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Tipping In Niger

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 22, 2014 | Niger |

Tipping in Niger often goes a long way due to the low wages. Niger is home of West Africa’s last remaining wild Giraffe herd. While traveling should be done with caution it still is a lovely country to see and explore. Use our tipping guide to figure out when you should and shouldn’t tip. Taxis: You should round up or give up to 10% for your ride. Hotels: You may see a service charge on your hotel bill, but tipping goes a long way to the staff if they go above and beyond. Restaurants: You may see a service charge on your restaurant bill but are expected to tip another 10%. Bars: You may see a service charge on your bar bill but are expected to tip another 10%. Other: When doing a tour you should tip about 10% of the total to the guide. Then another 5% to the...

Tipping In Albania

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 22, 2014 | Albania |

Tipping in Albania is becoming more common as more people travel to the diverse country. Albania is full of amazing castles and beautiful coast lines. Add Albania to your travel list to explore all its amazing views. As you travel use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip on your travels through Albania. Taxis: Not common but rounding up the fair is generous. Hotels: It is not common to tip hotel staff, however if someone was to help you with your bags then you should tip 100-200 LEK. Restaurants: It is common to round up the fair. You should aim to leave about 5-10% depending on service. Bars: No need to tip unless you have someone taking your order. If so then you should tip 5-10%. Other: Tipping in Albania is becoming a bit more common as the western world begins to explore. However, its not necessary to tip 15+%! Keep this in mind as you travel around Albania....

Tipping In Luxembourg

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 21, 2014 | Luxembourg |

Tipping In Luxembourg can be a bit common which is a surprise compared to the rest of the EU. Even though Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries of the European Union it doesn’t mean it isn’t well traveled. It is a great vacationing spot and is traveled by many. When visiting Luxembourg you should know who to tip and when. Use our tipping guide on your travels to enjoy the most out of Luxembourg. Taxis: Drivers will expect about a 10% tip. Usually you can just round up to meet this though. Hotels: Tipping is normally expected in hotels if the service is good. 1-2 Euros for the bell boy and 2-3 Euros a night for the maid staff. This can be left on the bed nightstand every night. Restaurants: A 15% service is usually added to the bill. If you received very good service you should leave a few additional euro. At higher end restaurants you will be expected to add an additional 10% for service Bars: Like restaurants a 15% service charge should be included. If services was very good and you enjoyed yourself then you should leave an a few extra euros or round off the total. Other: Luxembourg is a great country but outside what we mentioned above you won’t find much of a need to tip anywhere...

Tipping In Austria

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 21, 2014 | Austria |

Tipping In Austria can be a bit confusing for foreigners, but don’t let that discourage you! Austria is home of schnitzel and beer! What more could you want? Like Germany, simply leaving change at the table isn’t normal so be sure to read our tipping guide on how to properly tip while you tour Austria. Taxis: Drivers will expect about a 10% tip. Usually you can just round up to meet this though. Hotels: Since service is included you aren’t expected to tip. You can tip the bell boy a euro a bag and the maid 2-3 euros a night if the service is very good. Restaurants: Service is included on the price, however you are expected to tip on top. The best way for this is to simply round up to the nearest 5-10 Euro depending on the total. You shouldn’t leave this on the table though, you should hand this to the waiter and say “danke” as an indication of a tip. Bars: Like restaurants service will be included, however you should round up the bill when paying. Again hand this directly to the bar tender and say “danke” when paying. Other: Austria is a great country but outside what we mentioned above you won’t find much of a need to tip anywhere...

Tipping In Belgium

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 21, 2014 | Belgium |

Tipping In Belgium isn’t too common since service is often included in the bill. Thats probably a good thing since Belgium is home of thousands of delicious beers! From wheat beer to fruit beer it will be hard to find one you don’t like! More money in your pocket means more money to try the wide range of beers! However, you should use our tipping guide though to find out when you should tip and how much! Taxis: Its not expected, but rounding up the nearest Euros is appreciated. Hotels: Service is included in the total cost. You don’t have to tip but if the bell boy was to carry your bags then a Euro per bag is fine. Restaurants: Service will be included in the bill. You should only tip additionally if you feel service was exceptional. If you do tip extra it shouldn’t be more then 10%. Bars: No tipping required as service should be in the bill. If you did receive exceptional service or enjoyed yourself then a few Euros is fine. Other: Belgium is a great country but outside what we mentioned above you won’t find much of a need to tip anywhere...

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