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Tipping for Travel Services

How to tip for travel services, from luggage assistance to restaurant recommendations

Tipping for Travel Services
Rick Lew
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Tipping the Skycap

Average Tip
$1 to $2 a bag.

Exceptional Circumstances
If he tapes up an overstuffed suitcase or skips over other customers to get you to the gate on time, tip $5 to $20.

Things to Consider
At some airports and airlines, skycaps can make seat requests. If yours gets you the exit row, tip $5 to $10.


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