In Reply to: gifts for staff posted by wcb on Monday, 21. February 2005 at 21:54 Bali Time:
The best ideas if your not sure is to have a look at Filos site "gifts for all occassions" excellent best list ive seen. I usually collect up things over a period. ie where ive become friendly with some of the stall owners i have taken them bath/body gift packs plus clothes. at the hotel have bought cokes etc for the pool guys, given money to the guys that clean the rooms as they are on a very min. wage. Presents for my driver and family. Usually always collect up all the coins and also leave. Any left over shampoo/creams etc coffeee alcohol give to the hotel staff have had to write a note before to prove that i had given them the things. we probably put in a few $ between us each day with a note on pillow or bed "Terima Kasih". Once when had a villa type room at a hotel and had half the hotel guests and kids back to the room and all had room service plus cocktails we left quite a big tip as the room was like a disaster zone. Its all a personal choice but a small amt of money for us makes a big difference to their life. i must say its not expected but even in my job where people leave gifts or cards it is nice to know your sometimes appreciated.....