	#7 (permalink)
ArubaSalsa Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mambo Jambo, Moomba beach Posts: 121 Images: 19	They put a small tip jar at the end of the trip as you step out of the boat. The tips are equally divided to everyone who worked on the boat that day. You can tip what you feel is worth it. Some people tip $20 some 10$. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Salsa Greetings, Reggie www.arubasalsa.com

07-29-2008, 11:41 AM	#8 (permalink)
ScubaBOS Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Underwater Posts: 22	We tip. Bear in mind that during the cruise, the crew will be assisting you, from serving food, providing snorkeling advice, help with the rope swing and entertaining. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

08-07-2008, 10:07 AM	#9 (permalink)
jolly Junior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 21	Hi Reg, Lisa and Scoob! Right again! Yes, there is a tip jar as you leave the ship. The jp crew sets up the ship together and works together as a team and share their tips. imo they earn great tips - for their great service. You can tip at your own discretion and with what you feel comfortable with- or not at all for that matter. A $50 tip for a family who had a great day is not uncommon- a few dollars is also appreciated as well. It's all good! In fact the Capt sometimes makes the joke that if you didn't like the crew, you can take some money out of the tip jar when the crew isn't looking. Have a great trip! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

08-07-2008, 10:30 AM	#10 (permalink)
Jacki Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 167	the crew was amazing with my mom who had never snorkled before and was afraid. Those guys worked hard and deserved every bit of their tip! Of course there was another sail where my husband lost his wedding band and the amazing crew helped us look and stayed at the site longer than anticipated to allow us time to find it! We'll be back sailing w/ JP in just 2 short weeks! I can't wait! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ *Jacki ~ loving Aruba from NJ*