I always tip 20% and I go a little higher for excellent service. We have always just figured the tip into the cost of eating out. We don't consider it optional.
For personal service, such as a pedicure or a massage, I just settle on an amount, like $10 or $15 and that's what I always tip. Same with the hairstylist. For what I consider non-personal services such as hotel housekeeping or bellboys, etc., I tip $5. |