Hôtels à Bira (Sulawesi)?
by Floxi64
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjour, nous cherchons un hotel sur Bira, pres de la plage.
Nous voyageons avec deux enfants en bas age ( 3 et 4 ans) et avons donc besoin d'un minimum de confort pour eux!!! ( et pour nous aussi du coup)
merci de me faire partager vos adresses si vous en avez!
😏
Bira c'est minuscule, donc une fois sur place vous trouverez de suite le lieu de vie qui vous convient : allez visiter le chantier naval, construction de bateaux bugis + une eau turquoise
le Sulawesi c'est superbe ! tout comme Florès ! tout comme ... tout comme ... l'Indonésie est immense !
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Bonjour FLOXI64
Nous étions a Bira en mai dernier, la plage est super surtout pour les enfants avec un sable si fin qu'on dirait de la farine, nous étions au Bira beach directement au bord de mer c'est vrais mais bungalows vraiment très sommaire et d'une propreté douteuse , un service inexistant en 4 jours pas une seule fois on nous a fait la chambre. Il faut aussi éviter le week-end
Nous avons rencontré des gens qui étaient dans un autre pas très loin du Bira Beach neuf et bien d'après eux mais malheureusement moi aussi j'ai oublier son nom.
A ne pas rater le chantier naval , construction de Buggis, voir les pêcheurs le matin débarquer le poisson sur la plage et bien sur faire des excursions sur d'autres iles.
Bonjour
😏 La nuit a été bénéfique, je me souviens du nom de l'hotel c'est le ANDA BUNGALOW à environ 50 ou 60 mètres de la plage.
Bonjour FLOXI64
Nous étions a Bira en mai dernier, la plage est super surtout pour les enfants avec un sable si fin qu'on dirait de la farine, nous étions au Bira beach directement au bord de mer c'est vrais mais bungalows vraiment très sommaire et d'une propreté douteuse , un service inexistant en 4 jours pas une seule fois on nous a fait la chambre. Il faut aussi éviter le week-end
Nous avons rencontré des gens qui étaient dans un autre pas très loin du Bira Beach neuf et bien d'après eux mais malheureusement moi aussi j'ai oublier son nom.
A ne pas rater le chantier naval , construction de Buggis, voir les pêcheurs le matin débarquer le poisson sur la plage et bien sur faire des excursions sur d'autres iles.
Bonjour,
Avez vous poussé plus loin sur les îles au Sud de Bira ?
merci
Bonjour,
Avez vous poussé plus loin sur les îles au Sud de Bira ?
merci
Thailande, Maldives, Malaisie péninsulaire et Sabah, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Moluques, Egypte, Sumatra. Archipel de Takabonerate l'été dernier.
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Malheureusement non par manque de temps, car nous venions du pays toraja que je vous conseille d'ailleurs!
bonjour ! peux-tu nous rappeler les noms de ces îles stp 🙂
"pendant un instant l'usage des yeux : la lecture du monde. italo Calvino "Paroles de voyageurs" si tu n'as pas étudié, voyage".
@ Eliade : Zut, j'ai oublié 😏 😛
Merci Lyance pour ta réponse 🙂
Merci Lyance pour ta réponse 🙂
Thailande, Maldives, Malaisie péninsulaire et Sabah, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Moluques, Egypte, Sumatra. Archipel de Takabonerate l'été dernier.
www.voyagefamille.net
Voyagefamille.net
Yann, je suis allée sur ton site : j'M ! j'ai ressorti ma carte de l'Indonésie ! à +
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Bjr
Ma réponse va peut être tardive ! je reviens de sulawesi (3 semaines) . Et à Bira je suis allé au Sunshine. Simple mais confortable, (eau chaude !! ) et surtout une équipe très sympathique. Seul Amir, le boss, parle un anglais "complet".
D'autres infos ?? où le trouver ?? A votre dispo ?
T.
Vise à être happiness provider
bonjour, je frequente regulierement Bira depuis de nombreuses annees et voudrais poster une petite mise a jour relative aux hebergements
- la guesthouse 'sunshine' (qui etait anciennement Nini's place et avant cela Riswan guesthouse) n'est plus du tout aussi sympa qu'elle etait.
