Tip/gifts

[DaRev]

To paraphrase an old adage "Gifts pass the test - but cash is BEST" - If there is someone that you know, and they've let you know what they would like you to bring - great - otherwise you can't go wrong with a tip..

[Kritter]

A few years ago, I arrived in Jamaica on a holiday and all the stores were closed. I asked the fellow who carried my bags to my room where I was going to be able to find a new sim card for my cell phone, he excused himself and was back in less than 10 minutes with a sim card for my phone. I have never seen anyone as happy as him when I gave him a brand new Corona baseball cap! I agree that most of them would prefer money, but I usually bring a few gifty items along if I have room. The ladies at the craft market always ask me if I have something to trade for their wares.

[Rum-polephoreskin]

Thanks Critter, that sounds astute.
I've heard that elsewhere (don't remember where) about baseball caps.



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