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Originally Posted by Mike M
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Originally Posted by brewtown
I will preface by saying I always tip for good service and have prepaid tips on cruises several times.
I always have an issue as soon as you get to port. Is is necessary to tip the porter as they simply put your luggage on a cart? I have heard that if you don't they throw your luggage around,etc. Or the luggage won't get to your room,etc.
But I did hear that they were also paid very well on a salary and their wages were not tip reliant.
What are the thoughts on this.
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You are basically correct. Most of the porters are longshoremen making a few extra bucks. Longshoremen probably make more than most people taking the cruise.
Even with that I still give $1-$2 per bag. I never want to "irritate" a longshoremen. 
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Thanks Mike,you reiterated what I feel and I do the same thing...give a buck or 2 per bag. Just feels like extortion when I do it...but wouldn't want a bottle broke!lol
