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/ Asia / Asia Traveler adviceDon't drink tap water
Tap water is not drinkable in the coutry, always buy bottled water!. Read full tip...
Beware of the "bird lady" on your way to Wat Pho
On my way to Wat Pho (where the Reclining Buddha is situated) I was greeted by a woman who was shoving into my palm packets of rice and corn with which to feed the pigeons. I didn't take them because...Read full tip...
Fights with local Thais
Never, ever, get into fights with the locals. Even if you are in the right, or are just standing up for someone, forget it. Most likely is that you are going to be outnumbered, and they will...Read full tip...
Rule of the Thumb
When going to places like Divisoria or Recto, be sure to handle your valuabes well and be on guard for snatchers who prowl around the area. It pays to be cautious than be sorry. . Read full tip...
Be warned of snatchers on motorcycles in Penang
When walking on the streets of Penang, be sure that your bag is safely fastened to your body. Snatchers on motorcycles roam the streets and they can easily grab anyone's belongings especially if they...Read full tip...
Staying Safe in Singapore
Though it must be said that Singapore is probably one of the safest cities in the world, this doesn't mean that there is no crime there. As even their local police will say, low crime doensn't mean...Read full tip...
Drug trafficking in Brunei
Avoid bringing illegal drug substances to Brunei. Use and possession of these are considered as serious offenses there: they carry a mandatory death sentence.. Read full tip...
Electrical Sockets in Singapore
When going to Singapore, always remember that the locals use the British-style three-pin rectangular socket, so it might be a good idea to bring along adapters of that type if you have some electrical...Read full tip...
Duty-free shop scams
Always be on the look-out for scams in Thailand. A known scam is accusing a tourist of shoplifting in duty-free shops at the Bangkok Airport. Then, the scammers will threaten the accused...Read full tip...
Foreign currency exchanges
There are a lot of Foreign Exchange centers in the country, even in streets. However, it would be wiser to have your foreign money converted in Banks and the Exchange centers in malls. They...Read full tip...
A warning to shutterbugs
Metro Manila may offer a whole lot of photo-worthy sights, but trigger-happy photographers are advised to refrain from showing their camera, especially in the streets of Manila and Quezon City. ...Read full tip...
Dealing with street beggars
The streets are almost always full of persistent beggars. Some of them stay in one place while some actually roam around and try to catch attention by knocking on vehicles' windshields or poke you...Read full tip...
Corrupt cops in Indonesia
Beware of corrupt cops in Indonesia. There are just so many of them! They may ask for bribes and gifts but please don't tolerate them. Report them to the proper authorities. . Read full tip...
Taxis in Manila
Be wary of taxi drivers who doens't reset the taxi meter. This is rampant so be sure to keep on your guard or else you'll pay more than what is due. The taxi meter starts at 30 pesos around the city...Read full tip...