I think some people are just obsessed with the tipping. We come from the UK and that doesnt come naturally. First time goin hardly tipped n didnt notice any difference with the service whatsoever. I suspect most of it is the feel good factoor of being able to tip thats got people
No, it's not just a feel good thing, but that is part of it. The employees do not earn that good of a wage and they work their ass off for it. Even where you are from if you put in a hard days work will your boss recognize you in a for of a wage increase? probably not. But if he did, would that make you feel better and more appreciated in your job? probably! I know that we didn't see much of a difference in the service but that does speak VERY highly of the caretakers, their character and work ethics. We did see some change depending on how gracious we were with the tips, but not much. I will tip each and every one, VERY WELL that takes care of me on my vacation making my stay that much better.
I'm a housekeeper so I'd suggest leaving a note just saying "Thank you" or something. Housekeepers aren't supposed to touch your stuff so if you just leave a random dollar on the table they might not know for sure it's for them The amount of tips I've probably missed out on because I've not known whether to take it or not kinda sucks!
Call it whatever factor you like, it's appropriate. I couldn't imagine a culture where is doesn't come naturally. They make our stay more enjoyable and we appreciate it, so they are rewarded. We leave the room tip on the pillow with a note for any special requests, such as extra water or beer. We used $2 bills and within a day everyone there seemed to remember us, most greeted us by name. :usa1:
Tip goes on the bed. If I left money on the nightstand, I'd expect it to still be there after cleaning lady went through. They must have a helluva time deciphering guests different ideas.
I have a friend who went over to travel /work in the UK and worked the Pubs,, she finds it extremely rude that Brits are so cheap they don,t tip but accepts it cause its their practices.. Just making a point ,different cultures, and expectations, if you go to a country that the people basically work for tips , then take out your wallet.
I cant speak for most... but I think I will! :xyxthumbs: I believe most people find that $1-$2 will do for housekeeping each day. The restaurants tend to get a bit more. Think if you were at a restaurant at home and what you would drop for a tip there. I know it is all inclusive but I think most people would leave around $5-$10. Personally though, I will leave a $10 tip on the first day for housekeeping and $5 everyday after. Restaurants I leave $20-$30. I tend to get tip happy and am going to try the envelope theory I saw on a thread here a while back about tipping. I basically plan to bring $100 for every day just for tipping.
