What are the dos and donts in Thailand?

Don’ts. Don’t point your feet: Pointing your feet at someone, raising your feet higher than someone’s head, or simply putting your feet on a desk or chair are considered extremely rude in Thailand. The bottoms of the feet are dirty: don’t show them to people! Avoid pointing feet at Buddhas in and outside of temples.

What should I avoid in Thailand?

Top 10 things to avoid in Thailand

• Swim at the southern Andaman beaches in the low season.
• Hire a motorbike.
• Go to tiger or animal shows.
• Go to zoos.
• Ride an elephant.
• Get in a taxi or tuk tuk before negotiating your fare.
• Sign contracts without advice from a qualified Thai lawyer.
• Get in an argument with Thai police.

What is considered disrespectful in Thailand?

Traditionally, Thais consider feet to be the lowest and filthiest part of the body. As such, pointing your feet at another person or sacred item – such as a statue of the Buddha – is considered extremely disrespectful.

Why can’t you touch a Thai person’s head?

Don’t touch people’s heads In Thailand, the head is considered sacred and the cleanest part of the body, so it’s deemed offensive to touch people’s heads or hair. If you slip up and do this accidently, apologise as soon as you can and you’ll find most Thais will quickly forgive you for it.

Is it OK to wear black in Thailand?

Many Thai people will be wearing black or white, but this isn’t mandatory. Tourists aren’t expected to dress in the same way as Thai people, but showing respect will be appreciated by locals.

Is Bangkok safe to walk around at night?

2. Re: Is it safe to walk around Bangkok at night? Yes safe.

Is street food in Thailand safe?

Some travellers wonder whether they should eat street food at all, or if it’s a guaranteed way to get sick. Contrary to popular belief, though, street food in Thailand (and many other countries) is no riskier than restaurants.

Is 20 baht a good tip?

Tipping in hotels is not expected, but again is always appreciated, for instance 20 – 50 baht for the porter that carried your bags up to your room, or 20 baht left under your pillow for the cleaner. In all restaurants it is customary to leave behind any loose change in coins as a tip.

Can you kiss in Thailand?

* It is not polite to express your private affection by hugging and kissing your partener in public places. Holding hands is OK for foreigners, but rarely seen at locals.

What month should you avoid Thailand?

When to avoid traveling in Thailand Chiang Mai: If possible, avoid visiting from mid-February through early April. This is “burning season” and air quality can be quite bad. Similan Islands: The National Marine Park is closed between the months of November through March.

Is it OK to wear red in Thailand?

Of course, it is perfectly safe to wear a red shirt in Thailand! Unless that is you wear one and join a mass demonstration against the army’s orders… Red is an auspicious color in Thailand cause of the Thai-Chinese, and Sunday is the ‘red day of the week’.

What should I avoid in Bangkok?

10 Things NOT to Do in Bangkok

• Don’t… get a taxi that’s already parked.
• Don’t… forget to stand up during the King’s Anthem.
• Don’t… sit next to a monk (if you’re female)
• Don’t… buy rounds in a nightclub, buy a bottle!
• Don’t… carry your passport around.
• Don’t… wear shorts or a skirt to the temple.
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Do you know the do’s and Dont’s of Thailand?

Most social indiscretions will be forgiven without you even realising. Thais know that foreign visitors have their own customs and different ways of doing things, but if you are aware of some of the do’s and dont’s you will earn respect from your Thai hosts.

What to do if you want to visit Thailand?

Thais like life to be sanuk. Do ensure that you have a visa if you need one. Do make sure you have adequate travel insurance. Don’t show disrespect towards the Thai Royal Family. It’s a criminal offence to insult the Thai monarchy. Read more here » Don’t cross your legs when you are in the presence of a monk.

Is it illegal to cross your legs in Thailand?

Don’t show disrespect towards the Thai Royal Family. It’s a criminal offence to insult the Thai monarchy. Read more here » Don’t cross your legs when you are in the presence of a monk. This applies whether you are sitting on the floor or in a chair. Don’t touch a Thai woman without consent.

Do you have to hold hands in Thailand?

As with many things, Thais know that behaviour in the West is different to Thailand so you won’t be chased out of town for holding hands with your partner, but resist the temptation to do so inside temple grounds. Don’t sunbathe nude. This is offensive to most Thai people although nobody is likely to say anything to you if you do so.