American sued in Thailand over negative Tripadvisor review


Wesley Barnes posted about his encounter with 'unfriendly staff' who 'act like they don't want anyone here' on Tripadvisor in June. – EPA pic, September 26, 2020.

AN American has been sued by an island resort in Thailand over a negative Tripadvisor review, authorities said today, and could face up to two years in prison if found guilty.

Domestic tourism is still happening in Thailand, where coronavirus numbers are relatively low, with locals and expats heading to near-empty resorts, including Koh Chang island, famed for its sandy beaches and turquoise waters.


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