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Travel Do's And Don't Malaysia - Thailand - Singapore |
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Each country has their own traditions, religions and laws to abide. Like wise for any country that you are going to visit, they have their own unique cultures, religions as well as laws to follow.
I will highlight the first three countries that I am more familiar with, that is, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. The advice given here is a guideline but it's best to learn more when you arrived at the destination. Check out more details with the country tourist information board.
Some countries are more flexible and understanding when you unintentionally broke their traditions and minor laws but it is no excuse. When you are in a muslim country, it is best to stay clear of religious subject matters if you are not familiar with it. It may seem not offending to you but it is to the local muslims. Just do as what tourists usually do, visit tourist attractions and popular shopping areas and you should be safe. Do not indulge in criminal activities or befriended by some unknown person who promise you this and that to get your interest and cost saving.
Just remember, there are crooks in every country who prey on unexpected tourists. Stay alert, guard your properties closely if you need to take along with you. Leave important documents, extra cash and valuables at the hotel deposit box.
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Travel Singapore Do and Do Not |
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Singapore, like Malaysia is a multi racial country but the make up density is the reverse with Chinese making up the majority.
Handshakes are the most common greeting in Singapore. Wait for your Singaporean counterparts to initiate the handshake before you extend your hand. It is acceptable for women to shake hands with both sexes, but they are expected to initiate the gesture.
When invited to a Malay or Indian home, remove your shoes before entering. Pointing with a finger is considered rude. Displaying the sole of your foot or the bottom of your shoes is considered disrespectful and rude to some Singaporeans. So try to avoid crossing your legs unless you are seated behind a table or desk.
Don't smoke in shopping centres, restaurants, and cinemas or in places like buses, lifts etc. A maximum fine of S$1,000 is imposed on first offenders. Don't litter (or spit in) public places. Singapore has very stringent laws on cleanliness, to say nothing of very heavy fines.
It is also illegal to possess or trafficking of drugs, with the death penalty if found guilty. Singapore outlawed the import, manufacture and sale of chewing gum in 1992 and as of now will no longer be a criminal offence, but it will only be sold on prescription.
Basically, the three countries have the same law governance, almost the same culture but the most important is to respect each individual religion, custom and culture. Follow these simple rule and you should have no problem in enjoying your stay.
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Travel Thailand Do And Do Not |
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Thai people have a deep, traditional reverence for the Royal Family, and a visitor should be careful to show respect for the King, the Queen and the Royal Children. They love and respect their king. Do not ask or speak anything bad about the king if you are not familiar.
Visitors should dress neatly in all religious shrines. It is acceptable to wear shoes when walking around the compound of a Buddhist temple, but not inside the temple.
All Buddha images, large or small, ruined or not, are regarded as sacred objects. Show your respect.
Buddhist monks are forbidden to touch or be touched by a woman, or to accept anything from the hand of one. If a woman has to give anything to a monk, she first hands it to a man, who then presents it.
Thais greet one another, by pressing the palms together in a prayer-like gesture called a wai. Generally a younger person wais an elder, who returns it.
Thais regard the head as the highest part of the body, literally and figuratively. Therefore, avoid touching people on the head and try not to point your feet at
people or an object. It is considered very rude. Shoes should be removed when entering a private Thai home.
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Travel Malaysia Do And Do Not |
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Malaysia is a multi racial country whose population are mainly Malays, Chinese, Indians and a small number of others. The Malays are the majority and islam is the official religion. The Chinese forms the next major group, mostly buddhist and christian. Together with the Indians they have live together peacefully.
Drugs are prohibited in this country and the penalty of death by hanging is impose if found guilty of possession or trafficking.
The malays are muslim and all the food at malay outlets are halal (pork free) and are prepared the islamic way. You still can find pork and other non malay food at chinese restaurants and food stalls. There are many western type of fast food outlets if you prefer one.
Do not point your feet at people or an object. Use your thumb if you need to point an object. It is considered very rude to use fingers to point. Passionate hugging and kissing in public are not encouraged.
Avoid topic discussion on the malay religion, that is Islam if you are here as tourist.
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Other Countries
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I had traveled to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand, United States and Indonesia but do not see or hear about special do not about these countries. Maybe they do have but not that critical to warrant any special warnings. The rule of thumb when traveling on vacations or businesses is not to get involved in criminal activities. Do not get waylead by unknown characters offering helps that you do not need.
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