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Old Jun 21, 2017, 8:20 am
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Originally Posted by Misco60
But tipping is in Americans' DNA - they just can't help it, even in countries where it is unknown or even offensive to do so.

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Personally, I'd say that tipping in an airport lounge, especially in the UK, is tacky and embarrassing.
My thoughts exactly.

I very much doubt anyone would choose to tip a member of CC in a first class cabin (or indeed any other part of the aircraft) - so why in an airport lounge ?

I have very often been the beneficiary of outstanding service from personnel in various lounges and premium cabins, and am of firmly of the view that a few quiet, sincere words of appreciation towards the end of the visit/ flight are far more appropriate than cash.
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