Tipping. Tipping in Barbados is discretionary and should reflect the service you have received, however, a service charge of between 10 to 15% is typically added to your bill in hotels and restaurants.
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Preparing The Trip: CurrencyIts rate to other currencies fluctuates daily based on their fluctuations relative to the U.S. Dollar. On your travels around Barbados you will find that US currency is accepted across the island, and most stores and restaurants accept major credit cards.
It really depends where you go to shop to find things expensive. You won't have a problem bringing tea, coffee, Cereals and biscuits but you can forget bringing any kind of meat or poultry cos you need to get a licence to bring anything in like that.
The Barbados dollar (BD$) is the local currency in Barbados and is tied in value to the US dollar. It is advisable to exchange currency at the bank, as the most favourable exchange rates may not be obtained elsewhere. Many establishments will accept payments in US Dollars with change being given in local currency.