7 Countries with Unusual Travel Rules Every Globetrotter Should Know

Siddhi Sharma
Nov 27, 2024

Singapore - No Chewing Gum

Chewing gum is prohibited in order to preserve order and hygiene.

Bhutan - Smoking Ban

Bhutan's smoking ban forbids the sale of tobacco products and requires tourists to disclose and pay tobacco taxes.

Japan: Limitations on Medication

Some over-the-counter drugs, such as cold medicines and inhalers, are forbidden.

Greece: No Excessive Heels

To preserve historic ruins, high heels are prohibited at archaeological sites.

Switzerland - Quiet at Night

After 10 PM, noise, including toilet flushing, is prohibited in residential areas.

Maldives - Alcohol Limitations

Outside of resorts, alcohol is not allowed in observance of the country's Islamic customs.

Thailand: Electronic cigarettes

Prohibition Vaping is prohibited, and infractions may lead to severe penalties or even jail time.

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