Special Advice

  • Beware of unauthorised people who offer their services as guides.
  • Observe all normal precautions regarding personal safety and the safety of your belongings.
  • Walking alone on quiet streets or deserted areas is not recommended.
  • Be sure that all your valuables, money, jewellery and airline tickets are properly protected from loss.
  • While walking in the city, put food wrappers or anything you wish to discard into a waste bin. There are anti-litter regulations in Bangkok. Fines will be imposed on anyone caught spitting throwing away cigarette stubs or dropping litter in public places.
  • Penalties for drug possession are very severe in Thailand.
  • Never buy any products made from wild animals including reptiles like snakes or monitor lizards, or turtle shells and ivory.
  • Avoid local restaurants serving wild animal delicacies, as killing wildlife for food is illegal in Thailand.
  • Expect a 10% service charge added to the bill at most larger hotels and restaurants.
  • Taxi drivers do not expect a tip, but the gesture is always appreciated.
  • A tip of 20-50 Baht is acceptable for hotel porters

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