Bangkok-death of the King.

[esa-aardvark]

Travelling to Bangkok Saturday, anyone have words of advice ?

Beeen there many times, but never in a situation anything like this.
John

[Thai Pom]

Don't bring any bright clothes, the whole country is in black or white. At this time the eating houses and basic bars are open, no go-go's. The bars have been told not to play music or have parties. The International Cable channels were taken off air last night and we have had monochrome films of the King in his youth instead, this is meant to stop at midnight.


You said you have been here many times so you know how much the King was loved and respected, as always here don't discuss this or politics and you will be right.


This is correct @ 16.40 local time, but it could all change.


Cheers, TP

[Stanwell]

Oh dear.
The first I heard of it.
Much respect to that man and sympathies to his subjects.
Rest in peace, King Bhumibol - you deserve it.

[MathFox]

The BBC gives similar advice as Thai Pom: What should tourists do in Thailand after King Bhumibol's death? - BBC News (http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-37651953)

Expect a more quiet and subdued experience.

[esa-aardvark]

Thanks to all, managed to purchase some dark clothing, before leavig tomorrow.
JOHN

[Metro man]

Expect 30 days of no joyful activities, the atmosphere will probably be similar to the UK after the death of Princess Diana.

[Thai Pom]

We had a quiet night in the bar yesterday. Mostly expats that know what is going on. Everybody respectful of what is going on, but all wanting a Friday night beer


Cheers, TP

[esa-aardvark]

Wife & I back in NZ. We were mostly in black. Bangkok a bit
sombre, but a lot of the younger people were managing to
make a fashion statement in Black. Restaurants were OK.
What I know of the King, he was a really good person, so
I am not surprised at the grief. John.