le metro vient de derailler a bangkok
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Deux métros de Bangkok se sont heurtés
by Cextra
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Collision de deux métros à Bangkok cri
Deux métros de Bangkok se sont heurtés lundi vers 09H30 heure locale, blessant plus de 130 personnes.
Selon des informations de la télévision et de la radio locales, l'accident s'est produit dans le nord-est de Bangkok à proximité de la station "Centre culturel", quand un train qui quittait la station en a heurté un autre.
L'administration des transports publics a ordonné sans délai la suspension du service de tous les métros dans la capitale.
Des policiers et des équipes de secouristes se sont rendus immédiatement sur les lieux de l'accident, et ont évacué les blessés. Certains passagers sont encore bloqués dans le métro.
Le bilan précis du nombre de blessés n'a pas été donné pour l'instant. Le métro de Bangkok a été mis en service début juillet dernier, après sept ans de construction
Deux métros de Bangkok se sont heurtés lundi vers 09H30 heure locale, blessant plus de 130 personnes.
Selon des informations de la télévision et de la radio locales, l'accident s'est produit dans le nord-est de Bangkok à proximité de la station "Centre culturel", quand un train qui quittait la station en a heurté un autre.
L'administration des transports publics a ordonné sans délai la suspension du service de tous les métros dans la capitale.
Des policiers et des équipes de secouristes se sont rendus immédiatement sur les lieux de l'accident, et ont évacué les blessés. Certains passagers sont encore bloqués dans le métro.
Le bilan précis du nombre de blessés n'a pas été donné pour l'instant. Le métro de Bangkok a été mis en service début juillet dernier, après sept ans de construction
Tu ne parles pas du Skytrain appâremment! j'étais à Bkk en Juillet mais je n'ai jamais pris le metro....
En tout cas ça fait de la peine pour ces voyageurs qui ont du subir un choc ce matin dans cette cet accident.Il faut espérer qu'il n'y aura pas trop de victimes.Aprés le Tsunami on vraiment devastateur on peut en effet dire que la chance n'et decidément pas au rendez-vous.
Cela ne nous empèche pas d'être à fond avec vous.Je reviendrais bientôt en Thailande.
En tout cas ça fait de la peine pour ces voyageurs qui ont du subir un choc ce matin dans cette cet accident.Il faut espérer qu'il n'y aura pas trop de victimes.Aprés le Tsunami on vraiment devastateur on peut en effet dire que la chance n'et decidément pas au rendez-vous.
Cela ne nous empèche pas d'être à fond avec vous.Je reviendrais bientôt en Thailande.
Accident dans le métro de Bangkok: près de 200 blessés
(AP/Aijaz Rahi)
BANGKOK (AP) - Une rame du métro de Bangkok est entrée en collision avec une autre rame arrêtée à une station du centre-ville à l'heure de pointe, lundi, blessant près de 200 personnes, ont annoncé les autorités. Cet accident survient seulement six mois après l'inauguration du métro de la capitale thaïlandaise.
Certaines des victimes saignaient encore alors que le personnel des services de secours les transportaient dans l'escalier de la station du Centre culturel en direction des ambulances. D'autres employés aidaient d'autres victimes, en état de choc et pleurant, à monter l'escalier conduisant à la rue.
Le conducteur grièvement blessé de l'une des deux rames a été pris au piège de la carcasse de sa rame avant d'être désincarcéré par les secours, a précisé Yupadee Srinak, une porte-parole du métro.
L'accident s'est produit quand une rame vide qui venait de quitter une station de réparation a percuté par l'arrière une rame pleine de passagers. Sous le choc, les deux rames ont subi d'importants dégâts.
"Il y avait plus de 700 passagers dans la rame et des premières informations font état de plus d'une centaine de blessés", a dit Suriya Jungrungreunkij, le ministre thaïlandais des transports et de la communication.
Il a exclut la possibilité d'un attentat.
Aussitôt après l'accident, le service a été interrompu sur l'ensemble des 21 stations du réseau.
Le nouveau système de métro avait ouvert au public en juillet dernier, reliant les trois premières stations ouvertes en 1999 et destinées à désengorger la capitale célèbre pour ses embouteillages monstres.
(AP/Aijaz Rahi) BANGKOK (AP) - Une rame du métro de Bangkok est entrée en collision avec une autre rame arrêtée à une station du centre-ville à l'heure de pointe, lundi, blessant près de 200 personnes, ont annoncé les autorités. Cet accident survient seulement six mois après l'inauguration du métro de la capitale thaïlandaise.
Certaines des victimes saignaient encore alors que le personnel des services de secours les transportaient dans l'escalier de la station du Centre culturel en direction des ambulances. D'autres employés aidaient d'autres victimes, en état de choc et pleurant, à monter l'escalier conduisant à la rue.
