Cash needed on cruise?

[minniemom2009]

I know the cruise is a "cashless" society for the most part, but are there any times when we would need it? I want to make sure I bring enough along. I know we'll have the tip the porters, so I'm planning for that.

 

I am going to get some traveler's cheques for any expenses in Bermuda (our only stop).

 

Is there any other reason I would need cash? TIA!!

[Gonzo70]

I bring cash to tip room service, tip tour guides, and give extra cash to room steward/waiter if I feel they deserve more than the standard tip. I also bring cash for the casino so I don't have to pay the 3% fee.

[Moondawgie]

Gonzo or anyone - is there at ATM on board (is there a fee?).

[cb at sea]

If you plan to tip at the end of the cruise in cash, then you will need it for that. You will need cash for the porters, when you board ...$1-2 per bag is sufficient. Room service delivery folks are tipped in cash. Everything else (except for gambling money!!!) can be put on your account, generally backed by a credit card. So, you won't need to be carrying wads of cash around the ship with you!

[snausman]

Gonzo or anyone - is there at ATM on board (is there a fee?).

 

Yes there is but sorry I don't know the fee for them.

[gerif]

Yes there is but sorry I don't know the fee for them.

 

Not sure about the ATM, but the casino charges 3%.

[jcamber]

I booked my excursions on my own and as those require cash payments, I had to bring cash. Cash is also golden when on port and trying to get around, eat and buy souvenirs :)

[Gonzo70]

Gonzo or anyone - is there at ATM on board (is there a fee?).

 

I think I heard someone say the fee is $8, but I don't know for sure. You can withdraw cash for 3% charge at casino, so if it is a small transaction you'd be better of doing that than the ATM. If you are withdrawing a few hundred, the ATM might be cheaper.

[Moondawgie]

Thanks for your replies.