This thread is almost as good and controversial as the tipping threads on cruisecritic.com!!!! We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). 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. Thank you very much, that is very helpful! . It just seems like you're the one who's getting a bit worked up about the subject. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice. We tell our clients of this hassle free vacation and they go there only to feel uncomfortable because they see other guests tipping and it makes them look cheap. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages more. The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. Just returned from Iberostar Grand Any Questions? We tip on par with what Andrea does, with the exception of Rene. You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. Alternatively, you may use. This is not the environment we want for our clients. If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. We always tip in the restaurants and at the bars as well. I also think it is tacky to pick on a 79 year old man for sharing his experience and opinion. I wasn't going to weigh in with my opinion, but - what the heck? Guest at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Thank you very much, that is very helpful! You could do a search as well. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages When you say the difference is that the gratuity is "included", yes, it TECHNICALLY is. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Pari dice re invented - See 9,287 traveller reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso at Tripadvisor. Iberostar Grand Paraiso, Playa Paraiso: Bekijk 9.285 beoordelingen, 13.626 foto's en aanbiedingen voor Iberostar Grand Paraiso, gewaardeerd als nr.1 van 14 hotels in Playa Paraiso en geclassificeerd als 5 van 5 bij Tripadvisor. Thank you for any help! You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. It doesn't help anybody. I believe his writing style is different than us junior members of tripadvisor and that is why he said good bye. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Pari dice re invented - See 9,287 traveler reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso at Tripadvisor. A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). Paradisus La Esmeralda / La Perla any updates ? It is already paid for! When people rant, rave and write opinions as fact, I find it hard to do so. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. Thinking that the Iberostar chain is going to give any of what we pay, beyond the worker's paltry wages, is pure justification fantasy. Riviera Maya, up to 30% off! more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. 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. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Iberostar Grand Parisio is the best hotel we have ever experienced. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. I'm sorry that it has offended you. . A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. more. Some refer to it as trolling. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. Of course, once this practice gets started, it does affect YOUR service. Everyone has different monetary amounts they like to leave and that is up to you. 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 . Really, isn't one of the great things about an AI is that you don't need to and aren't expected to tip? I have read all about the food, rooms, pillows, drinks but Spa? Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. We can all have differing points of view, can't we? 3) Your latest post says only a couple people get some type of "bonus". We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Dye designed this magnificent place . Grand ADULTS ONLY All Inclusive Sustainability Hotel No. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? 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. Not to mention the employees, understandably, favor those tippers. . This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. We leave money each day for housekeeping since you might not have the same housekeeper each day. over a year ago GlobeTrot. Thanks for your help! Playa Paraiso. If your going soon. . In Canada , and as I have learned from this forum in Europe, tips are presented for exceptional service when at an all-inclusive resort. Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). As I said, please do so discreetly. and if the service is good, food ectra,than i think pers you tip .the all will appreciat it.and to the travelag, we do tip in europe if you go out for a nice dinner,ore a drink in the bar you always gife a euro. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Accommodation The whole idea of an all inclusive is the ease of it. 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. Just returned from Iberostar Grand Any Questions? Need singles as well. It is like beating a dead horse. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). Gimmie a break! It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. 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. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? aprata - When are you going? If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). Alternatively, you may use. Adults????? I guess you e-mailed your close resort manager friends today, to get this wealth of info and insight. I can only summize that the people who ARE tipping were not aware of this or think they will get better service if they do. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Well, you're not the only one who speaks to employees of these resorts and I've never heard your version or anything close to it. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? 2) You also mentioned you rarely tip, because the resort has included a gratuity in your bill, which is passed on the employees. