Please be advised that due to the volcanic eruption at Mt. Raung located in East Java, the following airports in Indonesia will be closed temporarily due to ash clouds through 11 July at 06:30am. Affected airports: • Ngurah Rai, Bali – Denpasar International Airport (DPS) • Lombok Internasional Airport, Lombok • Selaparang, Lombok • Blimbingsari, Banyuwangi, East Java • Notohadinegoro, Jember – East Java ICS teams are working directly with our partners on all affected bookings. If there are any changes to the situation, we will keep you informed.
Schlagwort-Archive: situation
Update zur Lage in Thailand 24.05.2014
The latest on Thailand’s military coup as of this morning, Saturday 24th May…
• Protest Sites - Demonstrators have been cleared from all major sites in and around Bangkok as of yesterday. There have, however, been small pockets of protesters popping up around the city who are voicing their disapproval of the military coup. These protests have been peaceful, small in number and have been overseen by the military stationed in the city.
• Nationwide Curfew (11pm-4am) - The curfew will now be in effect from 11pm-4am, nationwide. Then 25th-28th May to be 12am-4am across 24 provinces, mostly in the north and northeast of Thailand. We expect the curfew to be lifed within the next 3-4 days, and will keep you updated on that.
For the curfew, the same applies until further notice - travellers are allowed to travel freely as needed, as are people working night shifts, government workers, those working in the aviation industry, perishable food logistics, hospitals, humaitarian organisations.
People who happen to have urgent or important errands during the curfew hours are advised to seek advice from military officers near their homes.
• Traffic and Public Transport - Traffic, as of this morning, is moving freely throughout Bangkok with seemingly fewer than usual cars on the road.
All roads where demonstrations had been staged and protesters had been camped which were temporarily closed yesterday due to cleanup operations have now all been opened again.
The BTS Skytrain and MRT Subway will operate as normal during the day, but will stop services at 9pm for the duration of the curfew. However, BTS and MRT urge all those travelling with the transport networks not to show up at 9pm in order to catch the last trains, as long queues are to be expected.
• Public Places and Businesses - Are open as normal, however, most will have adjusted opening and closing times in line with curfew hours, with some businesses even opting out of opening altogether.
Anyone planning any visits anywhere is obviously advised to check in advance for any changes to opening and closing times.
• Airports and Transfers - Airports are open as usual and can also confirm that our airport transfer services are still operating as normal. The army has been quoted as saying it will provide security to foreigners, including vacationers who need to move around, even during curfew hours.
• Asia World Sightseeing Tours - Are still operating as normal during the day with clients on evening tours being transferred directly to their hotels afterwards without any issues.
We need to advise, however, that some attractions will have opted to close early to allow their staff time to travel home. On the other hand, some attractions may have decided to cease operations until the curew has been lifted.
In Bangkok for instance, the Calypso Cabaret Show, one of the more popular attractions in Bangkok, will have 1 show in the evening until further notice between 19.30 to 20.30 only. Elsewhere, the Thai Boxing Stadium will be closed until the curfew has been lifted.
There have been few changes in the situation since the coup was announced, we encourage all travellers to go about their planned activities as normal as possible given the limitations in place at the moment. Despite the dramatic appearance on the surface of this situation it is still very safe here in Thailand.
Neueste Infos - Stand der Unruhen in Bangkok am 27.01.2014
Thailand´s anti-government protest movement is still occupying several major intersections throughout the city in an attempt to ‘shutdown’ Bangkok. The Thai government has imposed a 60-day state of emergency in Bangkok and several surrounding provinces.
Despite a few incidents over the weekend, the situation remains very much the same as last week.
All pre-booked excursions and airport transfers are operating as normal.
Tourism sites, public transport and both airports are open and operating as normal.
While the protests are taking place, we will continue to contacts clients arriving into Bangkok to inform them of the location of the protests, and to advise them to avoid these areas along with other large gatherings and demonstrations.
News Thailand: flooding Neueste Nachrichten über die Überschwemmungen in Thailand
We would like to update you on the latest situation regarding the flooding and weather conditions around Thailand.
