What time do the pools and the beach close at the Iberostar Grand ? How can you say the difference is just cheap, cheap, cheap?
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Forum Iberostar Grand Paraiso - Riviera Maya, Iberostar Grand Paraiso All 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 at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. i just want to say,thats allincl,meens sometimes,not always inc tips. Gimmie a break! As a travel agent, I have read your question and was concerned at the responses you were getting. I know in a past posting you just about ordered all of us to stop this discussion but who made you the boss? The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! Email for Advanced Restaurant Reservations and Room Preferen, Iberostar Grand Paraso vs Haven Riviera Cancun. 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. 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? 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. How is the beach at Iberostar Paraiso resorts? No one will tell me not to tip though. - See 9,286 traveler reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso at Tripadvisor. Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages Flights to Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Restaurants Playa Paraiso Attractions Playa Paraiso Travel Forum Playa Paraiso Photo Playa Paraiso Map Playa Paraiso Guide All Playa Paraiso Hotels; Playa Paraiso Hotel Deals; Last Minute Hotels in Playa Paraiso No one will tell me not to tip though.
Iberostar Grand Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Message Board - Tripadvisor If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). 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.
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more. Again!!! I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips.
), my newspaper delivery person, FEDEX man, UPS man, etc. Truthfully, I can't believe I'm spending so much time on this but I haven't been this annoyed in a while. Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). 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. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Iberostar Paraiso Maya or Riu Palace Riviera Maya? You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. Bellhop, room service, cleaning service, turndown service/mini bar, restaurants, bartenders, etc. . I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. 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'm finding that most people are missing my point on tipping at an all inclusive and IN their protests to my advise, they are actually PROVING my point. Just returned from Iberostar Grand Any Questions? It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? What people decide to do outside of this advise is their own business. My co-workers and superiors are finding these comments quite interesting. Oh, I forgot how many mansions I saw them living in.
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Forum To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. 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! $499 per night (Latest starting price for this hotel). To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). any advice would be. Last time, we tipped Victor $20 at the beginning, and then tipped him as he did various things for us (golf cart rides, etc.) Thank you for any help! 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. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good).
restauraunt suggestions at iberostar paraiso beach Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House What restaurants are at IB Lindo/Maya and what are the hours? Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House Alternatively, you may use. Playa Paraiso. Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. An employee perphaps? I have received some of the best service ever in my life at resorts in Mexico and I just wouldn't have felt right not leaving a tip. It doesn't help anybody. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip?
What is tipping "policy" at Iberostar Grand? And - Tripadvisor Thank you for any help! You almost got it right. more. 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. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. And especially your room maid. Thank you for any help! GOOD BYE --- JOHN TAYLOR ". what is a decent tip? 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". Alternatively, you may use. Welcome to Iberostar Playa Paraso Golf Club, a stunning location surrounded by nature, exotic animals and ancient ruins. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good.
Iberostar Grand Paraiso from $61. Playa del Carmen Hotel Deals 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. . aprata - When are you going? Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? what is a decent tip? . 309, Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen 77710 Mexico 011 34 971 99 80 61 Visit hotel website Check In / / Check Out / / Guests Hotel direct offer!
IBEROSTAR GRAND PARAISO (Playa Paraiso, Mexico) - foto's, reviews en I found the service so good I wanted to tip. 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. Of course, once this practice gets started, it does affect YOUR service. If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. 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. This is not the environment we want for our clients. I will no longer try to *educate* the public as to why these practices can have a negative result. 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.
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Forum Thank you very much, that is very helpful! Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Thanks for your help! I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. the question is "to eat or not to eat.". They deserve it! 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. I learned not to tip the butler at the beginning, after my very first trip. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. 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. It just seems like you're the one who's getting a bit worked up about the subject. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. 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. 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. I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar: 40th B-day Vacation - Read 7,346 reviews, view 7,121 traveller photos, and find great deals for Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar at Tripadvisor. . oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Staying at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? They deserve it! . How do you even know what they are paid in salary? oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. A complimentary comment to the management could aid in them being compensated even more in the form of raised pay or promotion. I'm sure you are a very generous and thoughtful person. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. Their income greatly depends on it, as their salary is pretty small. I'm willing to be that no, most people don't. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. 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 . at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? Local Restaurants? Where you so graciously oblige them. There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. What restaurants are at IB Lindo/Maya and what are the hours? This is not MY opinion, it is just the answer to the question of tipping at an all inclusive. Thank you very much, that is very helpful! z2589, it isn't polite to post to a thread with a condesending attitude, with the sole purpose of stirring the pot. How do you know what the workers get in tips that are pre-paid? You posted with this righteous fierceness that kind of came across like your way is the only way. I find tipping and knowing what to tip very awkward I stayed at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). Gimmie a break! Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? All tips are very appreciated and dont forget your omelette maker. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? 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 . You and I share totally differing opinions, but I don't feel like you are being disrespectful. Playa Paraiso. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages what is a decent tip? To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript.
