Is there crew appreciation (gratuity/tip)?
Answer: Crew Appreciation is a daily (adjustable) amount added to your onboard account and pooled in order to recognize the many team members throughout our fleet who contribute to the guest experience.
For all sailings departing prior to February 14, 2024 as well as the 2024 Grand World Voyage and the 2024 Grand Australia & New Zealand Voyage, the daily Crew Appreciation is $16.00 USD* per guest per day for non-suite stateroom guests and USD $17.50* per guest per day for suite guests.
For sailings departing on or after February 14, 2024, the daily Crew Appreciation is $17.00 USD* per guest per day for non-suite stateroom guests and $19.00 USD* per guest per day for suite guests.
The Crew Appreciation charge is paid to Holland America Line team members and represents an important part of their compensation. An 18% service charge is automatically applied to all beverage purchases, bar retail items, specialty restaurant cover charges, all for-purchase a la carte menu items, and all Spa & Salon services. Local sales taxes are applied where required.
*The charges are subject to change without notice.