Travel Advice

[Mackem Stu]

Latest & general advice from The Foreign Office for UK travellers to Thailand.

 

Still Current at: 4 January 2007

Updated: 4 January 2007

 

 

 

Thailand

 

This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Summary and Terrorism/Security section. The overall level of the advice has not changed.

 

SUMMARY

 

* On 31 December 2006, eight bombs exploded in various locations in Bangkok, killing three people and injuring at least 36 others including six foreigners. As a result, the Thai authorities have strengthened security in Bangkok. There is a possibility of further attacks in coming days. You should exercise caution when travelling within Bangkok and where possible avoid crowded public places.

 

* We advise against all but essential travel to, or through, the far southern provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and Songkhla, where there is continuing violence due to insurgency and civil unrest. Since January 2004, there have been regular attacks including bombings and shootings. There were eight explosions in Yala Province on 9 November 2006 injuring 13 people. The Thai Government has declared a serious state of emergency in the provinces of Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat.

 

* There is a high threat from terrorism throughout Thailand. Attacks could be indiscriminate and against places frequented by foreigners.

 

* On 19 September 2006, there was a coup against the Thai civilian government and martial law was imposed throughout the country. On 28 November 2006 martial law was lifted in 41 provinces, including Bangkok, it however remains in 35 provinces of which, 20 were already under martial law prior to the coup. An interim Prime Minister was appointed on 1 October 2006. The situation in Bangkok and elsewhere in Thailand is calm. You are advised to avoid any demonstrations and large crowds.

 

* Penalties for possession, distribution or manufacture of drugs are severe and can include the death penalty.

 

* Outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Thailand have resulted in a small number of human fatalities. As a precaution, you should avoid live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where you may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked. For further information see Health section below and also read the FCO

[sexy beast]

Some very interesting stuff there Stu, it advices not to travel, it is only advice

[Mackem Stu]

Some very interesting stuff there Stu, it advices not to travel, it is only advice

 

Only through the far southern provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and Songkhla. Muslim terroists again. :Headoff: