tip

Other countries, other customs, that also applies to tipping. What is too much, too little, and is there anyway? Wise is who informs himself about the local customs.

Australia:
Until a few years ago, it was quite common not to tip. Meanwhile, good service is rewarded as we have by tipping at our discretion.
China:
Even if tipping has no tradition here and in many cases is still insulting outside of internationally oriented hotels - in the tourist centers, more and more Western customs are now accepted. About 10 percent are considered tipping reasonable, for extra good service may be more.
India:
In tourist restaurants, the tip makes up a large part of the wage. That's why you're right about ten percent. For everyday services (driver, maid, porter) 10 rupees are common.
In Japan Tipping is not common.
But who would like to acknowledge good service, can either resort to small gifts or
Tip 1-2 Euro for special services. In restaurants and bars with foreign employees tips are gladly accepted.
Canada:
15 percent are the rule, even for bartenders and taxi drivers. The porter gets a dollar.
Cuba: US dollars are coveted in Cuba, usually giving 10 percent tip and one dollar for porters, about three dollars a week for the maid. The restaurant costs between one and three dollars, depending on the amount of the bill.
Mexico:
10 to 15 percent tip (propina) is expected everywhere. It is an important part of the income for the operating staff. Porters or room service get three to four pesos.
In Thailand: or Malaysia you have long been set very western. Most restaurants charge a service charge of 10 percent. Less than 10 baht tipping is considered insult.
UNITED STATES: When it comes to tip, the United States is probably the most expensive. Between 15 and 20 percent of the invoice amount is expected as a tip. Reason is the low basic earnings of the service.

Expensive cruise

On the sea different rules apply than on land, on classic cruises you have to allow for tips additionally 10 to 15 percent of the travel price as a tip. On some ships, such as the Aida club ships, the guest can now decide for himself whether he tipping or not.