On Mon, 05 Apr 2004 10:06:06 -0400, the renowned Boris Mohar
wrote:

On Mon, 5 Apr 2004 19:21:28 +1000, "A.Gent" wrote:


"john johnson" wrote in message
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"John" wrote in message
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"WASHINGTON -- In a surprise move, the United States
will begin fingerprinting and photographing millions
of visitors from allied European and Pacific nations
who now are exempt from such procedures, Homeland
Security Department officials said Friday........

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Hi,
I'm from Australia, been to the US once before and would not be put
off coming back because of this. I think it's a good thing.

regards,

John

Likewise. Who cares about fingerprints?
I'm much more intimidated by the culture of tipping in the USA.

Jeff (in Sydney)


If you think tipping sucks than do not go anywhere where baksheesh
is extorted.

Service seems to be *way* better where *substantial* (not the Euro
practice of rounding up to the next even $1.25 after 15% has already
been involuntarily added to your bill) tipping is the norm. I
understand baksheesh can cut through red tape that we just have to
live with. shrug I've got no problem with tipping so long as I
understand the "rules". It's a little unclear when you're dealing with
a proprietor what you're supposed to do. If in doubt tip, and either
tip well or not at all (or just a penny/nickel if you really want to
show displeasure with terrible service) is my rule.

Best regards,
Spehro Pefhany
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