How Much Should I Tip While Traveling?
Thank the people who get you to your destination and who help you enjoy your trip.
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To and From the Airport
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Taxi or Limo Drivers |
15% - 20% of the bill. |
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Hotel Courtesy Shuttle Drivers |
$1-$2 per person, extra if he handles luggage. |
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Porter |
$1 per bag, $2 for very heavy bags. |
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Sky Cap |
$1 per bag, $2 for very heavy bags. Additional $1-$2 optional for curbside check in. |
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At the Hotel
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Bell Man or Bell Captain |
$1 per bag, $2 for very heavy bags. |
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Maids |
$1-$3 per day depending on the amount of mess and the grade of the hotel, more ($5-$10 a day) for high-end hotels. Leave the tip someplace where it"s clear that it"s a tip -- on the pillow or on the desk with a note. |
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Room Service |
15%-20%, depending on service. Service is often already added. |
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Parking Attendant |
$1-$2, usually when they bring you your car. |
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Doorman |
Tip $1 if the doorman hails you a cab. If he also carries your bags, tip $1-$2 per bag. |
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Concierge |
If he gives you advice, tipping is not necessary. If he does something out of the way, like getting difficult restaurant reservations or tickets, $5-$20 (or more) is the norm, depending on the difficulty. You can tip at the time of service or at the end of your stay. |
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Other Courtesy Items |
If you request something delivered to your room, like a hair dryer or an iron, tip $1 per item received. |
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Touring |
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Tour Guides |
If you are pleased with the tour, you can tip $2-$5 to the tour guide for a full day tour, $1-$2 to the driver. Tip a private guide more. |
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Cruises |
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Tour Guides |
Some cruises have an automatic tipping program totalling $10-$13 a day. Read our guidelines for tipping a cruise staff.
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