But if you can't start the morning without a venti soy mocha, consider applying for the Starbucks Card Rewards program and the Starbucks Duetto Visa credit card.

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In the summer of 2010, Starbucks took things a step further by dropping Tall drinks from their drive-through menus, leaving the displayed choices of just Grande (16 oz.) and Venti (20 oz.).

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Choosing between venti or grande is far easier.

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The expectation is to tip not only big but also often, from the kid handing you a Venti coffee at Starbucks to the multiple hotel hands that rush to open doors, carry bags, and offer an escort to the hotel room.

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