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La côte de Zambales, c'est emballant (Philippines)
by Doud2
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Pour changer des Visayas, notre destination préférée aux Phils, nous avons filé vers la cote de Zambales et là c'était épatant; il faisait beau et chaud, plus de pluie comme jusqu'alors.Peu de touristes, pas de problème pour reserver une chambre.Zambales, c'est comme la cote atlantique en France: de grandes plages sur des kms, plutot du sable fin cendré presque noir, de toute beauté, avec une mer puissante, et des vagues recherchées en saison par les surfeurs.Descendre du car à San Antonio et là 4 kms en tricycle jusqu'à PUNDAQUIT.Contrairement à ce qui est dit dans les guides, c'est plutot sympa: grande plage avec beaucoup de bangkas bien entretenues et embarras du choix pour les logements souvent simples; s' éloigner du centre village vers le nord pour etre plus au calme. Nous avons opté au hasard et feeling pour le PUNDAKIT SURF & SUN tenu par Kevin DEVINE (tel: 09156151275), un americain toujours pieds et torse nus: nippa hut minimaliste mais propre et parfait état pour 500p, sanitaire attenant; nous étions seuls et avons passé un bon moment, en famille en sorte, bonne cuisine de produits frais du pecheur et du marché. Que faire? Kevin vous accompagne dans les monts environnants jusqu'à des baignoires naturelles en riviere, compter 2h AR et ...30p. Faire une sortie jusqu'au iles Capones; pousser une pointe jusqu'à Anawangin Cove, une belle anse loin de tout, tenue par un organisme municipal et ecologique dans une parfaite propreté (possibilité de dormir sur place, pas d'électricité, lampes à petrole, eau de récuperation....) Se rendre en montagne, monts de Zambales, à Aglao; manger au bord du lac Mapanuepe, essayer de voir et rencontrer les tribus aetas, admirer les puissantes rivieres de cendres venant du Pinatubo (car jusqu'à san Marcelino puis jeepney jusqu'à Aglao); joli marché à San Antonio, produits de la mer à volonté et specialite: la mangue dorée et sucrée de zambales à 80p/kg
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Iba, grosse ville commerçante, peu d'attrait sinon prendre un pot au Tolyo bar
Nous n'avons pas poursuivi mais plus au nord l'ile Potipot serait un bon plan, ainsi que les iles hermanas et le golfe de Lingayen: ce sera pour une prochaine fois.
Comment venir là? Par la victory liner, passage frequent.Départ de MANILLE, gare terminal sud EDSA, ou gare trminal nord Caloocan via San Fernando Pampamga et changement à Olongapo soit 190 kms environ.
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Tout finit par s'arranger...même mal.
Content de lire un message qui sorte des idées reçues que l'on lit en général sur les forums: foncer aux terrasses de Banaue et fuir au plus vite l'île de Luzon pour s'envoler au soleil des Visayas et autre Boracay et Palawan. Luzon est une île fantastique et complète: des plages, des volcans , des terrasses de riz, cette côte occidentale très peu touristique et ô combien intéressante que vous avez visitée...et bien plus.
Merci pour ce compte-rendu très intéressant.
Léo (Manille)
Merci pour ce compte-rendu très intéressant.
Léo (Manille)
Salut les amis!!
merci pour ce report interressant!!
Léo faut pas être sectaire , personne ici ne manque d’intérêt pour Luzon en dehors de Banaue and co.
, DOUD2 pourra te le confirmer;nous nous sommes rencontré et suivit depuis Carabao, Tablal, Romblon, Sibuyan, Masbate.
Tout celà fait parti d'un seul pays magnifique les Philippines!!!
Plein de diversité!!
les Visayas ne manquent pas d interet aussi!!
Et que dire de Leyte , Samar, Biliran, Castanduanes;Mindanao.
Mon reve partir sur Jolo, Tawi tawi et les Sulu à la rencontre des Bajaos!!!!
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A la rencontre d'Abu Sayyaf surtout ! 😎 (plaisanterie mise a part il parait que l'archipel des Sulu est magnifique)
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Amities
En effet, nous avons maintenant tout le temps de trainer, d'admirer, de satisfaire notre curiosité, d'entrer en contact avec la population, de gouter aux spécialités...., ce qui fait partie du voyage
j'aime les visayas parceque je trouve sympa de passer d'une ile á l'autre
mais j'ai été agreablement surpris par la cote de Zambales: d'abord, il y faisait beau contrairement au reste du pays, ceci est du surement á la protection des montagnes , il y fait meme tres sec et il faut etre prudent face aux incendies de broussailles
beaucoup de logements et peu de touristes: j'aime ça
les plages, et les fleuves de cendre et ponces venant du Pinatubo font des kilometres et c'est impressionnant et sauvage
le sable est de toute beauté: je n'aime pas trop d'habitude les sables gris, un peu triste comme celui du carbet sans vexer personne, mais lá blond, noir et gris mélés
la cote de Zambales est une bonne alternative et proche de Manille
serais-tu du jura ?, si c'est le cas je connais bien; c'est pas mal aussi...
