The coup in Thailand is impacting tourist arrivals, but hopes are high that a new government will have more success in dealing with Muslim rebel attacks in southern Thailand that killed a Canadian tourist last week. More Chinese want to come to the US and four US airlines vie for a coveted new route between the US and China. And Skype goes shopping for a travel industry partner.

• eTN Special EyeWitness Report from Bangkok
• More reports about the Coup in Thailand
• Four killed in Thai bomb blasts
• Visa considered to be a major problem for Chinese travelers headed for the US
• US carriers lobbying for new China route
• Support a United, D.C. to Beijing route
• Skype seeks growth through large travel company
• Email: PCNTravel@gmail.com
• Blubrry.com
• Geography for Travelers