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Many people who have travelled the world extensively find Thailand to be a ‘very safe’ country, ‘safer than home’.
It is generally quite safe for women travelling alone as well, both during the day and at night. Incidence of foreigners being molested or assaulted are extremely low and restricted in the main to ‘areas of ill-repute’, which are dangerous in any country.
Nevertheless, one should always exercise caution and common sense. Beware of unusually slick strangers offering you incredible deals on gems or whatever. If it seems too good to be true, it usually is.
Remember, the Tourist Police in Thailand are an unusually good lot. They can be called on to assist you in any situation, whether you are being hassled or simply need a ride home.
Special efforts are presently in force to safeguard visitors and ensure the pleasantness of their stay in the Kingdom during the ‘Amazing Thailand’ campaign, 1998-1999. |
