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Tipping etiquette during poor economic times
By Dana Gornitzki
Just because tough times call for leaner spending, there is no excuse to cut back on tips when you do consume. Basic etiquette must kick in, and your judgement only calls for common sense.
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Tipping with comfort
by Jay Remer
Curious readers appear to be occupied with the subject of tipping; How do we graciously go about handing out gratuities, both in restaurants and other public establishments and also during the upcoming holiday season to individuals in various service industries who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to make our lives just that much more pleasant. Establishments might also include hotels, salons, taxi services and couriers. Individuals might include household staff - gardeners, housekeepers, pet sitters, trash collectors and newspaper carriers.
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Part two of the etiquette tipping series: Italy, Spain and Portugal
By Emyr Thomas
In the first part of the etiquette tipping series, we looked at customs in the UK, France and the USA.
Now, let's take a look at how service and gratuities are dealt with in Italy, Spain and Portugal:
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Part one of the etiquette of tipping series: UK, USA and France
By Emyr Thomas
Tipping can be socially awkward, cause endless embarrassment and be highly inconsistent and irrational especially since it is based on the amount of a transaction instead of the quality of service.
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Thank you for welcoming MIEN Magazine's Charm School with such warmth and enthusiasm. We have enjoyed meeting so many charming ladies and gentlemen, and look forward to many more delightful sessions with you in 2012. We shall be hosting a lovely selection of classes and events, and would love to keep in close contact with you so we can update you with our news. Please do watch this space and sign up to our newsletter for more updates.
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