What to eat in Thailand to not get sick?
What to eat in Thailand to not get sick? Look for foods that are hot and steaming in order to be on the safe side. The best places are the ones where food is made to order. Hot temperatures kill most germs that cause digestive illnesses as opposed to cold or lukewarm temperature that encourages bacteria growth.
Is it safe to have ice in drinks in Thailand?
Drinking ice cubes Most ice comes from ice-making machines, which are connected to a clean and safe water supply. As a result, they're absolutely nothing to be concerned about and will unlikely make you ill.
Are bars safe in Thailand?
Bars rarely, if ever, check IDs for tourists. Druggings do happen in Thailand, particularly with bucket drinks. Be careful about taking drinks from strangers or leaving a drink unattended on the table. The staff in “girlie” bars have been known to drug and rob Western men.
Can you walk with alcohol in Thailand?
Unless posted (the moat around the Old City in Chiang Mai and markets are notable exceptions), you can legally carry an open drink on the street in most places throughout Thailand.
Can you swim in the sea in Phuket?
Waves can be quite high, 4 feet or more, with strong rip currents. Several tourists drown during the rainy season each year and many more have to be rescued. Bear in mind there are no lifeguards on Phuket's beaches except Kata and Karon. Do not swim in the sea if there are red warning flags on the beach.
How do I prepare my stomach for Thailand?
If eating from street side stalls make sure the cooking plate is very hot to kill off offending bugs. If it isn't hot dont eat the food. try eating yogurt before your trip to help build up good bacteria in your system some people take pepto bismol before they eat to pre coat their stomach.
What should I be careful of in Phuket?
While incidents of violent crime are rare, there are a few neighborhoods that are best avoided. These include areas like Soi Bangla in Patong, known for its adult entertainment and can be a bit sketchy at night. Another area to be cautious of is Kamala, which has a higher crime rate than other parts of Phuket.