As the Hong Kong Travel Industry Council announced a red travel alert to Thailand, in light of the Thai military announcing a coup, all group tours heading for the country has been cancelled.
Joseph Tung, Travel Industry Council executive director, claims that 1,300 holidaymakers, part of 70 groups will be affected.
What will happen to tours scheduled for departure after May 31 will be reviewed and decided next week reports the SCMP.
Hongkongers vacationing in Thailand are urged to seek caution and avoid areas of protests and large gatherings.
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