Situation in Thailand: Information for tourists
Yesterday at 17.00 p.m. Thai time, military forces took control of Thailand. They say they did this to prevent more violence and to de-escalate the situation
Thailand completely out of favor with tourists
Thailand will miss out on millions of tourists this year due to the ongoing unrest in the country. The months-long reports of protests and riots leave deep scars in the tourism sector. The state of siege announced yesterday adds a big shovel to that.
Tourists in terror on sinking boat in Thailand (video)
A group of 13 tourists were terrified this week when the boat they were staying on capsized off the coast of southern Thailand and sank within minutes.
Bangkok in top 3 most visited tourist cities in the world
Bangkok is number three of the XNUMX most visited tourist cities in the world, according to a survey by Euromonitor International for the Top City Destinations Ranking.
Tourists: Bangkok is safe (video)
Seven countries have issued negative travel advice for Thailand in connection with the recent unrest in Bangkok. There, government demonstrators demonstrate against Yingluck Shinawatra's cabinet.
Bangkok Shutdown (Day 5): Information for tourists in Bangkok
Despite the often cheerful atmosphere at the protests in Bangkok, tourists and foreigners are strongly advised to avoid these locations and not to mingle with protesters.
'Bangkok Shutdown' and the consequences for tourists
Part of Bangkok will be shut down by a protest on January 13, but what are the consequences for tourists?
Update: Frequently asked questions and answers for tourists about the situation in Bangkok
UPDATE December 4: The editors of Thailandblog are currently receiving many e-mails, reactions and questions from Dutch and Flemish tourists who are concerned about the situation in Bangkok. Although we cannot look into the future, some nuances seem to be in order. To help tourists, we have listed the most frequently asked questions and answers.
A number of demonstrations are planned for today, December 1. Yesterday there was violence between Thai demonstrators. A taxi and a bus were attacked near Ramkhamhaeng University in Bang Kapi district. There was also shooting, resulting in two fatalities and 45 injuries.
Tourists avoid Khao San Road
The tourist industry around Khao San Road, the backpackers' domain in Bangkok, is well aware of the consequences of the protests. More than 8.000 rooms are available in the area; only 30 to 40 percent of these are now occupied, despite the fact that it is now high season.
Unrest in Bangkok: Tourists are not worried (video)
Tourists arriving in Bangkok seem completely unconcerned or even aware of the protests in Bangkok.
Call: SBS6 is looking for unfortunate tourists for a new program
For a new program, SBS6 is looking for unfortunate tourists who have experienced something during their holiday that they will not soon forget and have filmed it.
Thailand's health minister wants tax for tourists
Thailand's health minister, Pradit Sintavanarong, said today that the government is planning a tax levy for foreign tourists visiting the country.
Floods 2013 Thailand: no consequences for tourists
The editors of Thailandblog receive many questions from tourists who are afraid that their holiday will be ruined by the floods. This concern is unnecessary. For now, there are no reports from tourist areas or cities that warrant such concerns.
Hilarious complaints from tourists
Tourists. You have them in all shapes and sizes, especially in Thailand. Sometimes a source of amusement but occasionally also of great annoyance. Here you can read some hilarious complaints that travel organizer Thomas Cook received from naive travelers.
News from Thailand – October 3, 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Villagers threaten collective suicide if Mae Jaem dam continues
• Top finance official abruptly transferred; punishment of Thaksin?
• Chinese tourists are no longer allowed to pick their noses on the street
The 'Tourist Court' in Pattaya
Thailand has set up a 'Tourist Court' to protect tourists during their holiday in Thailand against criminal matters such as fraud, robbery, assault or otherwise ill-treatment.