Ayutthaya is still flooded, and all Asia World sightseeing tours to Ayutthaya are suspended until at least the end of October. Our sightseeing tours to Lopburi and Uthai Thani are also suspended, but all other Asia World tours are operating as normal, including our sightseeing tours in Bangkok.
Some suburbs on the far north outskirts of Bangkok have been flooded, but so far the city centre hasn’t been affected. Many shops and houses are laying out sandbags to protect against the floods, but so far they have not been needed in central Bangkok. The authorities are doing their best to manage the flow of water so that it drains safley into the sea through Bangkok’s extensive canal network, and during this process it is possible that some canals may overspill and cause some flooding. However, at this stage it looks unlikely that the central business district and the areas where most tourist attractions and hotels are will become seriously flooded.
We are monitoring the situation very closely and, as always, the safety of our clients is our number one priority. If the situation changes in Bangkok or any other part of Thailand we will update you as soon as possible, and we have very careful contingency plans in place in case the flooding is worse than expected.
The flooded highways in Central Thailand are starting to clear, with some sections that were previously flooded becoming accessible. However, as a safety precaution our classic Bangkok to the North overland tour is still being re-routed along highway 340 instead of Asia Highway No. 1, which results in an extra 2.5 hours journey time for this tour.
All trains from Bangkok to the north of Thailand are cancelled until further notice.
There is no disruption to any airports in Thailand, including Bangkok’s main international airport which has fortified its flood walls as an extra precuation.
Quelle Asia World
Erdbeben / Earthquake on Bali
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake (according to the U.S. Geological Survey) hit 100km southwest of Bali early today (Thursday 13th October) rattling buildings.
The epicentre was in the ocean south of Bali’s capital Denpasar, but no tsunami warning has been issued. Damage to some buildings has been reported and approximately 50 people suffered minor injuries from falling debris.
None of the hotels have been damaged and all the excursions are operating as normal.
The boat trips around Bali are also operating as normal. The only exception is the Bali to Lombok Gilicat catamaran which has been delayed, and may be cancelled, due to higher than normal waves in the Lombok Strait.
There is the possibility of aftershocks and we will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates if necessary.
Thailand: Lage in den Ueberschwemmungsgebieten weiterhin angespannt
Mit einem schrittweisen Uebergang zu trockener Witterung hat sich die Lage im gesamten Norden Thailands einschließlich der Region um Chiang Mai sowie in der Gegend um Phuket im Sueden wieder vollkommen normalisiert. In einigen Provinzen Zentralthailands, insbesondere am Unterlauf des Chao Phraya, hat sich die Situation jedoch weiter zugespitzt.
Ayutthaya ist derzeit besonders betroffen. Große Teile der Innenstadt und des Tempelareals sind seit dem 8. Oktober ueberflutet, die Stadt kann derzeit nicht auf dem Landweg erreicht werden. Eine Entspannung ist hier nicht vor Mitte naechster Woche in Sicht.
Weiterhin unterbrochen sind die Zugverbindungen in den Norden und die an Ayutthaya vorbeifuehrende Hauptverbindungsstraße zwischen Bangkok und Chiang Mai. Ueber alternative Routen besteht jedoch weiterhin eine Straßenverbindung zwischen dem Großraum Bangkok und dem Norden.
Im Großraum Bangkok sind aktuell mehrere direkt am Ufer gelegene Außenbezirke im Norden und Osten ueberflutet. Auch im Stadtzentrum stieg der Pegelstand des Chao Phraya bereits in den letzten Tagen an, derzeit sind jedoch alle Besichtigungen in der Bangkoker Innenstadt moeglich. Der Scheitelpunkt des Hochwassers wird hier allerdings erst zwischen dem 16. und 18. Oktober erwartet. Die Behoerden haben umfassende Vorsorgemaßnahmen zum Schutz der Innenstadt getroffen. Es liegen derzeit jedoch keine verlaesslichen Prognosen vor, ob und in welchem Umfang es waehrend der kritischen Tage zu Behinderungen bei den touristischen Besichtigungen in Bangkok kommt. Die Flughaefen und die von uns genutzten Hotels in Bangkok werden dagegen ohne Einschraenkungen funktionieren.
