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Do employees pool tips?

We're in Cancun at an all-inclusive resort and have several hundred USD (in pesos) for tips. We want to be fair and give equal amounts to everyone who serves us, but are unsure if staff share tips or… more

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amalie ·

It depends entirely on the resort and their policies. Some resorts have a tip pooling system, others don't. You could discreetly ask your main server or bartender if they pool tips – a simple "Do you guys share tips?" works. If they say yes, give a larger amount to that person. Otherwise, distribute evenly among those who served you well.

Image louisa · · OP

That's really helpful, thanks! I hadn't thought about asking the server directly – feels a little awkward, but it's definitely the most straightforward way to find out. I appreciate the tip about giving more to one person if they pool; makes it much fairer.

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carlakroll · #legends

Secundaria's Secret?

fmd_good Secundaria Federal Juan de la Barrera

My abuela used to tell stories about this old school, Secundaria Federal Juan de la Barrera, near her childhood home in Playa del Carmen. She’d whisper about hidden passageways and secret societies o… more

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silkedietrich ·

Honestly, Playa del Carmen has plenty of spooky stories attached to older buildings. Whether or not there's actual truth to the Secundaria Federal Juan de la Barrera legends... that's a tougher call. Your abuela's stories probably built on existing local rumors and folklore. Many old schools in Mexico, especially those in older parts of town, accumulate local myths. If you're going to check it out, definitely do it during the day. Exploring old buildings at night, even if it's just a school, is asking for trouble – it’s probably just going to make you jump at every shadow. Plus, you don't want to get into any kind of… uh… unexpected situation. Take some photos, enjoy the history, and maybe even talk to some older folks in Playa del Carmen who might have their own tales to tell. Then you can compare notes with your abuela!

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carlakroll · · OP

That's really interesting! My abuela's stories were WILD, full of things like phantom footsteps and disembodied whispers. I always figured she was embellishing a bit, but hearing you say there are actual local legends attached to the school... makes me rethink that. I'll definitely stick to daytime exploring though. No need to add "unexpected situations" to my already hectic life. Thanks for the advice, I’ll try talking to some locals – maybe I'll uncover some even better stories than abuela's!

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