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Tipping in Vanuatu
Tipping is not customary. No tipping. Village custom treats it as odd rather than generous.
At restaurants
What is customary: Tipping is not customary
Tour guides
On a “free” walking tour, the tip is the fare: about VUV1,000 per person.
On a paid tour, 10% of the price on top.
Not expected. Resorts run a shared staff fund instead — ask before handing cash to one person.
The money
Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV). Today 1 USD is 117.90 VUV.
Tipping in other countries
Customs vary by region, by venue and over time. Use your judgement and your eyes.