[Dixielandjazz] Tip Optional - Was Cruises

[Stephen G Barbone]

> "Robert S. Ringwald" <robert at ringwald.com> wrote (polite snip)


> Steve, If I am on a gig and booze is supplied, fine.  If not, and if  
> I want
> booze, then I will buy it myself.

Bravo, but that isn't relative to my point. <grin>

> BTW- The JazzSea Cruises are "Tip optional."

I don't think that's the case anymore. I heard they are now mandatory.  
(at least for
the musicians) And rightly so because the crew/staff are woefully  
underpaid. Those who cruise and do not tip are cheapskates.

Cheers,
Steve Barbone