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general information

Where/on what continent is Jordan located? In Asia

Square: 89,342 km²

Population of Jordan: 9,702 million people (2017)

Capital of Jordan: Oman (4.008 million)

Official language: Arab

Official currency in Jordan? Jordanian Dinar (JD or JOD)

1 JD = approximately 90 rubles

1 JD = 1.27 euros

National flag:

Flag of Jordan, officially adopted on April 18, 1928. It is based on the flag of the Arab revolt against Ottoman Empire during the First World War. The flag consists of horizontal black, white and green stripes, which are connected by a red chevron.

Best time to visit


Most of The territory of Jordan falls into the subtropical climate zone. With hot summers and rainy winters, the spring and fall months are the best time to plan a trip to Jordan.

Between the shores of the Red Sea (in the south) and Dead Sea(to the north) lies an imposing desert. Because of this, serious amplitudes are observed between daytime and nighttime temperatures.

I was also personally struck by the sudden change in weather in December. While the weather in Aqaba was sunny - 24-28 degrees during the day, in Amman (only 300 km to the north) the temperature dropped to 7 degrees. And it rained non-stop for 4 days.

Transport

Everyone knows that the organization of every trip begins with transport.

Ticket prices from Moscow to Jordan vary greatly. On average they start at 35 thousand.

Along the Dead Sea coast are some of the best resort complexes in the world. They use natural Dead Sea mud with proven healing properties.

If you are traveling during the warmer months (March-May) and (September-November), then I highly recommend including at least one night at the Bedouin settlement in the Wadi Rum desert. The price usually includes a jeep ride, an authentic dinner and breakfast.


  • I advise you to drink only bottled mineral water and black tea, so beloved by Jordanians. Bottle cost mineral water(1.5 liters) most often 1 JD. As a last resort, if you plan to spend the night in the desert and do not have access to a store, buy tablets to purify tap water, or boil it.
  • If you took pebbles from Petra, or shellfish from the Red Sea coast, be sure to hide them in your luggage. Or just leave them where you found them. At Aqaba airport, security opened my suitcase and took away 3 small stones that I took as souvenirs.
  • Bargain! Believe me, this “game” is in the blood of the locals and does not offend them in any way. Bargain to bring down the price of a souvenir or clothing.

These are the main things you need to know before traveling to Jordan. I hope my article was helpful to you! if you have additional questions– feel free to ask them in the comments section below. I'll be happy to help!

The first thing a tourist is interested in is where Cuba is located on the world map, are travel packages expensive and what are the hotel prices? It’s a little expensive, of course, but only because Cuba is too far from us, and otherwise on the island itself the prices are not so high, but the beaches and recreation compensate for everything

"Cuba libre", or Island of Freedom. White sand sunny beaches, endless ocean expanses, vibrant nature, unique architecture, rum and cigars - all this and a little more will tell you Good THERE about Cuba.

General information about Cuba

Where is Cuba

The free Republic of Cuba is located near the shores of the North and South American continents, separated from them by the waters of the Strait of Florida. The state occupies the islands of Cuba, Juventud and about 1,600 smaller islands with a total area of ​​110,860 km².

The southern coast of the country's main island faces the waters Caribbean Sea, and the northwestern and northeastern beaches are washed by the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean.

Cuba on the world map

Population

According to data from the Population Division of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, the population of the republic in 2017 is 11.4 million people.

Currency

The national currency is the Cuban peso CUP, CUC. At the rate of 1 peso = 1 US dollar.

Useful phone numbers

  • Country dialing code: 53;
  • Havana telephone code: 7;
  • Call from Cuba: 119 – your country code – area code – phone number.
  • Call to Cuba: 8 – international call code – Cuba code – area code – phone number.
  • Embassy of the Russian Federation: (+53 7) 204-10-85;
  • Consulate of the Russian Federation: (+53 2) 268 61 46.

Emergency services (Havana):

  • Police: 116;
  • Honey. help: 40-50-93;
  • Firefighters: 78-85-41.

On the territory of the country:

  • National police: 82-01-16;
  • Firefighters: 81-11-15;
  • Honey. help: 24-28-11.

Payment and exchange in Cuba

In areas intended for tourists, convertible pesos are in circulation. Because of the warm relations between the island communist state and the Empire of Good, which is jealous from the other end of the Florida Strait, it is better not to fly with the evergreen presidents on vacation. When exchanging American dollars, you may be charged a commission of 10 to 20%. Therefore already seasoned tourists It is recommended to come here with Euro. Interestingly, it is almost impossible for a tourist to come across a non-convertible Cuban peso (CUP).

If it is more convenient for you to use Visa/MasterCard cards, please note that:

  • Visa is accepted in more establishments than Mastercard;
  • When visiting small shops or cafes, it is better to have cash with you, as there may not be a payment terminal;
  • Card transactions are subject to a tax of 11.24%.

Tourist reminder

Your stay in Cuba should be as colorful as possible, and you may need to add some color to your everyday wardrobe. You have every chance to become a fan of Cuban cigars after visiting their homeland, but smoking in public places is prohibited.

If you encounter a cow on the way to the beach or during an excursion, be extremely careful. This animal is sacred to Cubans, and the death of a cow in your presence can lead to unpleasant conversations with the local police.

It is also important for tourists to know that photographing government institutions military equipment, soldiers, police are prohibited. In addition, before taking a photograph of a Cuban, you should definitely ask his permission.

What are the Cuban people like?


Cuba is a multinational and multicultural country, where the blood and traditions of the peoples of Africa, Spain, Italy, Britain, Germany, Cuban and American Indian tribes, immigrants from China, France, as well as Jews resettled during the First and Second World Wars, are mixed.

Local, friendly people. Do not rush to refuse an offer to play dominoes or share a meal. Don’t be surprised if they ask you to drink in a cafe at your expense. And if hotel or hostel employees ask you to leave personal hygiene products (razors, shaving foam, etc.), remember that this is due to the high cost and inaccessibility of the latter for poor citizens.

Security on Cuban soil

The people in the communist republic are friendly, but poor. It is better not to show cash and expensive accessories. Keep an eye on your belongings to avoid becoming a victim of petty scammers and pickpockets. It is not recommended to walk in poor areas at night due to the high likelihood of being attacked.

Climate in Cuba, when is the best time to go?

The most favorable time for relaxation is from November to April.

Windsurfers will love it in the summer, when the rainy season sees the highest peaks. big waves. The dominance of hurricanes between October and November can overshadow your vacation, but in fact you can plan a vacation in Cuba at any time of the year.

Thanks to its small area, you can travel around Cuba in just a few weeks of vacation. So that you don’t miss anything important, our website has prepared for you a list of cities and resorts that you must visit.

Capital Havana is a city of opposites. Here, modern skyscrapers stand next to colonial pre-revolutionary mansions in which ordinary people live. The city is full architectural monuments, And interesting places. Havana dazzles with white beaches, treats you to exquisite cuisine and entices you with the sounds of salsa. The El Floridita bar, one of Ernest Hemingway’s favorite places, is especially worth a look. If you're not interested in a bar, visit the writer's house museum and then head to the Roma Museum. For those who are not tired of day excursions, it is important to know that closer to night the city turns into one big disco filled with unbridled energy. It's time to visit the Tropicana cabaret show, which has been famous throughout the world since 1939.

Santa Clara

Santa Clara A memorable place for the Cuban revolution, where Comandante Che Guevara derailed the armored train of the dictator Batista. The wreckage of that same train remains at the crash site to this day, they are a pride and attraction for the residents of the country. In addition, a mausoleum named after Ernesto Che Guevara was erected here, and if you are an American citizen, you may not be allowed into it.

Santiago de Cuba

The birthplace of street culture – Santiago de Cuba. Music on the streets of the town sounds on every corner. This place is rightfully considered the cradle of Cuban melodies and rum, because Don Facundo Bacardi was born here.

Trinidad

If you are interested in seeing the island as it was in the 18th century, then the city Trinidad– the best place for this. The authentic ambience of this place is amazing. Cobblestone roads, colonial-style houses, sugar plantations and slave cabins, all reminiscent of times gone by.

