Sometimes, restaurants, hotels and bars apply a service charge, which is meant to be split amongst the staff. This may not happen so you might want to tip more, in cash, to reward good service. If no service charge is included at a restaurant, add 10-20 percent of the total to the bill.
Tipping in bars is not always expected, but if received will ensure quick service with a smile next time you buy a round!
In hotels, consider tipping early on during your stay for the same reason. You can tip bellboys, valet parkers or porters about AED5-10 ($1.36 – 2.72) a time. If you want to tip cleaners, leave AED20-30 ($5.44-8.16) in your bedroom at the end of your stay.
Taxi drivers don’t expect a tip but you could round up to the next AED5 ($1.36).
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