Are you supposed to tip in French Polynesia?

To summarize, tipping in French Polynesia is not required nor expected! Unlike places in Canada and the United States, such as Calgary and San Diego, where servers are heavily reliant on receiving tips to have a livable wage, French Polynesia automatically factors in the cost of their staff's salary in your bill.



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Compared to the United States where tipping is always expected, regardless of the kind of service you receive, tipping is not required or expected in French Polynesia. It's similar to the culture in France and most places in Europe.

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Use of Credit and Debit Cards In Bora Bora, many lodging establishments, eateries, and retail stores accept credit and debit cards. Visitors should be warned, though, that some neighborhood shops and tiny sellers only accept cash.

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Much like in the U.S., in Mexico, it is customary to tip service workers in restaurants, hotels, and Ubers. The standard tip is 10% of the bill, but you can give more or less depending on the quality of service. Tipping is not required, but it is appreciated.

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For instance, 20–25% tips are the norm in restaurants. Many workers in Hawaii are paid less than minimum wage with tips factored into their regular pay similar to the US mainland. It can be considered rude to fail to tip or under tip your host or hostess.

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Water shoes make walking on sand easier, and they're easy to swim in, too. Don't skip them.

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Inside the resorts, local people in Tahiti dress in casual beachy attire: sundresses, tropical button-ups, khaki shorts and sandals. Outside the resorts, local people in Tahiti dress very casually: tee shirts, shorts and flip flops.

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Fish is the main staple of the Tahitian diet. Fish is often marinated in coconut milk before it is baked or grilled. Poisson cru is a very popular dish that consists of raw fish marinated in limejuice that is often served in a salad.

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The low season in Bora Bora falls between December and March. Visiting at this time is significantly cheaper in terms of accommodation. Not only can you get more bang for your buck but you'll be doing so without the crowds of other tourists that usually flood the island in high season.

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Japan. Unlike Spain, Japan is a country where you should not tip at all; it's actually offensive. In the majority of Japanese restaurants a bill is not brought to the table. Instead, payment is accepted at the bar, so even trying to leave a tip for the waiter can be tricky.

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Theft and other petty crime is most common in the capital Papeete. Make sure you keep a good grasp on your bag as you move around town, especially in crowded areas. The main streets with bars and clubs can get rowdy at night, so be careful, especially if you are a woman. Some beaches on Tahiti are a bit dangerous.

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Yes. It is safe to snorkel and swim with the sharks and stingrays in Moorea. However, a reminder that you are swimming in the ocean, so it's important to wear a life jacket if you're not a strong swimmer. And it's always a good idea to swim with a partner.

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