Le conducteur grièvement blessé de l'une des deux rames a été pris au piège de la carcasse de sa rame avant d'être désincarcéré par les secours, a précisé Yupadee Srinak, une porte-parole du métro.
L'accident s'est produit quand une rame vide qui venait de quitter une station de réparation a percuté par l'arrière une rame pleine de passagers. Sous le choc, les deux rames ont subi d'importants dégâts.
"Il y avait plus de 700 passagers dans la rame et des premières informations font état de plus d'une centaine de blessés", a dit Suriya Jungrungreunkij, le ministre thaïlandais des transports et de la communication.
Il a exclut la possibilité d'un attentat.
Aussitôt après l'accident, le service a été interrompu sur l'ensemble des 21 stations du réseau.
Le nouveau système de métro avait ouvert au public en juillet dernier, reliant les trois premières stations ouvertes en 1999 et destinées à désengorger la capitale célèbre pour ses embouteillages monstres.
Salut Cextra et merci pour ces infos. Pas très réjouissantes, il faut l'avouer, mais qui prouvent une fois de plus que c'est super chouette d'avoir quelqu'un comme toi sur place pour nous donner des infos et renseignements sur la Thaïlande et sur Bangkok en particulier, N'EN DEPLAISE A CERTAINES PERSONNES !!!
A +, Sabaïdee
A +, Sabaïdee
J'ai le mal du pays pour un pays qui n'est pas le mien ... (A. David-Neel)
merci sabaidee pour ton gentil message
il faut dire que la thailande cumule les catastrophe en ce moment...
de notre cote ce qui est moins drole c est qu on va et6re prive du moyen de locomotion le plus pratique dans Bangkok et ce pendant 3mois semaines
ah la la la joie des embouteillages....
il faut dire que la thailande cumule les catastrophe en ce moment...
de notre cote ce qui est moins drole c est qu on va et6re prive du moyen de locomotion le plus pratique dans Bangkok et ce pendant 3mois semaines
ah la la la joie des embouteillages....
Il te reste quand même le sky train non ?
Si non et bien, il faudra t'y faire ... et te lever un peu plus tôt.
Allez courage.
A +, Sabaïdee
Si non et bien, il faudra t'y faire ... et te lever un peu plus tôt.
Allez courage.
A +, Sabaïdee
J'ai le mal du pays pour un pays qui n'est pas le mien ... (A. David-Neel)
C'est quand même la poisse en ce moment !!
Il n'y aura pas plus de bouchons qu'il y a 6 mois mais c'est clair que ça permettait d'éngorger les satanés bouchons aux heures de pointe. J'espère pouvoir tester le "nouveau" métro lors de mon prochain voyage (d'ici un mois !! hihihi)
Il n'y aura pas plus de bouchons qu'il y a 6 mois mais c'est clair que ça permettait d'éngorger les satanés bouchons aux heures de pointe. J'espère pouvoir tester le "nouveau" métro lors de mon prochain voyage (d'ici un mois !! hihihi)
Thailand's Geek
Driver says he was told to release brake
POST REPORTERS
The damaged front of the passenger train rammed by an empty runaway train at Thailand Cultural Centre subway station on Monday. — PHRAKRIT JUNTAWONGThe safety standards of the Bangkok subway system are not satisfactory, Deputy Prime Minister Chaturon Chaisaeng said yesterday.
He demanded Monday's accident be explained in a ''straightforward manner'' to regain public trust.
Mr Chaturon sad the national disaster prevention committee had made three inquiries about safety standards, but never received a satisfactory reply.
The deputy prime minister made his dissatisfaction known when chairing yesterday's cabinet meeting.
''We'll find out whether the accident was caused by a single problem, a train driver, or if it was a bigger problem.
That must be clarified or people will lose trust. The cause of the problem must be discussed in a straightforward manner because there had been warnings and recommendations beforehand, '' he said.
He wondered why the operator had implemented the safety standards of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) of the United States, which was a private association.
Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit said the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA), which has authority over the system, had no experience in handling an underground train and needed expertise from the NFPA to set up the safety measures.
Mr Suriya yesterday ordered the government investigation committee to examine the subway system thoroughly, from train operation to security, station management and the training of all staff responsible for train operation and security.
He believed the subway would resume operations in a week. ''It will be closed for only seven days. I'd like to see the clear findings first.''
Police said the driver of the train which rolled down the incline and hit the stationary passenger train confessed yesterday that he had released the handbrake, but said he was instructed to do so by an official at the control centre.
Thanapol Nithichotiyanon's confession was made to Pol Maj Wongsakorn Muankhiaw, of Huay Khwang, during three hours of questioning at Hua Chiew Hospital.
