For private drivers and guides, 100-200 pesos (5-10 USD) per person for a full-day service is standard. Bus drivers on group tours receive 50-100 pesos (2-5 USD) per person. For short transfers, rounding up or adding 20-50 pesos is appropriate.
Gas station attendants (all stations are full-service) receive 10-20 pesos for pumping gas and checking fluids. Car wash attendants receive 20-50 pesos depending on the service level. Parking valets (comes acomodadores) receive 20-50 pesos.
Spa therapists receive 10-20% of the treatment cost. Salon and barber services follow similar guidelines. Delivery drivers for food or packages receive 20-50 pesos depending on distance and order size.
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