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-   -   Tipping Protocol (https://britishexpats.com/forum/canada-56/tipping-protocol-642462/)

Rob_999 Dec 1st 2009 8:13 am
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I work with a lot of Americans and they definitely tip more than Canadians. For good service I tip 15% in Canada, 20% in the US & 10% in the UK (unless service is already included).

kwazywabbit Dec 1st 2009 9:56 am
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In Alberta I just double the GST. Nice and simple ;)

Steve_P Dec 1st 2009 9:59 am
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Originally Posted by kwazywabbit (Post 8139709)
In Alberta I just double the GST. Naive and simple ;)
and 5% short of the norm. ;)

That used to be close enough when GST was 7%.

kwazywabbit Dec 1st 2009 10:08 am
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Originally Posted by Steve_P (Post 8139717)
and 5% short of the norm. ;)

That used to be close enough when GST was 7%.
LOL never get any complaints though :thumbsup:

Steve_P Dec 1st 2009 10:11 am
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Originally Posted by kwazywabbit (Post 8139737)
LOL never get any complaints though :thumbsup:
Serving staff are unlikely to complain to you about how cheap you are with your tips.

But amongst themselves you are probably known if you go to the same place frequently.

austinallegro Dec 2nd 2009 1:37 am
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Originally Posted by JonboyE (Post 8132277)
I only tip if the food and/or drinks are brought to your table. It you have to collect from the counter then change from the nearest dollar is adequate.

The only exception is in a bar. A good tip with the first round will ensure you get preferential service when things get busy.
...I usually order booze from the bar and keep all the change. I was a bar tender in England (British Legion) and didn't expect people to tip me just for having a pint poured. Of course, now and then they bought me a beer which might amount to the same thing.

As for tipping on food, I don't tip much. I know that's considered cheap but it's my money and I bust my nuts earning it.

I've read that legislation might be passed in the U.K. to force the restaurant trade to stop lowering staff salaries with the expectation that patrons will fill the gap. Of course, such legislation might not be practicable.

dbd33 Dec 2nd 2009 1:43 am
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Originally Posted by austinallegro (Post 8141282)
...I usually order booze from the bar and keep all the change.
Originally Posted by austinallegro (Post 8141282)
As for tipping on food, I don't tip much. I know that's considered cheap but it's my money and I bust my nuts earning it.
God forbid that we should ever be at the same bar or table.

Souvy Dec 2nd 2009 1:56 am
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Originally Posted by austinallegro (Post 8141282)
...I usually order booze from the bar and keep all the change. I was a bar tender in England (British Legion) and didn't expect people to tip me just for having a pint poured. Of course, now and then they bought me a beer which might amount to the same thing.

As for tipping on food, I don't tip much. I know that's considered cheap but it's my money and I bust my nuts earning it.

I've read that legislation might be passed in the U.K. to force the restaurant trade to stop lowering staff salaries with the expectation that patrons will fill the gap. Of course, such legislation might not be practicable.
Don't ever go on vacation to an all-inclusive resort in Cuba or the DR. You'll find it hard to get served, or to get toilet paper.

Butch Cassidy Dec 2nd 2009 2:04 am
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Originally Posted by Souvy (Post 8141339)
Don't ever go on vacation to an all-inclusive resort in Cuba or the DR. You'll find it hard to get served, or to get toilet paper.
Being as he is such a tight arse, do you think he'll need loo roll?

Partially discharged Dec 2nd 2009 2:04 am
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Originally Posted by Souvy (Post 8141339)
Don't ever go on vacation to an all-inclusive resort in Cuba or the DR. You'll find it hard to get served, or to get toilet paper.
To each his own...but my idea of hell is an 'all inclusive' resort.

Souvy Dec 2nd 2009 2:18 am
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Originally Posted by Partially discharged (Post 8141360)
To each his own...but my idea of hell is an 'all inclusive' resort.
I would at one time have agreed with you. I used to be into doing stuff on vacation. I'm not now. We go to these place to escape winter for a bit and to kick back. We take lots of books. It is very relaxing.

Jingsamichty Dec 2nd 2009 2:42 am
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Originally Posted by Souvy (Post 8141390)
I would at one time have agreed with you. I used to be into doing stuff on vacation. I'm not now. We go to these place to escape winter for a bit and to kick back. We take lots of books. It is very relaxing.
That's a slippery slope. Before you know it, you'll be mulling over the undoubted benefits of cruises, or guided coach tours...

Souvy Dec 2nd 2009 2:59 am
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Originally Posted by Jingsamichty (Post 8141443)
That's a slippery slope. Before you know it, you'll be mulling over the undoubted benefits of cruises, or guided coach tours...
I've done a coach tour. I wouldn't do it again. Cruises are not my thing either, with the possible exception of an Arctic cruise. I quite fancy that.

Alan2005 Dec 2nd 2009 3:09 am
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Originally Posted by Souvy (Post 8141484)
I've done a coach tour. I wouldn't do it again. Cruises are not my thing either, with the possible exception of an Arctic cruise. I quite fancy that.
Me too - will probably do an arctic cruise next year. I also used to look down at beach holidays with disdain, now I quite like them.

Souvy Dec 2nd 2009 3:48 am
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Originally Posted by Alan2005 (Post 8141499)
Me too - will probably do an arctic cruise next year. I also used to look down at beach holidays with disdain, now I quite like them.
It's quite interesting watching people gradually relax over a few days. The layers of stress and whatever simply peel off. All you need is a few items of clothing, lots of books and a cribbage board, with cards. The latter items I will likely sell at a vast profit on our last day.

kwazywabbit Dec 2nd 2009 6:26 am
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Originally Posted by Steve_P (Post 8139743)
Serving staff are unlikely to complain to you about how cheap you are with your tips.

But amongst themselves you are probably known if you go to the same place frequently.

No i go to smitty's every sat. I get great service, they even know what i want, i get plenty or refills and smiles. They still get a few bucks.. what more do you expect.. and to be honest I don't care if i'm perceived as cheap.. :p

Butch Cassidy Dec 2nd 2009 6:31 am
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Originally Posted by kwazywabbit (Post 8141914)
No i go to smitty's every sat. I get great service, they even know what i want, i get plenty or refills and smiles. They still get a few bucks.. what more do you expect.. and to be honest I don't care if i'm perceived as cheap.. :p
There's no perception, the above proves your cheapness :p:sneaky::p


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