Le dernier proprietaire est decede il y a quelques mois et depuis le service est deplorable. Le pdj est insipide au possible et le meme tous les jours. Les chambres sont faites parfois entre deux clients....
Et tout cela ne vaut le prix demande par chambre 90000 rp en simple ou en double c'est le meme prix...
Il existe par contre, une nouvelle guesthouse (plutot luxe celle ci0 sur la plage suivante de Bara beach, qui devait plaire a ceux qui recherchent un confort certain
Sinon pour les routards, optez pour Anda Bungalow ou Riswan Bungalow. Salassa guesthouse est tres basique, mais aussi bien moins chere.
La plage elle est magnifique magnifique, les gens adorables....apres tout, le reste est secondaire, non ?
Il existe par contre, une nouvelle guesthouse (plutot luxe celle ci0 sur la plage suivante de Bara beach, qui devait plaire a ceux qui recherchent un confort certain
Sinon pour les routards, optez pour Anda Bungalow ou Riswan Bungalow. Salassa guesthouse est tres basique, mais aussi bien moins chere.
La plage elle est magnifique magnifique, les gens adorables....apres tout, le reste est secondaire, non ?
ramramindia
Je reactualise a mon tour.
Nini a repris possession des lieux et la guesthouse est bien tenue. Le tarif est maintenant de 120000 rp incluant un petit dej complet. C est un peu cher si on se base sur les chambres basiques mais c est propre et il y a une super vue (contrairement aux autres adresses bon marche)
Sinon Salasa propose des chambre a 70000. Erik et sa femme parlent anglais et sont tres sympa. Leur restaurant est le meilleur du village.
Sinon Salasa propose des chambre a 70000. Erik et sa femme parlent anglais et sont tres sympa. Leur restaurant est le meilleur du village.
Je reactualise a mon tour.
Nini a repris possession des lieux et la guesthouse est bien tenue. Le tarif est maintenant de 120000 rp incluant un petit dej complet. C est un peu cher si on se base sur les chambres basiques mais c est propre et il y a une super vue (contrairement aux autres adresses bon marche)
Sinon Salasa propose des chambre a 70000. Erik et sa femme parlent anglais et sont tres sympa. Leur restaurant est le meilleur du village.
bonjour, le prix est par personne ou pour une chambre double? faut-il reserver ? Peut-on louer un scooter ou moto et a quel prix?
nous allons en sept oct pour 3 sem dans cette region.nous atterrissons a makassar(2jours) et comptons nous poser a bira et aux alentours(1semaine), longer la cote, et ensuite remonter vers rantepao. est-ce bien bira pour le snorkelling? auriez-vous des conseils pour promener dans cette region et des adresses de losmen sympas. J'ai note ceux que vous suggeriez a bira 😉
Sinon Salasa propose des chambre a 70000. Erik et sa femme parlent anglais et sont tres sympa. Leur restaurant est le meilleur du village.
bonjour, le prix est par personne ou pour une chambre double? faut-il reserver ? Peut-on louer un scooter ou moto et a quel prix?
nous allons en sept oct pour 3 sem dans cette region.nous atterrissons a makassar(2jours) et comptons nous poser a bira et aux alentours(1semaine), longer la cote, et ensuite remonter vers rantepao. est-ce bien bira pour le snorkelling? auriez-vous des conseils pour promener dans cette region et des adresses de losmen sympas. J'ai note ceux que vous suggeriez a bira 😉
cocobouss
Bonjour,
Je viens juste de prendre connaissance de votre message. Pour le snorkeling Bira ne vaut pas les Togian mais il y a moyen de passer une journée sympa sur la petite ile en face même si par endroit le corail est assez abimé. J'ai cru comprendre il y avait de bons spots de snorkeling sur l'Ile de Selayar mais je n'y suis pas allé. Pour la moto, j'ai le souvenir qu'un des voyageurs que j'avais rencontré en avait loué une. En principe il suffit de trouver quelqu'un disposé à louer la sienne. A Sulawesi les prix sont souvent plus élevés qu'ailleurs en Indonésie. Aux alentours de 60000-70000 rp la journée. Sinon évitez le week-end à Bira. Des hordes de makassarais débarquent et c'est nettement moins tranquille.
