No charge. Turtle Tips! The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Now on page 6 you've come back with many paragraphs of misleading information. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. I don't pass judgement on anyone who chooses not to tip but I resent being made to feel guilty for giving a few dollars to someone who has worked very hard for me and who makes near slave wages. . There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. Playa Paraiso. Playa Paraiso. Web cam live in playa del carmen beach!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Answer 41 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I also bring small gifts to give out. Answer 11 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I have read all about the food, rooms, pillows, drinks but Spa? We try to remember the fridge person. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. I don't pass judgement on anyone who chooses not to tip but I resent being made to feel guilty for giving a few dollars to someone who has worked very hard for me and who makes near slave wages. Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). Why on earth would they transfer one of their best employees from their flagship resort? Thank you for any help! I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. Where to have taxi drop off in PDC/5th Ave? There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. Was I reading too much into it when you said "GOOD BYE"? We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Thank you all for sharing - for some reason I was not notified of the answers in the email after the first reply, and I only got to read it all now! AKUMAL BAY: How do I get there? Believe he is now at either the Maya or Lindo. just came back from the grand hotel paraiso,we tipped mostly breakfast,2 dollars, lunch mostly 3 dollars,and the spec rest,depense karim at the italian was perfect we gave him 10 dollars,the jappanees 5 dollars,and in the lobbybar 5 dollars as we left for dinner,after a couple off drinks.the cleaninglady total 20 dollars, and turndouwn 5 dollars.butler 10 dollars and bellman 5 dollars . Answer 41 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. When people rant, rave and write opinions as fact, I find it hard to do so. also you have to fill out a firm when you are at the grand off the end of your vacation with a lot off qestion the are offten asked for a name off the emplo, who did a great job for you when you were on vac. We usually tip as we go along, the same as Actran tipping the maids morning and night turndown usually 50 pesos, with more given personally on the day we leave. starf told us the names who are doining a great job they are getting an exstra bonus off the end of the month. I can see both sides of the argument made here - I wish too there was not tipping culture, instead I would prefer to pay more for the service upfront.. but when the precedent is there, what are you going to do? Welcome to Iberostar Playa Paraso Golf Club, a stunning location surrounded by nature, exotic animals and ancient ruins. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. Iberostar Paraiso Maya or Riu Palace Riviera Maya? Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Resort First Timers - See 9,286 traveller reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Playa Paraiso, Mexico, at Tripadvisor. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. . Answer 31 of 35: My aunt and I (spanish speaking New Yorkers) arrived at IGP yesterday, Monday, as the third and final leg of our Mexican trip to celebrate my 50th birthday. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. Perhaps they have become accustomed to the *big* tippers and only concentrate on them. However, when your gratuity is included at a resort then why do you also feel it is necessary to pay several dollars each time a service is rendered? I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Re: how much to tip at iberostar grand? It is a wide practice in Europe that the gratuity is included in your bill but also customary to leave a few coins at the table. How do I know they don't really make a ton of money as opposed to what they say they get? This is certainly acceptable. At Iberostar, it appears that tipping has become the norm even though we are already paying for it. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I also think it is tacky to pick on a 79 year old man for sharing his experience and opinion. This is certainly acceptable. He was incredibly busy, but still made us feel like he had all the time in the world for us. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. I think we can agree to disagree on that one. We are quite naive tippers, so maybe we do over tip (sorry) but when the service is so good and friendly we feel it's deserved. Thank you for any help! Alternatively, you may use, Iberostar Grand Rose Hall Questions & Answers. They prefer for the guests to pay their help. What will the Weather be Like When I Visit? more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. You can disagree with his opinion but do you have to be nasty to the person. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-116343397', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand can use the facilities at the other 4 resorts. 3) Your latest post says only a couple people get some type of "bonus". If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. I took $400 for tipping for good service but I found you only got the service after a tip, so i didnt use it all. Answer 1 of 6: What about the spa? Little did I know that in answering *APRATA's* question, I would ignite such a hotbed of protest. what is a decent tip? the question is "to eat or not to eat.". It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice. Also, I am a little concerned that you "are getting a bit hot under the collar - and that is something that is NOT wanted in this forum". An employee perphaps? . HONEYMOON Hotels & Resorts: Playa & Beyond, Ocean trips (Catamarans, fishing , Jet Skis and more, Browse all 123,480 Playa del Carmen topics . Thank you very much, that is very helpful! Dont forget to tip the bellboys. what is a decent tip? Oh, I forgot how many mansions I saw them living in. Need singles as well. My co-workers and superiors are finding these comments quite interesting. what is a decent tip? The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. You almost got it right. As a travel agent, I have read your question and was concerned at the responses you were getting. Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Hotels Iberostar Grand Paraiso 9,267 reviews #1 of 6 all-inclusives in Playa Paraiso Save Share Avenida Del Sol 309 Carretera Chetumal - P. Juarez, Km. Coming from the uk we tip what we feel is right for the service and it's usually 5-10, but if Florida if you didn't make it at least 15% you got very strange looks! ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8469969', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airfare, transfers, hotel, taxes, meals, non-motorized watersports, and GRATUITIES are included. Dear guest, We would like first of all to thank you for your great review of your stay with us at Iberostar Grand Paraiso. As I said, please do so discreetly. This time we have found a cheaper rate on Orbitz and Travelocity - I am leary of booking by this. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? The Iberostar staff are so wonderful, they make our holiday even more special, so what's the problem with giving a little extra directly to the people who have cared for you? any advice would be. I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in Canada. Answer 71 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. We also tipped the Butler as and when he did things for us . just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). more. This thread is almost as good and controversial as the tipping threads on cruisecritic.com!!!! Last time, we tipped Victor $20 at the beginning, and then tipped him as he did various things for us (golf cart rides, etc.) I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). and another $20 at the end. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. but you are there in dec ,so you will see for your relves ,its a great resort ,with a lot off good empol, so you can tip a lot if you want. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo 8,953 Reviews View Hotel Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar 7,344 Reviews View Hotel Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen The Grand Mayan at Vidanta Riviera Maya 6,565 Reviews View Hotel Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya Mayan Palace Riviera Maya 5,687 Reviews View Hotel We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? On my last day I left small Thank You cards for the wonderful Star Team members and the staff working at the towel hut who I made good friends with during my two week stay. over a year ago GlobeTrot. Answer 1 of 26: On Tripadvisor's Playa Paraiso travel forum, travellers are asking questions and offering advice on topics like "What is in the minibar at the grand?". When you go to a restaurant here and the tip is added on, THEY DO GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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