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Muay Thai In Thailand Author: admin Nov 30

Learning Muay Thai in Thailand is always a special experience.

Today Muay Thai might have been become very popular in various other countries as well, resulting into top level training infrastructures in those countries.

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However, the training experience in no other country can be matched with that in Thailand. It is not a question of training facilities or infrastructure, but of the ambiance.

Thailand is the country that gave birth to Muay Thai. And from the early days of its birth to date this great martial art has enjoyed immense popularity, craze and passion in Thailand.

True, today public craze for Muay Thai can be witnessed in other countries as well. But the enthusiasm and madness found in Thailand is unparalleled. Virtually every second Thai just eats, sleeps and drinks Muay Thai. This great art of fighting is a quintessential part of the Thai culture, enjoying almost a demi-god status in the Thai society.

The Thais’ passion for the sport is reflected in the huge public craze enjoyed by every Muay Thai fight in every Muay Thai event. All the successful Muay Thai fighters enjoy a position of high status, glamour and recognition. They enjoy a huge load of love and affection that nobody can overlook.

This unique level of love, craze and madness has given a special status to Muay Thai in Thailand. You can certainly witness public craze about this sport in other countries. But that craze comes nowhere near what you will witness in Thailand.

This unique ambiance makes learning Muay Thai in Thailand an outstanding experience. You will always have the feeling of learning the art on the soil of its origin. It alone will give you a spectacular charm and pleasure, adding enchantment to your training.

Where in Thailand will you train?

There are a huge number of Muay Thai gyms in Thailand. Apart from the capital Bangkok, there are many a gym in other cities as well. For example, you can learn Muay Thai boxing in Phuket in Thailand [http://www.muaythai.cc/Muay-thai-training-camps.php]

No communication problem

Do not get tense about having any language problem. You are not supposed to learn Thai language to train in Thailand. English is quite in practice in Thailand. And no person who speaks English can have any communication problem in that country. So you will have no communication problem in Thailand despite being unable to speak a single Thai word.

So go ahead

So why should you wait anymore? Spot a quality gym in Thailand, and join it at the earliest.

Muay Thai In Thailand

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How You Can Enjoy Your Trip To Thailand With Children Author: admin Nov 29

Although Thailand is not known for its children centred attractions, there are plenty of activities to appeal to families with young children whether on the beach or away from the coast. Thai’s are also very welcoming to young children. So traveling with children to Thailand is not a problem at all.

The two most well-known beach resorts in Thailand that are labelled family-friendly are the islands of Koh Samui and Ko Lanta. Both islands have plenty to offer for families with children. There are on the beach accommodations available for both mid-range and upper range budgets. There are also many open air beachfront restaurants to dine in while your kids can play in the sand within your sight. There are also many day trip activities you can take up from elephant riding to snorkelling.

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The island of Phuket is also another favorite family destination. However the beachfront accommodations are considered premium. Alternatively, there also many other less well-known beach resorts that your older kids can enjoy. The activities include kayaking, rock climbing and also the many dive centres that would teach the PADI children’s SCUBA courses. For eight years old, they can enroll the Bubblemaker program. The Discover SCUBA diving day is for anyone over 10 years old. Thailand is blessed with many national parks and their waterfalls and caves are good day trip activities with River rafting and elephant riding.

The capital of Thailand Bangkok and Pattaya also has many child friendly theme parks for families. If you are in Thailand in January, your children to enjoy the free entertainment and activities organized all over the country on the national children’s Day also known as Wan Dek. This is held on the second Saturday of January and kids will be able to get free entry to the zoos and free rides on public transport.

Here are a few things you should note for parents. Many of the more expensive hotels will allow one or two under 12 years old to share their parent’s room for free if no extra bedding is required. However, it is possible to squeeze two adults and two children into a double room in most budget or midrange hotels. Many hotels also provide babysitting services.

Most museums or transport companies do not offer any reduction in prices for children. According to the State Railway, a child that is age 3 to 12 years old can qualify for half price only if under 150 cm tall. For domestic flights, most airlines charge 10% of the full fare for children under two years old and 50% for children under 12 years old.

You will be able to buy disposable diapers easily at most convenience stores, pharmacies and supermarkets in the major resorts and towns. For your convenience, consider bringing a changing mat for your baby as there are few public toilets in Thailand. You will be able to find many international brands of powdered milk in Thailand.

