CNY bookings soften for travel to Bangkok

Singapore

AS political tensions continue in Bangkok, travel bookings to Thailand out of Singapore appear softer this Chinese New Year, which coincides with the Feb 2 snap polls slated to take place in the troubled capital.

In line with weaker demand, Singapore Airlines (SIA) is scaling back capacity by cutting 19 flights over a six-week period starting from Jan 14. The airline, which typically operates five flights daily to Bangkok, is giving affected passengers the option of a refund or being put on a different flight.