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Ignorance is no defense – especially when it comes to ignorance of the laws
in countries you plan to visit. While it may seem natural to study some of the
general customs and laws in major foreign countries you might not expect, for
example, to have to look for strange law changes in somewhere like Florida. Most
places in the world are relatively easy to get along in. Some strange laws are
nothing more than folklore. Every once in a while, though, you’re going to run
into something a bit off the wall and it’s important for you to be prepared in
advance.
10. DON’T FEED THE PIGEONS (ITALY)
In Italy it is illegal to feed the pigeons. Ok, that’s a bit of a blanket
statement. The rule actually has the potential to change from city to city. Make
sure you leave the pigeons alone while you’re in Venice, though – the locals are
tired of cleaning up pigeon poop. You’ll also want to avoid jumping into
fountains, walking around without your shirt on (would you DO that as a
tourist), and sitting on the sidewalk to eat your lunch. Fines range from a
warning to monetary infractions anywhere from $50 to $600.
9. EATING IN PUBLIC (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)
Before you leave for the United Arab Emirates you’ll want to make sure you
aren’t visiting during Ramadan. During that time you are not allowed to eat or
drink in public during fasting hours (ie. daylight hours) at all. Think we’re
kidding? Tourists have been fined up to $275 for drinking juice in public. Avoid
public displays of affection as well unless you want to spend a few months in
jail.
8. DON’T PAY IN CHANGE (CANADA)
Ever have the urge to empty your piggy bank of quarters and run down to the
corner store? Don’t do it in Canada. The Currency Act of 1985 prohibits
consumers from using unreasonable amounts of coins to pay for purchases. This
means you can’t pay for an item in all coins (especially if it’s over $10). Even
the use of dollar-coins is limited. The shop owner has the right to choose
whether or not he wants to take your coins but doesn’t have to.
7. WASH YOUR CAR (MOSCOW)
In the beautiful city of Moscow it is illegal to drive a dirty car. The
definition of dirty, however, is up in the air. Is a dirty car one on which you
can draw pictures in the dust? Does it hide the license plate? Does it make the
driver invisible? We suppose you’ll find out if the police poll you over but the
fines tend to be whatever the police decide to charge you – unless, of course,
you offer him a bit of cash.
6. LEAVE YOUR HEADLIGHTS ON (DENMARK)
Studies in Denmark have shown that vehicles with their headlights on are more
noticeable by other drivers than those who have their headlights off. You’d
think this law would apply to night driving but it doesn’t. Drivers here are
required to leave their headlights on during the day as well or may face a fine
of up to $100.
5. DON’T STOP ON THE AUTOBAHN (GERMANY)
You’ve heard of the Autobahn, right? The notorious German road where there are
no speed limits? Make sure you fill your gas tank BEFORE you get on this
daunting road. It’s illegal to pull over on the side of this road for any reason
and, if you do, it’s illegal to get out and walk. You are, after all,
endangering the lives of the people who are still driving at warp speeds.
4. PUT YOUR SHIRT ON (THAILAND)
In Thailand it is illegal to drive a car or motorcycle without a shirt on –
regardless of how hot it is that day. Punishments range from verbal warnings to
tickets costing about $10. This is no joke – the local police will pull you
over.
3. DON’T KISS YOUR LOVER GOODBYE (FRANCE AND ENGLAND)
Love died a little bit on April 5th of 1910. Lovers spend so much time kissing
each other goodbye at train stations that trains were actually running late. The
law is relatively old, though, and really isn’t enforced today – in France, that
is. In Warrington Bank Quay in England, however, you’ll be asked to move your
goodbyes to the “kissing zone.”
2. WEAR A COVER UP (GRENADA)
The folks at Grenada really do have a point. Cruisers visiting the beaches for
day excursions have taken to strolling city streets in nothing but their bathing
suits. In order to reign in a sense of decency, the city has instituted a fine
for those who aren’t wearing decent clothing off of the beaches. Fines can reach
up to $270 but the local tourist boards would like you to believe that the law
is not enforced. Perhaps its best to simply cover up rather than trying to find
out for yourself.
1. NO GUM CHEWING (SINGAPORE)
Those with gum chewing habits may want to call it quits before heading to
Singapore. The government really wants to keep the city clean and will fine you
for chewing gum, feeding the birds (it causes poop) and forgetting to flush a
public toilet. The only legal gum you can chew is Nicorette but you have to get
it from a doctor and they will give your name to government officials to confirm
you’re allowed to have a wad in your mouth. These aren’t the only strange laws
around the world but they’re certainly worth noting. Make sure you do your
research before leaving on your next trip. Better safe than sorry!
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Its all depend on you friends, These aren’t the only strange laws around the
world but they’re certainly worth nothing. Make sure you do your research before
leaving on your next trip. Better safe than sorry!
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