Bonjour
Nous préparons un voyage au Vietnam et Laos et nous voulons faire un peu de balnéaire à la fin de notre périple.
Nous voulons un lieu un peu sauvage, que nous conseillez vous entre Quy NHon ou Phu Quoc?
Et il manque une donnée importante, à quelle saison?
En effet, je ne recommande pas la même plage, selon les différentes saisons.
Du Nord au Sud, il y de magnifiques plages très peu connues.
A Qui Nhon et dans le Centre littoral, les baignades ne sont pas recommandées d'Octobre à fin Mars.
A Quan lan au Nord de la Baie d'Halong, c'est recommandé en période d'été.
A Phu Quôc, c'est de Novembre à Fin Avril.
Ce n'est pas exactement dans Qui Nhon que vous trouvez une belle plage. Il faut prendre une embarcation au vieux port pour aller en face et se dirriger par rapport à la statue de Trân Hung Dao. La petite plage se trouve en contrebas, c'est difficile pour la trouver, et il faut être convaincu que ça existe pour oser y aller.
Une immense plage de sable blanc se trouve à quelques km au Sud de Qui Nhon, il y a 2 péages pour y aller. Demander qu'on vous indique la direction de l'ancienne léproserie. Il n'y a pas de logement sur plage.
Voir les petites vignettes jointes.
Plus près de Sông Câu à une trentaine de km de Qui Nhon, il y a une belle plage avec un resort de luxe.
Le plus intéressant, j'organise un séjour d'une semaine de plage sur des plages paradisiaques au Viêtnam durant le mois de Juillet, la date sera à retenir parmi les avis des participants. Il y aura sans doute le membre nnthanh, le roi de Koh Phi Phi.
Elles sont inconnues de tous, je les ai photographiées il y a à peine un mois, et je viens d'apprendre que les premiers coups de pioche ont commencé pour implanter des resorts de 5 étoiles dont les travaux seront finis en 2012.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Bonjour ,
Quy Nhon est située dans une jolie baie , il y a une plage pas mal à l'entrée sud de la ville , acces payant . Je ne connais pas Phu quoc . En ayant vu des photos de celle-ci je vous conseille plutot cette ile .
Sinon au Nord de Nha Trang se trouve une peninsule sauvage que Ottlnpac pourra vous decrire mieux que moi .
😏bonjour
Au fil des années nous voyons phy quoc devenir de moins en moins "sauvage" C'est à notre avis un peu n'importe quoi. Nous y sommes allés 3 fois mais cette année nous avons décidé que c'était la dernière fois.
Nous avons aussi pratiqué con dao alors là il n'y a encore personne et des ballades à faire mais le village est militarisé et très triste.
Bon voyage et vous verrez le Laos est splendide !
Pascale
Bonjour
Merci pour toutes ces infos.
Nous partons en février-mars, donc apparemment l'ile de Phu Quoc est la plus adaptée. D'après ce que nous avons lu, il y a quand meme pas mal de choses a voir sur cette ile, la foret, réserve naturelle, les ports de peche, la peche...
Abalone: Les photos sont prises à quel endroit? C'est superbe....mais en juillet nous ne pourrons pas être là.
C'est sur que le coté sauvage se perd au fil du temps mais il semblerait qu'il y ait plein de choses a faire la bas. ballades, pêche...
Nous restons 8 jours au Laos, je pense que ca va etre super.
Pour un premier voyage en Asie nous ne pouvons pas tout faire malheureusement....
Abalone: Les photos sont prises à quel endroit? C'est superbe....mais en juillet nous ne pourrons pas être là.
Les petites photos jointes en vignette sont prises en face du centre ville de Qui Nhon pour les 2 premières, et à 2 km de l'extremité Sud de Qui Nhon pour les 2 dernières.
La grande photo jointe se trouve au Sud de Nha Trang, je n'ai pas envie d'en parler pour le moment, je veux que les participants de Juillet prochains publient eux-mêmes.
En venant sur VF en 2005, j'ai été très en colère de lire qu'il n'y a pas de belles plages au Viêtnam, et pourtant je me souviens qu'à l'âge de 10 ans, je me suis bien nagé dedans et que cela m'est gravé dans la mémoire. Ce n'est qu'après avoir parcouru presque toutes les plages de Phu Quôc jusqu'à Quan Lan que je les ai retrouvées intactes, sauvages, sans l'ombre d'un habitant et il y en a une dizaine comme cela réparties sur environ 30 km, bien dissimulées et entrecoupées par des avancées rocheuses dans la mer.
