willowbilly Posted January 9, 2011 #1 Share Posted January 9, 2011 doing the west bay beach break, do we need to tip on top of paying for the excursion? It seems like only a ride out and back which we pay for. Anyone know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will in sunny FL Posted January 9, 2011 #2 Share Posted January 9, 2011 On Roatan we do the Tayabana Beach snorkel trip which is at West Bay & do tip $1 for two bus/van riders going out as well as on the ride back. Again, the drivers do appreciate any tips & it might help the local economy. Enjoy Roatan's snorkeling ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandj Posted January 9, 2011 #3 Share Posted January 9, 2011 doing the west bay beach break, do we need to tip on top of paying for the excursion? It seems like only a ride out and back which we pay for. Anyone know? No you do not "need" to tip a driver. That is indeed what you paid for upfront. A drive to a beach. Tips in my mind are for services above and beyond what you pay for. If this was a guided tour, you could tip your guide if he/she did a great job and added a lot to your experience. Now, that being said, some people do give drivers a tip. Usually 10% or so. It is totally up to you and what you feel good about. But no need to worry that your choice is right or wrong here.;) The employees do make a salary based on their island standards. It isn't like waitresses in the states who depend on tips to at least make minimum wage. The U.S. is strange in that custom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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