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Re: No flowers, especially when going to a hotel...
nkaufman1980 287 reads
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Thanks for the info. Myself had the same question.

Hi TER community!

I'm newly signed up and, accordingly, 100% noob.

A basic question: in addition to providing discretely the agreed upon donation to a provider, I would appreciate any guidelines about an optional gratuity -- whether monetary, including either cash or gift cards, or material -- such as a flower.  Are such gratuities common place / customary?  Or, are they rare?

Any insights, thoughts, comments would be greatly appreciated!

...No chocolates either.  The best 'gift' you can give is to show up on time, freshly showered and with the right donation.

Thanks for the info. Myself had the same question.

I usually bring extra cash and leave a tip in the bathroom before I leave and the amount depends on how much I enjoyed myself and how long the session was.
I think most guys either leave cash or a gift card, you could always look on the ladies website, they almost always have a list of gifts they like.
But again don't feel obligated too leave one.

....flowers or anything else that is intended to make life nicer, easier, more beautiful for her is ALWAYS welcome and highly thought of. Clients who do little things like this (in addition to behaving like an adult raised in a civilized society) are always bookmarked by ALL of us as special and remembered. Nice guys finish last because they get more on dates from their providers.  

Unless you are pursuing crack heads just looking for someone to get in and out as fast as possible because they want volume business not good business, you will never go wrong being thoughtful when it comes to providers. Too many guys act like just showing up on time and being clean (you know, like one would expect from an adult raised in a civilized society) IS the big deal. Makes many of us wonder exactly what kind of providers they pursue that the minimum standard for adult behavior is an exception and not the rule in their world.

Treat a provider like a human deserving consideration and value for being a team player on Team You, and you will never go wrong. We know who the nice guys are and we remember. Don't let anyone lie to you and tell you otherwise. If they don't know, its because they weren't.

Posted By: Samois
....flowers or anything else that is intended to make life nicer, easier, more beautiful for her is ALWAYS welcome and highly thought of.
This Q comes up fairly often. Replies to the earlier threads as well as replies below show that attention getting gifts are NOT always welcome. Whether it is in a hotel ("Oooh! Who is that guy with the big bouquet going to visit?!!") or at a private residence (nosy neighbors wondering "Hmmm. Another gentleman caller with a big box of chocolates ... and she told me that she does custom tailoring. Who brings their tailor chocolates?!!"

repeat visits, as opposed to one and one, then it is nice to bring a little gift the first time, anyways.

I like to bring a piece of jewelry ($50-100 range) such as a pendant or bracelet because they are small and discreet, and gals love jewelry.  You can be sure she'll have it forever and think of you when she sees it.

Other good gifts are candles, accessories, or check her site for a wish list.

As for the tip, that is an entirely different matter.  If you felt that the service was above and beyond the call of duty, then do leave a tip if you are so inclined.  20% or so.  It is NOT mandatory.

What about an egift card to a store listed on the provider's site? Better to send the card before or after service?

I guess it would be hard to generalize the rarity of gifts and tips. I would say I get gifts more often than I get tips. Most ladies have wishlists or things they like on their website. I think it is important to think of the circumstances when gifting something.  

I once had a client give me a crystal bowl. That was fine because I was at home but if I was touring, it would be cumbersome to pack it in my luggage. Vanilla visas are always nice because they can be spent anywhere and you can load pretty much any amount on it. They are portable as well. Flowers in general are a no no. It might seem nice but they might attract attention in a hotel and if a provider is leaving, she might not be able to take them with her.

We definitely can't go wrong with gift cards, cash or other items from a lady's wish list.  I agree that flowers draw far too much attention whether at a hotel or at a private incall location.  Having the neighbors spot various men coming along with bouquets of flowers is going to raise some eyebrows.  I'd much rather a gentleman carry a briefcase, backpack or folder of some sort to give any onlookers the impression of a businesslike visit.

or perhaps a carry-on bag as these would be expected & draw no attention in hotels & conference centers.  Perhaps a re-useable shopping bag as if you stepped out for some items?  (Reuseable as in non-see through.)      

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