gottacruise2 Posted September 9, 2005 #1 Share Posted September 9, 2005 This may seem silly, but the last time I took a taxi was about 20 years ago in NYC. Can anyone give me a general idea of decent tip for a taxi driver on the island. We will be taking a taxi from the port to the Atlantis (myself, DH and our 2 DD), so I know the fare will run about $14-$18 (and I know to negotiate that before getting in). I just have no idea what type of tip to provide on top of that. Also would this apply to other islands? We will be taking a taxi from the port to Little Divi Bay in St. Marten also. Can you help?? Thanks so much - counting the days and getting VERY excited. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gottacruise2 Posted September 13, 2005 Author #2 Share Posted September 13, 2005 Help - I really need a little advise - anyone out there able to give me a clue?? :confused: Much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beverland Posted September 13, 2005 #3 Share Posted September 13, 2005 I usually give the driver a few extra bucks. If the trip is $12 - give them $15 or so. 20% may be the norm, although, on a short trip ($5), I still give them $3 or $4. Hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted September 13, 2005 #4 Share Posted September 13, 2005 I usually just round up.. so a $12 fare become $15 - $18 becomes $20 etc. For a $5 fare, I just add $1. I come from NYC where the norm is more like $.40 - $1. No need to be more extravagent just because you're on vacation. If you get a narrated tour from the driver, I add a couple dollars for his contribution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDinGA Posted September 14, 2005 #5 Share Posted September 14, 2005 Hello gottacruise2 I noticed on another thread that you are sailing on October 1st Glory so Let me invite you to the October 1st roll call. I noticed you had a 14 year old. I think if my memory serves me correctly that there are 2 other families already posting that have a 14 yr old daughter and a 14 yr old son. So if you see this come on over and meet us before you sail. Sorry for jumping in on this thread BTW :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gottacruise2 Posted September 14, 2005 Author #6 Share Posted September 14, 2005 Thanks to everyone for the "tipping tips" :D And JDinGA - thanks for the roll call invite - I will go over there right now. Wasn't sure since I was "new" to the boards if it would be ok for me to jump in on the roll calls - thanks for letting me know. I'll go post now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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