Know + Go: Terrorism risk in Thailand

Updated: January 28, 2012 - 12:57 PM

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The open-air reception and dining area at Elephant Hills Nature Lodge in southern Thailand is the size of a football field. The resort, with a staff of 50, can accommodate 40 adult guests.

Photo: Provided by Elephant Hills Nature Lodge, Star Tribune

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The State Department has issued an emergency message to U.S. citizens either in Thailand or thinking of traveling there. Officials are concerned that "foreign terrorists may be currently looking to conduct attacks against tourist areas in Bangkok in the near future." To read the full emergency message, go to: bangkok.usembassy.gov/011312emergencymessage.html.

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