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Old Nov 25, 2013 | 4:26 am
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Originally Posted by layz
Would I be correct in saying local custom dictates that you don't tip the barman, unlike the AA lounges where you effectively have to pay for your free drinks?
Definitely not a tipping culture, unlike in US Admirals Clubs. Like CCR it does sometimes happen, and money is accepted if done very discreetly, but certainly not expected or in any way the norm. I did it once for truly exceptional service in The Wing, but that very much a once-off.
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