you should try these if you are in Thailand

Rock climbing - the cliffs of Rai Leh in Krabi are arguably among the best in the world
Scuba diving - easily accessible Ko Tao and Ang Thong National Marine Park (near Ko Samui) draws the crowds, but also possible in Pattaya and Krabi, and the Similan Islands are worth the journey.
Trekking - very popular up north around Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai
Liveaboard Diving see the separate Diving in Thailand article
DO Visit Night markets for Cheap Shopping
Thailand has extremely strict drug laws. Possession and trafficking offenses can result in life imprisonment or even death in Thailand
Make a photocopy of your passport and the page with your visa stamp. Always keep your passport or the photocopy with you (the law requires that you carry your actual passport at all times, however in practice a photocopy will usually suffice
Watch out for stray dogs as some can be vicious.
Do not get into fights with Thais. Foreigners will eventually be outnumbered 15 to 1
The traditional greeting known as the wai, where you press your hands together as is in prayer and bow slightly.You should not wai service people or street vendors.
Remember that you will frequently need to remove your shoes when entering temples or homes, so wear shoes that slip on and off easily.
It is best to play it safe with wats and other sacred sites in Thailand; your dress should be unambiguously modest
The head is considered the holiest part of the body, and the foot the dirtiest part. Never touch or pat a Thai on the head, including children.
It's illegal (lese-majeste) to show disrespect to royalty, a crime which carries up to 15 years imprisonmentDo not make any negative remarks, or any remarks which might be perceived as disrespectful about the King or any members of the Royal Family
If you plan to travel long distances by motorbike, purchase a good quality helmet
Into the toiletries bag throw sun screen and insect repellent. Mosquito coils are also a good idea.
A spare pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses plus a copy of your prescription is a good idea
Take enough padlocks for every double zipper to stop wandering hands and lock up your sacred belongings

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