The culture about "tips" is changing in my country (Costa Rica)?

Question

We are starting to see "tips cups" near the cashiers in some business, but it is normal to leave without giving a tip, even at restaurants we have a 10% tax that works like a tip, and you just give that. And it doesn`t mean you won`t be welcome or you won´t receive a good service the next time. But this is changing due to american and european tourism. What do you think?

Answer 1

I have always advocated responsible tipping. I was acutely aware in Cuba that a doctor earns the equivalent of US$10 per month and chose not to tip more than 1 convertible peso for anyone. There is a serious problem in Viet Nam and Cambodia where well meaning norteamericanos tip small children the equivalent of a month's pay of their parents.

Answer 2

After traveling to several countries where tipping is not the norm and comparing it to the US where tipping is almost a necessity, I've realized that I am perfectly happy to feel obligated to tip if it means the service is better.  In general, it seems to hold true that service is better here in the US because many wait staff are working for tips.  

I've actually been to Costa Rica, and the service seemed fine even without tips, but I didn't go to San Jose or any large restaurants.