Thailand is now in a state of chaos and the situation is not as clear as it was last time. This time no one knows really what’s going on and rumors is making things even worse. What is pretty clear is that the airports in south Thailand have been blocked by PAD supporters and people are having problem getting in and out. Some flights to South Thailand have already been canceled. The Bangkok airport is still under control but rumors saying that the demonstrators from PAD are on the way there. The Police in south Thailand have little chance to fight back demonstrators but in Bangkok they can still do it. The train service does not work and people are running to the buss station to get up north. Thai Air union wants 15 000 staff to go on strike tomorrow and another maybe another 10 000 after that. This will stop the air traffic in Thailand if the PAD has not blocked the airport before that. The union is doing this in solidarity for the PAD since the police used violence this morning. The embassies in Thailand are advising people to avoid crowds in Thailand and we would like to advice people not to travel right now. If you have any questions about travel here or something let me know i try to help.
Hmm... it is quite sad to know the situation over there. Hope it soon gets sorted! Thailand is a great tourist destination and this kind of atmosphere will not help at all.
I watched the news and I was quite shocked about the riot, as those people seem really aggresive and full with anger...
Well for the tourist its not that great. People will cancel flights for sure. Lets see if they strike tomorrow then the airport will be really dead.
That's really too bad! I spent a few months in Thailand and the people were nicest, most peaceful I've ever met.
One of my friend is traveling to Thailand (Bangkok and Pataya) end of September. He's booked his tickets too. Is it safe for him to travel ? I mean situations will be under control by then ? Any advice will be highly appreciated. Thanks Yellow.
I can not say it will be over in end of september. But i do not think it will drag out that long. They are reaching a peak right now. The PM wants to have state of emergcy but the Army did not want. I think it will be over in a few days.
Just a short news update People are still moving back and forward not really sure whats going on. But all the airports are back and running as for now, trains still not moving. If Samak the PM not go tonight then i am sure something else will happen tomorrow.