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NOTE
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Anyone who is following the news knows that the political situation is constantly evolving, the below information is
accurate as of press time - END
NOTE
Over
the last weekend of August, the uncertain Thai political situation extended its reach to the
airports of Krabi, Hat Yai and Phuket, affecting thousands of innocent travellers.
While
the airports re-opened on Monday, 1 September, Hat Yai Airport then closed again on
Tuesday, but reopened again on Thursday 4 September, resuming normal operations.
As the situation remains extremely unstable. Travellers are strongly advised to check with their
airline frequently for the latest status on flights etc.
For
travellers who have tickets but are still to travel, it is imperative to
check with your airline, what cancelation policies and contingency
plans they have in place if the airports were to close again, which has
reportedly been threatened, and seems to becoming a reality.
Other
modes of transport, such as the trains, were also been affected.
Thailand
is still a safe destination, but as there is no obvious way out of this confusing and
extremely unusual internal conflict, travellers should be aware of any potential issues
which could affect their journey and plan accordingly.
Early
Tuesday morning (2 September), a state of emergency was declared in Bangkok.
This state of emergency was lifted Monday, 15 September 2008.
Hotels
across Thailand, especially in Bangkok and Phuket, have reported significant cancelations, both from the FIT and MICE markets.
See
other recent news regarding:
Airlines,
Aviation,
Flights,
Hotels, Promotions,
New
Hotels, Thailand,
Phuket,
Krabi,
Bangkok
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