It ' s useful to have an adequate supply of cash for this purpose. The amounts suggested below reflect what is commonly offered for the services rendered, and should be increased or reduced depending on the overall quality of the service. Do not give a tip when a taxi driver runs up the meter beyond what it should read by deliberately driving the long way to your destination. You can write it on the bill or give in cash. For additional information on tipping, visitors may also want to visit the Original Tipping Page.
Many tourists rely on the services of a travel agent when planning their vacation.
For tips on working with travel agents, please visit the BBB Resource Library . As always, check with the local BBB before you buy. For a list of Better Business Bureaus throughout the United States and Canada, please visit our web site's Locate a BBB page. Finally, if you have any problems with a particular company, please file a complaint online with the Better Business Bureau. Travel package are prearranged vacations, sold through travel agents, that can offer anything from basic transportation and accommodation services, to more complete programs, featuring meals and sightseeing arrangements.