| Princess gratuity rise

PRINCESS Cruises is raising the gratuity charge once again, effective for voyages departing on or after 15 Dec.

Guests in suites will be charged US$15.50pp, while US$14.50pp will be charged for mini-suites and club class, and US$13.50 per guest for interior, oceanview, and balcony staterooms.

This will be the second increase this year, with gratuities set at US$13.50 for pax in suites and US$12.95 in other categories on 01 Jan (CW 08 Oct 15).