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Forum Need singles as well. 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. Looking for best beach in Playa Del Carmen. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States.
Pools at Iberostar Grand - Playa Paraiso Forum - Tripadvisor 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. 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. Where you so graciously oblige them. I agree with poster RU-OK-2, I stayed for two weeks at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. . Drinks $2 Unless it's Daniel at the pool bar and then $5. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. It isn't about imposing one's will on the masses. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. An employee perphaps? 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. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). . Playa Paraiso. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-116342987', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand, can you use the Water Park and Wave Pool at the Lindo or is there a charge? My wife also likes spinning so she is wondering if any spinning classes are offered there as well. But we actually use the stuff so little, we don't always remember. 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. Thanks for your comments. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! 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. Where to have taxi drop off in PDC/5th Ave? Thank you for any help! We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. 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. I was wondering if someone can give me some insights on the sports facilities of the del Mar - condition of the gym, tennis courts, etc. 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. Answer 1 of 6: What about the spa? It is very obvious to me that we are seeing an issue from completely different sides because of our very different life experiences. The only problem I can see is if extra tipping becomes expected by the employees and they hold it against non-extra tippers.
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Forum Alternatively, you may use. AKUMAL BAY: How do I get there? Therefore, you have access to everything in the entire complex included. 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. You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. But if the waiter is busy we will tuck it under the plate (don't shoot me!). This is certainly acceptable. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Web cam live in playa del carmen beach!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Unlimited Vacation Club - Secrets Maroma Beach. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? and another $20 at the end. I haven't been there yet, but I'm glad to know because I never would have guessed that tipping was expected at an all-inclusive. During his life experiences, he should have learned to temper his words better and talk to people like he would like to be talked to. 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. She remembered my 3 egg omelette ingredients after my first morning there. what is a decent tip? Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages . 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. 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).
Pari dice re invented - Review of Iberostar Grand Paraiso This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in United Kingdom. Perhaps they have become accustomed to the *big* tippers and only concentrate on them. Before going i read the reviews on tipping, I found that I was being ignored quite a lot it even got to the stage where other customers were sending the barstaff over to me. Gimmie a break! Playa Paraiso. We bring plenty of 5s and 1s and tip regularly and well no matter the resort, as long as service levels justify it. Excellence Riviera Cancun, Difference between Iberostar Paraiso Lindo vs Maya. Dont forget to tip the bellboys. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Hiya, We've booked a family vacation to the Lindo in November to celebrate my Dad's birthday and my husbands 40th birthday. When you go to a restaurant here and the tip is added on, THEY DO GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 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. more. . Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Thank you for any help! thats why you must fill out the form. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. the starfriends gets more %, because the are working different hours. Other than them I usally do not tip at an AI. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso That being said, I do leave a couple of bucks for the maids as my kids are pigs!!! Get answers to your questions about Playa Paraiso. You really don't "need" to tip anywhere-no one will ever hold a gun to your head if you stiff your waiter (maybe they would) here in the U.S. but how many of you who say tipping isn't necessary at an AI would dream of doing that here?
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Message Board I believe his writing style is different than us junior members of tripadvisor and that is why he said good bye. Thank you for any help!
Iberostar Paraiso del Mar - Sports Facilities - Riviera Maya Forum The next time that we went he was so proud to show off his new watch. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. This is equivalent to $129.00 dollars of their currency (1=129). Pools usually close around sundown so they can clean them. The Mayan Riviera is a wildly popular vacation area and Playa del Carmen is a hotspot with many all-inclusive resorts. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice.
tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso - Playa Paraiso Forum Playa Paraso is an extraordinary place where you will find lush jungle vegetation and some of the world's most famous archaeological sites. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. Report inappropriate content 51-60 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip?
Iberostar Grand Paraiso - Riviera Maya, Iberostar Grand Paraiso All They deserve it! The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules.