| Q: |
Is
it safe to travel in Thailand? |
| A: |
Thailand
is one of the safest countries in the region for the
traveler. The risk of contracting illness or disease
is minimal provided basic care is taken over food, water
and sexual contacts. Check the details in the advice
about health section in the Facts for Travelers
pages of thailand.com.
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Q: |
What
about crime? |
| A: |
If
you take normal precautions to protect your valuables,
and are suitably wary of fast talking strangers, you should
not have any problem. Theft and fraud are the biggest
risks, but Thailand is a lot safer than most countries,
including those in the West, and crime against persons,
especially tourists, is relatively rare.
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| Q: |
Can
I get assistance from the Thai authorities if I have a
problem? |
| A: |
A
special branch of law enforcement, the Tourist Police,
are responsible for ensuring the safety of foreign visitors.
Information on emergency calls
can be found in the Facts for Travelers section.
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| Q: |
Is
good quality medical care available? |
| A: |
Thailand
has the best medical facilities in Southeast Asia. Thai
hospitals are marvels of efficiency and professionalism.
People from all over the region, and from as far away
as South Asia, come to Thailand for medical treatment.
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