What is your procedure for tipping on board?

Wondering what to tip on a cruise with Fred. Olsen? The good news is that gratuities are already included in your cruise fare, covering everyone from your cabin steward and dining team to bar staff and more. So there's no need to budget for or calculate tips during your holiday; we know from the kind feedback we receive just how much our crew contribute to your time on board.

To make things simple, gratuities are included in your cruise fare. This covers everyone from your cabin steward and dining team to bar staff and more, so there’s no need to budget for or calculate tips during your holiday.

There is no expectation to tip beyond what’s already included. However, if you feel you’ve received exceptional service and would like to show your appreciation with an additional voluntary tip or gift, you are very welcome to do so. This can be given directly to the crew member or via your on-board account.

Cruise tipping at a glance: what's included with Fred. Olsen

✔ Gratuities are included in your cruise fare
✔ No expectation to tip beyond what’s included
✔ Additional tipping for exceptional service is always gratefully received

Can you tip extra on a Fred. Olsen cruise?

Yes, additional tips for exceptional service are always gratefully received, and can be given directely to a crew member or via your on-board account.