You should also bring along or purchase a mosquito net and a sun tent. You should also consider packing along a bottle of a favorite spread for the toast just in case. Be careful with the unwashed fruits and salads and any other dishes that have been left uncovered for a long time.

Dogs can be a nuisance in Thailand. There are cases of rabies. So you should keep your kids away from animals such as dogs or monkeys. If necessary, get a rabies shot before the trip.

How You Can Enjoy Your Trip To Thailand With Children

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Night Bazaars of Thailand Author: admin Nov 28

There is something endearingly romantic about “night bazaars”; the idea of a market that only opens at night. I don’t know if it is the twinkling of the million fairy lights, the exotic food being cooked al fresco, the warmth under the stars or just the brilliant vibrancy that pulls me back to these places again and again.

There are “Night Bazaars” throughout Asia but the best by a long way can be found in Thailand. Thai night markets, especially the one found in the northern city of Chiang Mai need to be seen to be believed. Firstly though, a quick mention to the other night bazaars in Thailand.

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Strangely the Night Bazaar in Bangkok is a bit of a lonely non event. Maybe due to its location (flung down the bottom of Lumphini Park), or maybe the fact it’s just not very good, make visits rather disappointing. I have heard that it’s earmarked for demolition, which wouldn’t surprise me. The times I have walked around its rather empty streets I have been literally dragged into shops by desperate shop keepers; it feels a bit like a bizarre party game.

By comparison the nice little Night Bazaar down in the beach resort of Hua Hin feels much more like the real thing. It’s certainly not the biggest of markets but it is always buzzing, nice and lively with a decent range of stalls. The best thing about this market is the fresh sea food being cooked, and the little street side sea food cafes. Hua Hin is still a thriving little fishing port with fish and sea food being landed daily. It’s more than possible to eat fresh fish, just a stones throw away from where it was landed that morning.

The best Night Bazaar in Thailand is in Chiang Mai; the northern mountain city renowned for its beauty and ancient cultural heritage. This market is absolutely huge. There really is no way you could get around the whole thing in one evening. It runs along Changklan Road in the east of the city and stretches from Thapae Road at its most northern edge to Sri Domchai Road in the south and takes in loads of individual open and covered market places along the way. They start setting up the bazaar at around lunchtime, but it’s not really open till about 5pm. By 7pm it’s alive with thousands of people buying and selling almost anything you can think of.

There are many stalls selling fake goods from clothes and handbags to expensive fountain pens and watches. There are also lots of Thai craft stalls selling traditional wooden toys, sandals, leather goods, hand made silver wear…in fact you think of it and it’ll be here somewhere. If you like to shop this is the most amazing experience you will ever have.

Probably the best bit of the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is Anusarn Market (pronounced an-you-sarn). This is an open air square just off the main street that has a great range of stalls. It will take you most of the evening just to get around this particular bit. It’s more spread out than the rest of it so not so crowded and claustrophobic. There are loads of great restaurants that range from simple street stalls selling Phad Thai (stir fried noodles with vegetables) for 30 Baht (which is less than a Mars Bar in the Seven Eleven) to the expensive Sea Food Restaurant that is usually filled with rich Chinese holiday makers. There is a nice open area with millions of fairy lights in the trees and a happy continental air about it all. It’s great just to sit on one of the restaurants and people watch, have a wander around the stalls, pick up a few bargains (the Mont Blanc pens must be one of the best buys), perhaps relax and have a foot massage and finish off the evening with a delicious home made strawberry ice cream from the shop on the corner.

Have a great evening and holiday.

Night Bazaars of Thailand

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How Safe is Phuket For Travel? Author: admin Nov 27

Phuket is one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations, and yet visitor numbers are well down on previous year. The beaches and streets in Phuket are quiet and businesses are beginning to feel the strain. Thailand’s political problems have been well documented by the media, so much so that the country is portrayed as being in complete anarchy. Although the problems have been centered in Bangkok, they have impacted Phuket. But what’s the reality of the situation? Should tourists be wary of traveling to Phuket?

The short answer is “no”. For a bit of perspective, Thailand has had numerous problems over the years, from coups to bombings. However, it was only the tsunami that really affected tourism in the long run. Thailand’s internal problems usually create a few short-term ripples and the media writes of chaos in the streets, but for people living in Thailand, they will tell you that life goes on as usual.

