If I agree on a price for a fare with the cab driver/dispatcher in advance for a ride from Las Americas to my hotel in Santo Domingo, will the driver also be expecting a tip like in the United States? If so, how much is appropriate?
No, he will not be expecting a tip. The current rate is $40 USD. There have been posted several ways you can save a few bucks but I really don't think the hassle is worth it.If I agree on a price for a fare with the cab driver/dispatcher in advance for a ride from Las Americas to my hotel in Santo Domingo, will the driver also be expecting a tip like in the United States? If so, how much is appropriate?
will the driver also be expecting a tip like in the United States?
"Expecting"? Prolly not. Would he appreciate one? Prolly so.
In all my years I've never understood the questions on tipping. The exchange rate is like 40 to 1 right now. Is 10% of a cab fare worth it to do the right thing and help someone along in a tough economy?
When in doubt, TIP....it goes a long way in making friends in a place where you are a foreigner.
If I agree on a price for a fare with the cab driver/dispatcher in advance for a ride from Las Americas to my hotel in Santo Domingo, will the driver also be expecting a tip like in the United States? If so, how much is appropriate?
No, but, unlike in the USA, the police ask for tips.will the driver also be expecting a tip like in the United States?
No, but, unlike in the USA, the police ask for tips.
If I agree on a price for a fare with the cab driver/dispatcher in advance for a ride from Las Americas to my hotel in Santo Domingo, will the driver also be expecting a tip like in the United States? If so, how much is appropriate?
I think when you are in a foreign country you should do what the people of that country do. Not import practices from other countries.
If I drive you from the airport to your destination for sure you'll hand me a good tip... I will try you same like a king, the way you have never been served in your country of origin, tips are always welcomes by the the taxi drivers.
I made good money out tips while driving cabs in DR, not only from foreigners but also from locals.
JJ
The problem with tipping is that it might get out of control. Sooner or later they will be expecting it and
they will use it to their advantage.Don't try to change the custom, instead learn to adjust.
Have you ever waited tables, tended bar or driven a taxi? Been a delivery person? It changes your perspective.
As the tip's given after the service is rendered and not prior to, it has no effect on the quality of the service. But if bachata's been your taxista and he's been informative, friendly and especially helpful wouldn't it feel good to give him a little something extra as a gesture of gratitude for a job not simply done but well done?