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    monkey0499 replied to the topic Gratuity for service in USA in the forum Getting serious 8 years, 6 months ago

    Unchallenged?  Its just the way we live.  Just like we wouldn’t challenge why you drive on the wrong side of the road.

    We assume you know our customs because: 1. We are the strongest and most powerful nation in the world and our customs are widely known. 2. the internet. 3. airline flight attendants explain this to travelers. 4. You’re t…[Read more]

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    monkey0499 started the topic Gratuity for service in USA in the forum Getting serious 8 years, 6 months ago

    I’d like to get people’s opinions regarding gratuities for service in the USA.

    It seems that when European visitors come to the states to visit or for work, they do not adhere to the customs of the workers in the USA.

    All too often, my friends and I in the service industry do not get the customary 15-20% gratuity added to the bill by the…[Read more]