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ne pas oublier, de faire votre loy, ce 24 novembre,
svp en choisir un degradable, , 😉
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Ne pas oublier le Loy Krathong en Thaïlande
by Thuan
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Suksan wan Loy Kratong tu khun,
et n'oublier pas de faire des vœux
et n'oublier pas de faire des vœux
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
Hello khun Thuan,
Sawatdee Pimai krap !
Oui, je sais, hors sujet, mais je ne suis jamais en Thailande en novembre mais en avril 😎😛😉
Sawatdee Pimai krap !
Oui, je sais, hors sujet, mais je ne suis jamais en Thailande en novembre mais en avril 😎😛😉
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
😉😉😉 Hello Khun Thuan,
Loy Krathong, ça doit être magnifique. sniff sniff quand irais-je en Thailande en novembre 🙁🙁🙁 pour m' émerveiller 😏
Merci pour la belle photo 😉😉 ça nous manquait sur VF et tu le sais bien😛
Loy Krathong, ça doit être magnifique. sniff sniff quand irais-je en Thailande en novembre 🙁🙁🙁 pour m' émerveiller 😏
Merci pour la belle photo 😉😉 ça nous manquait sur VF et tu le sais bien😛
""Le voyage pour moi, ce n' est pas arriver, c' est partir. C' est l' imprévu de la prochaine escale, c' est le désir jamais comblé de connaître sans cesse autre chose, c' est demain, éternellement demain"" Roland Dorgelès.
A+++ Lisa
A+++ Lisa
sa n'empêche pas de faire son loy n'importe ou dans le monde,
sa doit être très exotique de se le peler au bord du leman, a mettre ses loy sur le lac, avec la police suisse, prêt a vous tomber dessus, pour avoir mis, le feux au lac, 😛😛
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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On dit le Lac de Genève, pas le Lac Leman 😉
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
C'est le 24 Novembre ? tu en est sûr ?
Regarde ICI
Regarde ICI
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loy_Kratong
http://www.routard.com/guide_agenda_detail/2798/loy_krathong_festival.htm
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
cette année c'est le 12 novembre je ne comprend pas sur certaine brochure d'agence de voyage il marque le 24 novembre mais il a bien lieu le 12 et pour la dégradabilité ma femme en fais un avec un tranche de tronc de bananier des morceaux découpe dans une feuille de bananier quelle plis savament epingle avec des cures dents ensuite fleuri la bougie et l'ensent
nous irons le mettre sur la ping river
pour tout ceux ou celle qui n'ont jamais pu venir a cette epoque je vous souhaite de pouvoir le faire la parade le soir avec les chars et les thai en habit tradionnel est vraiment sublime
@+ corsothai
nous irons le mettre sur la ping river
pour tout ceux ou celle qui n'ont jamais pu venir a cette epoque je vous souhaite de pouvoir le faire la parade le soir avec les chars et les thai en habit tradionnel est vraiment sublime
@+ corsothai
Plus on est de fous, moins il y a de riz.(Coluche)
bonjour Thuan,
tres bonne idee que ce post culturel rappel pour l une des plus belles festivites Thailandaise,
magnifique dans chaque ville et village,
cette annee effectivement cela tombe le 12
en ce qu il concerne la pollution, on commence a voir a la TV des spots tres bien fait pour sensibiliser l opinion publique au mefaits du plastique, un debut....
pour les lecteurs qui voudraient en savoir un peut +:
qq photos prises au bord du Mekong ici:
http://album-photo.geo.fr/ap/album/10520/
et, l origine de la fete: La fête des Lumières, source Wikipedia Loy Kratong (ou Loi Krathong) est une fête célébrée chaque année dans toute la Thaïlande. Elle a lieu lors de la pleine lune du 12e mois du calendrier thaï lunaire traditionnel ; dans le calendrier occidental, ceci se produit généralement en novembre. Cette tradition a débuté à Sukhothai mais est à présent fêtée dans toute la Thaïlande, les festivités de Chiang Mai et d’Ayutthaya étant particulièrement célèbres. Dans le Nord du royaume, à Chiang Mai notamment, Loy Kratong est l’occasion d’un spectaculaire lâcher dans les airs de lanternes emportées par des ballons cylindriques à air chaud . Loy Kratong est l’une des fêtes amusantes et joyeuses de la tradition thaïe. Loi signifie "flotter". Un Krathong est un petit radeau d’une vingtaine de centimètres de diamètre, taillé dans la section d’un tronc de bananier (bien que les versions contemporaines utilisent souvent du polystyrène même si cette pratique tend à être abandonnée pour d’évidentes raisons écologiques), décoré de façon élaborée avec des feuilles de bananier, des fleurs, des bougies, et trois bâtons d’encens etc... Certains y ajoutent également une pièce en espérant en retour bonne fortune, ce qui fait surtout le bonheur des