Weather Situation Phuket Koh Samui Südthailand
Please allow us to keep you updated on the latest weather conditions in Thailand:
The weather in southern Thailand has improved greatly over the last 24 hours, and things are starting to return to normal. The current situation is as follows:
Phuket:
Weather is fine on Phuket today, and the airport and all major roads remain open.
All of our island tours and speed boat trips are operating now, although they could be cancelled if the weather worsens.
All boats and ferries from Phuket to nearby islands are operating as normal.
Koh Samui:
Although there has been some rainfall today, the floods on the island have significantly reduced, and transport around the island is relatively easy. There is still some clean-up work to be done, but things are returning to normal.
Koh Samui airport is open and operating as normal.
All ferries and boats to and from Koh Samui, between the mainland and other islands (Koh Pha Ngan, Koh Tao) are running as normal.
All of our sea excursions, island tours and speed boat trips are operating now, although they could be cancelled if the weather worsens.
Krabi:
All ferries and boats between Krabi and nearby islands are operating as normal today.
All of our sea excursions around Krabi are operating now, although they could be cancelled if the weather worsens.
Krabi and Trang airports are still open and operating as normal.
Southern Thailand:
Nakhorn Si Thammarat airport is still flooded and therefore remains closed as of today.
No trains are operating to or beyond Nakhorn Si Thammarat, the most southerly province that trains are servicing is Surat Thani.
Wettersituation in Thailand Stand 31.03.11
Please allow us to keep you updated on the latest weather conditions in Thailand:
Severe weather conditions in southern Thailand are still affecting Koh Samui, Krabi Southern Thailand and the surrounding areas.
The current situation is as follows:
Phuket:
Although Phuket has seen some bad weather and heavy rain, the airport and all major roads are still open.
The rough sea conditions are preventing smaller boats from operating, so all of our island tours and speed boat trips are cancelled until further notice.
Large ferries from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi are still operating as normal.
Please note that this situation might change if the weather worsens significantly.
Koh Samui:
Many parts of the island are flooded, including Chaweng and Lamai beaches and Bophut. Transport around the island is difficult.
Samui airport is still operating at a very reduced capacity, although 2 Bangkok Airways flights managed to leave for Bangkok earlier today. No ferries are arriving or departing the island from either the mainland or any other nearby islands including Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Tao.
Ferries from the mainland to / from Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Tao are also cancelled until further notice.
All of our boat trips and sea excursions around Samui have been cancelled until further notice.
Krabi and surrounding area:
All ferries between Krabi and Koh Phi Phi, and between Krabi and Koh Lanta are cancelled until further notice.
All ferries between Koh Lanta and Koh Ngai, Koh Mook and Koh Lipe are cancelled until further notice.
Koh Lanta can still be reached overland.
If any clients would like to postpone or cancel their boat transfer we will be ready to assist in liaising with hotels and the ferry companies. For any pregnant clients, we would advise against using boat transfers until the weather improves.
All of our sea excursions in the affected areas have been cancelled until further notice.
Krabi and Trang Airports are still open and operating as normal.
Southern Thailand
Orient Thai Airlines, who flies to Nakhorn Si Thammarat airport in southern Thailand, has cancelled all flights and is re-routing passengers to Phuket, Trang and Hat Yai, or allowing a change of travel dates or a full refund.
Thai Air Asia has also cancelled all Nakhorn Si Thammarat flights, rerouting passengers to nearby airports or allowing change of travel dates within 92 days of original travel dates. Refunds are offered depending on ticket conditions. The nearest alternative airport is Surat Thani, and the airline is providing a free shuttle service from there to Nakhorn Si Thammarat.
Nok Air has also stopped all Nakhorn Si Thammarat flights until 4th April and is offering refunds and alternative travel options similar to the other airlines.
No trains are operating to or beyond Nakhorn Si Thammarat, the most southerly province that trains are servicing is Surat Thani.