Chewing gum and exotic durian are banned in Singapore
For example, find out why you shouldn't take pets to Singapore or wear camouflage in Barbados... And for those tourists who want to be forewarned, and thus forearmed, the airline Fly Dubai has compiled a guide to various unusual bans in different countries. The publication "Lenta.ru" tells about what you definitely should not do when traveling to different countries of the world.
UAE: Sobriety and no girlfriend
Consumption of alcoholic beverages or even simply being intoxicated in public places is strictly prohibited in the United Arab Emirates. True, there are specially licensed establishments, but even there you must be at least 18 years old (in Dubai) or 21 years old (in Abu Dhabi). Otherwise, alcohol will not be sold to you.
A couple not in an official marriage cannot book a hotel room in the Emirates. This is punishable by law, which also applies to tourists. Violators are deported from the country and may even be taken to court.
E-cigarettes are banned in the UAE: they will be confiscated at the border if you try to bring them with you.
Italy: Don't eat with your hands
Pizza is certainly very convenient to eat without a knife and fork, just holding it with your hands and biting. But in the homeland of pizza, this is considered the height of rudeness.
Also, don't forget that the gesture loved by rockers, where all fingers are bent except the index and little finger, has a completely different meaning in Italy. Namely, "Your wife is cheating on you."
USA: Remember tips
In many European countries (for example, Italy), it is considered perfectly normal not to leave tips in cafes and restaurants. But in the United States, this is not customary, because as a rule, the salary of service staff largely consists of the money left by customers as tips. Ignoring this rule means acting very rudely.
Barbados: No militaria
On the island of Barbados, you cannot walk around in camouflage clothing. The ban also applies to children's clothing.
Singapore: Chewing is prohibited
A beloved pet will not have a very good time if you take it with you to Singapore. There's simply no point in bringing your pet, because it is only allowed to be kept in the hotel (apartment), and you cannot appear with it in public places.
In Singapore, you won't be able to relax with a glass or two at night (at least outside specially designated areas): from 10:30 PM to 7 AM, consumption of alcohol outside bars, cafes, and hotels is prohibited.
The country is also extremely intolerant of those who cannot carry a candy wrapper or an empty bottle to the trash can. Littering on the streets in Singapore is a very expensive pleasure. Even chewing gum was banned in the country to prevent anyone from being tempted to spit it out where they shouldn't. Additionally, you cannot eat anything on public transport.
Thailand: Don't whistle and respect the king
Whistling at night in Thailand is considered a bad omen: superstitious locals might think you are trying to summon evil spirits.
Thais are also very nervous about those who criticize their king. Better to say nothing about the monarch, or only good things.
In this country, it is also considered the height of rudeness to put your feet on a table or even on a chair. Also, do not try to point at something with your lower limbs or, heaven forbid, touch someone with them: that is an insult.
China: No familiarity and no milk
In China, tea is traditionally drunk without milk. Asking for milk with tea is not just a faux pas, but an insult.
In the country, it is not customary to hug or kiss unless you know the person very, very closely.
Austria: Carry your documents
When visiting Austria, do not leave your passport at the hotel. According to local law, everyone, even tourists, must have their documents with them. Moreover, a driver's license, if anything, does not count as an identity document.
India: No handshakes
In India, it is not customary to greet people with any form of physical contact, even a handshake. Hugs, kisses, and other backslaps are out of the question.
Germany: No Nazi salutes
It seems obvious: do not use the Nazi salute in this country. The possibility of explaining that it was a joke in court is real: violators face up to five years in prison.