And finally…French are world’s worst tippers

The results of the ‘tipping index’, a new survey conducted by Direct Line Travel Insurance at holiday hotspots including Barcelona, Las Vegas, Paris, Phuket and Ibiza, revealed nearly 30 per cent of those canvassed across 132 bars and restaurants singled out tourists from France as the worst at tipping.

This was compared to 20 per cent who pointed the finger at Britons.

Predictably, given their famed culture regarding the practice, Americans, topped the poll with 27 per cent of staff citing them as the most generous.

This was followed by German tourists who were voted the best by 21 per cent of the staff surveyed.

The index also found that the average tip received by bars and restaurants is 11 per cent, while Britons were typically found to give a 7 per cent tip.

“Tipping expectations vary hugely across the globe and reflect different cultures, attitudes and laws,” Tom Bishop, head of travel insurance at Direct Line, said.

“Many of us feel awkward and confused when it comes to tipping practices across the world.

“To avoid uncomfortable situations and causing offence abroad, do your research into the nuances of tipping in the country you are visiting, as practices can vary widely from country to country.”