Danger Down South?

[louisxander]

I just came across an account of some of the violence that has occured in Southern Thailand. Does anyone know what the current situation is as far as non-Thai's are concerned? Can farangs travel around down there or are they also targets? It seems like a case of rebels against the authorities, but one would hate to end up as a hostage or a bombing victim.

[RueFang]

The army, police, teachers and public servants are the main targets of these attacks. Innocent rubber farmers have often been killed too...non-Thais are generally not the targets.

[alanhutton]

Where in the South do you want to travel to?? I feel the 3 provinces are dangerous and aren't worth the risk of going there!! what would you want to see??

[alanhutton]

Where in the South do you want to travel to?? I feel the 3 provinces are dangerous and aren't worth the risk of going there!! what would you want to see??

[Gravelrash]

For those seeking an adventure holiday the south may fit the bill. If relaxing is more your aim then perhaps it is best avoided.

[lazeeboy]

stay away from the 3 provinces and its as safe as anywhere

[H2oDunc]

I rode down through the 3 main trouble spots a couple of weeks ago on my ride down to Malaysia. I stayed the night near the border at Tak Bai, on the coast. I stopped a few times and met some really nice people. They expressed a little suprise as to me being there but at no time did I feel intimidated or worried. They wished a few more Farangswould come visit as the felt if there was more farangs there things might not be as bad as they are for them. I think something needs to be done but I would not know what to suggest. There is some beautiful scenery and beaches down there and with some proper marketing it could be really big. Fingers crossed for the future. I went on the " RIDE FOR PEACE " run at the Hat Yai bike weekend and would love to organise something for down there. Maybe a " RIDE ROUND THE SOUTH " tour? Lets hope some one can sort this mess out soon.