In New Zealand there is no tipping expected at all . Small tips are appreciated but you will still get the same honest and excellent customer service whether tip is given or not .
Hello Megan, I’m Canadian 15% is in Québec …each province does have it’s own taxes … all different rate…to add up to invoice! I like your good content, full of good ideas 😊
GREAT TIPS! And I LOVE WISE! I am an American who lives in Italy and I work as a Tour Leader for Americans in Israel, Egypt, and Italy. I’ve been using WISE to make money transfers but the WISE card is also wonderful for international travel. I can load it with euros from my Italian bank for free and then literally in 10 to 15 seconds with the app I can convert it to a different local currency and then walk over to an ATM in Israel for example and pull out Israeli shekels with no fees. Also, if you travel to Europe, DO NOT USE EURONET ATMS!!! Unfortunately they are EVERYWHERE and especially if you’re American they will give you a HORRIBLE exchange rate. Find instead a bank ATM, use your American ATM card with your pin and when given the choice to use their exchange rate or “continue without conversion“, always choose “continue without conversion“. They will charge you usually a small fee and your bank back home will apply their conversion rate but it’s usually better than the one that you get at the ATM machine, but even the bank ATM rates are much much better than Euronet ATMs.
And you don’t need to tip at restaurants in Italy. Some in tourist areas know that Americans tip but you don’t need to. Most Italian restaurants will add a small usually 2 euro per person cover charge or “coperto”, which basically covers table service and usually bread. If you get exceptional service you could leave two or three euros but it is not expected. Be careful in tourist areas especially if something is suggested that is not on the menu, and I’ve also noticed that some tourist restaurants don’t put prices on drinks, and then charge like six dollars for a small Coke.
Actually, if you’re an American I also highly recommend getting the Apple card, which you can even pay for things with your watch, the physical card has no numbers on it which is safer if you have to hand it to someone since they can’t copy anything, and you get a 2% refund on everything you spend in dollars the next day if you pay with your iPhone or Apple Watch.
When I was in Kiev, I paid the rent on an apartment I found via Dobovo using dollars. It was within 2% of the official exchange rate and I had just arrived in Ukraine. Well worth it.
Enjoyed the heads up on these things. Most I already knew, but appreciate the info about Wise. Also people may want to keep in the mind process at the ATM. I was told to never let the local ATM do the conversion, but let your home bank do it because it ends up being cheaper. (I assume that's across the board application)
I’ve been loving your travel tips, but need to correct you regarding Bahamian currency. Our dollar is, and has been on par with USD…it’s dollar for dollar and you can pay in USD or BSD. The only issue which may arise is that depending on the amount of change received and where you’re making your purchase, you may not get all your change in USD. If you are near the end of your trip and end up with a lot of BSD you may end up heading home with it.
Tipping in Canada? Why, in the name of Jesus, would Canada adopt the same system as the USA which pays its workers a poverty wage? Non existant in the other big Commonwealth country.
Hi Megan, Thank You Very Much for Your Really Cool and Humble Down to Earth Videos, I have Learned So Much From Your Straight Forward and Honest Discussion about So Many Important Subjects and Topics. I Plan to Visit Central Europe Between the Last Week of December and the First Week of January 2023, I Plan to Spend New Year's in The City of Royal Beauty and Music 🎵 Vienna. On the Subject of Currency, I am Systemically Purchasing the Currency that I will Need From My Bank. Thank You for Your Excellent Advice and Observations During Your Wonderful and Exciting Travels. Thank You for Being So Caring and So Beautiful in All that You are Doing to Help All of Us Who Love You And Your Videos. By the Way, We All Love Your Little Puppy 🐶, So Adorable. Take Care and All The Best To You, Your Puppy 🐶, and Your Family, Respectfully And Sincerely, Ray Spoon Of Gardena.
Here in Italy tipping is not a common practice, you do it only if you think the service was really good. You do however pay a fee called "coperto", when you eat at a restaurant, which i usually from 1 to 3 euros per person.
I'm a US/UK dual national who has been living and working in the Bahamas for the past 7 years. The exchange rate in the Bahamian to US dollar is 1:1 and the currencies are used here interchangeably. Thus it doesn't matter whether you pay in American or Bahamian dollars as both will cost the same. I recommend bringing US dollars with you in the Bahamas as American dollars will be more useful after your visit to the Bahamas is over.
Here in Sweden tipping is very uncommon. Sometimes at a restaurant you may adjust to pay an even amount like 200 instead of 192. Taxis do not expect tips. Nor do hairdressers. People are paid living wages instead.
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Don't forget to get your first transfer of up to 500 GBP fee-free using Wise here: https://wi.se/portableprofessional
Who's paying 20% tip in Canada? I may just round my bill to the nearest dollar.
I always call my bank and my credit cards before I leave home!
Your pup is so cute
Your doggie is just precious!
Wise is fabulous!! Great customer service 🎉
In New Zealand there is no tipping expected at all . Small tips are appreciated but you will still get the same honest and excellent customer service whether tip is given or not .
Thanks for the tips. I'll look into Wise. We haven't tried that yet. 🌺 Heidi
There is no tipping in Hong Kong, except in a taxi you commonly round up a few dollars to an even amount. (1 HK dollar equals US 13 cents)
theres no tipping at all in japan!
🐶😍
i did that once, overpay learnt a valuable lesson there.
Hello Megan, I’m Canadian 15% is in Québec …each province does have it’s own taxes … all different rate…to add up to invoice!
