Money and costs
Daily budgets, cards and cash, tipping and typical prices.
Iceland · Money and costs
Tipping in Iceland
Restaurants in Iceland do not expect tipping. A tip is optional and reserved for service that clearly goes beyond the usual.
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Iceland · Money and costs
How Much Does a Trip to Iceland Cost?
Iceland's daily cost depends mainly on three choices: where you sleep, whether you cook your own meals, and whether you rent a car.
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Portugal · Money and costs
Tipping in Portugal
Tipping in Portugal is optional, and most visitors tip less than they would in the United States.
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Sweden · Money and costs
Tipping in Sweden
Tipping in Sweden is voluntary. The local word is dricks, and no law or wage rule requires it.
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Japan · Money and costs
Using Cash and Cards in Japan
Japan accepts cards at most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops in cities, but independent travelers still need yen (¥) for a good part of everyday spending.
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Japan · Money and costs
Tipping in Japan and How to Show Thanks
Japan does not expect tips at restaurants, taxis, bars, or most hotels.
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Sweden · Money and costs
Paying by Card and Cash in Sweden
Sweden is a card and phone-app country, but cash has not disappeared.
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Spain · Money and costs
Tipping in Spain
Tipping in Spain is customary but optional, and most diners leave much less than travelers from the United States or the United Kingdom might expect.
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