The renowned golf course architect P.B. And especially your room maid. Re: tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso, Get answers to your questions about Playa Paraiso. The next time that we went he was so proud to show off his new watch. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. Playa Paraiso. Thank you for any help! Alternatively, you may use. Visitors will find rooms designed for luxury, including marble bathrooms . What is there to do? Playa Paraiso. Where you so graciously oblige them. I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages . . over a year ago GlobeTrot. You and I share totally differing opinions, but I don't feel like you are being disrespectful. Thank you for any help! The difference is this - Go to an AI and tipping is included or as we say the gratuity is automatically paid at the time of booking. An employee perphaps? For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? I know they say tipping is included but we always like to give a few bucks for service! What will the Weather be Like When I Visit? Playa Paraiso. Oh, I forgot how many mansions I saw them living in. 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. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House I will no longer try to *educate* the public as to why these practices can have a negative result. I still am adament that flashing cash in an obvious manner to bribe for service is just plain tacky! We use the water and sometimes the coke. A complimentary comment to the management could aid in them being compensated even more in the form of raised pay or promotion. 2) You also mentioned you rarely tip, because the resort has included a gratuity in your bill, which is passed on the employees. 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 for any help! Playa Paraiso. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Riviera Maya, up to 30% off! ), my newspaper delivery person, FEDEX man, UPS man, etc. We only use pesos. She remembered my 3 egg omelette ingredients after my first morning there. No charge. 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. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Iberostar Grand Parisio is the best hotel we have ever experienced. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Spent about 100 dollars or so. The whole idea of an all inclusive is the ease of it. Of course, once this practice gets started, it does affect YOUR service. They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? I will say that the reception and the entertainment staff were 5 star. For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? 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. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. I'm sure you are a very generous and thoughtful person. It just seems like you're the one who's getting a bit worked up about the subject. 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. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House Iberostar Grand Paraso hotel is designed with adults in mind. No! For those who don't tip and feel like their experience and service suffered make the management aware. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. 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. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. I think you're really beginning to understand that many people simply do not share your point of view and you're having a hard time dealing with it. Hiya, We've booked a family vacation to the Lindo in November to celebrate my Dad's birthday and my husbands 40th birthday. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-102138523', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Iberostar Grand Paraiso in March 2018 and I tipped as he did. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. Where you so graciously oblige them. I have been in the travel industry for over 30yrs and I know a *little* about how the industry works. You asked why, if the jobs were so bad, would anyone want them. The whole idea of an all inclusive is the ease of it. He's such a sweet man, and probably the best waiter we've had anywhere. Oh right, just "ok" employees get to stay, but at the bad employee's rate of pay and the ones who we all write wonderful letters about, get all the "tips". Alternatively, you may use. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. 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? It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? 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). I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! Playa Paraiso. more. I also think it is tacky to pick on a 79 year old man for sharing his experience and opinion. This is not the environment we want for our clients. Thank you for any help! If the service is the same that will be the last iberostar for me. . I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. This is why I am trying the grand parisio. i just want to say,thats allincl,meens sometimes,not always inc tips. "I think we can agree to disagree on that one. 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. you got it nothing beats a crowded bar or restaurant and not having to wait forever for what ever it is you need i have been a plumber for 33 years and during busy season my clients that pay faster or more prompt get the better service that is just a fact of life maybe the average joe cant comprehend that oh well hopetheir drink comes soon cause im on my second ha ha. This is equivalent to $129.00 dollars of their currency (1=129). I think it is fabulous that he is on a computer sharing his wealth of experience with us. 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. Gimmie a break! Their income greatly depends on it, as their salary is pretty small. BTW, even though your last post clearly demonstrates that most resort employees get bupkus, I think you fabricated most of your information to fit your OPINION. They deserve 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. See if you can follow 1) Earlier you told us that you always receive great service. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. Thank you for any help! . Report inappropriate content 1-10 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 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. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8909351', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand the week of Thanksgiving - I am counting the days.. thank you everyone for the advice! And, for as long as this particular thread has been winding along, you've never mentioned your "inside track" to the way it really works. So unless a resort forbids it I feel it is appropriate to tip for good service. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. But we actually use the stuff so little, we don't always remember. GOOD BYE --- JOHN TAYLOR ". at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? 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. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? Alternatively, you may use. 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. There's the DIFFERENCE. Dont forget to tip the bellboys. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? And especially your room maid. The only all-inclusive I've stayed at prohibited tips for these reasons. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? No one will tell me not to tip though. I'll paste 50 dollar bills to my forehead if I want to! This site is about finding help and helping others in their travels. 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. I also bring small gifts to give out. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages He's our Daniel, I guess. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Where you so graciously oblige them. The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. We tip on par with what Andrea does, with the exception of Rene. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). . They prefer for the guests to pay their help. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. All tips are very appreciated and dont forget your omelette maker. what is a decent tip? Iberostar Grand Paraiso vs. the question is "to eat or not to eat.". This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Again!!! I just don't understand what people don't get here. I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. Alternatively, you may use. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso 15 years ago Save We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I agree with poster RU-OK-2, I stayed for two weeks at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. 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 .
