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Planning a trip to Thailand? :warning: The UK Foreign Office has just issued an urgent warning against all but essential travel to several regions of the country — including popular islands like Koh Chang and Koh Kood, and areas near the Malaysia and Cambodia borders.  This video breaks down everything you need to know before you go — including safety risks, travel disruptions during Thailand’s national mourning period, and essential insurance advice.  Whether you're backpacking the Banana Pancake Trail or booking a winter getaway to Phuket, don’t miss this important update that could affect your entire trip. WooGlobe Ref : WGA912103 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Thinking of backpacking through Thailand?

00:02You might want to hit pause on those plans.

00:04The UK Foreign Office has just issued a serious travel warning.

00:08They're advising against all but essential travel to southern Thailand, near the Malaysia border.

00:13Why? Because of frequent attacks in the area,

00:16including on popular train routes like Hat Yai to Padang Basar.

00:20And that's not all.

00:21There's also a 50-kilometer warning zone along the Cambodia border,

00:25covering tourist hotspots like Koh Chang and Koh Kud.

00:29These dreamy islands? Now on the danger list.

00:32Tensions flared earlier this year when troops exchanged fire at a disputed border area.

00:37Plus, Thailand is currently in a national mourning period for the Queen Mother.

00:41That means bars, entertainment spots, and shops might be closed or restricted.

00:46Visitors are even being asked to wear somber clothing out of respect.

00:50So if you're planning the famous Banana Pancake Trail, you'll need to rethink your route.

00:54And whatever you do, don't travel without proper insurance.

00:58Adventure is great, but safety comes first.

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UK Issues Urgent Thailand Travel Warning — What You Need to Know

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