Quiz The Travel Tipping Quiz By Stacy Rapacon, Online Editor | Kiplinger.com and Miriam Cross, Associate Editor | Kiplinger's Personal Finance Summer 2018 Getty Images Ahhh, here comes the pool attendant with that fresh towel you asked for. Isn’t vacation relaxing? Not if you’re stressing about whether to tip him, how much to tip him or whether all these tips are busting your vacation budget. Simplify your travels by budgeting ahead of time for the various gratuities you'll leave along the way. Of course, the exact tip will be up to you and depend on your satisfaction with the service. But understanding standard protocol will give you a good baseline to start budgeting. Take our tipping quiz to get ready for your next trip. Start Quiz Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 1 of 10 How much should you tip for room service? A. 15% to 20% of your pretax bill B. 5% to 10% C. Nothing Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 1 of 10 How much should you tip for room service? A. 15% to 20% of your pretax bill You should tip the person who delivers your room-service orders the same percentage of your pretax bill that you would tip a waiter for table service in a restaurant. But be sure to read the fine print. Many hotels will automatically include the gratuity for room service... Read more ˅ You should tip the person who delivers your room-service orders the same percentage of your pretax bill that you would tip a waiter for table service in a restaurant. But be sure to read the fine print. Many hotels will automatically include the gratuity for room service. If you've had exemplary service, you might consider leaving more. And you don't have to leave any extra cash for cleanup after your meal. Housekeeping will take care of your dirty dishes. (More on how much to tip them next.) Less ˄ B. 5% to 10%C. Nothing Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 2 of 10 How much should you tip housekeeping? A. Leave them the mint on your pillow B. $20 or more at the end of a multi-night stay C. $2 to $5 each morning Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 2 of 10 How much should you tip housekeeping? A. Leave them the mint on your pillowB. $20 or more at the end of a multi-night stayC. $2 to $5 each morning A different person may be fluffing your pillows and removing your dirty towels each day. So you should tip a few dollars daily for your various housekeepers. In a higher-end hotel, maids may be accustomed to getting larger tips, up to $10 a day. Make it obvious that the cash is a... Read more ˅ A different person may be fluffing your pillows and removing your dirty towels each day. So you should tip a few dollars daily for your various housekeepers. In a higher-end hotel, maids may be accustomed to getting larger tips, up to $10 a day. Make it obvious that the cash is a tip by leaving it with a thank-you note or in an envelope labeled "housekeeping." Otherwise, the staff shouldn't be taking spare cash lying around your room. Less ˄ Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 3 of 10 How much should you tip the bellhop? A. $5 to $10 total B. $1 to $2 per bag C. Zip Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 3 of 10 How much should you tip the bellhop? A. $5 to $10 totalB. $1 to $2 per bag Etiquette masters at the Emily Post Institute politely suggest giving $2 for the first bag and $1 for each additional bag. For each additional service, such as fetching you ice or extra towels, your bellhop should get another $2 or $3. (For fresh towels poolside, you should give the pool att... Read more ˅ Etiquette masters at the Emily Post Institute politely suggest giving $2 for the first bag and $1 for each additional bag. For each additional service, such as fetching you ice or extra towels, your bellhop should get another $2 or $3. (For fresh towels poolside, you should give the pool attendant $1 per towel.) Less ˄ C. Zip Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 4 of 10 How much should you tip the hotel concierge for giving you restaurant recommendations? A. $5 to $10 B. A smile and a thank you will suffice C. 10% of the average entrée price Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 4 of 10 How much should you tip the hotel concierge for giving you restaurant recommendations? A. $5 to $10B. A smile and a thank you will suffice For a quick chat about local dining or anything else you have questions about, you're not expected to tip. But if the concierge makes reservations or purchases event tickets for you, you should tip him $5 to $10. If he goes the extra mile and secures you a spot at the hot... Read more ˅ For a quick chat about local dining or anything else you have questions about, you're not expected to tip. But if the concierge makes reservations or purchases event tickets for you, you should tip him $5 to $10. If he goes the extra mile and secures you a spot at the hottest restaurant or show in town, you'll want to show your extra appreciation with $15 to $20 or 10% to 20% of the ticket price. Less ˄ C. 10% of the average entrée price Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 5 of 10 How much should you tip the parking valet at your hotel? A. Your best driving advice B. $2 to $5 each time you leave your car C. $2 to $5 each time you pick up your car Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 