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Tipping In Cambodia

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 27, 2014 | Cambodia |

Tipping in Cambodia isn’t a traditional custom, however tipping does go a long way due to the low wages. Even a dollar can be half a days wage for a Cambodian. So if you have a $1 or $2 to spare then a tip can go a long way and bring lots of smiles. Use our tipping guide below and only tip if the service is good, as you don’t want to encourage bad service. That goes for anywhere in the world! Taxis: For pre-negotiated prices you don’t need to tip. If the driver did an outstanding job then rounding up will bring a smile. If you have a driver for the whole day then a small tip is warranted assuming he did a good job. Hotels: If a bellboy or staff goes above and beyond then a small tip may be warranted. Also a $1 on the pillow for the maid can go along way. Restaurants: Restaurants catered to westerners will expect a tip. Here a 5-10% tip should be added if service was good. Bars: Like restaurants, bars that catered to westerners will expect a tip. Here a 5-10% tip should be added if service was good. Other: Since tipping isn’t common in Cambodia there is a lot of debate on when its required. We think that if someone provides a service...

Tipping In Hungary

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 25, 2014 | Hungary |

Tipping in Hungary is someone what common, but don’t let that stop you from exploring Budapest and the other amazing cities in Hungary. In fact, Hungary is home of over one thousand thermal springs which most have been turned to baths and spas. Visitors rush to Budapest to see the sites and experience all the baths the city has to offer. Use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip and how much on your travels! Taxis: Tipping taxi drivers is expected. 10% would be a normal tip where 15% would be an exceptional tip. Hotels: You should tip the bell boy HUF 200-300 per bag and the housekeeping HUF 200-300 per night. Restaurants: First make sure service isn’t included on your bill. If it isn’t then you should tip 10% of the bill, 15% for exceptional service. You should also never leave the tip on the table, it should be handed directly to the waiter when paying. Otherwise this is considered rude. Bars: Like restaurants you should make sure service isn’t included on the bill. If it isn’t then you should tip 10% of the total directly to the bar tender. Other: Besides what was mentioned above don’t feel the need to tip anywhere else on your travels. If you do come across a place where tipping may be required...

Tipping In India

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 24, 2014 | India |

Tipping In India can be overwhelming as it doesn’t really have a tipping tradition. However, with that said tipping is expected from you as a tourist. In fact, it’s usually frowned upon if you don’t tip while in some of the more tourist populated areas! So use our tipping guide below and see how much you should tip and when you should tip on your travels in India. Taxis: It is not expected, but you can round up the fare to make it easier. Hotels: You should tip about 20-30 rupees per bag to the bell boy, or anyone who helps you with your bag on your travels. Restaurants: You might see a 10% service charge added to the bill in some higher end restaurants. If the service charge isn’t on the bill then 5-10% is appropriate and should be given directly to the waiter. Bars: Similar to restaurants, you may see a service charge on the bill of about 10%. If not then you can give the bar tender 5-10% but this isn’t required. Other: You should also tip your guides and drivers when taking tours. A 200 rupee tip for a guide and about half that for the driver is a good tip for a day long tour. A group tour would be about a quarter of that...

Tipping In Taiwan

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 24, 2014 | Taiwan |

Tipping in Taiwan isn’t customary, however as more and more people visit the tipping culture has increased. The east coast of Taiwan has some of the most amazing landscapes and really is a place to see. If you are into hiking then areas around Hualien offer some amazing views. Be prepared on your trip in Taiwan and use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip and when you shouldn’t. Taxis: Not required and could be considered insulting to some. Hotels: In very high end western hotels you may be expected to tip. This would be a few dollars a for the bell hop if they were to help you with your bags. Otherwise tipping is not required. Restaurants: In high end western restaurants you may be expected to tip. This should be about 10-15% of the total bill. You should check to see if you are paying for a service charge though. In normal restaurants tipping is not required or necessary, though some change goes a long way. Bars: Similar to restaurants, you should only expect to tip in high end bars. This should be about 10% of the bill, service may already be included though so please check. Other: The only time you should expect to tip is when you are in high end restaurants or bars that are...

Tipping In Laos

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 24, 2014 | Laos |

Tipping in Laos is not customary, but it is sometimes seen. Laos is becoming a popular holiday spot for many in the recent years. Laos offers some amazing landscapes and is the home of very friendly people. Use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip and when you shouldn’t! Taxis: Not required as you will likely negotiate the fare before hand. If you don’t then simply round up. Hotels: A tip is not expected in hotels. If the bell boy goes out of his way with your bags then $1-2 is appropriate. However, it is not expected. Restaurants: In high end western restaurants you may be expected to tip. This should be about 10% of the total bill. You should check to see if you are paying for a service charge though. In normal restaurants tipping is not required or necessary. Bars: Tipping in bars is not expected. If you are in a high end western bar you may see a service charge on the bill though. Other: The only other place you may want to tip is when doing a tour. You should only tip if you had an enjoyable time and the guide and/or driver went above and beyond. If that’s the case then $3-5 is an acceptable tip....

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