From a suitcase ban to a rule banning sex dolls in public: six surprising laws in holiday destinations that could see tourists fined up to £31,750 if broken.

One country has fines of up to $40,000 (£31,750) for having a plastic bag. Another provides for fines for anyone caught swearing in public. READ MORE: Fascinating map reveals where the world wants to spend Christmas
By Laura Sharman and Ailbhe Macmahon
Published: 4:50 p.m. GMT, December 8, 2023 | Updated: 18:30 GMT, 8 December 2023

Plastic bags. Bikinis. Sex dolls.
These are three things that could get you in trouble on your next vacation, along with taking a photo and swearing.
These are three things that could get you in trouble on your next vacation, along with taking a photo and swearing.
How? Read this handy guide to six surprising laws in vacation spots around the world to find out...
The plastic bag rule

Tourists traveling to Kenya should avoid bringing plastic bags into the country. Possessing one is a crime and can result in a hefty fine or even a prison sentence.
The Kenyan government introduced the law in 2017, banning the sale and the use of plastic bags, Reuters reported.
Violators of the rules face up to four years in prison or fines of up to $40,000 (£31,750).
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From a suitcase ban to a rule banning sex dolls in public: six surprising laws in holiday destinations that could see tourists fined up to £31,750 if broken.

One country has fines of up to $40,000 (£31,750) for having a plastic bag. Another provides for fines for anyone caught swearing in public. READ MORE: Fascinating map reveals where the world wants to spend Christmas

By Laura Sharman and Ailbhe Macmahon

Published: 4:50 p.m. GMT, December 8, 2023 | Updated: 18:30 GMT, 8 December 2023

Plastic bags. Bikinis. Sex dolls.

These are three things that could get you in trouble on your next vacation, along with taking a photo and swearing.

How? Read this handy guide to six surprising laws in vacation spots around the world to find out...

The plastic bag rule

Tourists traveling to Kenya should avoid bringing plastic bags into the country or risk fines or even jail. Pictured: Turtle Beach in Watamu, Kenya

Tourists traveling to Kenya should avoid bringing plastic bags into the country. Possessing one is a crime and can result in a hefty fine or even a prison sentence.

The Kenyan government introduced the law in 2017, banning the sale and the use of plastic bags, Reuters reported.

Violators of the rules face up to four years in prison or fines of up to $40,000 (£31,750).

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