How to Tip? Just Follow These Principles!

By Rita

Taiwan doesn’t have a so-called “tipping culture,” so travelers often feel confused—Who should you tip? How much is reasonable? To become a savvy traveler, you might want to check outa recent HuffPost article titled “Everyone Should Know This Tipping Guide”!

▲ Learn to Tip Smartly to Make Your Trip Easier!(Photo/Wikipedia)

Airport Baggage Handlers
Give about $1–$2 per bag. If you’re checking in on the sidewalk, it’s $5 per bag, and add $3–$5 for each additional one.

Bosses/Supervisors
Generally, you don’t need to tip restaurant owners, but if they provide special service—like saving you a table where you can watch the teppanyaki chef prepare guacamole—then generously give $10–$20!

Flight Attendants
Nevertip them, as they are salaried, not reliant on tips.

Taxi Drivers
Tip around 10–15% of the fare. If they help you with extremely heavy luggage, go up to 20%.

Limousine Drivers
Some car companies include tips in the total fare, but if you enjoyed a smooth ride and want to leave a good impression, feel free to tip. If their tipping system isn’t well-established, then about 15–20% is appropriate.

▲ Generously tip service staff who go above and beyond(Photo/Wikipedia)

Shuttle Bus Drivers
About $1–$2 per person, depending on how much luggage they help with.

Hotel Doormen
Tip around $2–$5 if they help carry your luggage from the taxi to the front desk, or if they hold an umbrella for you while getting into a taxi upon departure.

Hotel Bellhops
About $1–$2 per bag, but if you ask them to take something like a large Eddie Bauer suitcase up to your room on the 23rd floor, tip more—around $5.

Valet Parking at Hotels
About $2–$5 per car.