Matanzas

Matanzas the capital of the province of the same name is known large quantity bridges, for which it was nicknamed “Cuban Venice”. The province of Pinar del Rio is an interesting place to visit, where you can visit tobacco plantations and admire the views of the Viñales Valley, which received the title of “Cultural Landscape of Humanity” in 1999.

Cuban resorts

Varadero

Varadero- the oldest of the resorts, a popular and truly heavenly place with turquoise ocean waters and snow-white beaches. The resort can be called a classic holiday in Russian style, everything is always included here. 24-hour bars, buffet in a restaurant with cuisines from all over the world.

Holguin

Holguin– elite business resort VIP class. The hotels are mostly five star. People visit this place for luxury, tranquility and sophistication.

Guardavalaka

Guardavalaka, one of best resorts for diving, famous for its coral reef. Esmeralda is a place of emerald beaches. For lovers of original parties, it will be interesting to find yourself in a cave disco on the island of Cayo Coco.

Juventud

Juventud, known as the Island of Youth (located 100 km from the island of Cuba) is interesting for its nature reserves. They say that R. L. Stevenson described the image of “Treasure Island” precisely from the landscapes of Juventud.

Cayo Largo

Speaking about pirates, it’s hard not to mention La Yana - this is an ancient tree located on the island Cayo Largo. According to legend, it served as a landmark for pirates of the Caribbean when they buried their stolen gold.

This is just a small part of the places you can visit during your stay in this country. Even if you come to Cuba several times a year for several years, this country will always find something to surprise and entice you.

Entertainment and relaxation on Liberty Island


The very thing for which thousands of tourists come on vacation every year is diving. Undersea world interesting not only because they are beautiful coral reefs, but also many sunken ships off the coast. Windsurfers can catch the waves at sandy shores, those who don’t want to (or don’t know how to swim) plunge into the arms of the ocean in a submarine.

The main monuments of Cuban architecture are concentrated in several of the most famous cities among tourists. In the capital of Cuba, Havana, you can see many cathedrals, including Cathedral St. Christopher. And it’s better for you not to brag that you’ve been to Cuba without visiting the Armory, Cathedral and Old Square capital of the state.

Che Guevara Memorial in Santa Clara, cigar factory " Francisco Donatien» in Pinar del Rio, caves with rock paintings of Mantanas. There is a prison on the island of Juventud Presidio Modelo", which is a copy former place imprisonment of F. Castro, prison " Joliet"(Illinois). Natural landscapes and National parks more than make up for the small number of architectural attractions, many natural areas Cuba is under the protection of UNESCO.

When you come on vacation from July 15 to August 15, be sure to visit the carnivals that take place in Havana and Santiago de Cuba, as these are unforgettable colorful events full of music, dances and colorful costumes. And smokers will be interested to know about the international festival of Cuban cigars taking place at the end of February.

Where would we be without shopping?, because you need to buy something truly Cuban - cigars, rum and coffee. Black corals and products made from them are popular among tourists. IN shopping centers Havana or Casa del Habano chain stores will not deceive you and will sell goods of proper quality.

National Cuban cuisine


Creole cuisine predominates in Cuba. Basic National dishes prepared from pork and chicken. The meat is prepared in a variety of ways different ways. Among the national dishes cuisines – “Creole ajiaco” is one of the main ones. It is prepared from pork and vegetables with the addition of a good portion of spices. Also you should try:

  • lobster with lemon;
  • crocodile meat;
  • turtle meat and eggs.

Fresh fruit slices are often served with each dish. They brew delicious and strong coffee. The main national drink is rum, which is included in almost all local cocktails.

Restaurants are mainly concentrated in resort and tourist areas, it is recommended to visit them with cash. The cost of a meal for one person in a good establishment is from 30 to 40 pesos, simpler establishments will cost no more than 15 pesos, and in an eatery you will leave a maximum of 5 Cuban coins. The tip is 10% of the check amount and it is better to give it to the waiters. And if you decide to eat at a bar, you are unlikely to succeed. In colorful Cuban bars you need to drink, and from food you will get the most nuts, or chips.

