I DID read though about someone who had an issue with the extra time on a UK passport while either RETURNING from abroad, or when travelling through the EU. (I can't remember which scenario it was.) You may want to confirm you can return with a passport over 10 years, or fly through the EU with a passport over 10 years.

Most likely a combination of different airlines because Etihad isn't flying your route that day. Basically they are saying "choose Etihad on another day, or another airline for that day".

I transited through Narita on Saturday and did not need a test.

I was there less than 2 weeks ago. Depends on what you are going for. The beaches both at Chaam and Hua Hin were pretty busy, and there are people selling food and drinks on the beach. I rented a bike and rode about. The malls and such are ok. Not as full as usual, but most of the stores were open.

The night life however is almost non existant in Hua Hin from what I saw. I THINK there is a midnight curfew. Most "tourist" restaurants were closed before 10pm, and if you venture down to the bar areas, many are still closed.

@Brandon ***********

, the airlines usually go by what the destination says. Most destinations jyst require proof of vaccination. If the passenger does not have that, then proof of negative test is usually required.

November is actually very nice and cool in Bangkok area, and on down past Rayong etc. The rains have pretty much stopped.

Most of the north should be rain free and cooler.

I have to bring it up though. 😁

Change it in Thailand. And remember that you should have at least the equivalent of 10,000 baht in cash in pocket when arriving. (basically just over $300 USD). They rarely ask, but over the years, I have been asked 3 times, and actually made to produce the cash one of those times.

@Stuart ********

, Thorough

Hmmm, Bangkok. Why is that different? I have come to Thailand 3 times for a total of 9 weeks since mid Oct 2021 as visa exempt, and I have had no issue whatsoever. But I have flown in via Phuket each time.