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In Phuket, tourism is way down. Hotels are nowhere near full and people on the island are saying that the effect on the industry will be worse in the long term than the tsunami. It’s such a dire situation, but it’s also completely unnecessary. Travel advisory warnings also don’t help.

If you were to visit Phuket right now you’d see a peaceful island. There are no more dangers than normal and everything is safe. There’s no fighting in the streets and tourists aren’t being victimized or attacked. In fact, there’s probably never been a better time to visit Phuket because the island is less crowded than usual.

The beaches are still there and the popular sites are waiting for visitors to trickle in. Of course, travelers should still exercise the same caution they would when visiting Phuket any time of the year. Traveling alone on a motorcycle at night isn’t a good idea and care should be taken when out and about. But don’t let the news reports put you off a trip to Phuket.

It’s a sad state of affairs, but hotel-booking websites have been reporting a huge decline in bookings. The same is true of airlines, who are now throwing out offers left, right and center to entice people to visit Thailand. There are bargains to be snapped up at the moment.

So if Phuket is safe for tourists, then what about Bangkok, where most of the trouble has been? There have been protests and airport closures and all sorts. However, unless you had a plane to catch during that time, if you were in Bangkok, you wouldn’t have noticed much out of the ordinary other than when you turned on the news. Everything carried on as usual. It always does.

After the most recent coup, the tanks and soldiers became a tourist attraction. The resultant protests were mostly jovial affairs with picnics and concerts. Some media reports were speculating that Thailand was about to become a bloodbath, similar to revolutions of the past, but such events didn’t materialize.

Forums, blogs and phone lines have been inundated with people asking if Phuket is still safe for travel. It is safe, and it likely will be for a long time to come.

How Safe is Phuket For Travel?

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Loy Krathong or Lantern Festival in Thailand Author: admin Nov 26

Loy Krathong, or the Lantern Festival, is one of the most celebrated and glamorous cultural events in Thailand and one that has long attracted the greatest number of travelers: to say that it is not to be missed would be an understatement. The event takes place in November and the date varies from year to year according to the traditional lunar calendar used in feudal Siam. In 2010, the date was 21 November; this year the event will fall on 10 November, though if you are looking forward to a holiday during this time you will want to be there a few days before as well: 8 November 2011 would be an ideal starting date. Should you be planning a Thailand visit next year, the date will fall on 28 November 2012. Loy Krathong is a period that is so incredibly easy, in fact, that if you want to include it on your holiday agenda it may be prudent to book as early as six months or even one whole year ahead. Accommodation will be at a premium, as are flight tickets, as these events draw tourists from all over the world, including visitors from Thailand’s neighbors. Along with the end of December and early February, this is a time where large cities in Thailand are absolutely jam-packed.

The main event, to which the phrase “loy krathong” refers to, occurs on a night with a full moon. A krathong is a miniature raft constructed of a sectioned trunk cut from a banana tree as a base (although today’s commercial krathongs are also made from bread flour and Styrofoam; the former is considered more environment friendly and has become more popular in recent years). Banana or pandanus leaves, folded in elaborate patterns, are then added to the base. The final touches include flowers woven into garlands, and this is usually the part where the craftsman or craftswoman can best show her skill. Flowers commonly used are orchids, chrysanthemums, jasmines, and daisies. Candles and incense are then added. The tradition of releasing these rafts involves the belief that doing so allows one to wash away regrets and mistakes, which are then carried down the river and out to the sea, so that one can start the new year with a clean slate. As such, it is an act of purification and spiritual cleansing. Cutting your hair or clipping your fingernails, and then adding them to your krathong, may also be done to symbolize this, although the practice is no longer popular in modern times.

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Larger krathongs are used during the grand procession: these are life-sized krathongs built to accommodate young men and women as part of beauty pageants and talent shows. Such krathongs are much more elaborate than the ones commonly floated downriver and are often not floated at all, although some are. They are made of many types of material, with emphasis on design and catching viewers’ attention. It is competitive in nature and makes for a memorable spectacle as such processions go through the streets of a major Thai city.

The Loy Krathong festival also coincides with what is known as “Yi Peng,” a uniquely northern Thai tradition of releasing sky lanterns. Propelled by hot air, these balloons are generally made of very thin fabric or paper. The purpose of releasing them is not dissimilar to the tradition behind floating krathong: to wash away bad luck and mistakes, and bring good fortune in the coming year. During this time, visitors to northern Thailand provinces can expect to see a sky full of lanterns and fireworks, an exceptional sight rarely seen anywhere else. Tourists can also participate in this tradition, as there are no religious restrictions around it.

