| The state department is concerned that there is | | | | carry insufficient safety equipment. Boat safety |
| an increased risk of terrorism in southeast Asia | | | | has become an increasing concern in Thailand. |
| including in Thailand. Specific information exists for | | | | For safety, pedestrians should use overhead |
| all countries and includes information on entry and | | | | walkways whenever possible and should look |
| exit requirements, currency regulations, health | | | | carefully in both directions before crossing streets, |
| conditions, safety and security, crime, political | | | | even when using a marked crosswalk with a |
| disturbances. It contains new information under | | | | green walk light illuminated. Bangkok also has an |
| safety and security, terrorism, credit card fraud, | | | | extensive bus system, but buses can be |
| property rental scams and health issues. | | | | overcrowded, and are often driven with little or |
| Pay close attention to your personal security at all | | | | no regard for passenger safety. |
| times and monitor the media for information | | | | Helmets are mandatory for motorcycle drivers |
| about possible new safety or security risks. | | | | and passengers, but many helmets do not meet |
| Up-to-date information on safety and security can | | | | international safety standards. The Thai law that |
| also be obtained by checking the internet. | | | | safety helmets must be worn is widely ignored, a |
| Safety measures are rudimentary and ferries and | | | | contributing factor in many tourist deaths each |
| speedboats do sink occasionally, so avoid | | | | year. You should take the same safety |
| overloaded ships in poor weather, and scope out | | | | precautions as in the UK. |
| the nearest life jackets when on board. Ferries | | | | With its wonderful nightlife and laid-back |
| and speedboats used to transport tourists and | | | | atmosphere, it is hard not to enjoy yourself in |
| local nationals to and from the many islands off | | | | Thailand, and these safety tips should help you |
| the Thai mainland are often overcrowded and | | | | have a happy and healthy time on holiday. |