Fine imposed on foreign driver for operating vehicle on Phuket shoreline
Gist of the Story: A traveler from the UAE met with trouble in Phuket, Thailand, after driving a vehicle on a beach. Here's the lowdown on what went down.
Traveling, man? Well, if you're in Phuket, Thailand, watch your back 'cause you could run into some trouble if you decide to drive on beaches—like the Layi beach in Kathu district, where a 22-year-old fella from the UAE found himself in hot water.
His name's Mohamed Alsuwaidi, and he thought it was a bright idea to take his rented Jeep cruisin' on Layi beach. Yeah, well, nothing goes as planned, do it? That Jeep quickly got bogged down in the sand and couldn't move an inch.
And boy, did the Kamala police chief rub some salt in his wounds! He slapped Mohamed with a hefty 5,000 baht fine for causing a nuisance in a public place. Ouch! That's gotta hurt.
So, folks, if you're visiting Phuket and thinking about hopping behind the wheel and driving onto the beach, think again. The sand ain't no playground for cars, and you could be in for a world of trouble. Stick to the roads or better yet, take a taxi or use public transport to explore the island safely.
Bonus Info: You should also know that if you're planning to drive in Thailand, including on those roads that lead to beaches, foreign drivers need a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside their original driver's license from their home country. Also, driving conditions in Thailand can be tricky, especially on beaches due to sandy terrain and lack of designated driving paths. So, it's wise to avoid stirring the sand with your tires to steer clear of accidents and legal issues.
Mohamed Alsuwaidi from the UAE learned the hard way that driving on beaches in Phuket, Thailand can lead to trouble, as he ended up with a 5,000 baht fine for causing a nuisance. If you're visiting Phuket and considering sports-betting on driving on the beach, think again, since it might be better to stick to safer options like taxis or public transport, especially if you don't have the proper International Driving Permit (IDP) for driving in Thailand, including on beaches.