Dans la région j'ai passé une nuit à Bulukumba (aucun interêt) car je ne pouvais faire autrement. Et je suis remonté vers Rantepao via Sengkeng. La petite ballade sur le lac était sympa au contraire de l'hôtel ou j'avais échoué. Donc malheureusement pas de bonne adresse à vous fournir.
Je viens juste de prendre connaissance de votre message. Pour le snorkeling Bira ne vaut pas les Togian mais il y a moyen de passer une journée sympa sur la petite ile en face même si par endroit le corail est assez abimé. J'ai cru comprendre il y avait de bons spots de snorkeling sur l'Ile de Selayar mais je n'y suis pas allé. Pour la moto, j'ai le souvenir qu'un des voyageurs que j'avais rencontré en avait loué une. En principe il suffit de trouver quelqu'un disposé à louer la sienne. A Sulawesi les prix sont souvent plus élevés qu'ailleurs en Indonésie. Aux alentours de 60000-70000 rp la journée. Sinon évitez le week-end à Bira. Des hordes de makassarais débarquent et c'est nettement moins tranquille.
Dans la région j'ai passé une nuit à Bulukumba (aucun interêt) car je ne pouvais faire autrement. Et je suis remonté vers Rantepao via Sengkeng. La petite ballade sur le lac était sympa au contraire de l'hôtel ou j'avais échoué. Donc malheureusement pas de bonne adresse à vous fournir.
bonjour fabrice,
merci pour tes reponses🙂
pour rejoindre les togians , il faut compter combien de temps depuis bira en sachant que nous voulons faire aussi le pays toraja?(à l'aller ou de retour?)
cdt
cocobouss
En réponse à certaines questions.
L'île en face de Bira est assez petite. Le snorkeling était très correct. Attention aux courants. Avoir des palmes est une bonne idée.
Sur Selayar les plages décrites comme étant belles sont assez encombrées de détritus. Les hôtels à Benteng sont assez nuls. Les restos encore plus. La ville est cependant assez sympa. L'île en face de la ville est très sympa, mais mon séjour à l'hôtel m'a un peu calmé sur mes envies de visiter l'île. Il y a un Gh sur la côte est, mais quand nous y étions en septembre il était fermé.
IUl y a de superbes plages désertes à l'est de Bira.
Le problème et l'avantage c'est qu'elles sont désertes. Aucun hébergement, aucun resto.
Les puristes pourront rétorquer que c'est super.
On peut y aller en bemo.
Je conduisais mon véhicule et c'est plutôt sympa.
Bira Rantepao Toggian.
Avec ma voiture j'étais passé par Tempe puis Rantepao en une journée. Avec les bus, on doit mettre aussi une journée. Rantepao -Ampana. on doit pouvoir mettre une journée. Puis 4-6 heures pour aller aux Toggian.
Mais c'est dommage de ne pas rester 2-3 jours à Tentena pour profiter du coin et du lac Poso. Si c'est calme, le lac Poso mérite bien 2-36 jours.
L'île en face de Bira est assez petite. Le snorkeling était très correct. Attention aux courants. Avoir des palmes est une bonne idée.
Sur Selayar les plages décrites comme étant belles sont assez encombrées de détritus. Les hôtels à Benteng sont assez nuls. Les restos encore plus. La ville est cependant assez sympa. L'île en face de la ville est très sympa, mais mon séjour à l'hôtel m'a un peu calmé sur mes envies de visiter l'île. Il y a un Gh sur la côte est, mais quand nous y étions en septembre il était fermé.
IUl y a de superbes plages désertes à l'est de Bira.
Le problème et l'avantage c'est qu'elles sont désertes. Aucun hébergement, aucun resto.
Les puristes pourront rétorquer que c'est super.
On peut y aller en bemo.
Je conduisais mon véhicule et c'est plutôt sympa.
Bira Rantepao Toggian.
Avec ma voiture j'étais passé par Tempe puis Rantepao en une journée. Avec les bus, on doit mettre aussi une journée. Rantepao -Ampana. on doit pouvoir mettre une journée. Puis 4-6 heures pour aller aux Toggian.
