Precautions and safety tips when traveling to Thailand

Safety Rules

• Keep valuables in the hotel safe and only carry the cash you need
• When traveling at night, travel with a companion rather than alone
• Use verified businesses and check reviews and ratings
• Avoid excessive drinking and do not leave drinks unattended

Beware of price gouging

• Ask taxis to use meters
• Compare prices at massage shops near tourist attractions as they may be higher
• Do not easily follow street touts
• Actively negotiate prices in the market

Health care

• Drink only bottled water, and check the sanitary conditions of street food
• Be sure to prepare sunscreen and insect repellent
• Please bring light outerwear as there is a large difference between the air conditioner and the outdoor temperature
• We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance

Cultural Etiquette

• Disrespect toward the Thai royal family is punishable by law
• Avoid wearing revealing clothes when visiting temples
• It is rude to touch your head
• Do not point your foot at people or objects