Articles tagged “tips”

Trump said he wants to exempt tips from taxes. While all types of tipped workers could benefit, hotel housekeepers are one of the largest groups potentially affected.

Take a page from the books of some experienced travel advisors from around the U.S. before you head out on your next adventure or business trip. We love the suggestion to swap out the hotel room's bar of soap with your favorite from home to start your day at ease.

Housekeepers encounter physical, safety, consistency and pay concerns no matter their boss, which is why the tipping initiative has received pushback for doing too little alongside praise for doing anything at all.

Some of our best friends are Canadians. We try to tag along whenever they go globe-trotting.

Three-quarters of Americans in the TripAdvisor survey said they consulted guidebooks on tipping advice, and that's a good thing because at least these travelers were making the effort to abide by local customs.

The numbers are likely on the high side given survey respondents’ tendency to portray themselves more positively than reality, but it’s housekeepers’ proximity to personal space that also leads to higher tips.

Cramped planes and boxed meals aren't just an annoyance for frequent fliers –- they also cause stress on the body and sleeping problems right when an employee needs to perform their best.

Award seats are harder to find than ever due to schedule cuts causing fewer flights and higher fares. This means mileage holders are fighting for a seat months before their travel dates.

This case study points out passenger strategies for dealing with customer service, using a smartphone to rebook, and knowing when it's time to give up and rent a car.

While most Americans look like they’re headed to the gym instead of an airport, flight attendants are required to look polished and have had to find trendy shoes that let you sprint to a closing gate too.