J'ai toujours du mal à me décider pour l'hôtel où nous allons séjourner pendant notre séjour aux perhentians, même mieux (!!!), j'hésite à présent sur quelle île choisir...
Alors, au début, sur les conseils d'amis, on s'était fixés le Coral View sur Besar, puis je me suis rendue compte que c'était quand même cher (60€ la nuit). Sur le guide du routard, même sur plusieures discussions, je me suis rendue compte combien le Mama's chalet était apprécié: alors qq'1 at-il des photos par hasard? Ce qu'on veut c'est un truc calme, très propre, avec vue sur la mer (alors ça je crois que c'est le plus important pour nous) avec des gens sympas et de l'hotel et des touristes. Ah oui, on veut aussi notre salle de bain... Alors, est-ce que le Mama's pourrait nous convenir? y'a-t-il des gens qui ont fait les deux hôtels? Sur le net, j'ai vu que la chambre était à 40€ la nuit, c'est quand même beaucoup moins cher que le Coral View, alors quelle est la véritable différence? Et que penser du Tropical reef (à côté du coral view avec ses chambres à 20€???)
Et puis maintenant, je me demande si on irait pas plutôt sur l'île de kecil, on est jeunes et même si on veut un endraoit tranquille, sans bruit, on aimerait pouvoir faire un peu la fête le soir, et je crois que cette île y est plus propice... Quel est votre avis? Je pensais à l'hôtel D'Laggon, endroit apparemment tranquil sur une belle plage, à 10 min des endroits plus festifs, est-ce vrai? qu'en est-il de l'hotel en lui même, je ne trouve aucunje photo sur les sites internet, propreté, plage, vue sur la mer???
Merci de vos conseils, il me faut me dépêcher, nous partons du 6 au 16 mai, j'ai peur qu'il n'y ait pls de place...
PS: Euh, je fais les choses à l'envers, je viens de voir les posts précédents sur le D'Lagoon, qui finalement n'a pas l'air sibien que ça... On veut quand même pouvoir faire pliens de restos différents le soir et pas en faisant 45 min de marche pour y arriver...
Donc, je m'en remets à vous, quelle île? quel hotel?
Au pire, je pensais... (si si c'est vrai!!!) on peut loger sur Besar et passer qq soirées sur Kecil, les bateaux fonctionnent-ils la nuit?
Merci d'avance
je pourrai t'en dire plus dans quelques mois. Personnellement j'ai réservé ma chambre au Perhentians Island resort, qui a mauvaise presse en matière de bouffe mais bonne presse pour la chambre et surtout la plage.
Donc dans quelques mois si c'est pas trop tard, je t'écrirai un commentaire.
Bon voyage
Quand des milliers de personnes dans la rue estiment avoir le droit de faire la loi pour des millions d'autres, un pays perd le droit de se nommer une republique democratique.
Pour moi Mama est un bon compromis, c'est bien tenu, le BBQ poisson sauce coco de Mama est un regal. Et puis c'est tout pres de Turtle bay a pied, pour snorkeling et voir des tortues. On peut aussi aller a Turtle Beach un peu plus loin en canoë... tres belle plage, snorkeling sympa.
bonjour, nous allons en malaisie cet été et mon choix sur cette ile s'était porté sur le coral view egalement. par contre pour une chambre deluxe sea view (sans télé avec AC ) j'ai trouve 45 euros(210 myr avec le convertisseur de devises XE). Je n'ai pas l'impression que les chambres superieures de mama's aient la télé auquel cas elles ne sont pas vraiment moins chères (180myr = 39 euros).
Par contre je ne sais pas quel est le mieux des deux, mais d'après le lonely planet le coral view est peur être mieux situé car entre deux plages, et sur le net il y a plus de photos disponibles et notamment celles de ce site http://www.malaysia-islands.com/html/perhentian/resort/coral-view/09.shtml,
dominique
Le Coral View est plus luxueux que Mama's mais aussi plus cher (chez Mama's il faut compter 80RM) et un peu plus "hotel" moins ambiance guest house. Perso je préfère l'ambiance décontractée chez Mama et le "easy my friend" d'Aziz 😉
Le Coral View et Mama's ne sont de toute façon qu'à 2 minutes (montre en main) de marche sur la plage l'un de l'autre...
