Fairynuff

2 minutes ago, Ralf001 said:

Obvious in that I wont be guilt tripped into paying a tip ?

No, obvious that you really don’t care, particularly about people less fortunate than yourself.

59 minutes ago, StayinThailand2much said:

LOL. How do I know about her heart? But yes, efficient and good service deserves tipping. Depends on my order, though. If I ordered for, say, 120 baht, no way I'd tip 30 baht. Anyone who tips more than 10 to 15% is in my eyes either a sucker, or filthy rich, and I'm neither.

 

Yeah you’d have to be filthy rich to leave more than 12 baht tip.

1 minute ago, Ralf001 said:

Dont care to be honest.

That’s pretty obvious.

53 minutes ago, FruitPudding said:

Not always.

 

I recently tipped 50 baht for a haircut (one of the few things I tip for anymore) after politely thanking him for a good job and the traditional-looking old Thai bloke took it without any sign of appreciation whatsoever.

 

Was he too proud to show appreciation for the tip?

 

Was it not enough?

 

Did I insult him by thinking he needed more than the normal rate?

 

Japanese people, for example, are insulted by tipping.

 

I dunno. Anyway, next time I might not bother with that guy.

I’ve lost count of the times I’ve regretted leaving a tip. I don’t want anyone to grovel, that’s not why I tip, but to feel like you’ve done something wrong is not on! 

4 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

Ive done not very well paid jobs. Nobody gave me a tip.... for doing the job I was being paid to do.

Am I supposed to be sympathetic ? Am I supposed to understand why you’re stingy? Am I supposed to care?

5 hours ago, Scouse123 said:

in your opinion!

Fact.

1 hour ago, AlQaholic said:

I do not know the nationality of the OP, but this is usually a question asked by US citizens. Until recently, being European, I have always been confused why Americans always are so worried about how much to tip. I was shocked to find out that in the US, the tip is actually a significant part of the staff income for restaurants in the US, which is completely different from how we do it in Europe. In Europe, you get a proper salary, protected by unions and the law. No need for a tip, although it is always welcome.

Here in Thailand I don't sit around trying to calculate percentages, just give some of what is left as change, like 20 - 40 baht, or for bigger occasions a 50 - 100 baht. For a roadside stall, no tip is expected. For maids and handymen no tip is expected, but I usually give the handymen something they can repair and use or sell, like an old aircon unit or a broken spinbike/treadmill.

A blanket Europeans don’t tip is utter nonsense on a continent of 500 million people.

1 hour ago, KannikaP said:

What is 'above & beyond' in a haircutting situation? 

My barber is Bht 60, and I always give him 60, and a thank you. Same as his Thai customers do.

Would it kill you to give 80 baht? Just because you haven’t seen a Thai person give a tip doesn’t mean some don’t. Just another attempt at justifying stinginess IMO

3 hours ago, rwill said:

In general most Thai's don't tip.

 

Weird because I see Thais tipping regularly 

3 hours ago, Scouse123 said:

No it doesn't and you are putting western values on it. Over here you are forgotten as soon as you walk out the door.

 

Tipping was not an expected thing and WAS brought here by the Americans. Let's not go down the American values system about ' they are working their way through college and blah blah ' this is not the USA.

 

Nor is tipping common in Vietnam or Cambodia and certainly not in Singapore and it's insulting in Japan.

 

If it makes you feel better, then do it, however it is not the norm. You also now, because of these ' imported traits '  may have noticed all of a sudden, the not so subtle boxes, in the back of taxis announcing ' tips ' and appearing at reception areas in hotels and even bars. We have moved from ' gratuitous to expected '

 

They've jumped on to something and the natural state of progression is then to pull faces at the person behind their back when they don't give or live up to expected tipping practices for what can be at times, poor service.

Whether it’s the norm or not is irrelevant, it’s absolutely right to tip for good service and it will always be appreciated. Those who are so vehemently against tipping are just too stingy.

