je me marie le 11 avril in cha allah, et nous avons prevu de partir en malaisie pendant 2 semaines... du 11 avril au 26 avril...
nous hésitons quant à la destinantion LANKAWI OU LES PERENTHIANS?
1)quel est l'endroit avec le meilleur climat pour profiter du soleil et du bronzage?
2) ou sont les plus belles plages? a langkawi ou perenthian?
3) on m a dit que l on pouvait être emener dans une ile deserte et y rester seul avec son epouse est-ce vrai? si oui bienvenue au temoignage explicite!
( etant de confession musulmane ma femme porte le voile )
4) est-il possible de faire les 2 en 15 jours?
5) est ce que ca vaut le coup de finir 3 jours a kuala lumpur?
Réponse sur la base de mer recherches et lectures....Les Perhentians font l'unanimité. Langkawi ne dispose par d'une eau si transparente que cela il semble.
Je te confirmerai cela à mon retour...
Indyia,
Tes photos des perhentians m'intéressent si la proposition me m'être adressée...
Merci!!
ayadif😉
Les vacances, le voyage, ma famille ... et les fonds marins!
S'il faut choisir ? les Perhentians, sans hésiter. :)
Dépendant de la fréquence de visite des plages et du nombre de touristes, tu peux effectivement te retrouver seul à certains moment de la journée par exemple sur sur cette plage en attach (je ne me souviens plus du nom exact) à Pulau Besar, la plus grande des 2 iles.
En avril, c'est la meilleure période, ensoleillée avec très peu de touristes.
Langkawi, c'est plus grand, les plages sont moins belles mais il y a plus d'activités qu'aux Perhentians.
à Langkawi, tu peux accéder en SpeadBoat( + - 45 minutes ) à Koh Lipe, une sublimisime petite île en Thaillande avec ses plages desertiques. Cette île est peu connue, mais ca vaut le coup d'y aller surtout si tu es à Langkawi.
Oui, il est possible de faire les 2 en 15 jours sans problèmes.
3 jours à Kuala quand on a que 15 jours, c'est un peu trop...
cela dit est il préférable de commencer par langkawi... et puis de la bas on m'a dit qu'il était possible de prendre un car de nuit pour se rendre a kota bahru puis de la a kota besar avant de prendre le bateau pour les iles perhenthian?
l'as peut être déjà fait?
ko lipe en thailande ca m interesse...
faut seulemnt si ca te derange pas de me donner un peu plus d info...
style le depart de langkawi? besoin de visa? l ile dispose -t-elle de bosn hotels?
sinon y t il des iles désertes ou il est possible de s'évader en mode tourteraux lol?
Merci mon voyage approche il faut vite que je me decide...
Tout d'abord toutes mes félicitations pour ton mariage !
En ce qui concerne une ile tranquile : aux perenthians tu peux demander aux taxi-boat de t'emmener sur des iles desertes
Ma soeur porte le hijab et a pu nager sans son voile la bas ! idem à Tioman
Par contre 3 jours à KL ça dépend ce q tu veux faire la bas, nous on est resté q 2j et ça nous a suffit
ma femme aussi porte le voile donc si tu pourrais avoir plus de précision du comment faire pour se rendre dans une ile deserte au perenthian...
a qu faudra s'addresser?
si elle peut te donner le nom de bons hotels...
dansquelle ile au perenthian a t elle séjournée? a besar? ou a kecil?
la quelle est la meilleur?
je pars début mai en malaisie avec mon mari et ma fille de 17 mois je voulais savoir si sur les Iles perenthianes il y'a risque de paludisme, nous irons dans un chalet en bord de mer; je suis tres inquietes pour ma fille; y'a t ils des personnes qui ont deja ete la bas avec bébés, j'ai appelé l'office du tourisme qui m' a dit qu il n'y avait pas de risque sur les plages c 'est plus dans les foret; qui peux me donner des infos elles son les bienvenues 😮 Merci
Bonjour,
J'ai été avec ma fille en Fév, Mars. Elle avait 17 mois et pas de palu, je ne lui ai pas fait faire de vaccins spécifiques. Tu peux partir en toute confiance, un conseil achéte tt en ville: couche, lait, coton y a de grand supermarché comme en France. Sur l'île moins facile de s'approvisionner.
Je vous souhaite de bonnes vacances!!!!
Salam
Félicitations, et nchallah tout se passera à merveille.
Je ferai la même chose en Juillet, donc le peu d'infos que j'ai sont des itinéraires, autres que les îles. Le lien suivant donne un exemple de trajet organisé par une agence de voyage que j'ai trouvé sur internet, certaines sont choses sont intéressantes c'est sûr :
Programme L A M A L A I S I E ETE 2009
KUALA LUMPUR 4 Nuits / L'île de PINANG 3 Nuits / GENTING 2 Nuits
JOUR 02 Arrivée à l’aéroport de KUALA LAMPUR, regroupement puis transfert vers l’hôtel de KUALA LAMPUR. Attribution des chambres et après midi libre. JOUR 03 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, Départ en excursion: Tour de ville de KUALA, visite du PALAIS ROYAL, Palais du SOLTAN ABDESSAMED avec son architecture, la mosquée JAMK. Les Tours célèbres de KUALA LUMPUR : PETRONAS ; le plus haut tours du monde : 452m, le centre des artisanats Malysiennes, la GARE de KUALA… ( option )Retour à l’hôtel. JOUR 04 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel – Départ vers les TWIN TOWERS de PETRONAS, montée et découverte (option). shopping dans le centre commercial de MID VALLEY. JOUR 05 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, Départ pour passer une Journée libre de shopping au centre ville de KUALA LUMPUR. Le soir départ pour dîner à MANARA KUALA LUMPUR (Venez toucher le ciel) 276 Mètre de hauteur. (Options) JOUR 06 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, départ vers GENTING HIGHLANDS(1H45) arrivée à l’hôtel first world le plus grand hôtel au monde, installation dans les chambres et l’après midi au téléphériques SKY WAY pour une promenade au dessus de la grande foret de GENTING. Puis visite de FIRST WORLD PLAZA. retour à l’hôtel. ( option ) JOUR 07 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, passer une journée entière dans le parc d’attraction ( THEME PARK ), retour à l’hôtel. JOUR 08 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, départ vers l’aéroport de KUALA LAMPUR pour aller à l’île de LANGKAWI, Arrivée et transfert directement à l’hôtel, attribution des chambres. JOUR 09
Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, passer toute la journée à l’hôtel. JOUR 10 Petit déjeuner à l’hôtel, départ en excursion dans une autre île pour passer toute la journée en DIVING et en SWIMMING avec des professionnels, déjeuner sur place et l’après midi retour à l’hôtel. ( option ) JOUR 11 Matinée libre à l’hôtel, Départ vers l’aéroport LANGKAWI pour aller à KUALA LAMPUR Félicitations
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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!
Cette ville a été mille fois racontées mais jamais de cette façon impertinente.
Oser parachuter Christian Lacroix, ses arlésiennes, ses boléros, ses matadors et le baroque de sa Camargue natale en plein cœur de Hoi An, il fallait oser le parallèle.
I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling.
For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees?
We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo.
Thanks for your tips and help!
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
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! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
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).
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
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 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.
