Hi guys


# Make sure your room is locked and bolted at night.
# Always leave valuables, airline tickets and passports in the hotel safety deposit box.
# Carry a photocopy of the id page of you passport. The police can demand to see it, but rarely do.
# If you take a taxi, be clear about where you want to go. (See Scams)
# In Bangkok taxis have meters, but in provincial areas you will need to bargain the price.
# When travelling by train or bus don't leave valuables in you baggage, and be cautious of strangers offering free food or drink. Thai's can be very hospitable, but it also has been known for food and drink to be drugged. When you awake your valuables have gone.
# If you hire a vehicle read the terms carefully, and make sure you get proper insurance cover, otherwise you may have to pay for any damage or repairs.
# Wear reasonable clothing if you ride a motorcycle. A minor spill when wearing shorts can ruin your holiday. The law requires you to wear a crash helmet.
# The law requires front seat passengers in cars to wear a seat belt.
# Driving standards in Thailand leave a lot to be desired so take extra care.
# If you hire a water scooter or jet ski wear a life jacket and keep away from areas where people are swimming.
# You require a Thai driving licence or and International driving permit to ride a motorcycle or drive a car. Your licence from home is not sufficient. When driving without a licence you also invalidate your insurance cover.

# If you take a taxi, be clear about where you want to go. The driver may tell you that the hotel that you want is full, or that the shop/restaurant is closed. This is probably a scam. Go and check for yourself and then decide where to go as an alternative.
# If you are approached on the street by someone offering special discounts at shops it's probably a scam - don't go!
# Especially beware of touts offering special discounts at Jewelry shops.
# Beware of restaurant menus that do not show prices. Outside of the hotels a good meal can be had for around US$5 per head, excluding drinks.