Michelle Maria For most travelers, the first trip to Thailand becomes unforgettable: exotic nature, tropical climate, friendly locals, delicious food. But there is also a disappointing acquaintance, and those who expect Asia to turn out to be something like Europe, only hotter and more exotic, are most likely to run into unpleasant surprises. We've rounded up 8 things a new traveler to Thailand might not like. There are so many tourists at the famous Thai resorts that they simply do not have time to clean up the garbage behind them. As a result, mountains of plastic bottles, bags and food waste accumulate on the roadsides – things are not going well with recycling in the country. This problem is especially acute in Bangkok. /8gke7k1x0fk88k4kgwsossgco.jpg” media=”(max-width: 549px)”> /8g/ke/8gke7k1x0fk88k4kgwsossgco.jpg
Not all villages in Thailand are crowded with vacationers, but in some especially popular places there is literally nowhere to lay a towel. It can be difficult to enjoy the azure waters of the coast when there is noise, hubbub and bustle around. To avoid this, it is better to choose for a trip not the peak of the season, remote and less popular corners – or find out when there are fewer people on the beaches. For example, tourists usually come to the famous Phi Phi Islands for one day, so if you stay there overnight, you will be able to enjoy the empty beaches in the evening and early morning. Many are surprised by traffic jams and very chaotic traffic: pedestrians are not allowed to pass, the rules are reluctantly observed and not everyone. Another disadvantage is the almost complete absence of sidewalks: you have to walk along the side of the road, which can be dangerous. Debunking 7 myths about Thailand: There is nothing to be afraid of. Kig Chaninart/c3/hh/c3hh7ynpcgocsc8wccs4gkw4o.jpg Thai cuisine is considered one of the best in the world (quite rightfully), but not everyone is ready for its specificity. Dishes in restaurants may seem too spicy and spicy, and vegetables and fruits in the market may seem unfamiliar and strange in taste. Experienced travelers recommend choosing a cafe where locals eat. The food there will be fresh and delicious. It is almost impossible to meet giant spiders or other multi-legged “monsters” at the resorts, but ordinary mosquitoes and beetles sometimes annoy. To protect against mosquitoes, it is better to use locally produced products: sprays and fumigators for rooms, special spirals for the street. If you do not go far into the jungle, the risk of catching a fever is minimal. When you see tiny lizards on the wall in your room, you should rejoice, and not call the porter: they catch insects, which means there will be fewer mosquitoes. Geckos are absolutely safe for humans, you should not drive them away. Of course, Thai merchants are up to Egyptian in this sense – like walking to the moon, but their high activity can strain the most gentle tourists. However, in Tai, they definitely won’t grab hands and drag them into a shop, at most they will persistently persuade you to buy something. /5e/mw/5emwx83xyvk8kssc40k4s84ks.jpg Humid air plus heat is not the best combination, especially if you are not used to it. The most difficult months in this sense are March and April, so it is better not to plan a trip for this time. And from May to October from 11:00 to 16:00 it is recommended not to be in the sun. Many travelers are convinced that foreigners are treated with loyalty everywhere, even if there is a slight offense on their part. In Thailand, things are different. If a conflict situation arises, it will not be easy to prove innocence. Before traveling, it is important to familiarize yourself with the laws and traditions of the country. For example, tourists often go to jail for insulting the authorities, especially the king. This issue is taken very seriously in the country, even banknotes are usually put only “king up”. /89/ye/89yee9af01s00ggwwww08skko.jpg
8. Garbage and unpleasant odors
7. Crowded beaches
6. Chaos on the roads
5. Unusual food
4. Insects
3. Obsessive trade
2. High humidity
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