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Tipping In Germany

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 19, 2014 | Germany |

Tipping in Germany can be common but you need to know when to tip and where. Simply leaving change at the table for your delicious beer or tasty bratwurst isn’t normal. So no matter if you are in Berlin or Frankfurt make sure to use our tipping guide below on your travels around Germany. Taxis: Its not expected, but rounding up the nearest Euros is appreciated. Hotels: Tipping is normally expected in hotels if the service is good. 1-3 Euros for the bell boy and 3-5 Euros a night for the maid staff. This can be left on the bed nightstand every night. Restaurants: Service and tax is included in the price, that being said it is normal to round up or tip 5-10% on the bill. When a waiter or waitress comes to your table you must tell them how much you wish to pay. So if the bill is 8 Euro you would say 10 Euro if you want to leave a small tip. Bars: You almost always run a tab in bars so a 10% tip at the end of the bill is considered normal. Like restaurants you shouldn’t just leave the tip on the table but let the staff know you are tipping. Other: Germany is a great country but outside what we mentioned above you won’t find much of...

Tipping In Colombia

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 18, 2014 | Colombia |

Tipping in Colombia is pretty common, and can often be included in the bill already. Don’t let that put you off though, as Colombia is a country for everyone! It has beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea and amazing cities like Bogota and Cali. It is also home of some amazing trekking arounds the vast mountains that make up its landscape. Use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip and when you shouldn’t! Taxis: Tipping a taxi driver is not required or expected. If the driver has been patient and nice then rounding up doesn’t hurt. Hotels: You should tip the bell boy about $1 a bag. You should also tip the maid $1-2 per night. Restaurants: You should see a 10% service charge on the bill titled “propina voluntaria”. You are not required to pay this, but most do as it is the suggested tip. No tip is required on top of this charge. Bars: Like restaurants you may see “propina voluntaria”, which is 10% of the total bill. If not then you should tip $.50-$1 a drink. Other: If taking a tour then you should tip 5-10% of the total. If you have a driver on the tour then you should tip him about half that...

Tipping In Paraguay

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 18, 2014 | Paraguay |

Tipping in Paraguay has become more and more common as tourism begins to increase. Its no surprise Paraguay is seeing more visitors each year. Paraguay is rich in natural resources and home of some beautiful sites. When traveling around Paraguay you should know who to tip and how much. Use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip and how much. Taxis: Tipping a taxi driver isn’t required. You should negotiate your fare beforehand, otherwise rounding up is a good tip. Hotels: If the bell boy was to handle your baggage then you should give him the equivalent of $1 a bag. You should also tip the maid the same a night. This is expected at the higher end hotels. Restaurants: You should check to see if service is included on the bill. If its not then 10% is the standard tip at restaurants. Bars: Not expected but you can leave small change if you are happy with the service. Other: Paraguay wasn’t always a tipping culture, but as tourism increases tipping is becoming more common. Restaurants is still one of the only places where you are expected to always...

Tipping In Greenland

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 18, 2014 | Greenland |

Tipping in Greenland isn’t very common, but thats not really a surprise. Greenland isn’t often traveled, but it is one adventure everyone must do. If you are into hiking and the out doors it really is a country to see. You can hike pretty much anywhere and camp wherever you please. The climate can be harsh though so make sure you pack well when on your travels. Use our tipping guide below to see when you should tip and where. Taxis: Not required but you should round up to make things easier. Hotels: Not required as service is included in the price. Restaurants: Not required as service will be included in the bill. However, if the service was very good a bit extra is generous and appreciated. Bars: As with restaurants, service is included in the bill. You can tip a bit if the service was very good. Other: The people of greenland are very friendly and have a lot to offer. Since service is included in the price tipping isn’t expected in most places. It is still highly appreciated when offered...

Tipping In Uruguay

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Feb 17, 2014 | Uruguay |

Uruguay is a beach lovers paradise. It is home of some of the best beaches on the south atlantic ocean. Tipping in Uruguay is pretty common so use our tipping guide below to figure out when you should tip on your adventure in Uruguay. Taxis: Rounding up the fair is a suitable tip for taxi drivers. Hotels: You should tip the bell boy about UYU20 a bag. You should also tip the maid UYU20 per night. Restaurants: You should tip about 10% of the total if service isn’t already included. Bars: Like restaurants you should tip about 10% of the total. Make sure that service isn’t already included in the total though. Other: If you get any deliveries then you should tip UYU20. If driving then you should tip the parking attendants UYU5-10 per visit. They will watch your car and help you park it while you are shopping or...

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