7 hours ago, Captain Monday said:

How much do Indians tip? Chinese?

What difference does that make to you?

On 8/19/2023 at 6:56 PM, Ralf001 said:

Already paid to do their job, why should I spunk more on top ?

Because it would make decent person feel good to show appreciation for someone doing a not very well paid job. 

On 8/19/2023 at 6:37 PM, Jingthing said:

Round up or nothing for cheap meal.

20 baht per person for a modest meal.

30 to 50 baht per person for an expensive meal.

Forget percentages. You're not in Kansas anymore.

If service charge has been added, then it gets tricky as often the restaurant just takes that money.

Spot on.

On 8/19/2023 at 6:31 PM, Lacessit said:

Tipping is not expected in Thailand

It definitely is dependent on the type of place 

On 8/19/2023 at 6:12 PM, scubascuba3 said:

Op are you American? Thailand isn't America, forget what you do back there, don't be preoccupied by tipping

It’s not about being preoccupied, it’s about doing the decent thing and helping people who are most likely not as well off as you.

20 hours ago, BenStark said:

I booked an economy flight with Emirates, I checked yesterday on the website how much it would be to upgrade to business from Bangkok to end destination and it said 42.000 baht.

Today I received an email that I was "selected" for an upgrade at promotional price, but I have to be fast to accept of course./

 

Bangkok to Dubai 26462 Baht, and Dubai to end destination 31754 baht, total for the whole flight = 58216 baht.

The promotion will not give me access to business lounge, extra luggage or extra miles.

 

So I checked again through manage my booking, and now the price for upgrading the total flight is 49000 baht, 7000 more than yesterday, but still 9000 baht less than the "promotional" price, and with all benefits included.

 

I guess I must be missing something?

Nope, it’s just Emirates being Emirates. I was loyal to them for 10 years, but it’s a one way loyalty and having watched the standard of service drop through the floor my loyalty is gone.

7 minutes ago, bob smith said:

awww. jealous by any chance?

Oh you got me. I really want to be just like you

21 hours ago, bob smith said:

Im talking about real girls here,

not the bar girl variety.

 

But office girls, young ones.

slightly white shade of skin,

wearing glasses

big butts

speaky english well.

 

These girls are the best Thailand has to offer.

She knows how to work hard,

she doesnt mind paying the bill

and she goes like the clappers in the sack when she gets home.

 

They are the hottest of the hot imo

that is also worldwide

theres nothing more sexy than an educated Thai woman in her work attire 

 

yes, please baby, i want some more!!! ????

Well that’s a minute of my life I’ll never get back.

He’s miserable now. Why should I be made to feel the same?

He’s just too much of a threat to the old guard's grip on power and money. They’re not about to give that up.

15 hours ago, metisdead said:

Some offensive posts contravening our Community Standards have been removed.

But most of the anti Indian “jokes” are still here.

5 hours ago, PingRoundTheWorld said:

Jokes about Indians

In a forum populated by a majority of old immigrants who think they’re expats, this form of racism is par for the course.

4 minutes ago, KhunLA said:

First time, 15 ish years ago, when visiting Dr Oat, at his townhouse, only 1000 baht.  Used once or twice a year for about 10 yrs.  He is excellent.  Last year, wife's visit was 3500 baht, at newest location.

 

I posted earlier of a Chiro @ HH, not used, but others seem quite happy.

I see what you mean by expensive!

2 hours ago, KhunLA said:

Dr Oat ... you won't be disappointed, till you pay.  He is a bit expensive, unless having insurance.  Request him only, as he may have other on staff.

 

I've only used him, so can't comment on anyone else, if on premises.

 

He won't touch you till you get X-rays and bring the snaps with you, or your med records.   Or he'll send to get w/referral.  

https://doctoroat.com/

Gmap

 

Could you define “ a bit expensive “ please”! I’m often in Hua Hin so if you have a recommendation for someone there I’d appreciate it too.

edit, just noticed that you said you haven’t used anyone in HH