snoop1130 Posted January 11, 2023 Share Posted January 11, 2023 PHOTO: Chinese visitors arrive in Thailand Phuket, followed closely by Chiang Mai, is the top destination favoured by Chinese tourists, according to the President of the Phuket Tourist Association. Thanet Tantiphiriyakit is welcoming the long-awaited return of the Chinese, adding that many countries are happy to welcome them back. According to a Bangkok Post report, 3 direct flights from China will land in Phuket on January 18. The flights, 2 from Shanghai and one from Nanjing, will carry a combined total of 500 passengers a day. A further 2 direct flights from China may be added, pending approval being granted, according to Thanet. Another 3 flights will go into operation from January 24, meaning a total of 8 direct flights a day from China to Phuket. Addressing concerns about the spike in Covid-19 infections in China… “Phuket is well equipped to deal with an outbreak of the virus. He says workers in the island’s tourism sector will wear face masks and practice social distancing.” Meanwhile, up north, the director of Chiang Mai Airport, Wichit Kaeosaithiam, says a direct flight from Shanghai to the northern city will begin on January 18. Another direct flight, this time from Guangzhou, will be added 2 days later. Wichit says the airport has been preparing for an increase in air traffic from China since the country recently dropped its travel restrictions. Approval is also being sought for a direct flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai, another 2 direct flights from Shanghai, along with a direct service from Chengdu, in Sichuan province. Chiang Mai Airport also offers direct flights from Singapore, Hong Kong, Incheon and Busan in South Korea, Taipei in Taiwan, Luang Prabang in Laos, Danang, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, and Yangon in Myanmar. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/phuket-is-the-favourite-thai-holiday-destination-among-chinese-tourists/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-01-11 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Neilly Posted January 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted January 11, 2023 4 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: 3 direct flights from China will land in Phuket on January 18 And I will be leaving Phuket on the morning of the 19th...perfect timing ???? 1 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Emeraldisle Posted January 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted January 11, 2023 I think that it will not now be very safe to visit any part of Thailand where Chinese tourists go. Mainly Bangkok, Chang Mai, Pattaya and Phuket. Of course they may visit other areas but these are the cities where I have seen the most Chinese. You may be staying in the same hotel as them. Using the same swimming pool, dining in the same restaurants etc. Do any other people have other opinions or advice? 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Salerno Posted January 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted January 11, 2023 1 minute ago, Emeraldisle said: Do any other people have other opinions or advice? Yes, rent one of these, seal it and fit an oxygen supply: 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bluejets Posted January 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted January 11, 2023 Well there are 2 destinations we won't be visiting any time soon. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted January 11, 2023 Share Posted January 11, 2023 12 hours ago, snoop1130 said: Phuket, followed closely by Chiang Mai, is the top destination favoured by Chinese tourists, according to the President of the Phuket Tourist Association. Thanet Tantiphiriyakit is welcoming the long-awaited return of the Chinese, adding that many countries are happy to welcome them back. Here we go again... we're the best thing since s,iced bread. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BananaStrong Posted January 11, 2023 Share Posted January 11, 2023 The more tourists, the less a real experience. START there, talk in English for days about how you are really living the crazy life, on the edge, reckless, learning about yourself over a cup of Starbucks in CM, doing walking street and stopping at 6 p.m. and realizing you are really in a different place!!! Then, for the love of all good things, get far away from Phuket and CM and get to know Thailand. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeymike100 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 “Phuket is well equipped to deal with an outbreak of the virus. He says workers in the island’s tourism sector will wear face masks and practice social distancing.” So from the article they are ready for an outbreak? Do they know something we don't? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 21 hours ago, snoop1130 said: .....and practice social distancing.” How long do they have to practice before incorporating it into their daily work routines? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 11 hours ago, BananaStrong said: The more tourists, the less a real experience. START there, talk in English for days about how you are really living the crazy life, on the edge, reckless, learning about yourself over a cup of Starbucks in CM, doing walking street and stopping at 6 p.m. and realizing you are really in a different place!!! Then, for the love of all good things, get far away from Phuket and CM and get to know Thailand. Please give chiang mai a miss. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jak2002003 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 How do they know these places are the Chinese tourists favourites? They have not even arrived yet. They might hate the place lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Lowf Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 13 hours ago, BananaStrong said: The more tourists, the less a real experience. A long weekend in Buriram is a real experience that I will be happy not to repeat - Phuket suits my holiday needs perfectly, and that of many others who live in a cold, dark, wet and miserable northern European country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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