Tuesday, April 13, 2010

UPDATES ON BANGKOK - 13 APRIL 2010

Red Shirt protesters have been demonstrating in Bangkok since 12 March, calling for the Prime Minister to dissolve Parliament and call a fresh election.

Two rounds of talks failed to find a solution, however, prior to last weekend the situation had been under and free of major disturbance. Regrettably, on Saturday night things turned violent.

Yesterday and today returned to being quiet and non-eventful. It is not known what the next step will be for either side although it is hoped we won’t see a repeat confrontation. Therefore, to minimize inconvenience and for peace of mind Tour East is suggesting that clients arriving within the next week who are staying in the Ratchaprasong and Ratchadamnoen areas be offered alternative accommodation in more suitable locations.

Hotels in the Ratchaprasong area and nearby where guests may be affected:
Indra Regent
Baiyoke Suites
Baiyoke Sky
Arnoma
Bangkok City Siam
White Lodge
Intercontinental
Holiday Inn Bangkok
Erawan Grand Hyatt
Four Seasons
Renaissance
Novotel Siam Square

Hotels in the Ratchadamnoen area and nearby where guests may be affected:
Royal
Buddy Lodge
Royal Princess Larn Luang

Alternative hotels:
Holiday Inn Silom
Amari Atrium
Narai
Siam @ Siam
Sofitel Silom
Montien Bangkok
Shangri-la Bangkok

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