India, April 8 -- Travellers heading to Thailand should exercise caution, as electronic cigarettes are completely banned in the popular tourist destination, with violations attracting heavy fines and even jail time.

Sara Green, a tourist who recently visited the country with her partner and children, shared her ordeal after being caught vaping on a beach.

According to media reports, Sara and her partner were using e-cigarettes when authorities informed them that vaping is illegal in Thailand. The couple was subsequently taken to a police station and fined heavily.

"It was a very stressful experience, especially being in a foreign country and not fully understanding what was happening," the 43-year-old told Yahoo Lifestyle.

"Being take...