Laura’s tipping guidelines — when and where

Editor’s note: Yesterday, Laura explored the world of tipping. Here is the final half of her article where she deals with who should be tipped and how much. Did I say before that tipping can be complicated? One researcher thinks so. A professor of consumer...

Tipping while traveling — more questions than answers

With so much information easily accessible on the Internet, most travelers are still clueless about tipping. Many have no idea of how much they should tip and to whom? If you’re on a tour or a cruise, travelers receive guidelines and some of the tips are...

Is it too much to ask for an honest room service charge?

For many travelers, one of the nicest indulgences on the road is room service. Especially after a long day when even heading down to a hotel restaurant seems too stressful. But even with the best room services, there’s always one little extra stress: what to do...