Loy Krathong or Lantern Festival in Thailand

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Living in Thailand Author: admin Nov 25

Living in Thailand might be something you are considering at this time. There are many questions and areas to consider before you pack up and leave your home country for Thailand. This article will review some of the major considerations you will need to put thought toward if you are serious about living in Thailand for a long or short time.

Income?

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Unless you are going to live in Thailand off your savings, you are going to have to figure out a way to make money to pay your bills. Yes, you have bills in Thailand but, they are quite affordable. Rent for a house might cost you two hundred dollars in a town away from Bangkok. In Bangkok an apartment might be four hundred dollars. Food outside Bangkok will be about three hundred dollars. In Bangkok, the sky is the limit.

Most choosing to live in Thailand are teachers. In Bangkok, with a bachelors degree and a TEFL (Teacher of English as a Foreign Language) certificate one could make ,500 per month on average. Some teachers make quite a bit more than that. Outside Bangkok the average starting teacher salary is about ,000 per month.

Finding a teaching job in Thailand is quite easy if you have a bachelors degree from your home country and English is your native language.

If you do not wish to teach English then the other primary option is to work in Bangkok with one of the many companies there which need English speakers. There may be companies from your home country with an office in Bangkok that need employees. Use online research to find these positions.

Choosing a Place to Live in Thailand

Thailand is quite a large and diverse country in terms of climate and terrain. There are mountain areas, virtual desert areas, and lush tropical jungle. Where you live in Thailand will be a major consideration. The right place for you to live is here – the issue is just choosing where to live.

The warm months in Thailand are February through June. The rainy season runs May through December. From November to January it is usually cool.

Northern Thailand is characterized by mountains, heavy rains, and very cool temperatures in the winter months. It never snows in Northern Thailand, and it gets quite hot in the summer.

Central Thailand is mostly flat and includes Bangkok and surrounding provinces. The central region is very hot when it is not raining, and when it is raining – floods often. Bangkok is known as the hottest city in the world due the night time temperatures remaining very warm. You will need air conditioning in Bangkok.

Northeastern Thailand is flat and very dry, even during the rainy season and the summer months are blistering hot. During winter it does get very cool and if you are riding a motorbike you will need a winter jacket to remain warm enough.

Southern Thailand is lush jungle and, though it’s quite warm even during winter months, the nights are cool enough that no air conditioning is needed. The land is mostly flat in the southern provinces with rolling hills and stunning limestone mountain topography.

If you need to be near the ocean, the southern provinces are where you will need to be. If you like the mountains, the north is for you.

If you are concerned about the friendliness of people in Thailand, you need not be. Thai people are friendly across the country, but most visitors say the northern and northeastern Thais are the friendliest.

Safety?

There are a number of safety considerations you should be aware of. Thailand is a country far different from wherever you hail.

Thailand has 45 species of poisonous snakes, 9 types of scorpion, and many other stinging animals like jellyfish, spiders, and insects. One of the smallest biting pests is the most troublesome… mosquitoes.

Malaria, Dengue Fever, Chikungunra, and encephalitis are all found in Thailand and transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Mosquito repellant is a must – and anything with DEET 28+ usually works well.

Driving in Thailand is a real horror-show, and you would be wise to ease into it. First, you will be driving on the left side of the road, which might be a change for you. Secondly, the driving habits in Thailand are quite different from anywhere you have probably been. To say driving in Thailand is dangerous is vast understatement.

If you are a person that intends on enjoying the nightlife in Thailand there are numerous considerations to take into account. Use and possession of illicit drugs are penalized very strictly in Thailand and for anything with heroin or methamphetamine you might be looking at more than ten years in a Thai prison.

Fights often erupt in bar situations and you really should know what to do in these instances.

There are many safety issues that confront the visitor or person wishing to live in Thailand long-term. Below I have linked to an entire survival guide dedicated to the topic of safety in Thailand. It just might save your life.

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Wat Phra Si Mahathat of Thailand Author: admin Nov 24

The province of Phitsanulok is situated on the banks of Nan River in the lower northern part of Thailand. The province is approximately 377 kilometers from Bangkok. The entire province comprises mainly of flatland with mountain ranges towards the east, which are home to lush green national parks and waterfalls.

