Numerous others have told me that they indeed get the recommendations. But we always give our normal bartenders, restaurant staff, and room attendants extra tips!
The room attendants surpass expectations. Not unclean, just sloppy most of the time, although I try on three or four outfits before supper. Throughout the day, change clothes several times, etc. The room attendants truly make you feel cherished and always hang my stuff.
We often give the room attendants between $75 and $150, depending on how long the cruise is. We donated about $350 to the waiter and helper. For thirteen nights, he served our family of eight plus a toddler. and will frequently give $20 to outstanding bartenders.