Cuban hotels

The most common hotels in Cuba are 4-star hotels, although for those who do not particularly plan to stay within four walls, there are a sufficient number of 2 and 3-star hotels. But for lovers of luxury, there is not much to choose from; there are literally only a few 5-star hotels. Most of the hotels on Liberty Island represent well-known global chains that operate according to the " all inclusive"Check-in at a hotel in Cuba occurs at 15:00, check-out is at 12:00. Cunning Cubans leave themselves three hours to clean the room before the arrival of the next guests, so you can safely make a claim if you find unwanted traces of previous guests.

How to get to Cuba

Whatever heavenly place Cuba didn't seem to you, good THERE recommends paying attention to negative sides holidays in this beautiful country:

  • the sun is much more intense and brighter than residents of the CIS countries and Russia are used to, in order to avoid sunburn stock up on sunscreen;
  • evening beach holiday small insects can spoil it; it is necessary to have protective sprays and creams with you;
  • do not drink raw water, and ask for chilled alcoholic drinks without ice, since Cuban water contains a lot of bacteria that are harmful to an unaccustomed tourist;
  • beware of marine life: moray eels, sea snakes and urchins and “Portuguese man-of-war”;
  • Remember the poverty of the population, which may provoke the desire of some individuals to rob you if you openly display your valuables and cash.

All these are just warnings, because it is better to prepare in advance so that your vacation is not overshadowed by anything and you can enjoy positive aspects trips:

  • feel the atmosphere of freedom;
  • enjoy the snow-white beaches;
  • absorb the cultural spirit of Cuba by visiting festivals and carnivals;
  • admire the beauty of Cuban nature;
  • try cigars and rum in their homeland;
  • dive into the depths of the ocean to explore its treasures;
  • meet and communicate with new people.

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There is something interesting for everyone in Cuba. Expand your borders, the world is not in our apartments and phones. Travel, feel, learn new things. Fine THERE wishes you have a nice holiday on Liberty Island.

Regardless of whether you are traveling in a familiar and safe European country, or going on a trip to exotic places, you need to remember a number of universal rules.

Make sure you have good health before your trip travel insurance. Ask your insurance agent in detail what risks the insurance covers, whether loss of luggage will be compensated, and whether you can get dental care under your insurance policy. An insurance company employee may not immediately tell you about all the nuances, but he must answer questions honestly and in detail. Don't skimp on insurance. Believe me, this is not the case when you can save money.

Consider storing money while traveling. If you have a plastic deposit account, great. It is better to have several cards from different banks. It is not uncommon for the card to be suddenly blocked if you have withdrawn a large amount, or the ATM decides not to issue your “golden visa gold” back. Have a couple of backup options for this case. Be sure to take cash with you so you can pay with something, water at the nearest kiosk until you find the right ATM.

Make copies of passports and tickets. Place them separately from documents. It would be a good idea to send copies of documents to in electronic format to your email. Even if absolutely everything is stolen from you in a foreign country, the local police will help you to your embassy, ​​and it is much faster and easier to restore your passports with existing copies.

Spend a little time and learn at least the basic rules and customs of the countries where you are going. For example, in many Asian countries, shouting and raising your voice means losing face. If you are dissatisfied with something and shouted at the service staff in a cafe or hotel, then most likely your demands will be fulfilled. But they will stop respecting you once and for all. And they will be treated accordingly in the future. In many Muslim countries women should not walk around in miniskirts, and men should not look very closely at a figure in a hijab. In India, you shouldn’t rush and fuss, otherwise you will be considered a frivolous, empty person.

If you are flying by plane, in addition to documents and a book, take hand luggage a set of spare underwear, medicines you need regularly, glasses and valuables. Even the most famous and prestigious airline cannot boast that it has never lost a passenger’s luggage. Usually the luggage will be found sooner or later, but in the meantime, underwear, glasses and headache pills will be very useful.

Don’t try to try all the exotic dishes at once on the first day of arriving in a new place. Get used to local cuisine gradually, do not force the body. And don't drink too much alcoholic beverages at least for the first 2-3 days.