Phitsanulok was one of the important communities during the Khmer rule and it earned a lot of prosperity during the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods. Between 1463 and 1487, King Borom Trailokanat of Ayutthaya used to permanently live in the province, thus making it another royal capital.

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Today Phitsanulok is a major tourist attraction that draws people not just from Thailand but also from around the world. People come to see the many tourist sites including the Wat Phra Si Mahathat.

The locals call Wat Phra Si Mahathat Wat Yai and it is situated on the east bank of Nan River within the limits of Phitsanulok town, the provincial capital. It is believed that the viharn of the temple is home to one of the most beautiful and elegant Buddha images in Thailand. The Buddha image is made from bronze in the Sukhothai style of architecture. It is officially known as Phra Phutthachinarat. Owing to its large size, many foreign and local visitors come to the temple daily to admire and pay respect to the image. Every year in late January, a celebration is held in the temple to honor Phra Phutthachinarat.

Another attractive aspect of the temple is its large pearl inlaid doors, which are at the entrance of viharn. It is believed that doors were crafted in the late Ayutthaya period around 1756. The temple also houses another image known as Phra Attharot, which is an 8-meter tall standing image of Buddha. Originally the Phra Phutthachinarat was housed in a large viharn but the roof is no longer there. So, the bronze image now stands in open air surrounded by large columns of the collapsed viharn.

Wat Phra Si Mahathat of Thailand

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The Ultimate Guide to Teaching English in Thailand – eBook Review Author: admin Nov 23

One of Mike Fook’s latest helpful guides is, “The Ultimate Guide to Teaching English in Thailand” which appears to be exactly that.

Mike tones down his usual hard-hitting style with this more than 100 page information packed guide for wannabe teachers of English in the “Land of Smiles” as Thailand is often known.

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Recent changes have made teaching in Thailand a rather exclusive occupation. Gone are the days of backpackers from Europe or North America popping over to Thailand for a years stay and teaching part-time as they wish.

A number of regulations have been put into place by Thai Ministry of Education authorities which have increased the hoops one needs to jump through in order to teach legally in Thailand. Police background checks from the hopeful teachers home country as well as within Thailand are necessary in most cases.

There is now a Thailand Teaching License that must be awarded for those wishing to teach in Thailand’s government school system. This teaching license requires a Thai culture course be attended by all teaching applicants and has set the expat teaching community reeling. Many teachers have since left the country for what they saw as greener grass in Korea, Japan, and Vietnam to name a few Asian countries that benefitted from the English teachers’ exodus from Thailand.

Mike covers everything would-be teachers need to know starting with tasks teachers need to complete before leaving their home country. Most foreign English teachers do not stay to teach long-term because it just is not what they expected. Mike states that he hopes to give those considering teaching in Thailand a very realistic view of what the job and cultural experience is like, thereby cutting down on the number of people that waste a year of their lives.

Mike relates that there seems to be a certain type of person that is cut out for the task.

Teachers that go easily with the ‘flow’ are going to do best in the Thai school system because often the schedule changes at a moment’s notice.

Those that match themselves with an area, a climate, a cultural tempo that fits them are more likely to survive and thrive as a teacher in Thailand – or as a long-term expat.

Adventurists that come to teach for the pure experience of living in and teaching in another culture across the globe tend to do well. Their reward is everyday that they are teaching something new to Thai children and adults, not when the the school day ends at 4:30 p.m.

Before moving to Thailand five years ago, I spent thirty-dollars or so on four paperback books that were supposed to prepare me for teaching in Thailand. None of these books prepared me much for the reality of living, eating, breathing, and getting along socially in a country so different from my own home in America. Mike’s book is extremely comprehensive and I can highly recommend “The Ultimate Guide to Teaching English in Thailand” as the premiere resource available on the subject.

The Ultimate Guide to Teaching English in Thailand – eBook Review

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Bustling Thailand: Its All About Fun, Excitement and Shopping Author: admin Nov 22

Ever considered traveling to Thailand for a rocking vacation? Thailand is discovered and rediscovered every year and is considered to the best holiday destination in Southeast Asia. Beauty, adventure and most important factor which Thailand carries with it is that one can have an affordable vacation in Thailand. Thailand has some amazing hotels and resorts with all deluxe facilities, making your holiday a luxurious holiday.

