I have to visit Bangkok in December. I am so worried because of the new military government and whether there could be any civil war or fights or panic situations.
Last year I visited there and I found Bangkok was very peaceful and It was one of best cities I have ever visted.
Can I visit there now with that assurance?
Dear Thai people, Can you please explain the situation there? Specially in Bangkok.
Thank you.
2006-10-09 19:28:51 · 15 answers · asked by Sapnat 4 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Thailand
Also pls note I am only going for offcial matters + little bit of shopping. But NOT to have fun etc. Tks
2006-10-09 19:45:42 · update #1
Yes...it's so safe you never know there was any political problems.......anyway we have a new interim PM now and looks like everything is getting so much better that the stock market did quite well yesterday......Thailand is just going through one it's political changes and it will definitely not affect any tourists as well........we thais are more than happy to help you out should anything drastic happens.........so far not even one soul was injured during this change.......
2006-10-12 15:49:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The military took advantage of Their presidents state visit to the USA to stage a bloodless overthrow of an embattled and dishonored leader. It was not unexpected. The real power in Thailand is thier King, who is giving his tacit support to the coo by not condemning it. The military is running business as usual until another elected president can be installed.
The Thai people are mostly Buddist. War is totally against thier nature. So is violence, and you havent seen much since the overthrow. I doubt if you will see much. A good friend of mine owns a condo in Bangkok and has no intention of leaving.
BTW, the fringe benefit of the coo is that the USD and other currencies are trading higher against the Baat and so you will have a whole lot more money to spend on your trip. Enjoy!
2006-10-09 19:38:08 · answer #2 · answered by Paul S 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
business as usual in Bangkok. you will notice this was a very peaceful action. yes there were tanks on the street, but you may also have noticed that the local residents treated it like a holiday. go enjoy yourself.
there are really only two things wrong with bangkok in my opinion, terrible air quality, and rampant aids in the sex trade. i generally go for long rides on the water taxi to clear out my lungs, and just stay away from the hookers
2006-10-09 19:43:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bangkok is somewhat risky! Riots, and mobs, who's many times going on with consistent with probability some adverse white vacationer on trip gets lynched for smiling in the land of smiles.!!! 2 issues... i became in Bangkok whilst the militia ousted Thaksin Shinawatra. i became ingesting at a Lesbian (or is it Lebanese- despite) eating place on sukhumvit soi 4 with my then female pal. the two one human beings have been given telephone calls announcing to bypass domicile because of the fact there have been a militia coup. the following day we've been smiling and taking pictures with squaddies.... 2 the media right that's state run, yet there are extra than a number of in the media that owe very plenty of their achievement to Thaksin. because of this, protesters are painted as unruly and so on the protests are a strictly Thai element- they have not have been given something against you and you is in basic terms no longer in possibility. Come, savour your stay and don't be stupid.
2016-12-26 14:54:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just return yesterday from Bangkok Thailand. Everythings are normal. I talked to the local people, they don't worry at all
2006-10-10 02:39:19 · answer #5 · answered by Piggy&Jazz 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nothing to worry at all. The military coup was a most peaceful one, except for the sight of tanks and armed soldiers in the initial days of the coup. Even then, it was life as normal; not to mention now and December is 2 months away! Go ahead, make your plans and welcome to Thailand :-)
2006-10-10 16:38:44 · answer #6 · answered by TK 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi, it will be ok there. The country is still celebrating their King's ascension to the throne, so things that are politically motivated will not try to impact this. So you can go with an easy mind.
Things are as usual for the locals,.
2006-10-10 04:38:17 · answer #7 · answered by peanutz 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just got back from there last week. Their new airport is open!
Bangkok is safe by all means. Enjoy your stay.
2006-10-09 20:11:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
okay all i can say is think how it must be for the thais - they LIVE THERE!!!
thousands of people per DAY go in to thailand from all around the world. nothing happens to them! if i were you i would just go. you are so lucky to be able to go. i've never been out of europe...just look on the bright side. and if you can't then see a phsychiatrist. they can help conquer fear. hope this helped
xxx &hearts
bruno
myspace.com/peacefulbloodshed
2006-10-09 19:37:18 · answer #9 · answered by peaceful bloodshed 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We have the new government here now and don't worried about that, you can still come to Thailand and all safe now. And it's not military government.
2006-10-10 19:18:59 · answer #10 · answered by Oww 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