5 of 10 How much should you tip the parking valet at your hotel? A. Your best driving adviceB. $2 to $5 each time you leave your carC. $2 to $5 each time you pick up your car Whether you're heading out for a quick trip or checking out for good, you'll want to tip the valet a few dollars each time he gives you back your car keys. You'll only want to tip him before he parks your car if he helps you with your bags ($1 to $2 per bag). If you decide to ta... Read more ˅ Whether you're heading out for a quick trip or checking out for good, you'll want to tip the valet a few dollars each time he gives you back your car keys. You'll only want to tip him before he parks your car if he helps you with your bags ($1 to $2 per bag). If you decide to take a cab instead, don't forget to tip the doorman who hails the taxi for you. Standard protocol is $1 or $2, plus another $1 in the rain. Less ˄ Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 6 of 10 How much should you tip your guides for a group tour around local landmarks? A. $2 to $5 per person in your party B. $8 to $10 per person C. Buy them a shot glass from the gift shop Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 6 of 10 How much should you tip your guides for a group tour around local landmarks? A. $2 to $5 per person in your party Your guides will likely mention during their tour whether tips are accepted, and tipping would certainly be a nice gesture if you really enjoyed your time. On a private tour, you should consider tipping your guide a bit more—$3 to $10 per person. B. $8 to $10 per personC. Buy them a shot glass from the gift shop Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 7 of 10 How much should you tip the shuttle driver who takes you from the airport to the hotel? A. Not necessary B. $5 to $10 C. $1 or $2 Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 7 of 10 How much should you tip the shuttle driver who takes you from the airport to the hotel? A. Not necessaryB. $5 to $10C. $1 or $2 If the driver helps you with luggage, add another $1 or $2 per bag. This protocol applies for shuttle drivers taking you to the airport, rental car parking lot, hotel, on a tour or to an activity. If you take a taxi, you should tip 15% to 20% of the fare, plus $1 or $2 per bag. ... Read more ˅ If the driver helps you with luggage, add another $1 or $2 per bag. This protocol applies for shuttle drivers taking you to the airport, rental car parking lot, hotel, on a tour or to an activity. If you take a taxi, you should tip 15% to 20% of the fare, plus $1 or $2 per bag. Less ˄ Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 8 of 10 How much should you tip a skycap at the airport? A. $1 or $2 per bag B. $3 to $5 per bag C. Nada Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 8 of 10 How much should you tip a skycap at the airport? A. $1 or $2 per bag Typically, you'll want to give a skycap $2 for assisting you with your first bag and $1 for each additional bag. For heavier bags, give $2 each. If you receive any special services, such as wheelchair assistance, tip another $3 to $5. B. $3 to $5 per bagC. Nada Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 9 of 10 When you’re traveling overseas, service staff don’t care whether you tip in American dollars or local currency. A. True B. False Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 9 of 10 When you’re traveling overseas, service staff don’t care whether you tip in American dollars or local currency. A. TrueB. False Some locals may prefer greenbacks—especially when the U.S. dollar is strong. Others may resent the burden of exchanging your U.S. dollars for local currency, paying a commission in the process. Ask a knowledgeable local—say, a tour guide or the front-desk staff at your hotel—whether U.... Read more ˅ Some locals may prefer greenbacks—especially when the U.S. dollar is strong. Others may resent the burden of exchanging your U.S. dollars for local currency, paying a commission in the process. Ask a knowledgeable local—say, a tour guide or the front-desk staff at your hotel—whether U.S. dollars are preferred for tips. Less ˄ Next Question Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 10 of 10 I’m staying in a private guesthouse instead of a hotel. Whom do I tip and when? A. Nobody. Gratuity is included in the price of your stay. B. Tip the housekeepers/cleaners. Maybe leave a small gift for the property owner. C. It’s customary to leave an extra 10% for the property owners. Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Question 10 of 10 I’m staying in a private guesthouse instead of a hotel. Whom do I tip and when? A. Nobody. Gratuity is included in the price of your stay.B. Tip the housekeepers/cleaners. Maybe leave a small gift for the property owner. Leave the equivalent of a few dollars per day for housekeepers/cleaners at the end of your stay (unlike at a hotel where you tip each day.) You might also show appreciation to owners with a small gift should you feel so inclined. C. It’s customary to leave an extra 10% for the property owners. See Results Quiz | The Travel Tipping Quiz Results Next QuizShould You Buy a Home? See All Quizzes answer_num=1,3,2,2,3,1,3,1,2,2|answer_text="A. 15% to 20% of your pretax bill","C. $2 to $5 each morning","B. $1 to $2 per bag","B. 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