Mais c'est dommage de ne pas rester 2-3 jours à Tentena pour profiter du coin et du lac Poso. Si c'est calme, le lac Poso mérite bien 2-36 jours.
Je suis rentrée avant hier des Sulawesi. Je suis passée par Bira. Puis route vers le pays Toraja en repassant par Macassar, avec Éric le proprio du salasa restau et guest house, on a réserver le transport avec un couple rencontré à Bira pour réduire les frais. À Macassar on a pris un bus de nuit avec bintang prima, face au Maull MTos Ramayana. d'après notre guide de rantepao, il faut une 20 aine d'heures pour rejoindre Ampana de rantepao. Puis ensuite attendre le ferry ce qui peut demander plusieurs jours d'après un couple d'allemand qui lui a attendu 3 jours. Nous avons du renoncer aux togians, il ne nous restait plus assez de temps. Le pays Toraja est absolument à faire. On a logé au duta88 cottage. Le cadre est sympa, mais les guides y sont un peu pressant pour vendre leur prestation. Pour ma part je ne me suis pas senti à l'aise avec eux. On a donc cherche un guide à l'extérieur. On a trouve Makus Bagus au Bagus tourist info. Super. Il ne parle pas français mais un anglais facile à comprendre et nous a super bien explique les coutumes du pays. Il est Toraja et nous a emmené dans son village, faire un tour dans les rizières, aux funérailles il a été parfait. Il super gentil. Il loue aussi des motos.
Il est facile à trouve, près du mart'scafe face au terrain de foot. On lui a laissé notre assimil français indonésien pour qu'il apprenne quelques mots usuels. Voilà j'espère que çÀ pourra t'aider, de toute façon les distances sont très longues et les routes je te laisse la surprise.les Sulawesi j'ai trouve ça fantastique et les gens supers. Je garde les togians en réserve pour mon prochain voyage.
C'est vrai qu'au Duta 88, les guides mettent un peu la pression. Malheureusement, c'est comme cela dans pas mal de Gh.
Le Duta est toutefois pas trop mal.
Près du centre, propre, avec un petit ( très petit jardin.
En ce qui concerne les 20 heures de trajet entre Rantepao et Ampana, cela me semble énorme. Mais j'ai fait ce trajet avec mon véhicule perso. Je l'ai fait en empruntant la rive ouest du lac Poso ( superbe par endroits ) et souvent les ponts se résumaient à deux planches. Apparemment plus belle que la rive est, qui est souvent loin du lac. Parfois, je pétais de trouille quand ma femme déplaçait des planches pour les caler sous mes roues lors du passage d'un pont au dessus de la rivière.
L'hotel Ramayana Satrya était assez bien. Les chambres sur la rue étaient un peu bruyantes le matin.
Si il n'y a pas de ferry public, vous pouvez toujours prendre un speedboat ( plus cher et souvent affilié à un hotel ) qui va à Bomba ou à Wakaï. Une des solutions est aussi d'aller au Marina Cottages ( un peu à l'écart du centre ville ) et de demander un speedboat si il n'y a pas de public boat dans l'immédiat.
En ce qui concerne les 20 heures de trajet entre Rantepao et Ampana, cela me semble énorme. Mais j'ai fait ce trajet avec mon véhicule perso. Je l'ai fait en empruntant la rive ouest du lac Poso ( superbe par endroits ) et souvent les ponts se résumaient à deux planches. Apparemment plus belle que la rive est, qui est souvent loin du lac. Parfois, je pétais de trouille quand ma femme déplaçait des planches pour les caler sous mes roues lors du passage d'un pont au dessus de la rivière.
L'hotel Ramayana Satrya était assez bien. Les chambres sur la rue étaient un peu bruyantes le matin.
Si il n'y a pas de ferry public, vous pouvez toujours prendre un speedboat ( plus cher et souvent affilié à un hotel ) qui va à Bomba ou à Wakaï. Une des solutions est aussi d'aller au Marina Cottages ( un peu à l'écart du centre ville ) et de demander un speedboat si il n'y a pas de public boat dans l'immédiat.
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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
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
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!
Hi there,
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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! :-)
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!







