On arrive à Cebu depuis Puerto Princesa par un vol de Philippines Airlines le soir vers 19 h. Est-ce que nous pourrons trouver un bateau à cette heure ci pour nous rendre directement à Bohol ? D'après mes recherches, il n'y a qu'un bateau "Supercat" qui part le matin.
Ci-dessous une question posée à PINOY7 mais il ne doit pas être dispo car je n'ai pas reçu de réponse. Est-ce que toi tu peux me répondre ?
Ok on fera donc le trajet avec le bus de nuit de Manille à Banaue. Mais une question : il n'y a pas de bus la journée ? Faut-il absolument réserver les places dans le bus ? En fait ce qu'on veut savoir c'est supposons qu'on quitte une ile des Visayas le matin ou l'après midi, on arrive sur Manille dans la journée et on va au terminal réserver les places pour un départ le soir même. Est-ce qu'on aura forcément nos places dans ce bus ? Ou faut-il réserver plusieurs jours à l'avance ? Si oui on réserve où ? As-tu les horaires de ce bus (journée et nuit) ?
Autre question : d'après ton expérience est-ce que les vols entre les Visayas et Manille sont pleins ? Disons que vers le 27 ou 28 décembre on pense quitter les Visayas pour se rendre à Manille pour prendre ce bus pour Banaue, a t'on une chance de trouver sans difficulté 2 places dans un vol ? Ou devons-nous dés aujourd'hui réserver ce vol depuis la France ?
bonjour
je connais pas les horaires de bus banaue manille mais aux phils generalement les bus ou transports terrestres partent quand ils sont pleins ou au moins quand ils ont assez de passagers pour couvrir les frais, si tu arrives a manille prends la premieres agence de voyage proche de ton hotel ou de l'aeroport ou dans l'aeroport international NAI de manille qui te renseigneras mieux car moi je suis a 1h15 d'avion et a chaque fois que j'ai du prendre le bus a luzon je n'avais jamais reservé et c'est au terminal pasig ou alabang que tu peux prendre tes places, je connais pas les horaires par contre
tes vols sur visayas cebu bohol ou ailleurs reserves les a l'arrivee a manille toujours par une des innombrables agence ou mieux va au domestic et reserves les billets directement au comptoir cebu pacific ou pal sinon tu auras pas de billets le jour meme pendants cette periode ou les phils bougent beaucoup les fetes de noel et de nouvel an sont tres prisees et bohol ou le sud egalement d'ou l'embouteillage entre les europeens chinois coreens et locaux qui descendent se divertir sur bohol ou cebu ou palawan !!
maintenant si tu peux reserver deja depuis la france tes vols interieurs FAIS LE!!!! car ca peut etre difficile au dernier moment pendant cette periode seulement !!
une agenge tenue par une philipinne et un francais eliza les ailes du voyage dans le 16 eme arrondissement !! tres competente sur la destination des philipinnes
si tu viens sur bohol viens nous dire bonjour au moins
Merci bcp pour ces précieuses informations. Demain je contacterai l'agence à Paris mais sache que pour nos vols Manille P.PRINCESA et P.PRINCESA Cebu on es passé par une agence à Manille Filipino travel agency (par mail bien évidemment).Tu connais cette agence ? Elle nous a été recommandée par des hotels de Palawan.
Bien sur si on se décide d'aller à Bohol on te contacte. En fait on hésite entre Bohol (on a lu qu'à cette époque les chocolates hills n'étaient pas jolies, vrai ou pas ?), Sipalay, Siquijor et Camiguin. Tu peux peut-être nous aider dans notre choix ?
Si ce n'est pas indiscret (dans ce cas répond moi en MP) combien as tu payé le manille P Princessa ? car je dois aussi le prendre. Comment as tu payé l'agence ? par CB ? Merci
non je te réponds sans problème.2040 php le Manille P.Princesa.
Je suis passé par une agence à Manille pour la résa et le paiement. L'agence m'a été recommandé par 2 hotels étoilés de Palawan.
Si tu veux les coordonnées dis le moi.
