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Swine Flu May Hit Tourism

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Posted: 27 Apr 2009 | 9:46 am

First the economic crises and now swine flu has hit the Americas with 68 related deaths in Mexico reported, according to the World Health Organization. The United States is currently on high alert while here in Asia; regional airports are closely monitoring travelers who have been to Mexico.

Asia was hit hard by the bird flu pandemic and the resulting SARS crises in 2003 in which 299 people in Hong Kong reportedly lost their lives. The region along with Phuket tourism was hit hard and travel came to an abrupt halt at the time.

The international press is currently closely watching the developments on this story, and certainly it could not come at a worse time when most countries are working hard to restore order to the battered financial sectors.

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why postpone ! no cases in Thailand yet, and not to many people go to Phuket from Mexico, more chance of getting it at home.live a little have travel insurance have fun.

Bill Barnett responds:
yes indeed!

Andrew, 01 May 2009 | 8:48 am

this is a concern to our forthcoming holiday to Phuket, maybe we should postpone ?

Bill Barnett responds:
Not at all, its been sunny and there are no incidents of swine flu in the region. Coming on a plane today from Bangkok, the flight was full and yes tourism is alive and well on the island.

Spencer Hill, 28 Apr 2009 | 4:33 am

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