Is it safe for Americans to travel to Thailand?

We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution to Thailand overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of terrorism, including in Bangkok and Phuket. Higher levels apply in some areas.



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The U.S. State Department considers Thailand to be a level-1 (exercise normal precautions) country. Awarded low marks for its principal city. The global safety app GeoSure ranks cities instead of countries, and gives Bangkok relatively low marks, particularly for nighttime safety and basic freedoms.

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Extra things for Thailand Malaria prevention tablets may be recommended for persons travelling to areas remote from the usual tourist areas. You will not usually need malaria pills for areas such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket or Koh Samui.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Thailand. Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price. High season is considered to be June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is September.

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Thailand is affordable, so a little goes a long way. Combine this with its incredible landscapes, its turquoise blue waters, affordable street food dishes like Moo ping and Khao man gai, and a wide selection of places for remote work and it becomes the ideal hotspot for those living the nomadic lifestyle.

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Exercise a high degree of caution to Thailand overall due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of terrorism, including in Bangkok and Phuket. Higher levels apply in some areas.

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For solo female travelers, you'll find that Thailand is a very safe country where women are respected and treated equally to men. The same safety tips apply to men and women. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when traveling alone in Thailand.

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Here are my 5 tips on how not to get sick in Thailand.
  1. Don't Drink the Water. This is a rule of thumb for traveling in many parts of the world, including Thailand. ...
  2. Avoid Pork and Shellfish. ...
  3. Ask Yourself, ?How Long Has This Been Sitting Out?? ...
  4. Assess How Popular the Stall Is. ...
  5. Take Note of What You're Eating On.


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