Do you feel confused when going to another country like America where you need to give tips? You don't know how much to give or how to give it? Read on👇
How much tips do you give? It depends on how expensive the restaurant/hotel is. Just follow the 15-20% standard.
Restaurant:
Waiter🍽️: 15-20% of the total bill (BEFORE tax) / 25% in a Michelin star restaurant.
Barista☕: leave some change or $1; in the tip jar (if you want)
Bartender🍻: $1 per drink, per round
Hotel:
Bellhop: $1-$2 per bag / $5 per bag (5-star hotel).
Doorman: $1-$2 if he performs a service (hails a taxi, gets your bags, etc).
Hotel maid: $1-$5 daily, depending on the hotel. Leave it in an envelope or with a note.
Room service🏨: $1-$2 per delivery. Tip even if a delivery service charge was added to your bill.
Transportation:
Taxi🚖: 10-20% of the fare
Shuttle: $2-5 per person
Remember:
(X) Ask for change
(O) Keep bills handy
(O) Research about the tipping policy before traveling
Listen to the BBC Talk on The art of tipping
What is the talk about?
Should you leave a cash tip or is a card just as good?
Do you prefer to pay a fixed service charge or do you think the whole thing is unnecessary?
What is the norm for tipping in London and New York?
What are some tacits that you know exists in your country?
If you go traveling, how do you know if you need to tip and for how much?
Three words you learned from the talk. Share the sentences with me in class!
Quick quiz:
If your total for a meal is $35, and you received excellent service, your tip would be ______?
A. $5
B. $5.50
C. $7
D. $9
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