Savvy Travel Secrets

Tipping In Mayotte

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Apr 7, 2016 | Mayotte |

Tipping in Mayotte is similar to that of Europe. Usually you round up or leave a small tip depending on the level of service. Mayotte is a French Island off the coast of Africa near Madagascar. It is a small island but a great visit for anyone looking to explore that part of the world. If you go to Mayotte be sure to use our tipping guide to figure out when you should tip on your vacation in Mayotte! Taxis: Tipping Taxi Drivers in Mayotte isn’t common. If the ride was good you should round up the fare. Hotels: Tipping Hotel Staff in Mayotte isn’t common or expected. Restaurants: If service was good you can round up or leave a small tip. Bars: Tipping bartenders isn’t common or expected. Other: Tipping isn’t necessarily common in Mayotte. Instead relax and enjoy your holiday!...

Tipping In The Coral Sea Islands

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Apr 7, 2016 | The Coral Sea Islands |

Tipping in The Coral Sea Islands is probably the last thing on your list of things to worry about. The Islands are uninhabited and just off the coast of Australia. Chances are you wont even be able to get on the islands, just around them. Since they are uninhabited don’t worry about tipping if you get a chance to go! You will have a great story to share though as the surrounding area is beautiful and one of the best parts of Australia!...

Tipping In Guernsey

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Apr 7, 2016 | Guernsey |

Tipping in Guernsey is similar to that of Europe. Usually you round up or leave a small tip depending on the level of service. Guernsey is part of the channel islands and is a great place to explore and experience the relaxing beach life. If you go to Guernsey be sure to use our tipping guide to figure out when you should tip on your vacation in Guernsey! Taxis: Tipping Taxi Drivers in Guernsey isn’t common. If the ride was good you should round up the fare. Hotels: Tipping Hotel Staff in Guernsey isn’t common or expected. Restaurants: If service was good you can round up or leave a small tip of 5-10% Bars: Tipping bartenders isn’t common or expected. Other: Tipping isn’t necessarily common in Guernsey. Instead relax and enjoy your holiday!...

Tipping In Dominica

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Apr 5, 2016 | Dominica |

Tipping in Dominica is pretty standard. More often than not a service charge will already be included in your price. Dominica is one of the lesser travelled Caribbean islands, but it’s still a must see! It has amazing beaches and beautiful wildlife. If you get a chance to go to Dominica use our tipping guide to figure out when you should tip on your vacation in Dominica! Taxis: Tipping Taxi Drivers in Dominica isn’t common. If the ride was good you should round up the fare. Hotels: Tipping Hotel Staff in Dominica can be common. Make sure you check your hotel bill to be sure a service charge isn’t included. You should tip the bellboy $2 ECD per bag and the maid $3-5 ECD per night. Restaurants: Be sure to check for service charges when dining in Dominica. If one isn’t included you should tip 10%, more often than not the service will be included. Bars: If service isn’t included you can tip your bartender 10% of the bill. Other: Tipping isn’t necessarily common on Dominica, but more often then not you will see a service charge already included in the price. If it’s missing aim to tip 10% to any guides as well....

Tipping In Puerto Rico

Posted by Savvy Travel Secrets | Apr 5, 2016 | Puerto Rico |

Tipping in Puerto Rico is just as common as the USA. That shouldn’t be surprised though, so get your wallets out and be ready to tip on your vacation in Puerto Rico. Don’t let the tipping habits put you off though, Puerto Rico is a beautiful country with amazing beaches and stunning scenery. If you get a chance to go to Puerto Rico use our tipping guide to figure out when you should tip on your vacation in Puerto Rico! Taxis: Tipping Taxi Drivers in Puerto Rico is common, you should tip about 10-15% depending on the ride. Hotels: Tipping Hotel Staff in Puerto Rico is common as well. You should tip your bell boy a dollar a bag and maid $2-5 dollars a night. Make sure you check to see if a service charge is already included in your bill though. Restaurants: Be sure to check for service charges when dining in Puerto Rico. If one isn’t included you should tip 15-20%, if it is included and service was excellent a few extra dollars is warranted. Bars: Similar to restaurants, you should check for a service charge. If not then tip a dollar a drink or 15% of the total bill. Other: Tipping is common all over Puerto Rico. Like the USA, be expected to tip. A rough guide is to tip 15%...