Originally Posted by
Often1
To the extent that it is your first time dealing with the concierge, make sure he knows that you're going to take care of him quite nicely on arrival.
May I ask as an innocent in these sorts of things, how exactly do you put this bribe into words. "And hey, buddy, book this table for us and I'll give you 50 cents.' Or, 'Book these theatre seats and I'll be eternally grateful.' ???