enfants qui iront à la pêche au Krathong une fois la fête terminée. Le Krathong a souvent la forme d’un lotus en fleur mais il peut aussi avoir l’apparence d’un cygne, d’une stupa, ou encore tout simplement du mont Méru. La fête est également l'occasion de concours de la plus belle embarcation. Durant la nuit de la pleine lune, de nombreux Krathongs ainsi réalisés sont lâches des bords d’une rivière, d’un canal, d’un lac ou d’un bassin. Les administrations, les entreprises et autres organisations en fabriquent de plus grands et de plus élaborés et ceux-ci sont souvent évalués lors de concours. A cela s’ajoutent des feux d’artifices et des concours de beauté ac ou d’un bassin. Les administrations, les entreprises et autres organisations en fabriquent de plus grands et de plus élaborés et ceux-ci sont souvent évalués lors de concours. A cela s’ajoutent des feux d’artifices et des concours de beauté. les miss ici: http://album-photo.geo.fr/ap/album/11137/
pour les lecteurs qui voudraient en savoir un peut +:
qq photos prises au bord du Mekong ici:
http://album-photo.geo.fr/ap/album/10520/
et, l origine de la fete: La fête des Lumières, source Wikipedia Loy Kratong (ou Loi Krathong) est une fête célébrée chaque année dans toute la Thaïlande. Elle a lieu lors de la pleine lune du 12e mois du calendrier thaï lunaire traditionnel ; dans le calendrier occidental, ceci se produit généralement en novembre. Cette tradition a débuté à Sukhothai mais est à présent fêtée dans toute la Thaïlande, les festivités de Chiang Mai et d’Ayutthaya étant particulièrement célèbres. Dans le Nord du royaume, à Chiang Mai notamment, Loy Kratong est l’occasion d’un spectaculaire lâcher dans les airs de lanternes emportées par des ballons cylindriques à air chaud . Loy Kratong est l’une des fêtes amusantes et joyeuses de la tradition thaïe. Loi signifie "flotter". Un Krathong est un petit radeau d’une vingtaine de centimètres de diamètre, taillé dans la section d’un tronc de bananier (bien que les versions contemporaines utilisent souvent du polystyrène même si cette pratique tend à être abandonnée pour d’évidentes raisons écologiques), décoré de façon élaborée avec des feuilles de bananier, des fleurs, des bougies, et trois bâtons d’encens etc... Certains y ajoutent également une pièce en espérant en retour bonne fortune, ce qui fait surtout le bonheur des enfants qui iront à la pêche au Krathong une fois la fête terminée. Le Krathong a souvent la forme d’un lotus en fleur mais il peut aussi avoir l’apparence d’un cygne, d’une stupa, ou encore tout simplement du mont Méru. La fête est également l'occasion de concours de la plus belle embarcation. Durant la nuit de la pleine lune, de nombreux Krathongs ainsi réalisés sont lâches des bords d’une rivière, d’un canal, d’un lac ou d’un bassin. Les administrations, les entreprises et autres organisations en fabriquent de plus grands et de plus élaborés et ceux-ci sont souvent évalués lors de concours. A cela s’ajoutent des feux d’artifices et des concours de beauté ac ou d’un bassin. Les administrations, les entreprises et autres organisations en fabriquent de plus grands et de plus élaborés et ceux-ci sont souvent évalués lors de concours. A cela s’ajoutent des feux d’artifices et des concours de beauté. les miss ici: http://album-photo.geo.fr/ap/album/11137/
On dit le Lac de Genève, pas le Lac Leman Tu vas te faire des amis chez nos voisins vaudois 😛 pourquoi pas le lac d'Evian ou de Thonon pendant qu'on y est 😉 Sinon Loy Khratong se fête aussi aujourd'hui a Genève, au bord du lac LEMAN 😛😉😄😏😏😏😏😏😏
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
simple nombrilisme et petit provoc de ma part 😉
mais pas si faux que ça...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Geneva
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Geneva
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
Je sais bien que ce n'est pas faux mais je ne suis pas d'accord, c'est et ca restera toujours le lac Leman pour moi, je crois que la majorité des suisses de la riviera seront d'accord avec moi 😉
PS. J'avais bien vu la provoc mais sans réponse elle ne servait a rien 😛
PS. J'avais bien vu la provoc mais sans réponse elle ne servait a rien 😛
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
Hello,
Oui, c'est bien le Léman, aussi pour les valaisans ! Le lac de Genève se dit en anglais... et à Genève 😛
C'est vrai, il y du monde qui faite Loy Krathong à Genf ? Ca se passe où ? Demain aussi ?
Dommage de ne pas l'avoir vu avant, je serai bien passé faire un tour.
A+
Oui, c'est bien le Léman, aussi pour les valaisans ! Le lac de Genève se dit en anglais... et à Genève 😛
C'est vrai, il y du monde qui faite Loy Krathong à Genf ? Ca se passe où ? Demain aussi ?
