What is the best currency for tipping in St Lucia?

Since the exchange rate is a fixed rate, it doesn't matter whether you tip in US or EC dollars. By the way, in St. Lucia, when someone quotes you a price, unless they specifically say that they are talking in US dollars, they almost always speak in EC dollars.



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The average traveler can expect to pay $150-$400 per day when visiting St. Lucia. This means the cost of a week in St. Lucia will be, on average, between $1,000 to $2,800 per person or more.

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Plan on leaving $5 per bag when tipping a bellman and $5 per day of your stay housekeeping services. In resort restaurants, tipping approximately $2 to $3 per person is acceptable. In higher-end restaurants, plan on a $5 tip at a minimum.

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While tipping is allowed at some resorts, it is optional, so you won't have to worry about staff pressuring you to do so. You don't have to feel bad about not being able to or wanting to tip everyone.

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Tap water in Saint Lucia is chlorinated and considered safe to drink. However, it's best practice for travelers to drink bottled water anyways to avoid the possibility of ingesting bacteria or other microorganisms.

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It is usually possible to negotiate with vendors in Saint Lucia, though the extent to which you will be successful depends largely on the vendor themselves. In general, it is best to try to negotiate prices for items that are not fixed, such as souvenirs or handmade goods.

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“It is not customary to tip at a continental breakfast that is served buffet-style,” Bergen says. “It is customary and appreciated to tip during breakfast when there is a server who takes your order or serves coffee and juice.”

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Hotel or not, if a restaurant charges a “service fee”, that is the tip, and you are not expected to tip on top of that. The gratuity line is there because you can tip more if you want to, if the service was really impressive.

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The expenses covered in a resort fee can vary from hotel to hotel, as each property has the ability to choose what's covered by the charge. While resort fees may include certain hotel services, amenities, and access to different areas, they do not include tips or gratuity for hotel staff.

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In general, it is recommended to tip $1-2 per person, or $5-10 if you have a larger group. However, if the driver goes above and beyond in their service, it is worth mentioning that a larger tip may be appropriate.

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It's common for all-inclusive resorts to include gratuity in the upfront cost. This amount is typically shared among the staff. However, tipping those who provide exceptional service during your stay is customary and should be part of your travel plans.

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Important Things To Pack For Your St. Lucia Vacation
  • Swimsuit and a cover-up. ...
  • Water shoes. ...
  • Hat, shades, and bug spray. ...
  • Lightweight fabrics you can layer. ...
  • Waterproof jacket and bag. ...
  • Bring lots of sunscreen -SPF 25 or higher and protect your lips with an SPF lip balm. ...
  • Don't forget your camera and an extra memory card or two.


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The average traveler can expect to pay $150-$400 per day when visiting St. Lucia. This means the cost of a week in St. Lucia will be, on average, between $1,000 to $2,800 per person or more.

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Prohibited Imports
  • Counterfeit currency and coins.
  • Food unfit for human consumption.
  • Indecent or obscene prints, paintings, photographs, books, cards, lithographic or other engravings, pornographic records, videos or any other indecent articles or matter.
  • Matches which contain white or yellow phosphorus.


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