The officer quoted the driver as saying that he had heard an order from an official at the subway control centre to release the handbrake. The voice was familiar but he did not know who it was.
When the brake was released, his train rolled down the slope back into the tunnel. He had tried to brake the train and contact the control centre but he could do nothing in time to prevent the collision, which injured at least 200 passengers.
The driver could have fled to safety, but chose to remain and do his best.
However, the driver and other staff responsible for the accident had been reckless and caused serious injury to other people. This was an offence punishable by a maximum three-year jail term and a fine of 60, 000 baht if proven. No charges had yet been laid.
An investigation by a panel chaired by transport deputy permanent secretary Samart Yolapak is expected to conclude its work today. The finding should cover the cause of the collision and those who should be held responsible and disciplined.
The two seriously injured passengers were in safe condition yesterday, but still in intensive care at Rama IX Hospital after surgery. Pairat Chaudakshetrin, orthopaedist in charge of the ICU, said they were on respiratory machines and would stay in the unit a few more days in case there were complications.
Orawan Burirak suffered kidney, liver and spleen injuries and internal bleeding.
Manee Sorsuwan has a broken jaw.
Subway operator Bangkok Metro Co Ltd has set up complaint centres where passengers can claim compensation and report lost belongings.
The centres, open from 10am-7pm until Jan 24, are at the park-and-ride building, exit number 4 of Lat Phrao station, phone 01-617-9735 or 01-822-3512. The company's operations building on Rama IX road can be contacted at 02-624-5200.
POST REPORTERS
The damaged front of the passenger train rammed by an empty runaway train at Thailand Cultural Centre subway station on Monday. — PHRAKRIT JUNTAWONGThe safety standards of the Bangkok subway system are not satisfactory, Deputy Prime Minister Chaturon Chaisaeng said yesterday.He demanded Monday's accident be explained in a ''straightforward manner'' to regain public trust.
Mr Chaturon sad the national disaster prevention committee had made three inquiries about safety standards, but never received a satisfactory reply.
The deputy prime minister made his dissatisfaction known when chairing yesterday's cabinet meeting.
''We'll find out whether the accident was caused by a single problem, a train driver, or if it was a bigger problem.
That must be clarified or people will lose trust. The cause of the problem must be discussed in a straightforward manner because there had been warnings and recommendations beforehand, '' he said.
He wondered why the operator had implemented the safety standards of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) of the United States, which was a private association.
Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit said the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA), which has authority over the system, had no experience in handling an underground train and needed expertise from the NFPA to set up the safety measures.
Mr Suriya yesterday ordered the government investigation committee to examine the subway system thoroughly, from train operation to security, station management and the training of all staff responsible for train operation and security.
He believed the subway would resume operations in a week. ''It will be closed for only seven days. I'd like to see the clear findings first.''
Police said the driver of the train which rolled down the incline and hit the stationary passenger train confessed yesterday that he had released the handbrake, but said he was instructed to do so by an official at the control centre.
Thanapol Nithichotiyanon's confession was made to Pol Maj Wongsakorn Muankhiaw, of Huay Khwang, during three hours of questioning at Hua Chiew Hospital.
The officer quoted the driver as saying that he had heard an order from an official at the subway control centre to release the handbrake. The voice was familiar but he did not know who it was.
When the brake was released, his train rolled down the slope back into the tunnel. He had tried to brake the train and contact the control centre but he could do nothing in time to prevent the collision, which injured at least 200 passengers.
The driver could have fled to safety, but chose to remain and do his best.
However, the driver and other staff responsible for the accident had been reckless and caused serious injury to other people. This was an offence punishable by a maximum three-year jail term and a fine of 60, 000 baht if proven. No charges had yet been laid.
An investigation by a panel chaired by transport deputy permanent secretary Samart Yolapak is expected to conclude its work today. The finding should cover the cause of the collision and those who should be held responsible and disciplined.
The two seriously injured passengers were in safe condition yesterday, but still in intensive care at Rama IX Hospital after surgery. Pairat Chaudakshetrin, orthopaedist in charge of the ICU, said they were on respiratory machines and would stay in the unit a few more days in case there were complications.
Orawan Burirak suffered kidney, liver and spleen injuries and internal bleeding.
Manee Sorsuwan has a broken jaw.
Subway operator Bangkok Metro Co Ltd has set up complaint centres where passengers can claim compensation and report lost belongings.
The centres, open from 10am-7pm until Jan 24, are at the park-and-ride building, exit number 4 of Lat Phrao station, phone 01-617-9735 or 01-822-3512. The company's operations building on Rama IX road can be contacted at 02-624-5200.
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Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Hi there,
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
Hi there
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !