9 weird laws that could get you arrested on holiday

If you think angering the Gods by stripping off on a volcano is the most bizarre way to land yourself in hot water abroad, think again.
Because, believe it or not, this isn’t the most peculiar crime you can commit in a foreign country.
There’s a host of odd offences worthy of a fine or even jail time.
Let’s look at some of the craziest.

1. Going commando Thailand

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Look, we know it’s tempting to free the beast all over the inside of your shorts or skirt, but just don’t, okay?
It’s an offence to leave your home in Thailand without a pair of panties on. But what qualifies as underpants is unknown. Still wouldn’t risk it with a TOWIE-esq willykini though.
2. Running out of fuel on the Autobahn

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Germans don’t take kindly to motorists running out of fuel on the country’s biggest road. Probably because it has no speed limit. Wait, shouldn’t there be a law against that?
3. Driving in flip flops in Spain

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While we’re on the subject of driving – this should be avoided any where in the world. But Spain actually clamps down on weirdos who drive with rubbery material strapped to their feet.
Seriously, who does that?
4. Wearing high heels in Greece

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Again, practical footwear, people! If you happen to trek around the ancient ruins of Greece in high heels, you could be fined.
That’s because officials don’t want history sullied by your sweet Kurt Geigers.
5. Chewing gum in Singapore

The ban came into force in 2004 as a result of huge maintenance fees the government was dishing out to repair pavements and buildings.
Importing or selling gum comes with a fine in the hundreds of pounds.
6. Eating, drinking or smoking during Ramadan in Dubai

None of this. The Foreign Office regularly warns Dubai holidaymakers not to eat, drink or smoke in a way that disrespects the Ramadan holiday.
Failing to do so could result in jail time.
7. Thailand stepping on currency

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You wouldn’t step on the Queen’s face, would you?
8. Feeding pigeons in Venice

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Because they’re still rats with wings, even if you have a sexy Venice tan.
9. It’s illegal to flag down a taxi if you have the plague in England

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Reasonable.
But intriguingly, you could still get a train or bus.