Salut,
Tu trouveras je pense quelques éléments de réponses sur mon blog.
Sinon, en vrac : si tu veux un endroit qui bouge un minimum le soir c'est forcément long beach sur Kecil mais ça peut être assez bruyant certains soirs. Il y a le bubu hotel à l'extremite de la plage opposée aux Moshins chalet qui est nettement plus luxe que les autres (j'ai pas fait gaffe aux tarifs), et qui je pense est assez éloigné des autres pour rester calme la nuit. le problème de toutes les autres plages c'est que tu y es quasiment coincé pour la nuit vu que les taxis naviguent pas la nuit. sur l'aspect "jeune" de long beach tu as parfaitement raison, la différence est saisissante avec les autres plages que j'ai vu, surtout sur Besar. Je pense que je suis beaucoup plus vieux que toi( 🤪) mais j'ai quand même trouvé que Besar c'était vraiment pas fun..... Tu peux trouver un bon compromis en allant sur Coral bay, la plage qui est à l'opposée de long beach sur Kecil. Je sais pas à quoi elle ressemble le soir mais les gens avaient l'air plus cool que sur Besar. Elle n'est qu'à 10mn à pied de long beach et si vous prenez des lampes de poches vous pouvez le faire la nuit sans aucun soucis (ambiance "bruits de la jungle" garantie!!!).Voilà, bon voyage.....
Bonjour,
Nous sommes allés au Coral View Island Resort. L'ensemble est charmant et bien intégré à la nature, comme tous les hôtels du coin.
Attention aux types de bungalows, le confort est très variable, même au sein d'une mê^me catégorie.
Eviter de les bungalows situés sur la plage qui mène au Mama's: odeur d'égoûts+++++++++
Sur l'autre plage, celle qui va au Perhentian Island Resort, les bungalows "Sea View Family Suite" sont très corrects.
Le restaurant est MAUVAIS et la carte NULLE, et cher comparé aux prix habituels en Malaisie. Les nappes jamais changées.
Attention: aucun alcool dans ces hôtels. C'est l'une des régions les plus strictes sur le plan religieux.
Côté hygiène / popreté: attention, on est en Malaisie; leurs standards et façons de faire ne sont pas les nôtres. Mais cela ne veut pas dire qu'ils soient plus sales, ils font seulement différemment. A nous de nous adapter.
Dans l'ensemble sur ces îles, pas de tout à l'égout; chaque hôtel fait comme il peut. Donc parfois, c'est pas terrible. Les bungalows sont tous sur pilotis (y compris dans les autres hôtels); douche et lavabos s'écoulent en direct dessous. Les WC, ça reste un mystère...apparemment, ça partirait loin en mer selon certains guides (info non vérifiée)
Mais globalement, si on accepte d'aller manger chez mama's à 2 minutes via une plage fabuleuse, le cadre est très beau et le confort acceptable. Les TV, on s'en fiche un peu, d'abord parce que le spectacle est dehors et ensuite parce que c'est la TV locale, alors à moins de parler malais couramment....
Bonjour,
J'ai essayé les 2, mamas et coral view. Ya pas photo, c'est plus propre et plus tranquille au coral, on peut avoir une chambre simple vers 150 rm en discutant un peu. Le ptit dej avant de plonger est pas mal, mais le restau pas terrible.
bon voyage!
Gilles
j'ai vu que vous avez reservé aux hotels de perhentians. Mais lorsque je vais sur le site, il y a outlook qui s'ouvre ( je ne parle pas anglais ). Comment cela s'est passé pour vous. Ils demandent votre numero de carte bleue, vous ne faites qu'une réservation et vous payez sur place ou un accompte. Vous envoie-t-il un justificatif, est-ce le site d'une agence ou directement le site de l'hotel ? Je vous remercie si vous reussissez à répondre à tout cela. Cordialement
nous sommes 5 avec 3 grands enfants et j'hesite pour 4 nuits sur besar en aout entre le tunabay resort et le coral view resort, sachant qu'apparemment les bungalows "sea view" ne sont plus dispos au coral view ;
autre question au coral view : les "suites" sont elles suffisantes pour 5 ou faut il mieux prendre 2 chalets ?
merci d'avance
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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
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).
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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).
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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!
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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.
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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????
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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?
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!
