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Bonsoir à tous,
Quelqu'un pourrait-il m'indiquer où se situent les plus belles plages de Lombok et si vous avez des adresses d'hôtels, elles seront les bienvenues.
Merci
Muriel
Où se situent les plus belles plages de Lombok?
by Murieldu13
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Pour moi, les plus belles plages de Lombok sont aux alentours de Kuta, à l'est comme à l'ouest .
Il y a aussi des plages magnifiques sur la route entre Mangsit et Bangsal ( 4X4 préférable) mais quasi inaccessibles et sans structures hôtelières sauf à Sengigi qui a de très belles plages mais qui est très touristique.
Quand il n'y a pas de solution, c'est qu' il n'y a pas de problème !
Woody Allen
Bonsoir Cescableue,
Merci pour ces renseignements il ne me reste plus qu'à trouver un hôtel trés sympa dans le coin.
Muriel
Bonjour
Tres belle plage a Kuta Lombok mais il faut louer un scoot.
Nous avons dormi au Segare Anak , bungalow neuf 175000r avec petit dej, vous avez aussi des bungalows moins cher.
Je vous conseille d aller manger au petit resto HIDAYAH qui se trouve en face de cet hotel excellent et tres sympa.
Nous etions en indo 2 mois mi oct/ mi dec dernier, nous avons visité Bali Lombok Gili Trawagan et Sulawasi ( pays toraja) .
Si vous avez besoin d info cela sera avec plaisir.
Amicalement
Tres belle plage a Kuta Lombok mais il faut louer un scoot.
Nous avons dormi au Segare Anak , bungalow neuf 175000r avec petit dej, vous avez aussi des bungalows moins cher.
Je vous conseille d aller manger au petit resto HIDAYAH qui se trouve en face de cet hotel excellent et tres sympa.
Nous etions en indo 2 mois mi oct/ mi dec dernier, nous avons visité Bali Lombok Gili Trawagan et Sulawasi ( pays toraja) .
Si vous avez besoin d info cela sera avec plaisir.
Amicalement
Bonjour Lapone,
Merci pour vos précieux conseils. Pourriez-vous me dire combien de temps il faut compter pour descendre sur Kuta Lombok sachant que nous arriverons de Gili par bateau ? En voiture, bien sûr, car avec les bagages le scoot ça ne le fera pas !!!!!! Merci beaucoup pour votre gentillesse Muriel
Merci pour vos précieux conseils. Pourriez-vous me dire combien de temps il faut compter pour descendre sur Kuta Lombok sachant que nous arriverons de Gili par bateau ? En voiture, bien sûr, car avec les bagages le scoot ça ne le fera pas !!!!!! Merci beaucoup pour votre gentillesse Muriel
Je pense que Lapone voulait dire qu'à Lombok, il faut louer un scoot pour aller de plage en page dans les environs😉
Quand il n'y a pas de solution, c'est qu' il n'y a pas de problème !
Woody Allen
J'ai bien compris, je voulais simplement savoir combien de temps il faut compter en voiture pour descendre sur Kuta. Je ne me fie pas aux kilomètres car je m'imagine que les routes ne ressemblent pas à la route 66 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Trés bonne soirée
Je l'ai fait l'été dernier dans l'autre sens en voiture, de mémoire, ça prenait 3 à 4 heures.
La route est superbe sur la côte au sud de Bangsal😉 mais parfois complètement défoncée !
Sur Gili, tu trouveras à chaque pas des propositions de trajets en voiture jusqu'à Kuta.
Quand il n'y a pas de solution, c'est qu' il n'y a pas de problème !
Woody Allen
Pour les plages, ça dépend aussi si tu souhaites te baigner, faire du snorkeling...
Dans les environs de Kuta, les baies sont absolument superbes mais la mer est souvent agitée, et il n'y a pas forcément grand chose à voir sous la surface... Il y a des balades extra à faire le long de la côte vers Tanjung Ann.
Au nord de Senggigi comme l'a mentionné Cescableue un peu plus haut, passé Mangsit il y a une succession de plages magnifiques, certes plus faciles d'accès en scoot ou à pied depuis la route qu'en voiture. Ce sont aussi de super coins pour le snorkeling, on y a d'ailleurs souvent croisé des tortues...
Le top pour la baignade et le snorkeling restant à nos yeux les Gili, et surtout Trawangan 😉 Mais pas vraiment à classer en "plages sauvages et désertes"...