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! No it is "The Rene" that I am talking about .Lets just say: Sometimes people are better waiters than Captains.That small bit of power can change a person real fast.. Snoebel, that's right-I almost forgot, at Sandals they reward their staff with gifts. An employee perphaps? i've read a bunch of posts on who to tip, but haven't seen a lot of info on how much to tip each person. This is what I tip for good service at an AI: $1USD for each round of drinks, $3 at a buffet, $5 for full service breakfast or lunch, $10 at dinner, $5 each morning for housekeeping, $2 for turndown service, $1 for person stocking drinks in the room, $1 per bag for bellman. z2589, it isn't polite to post to a thread with a condesending attitude, with the sole purpose of stirring the pot. Playa Paraiso. I base it on service. Perhaps they have become accustomed to the *big* tippers and only concentrate on them. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. GOOD BYE --- JOHN TAYLOR ". You can be "number 4" or any other number you choose. For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. 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. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. He was there on Andrea's last visit. A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. Playa Paraiso. You're sharing your opinions and others are doing the same. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. You can use them. He is someones Grandfather and maybe even Great-grandfather!!! starf told us the names who are doining a great job they are getting an exstra bonus off the end of the month. What is there to do? I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. Gimmie a break! . COZUMEL: How do I get there on the ferry? We first encountered the full force of tipping when we went to Florida (2001), where we felt that it was expected of us and that it had to be 15% or more! They prefer for the guests to pay their help. Playa Paraiso. Again!!! A complimentary comment to the management could aid in them being compensated even more in the form of raised pay or promotion. 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. You don't know and if their situation was as dismal as people make it out to be then why would anyone work there? I also bring small gifts to give out. There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. Unlimited Vacation Club - Secrets Maroma Beach. "Maybe it is time to put this subject to bed and move on to other things as it has been beaten to death .and some people are getting a bit hot under the collar -and that is something that is NOT wanted in this forum . at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? more. I know in a past posting you just about ordered all of us to stop this discussion but who made you the boss? 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. Book Iberostar Grand Paraiso, Playa Paraiso on Tripadvisor: See 9,285 traveler reviews, 13,626 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso, ranked #1 of 14 hotels in Playa Paraiso and rated 5 of 5 at Tripadvisor. At Iberostar, it appears that tipping has become the norm even though we are already paying for it. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. No charge. I didn't realise that there was such a problem with tipping until this thread. Turtle Tips! This is equivalent to $129.00 dollars of their currency (1=129). I will no longer try to *educate* the public as to why these practices can have a negative result. I am looking for a higher end hotel with emphasis on service, cleanliness and spa. everybody take a chill pill mr taylor is as stated in one of his posts 79 years old so give him a break he may not have all his faculties. aprata - When are you going? They deserve it! Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages The resort is surrounded by mangroves and rain forest, and the grounds are beautifully cared for, with an eye to protecting the native wildlife. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Where you so graciously oblige them. for the maids, is $2 per day ok? I used to leave $4 a day for the maid but even that failed top get the fridge topped up on regualar basis. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? Playa Paraiso. I try to be as discrete as possible, tend to palm the tip and pass it in a hand shake. The renowned golf course architect P.B. ", "I also think it is tacky to pick on a 79 year old man for sharing his experience and opinion.". If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. We only use pesos. This site is about finding help and helping others in their travels. We only left a $5 tip. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Search for the cheapest hotel deal for Iberostar Grand Paraiso in Playa del Carmen. 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? The next time that we went he was so proud to show off his new watch. If you stay at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? . If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Although it is not necessary to tip they do appreciate it and I feel good service should be recognised. They prefer for the guests to pay their help. 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? No one will tell me not to tip though. Thank you for any help! When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. I think tipping is very cultural and most people from the US are used to tipping for good service. Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Flights to Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Restaurants Playa Paraiso Attractions Playa Paraiso Travel Forum Playa Paraiso Photos Playa Paraiso Map Playa Paraiso Guide All Playa Paraiso Hotels; Playa Paraiso Hotel Deals; Last Minute Hotels in Playa Paraiso I'll paste 50 dollar bills to my forehead if I want to! They deserve it! taxi from cancun airport to iberostar lindo? Thank you for any help! I am not condoning a *no tipping* policy, merely advising when it is necessary and when it is not. