Are we supposed to leave tips? Is it rude not too? Or personal preference? I have no problem doing it. Everyday? At end of the week?
Abd how much is fair? We're staying 9 nights in Kidani village.
Hi
@NicholeB630 !
Tipping is a very nice thing to do, and as have been mentioned also completely voluntary.
Although, to chime in with the rest here, it is always a nice thing to do out of courtesy, and especially since most Mousekeepers really do an outstanding job not only keeping it clean and fresh
(that's their job) but in many cases also provide that extra little touch as well. It could be anything from noticing that you leave something in the same place every day, and so place it on a coaster/small cloth or in another way
"pamper" you in that particular little detail.
Many may comment and even attach pictures of
Towel Animals (yeah that's a thing!) that the Mousekeeper has left for them.
Note! TA's are not always going to happen, and I would never count on getting one. That would only set someone up for an unnecessary minor disappointment, and here I am especially thinking about telling kids about them before hand.
But sometimes the Mousekeeper finds the time to leave one on your bed or in the bathroom/vanity area, and that's just the sweetest touch.
What can't be said enough is that if you want to tip, leave a little every day instead of a bigger tip at the last day. Because your Mousekeeper will most likely change during your stay
(yes even day by day), so just to be fair.
Another thing that I'd like to mention here, and you awesome crafty Disney Fans out there - this is in no way a jab or anything personal towards your awesome work and dedication.... But; if you are going to craft your own envelopes, cards or anything else to present with the tip. Please remember to keep it small enough! Yes, small enough and not fragile to be transported around the resort. It should preferably fit in the maid's working clothes pocket, or be able to ride along
(safely) on the trolley without obscuring the Mousekeeper from reaching what he or she needs to do the cleaning and refilling, and of course give room to collect other eventual little cards and envelopes along the way from other guests that have tipped as well.
But to boil it all down: Go ahead and tip if you feel like it.
*Edit: Minor spelling and autocorrect mishaps while typing.