Tout finit par s'arranger...même mal.
salut á toi
retenons quelques unes de tes destinations préferées, Leyte, Catanduanes....pour notre prochain voyage
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Tout finit par s'arranger...même mal.
là est le probléme, mais je me tente!!!!!!
j'ai des reportages et vidéos..................que .c'est beau
Peut etre que si je ramenne un foie gras du SO et une bonne bouteille de Pauillac, je pourrai tirer son portrait!!
Bien à toi Pasayenno de pasay!
Nav😉
Comme Magellan lors du dernier G2 avec Lapu lapu!😉
Mais Enfin;avec un bon chaddor😉 et tuba et palmes bien appropriés pour visister le pays des bajaos.....
😉Nav
Ps ;depuis Manila , il y a des avions pour Tawi tawi😉...................................;;
Ca doit etre sympa le comité d'accueil ! 😉
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😉ça me dérange pas et ce n' est pas la première fois que je croise des militaires aux Phillippines;
Ils m'ont dépanné sur Palawan en 2006 crevaison de moto au check point nord à cette époque.
J'ai passé une journée avec eux sur en 2008 Marippipi et récemment en 2011 sur Sipaway.LOL
Je n'ai pas dit mon dernier mot pour Tawi tawi l aéroport est réouvert
vieux récit mais sympa Nav😉
http://www.grands-reporters.com/...arnets-de-route.html
http://www.google.fr/search?q=TAWI+TAWI&hl=fr&prmd=ivnsm&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=pA_lTc6pBNGwhAfI8JzsBw&ved=0CDwQsAQ&biw=1024&bih=499
vieux récit mais sympa Nav😉
http://www.grands-reporters.com/...arnets-de-route.html
http://www.google.fr/search?q=TAWI+TAWI&hl=fr&prmd=ivnsm&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=pA_lTc6pBNGwhAfI8JzsBw&ved=0CDwQsAQ&biw=1024&bih=499
ok , mais Abu Sayyaf leur spécialité c'est l'enlevement et la décapitation , fais gaffe tout de meme
I know, c'est plus monnaie monnaie now, ça rapporte plus un touriste vivant !
L'archipel deTawi Tawi et sa capitale Bongao;l'ile principale est beaucoup plus safe que Basilan et Sulu archipel, surtout Jolo!!!
Une délégation française est même venue sur place en 2010 à Bongao et quelques touristes viennent sur Bongao chaque années.
Le plus interressant est d'aller avec permis sur Sitangkai, Tumindao et Sibutu en pays Badjao:les gypsies des mers.
Samal and badjao people are very peacefull;
les tausug , intégristes Musulmants sont considérés comme méchants at agressifs
Il faut toujours passer prendre des nouvelles de la situation par l'office de tourisme de Zamboanga ou du Southern Command headquarters des Forces armées Philippines.
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Sources:Jens Peters , Philippines travel guide +recherches personnelles
Sources:Jens Peters , Philippines travel guide +recherches personnelles
Comme Magellan lors du dernier G2 avec Lapu lapu!😉
Ou bien je me trompe lourdement, ou bien Magellan aqurait été blessé à la jambe lors de son match de catch avec Lapu Lapu et serait mort d' infection quelques jours plus tard....
Mais il y a plusieurs versions qui circulent, et CNN n'était pas là....
Ou bien je me trompe lourdement, ou bien Magellan aqurait été blessé à la jambe lors de son match de catch avec Lapu Lapu et serait mort d' infection quelques jours plus tard....
Mais il y a plusieurs versions qui circulent, et CNN n'était pas là....
slt le jour ou tu seras decide de faire le trip dans les mers du sud passe me voir
cela m'a toujours tente apres tout on à, q'une vie alors à voir
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le vieux from bohol panglao island paradise😎
cela m'a toujours tente apres tout on à, q'une vie alors à voir
à +
le vieux from bohol panglao island paradise😎
Exact may be
;j 'ai la même version de règlement de compte.;blessure à mort.... d'ou G2 , nous en sommes au G8 now......il vient de fermer ses portes à Deauville!
Pas de mort à signaler que des règlements de comptes!
De nos jours, il n'ya plus de Lapu Lapu, de zorro et de mousquetaires.....on meurt et on tue en silence
Nav😏
Exact mon ami!!
J'y pense et à deux c'est mieux de tenter connaissant bien les Pphils et avec l'avis bien réfléchi et le feux vert des autorités sur place.depuis Zamboanga.....je pense que ma moitié Filipina suivrait!
A voir.....mais tentant avec risques limités...............;et je pense inoubliable..si retour😉
Faute d'oranges on mangera des mangues!
Promis , si je me décide , je te fais signe!
Mais avant d'y passer de l autre coté, on tentera promis!
Nav😉
uep je suis ton homme baroudeur dans l'ame connais sam phils du coin
un pot à moi d'antibes à fait le trip à la rencontre des badgao il est revenu avec sa tete mais pleine de best souvenirs
on en parle je te ferais le coucou quand je serais sur place à panglao pour le moment je suis à cannes sur la cote en france au plaisir de se serrer la patte
levieux😎
un pot à moi d'antibes à fait le trip à la rencontre des badgao il est revenu avec sa tete mais pleine de best souvenirs
on en parle je te ferais le coucou quand je serais sur place à panglao pour le moment je suis à cannes sur la cote en france au plaisir de se serrer la patte
levieux😎
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If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
Hi there
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!
