Travel TipsTipping
In China, tipping is not a common practice as in western countries; however, it is nonetheless appreciated if you do decide to tip.
With globalization, tipping has gradually been more accepted in tourism, such as in star-rated hotels, superior and western restaurants, particularly in international cities. One can tip tour guides, drivers, porters, cleaners, bellboys and waiters as a token of your gratitude for their exceptional services. Remember that tipping to taxi drivers and waiters in hostels, small cafes and tea houses is not needed.
As to the amount of tipping, it all depends on the quality of services and your generosity. Usually 10%-15% of the service charge is appropriate. In some higher-end restaurants and hotels, this amount of tipping fee is often already included in the guests' expenditures. For the tour guides, 1-10 dollars a day is acceptable. While for other services, 1-5 dollars is enough.