Beaches are the main attraction in Thailand. It has some of the best beaches in the world. Warm, clear water, stunning vistas and marine life to gawk at as you swim, snorkel or scuba is what adds to its beauty. Plus, there are so many different types of beaches in Thailand, from quiet and laid back to party all night that everyone can find the perfect place.

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Thai foods are world famous food and a visit to Thailand without having Thai food is incomplete. You’ll easily find favorites such as pad Thai and curry, but you’ll also find an amazing selection of salads, noodles and snacks. Thailand has the most delicious fried chicken in the world.

Thailand has many things to offer to its visitors be it shopping, visiting amazing places or its people. Planning a Honeymoon to Thailand can be the best gift for your lovely partner since the customized Thailand honeymoon packages will glorify your love as that will be specially tailored to suit your needs and requirements.

If you like markets, bargains or cool and quirky stuff, you’ll find shopping in Thailand very rewarding. Big city markets carry everything from shoes to art, and the malls in Bangkok are some of the fanciest in the world.

No matter what part of Thailand you choose to visit you’ll find friendly smiling Thai faces, great food choices and rich cultural heritage. Thailand appeals to the most varied of travellers, whether they are craving barefoot luxury or hippy chic. Marvel at Bangkok’s glittering Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaeo, a temple complex housing the Emerald Buddha. Upriver are the Royal Barges, ornate barges used for special processions on the Chao Phraya River.

Regardless of what type of vacation you’re looking for, beach holiday, mountain retreat, natural wonders, nightlife and parties or some combination of these, Thailand has the answer to your holiday needs. Come and find what millions before you have discovered…Amazing Thailand.Travel Thailand with exotic Thailand holiday packages. The packages offer best and world class accommodation facilities to our customers.

Bustling Thailand: Its All About Fun, Excitement and Shopping

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How To Stay Safe From Crime In Thailand Author: admin Nov 21

Is Thailand safe? By many other big cities in the world, so long as you keep your common sense with you, you should not encounter any troubles in Thailand. The two most common crimes you will encounter are theft and pickpockets. This should not be surprising as the majority of the local Thai population live on less than US five dollars every day.

For the average tourist in Thailand, the most common worry is the rising number of conmen who dupe naive tourists into parting their cash.

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As a preventive measure against theft, you should carry your valuables with you at all times. It is also possible to use a locker in the hotel room or your guesthouse to keep your belongings. The safest are that require your own padlock. Nonetheless there are some occasional reports of theft by hotel staff. Always padlock your luggage when leaving it in the hotel or a guesthouse room, as well as when taking it along on a public transport. Having your own padlock is also useful as an extra security measure for your room especially on the doors of beachfront bamboo huts.

There are also some reports of cases of theft resulting from overnight long-distance bus travel. However most of the reported incidents happen on cheap private run bus companies. These buses usually run from Bangkok’s Thanon Khao San to places such as Surat Thani and the southern beach resorts. There are government designated stations that buses are supposed to depart from. So do not be tempted. It is best to go direct to such designated bus stations for your travels.

If you’re not sure, you should also ask around to ascertain such buses.

When you’re traveling on any bus or on the train, you should never keep your luggage out of sight if it contains any valuables. For your personal safety, you should be careful of accepting any food or drink from any fellow travelers you’re not familiar with as it may be drugged.

Paranoiac as it may seems to be, the tourism Authority of Thailand has seen so many cases that it has to publish warnings about such crimes. Your drinks can also be spiked in bars and nightclubs, even so especially at popular beach full moon parties on Ko Pha Ngan. There have been reported cases of sexual assault on Western women. Some men have reported that Thai prostitutes may also spike their drinks so that they can steal from the victim’s room.

There are very little cases of violent crime against tourists in Thailand. However low crime doesn’t mean no crime. Recently, there have been reported cases of some serious attacks on Western women travellers. Every year, 14 million visitors travel to Thailand. Considering this, the statistics of such crimes are extremely low. Common sense should prevail for travelers which includes locking up the windows and doors at night. And you should not be traveling alone at night either in a taxi or a Tuk-tuk.

When in Bangkok, never risk using an unlicensed taxi. Stick to using the prominent license and metered taxis.

For women tourists, avoid spending time alone with a Thai monk. There have been reported cases of rapes and murders committed by people wearing the saffron robes. Not all men bearing the saffron robes uphold the high morality of monkhood and Buddhism.

How To Stay Safe From Crime In Thailand

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