Thailand Vacation Safety Tips
As a tourist there are things that you should know to keep yourself safe in a foreign country. This applies to any country including Thailand. Since you are in unfamiliar territory it is vital to know about the common dangers tourist face in this exotic Southeast Asian country.

A safety sign in Thailand.
How to be Safe in Thailand
Eating and Drinking
Thailand is home to several types of exotic foods. And most tourists would love to taste test the local delicacies of the country. Most will recommend the local street foods since they are tasty and cheap. But if you want to be safe and avoid gastronomical problems after dining then restaurants are your safest bet.
Restaurants have health standards to follow since it is a requirement by the local government for all people who are formally into the food business. You are also guaranteed that the utensils being used are clean.
Avoiding Scammers
Local criminals employ scams on tourists to earn money from them. In Thailand there are also scammers who target tourists since they are the least familiar with the place. It is best to have someone with you whom you trust and is very familiar with Thailand. If you know no one of such traits then hire Thailand tour guides which are usually offered by travel agencies.
Among the common scams in Thailand is the fake jewelry scam. This is common in Bangkok so be wary of gems and gold accessories that are almost ΒΌ the price in your country. Also avoid the overly friendly locals. There is a good chance that they are just fishing you for information that they can use to extort money from you.
It is also a basic safety tip for female tourist to avoid going out alone. But the same goes to male tourists since those going out alone are always targeted by muggers. Also avoid taxi and songthaew peddlers since they can get you confused around a crowded place.
Know about the local laws
It is also best for tourists in Thailand to know the common laws in the area like traffic laws and on actions that are restricted or prohibited. Most common mistakes by tourists are unintentional desecration of religious or holy objects and places. So when you are visiting a temple just follow the instructions of the temple guide on what to do and how to conduct yourself inside the sacred place.