U.S. Department of State elevates Thailand's travel advisory to the highest safety level.
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US Bumps Up Thailand's Travel Advisory, Puts It Among World's Safest Spots
The United States government has given Thailand a thumbs-up, slapping a Level 1 travel advisory on the kingdom, placing it alongside destinations like Japan, Australia, Canada, and Singapore.
This upgrade was announced on Monday by Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong and deputy government spokeswoman Sasikarn Watthanachan.
Thailand Now a Level 1 Talent: "Maintain Usual Wariness"
On June 9th, the United States Department of State issued a Level 1 advisory for Thailand-its safest rating. This means that most parts of Thailand are deemed safe for touring.
This puts Thailand on par with other low-risk countries, and it's expected to add a layer of trust, particularly among American tourists, who are known for their generous spending habits.
Advisory Warns for Selected Regions
However, this advisory comes with a regional twist. The United States Department of State advises Level 2 caution-beware the heat!-for:
- Yala
- Pattani
- Narathiwat
- Parts of Songkhla
These zones are flagged due to continuing civil unrest linked to insurgent activity. Despite the troubles in these areas, popular destinations like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Pattaya remain under Level 1.
Thai Big Wigs Exalt the Upgrade
Tourism Minister Sorawong praised the United States for the upgrade, stating it would bolster confidence among foreign tourists, especially American vacationers. He asserted that this change would benefit the travel industry, bringing in increased earnings for accommodations, eateries, and local businesses nationwide.
Deputy spokeswoman Sasikarn pointed out that the advisory highlights Thailand's consistent efforts to ensure tourist security. She noted that key destinations had met global safety standards and lauded several productive initiatives, including:
- The Tourist Assistance Centre
- A dedicated tourist court
- A fund for supporting foreign visitors
"The Level 1 advisory proves the collective efforts of all sectors to transform Thailand into a world-renowned, secure, and inviting vacation spot," she concluded. "It demonstrates that Thailand is prepared to shine as a premier tourist hub."
- KEYWORDS
- Thailand
- US Department of State
- travel advisory
- Sorawong Thienthong
- tourism
- safety standards
- foreign tourists
- Thailand tourism industry
- Tourist Assistance Centre
- dedicated tourist court
- support fund for foreign visitors
- The United States Department of State issued a Level 1 travel advisory for Thailand, making it one of the safer destinations for international tourism, alongside countries like Japan, Australia, Canada, and Singapore.
- Despite the Level 1 advisory, the US Department of State advises Level 2 caution for specific regions in Thailand, including Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat, and parts of Songkhla, due to continuing civil unrest linked to insurgent activity.
- Tourism Minister Sorawong celebrated the travel advisory upgrade from the US Department of State, believing it would bolster confidence among foreign tourists, particularly Americans, benefiting the Thai travel industry, thereby increasing earnings for accommodations, eateries, and local businesses across the country.
- Deputy spokeswoman Sasikarn emphasized that the Level 1 advisory highlights Thailand's consistent efforts to ensure tourist security, as key destinations have met global safety standards and provided initiatives like the Tourist Assistance Centre, a dedicated tourist court, and a fund for supporting foreign visitors, ultimately transforming Thailand into a world-renowned and secure vacation spot.
