Traveling abroad, how to tip properly?
(Baonghean.vn) - In the US, people usually tip about 15% on the bill; in Canada, it is 10-15% when taking a taxi, 15-20% for restaurants and 1 USD for each additional order at a bar; in Japan, tipping is considered rude and easily misunderstood... Each country has its own rules for tipping, so tipping is also a cultural aspect that you need to refer to before traveling or working in countries around the world.
Indonesia
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| Tipping is not common in Indonesia. Hotels usually add a 20% tax, of which 10% goes to the government and the rest is a service charge. With such a large surcharge, you don’t necessarily need to tip. This also applies to most restaurants. But if you happen to visit a place that doesn’t add this surcharge, you can tip the staff around 20,000 VND. |
Thailand
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| As in other Southeast Asian countries, tipping is not customary in Thailand. Taxi fares are metered (don’t begrudge the drivers any favors) and rounded up upon arrival. Most hotels and restaurants also include a 10% service charge. However, if you feel they deserve a tip, go for it. At budget eateries, you’ll just leave the change, but for more expensive meals, tipping under 10% is acceptable. |
Singapore
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| Singapore is a country that charges a 10% service charge. Tipping is not a common practice in Singaporean culture, and the fact that it is charged for services reflects this lack of practice. Hotel porters and taxi drivers are friendly, but not necessarily for the tip. However, it is worth noting that this service charge does not go entirely to the person who served you, so if you are truly grateful, give the staff a tip. |
China
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| While in many countries it is considered rude not to tip, in China it is the opposite and is considered an insult. In restaurants, hotels and domestic tours, you do not need to tip and are not given tips, so if you really want to, do it secretly. If you need to add a tip, it will be included in the service charge on the bill. Some hotels and restaurants usually charge 5-10%. For porters, 10 yuan for a suitcase is enough. |
Japan
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| Tipping in Japan is often considered an insult. The waiter will not want it, will not be happy with it, and will not appreciate your generosity. If you have good intentions, it is best not to tip; sometimes your actions and smiles are enough for the waiters. |
America
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| Always considered a country where the habit of tipping has existed for a long time, so tips in the US are also higher than in other countries. Service fees are calculated by the hour, the more customers there are, the more tips there are. Normally, you have to pay 10% - 15% of the bill if the service is average; 15% - 20% if the service is good and over 20% for excellent service; If you ask a porter in the hotel to carry your luggage, you should tip each suitcase from 1-2 dollars; Tips for taxi drivers, barbers are about 15% of the service bill... Wherever you go in the US, you have to prepare some change for the waiter. |
France
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| There is no standard for tipping in Paris; in restaurants, service charges are usually included in the bill. If the service is excellent, there is no reason not to tip, around 5%. Taxi drivers are not required to tip, but rounding up the amount makes it easier for them to return the change. Also, if you are spending the night at a Paris bar, you don’t necessarily need to tip, unless you feel guilty about the staff having to wait on you all night. |
Canada
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| Tipping customs in Canada are quite similar to the US, usually 10-15% for taxis, 15-20% for restaurants and $1 for each additional order at bars. Note that Americans and Canadians will be quite annoyed if you don’t follow their currency, so make sure to exchange your money accordingly. Your waiter or waitress will appreciate it. |
Greece
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| Follow the following tipping guidelines: if your bill does not have a “Service Charge” column, tip 10-20% of the bill depending on the service attitude of the staff. |
Australia
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| Australians don't have any rules about tipping, so you can leave a tip if you want, and if you don't, that's fine too. |
IDEA
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| Tipping is not as mandatory in Italian culture as it is in the US, but it is only if the service was really good. It is important to never tip a waiter you know because it is considered insulting. |
