I was planing a 3 weeks trip to Thaïland - Bangkok , Chieng Maï and some western islands - arround middle of october .
But due to recent political changes , is any risk for tourist right now : Risk of troubles , restrictions to travel , other problems ?
Thank you for comments.
2006-09-30 22:00:42 · 14 answers · asked by loudima 2 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Thailand
In Bangkok there are no risks whatsoever in terms of the political events of the last few weeks. Everything is very normal, and you'll not have any problems with your trip. Good luck.
2006-10-01 12:43:52 · answer #1 · answered by Andrew 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dailynews@phuketgazette.net The Phuket Post mailinglist@phuket-post.com The Bangkok Post and the Nation newspapers are available on line as well as www.ajarn.com and www.thaivisa.com
There is more info' here than in the travel agents.
From what I hear there are no proplems. You are now allowed to have only 3, 1 month visas. The Thai Emabassy at Hull may issue a 2 month double entry tourist visa. It is better to get your Thai baht at the Thai airport rather than buy it in the UK, all the local banks change £ for bht. The Siam City Bank was one of the best for £ to bht.
2006-09-30 22:29:42 · answer #2 · answered by Frank 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've been recently, and there is no risk whatsoever, when you're in bangkok make sure you go down the 'cow-san road' (thats how it's pronounced not spelt) you can get lots of cheap cd's and dvd's as well as clothing. it's a mecca for backpackers! hope you have a great time like I did. p.s. take a lonely planet book with you for some great ideas and places to go and stay. p.s. you have to pay when you leave the country (around £15 I think) so don't blow all your cash before leaving!!!
2006-09-30 22:15:51 · answer #3 · answered by orcada 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, no problems here. I am an American teaching here and it's like nothing really happened! Thaksin is gone, the military has taken over the government but life hardly missed a beat! This is still a very safe country to visit as long as you avoid two things: the ubiquitious touts who are after your money and the deep south, Yala and Patani where there is some Islamic unrest. The rest is fine. Enjoy yourself!
2006-10-01 06:13:12 · answer #4 · answered by iwasnotanazipolka 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a previous answer , the biggest problem you will have is at the airport , from watching Thai TV seems that things are not quite ready there so expect delays with luggage , taxis etc , apart from that everything else is OK ,no problems , in fact i have not noticed any change here ( Buriram )
2006-10-01 01:33:23 · answer #5 · answered by uk expat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you stay away from the southernmost parts of Thailand, everything is par for the course. It's a peaceful coup. My friend was there for the week the coup started and said it was actually quite festive there. And the soldiers and tanks actually become another photo opportunity as opposed to a hinderance.
2006-10-01 14:25:59 · answer #6 · answered by Johnny O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My brother is in thailand at the mo and has been there for a month he is due back tonight..i have spoken to him and he has said there are no problems the apt is fine he just texted to say he has checked in as normal....i wouldn't have any worries about going there at all. Have Fun!
2006-10-01 04:53:26 · answer #7 · answered by Smurfett 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the biggest risk would probably be the new airport. New airports always take time to get them working right.
2006-09-30 22:11:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no risk, flights operating regularly
2006-09-30 22:08:26 · answer #9 · answered by nice guy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-10-01 12:40:08 · answer #10 · answered by LHLKghfbnjuhjtygj92 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