Tipping is a matter of individual preference. A general rule of thumb is to plan for about 3.00 per person per day for your room steward and dining room waiter, and about half that amount for your busboy. Other shipboard personnel can be tipped for special services at your discretion. Nearly all cruise ships have laundry facilities and many provide dry-cleaning services. There is, however, an added charge for professional laundry and dry-cleaning services.
Many ships also have self-service launderettes.
Most lines will work with groups often at special rates depending on how many people are involved. Policies differ from company to company and sometimes during certain times of the year. Just consult your Cruise Line Associates travel agent for details. Just about every full-size ship has public rooms or a conference centre to offer as meeting space for groups. If you'd like to make such arrangements, ask your Cruise Line Associates travel agent to get in touch with the cruise line's group sales department to coordinate schedules and arrange for any catering needs.