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20-09-2006, 13:30
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Travel Concerns
Hi to all
I would like to know what the situation is like in Patong? I am currently booked to be there from the 24th oct through to the 2ndNov and will being travelling solo for the first time thus would like to know if most things are normal in this part of Thailand. I will be flying from Australia to Singapore and then to Phuket which i feel was a good choice now. any ideas would be greatly accepted. 
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#2
20-09-2006, 13:32
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As of now everything seems normal.. This seems like a fairly civilized bloodless coup and expect it to stay that way.. Some travel restrictions are probably your biggest worry.
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20-09-2006, 13:35
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Hi,
I have the same question as well.....but i'm suppose to fly on 22nd Sept. and i'm really confused what to do, wether to go or cancel. Can anyone please help me and let me know what to do. Hows the situation in phuket/pattaya.Thanks.
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20-09-2006, 13:36
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Hi O72 -
You and other travelling here will have concerns - but think while early days it is VERY unlikely that the events in Bangkok will have any effect on Phuket. Enjoy you trip.
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20-09-2006, 13:50
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I think everyone will have a clearer idea when we hear and see Thaksin's response in the next day or so. Phuket is unique in that it's own special place on earth, it will be unaffected.
I think most people are just wondering if their upcoming trip to LOS will be as they had planned e.g. tourist attractions, nightlife, getting around the country etc. We'll know in the next week will or so. I'll be in it up to my elbows, from Oct 20 to Nov 1. Last edited by biomech : 20-09-2006 at 13:52.
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20-09-2006, 13:52
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Hi,
UK Government still recommends travel to Thailand Foreign & Commonwealth Office Travel Advice by Country Properly the best time to go, I’m seeing if I can take an early holiday and come out asap
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20-09-2006, 16:41
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20-09-2006, 16:46
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Im Flying Out On Oct 11 ........ill Be There No Matter What..........
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20-09-2006, 16:53
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20-09-2006, 17:03
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Will be good to hear about your experiences , especially the situation at BKK airport. You may be able to allay the fears that some have about traveling , and can also let us know how the situation affects your stay in BKK , I guess if it's "uncomfortable" you could bring forward your flight to Phuket.
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20-09-2006, 17:10
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I believe if you are travelling prior to the 30 Sept 06, Qantas and Thai Airlines are refunding holiday and airfares without charging a cancellation fee, they will look at the situation for October at a later stage. Australian Government advice see Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Homepage The Australian Government is deeply concerned about the military coup in Thailand and urges the return to democratic rule and a constitutionally-based Government as soon as possible. Our updated travel advice for Thailand Thailand overall This Advice is current for Wednesday, 20 September 2006. Be alert to own security Exercise caution High degree of caution Reconsider your need to travel Do not travel Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat and Songkhla Be alert to own security Exercise caution High degree of caution Reconsider your need to travel Do not travel This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and on Safety and Security: Civil unrest/Political tension (military-led takeover of the Government). The overall level of the advice has increased. Summary In light of the very uncertain political situation and military-led takeover of the Government, we strongly advise Australians to reconsider their need to travel to Thailand until the situation is clarified. Australians in Thailand should exercise extreme caution. You should avoid concentrations of military personnel or military activity. You should avoid demonstrations and political rallies as they have the potential to turn violent. You should stay indoors, monitor the media, and follow the instructions of the local authorities. Passengers intending to transit Bangkok airport should check with their airline beforehand. Staff at the Australian Embassy have been advised to exercise caution and not to send their children to school until the situation on the ground is clarified. There is a high threat of terrorist attack in Thailand. We continue to receive reports that terrorists may be planning attacks against a range of targets, including places frequented by foreigners. We strongly advise you to reconsider your need to travel at this time to the southern provinces of Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat and Songkhla or overland to and from the Malaysian border through these provinces, due to high levels of ongoing violence in these regions, including terrorist attacks. On 16 September 2006 there were coordinated bomb attacks in the commercial centre in the southern city of Hat Yai, Songkhla Province, killing five and injuring more than sixty people, including a number of foreigners. Over 1,200 people have reportedly been killed and many more injured since the violence broke out in January 2004 in the far southern provinces. Terrorists have warned foreign tourists not to travel to these areas. Further terrorist attacks cannot be ruled out and could occur at any time, anywhere in Thailand. Be a smart traveller. Before heading overseas: organise comprehensive travel insurance and check what circumstances and activities are not covered by your policy register your travel and contact details, so we can contact you in an emergency subscribe to this travel advice to receive free email updates each time it's reissued. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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20-09-2006, 17:10
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I have a friend who is trying to fly out of BKK today on Emirates. He was there before 11am and is still there. The problem may only be specific to Emirates but I guess the sensible thing to do is call the airline in advance if you have travel plans.
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20-09-2006, 18:24
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''Timetable for flights from Heathrow (LHR), London, United Kingdom to Bangkok International (BKK), Bangkok, Thailand.** The flight timetable on required date may be changed, please recheck in flight availability ** **
For the week of Friday, September 22, 2006 through Friday, September 29, 2006 '' The above is message I got today when trying to book flights,no further info on thai airways website,will phone them later to find out if they are expecting any disruption
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20-09-2006, 18:25
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TA............. AND WELCOME TO THE BOARD !!!!!!!! PLEASE POSTS REPORTS ASAP...... IJ
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21-09-2006, 02:18
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I will keep you guys updated from the ground control room as often as I remember or if things change. As of today in Phuket you would not be aware of any military coup, in fact there was less police presence than during the last few days. All bars, etc are open and functioning as normal, Banks and schools were shut today as they declared a Bank Holiday.
But this is to be expected (as most Thais i spoke today thought it was good or didn't really know much about it as they had a living to make) and this will continue in my opinion as long as it does not escalate into violence, with Taksin in London, unlikely, or unless the trouble in the south flares up.
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21-09-2006, 08:23
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Thank you
I think the only way i will be cancelling my trip will be if there is a major change in the developments.
thank you to all for everyones responses and theries. It has been great to hear different opinions. I hope I meet some of you when i'm over.
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21-09-2006, 13:17
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Thanks Omen72 for posting and not being sensationalist - thats the last thing Thailand needs now.
Just to update from last night - everything was open as normal - if anything there is a mood of relief in the air as this situation had dragged on for so long. Looking at the way the capital markets have reacted - there is no panic. The girls in general have little/no interest in politics and most here are far from their province so not able to vote in any case. Patong and Phuket in general is just like normal, and from what I hear from Bangkok - no problems there either. Have a good trip 
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