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Resort First Timers - See 9,286 traveller reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Playa Paraiso, Mexico, at Tripadvisor. Re: how much to tip at iberostar grand? . More to the point, your latest post didn't say anything about a resort giving a set portion/percentage of my resort fees to the workers. In my experience, most employees where we have stayed in PDC are very grateful and gracious when you give them a tip. Where to have taco drop off for PDC shopping? Thank you for any help! One night at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! If you don't want to tip that's fine--and believe me there are a lot more people who don't tip at all than people who do. It isn't about imposing one's will on the masses. We never forget the person who stocks the fridge. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. How do you even know what they are paid in salary? The whole idea of an all inclusive is the ease of it. Playa Paraiso. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. Report inappropriate content 1-10 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? It is very obvious to me that we are seeing an issue from completely different sides because of our very different life experiences. Thanks for your comments. It really is nice to see the programs that these companies have to reward their employees that go above and beyond, kind of like ours here. Playa Paraiso. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. Iberostar Paraiso Maya Resort is a major five-hotel complex at Playa Paraiso in Playa del Carmen on Mexico's Mayan Riviera, located 30 minutes south of the Cancun airport. I have not heard from *aprata* so perhaps they agree with you. This is not the environment we want for our clients. 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. any advice would be appreciated! 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. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? did you also know that when its slow season that employees are asked to take time off from work without pay to avert layoffs that is a fact and i will bet the price of a weeks vacation at the grand for two anybody to prove me wrong. Spent about 100 dollars or so. WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice. oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. BUT, the workers DON'T GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am stunned by some of the postings that people have made in the last few days. Taking 2 daughters with me (ages 22 and 26) so don't want to be with only honeymooners. oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We had one bartender that was phenomenal and we wrote a nice letter about him. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. Must add, although we tipped, some did not. I also tIpped the shuttle drivers $2-3 dollars every time I needed a ride as I was staying in building 70 on the oceanfront and it was a long walk to the main areas of the resort. 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. "In parts of the USA tipping must be much more common.". Put it to rest and get on with your lives and stop insulting each other. If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. Iberostar Grand Paraiso vs. Playa Paraiso. How do I know they don't really make a ton of money as opposed to what they say they get? Thank you for any help! Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? But we actually use the stuff so little, we don't always remember. Iberostar Grand Paraiso 9,282 reviews #1 of 6 all-inclusives in Playa Paraiso Save Share Avenida Del Sol 309 Carretera Chetumal - P. Juarez, Km. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? See if you can follow 1) Earlier you told us that you always receive great service. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). Last time, we tipped Victor $20 at the beginning, and then tipped him as he did various things for us (golf cart rides, etc.) Of course, once this practice gets started, it does affect YOUR service. Thank you very much, that is very helpful! I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. Tipping! Not being travel savy we booked the first trip through a local national travel agency. Bellhop, room service, cleaning service, turndown service/mini bar, restaurants, bartenders, etc. He probably ended up with $50, but we doled it out as we went along. . This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-41276140', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand and tipped almost everyone similar to Andrea, but we also tipped the person who refilled the fridge 50 pesos every few days and the concierge 50 pesos when we booked the al a cartes. In parts of the USA tipping must be much more common. Playa Paraiso. I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Dont forget to tip the bellboys. taxi from cancun airport to iberostar lindo? Aren't they just doing their JOB? After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! What is it like can you use the roman bath, sauna and spa pool without extra charges. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? 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. Believe he is now at either the Maya or Lindo. $499 per night (Latest starting price for this hotel). When everyone gets tired of it, that's when it will stop. And especially your room maid. Alternatively, you may use. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Thank you for any help! The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. It was great to not have to worry about money the entire trip, and that's why we chose an all-inclusive in the first place. I myself though take $2.00 and $1.00 bills. 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.
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