Do Europeans pay tips?

Do Europeans pay tips?

Tipping in Europe isn’t as common as it is in the U.S., and some countries even consider it excessive and unnecessary. In general, though, a good rule of thumb is to err on the side of a modest tip (5 to 10 percent) as people in service already earn a decent wage.

Are Americans the only ones who tip?

Americans are the most generous tippers in the world, according to a survey conducted by travel website TripAdvisor. In the US, a wage of only at least $2.13 per hour, and at least $30 per month in tips, is required, so service staff are essentially relying on these tips to make a living.

Is tipping disrespectful in Europe?

If you’re not sure how much or how little to tip, go with the 10 percent rule. In most places across Europe, a 10 percent tip is considered fair or even generous and won’t offend.

Why is it offensive to tip in Europe?

As a matter of principle, if not economy, the local price should prevail. Please believe me — tipping 15 or 20 percent in Europe is unnecessary, if not culturally ignorant. Tipping is an issue only at restaurants that have waiters and waitresses. If you order your food at a counter (in a pub, for example), don’t tip.

Do Europeans leave tips?

Restaurants. At table-service restaurants, the tipping etiquette and procedure vary slightly from country to country. But in general, European servers are well paid, and tips are considered a small “bonus” — to reward great service or for simplicity in rounding the total bill to a convenient number.

Do you have to tip in Europe?

In countries around Europe, you’ll often find that a 10 to 15 percent service charge is included in your bill. If this is the case, you’re not expected to pay an additional 10 percent, although you should tip at least a few extra euros on top of the bill. Always tip in cash.

How much should you tip a restaurant in the US?

At restaurants, check the menu to see if service is included; if it isn’t, a tip of 5–10 percent is normal. In most places, 10 percent is a big tip. If your bucks talk at home, muzzle them on your travels. As a matter of principle, if not economy, the local price should prevail.

Do you tip the hairdressers in your country?

In general, if someone in the service industry does a super job for you, a tip of a couple of euros is appropriate…but not required. When in doubt, ask. The French and British generally tip hairdressers, the Dutch and Swedish usually don’t.

Should you tip your cab driver when flying?

If the cabbie hauls your bags and zips you to the airport to help you catch your flight, you might want to toss in a little more. But if you feel like you’re being driven in circles or otherwise ripped off, skip the tip.