Tipping In-room Babysitters? A question from an Aussie Mum

[ceejay3377]

Hi CC'ers,

 

As an experienced cruiser and long time member of these boards, I KNOW that a tipping thread can sometimes cause some controversy. However, I have done a search for my question and drawn a blank, so I'm going to risk it ...

 

We are cruising on Explorer in a week, and I have a question regarding in-room babysitting. Our 3yo is not eligible for kids club, as he is not 100% toilet trained. We are hoping to luck in with some in room babysitting for a few nights on our cruise. It is not a cheap option at around $20/hour and I was wondering if a tip to both carers at the end of the night is expected?

 

(As an Aussie, tipping is not really something that we do, and I don't want to accidently to upset or offend anyone).

 

Thanks :)

[cb at sea]

I would give them a few bucks...but they DO get that money that you pay...so don't go overboard with the tipping!

[ceejay3377]

I would give them a few bucks...but they DO get that money that you pay...so don't go overboard with the tipping!

 

Thanks for the reply cb. So would $5 each be OK? It seems like such a small amount, that I would hate to inadvertantly insult them ...

[lazydayz]

i think that would be fine. Many people would not tip babysitters.