Archive for the Etiquette Category

02.17.2009

Do you tip a massage therapist if you have a gift certificate?

LB asked: I’ve never been before and my husband bought me a two hour massage and ******. What do I expect? I really don’t feel comfortable with being completely undressed.

12.24.2008

If you go to a private masseuse, do you tip them? They work for themselves and massage at their home?

cellularphoneanalyzer asked: I am getting a massage from a certified massage therapist that works out of their home. It is not sexual/sensual whatsoever, but I don’t know if a tip is necessary afterwards since she keeps all the money. At a spa, I always tip because she’s only making so much per hour that [...]

10.7.2008

are you suppposed to tip a massage therapist if she has her own busines out of her home?

James W asked: Im getting a massage at a home business - I was wondering if a have to tip

09.27.2008

would you want a “surprise” massage in your home as a gift?

dundi asked: A massage therapist at your door on your birthday with a massage table. Already paid for. (nonsexual, very professional)