Do you negotiate prices in Italy?
Do you negotiate prices in Italy? Prices Are Negotiable… To a Point. Most vendors—unless they are from a brick-and-mortar store—will haggle a little on prices. Don't expect them to go down 50%, but they might go down 10% or so.
What is a better way to say discount?
Synonyms of discount (noun reduction in cost) allowance. concession. decrease. deduction.
Do you tip gondola drivers?
(While not required or even expected, if your gondolier does the full 35 minutes and entertains you en route, a 5–10 percent tip is appreciated; if he's surly or rushes through the trip, skip it.)
How do you say cash in Italy?
- ( coins, notes) soldi mpl ? denaro. in cash in contanti. £200 in cash 200 sterline in contanti. ...
- ( immediate payment) to pay cash down pagare in contanti. cash with order/on delivery (business) pagamento all'ordinazione/alla consegna.
- ( informal) (money) quattrini mpl.
Should I take cash or card to Venice?
Because of these fees, avoid using your credit card for ATM withdrawals or cash advances (use a debit or cash card instead). Venetian merchants prefer MasterCard and Visa, but American Express is usually accepted in popular tourist destinations.
Do you tip in Italy?
If you ask locals “Do you tip in Italy?”, they'll explain that while they sometimes leave a small tip, it's generally not necessary. In Italy, gratuity (or una mancia, pronounced oo-nah MAN-chah) is considered a bonus for exceptional service. And it's not often that you'll find a tip jar at a register.