Thailand is the land of beautiful beaches, watersports, half-moon parties, luxury resorts, delicious food and much more. A trip to Thailand is the perfect escape for beach bums and leisure seekers. All you need is a guide of Thailand travel tips to plan a safe and hassle-free trip. Once things are sorted as per these tips, your Thailand vacation is going to be a total blast!
Consider your footwear
There are many places in Thailand where you need to take off your shoes before entering. Temples are a prime example, though some government buildings, shops, museums, and other establishments also make visitors remove their footwear; wearing shoes that are easy to slip on and off can be really convenient for days of cultural sightseeing.
If you are going trekking, however, sturdy boots or trainers are recommended. Flip flops do not really offer the best grip for scrambling up waterfalls or protection when hiking through jungles. Keep in mind too that flip flops can be lethal during the rainy season. Planning on visiting one of Bangkok’s swanky sky bars or high-class restaurants? You will need smart shoes. Think about your preferred activities when packing your footwear.
Do not drive a motorcycle in Bangkok
Many tourists come to Thailand and assume that they can drive a motorcycle simply because everyone else does. While this is certainly a convenient and easy way to get around the country, we do not suggest renting one in the City of Angels.
Thailand is home to the world’s second-most-dangerous roads in terms of deaths per capita, according to a 2015 report from information collected by the World Health Organization. Many of these accidents involve motorcycles, and Bangkok’s crazy roads and frequently reckless drivers are not the place to find out whether or not you can drive a motorcycle.
Avoid scams
Tourists are really good at getting ripped off in Thailand. From gems to jet skis, there are certainly more than a handful of con artists ready to prey on tourists. Be wary of what the most common scams are (taxis without meters, sex-show scams, etc.) and try to avoid them if you can.
Sharpen your negotiating skills
Haggling is common in many (non-food) markets around Thailand, and you should master the art of negotiation if you want the best deal on your souvenirs. Even something as simple as taking a tuk-tuk often requires a little bit of discussion to reach an agreeable price and, although they really should be using a meter, many taxi drivers will try and settle on a fixed price too. Good haggling skills can also help you get bargains on tours, activities, and even accommodation.
No Buddha images
Buddha images are regarded as sacred in Thailand. Any kind of Buddha souvenir, whether an image or statue, can leave the country without an export license or permit, depending on its size and whether or not it is considered to be an ancient or prehistoric object. The best advice is to not purchase any at all.
Drink bottled water
No particular organization recommends those traveling to
Thailand to drink bottled water as opposed to water from a faucet. That being said, even the locals tend to steer clear of drinking water out of the sink. Just to be safe, we suggest following their lead. Diseases like typhoid and hepatitis A can also be contracted through contaminated water in Thailand.
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The most beautiful villages and towns in Thailand
Important Thai phrases
Hello – Swasdi
How are you? – Sabai dee ru
Yes – Chai
No – Mai chai
Airport – Sanaam bin
Thank you – Khob khun
I can’t speak Thai – Pood Thai mai dai
How much? – Nee tao rai
Can you give a little discount – Lot noi dai mai
I don’t understand – Mai kow jai
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