Drink more water on the plane. The body spends a lot of fluid during flight. On average, you need to drink at least a glass of water every hour.

Follow basic safety rules. Don't wear your best clothes on vacation at once. Leave the gold chains, rings, bracelets, designer trousers and stunning bags at home. Don't give extra reason to thieves and scammers. Decide what is more important to you: to see the world or to show yourself? Do not allow strangers into your room, bungalow, house, or compartment. If you and these people sat cheerfully at the same table in a cafe yesterday, they should not move from the category of strangers to the category of “friends forever.”

And the main rule when traveling, which even the most advanced tourists often forget about for some reason, is to enjoy yourself. Learn to enjoy everything new and unusual, what you see, hear, try, feel for the first time. Appreciate every moment, treat any transport delays or changes in plans easily and calmly, as a fun adventure.

Hello friends. If someone had told me everything I want to tell you about today, my holiday in Thailand would have been much easier and calmer. We wouldn’t worry so much in vain in advance and wouldn’t spoil our vacation with negative thoughts.

Today I want to save everyone who is going on their first vacation to Thailand from restless thoughts. So that the anticipation before the trip and the entire vacation pass only with a joyful and serene expression on your face, because you are flying to the land of smiles, right?

I don’t know about you, but this issue worried us a lot. Upon arrival, we didn’t want to rush around Thailand looking for swimming goggles, and besides, we didn’t know how much it could all cost there. On the other hand, I didn’t want to clutter my suitcase with oversized cargo. And we didn’t find any practical advice on this matter then. As a result, they dragged this plastic trash with them, which they then safely left in Thailand.

Therefore, friends, there is no need to carry masks and fins with you on vacation. In Thailand you will find this goodness at every step, and the prices will be cheaper than in our Sportmaster. The same applies to children's inflatable rings, vests and beach mats.

Also, do not take shampoos, conditioners, shower gels with you. All this can be bought on every corner in 7/11 tourist shops. There you will also find medicines for fever, like our paracetamol, throat lozenges and antiseptics. So even our first aid kit, which we collected for the holiday, was of no use to us in Thailand.

2. How much money to take and in what amount

What should I take - rubles, dollars, euros? In Thailand, the dollar exchange rate is the same as ours, and here you can easily exchange rubles for dollars. It’s better to take some cash in dollars to exchange them for baht in Thailand, as well as money for plastic card, cashless For me, there were no special problems when using the card in Thailand; I’ll tell you more about the money issue.

3. Where to eat for a Russian person

When buying a trip to Thailand, a tourist is usually offered to take a tour only with breakfast, or even without meals at all, because the hotel does not provide a dining room. And those hotels that have a buffet, which we are all so accustomed to when vacationing in Turkey and Egypt, are prohibitively expensive. And in order to save money, enterprising travel agents squeeze in trips to Thailand without all-inclusive, and then you’ll figure it out and won’t go hungry.

Of course, at first we are all happy that we are flying on vacation, but then we cool down and begin to worry - Damn, what am I going to eat there? Some of these tourists prepare for their trip to Thailand with all responsibility and begin to fill their suitcases with cans of stew. And some don’t give a damn and are preparing to lose those extra pounds. So those and those citizens, calm down. In Thailand there are no problems with food at all. You can only stay hungry here if you got burned on the beach and can’t leave the hotel.

There is food for everyone here according to their needs: for vegans, for meat-eaters and fish-eaters, even for those who don’t mind crunching on grasshoppers or drinking snake’s blood. If it doesn't suit you at all local menu, look for a cafe with Russian cuisine, although I’ll warn you right away that you’ll have to pay quite a bit of money for a plate of borscht or dumplings. You can find out more about prices and where and how you can eat in Thailand.

4. Mobile communications

All well-known Russian operators like Beeline and others work in Thailand without problems, you just need to activate roaming before your trip. You can buy a SIM card in Thai chain stores - 7/11 or Family Mart.

