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Stranded in Thailand: Cypriot Snake Handler and Others Face Flight Cancellations

Published March 6, 2026, 12:13
Stranded in Thailand: Cypriot Snake Handler and Others Face Flight Cancellations

Three Cypriot travelers have been stranded in Bangkok, Thailand, for ten days due to continuous flight cancellations. Yannis Aggeli, owner of the Cyprus Reptile Center, described the situation, stating that Qatar Airways repeatedly cancels their flights. The travelers are burdened with the cost of their accommodation, and attempts to obtain refunds to book new tickets have been unsuccessful. The situation at Thai airports is chaotic, with many Europeans trying to return to their countries. Those stranded report limited communication with authorities, and there are other Cypriots in a similar situation.