Bali politician urges locals to tip workers while foreign tourists get better service
An Indonesian senator from Bali called for domestic tourists to start tipping after claiming foreigners receive preferential treatment on the island.
Senator compares local and foreign visitors
I Gusti Arya Wedakarna, a Regional Representative Council senator from Bali, released a video urging Indonesian tourists to normalize giving tips. He stated that Balinese people appear more excited when serving foreigners than they do for domestic visitors. The politician suggested this difference in treatment stems from a psychological reason regarding how locals are treated.
Critics question the comparison made
The senator noted that some local friends never leave tips and often bargain too much with workers. He added that these visitors also want a lot from the staff they hire. This statement triggered a backlash across Indonesia as people questioned why domestic tourists are treated differently.
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