gerefan

What an unbelievable state of affairs. It is no wonder tourists are put off hearing horror stories like this. Lost bungalow booking, lost car rental, lost time with a loved one....for what, a bit of flu. A Thai friend of mine and his ladyboy wife both caught covid in Pattaya a few weeks ago. They were both sent to a hospitel at government expense but had to have separate rooms. I hope you are more successful.

Daydreamer You are not the only one to have trouble with the second test. After 6 or 7 days ( that was the rule in December) I returned to the hospital where I had the first test. I asked about making a booking for the second test and they insisted it had to be done on line. They gave me a QR code but wouldn’t book me in. Went back to my room and tried on line. Eventually after a few hours I thought I’d made a booking but got no confirmation or even acknowledgement. So I turned up on the day and walking to the entrance tripped up over an unmarked step in the car park. Dishevelled, I sat in the queue for over 2 hours until my number was called. That was on the 3 January. Now, nearly 6 weeks later, I am still waiting for the result. Ive lost interest!

Quarantine being reduced by a third wouldn’t help their revenue would it? No doubt it will be amended...in due course.

The one I got in December had an arrival date clearly written on it. If yours hasn’t got an arrival date then I am guessing it means you need to arrive by 20 March. Nowadays the pass is valid for 3 days after your expected arrival date to allow for delays. Does that add up?

I have no idea why they cannot take cards. Someone else I know is currently also sending a friend to pay. The room was large and quiet. Plenty of free water and toilet rolls etc. Bed comfy.

I also used the Venue for the Test and Go. Just one night stay in December. The Thai pass website is now recommending direct bookings with hotels to save time and complications. Unfortunately I cannot find the link again. I did book direct with The Venue and all went well. They collected me from the airport and we went via Jomtien Hospital for a quick PCR test. I got the result next day. Only problem is The Venue does not accept cards for pre payment. I got a friend to drop in and pay for me.

Drivel...

Put them In hold luggage

Stupid Gossip. Dont believe it. You will be ok

After several years using Emirates I stopped using them due to the great distances transferring. However as Eva has stopped operating LHR to BKK I went back with them. Last month I flew Emirates LHR to BKK and can conform there was a huge trek between terminals.

Yes it is a change of aircraft. It might be some distance to the next gate so check when you arrive.

In Pattaya most bars are open until 11 pm. Gogo are closed still. They may be open in BKK. Karoake and night clubs are closed in Pattaya massage places are open.

Londoner. Your post promoted me to look at Emirates website. In Mid June they have flights departing LHR at various times in the evening surrounding the usual Eva departure time of 2130. Agreed there is a stopover enroute but it is only about 1.30 hour However a few things to think of: If you want to go business class fares are currently £2455 return (assuming a one month stay) and secondly all legs are on the A380. If, you have not flown on it I would highly recommend it is Business. You’ll never look back! You can even leave your seat and sit in the bar for as long as you like! And don’t forget Emirates sends a car to collect you from home and take you to LHR. Same or arrival at BKK and same on return flights to LHR. I don’t think you’ll get that in business on Eva. Finally, they have an excellent track record of keeping to their schedule, unlike Eva.

What a load of old tosh. Why the hell does an applicant have to send everything to a hotel only for them to send it on to the Thai Pass people? The applicant has to send it to them anyway. And why within 30 hours ffs? Then what about the second hotel 5 days later? Is it any wonder hardly anyone is bothering? TIT

I do not understand the question. You must book an approved SHA Hotel. The booking will include transport from the airport direct to your hotel and test either at the hotel, or at the hospital on they way to the hotel. After you have passed the test you are free to travel anywhere. You need another hotel and test after 5 days.

I would recommend Emirates or Swiss. Have used both recently. You should watch Departure and Arrival boards for your selected airline and flights. That will give you an indication of cancellations before booking.

Surely if the flight is scheduled to land after midnight the stamp should be the ACTUAL date of arrival?? an equally if it is scheduled to arrive just before midnight, and is delayed, the stamp should be the next day? I can imagine spending some time arguing this at Immigration as I don’t leave the desk untiI I personally check the stamp and expiry date!

Over the last 2 years or so we have got used to there being no direct flights to Thailand From London (except for Thai’s rather poor service). Consequently, I have got used to having to change enroute. Last year I flew with Swiss and apart from a slightly uncomfortable B777 it was faultless, with a short stopover in Zurich. This year I used Emirates and paid a bit more. It was superb. I can’t see Eva returning any time soon, so we will just have to get used to it.

I was in a similar position. Only a week between applying for the Thai Pass and my flight date. After two or three days had passed I had only the acknowledgement I was getting seriously worried. I then found this website https://asq.in.th/thailand-pass?tpOpen=1&rushIt who promise you the pass in 6 to 48 hours. Or a refund. I paid up and got the pass in an hour! Recomended.

I don’t get it. The suggested requirements are identical to the Test and Go I underwent back in late December, when “ new” requirements are introduced. i had a second PCR, after 6 days, on the 2 January. I am still waiting the results!!

I’m not sure what you mean. The Thai Pass is free. This service is something different and costs money. The site I’m recommending is for people who are having problems such as Queries or a flight in the next few days. They will somehow expedite the issue of your Thai Pass. They are NOT the same people who issue the Pass. It worked for me as I had only a few days left before I was due to fly and no end of phone calls or emails to the people who issue the pass helped. I hope that answers your question.

I can recommend this website if you are having trouble getting the Thai Pass. https://asq.in.th/thailand-pass?tpOpen=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAxJSPBhAoEiwAeO_fP94310FknK00kKtMzJ3vg0Q6khdKBKDEk1c227Y5Js5Ds72xLIolNhoCvUcQAvD_BwE They managed to get mine issued in less than an hour. I had been waiting for about five days and the flight was due to leave a few days later. it cost 6500 baht because of the short notice but was well worth it. Dont ask how they did it. I tried phoning email etc..nothing Probably best not to ask! TIT

You wouldnt think it driving along Soi Boukou in Pattaya..some of the bars were jammed full. And for the first time today I saw quite a few guys walking with their “offs” both male and female. Certainly nothing like last year.

TMax. That link is a year old...January 2021

I use them too. They are like a huge flannel (face cloth).