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Originally Posted by DemolitionRed
When you travel to such places you need to use your common sense and the only way you can do that is by informing and understanding some of the odd customs and laws.
Taking half a dozen packets of chewing gum into Singapore can land you a year in jail and you could be landed with a hefty fine if you sipped some water from a bottle on any of there metro systems.
Its the same in Dubai or the United Arab Emirates. During Ramadan if you are caught eating within a public space you can be fined and even jailed.
Don't walk into any Eastern temple without covering your shoulders and if you have any visible tattoos that depict Buddhism, don't let anyone see those tattoos whilst in Sri Lanka www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-27107857
Accidentally walk onto someone else's land in many American states and you could be legally shot dead. 'Castle Law' permits land owners to shoot, maim or kill trespasses without any legal restraints.
If you accidentally drop your money in Thailand, whatever you do, don't step on it. stepping on the kings head is seen as sacrilege and could land you in jail.
Understand the customs and be a respectful traveller. |
Just confirms what I've always thought that travelling is too hard work
Why the fine for drinking water on the metro though?
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