The sanctions imposed on Russia in the Ukraine war are causing unrest abroad. Tourists in Thailand cannot go back as many planes do not fly to Russia.
Thailand – The sanctions against Russia* have now also hit Russian and Ukrainian tourists. According to the American news portal Associated Press News (AP News), thousands of Russians are stuck in Thai seaside resorts. These include the provinces of Phuket, Surat Thani, Krabi and Pattaya.
The Ukraine conflict* ensures that many countries have imposed sanctions on Russia. As a result, almost all flight connections to Russia were blocked. This is now problematic for many holidaymakers who wanted to return to Russia. Some of the tourists still managed to fly home. However, many more are stuck in Thailand.
Flights to Russia canceled: Ukraine war sanctions hit tourists
But not all flights have been suspended. Yuthasak Supasorn is Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand. He offers an alternative to AP News: “There are some airlines that still fly to Russia, but travelers have to change planes in another country. We try to coordinate and search the flights for them.”
That’s not the only problem standing in the way of tourists in Thailand. Credit cards such as Visa or Mastercard can no longer be used. These companies also joined the sanctions against Russia. Cards from the Chinese institute UnionPay, on the other hand, continue to work. Cryptocurrencies cannot be used in this case, according to AP News.
Thailand tries to help affected tourists from Russia
Thailand is trying to help. For example, there is a free visa extension by 30 days. And hotels also offer discounts so that people have a place to stay. In addition, there is a keen search for cheaper accommodation. This is to help anyone who is forced to stay.
However, Thailand will not force anyone to fly back home if they do not want to, according to dpa. Thailand even hopes that the Ukraine conflict could help get the economy moving again. Due to the corona pandemic*, they had great difficulties. (fh) *hna.de is an offer from IPPEN.MEDIA.
