Even more tips

Regarding tipping: I have tried to follow the guidelines from previous L.A. Times articles [“Tips on Tipping,” by Catharine Hamm, June 26] and also information found on the Internet.

Some guidelines say waiters in Spain are well paid and do not care about tipping. In October, I ate at a restaurant in Barcelona and the waiter stared at me as I was counting my 3.50 euros in change after paying for a 16.50 euro bill.

It was awkward. We looked at each other. I left 1.50 euros.

As for the currency used for tipping, I often use U.S. dollars. Just don’t leave change. I left a couple dollars in change at a hotel once, and the maid did not take the tip. PAT LEE Arcadia