Dossier
Surcharges
Coverage of Surcharges in the Nexus archive.
- America’s tipping culture has gone from rewarding service to fee insanity
The article criticizes the evolution of tipping culture in the U.S., where tipping has shifted from a voluntary reward for service to mandatory fees and pooled gratuities. It highlights practices like automatic tip prompts at coffee shops, 'crew appreciation' charges on cruise ships, and restaurant surcharges, arguing these obscure pricing and reduce the personal appreciation aspect of tipping.
- Jet2 and other travel companies rule out surcharges and announce fixed prices - as American Airlines says rising cost of jet fuel will cost it $4 BILLION
Jet2 and other travel companies have committed to fixed pricing without surcharges, while American Airlines warns that rising jet fuel costs will cost the company $4 billion. The contrasting approaches highlight differing strategies in managing fuel price volatility.