The Itty Bitty Guide to Tipping

Take the confusion and awkwardness out of tipping with this all-in-one guide—includes insider advice from waiters, hairdressers, and more.

What’s the appropriate tip for service in a four-star restaurant? And what if the service is less than stellar? Do you tip the maids at a hotel you’ve stayed in for a week? What if the hotel is in Japan?

The Itty Bitty Guide to Tipping clears up the confusion with straightforward guidance on who, how much, and when (or when not) to tip. From cab to casino, skycap to sommelier, barista to bellhop, all the tipping challenges are covered. The Going Abroad section covers tipping etiquette in foreign countries, and a special chapter even offers insights on tipping at tattoo parlors, strip clubs, and more. Also included is insider advice from waiters, hairdressers, and others—as well as a handy tip conversion table so anyone can tip with confidence and savvy.