Many visitors to the Ukraine will wonder if they are suppose to tip people that offer them a service just like they would in their home lands. While tipping in the Ukraine used to be something that was not done, in recent years it has begun to develop. Because of the introduction of the more modern entertainment and restaurant establishments that have begun to come up in the Ukraine because of the large amounts of Western clientele that are visiting the Ukraine things have changed.
Today in the Ukraine you are expected to tip on the average of about 5-10 percent in a Ukrainian establishment. In the establishments that are more upscale you will find that tipping is more along the lines of what you are used to in your homeland of about 15% of your total bill. There are times and establishments that will include the tip in the bill so make sure to check before you over tip. If you are unsure if the tip is included as the waiter or the manager for assistance.
Drivers are not usually tip, but if you feel he has done an excellent job you are allowed to tip and the tip will be greatly appreciated by the driver.
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The country is now referred to as “Ukraine” and not “the Ukraine”. Thanks.