Some Important things you need to know when you first go to Thailand

Thailand is one of the most visited countries. With a variety of cultural attractions and exciting tourist spots, of course makes Thailand has its own attraction for the traveler.

However, before a traveler visits the White Elephant Country, it is good for you to know certain things so that the traveling program runs more smoothly.

Especially if this is the first time a traveler visits Thailand. For that, below are some things you should know when you first visit Thailand.

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• There are lots of stray dogs
  Even in Bangkok alone, there are around 300 thousand dogs that roam the streets. Although the numbers are not yet known, one thing that is certain is that at least you will meet around 5 of these no-man's dogs. Sores, ulcerations, fleas, or rashes are just a few of the conditions suffered by the street dogs.

Concerned locals provide food and water for this large number of dogs, but many are still neglected. You may help him, but still must be vigilant. We do not know, right, what disease can be carried by wild dogs?

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• Avoid Fauna Tourism
  Interacting with some exotic Thai animals has become an activity for travelers to do. Elephant trekking, tiger temples, and taking pictures with monkeys are some of the activities that you might encounter while visiting Thailand. Although it is an agenda that you want to do, but it is recommended not to do it.

Many travelers are not aware of how these animals are not treated, cared for, or cared for properly. Better, find a more ethical way to interact with animals. If you really want to see elephants, just look at them! But don't ride them. If you want to take a photo of a monkey, visit the temple or the beach they live in.

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• Bid on price of goods wisely
  Bargaining in Thailand can be fun. Usually, the goods sold can be negotiated until they reach an agreed price. When you visit the Chatuchak Weekend Market, bargain first on the price of the item you want to buy. Especially if you don't see the price tag, then the bargaining price is lower than what the trader said. However, if you make the merchant uncomfortable or the bargaining process no longer feels friendly, move to another shop immediately. No need to be too determined to save prices in the Thai market.

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• Always provide insect spray
  Many travelers traveling in Thailand get insect bites. Well, instead of traveling agenda damaged because your body is itching or exposed to a virus that is transmitted by insects, it helps you carry insect spray. Can choose in the form of spray, or insect repellent lotion. You won't know when the Aedes aegepty mosquito carrying the dengue virus will bite, right?

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• Be careful with certain offers
  Especially when taking a taxi. Many tourists are victims of fraud because they do not know their destination. Therefore, you have to do a little 'research' first before going to Thailand. Find out about the cost of admission tickets from various tourist attractions that you will visit. Always carry and study the map well. Also learn some daily words or phrases in Thai.

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• Don't feed the monkey

When you explore the southern part of Thailand, you will find so many monkeys on the beaches. His face is indeed cute with adorable behavior, making a traveler interested to approach him.

That's fine, but don't ever feed them. Feeding a monkey will make these primates lazy to find their own food. In addition, it can also make a monkey associate human presence with food.

So do not be surprised, if a lot of monkeys who steal bags, clothes, and others to find food. Also, remember that monkeys are wild animals that may also carry diseases, such as rabies.

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• Bring your own toilet paper
  Toilet paper does not seem to be easy to find in Thai toilets. So it is with soap. Most toilets in Thailand are squat toilets, which are small holes in the ground. While there are several toilets that provide water spray for worms, toilet paper is still not sure you can get.

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• 'Mai Pen Rai'

You will often hear this phrase and the meaning is somewhat complicated and must be adapted to the situation. "Mai pen rai" is basically a phrase that is usually spoken by Thai people when things are bad. "Mai pen rai" literally means "it's okay", "don't worry", or "no need, it's okay".

Thai people are very worried if they 'lose face'. Many Thais will say or do anything to avoid shame. You might be able to see how some people avoid losing face in a conversation.

If the Thais don't understand what you're saying, they will sometimes just laugh or nod in agreement. In fact, they actually do not understand and do not want to look embarrassed. Agree or not, you will definitely find someone like this. Or it could be the phrase 'mai pen rai' is interpreted to be 'okay, whatever.

Here are some important things when you first visit Thailand, which I have summarized from various articles. Hopefully this article is useful for you all.