Par contre dans cette rubrique, il y a plein (plein !) de coins perdus à découvrir tout autour de Lombok !
Dans les environs de Kuta, les baies sont absolument superbes mais la mer est souvent agitée, et il n'y a pas forcément grand chose à voir sous la surface... Il y a des balades extra à faire le long de la côte vers Tanjung Ann.
Au nord de Senggigi comme l'a mentionné Cescableue un peu plus haut, passé Mangsit il y a une succession de plages magnifiques, certes plus faciles d'accès en scoot ou à pied depuis la route qu'en voiture. Ce sont aussi de super coins pour le snorkeling, on y a d'ailleurs souvent croisé des tortues...
Le top pour la baignade et le snorkeling restant à nos yeux les Gili, et surtout Trawangan 😉 Mais pas vraiment à classer en "plages sauvages et désertes"...
Par contre dans cette rubrique, il y a plein (plein !) de coins perdus à découvrir tout autour de Lombok !
Bonjour Lapinous,
Et merci pour tes précieux conseils ainsi que tes photos !!!!!!!!!!!!!! sublimes !!!!!!!!!! vivement les vacances. Pour ce qui est des gilis, tu me confortes dans mon choix, nous allons passés 2 nuits à Trawangan. Ce sera super pour le snorkeling !!!!!! Trés bon week-end à vous, Muriel
Et merci pour tes précieux conseils ainsi que tes photos !!!!!!!!!!!!!! sublimes !!!!!!!!!! vivement les vacances. Pour ce qui est des gilis, tu me confortes dans mon choix, nous allons passés 2 nuits à Trawangan. Ce sera super pour le snorkeling !!!!!! Trés bon week-end à vous, Muriel
Hello !
oui pour moi aussi ce serait celles au sud a coté de Kuta...et celle que je préfère est celle à coté de Gerupuk (à l'est de kuta : tanjung aan) voila mon carnet (à la fin) si tu veux quelques tuyaux sur lombok + gili T http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4003418;#4003418
bon voyage !
oui pour moi aussi ce serait celles au sud a coté de Kuta...et celle que je préfère est celle à coté de Gerupuk (à l'est de kuta : tanjung aan) voila mon carnet (à la fin) si tu veux quelques tuyaux sur lombok + gili T http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4003418;#4003418
bon voyage !
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Bonjour à tous,
Réponse un peu tardive, mais ça peut toujours aider quelqu'un...
Les plages autour de Kuta sont fantastiques, il faut effectivement louer un scooter ou un 4x4 pour y accéder. Si vous êtes en famille (avec enfants), je connais quelqu'un de super qui à un 4x4 et qui peut vous faire visiter les environs. Prix à négocier avec lui. Il fait aussi les tranports vers/de Mataram, Senggigi et autres. Vous trouverez Andy au restaurant Ilalang dans Kuta même, au bout de la route du bord de mer (où se trouvent les petites échoppes, la majorité des hôtels et restaurants), en direction du Novotel. C'est l'avant dernier restau, Mia, sa femme, en est la propriétaire et Andy fait aussi la cuisine. Soit dit-en passant leur poisson grillé est fabuleux, à un prix raisonnable et la vue sur la mer est superbe. Ils ont une carte complète de plats typiques et pas chers. Endroit super calme (terrasse refaite à neuf en bois et feuilles de palmes sèches) , qualité de la nourriture excellente et couple charmant pour l'accueil...que demander de mieux.
Vous pouvez joindre Andy par email : is_mia@ymail.com Ou sur portable : + 62 81917285089 Portable de Mia au cas ou: + 62 87864116499 Ils parlent anglais.
Ce sont des gens adorables qui nous ont donné des coups de mains quand on en avait besoin, sans jamais rien nous demander en retour...ce qui est plutôt rare de nos jours. Ils ne sont pas riches et travaillent dur pour s'en sortir. Merci donc d'utiliser ces coordonnées à bon escient.
N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour plus d'infos sur Lombok et Kuta...
Bon séjour à Kuta!!!
Une petite photo de la vue de la terrasse d'Ilalang
Réponse un peu tardive, mais ça peut toujours aider quelqu'un...
