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10 Tips on Tipping from Travel Advisors

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Tipping is very much a personal thing.  While this guideline will hopefully give you a framework, remember it’s very much up to you – and the service you received.  10 Tips on Tipping from Travel Advisors:  1.  Leave the tip in an obvious location  like the dresser or the bed.   2. The average suggested tip amount is  $2-3 per day  or up to $5 per day if you’re staying at a 4 or 5 star hotel.  3. The  tip will vary depending on how many people are in your suite.  If you have three or more travelers staying together, increase the tip by $1 per additional person.   4.  Valet tipping averages between $3-5  and is presented after the valet retrieves your vehicle. This is customary for any hotel valet, even if parking is included.   5.  Bellman should be tipped $1-$2 per bag . You can also tip $5 flat and plan to tip an additional $1 per bag if you’re traveling with a larg...