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We will be taking our first Vantage River cruise in a few weeks. In preparation for the cruise we are trying to decide how many euros we need to bring. We came upon the the section in our documents concerning gratuities. The guidelines were as follows:

Cruise Director: 7-10 euros per person per day.

Concierge: 7-11 euros per person per day

Ship staff and crew: 10 euros per day per person

And tips for local guides and drivers.

The total for the Vantage staff would come to over 500 euros for an 11 day trip. It seems kind of high to us. Of course if this is the going rate we will tip accordingly. Any comments?

Thank you for your suggestions. I was looking at the Waldorf Stadium Apartment hotel. It's at 40 Beach Street. It seems like a good location. Anybody know about this property?

I will be staying in Auckland for 5 nights prior to a cruise on the Solstice. Any recommendations?