ASEAN Traveler's Guide
Southeast Asia is rich in natural beauty and ancient history. We have some of the most pristine ecological environments on the earth and vast cultural and ethnic diversity. We welcome you and hope that your travels through the region are exciting, inspiring and memorable.
Help us ensure that our sensitive environments and cultures are not spoilt by the impacts of tourism. By following these simple guidelines you can help to ensure that you get the most out of your holiday and others will too for many years to come.
Protect and conserve our natural environment
Help to conserve our environment
by using operators and businesses that have a policy to protect and conserve the natural environment.
Dispose of rubbish thorough fully, leave only footprints and take care of the environment rules and regulations in protected areas such as national parks and sensitive marine environments.
Preserve our wildlife and their habitats
Play a vital role in helping to preserve our wildlife and their habitats. Respect the rules and regulations in protected areas such as national parks and sensitive marine environments.
Never purchase souvenirs made from endangered plants and animals.
Be respectful of our culture and traditions
We have attitudes and cultural practices that may be different form those in your country. By being observant and respectful of our culture and traditions, you can ensure that you do not offend the local people.
Modest attire is important in our region. Please check the local conventions and dress accordingly. Learn what is appropriate before visiting sacred places and places of religious worship.
Be sensitive to where, how and when you take photographs or video. Always ask first.
Preserve our historical heritage
Help to preserve historical sites by exploring only the areas designated for visitors. Entrance fees at some sites help local people to conserve areas so they may enjoyed by visitors for many more centuries.
Spread the wealth
The money you spend during your ravels make a big difference to local people, business and communities. Consider where your money is going - purchase local products and support work of local crafts, people and traditional artisans. Bargaining is customary in many places but be careful to offer a fair price.
Please ensure that you only use operators and businesses that respect these principles.
Help prevent the abuse and exploitation of people.
Everyone has the right to be protected from exploitation and abuse. Consider people's human rights, particularly women and children - be mindful of the activities you undertake and the businesses that you support.
The sexual abuse of children is illegal in ASEAN countries. Strong laws exists to prosecute travelers in their home country for the sexual exploitation of children oversas.
If you suspect that child sexual abuseand exploitation is occuring,
please call
Yangon: 01 513 227, 01 513 175, 01 555952
NayPyiTaw: 067 412 188, 067 412 034, 067 412 139
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