Les plages autour de Kuta sont fantastiques, il faut effectivement louer un scooter ou un 4x4 pour y accéder. Si vous êtes en famille (avec enfants), je connais quelqu'un de super qui à un 4x4 et qui peut vous faire visiter les environs. Prix à négocier avec lui. Il fait aussi les tranports vers/de Mataram, Senggigi et autres. Vous trouverez Andy au restaurant Ilalang dans Kuta même, au bout de la route du bord de mer (où se trouvent les petites échoppes, la majorité des hôtels et restaurants), en direction du Novotel. C'est l'avant dernier restau, Mia, sa femme, en est la propriétaire et Andy fait aussi la cuisine. Soit dit-en passant leur poisson grillé est fabuleux, à un prix raisonnable et la vue sur la mer est superbe. Ils ont une carte complète de plats typiques et pas chers. Endroit super calme (terrasse refaite à neuf en bois et feuilles de palmes sèches) , qualité de la nourriture excellente et couple charmant pour l'accueil...que demander de mieux.
Vous pouvez joindre Andy par email : is_mia@ymail.com Ou sur portable : + 62 81917285089 Portable de Mia au cas ou: + 62 87864116499 Ils parlent anglais.
Ce sont des gens adorables qui nous ont donné des coups de mains quand on en avait besoin, sans jamais rien nous demander en retour...ce qui est plutôt rare de nos jours. Ils ne sont pas riches et travaillent dur pour s'en sortir. Merci donc d'utiliser ces coordonnées à bon escient.
N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour plus d'infos sur Lombok et Kuta...
Bon séjour à Kuta!!!
Une petite photo de la vue de la terrasse d'Ilalang
Et si on partait ?
bonjour
Les plus belles plages n'ont pas d'hôtel, et ne figurent dans aucun guide. Elles se dévoilent aux voyageurs qui prennent le temps de s'aventurer sur les petites routes défoncées de la côte sud... 🙂
Les plus belles plages n'ont pas d'hôtel, et ne figurent dans aucun guide. Elles se dévoilent aux voyageurs qui prennent le temps de s'aventurer sur les petites routes défoncées de la côte sud... 🙂
Salut Loic...
Cette fois te mégottes plus... T'envoyes direct du lourd!!!
NB :Mais tu n'as pas mis les adresses... he he he Elles ne resteraient pas longtemps calmes et desertes les magnifiques plages de 😉 et de 😏
Cette fois te mégottes plus... T'envoyes direct du lourd!!!
NB :Mais tu n'as pas mis les adresses... he he he Elles ne resteraient pas longtemps calmes et desertes les magnifiques plages de 😉 et de 😏
Tidak kenal, maka tidak sayang
Mais tu n'as pas mis les adresses... he he he
Hé non, toutes les belles choses doivent se mériter 😉 Même après 8 voyages à Lombok, j'en trouve encore des nouvelles... même par chez toi je suis sûr qu'il m'en manque 😎
Hé non, toutes les belles choses doivent se mériter 😉 Même après 8 voyages à Lombok, j'en trouve encore des nouvelles... même par chez toi je suis sûr qu'il m'en manque 😎
Pour information, par décision du gourverneur de NTB, toutes les gargottes provisoires de bambou ou de bois du bord de mer doivent avoir déménagé d'ici la fin de l'année. Un espace leur a été réservé dans l'intérieur des terres. La plage sera donc vierge de toute construction, jusqu'à l'arrivée de nouveaux investisseurs. Le marché a déjà déménagé du centre du village. Le village va changer de physionomie et la région aussi.
Oui, et dans d'autres endroits que je connais, un village entier (mosquée comprise) a été rasé et apparemment les habitants (qui certes squattaient un terrain appartenant à une société Indonésienne) ont été priés de se démerder sans compensation pour se reloger.
Je vois les terrains en vente sur des sites internet... le prix sont en millions de dollar, ils ne cherchent que des gros investisseurs...
Belle région mais battue par des vents forts une bonne partie de l'année, vague non surfable et mer agitée à marée haute... c'est pas encore vendu 😉
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Size: 300.000 m²
Area: zone infestée de pirates
Price: US$3.000.000, -
Status: Certificated (Hak Milik) with rights for touristic use.
Conditions: Lombok's most amazing beach . Around 1 km beachfront and a 35m high cliff with 360°view. xxx min from the new international airport and around xxx km by air from Kuta Lombok! Chance to take over a whole hotel project including planning, calculations and drafts!
Infrastructure: Road access, water from well, power must be generated. communication via mobile possible.
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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
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
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 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! !