Sinon j'ai appris aujourd'hui qu'il y aurait une agence à Paris par laquelle on peut passer pour réserver les vols intérieurs, voici leur mail elizagfps@wanadoo.fr, je leur ai envoyé un mail pour un autre vol interne que l'on veut prendre, j'attends donc leur réponse.
Selon la réponse qu'ils m'enverront, je repasserai par l'agence à Manille.
qu'elles soient marrons ou vertes selon saison ne chage en rien a la beaute de ce site unique au monde, pour le reste passes par la boite privee ou evapen64@yahoo.fr
je ferai en sorte de repondre au mieux a tes questions
OUI…. Lite Shipping Voyage la nuit…… 22h départ du port de Cebu pier 2 vers Tagbilaran Arr à Bohol. 2h du mat..... La plupart des hôtels sur Bohol et Panglao organisent le transfert nocturne
Georges
Toi qui as l'air de connaitre les horaires des bateaux, stp peux-tu répondre aux questions suivantes que l'on se pose :
bateau de Cebu à Siquijor : le 23 décembre au matin, il est à quelle heure ? Si tu as le nom de ce bateau ça nous aidera. Combien de temps dure la traversée ? As-tu le prix ?
bateau de Siquijor à Bohol : le 26 décembre au matin, il est à quelle heure ? Si tu as le nom de ce bateau ça nous aidera. Combien de temps dure la traversée ? As-tu le prix ?
on est allé consulté schedule.ph mais on n'a pas trouvé.
Oceanjet
Cebu-Siquijor @3:35 PM 5h30 de voyage
Siquijor-Tagbilaran @6:00 AM 3h00 de voyage
Pour les prix voire les nombreuses promos env. 900 pesos par trajet
Georges
encore une question : as-tu une adresse mail valide pour contacter oceanjet. Je viens d'envoyer un mail à marketing@oceanjet.net et il m'est revenu, cette adresse mail ne doit pas être bonne.
Nous partons de Bohol pour Cebu le 4 jan à 14h30 (arrivée à 16h15) par bateau avec Supercat et nous prenons un avion pour Manille à 20h00. Y'a t-il parfois des retards avec cette compagnie de bateau ? Là on a quasiment 4h00 de battement pour prendre l'avion mais on sait jamais... 😉
les retards quand il en a sont de l'ordre de la demie heure mais c'est pas a chaque fois
les deux compagnies se valent
a moins d'etre fan de l'aircon rester dans la partie non "refrigéré du bateau c'est a dire pas les premiere vous avez de tres grande chance d'attrapper froid
les prix 500 pesos un aller 800 pesos un aller retour 11, 25 pesos de taxe par personne
si vous passez par bohol ou panglao n'hesitez pas a venir ous faire un petit coucou, un on mange pas- deux on oblige personne a dormir chez nous -trois si vus avez des questions administrative ma maison est aussila representation consulaire a bohol
Wow Joël… tu dispose du tout dernier horaire Supercat valable sulement depuis hier…..
Comme Supercat utilise un seul Fastcraft (Le supercat 32…. Le plus moderne des navires pour Bohol) pour ces 3 liaisons quotidiennes CEB-TAG la compagnie annule la destination pour la journée ou plus en cas de problème technique…..
Georges
J'ai prévu lors de mon prochain voyage de m'arretter de nouveau sur ROMBLON isl que j'avais bien appréciée de là, j'avais émis l'idée de pousser vers BANTON…
Est il possible de partir de Dumaguete en fin de journée (16-17h) pour Apo? Les bangka n'ayant pas d'horaires fixes, est il raisonnable d'espérer en trouver…
Je souhaiterais me rendre prochainement à l'île de Camiguin. J'atteris à Cagayan del oro vers 13h00 un dimanche, puis prendre un bus pour Balingoan. Connaissez…
J'ai cherché l'information en vain et bizarrement je ne trouve pas la réponse... J'arrive très tard à l'aéroport de CEBU (presque minuit) et je me demande si…
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Je me permet de partager cet article de blog qui, à mes yeux, pose un diagnostic d'une modernité absolue sur Hué qui n’est pas vue comme une relique mais comme une reine du style.
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
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?????
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
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.
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.
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
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! !
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?
