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Nov 26, 2013, 9:52 am
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Yeah. Thailand is probably the only place in the world where protest leaders make a point of stating to anyone who will listen that their efforts should have no effect on tourism. 
I arrive this week and will not be altering my travel plans at all.
In fact, rather pleased about the recent uptick in currency rates. Looks like it just bumped above 32 Baht to the US dollar today.
I arrive this week and will not be altering my travel plans at all.
In fact, rather pleased about the recent uptick in currency rates. Looks like it just bumped above 32 Baht to the US dollar today.
Nov 26, 2013, 4:31 pm
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Sounds good. Googling the 2008 situation was not particularly reassuring...
Kind of put a damper on things for a day but so far so good.
Kind of put a damper on things for a day but so far so good.
Nov 26, 2013, 4:37 pm
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Anti-Thaksin regime groups to stage mass rallies nationwide on 27 Nov
BANGKOK, 26 November 2013 (NNT) - The anti-Thaksin regime protesters at the Ministry of Finance are set to organize mass rallies nationwide on Wednesday and express confidence that they will topple the “Thaksin regime” in three days.
Mr Ekkanat Phromphan, one of the core leaders of the anti-Thaksin regime network, said the protesters rejected the government’s expansion of areas under the Internal Security Act and confirmed they would not leave their current base at the Ministry of Finance. He explained that protest activities had to be suspended for today, ahead of nationwide mass rallies tomorrow.
Mr Ekkanat added that the protesters would submit a letter to the United Nations to call for its observance of the rallies.
BANGKOK, 26 November 2013 (NNT) - The anti-Thaksin regime protesters at the Ministry of Finance are set to organize mass rallies nationwide on Wednesday and express confidence that they will topple the “Thaksin regime” in three days.
Mr Ekkanat Phromphan, one of the core leaders of the anti-Thaksin regime network, said the protesters rejected the government’s expansion of areas under the Internal Security Act and confirmed they would not leave their current base at the Ministry of Finance. He explained that protest activities had to be suspended for today, ahead of nationwide mass rallies tomorrow.
Mr Ekkanat added that the protesters would submit a letter to the United Nations to call for its observance of the rallies.
Nov 26, 2013, 4:59 pm
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Nov 26, 2013, 6:27 pm
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The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok issued a Security Message, looks like it was copied/pasted from previous alerts over the years.
Security Message to American Citizens: Demonstrations in Bangkok
November 25, 2013
Domestic political activists in Thailand are holding large demonstrations at several sites throughout Bangkok, including at several government complexes. These demonstrations may continue throughout the week.
In consideration of these activities, the Thai government has increased the police presence around government buildings and in other locations. Demonstrators moving around the city may cause significant traffic delays;. please plan travel accordingly.
Even demonstrations that are meant to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.. Be alert and aware of your surroundings and pay attention to local news media reports.
http://bangkok.usembassy.gov/112513securitymessage.html
Security Message to American Citizens: Demonstrations in Bangkok
November 25, 2013
Domestic political activists in Thailand are holding large demonstrations at several sites throughout Bangkok, including at several government complexes. These demonstrations may continue throughout the week.
In consideration of these activities, the Thai government has increased the police presence around government buildings and in other locations. Demonstrators moving around the city may cause significant traffic delays;. please plan travel accordingly.
Even demonstrations that are meant to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.. Be alert and aware of your surroundings and pay attention to local news media reports.
http://bangkok.usembassy.gov/112513securitymessage.html
Nov 26, 2013, 7:39 pm
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Today, Wednesday, looks to be another challenging day. Getting any sort of Government-related business done might be best put off.
Internal Security Act blankets Bangkok
The government has invoked the Internal Security Act (ISA) across the whole of Bangkok and Nonthaburi after anti-government protesters occupied two state ministries.
http://www.bangkokpost.com/breakingn...and-nonthaburi
Internal Security Act blankets Bangkok
The government has invoked the Internal Security Act (ISA) across the whole of Bangkok and Nonthaburi after anti-government protesters occupied two state ministries.
http://www.bangkokpost.com/breakingn...and-nonthaburi
Nov 27, 2013, 5:07 am
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Looks like Yingluck's days are numbered indeed.
Good Bye! Good Luck! Good Riddance!
Good Bye! Good Luck! Good Riddance!
Nov 27, 2013, 9:15 am
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Hmm... have a honeymoon planned to Thailand from mid-Dec to the end of Dec; only spending two nights in Bangkok. If it were just me I don't think it would be much of an issue, but should I rethink my plans with the new wife? Thanks in advance for any input.
Nov 27, 2013, 10:10 am
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Nov 27, 2013, 2:57 pm
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Yeah, lets get rid of yet another democratically elected Government and lets get the other side in who never get democratically elected by the people, after all Thaksins side are corrupt and they are not.......
It's just going to keep going around in circles like this every few years...
It's just going to keep going around in circles like this every few years...
Nov 27, 2013, 5:12 pm
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I don't know enough about Thai politics to comment intelligently on whether that's accurate or not....on the surface, and to the uninformed (and by that I mean me), that's the appearance.
Nov 27, 2013, 6:44 pm
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As long as the airport remains open/unoccupied, and based on past protests - save 2010, with two days in Bangkok you might not even be aware there are problems. Maybe just remain flexible re: your plans for when you are in Bangkok specifically.
None of us know your new wife so it is challenging to determine how she might feel about making the trip given current situation.
Some pressure should be relieved owing to the King's birthday ( 5 Dec.); perhaps everyone will take a rest until after the first of the year?
Nov 27, 2013, 9:04 pm
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At this point I can think of no reasons why you should cancel your trip.
As long as the airport remains open/unoccupied, and based on past protests - save 2010, with two days in Bangkok you might not even be aware there are problems. Maybe just remain flexible re: your plans for when you are in Bangkok specifically.
None of us know your new wife so it is challenging to determine how she might feel about making the trip given current situation.
Some pressure should be relieved owing to the King's birthday ( 5 Dec.); perhaps everyone will take a rest until after the first of the year?
As long as the airport remains open/unoccupied, and based on past protests - save 2010, with two days in Bangkok you might not even be aware there are problems. Maybe just remain flexible re: your plans for when you are in Bangkok specifically.
None of us know your new wife so it is challenging to determine how she might feel about making the trip given current situation.
Some pressure should be relieved owing to the King's birthday ( 5 Dec.); perhaps everyone will take a rest until after the first of the year?
Nov 27, 2013, 10:12 pm
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Yeah, lets get rid of yet another democratically elected Government and lets get the other side in who never get democratically elected by the people, after all Thaksins side are corrupt and they are not.......
It's just going to keep going around in circles like this every few years...
It's just going to keep going around in circles like this every few years...
Also, please remind me how paying for votes is democratic. I must have missed that lesson in my years of schooling.
Nov 27, 2013, 11:24 pm
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I'm getting a bit nervous for my trip end of December, but like someone else said, I'm hoping that by then the situation will have calmed or resolved one way or the other.
For humor though, I remember the campus humor magazine in grad school published a "Thai Coup Haiku" article. It was pretty funny, but alas it's not digital to share.