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The etiquette of tipping is different from one country to another. In some countries, it is widely accepted, however in other countries, it could of source of consternation. There are a lot of people who told us not to be stressed over tipping. However, if you are not used to doing it, it will become a stress point because you would want to adapt to the culture of the country that you visited.
Underneath is the list of countries and how much you should be tipping accordingly:
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United States
The united states is a complex country with a complex system that does not have the same say in the term of tipping. However, there are a lot of people who are not paid appropriate wages, especially those who wok in the tourism industry. Tipping in United states is generally 15% to 20% of the bill after you have added the sales of the bill.
However, not all states have sales tax and sometimes the sales tax is already included and sometimes the tip is already included and sometimes it is not.
Special note: Tip bellboys $2-$5 per piece of luggage, doorman = $2
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Australia
In Australia, they have a custom of rewarding good service not because you have to. Tipping a cab driver as an example is not done out of the norm but only if you feel like you want to do it. In general, you do not have to tip in Australia, unless you have a fantastic dinner and a fantastic service.
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Canada
In Canada, it is custom to tip 15% to 20% of your bill, depending on the quality of service that you get. There is also additional 10% tax that will be levied, on the top of the total bill of your dinner or lunch.
Still, tip at least $10 – $20 dollars to concierge, $1 to $2 for each bag, and $5 dollars for housekeepers. Taxi drivers generally get about 10 % to 15% of the tip.
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Europe
In general, tipping in Europe is not expected. Paris however, is a little bit different. In Paris, you are still not expected to tip. However, if you find the service or food not to what you expected, you can tip them in a foreign currency. However, if you shop at a cafe for wine or coffee, it is expected that you leave a small amount of money despite its currency.
In London, however, it is customary to tip 10% – 15% when you are eating put. However, most restaurants add a service charge of 12,5%. It is much more polite to tip the taxi driver for black cabs and licensed minicabs in London about 10% to 15%.
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Japan
Tipping is not a common culture in Japan and can often be seen as an insult. This is because of Japanese pride themselves on meticulous attention to detail and to please the customer.
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South Korea
Tipping is not necessarily required in south of Korea. Most of the hotels and establishment levy compulsory 10% service charge to the bills. This is on the top of 10% of value-added tax. Taxi drivers are south Korea appreciates if you tell them to keep the chance, however, it is still not compulsory to tip them.
7. Thailand
Officially tipping in Thailand is not expected. However, the reality is that most of the workers in Thailand are working long hours with very little money. It will help them to give a little bit of additional income. It is normal to tip about $1 to $2 per bag for the porter and about $1 for taxis.
8. Malaysia
In Malaysia, 10% of tips are included with locals rounding up the bill and leaving the change. You can do the same or leave 10% to 15% percent if you are inclined. In Malaysia, tip the bellboy $1 per bag and cleaning staff $1 a day. Private guides and drivers should get at least $5 – $10 per day.
9. Philippines
There is various system that is implemented in restaurants. You can go ahead and check the bill with a 10% percent service charge may be included in which case you might leave an extra $1 to $2. If not included, leave a 10% percent tip or a bit more. There is a 10% service charge that is usually included, but you should give porters $1 per bag. You can even tip cleaning staff if only you see them by writing their names in the envelope.
10. China
On a general basis, no one tips anyone in china, with some exceptions. Which means foreign visitors are encouraged to give more. There is an etiquette issue here too. The guide gets a larger tip than the driver. The one that is much more senior should get more tips than the other.
11. Vietnam
Tipping is not expected in Vietnam, but it is very much appreciated. It is similar to Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and a lot of Asia, where wages are so much less than in the western world.