5. Internet and Wi-Fi

If you don’t want to buy a SIM card, then in principle you can get by with Wi-Fi, which is now available in all hotels and guest houses in Thailand. You need to ask the reception for the password and connect. All messengers like WhatsApp and Viber work in Thailand without problems. The only disadvantage of the Internet is that it is terribly slow here. This is annoying at first, but it will be enough for correspondence with family and friends. You didn’t come to Thailand to watch TV series.

6. I don't know English

Do you think that all Thais are fluent in English? Believe me, most have the same basic knowledge of the language that you were taught at school. Moreover, the Thais were taught to speak by the tourists themselves. This means you can easily master the most necessary speech patterns in English. Well, if your memory is generally poor, then no one has canceled sign language. My husband communicated well with Thais using gestures. You should have seen how he was looking for a restaurant, saying yum - yum, and he still managed to convey the essence to his interlocutor. Reminds me of one joke.

Abroad, the wife sent her husband to the store for pork ribs.
And what’s surprising is that my husband brought them.
She asks:
- And how did you buy them without knowing the language?
“And I came, lifted my shirt, showed the seller my ribs and grunted.”
The wife laughs:
“Next time I’ll send you for eggs!”

7. Tan

This is the most important thing that any tourist needs to take care of first - how not to get sunburned. Approximately 80% of all tourists who come on vacation burn in the sun and get a skin burn or sunstroke. When you are relaxing, especially after a long flight and diving straight from Russian winter into summer, you usually completely forget about protecting your skin or manage to fall asleep on the beach.

Everyone wants their tan to stick, and many are confident that they won’t burn on the first day. So I'm telling you personal experience, they burn out on the first day! If you don’t want to spend half your vacation being a red-skinned Indian in your room, generously apply cream before leaving the hotel, even if you just went for a walk. And on the beach you sit under an umbrella.

At first we were perplexed by the Thais. who, in the heat, dressed, to put it mildly, inappropriately for the weather. And by the end of the rest they switched to a similar type of clothing, when their arms, legs and shoulders were covered.

By the way, about umbrellas and sun loungers. They are paid on all beaches in Thailand! Yes, so factor into your trip budget the cost of renting beach accessories at about 100 baht per set daily. If the toad is choking, as an alternative, buy an umbrella and a rug at the supermarket and take it with you to the beach. Many popular beaches, such as Patong in Phuket, have wide beach strip, where from the natural free shade created by palm trees, you have to walk another 100 meters to the sea. So leaving your things unattended under a palm tree to swim will cost you more.

8. Excursions

It is not necessary to buy excursions through Russian guides, as elsewhere their prices for trips are too high. You can take a walk and ask for the same excursions at local street travel agencies. If you are afraid that you will be deceived or scammed, leave a small advance. By the way, even if local guides show you the price on the street, you can bargain and get yourself a small discount. Checked) It’s strange that the style of bargaining doesn’t work on clothes and souvenir consumer goods, but here it works quite well. A standard excursion in Thailand includes round-trip transfer, meals, attractions, and insurance.

9. Beach. Smoking on the beach

You don’t have to spend your entire vacation on one beach if you don’t like it. Read the next paragraph about transport and feel free to ride around the island without harming your wallet. For example, if you come to Thailand to relax on Patong or Karon beaches, it would be stupid for you to spend your entire vacation on one beach when Phuket is full of chic places such as Nai Harn or Yanui.

An innovation since 2018 in Thailand - smoking on the beaches is allowed only in specially designated areas; violators are subject to a fine.

10. Transport

The most common type of transportation for tourists, which guides and Thais themselves will tell you about, are taxis and tuk tuks. 90 percent of vacationers travel on them. But the prices there are such that you can’t travel much; for a transfer from one beach to another, a tuk tuk driver can charge you 800 baht, which is about 1,500 rubles for a minute! There are many ways to get around the islands in Thailand on a budget. But tourists are afraid to get on a local minibus because they don’t know where it will take them and they think that they will get lost. I left a reminder for such tourists about public transport in Thailand.

11. Bike

I’ll warn you right away - this bike is not a vehicle for everyone. If you are not sure that you can cope with the curves on the roads, and in THAILAND they are all very steep, and with left-hand traffic, then it is better not to risk it. You will spend more on treatment than you save and ruin your vacation.

