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Old 08-28-2008, 11:28 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Question How much to tip driver...

for ride from CT to PVD, RI Airport??? I am getting a break on the price, so I really do want to be fair to the driver. It is approximately a 2 hour drive.

Any suggestions???
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What would the cost have been before your price break? Figure it out from that to be fair.
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i would say 20 to 25% of the origanal cost of the ride.
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I agree, base your tip on the original price, not the discounted rate.
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