Re: Tipping, Was: Re: Ralph Nader and Cafe Luna

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From: Dexter Medley
Date: Thu, 04 Aug 1994 21:00

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>Glen Foster <foster@seismo.CSS.GOV> wrote:
>> Tipping is an interesting phenomenon. It seems that nobody likes it
>> but I have yet to hear of an acceptable alternative.

In most European countries, restaurant bills include 15% gratuity by law,
and tipping is not necessary. Local customs usually call for leaving  any
small change, and a small amount for extraordinary service. It sure does
make life a lot simpler when traveling, and I've never heard anyone
European or visitor) complain about the method.

-- Larry

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