05/19/2026
✈️ Travel Tip Tuesday
One of the most overlooked parts of travel? Tipping. From restaurant staff and bartenders to hotel housekeeping, bellhops, concierges, airport shuttle drivers, porters, private drivers, tour guides, cruise staff, pool attendants, spa staff, photographers, yacht crews, golf caddies, ski valets, and even your travel advisor so many people behind the scenes help make your trip smoother, easier, and more enjoyable. A little appreciation can go a long way while traveling 🌍💛
Here are a few quick tipping reminders while traveling:
• Restaurant staff: 15–25%
• Bartenders: $2–3 per drink
• Hotel housekeeping: $5–10 per night
• Bellhop: $2–5 per bag
• Concierge: $10–50 depending on request
• Valet: $3–7
• Airport shuttle drivers: $1–3 per bag
• Porters: $2–5 per bag
• Tour guides: $5–20 per person/day
• Cruise staff: $5–10 per day
• Private drivers/chauffeurs: 15–20%
• Pool/beach attendants: $5–10 per day
• Spa services: 15–25%
• Photographers: $5–10
• Golf caddies: $25–50 per round
And don’t forget one of the best ways to thank your travel advisor is referrals and loyalty 🤍
Credit to Executive Travel and Steve’s 2026 Ultimate Travel Tipping Guide for the inspiration and full guide.