Phu Quôc recèle également de très jolies plages, mais l'eau n'est pas aussi limpide sauf dans les iles où l'on fait de la plongée et du snorkeling et ce n'est pas encore exploité touristiquement parlant: pas d'hôtels, pas de restaurant, pas de bar, pas de filles en string🙂
La longue plage Sud-Ouest de Phu Quôc est parsemée de resorts et d'hôtels qui se touchent, le sable est jaune doré comme à Phuket, l'eau est plus claire, et on s'ennuie moins dans la soirée.
La location d'une moto permet de s'élancer sur les routes peu fréquentées, surtout si l'on va vers le Nord, on roule sur de la terre quelquefois défoncée par les camions des travaux publiques et l'on a l'impression de faire des rallyes des formules grand tourisme.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Moi je te conseille l ile de Cham au large de Hoi An.
Voila 1 an, cette ile a ete demilitarise et s est ouverte au tourisme.
Donc pour l instant tres peu de touriste meme si ca ne devrait pas tarder, 2 villages de pecheurs, des homestays pour passer la nuit et des repas en famille.
Des plages de reves, la jungle et les singes...
Tu as certainement raison, je ne connais pas le temps qu il y fera en fevrier j y suis alle au mois d aout.
Mais vu que personne avait cite cette ile dans cette discussion jusque la, je me suis dit que c etait bien d'en parler. Pour les internautes qui nous liront.
vu que personne avait cite cette ile dans cette discussion jusque la, je me suis dit que c etait bien d'en parler
Je crois que l'on doit se mettre d'accord une fois pour toute🙂
Il faut répondre à la question qui est posée par un VFiste et arrêter de balancer des noms d'agence, de guesthouse, etc... et en l'occurence des plages de l'archipel Cu Lao Cham.
J'en ai fait plein de messages sur Cu Lao Cham, avec plein d'info, illustrées de photo. Si je dois tout citer, quelque soit la question posée, ce sera à chaque fois un bouquin qu'il faut.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Profitez bien de Phu Quoc, c'est encore une île formidable !!!...
"encore", car je pense que dans une petite dizaine d'années, on pourra l'appeler "Pata Quoc", une espèce de Pataya à la sauce vietnamienne... (donc un peu moins épicée...) 😮😮😕
En parlant d'épices, profitez-en pour ramener du POIVRE de Phu Quoc. Ecxellent !!! 😉
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Je mettrai quelques photos un peu plus tard.
Pour les adresses il n y en a pas. A toi de te debrouiller pour dormir chez des gens qui te loueront une chambre.
Ce sera de toute facon tres simple.
Je donne juste le lieu d un endroit que j ai apprecie au vietnam, contrairement a toi qui passe plus pour une agence de tourisme. Tu devrais juste balancer l adresse de ton blog ça t eviterait de repondre a des imbeciles comme moi.Ou peut etre que tu devrais changer de pays tu as l air de tout connaitre.
Enfin de toute façon, ce n est pas toi qui pose la question donc je ne vois pas pourquoi tu te permets de critiquer ma reponse.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Pourquoi ne pas aller la ou le Commandant Cousteau a eu la revelation de la plongee alors qu il etait jeune officier cartographe ? Aller la ou il y a le seul etablissement classe reserve marine au Vietnam parce qu il contribue au developpement et a la protection des especes marines. Etablissement situee sur une ile sauvage ou vivent de nombreux oiseaux, cervides et autres poules sauvages. Lieu ou de mars a avril on peut apercevoir des baleines.
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Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there, we’re landing at Hanoi Airport and would like to head straight to Cao Bang without going into Hanoi. Does anyone know if there are buses that go directly from the airport to Cao Bang (especially in the early afternoon)? Thanks in advance!
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!
hi everyone,
I want to travel in the north for 3 weeks in September-October 2026 to meet ethnic minorities, photograph mountain rice terraces and their harvest, and revisit Halong Bay—but maybe Lan Ha Bay instead. Can you recommend one or more local agencies?
Thanks, and happy holidays!
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
Dormir chez les Lolos Noirs sans guideFR
Un mois au Vietnam, des montagnes du nord au delta du MékongFR
De Hô-Chi-Minh au Cambodge via le MékongFR
Le Tonkin, une région superbe et accueillanteFR
22 jours au VietnamFR
Découverte des ethnies minoritaires du nord du VietnamFR
Il est grand temps de rallumer les étoiles! (Vietnam)FR
