TotallyOz Posted February 25, 2006 Posted February 25, 2006 Restaurants - Most include a service charge to the bill of 10-15%. If this is included, there is no need to leave more. Taxis- It is not necessary to pay any more than the exact value of the fare. Hotel Staff- Bellboy 5-10R, Doorman Valet 5-10R, Housekeeper 5-10R. I find that these people are the most important in the hotel. I also often find that tipping my housekeep daily that I end up with extra flowers, etc. that makes my stay more enjoyable. Sauna Boy - 20 R bare minimum if they are good. Remember that a Big and Tasty meal at McDonald's cost 13R. If a guy is VERY good, tip accordingly. I don't want to be accused again of destroying the Brazilian economy like I was last year, so I won't say my true feelings on this. If someone is amazing, tip him what you think the value is to you. Towel Boy - I often tip 5R for the towel boy and ask them to keep an eye on my locker. Bartender- If I go to a Disco, I will often leave a tip with the bartender of 5R. When I do this the first time, they always come straight to me when there is a huge crowd. It makes life easier. Doormen - Most doormen at the bars and discos will take a tip to let you in so you don't have to stand in line. If I am with a group, I find that 50R gets the entire group in fast. These are ONLY suggestions. Do what you feel is right and what you are comfortable with. Quote
Guest Conway Posted February 25, 2006 Posted February 25, 2006 I do find it appropriate to tip a taxi driver if he provides you additional service. One who deleivered me with suitcase and all to Lagoa for a foind farewell before my 10:30 flight agreed to meet me outside Lagoa at a prescribed time to go to GRU. I felt he went the extra mile and gave him a 20R tip upon conclusion of the trip to the airport. Quote
TotallyOz Posted February 26, 2006 Author Posted February 26, 2006 I do agree with you on the Taxis. I use my hotel's car service most of the time. I always tip the driver. When I use a public taxi, it really depends on if he used the air conditioner, drove like a maniac or was the taxi driver from hell. Quote