I like your good content, full of good ideas 😊
In Brazil the service tax in restaurants is 10% , included in the bill. Although it is stated as voluntary, no one refuses to pay.
great stuff as always teef!
I'm in the US and we are definitely a tipping country. Our restaurant staff do not making a living wage.
NO Money Bill 🏫🚸
USA , tipping expected
GREAT TIPS! And I LOVE WISE! I am an American who lives in Italy and I work as a Tour Leader for Americans in Israel, Egypt, and Italy. I’ve been using WISE to make money transfers but the WISE card is also wonderful for international travel. I can load it with euros from my Italian bank for free and then literally in 10 to 15 seconds with the app I can convert it to a different local currency and then walk over to an ATM in Israel for example and pull out Israeli shekels with no fees. Also, if you travel to Europe, DO NOT USE EURONET ATMS!!! Unfortunately they are EVERYWHERE and especially if you’re American they will give you a HORRIBLE exchange rate. Find instead a bank ATM, use your American ATM card with your pin and when given the choice to use their exchange rate or “continue without conversion“, always choose “continue without conversion“. They will charge you usually a small fee and your bank back home will apply their conversion rate but it’s usually better than the one that you get at the ATM machine, but even the bank ATM rates are much much better than Euronet ATMs.
And you don’t need to tip at restaurants in Italy. Some in tourist areas know that Americans tip but you don’t need to. Most Italian restaurants will add a small usually 2 euro per person cover charge or “coperto”, which basically covers table service and usually bread. If you get exceptional service you could leave two or three euros but it is not expected. Be careful in tourist areas especially if something is suggested that is not on the menu, and I’ve also noticed that some tourist restaurants don’t put prices on drinks, and then charge like six dollars for a small Coke.
Actually, if you’re an American I also highly recommend getting the Apple card, which you can even pay for things with your watch, the physical card has no numbers on it which is safer if you have to hand it to someone since they can’t copy anything, and you get a 2% refund on everything you spend in dollars the next day if you pay with your iPhone or Apple Watch.
Really appreciate these great money tips. Thanks!
When I was in Kiev, I paid the rent on an apartment I found via Dobovo using dollars. It was within 2% of the official exchange rate and I had just arrived in Ukraine. Well worth it.
Enjoyed the heads up on these things. Most I already knew, but appreciate the info about Wise. Also people may want to keep in the mind process at the ATM. I was told to never let the local ATM do the conversion, but let your home bank do it because it ends up being cheaper. (I assume that's across the board application)
Thank you
Thanks!
I’ve been loving your travel tips, but need to correct you regarding Bahamian currency. Our dollar is, and has been on par with USD…it’s dollar for dollar and you can pay in USD or BSD. The only issue which may arise is that depending on the amount of change received and where you’re making your purchase, you may not get all your change in USD. If you are near the end of your trip and end up with a lot of BSD you may end up heading home with it.
Tipping is not part of Australian culture.
Tipping in Canada? Why, in the name of Jesus, would Canada adopt the same system as the USA which pays its workers a poverty wage? Non existant in the other big Commonwealth country.
In England, nobody tips in pubs.
Hi Megan, Thank You Very Much for Your Really Cool and Humble Down to Earth Videos, I have Learned So Much From Your Straight Forward and Honest Discussion about So Many Important Subjects and Topics. I Plan to Visit Central Europe Between the Last Week of December and the First Week of January 2023, I Plan to Spend New Year's in The City of Royal Beauty and Music 🎵 Vienna. On the Subject of Currency, I am Systemically Purchasing the Currency that I will Need From My Bank. Thank You for Your Excellent Advice and Observations During Your Wonderful and Exciting Travels. Thank You for Being So Caring and So Beautiful in All that You are Doing to Help All of Us Who Love You And Your Videos. By the Way, We All Love Your Little Puppy 🐶, So Adorable. Take Care and All The Best To You, Your Puppy 🐶, and Your Family, Respectfully And Sincerely, Ray Spoon Of Gardena.
Here in Italy tipping is not a common practice, you do it only if you think the service was really good. You do however pay a fee called "coperto", when you eat at a restaurant, which i usually from 1 to 3 euros per person.
Thank you, great tips. Beautiful and charming doggie 🥰
in belgium you do not have to tip
Love your Doggo!🥰
Just going through a splurge of your vids as my hols draw closer. All very useful. Cheers 🙂
I am from belgium and tipping is optional you can do it but you don't have to
NZ – no tipping here.
Wow….Beautiful dog
I'm bringing a bunch of local cash on my next long trip to Mexico.
Chasing down ATMs and paying fees got really old
On a foreign trip, if you had to choose between Charles Schwab card that reimburses ATM fees or a Wise travel card, which one would you use and why?
I'm a US/UK dual national who has been living and working in the Bahamas for the past 7 years. The exchange rate in the Bahamian to US dollar is 1:1 and the currencies are used here interchangeably. Thus it doesn't matter whether you pay in American or Bahamian dollars as both will cost the same. I recommend bringing US dollars with you in the Bahamas as American dollars will be more useful after your visit to the Bahamas is over.
Australia no tipping,unless exceptional service
Good advice and your dog is sooooo cute!!
Oh, so you're in Canada! That's even better!
I so love you doggie
Here in Sweden tipping is very uncommon. Sometimes at a restaurant you may adjust to pay an even amount like 200 instead of 192. Taxis do not expect tips. Nor do hairdressers. People are paid living wages instead.