Bangkok is safe. Thailand is safe.
Even though we are now under a state of emergency, life goes on as per usual, no signs of social unrest. Like I said yesterday, Thailand operates in bubbles, as long as you do not go right to the heart of the protests, then you’ll be fine.
For tourist travelling here, the only concern you should have is traffic due to strikes, but as for today (the 1st day of the strike) there is no real problem.
No bombing, no riots, no military crack downs.
I only advise not to book with Thai Airways because they are being stupid and delaying flights as a show of support to the PAD. As for the shut down of smaller international airports (Krabi and ChiangMai) if you are en route, they will most likely direct the flight to Bangkok’s International Suvarnabhumi Airport and I HOPE that the flight carrier would arrange for bus transport to your original destination.
If you are stuck in the airport when there are protests, I believe they will send you to Bangkok to catch your flight.
Living in Thailand is safe, but you need to acquire patience to handle these small nuances.
