It is definitely a growing trend in St. Maarten also. One must be careful anywhere that shows a "TAX" which appears to be about 15%, to inquire if it is actually tax. If it is in fact service charge, that's all I'm leaving, period. This trend will only cause service to deteriorate. If the server knows they are getting 15%, regardless of what service they provide, what is their incentive to provide good service? None..