michelle.zhang.90 Posted December 21, 2014 #1 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Just read a reply in another post mentioned first $3 a luggage when drop off then $5 a luggage. Is that a "standard" rate you would tip a porter? We will have 6 pieces luggage so that'll make 48 bucks tips in total, sounds like a lot to me. First time cruisers so would like to find out. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF - retired RRT Posted December 21, 2014 #2 Share Posted December 21, 2014 We usually tip $1/bag. You might want to give a little extra since you have so many bags, say $10. Once you have taken a few cruises you will discover you don't need more than 1 suitcase each (probably). Be sure ALL medications, electronics and anything valuable (like jewelry) are in your carry-on. If your luggage gets rained on or OOPS!! falls into the harbor they will be damaged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LMaxwell Posted December 21, 2014 #3 Share Posted December 21, 2014 $5 or $10 for all is plenty. No one tips $50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted December 21, 2014 #4 Share Posted December 21, 2014 One tip we learned from here it to cross pack your suitcases--some of my clothes, some of DH's in all of our checked bags. That way if one bag gets lost or delayed, one of you isn't totally without fresh clothes. We tip $1-2 per bag. I always carry lot of ones and fives for tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PekingeseLady Posted December 21, 2014 #5 Share Posted December 21, 2014 LMaxwell is correct. No one tips $50. I give the porter $5. We have 3 checked bags between the two of us. I still can not get DH down to one bag, LOL. He has to have that garment bag to hang all his shirts and Jacket in.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f1mauro Posted December 21, 2014 #6 Share Posted December 21, 2014 $1-$2 per bag will suffice. Personally, I found these unionized workers don't really do much anyways to warrant a tip. I mean, putting your bag on a trolley and moving quickly to the next person. The ones deserving the tips are the ship workers who lug your bags onto the ship and down the long corridors to your room. The only reason I leave them tips is because I have them print out my luggage tags by hand and they'll usually mutter something like "I hope you can take care of me for my trouble":rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandatsea Posted December 21, 2014 #7 Share Posted December 21, 2014 One tip we learned from here it to cross pack your suitcases--some of my clothes, some of DH's in all of our checked bags. That way if one bag gets lost or delayed, one of you isn't totally without fresh clothes. We tip $1-2 per bag. I always carry lot of ones and fives for tips. That is what we pay, plus always have small bills with you for tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr green Posted December 21, 2014 #8 Share Posted December 21, 2014 At Vancouver, D.T. dock, there were signs saying, 'Do not tip porters', or words to that effect. john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZbeachboy Posted December 21, 2014 #9 Share Posted December 21, 2014 I am in agreement with most here. I am usually around $1 per bag. I also stop and get a pocket of dollar bills before I leave home to have some tip money. Although that type of tipping is more inportant in Vegas. But we drive to most ports and stay the night. AS in Vegas some hotels have free valet parking as casino's do, but we tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpcanuck Posted December 21, 2014 #10 Share Posted December 21, 2014 $1-$2 is just fine. What I find astonishing was when I arrived at the Miami Port, I got off the bus (transfer from hotel to pier) and the porter was "leaning" against a trolley. The guy just stood there with his hand out waiting for tips, while we dragged our suitcases towards him and got them as close to the trolley as we could. He didn't move a muscle until the suitcase with practically on the trolley, and then and only then did he lift it onto the trolley. All the while stuffing multiple bills into his already overflowing pocket. Trust me, I will not pay more than $1-$2 for that kind of service. I just want to make sure my bag gets on the ship - it felt a bit like extortion to be quite honest! In Vancouver where there are signs to not tip - the porters were eagerly reaching out and helping guests, carry their luggage. Very different attitude! On the other hand, in Athens all the port staff were on strike so we had to lug our own luggage up the gangway and onto the ship. Not an easy task - and I would have gladly tipped someone to help me! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Stan (FKA Stan in Chicago) Posted December 21, 2014 #11 Share Posted December 21, 2014 HOW DO YOU TIP A PORTER? Push real hard on one side. If he doesn't tip over, repeat procedure! Sorry, I couldn't resist. Satn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted December 21, 2014 #12 Share Posted December 21, 2014 (edited) how do you tip a porter? Push real hard on one side. If he doesn't tip over, repeat procedure! Sorry, i couldn't resist. Satn Haha! :d Edited December 21, 2014 by shredie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpcanuck Posted December 21, 2014 #13 Share Posted December 21, 2014 HOW DO YOU TIP A PORTER? Push real hard on one side. If he doesn't tip over, repeat procedure! Sorry, I couldn't resist. Satn bahahaha!!!!! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smslms Posted December 22, 2014 #14 Share Posted December 22, 2014 You are a bad bad man.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Stan (FKA Stan in Chicago) Posted December 22, 2014 #15 Share Posted December 22, 2014 You are a bad bad man.:D Ha! I was so happy with my reply that I misspelled my name! Stan (not Satn) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfb4cruzing Posted December 22, 2014 #16 Share Posted December 22, 2014 (edited) beat me to it. Edited December 22, 2014 by golfb4cruzing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZbeachboy Posted December 22, 2014 #17 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Ha! I was so happy with my reply that I misspelled my name! Stan (not Satn) I thought that maybe satan was talking through you and he mispelled his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imtired1959 Posted December 22, 2014 #18 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Tipping? There was a longshoreman out of Miami that subtly implied that my luggage maybe would not make it to the ship unless I "tipped" him. He also agreed that $5 per bag would just about do it. I always tip for good service, but being told I needed to was over the top. Yes, I gave him $20 because I just did not want to deal with the alternative. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted December 22, 2014 #19 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Tipping? There was a longshoreman out of Miami that subtly implied that my luggage maybe would not make it to the ship unless I "tipped" him. He also agreed that $5 per bag would just about do it. I always tip for good service, but being told I needed to was over the top. Yes, I gave him $20 because I just did not want to deal with the alternative. Its very sad, but you were smart to pay the ransom as they can do some serious damage or make it disappear. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted December 22, 2014 #20 Share Posted December 22, 2014 You do not tip them at all. They are all overpaid union dock workers who make on a prorated weekly basis (although I realize that their actual hours are limited) through tips than you or I make. All they do is carry your luggage 2 feet from the the car to a dolly. After that, the crew is responsible for the luggage. If you want to tip someone who really works, tip the crew member who delivers the luggage. DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted December 22, 2014 #21 Share Posted December 22, 2014 You do not tip them at all. They are all overpaid union dock workers who make on a prorated weekly basis (although I realize that their actual hours are limited) through tips than you or I make. All they do is carry your luggage 2 feet from the the car to a dolly. After that, the crew is responsible for the luggage. If you want to tip someone who really works, tip the crew member who delivers the luggage. DON Yeah we know what they are and what they are supposed to do, but its what they can do that worries most. Try not tipping them the next time you sail from LA or Ft Laudedale. You may skate once but it will catch up. The crew is not responsible for the luggage and cannot touch the luggage until it enters the vessel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginabab Posted December 22, 2014 #22 Share Posted December 22, 2014 We tip $10 for 2 bags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
san diego sue Posted December 22, 2014 #23 Share Posted December 22, 2014 We have two bags total and I give $5.00. Call it security but worth the peace of mind.Our bags are small but probably wouldn't pass through the scanner at security, otherwise we would just take it on board ourselves. I would tip the person on board delivering our bags but the bags usually arrive when we aren't there and don't always come together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted December 22, 2014 #24 Share Posted December 22, 2014 The standard tip is $1-2 per bag... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TracieABD Posted December 22, 2014 #25 Share Posted December 22, 2014 We tip $1-3 per bag up to $10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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