Oh Great LJ Brain Trust, explain to me your custom of tipping

[cjsmith]

[Poll #1007086]

I'm sure I'll think of other situations shortly. Oh, and what would you do if you didn't have the right denomination(s) of money? I know it never happens in the movies, but humor me: what if?

Aw crap, I thought of another one already. How about the guy who brings you your mini-bottle of champagne and pours you a glass?

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[klwalton.livejournal.com]

I'm sure I'll think of other situations shortly. Oh, and what would you do if you didn't have the right denomination(s) of money? I know it never happens in the movies, but humor me: what if?

Take your large bill to the front desk, have them break it into ones and fives, then go back and give your tip.

The guy who brings the mini bottle of champagne and pours it? Eh. I think it would depend, but I'd probably give him $2.

Be sure, please, to leave a couple of dollars/day for housekeeping. So many people forget about housekeeping, and they do *such* a great job most of the time.

[mama-hogswatch.livejournal.com]

My dad never tipped housekeeping.

_the_beast was horrified when he discovered on one trip early in our relationship that I did not. I usually tip a five spot unless there's been some exceptional service, then up as the situation seems to merit.

I've discovered that token small tips in the $1-$5 range do get some appriciative service and lots of smiles, so I figure it's worth it.