And for those who know how to drive and are consciously ready to get behind the wheel of a motorbike, but think that without a license they will be taken to the police or expelled from the country, I declare from personal experience that it is possible to drive a motorbike without a license. But if you get caught, you will have to answer. The maximum fine you can be charged is 500 baht for driving without a license, and 1000 baht for driving without a helmet. I hope there is no need to remind you that you can’t drive while drunk. You can find out other subtleties of riding a motorbike in Thailand.

12. Is it possible to go into the jungle on your own?

They frightened us with all sorts of horror stories that as soon as we entered a dense Thai forest, a snake or a crocodile would jump out from behind a tree. All of these, of course, are fairy tales that frightened us in childhood, remember this song: Children don’t go for walks in Africa, there are gorillas and evil crocodiles there. This is how you like to scare relatives and friends who are really scared for you or people who don’t stick their noses beyond the hotel grounds. Of course, you need to remember about precautions, and a bit of reasonable fear should remain in you) But if you are walking along trekking trails, of which there are many in Thailand, where there are signs, then it would be a sin to miss the opportunity to see a tropical waterfall or climb to a stunning observation point on the island.

Traveling abroad for the first time is an ordeal. I want to have a good rest and avoid troubles that can happen due to ignorance or unpleasant incidents. Here are some tips for a novice tourist that will teach you what to do if troubles do happen to you.
1. The main thing is not to lose your passport. Therefore, make several paper photocopies, and be sure to send a photocopy of the documents to your email.
2. Even before your trip, find out the phone numbers of Russian embassies in the countries you are going to visit.
3. Do not keep money next to documents, do not carry a lot of money with you. Never put money in your purses.
4. Before crossing the border, find out the list of things and products that cannot be exported. Pay special attention to meat and dairy products when entering the European Union.
5. Don't buy jewelry on the street. In 100% of cases it is a fake.
6. Avoid demonstrations and large crowds of people. There will definitely be pickpockets in the crowd. And if this is some kind of unauthorized demonstration, then under bad circumstances, you may end up with the police, and there no one will be in a hurry to establish your identity.
7. Avoid people who force themselves on you: they try to show you something, take you somewhere. Most likely, you will be escorted to the nearest back alley, and there they will strip you down to your underpants.
8. Don't let go of the camera.
9. Find out about discounts at museums you want to visit. Some museums offer big discounts on tickets on certain days of the week.
10. Try to find as much as possible before your trip. more information about the country you are traveling to. It is useful to know that in Germany almost all stores are closed on Sunday, and in Arab countries Under no circumstances should you photograph women.
11. Always have your hotel card with you. It usually has a small map and tips on how to get to the hotel. Even if you don’t know a foreign language, you can still use gestures to explain local residents that you are looking for a hotel whose name is written on the card.
12. Every hotel has a reception desk free cards city, these maps usually show the main attractions and how to get to them from the hotel.
13. Be sure to buy health insurance. Treatment abroad is very expensive.
14. You shouldn’t play with fate and wander around alone unfamiliar city. If you are attacked, then run away and shout not “militia”, but “police”.
15. In Arab countries, street vendors are very annoying. They grab tourists by the hands and clothes. But as soon as you say the magic word “polis”, “police” several times, the crowd of traders disperses in a second.
16. Do not hesitate to ask the administrator at reception where to go and whether it is worth going there. Administrators will give you useful tips and they will even draw a map.
17. If you are robbed, then just shout “POLICE” on the street, in a few minutes someone will come up to you and show you where the nearest police department is.
18. In the event of an unforeseen situation, you should not communicate with representatives of local law enforcement agencies, or sign any protocols or other documents in a foreign language in the absence of consular officers Russian Federation in the host country, since such testimony, according to the legislation of a number of countries, can be used as the basis for charges of committing a crime.

We wish you a safe and fun holiday

“For the first time abroad. What a novice tourist needs to know"
in the newspaper "Severny Krai"
dated March 14, 2011

Chief State Sanitary Doctor in Krasnoselkupsky District
E.Yu. Gerasimova

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