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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 8:43 am
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djk7
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Originally Posted by Jasper2009
Unfortunately thereīs always an exception: Lounges

- most lounges in the US donīt offer comp. alcoholic beverages, on top of paying for your drink (cash or drink chit) bartenders will often expect a $1 tip
- some lounges have shower facilities and the "housekeeping"/cleaning staff tend to very much appreciate a tip (very poorly paid staff), some people will also pay a "tip" to avoid having to wait to use the showers

Apart from that I think the only occasion where tips are generally expected is when you need wheelchair assistance and the staff helps you with collecting your luggage, carrying it around etc.
Porters/Sky Caps expect tips for helping with luggage.
Bars/restaurants - tip the same as outside the airport.
Lounge bars - In lounges where drinks are free, but not self-serve, read this thread. In a nutshell, some people do, others don't.
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