Dommage de ne pas l'avoir vu avant, je serai bien passé faire un tour.
A+
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
Hello Boum😉 !
Salut Bagnard😉 !
ca restera toujours le lac Leman, je crois que la majorité des suisses de la riviera seront d'accord avec moi
Oui, c'est bien le Léman, aussi pour les valaisans !
+2😛😛😏😏😏😛😛
Bien cordialement😉🙂, Ugolin70
N.B. : Le Lac Léman est formé par le Rhône qui a sa source dans le Valais (ce qui était vrai aussi pour le SFC et qui ne l'est plus...😇) !
ca restera toujours le lac Leman, je crois que la majorité des suisses de la riviera seront d'accord avec moi
Oui, c'est bien le Léman, aussi pour les valaisans !
+2😛😛😏😏😏😛😛
Bien cordialement😉🙂, Ugolin70
N.B. : Le Lac Léman est formé par le Rhône qui a sa source dans le Valais (ce qui était vrai aussi pour le SFC et qui ne l'est plus...😇) !
suffit de cliquer sur le site de la TAT (en francais) a mettre en favoris pour les VF malins
la date est bien au 12
http://www.tourismethaifr.com/actualites.tpl?n_mois=t&mois_act=11&annee_act=2008#2159
la date est bien au 12
nuls ces thaïes, et dire que l'info viens, de l'agence officielle de presse thaïe, heureusement que vf est pus a la pointe................
http://www.tourismethaifr.com/actualites.tpl?n_mois=t&mois_act=11&annee_act=2008#2159
la date est bien au 12
nuls ces thaïes, et dire que l'info viens, de l'agence officielle de presse thaïe, heureusement que vf est pus a la pointe................
Je sais bien que ce n'est pas faux mais je ne suis pas d'accord, c'est et ca restera toujours le lac Leman pour moi, je crois que la majorité des suisses de la riviera seront d'accord avec moi 😉
PS. J'avais bien vu la provoc mais sans réponse elle ne servait a rien 😛
Exactement... Merci Boum... Le lac de G'nèèèève...Pis quoi encore ???... De quoi se faire retourner dans sa tombe Jean-Villard Gilles (Poête du léman) VIVE LE LEMAN
PS. J'avais bien vu la provoc mais sans réponse elle ne servait a rien 😛
Exactement... Merci Boum... Le lac de G'nèèèève...Pis quoi encore ???... De quoi se faire retourner dans sa tombe Jean-Villard Gilles (Poête du léman) VIVE LE LEMAN
merci de me lire au second degré... on rigole, on rigole (mais pas toujours)
http://www.loikrathong.net/en/theriver-boat.php mi took ya, khun Boumbastic
Cette annee le gouvernement a lance une campagne "one family, one kratong" en demandant aux gens de n'utiliser que des materiaux biodegradables. Faut voir la m...e qui arrive a l'embouchure du chao phraya les jours et les semaines qui suivent la fete. Bonne initiative, petit a petit...
Et du Jura et du Salève, on verra toujours notre beau lac de Gnève !!! 😏😏😏😏😏😏
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
😏
Hé hé, tu insistes.... le bougre, tu seras lapidé a coup de roues d'emmental français 😛😄😏😏😏😏😏😏😏😉
Sinon tu pourrais répondre a la question d'Happysoul, je ne me souviens plus du nom de la salle? C'est vrai, il y du monde qui faite Loy Krathong à Genf ? Ca se passe où ? Demain aussi ? Dommage de ne pas l'avoir vu avant, je serai bien passé faire un tour. Bon aprem 😉
Sinon tu pourrais répondre a la question d'Happysoul, je ne me souviens plus du nom de la salle? C'est vrai, il y du monde qui faite Loy Krathong à Genf ? Ca se passe où ? Demain aussi ? Dommage de ne pas l'avoir vu avant, je serai bien passé faire un tour. Bon aprem 😉
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
c'était à la salle des fêtes de Chêne-Bourg,
+ d'infos directement au Wat
http://www.buddhadham.ch/cont_fr.htm
http://www.buddhadham.ch/cont_fr.htm
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
Quand il veux ici a Nan....
http://nanmuaythai.xooit.com😉
"En évitant le tigre, on rencontre le crocodile" Proverbe Thailandais
Merci salsa 🙂 mais le site manque un peu de mises a jour depuis....2005???? 😉 Toujours en construction? 😇
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
J'ai vu, mais c'était surtout pour les coordonnées, on peut appeler et se renseigner.
@+
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
message pour Thuan
bonjour, je pars le 13 nov
ou puis-je déposer quelques livres à bangkok pour toi et tes amis, vos indications m'ont tellement aidé !
ps: désolée de troubler ce post 😉 mais je peux encore pas faire passer un message perso, je suis encore trop jeune sur le forum 😛
ps 2 : si quelqu'un peut lui faire suivre le message ce serait super
bonjour, je pars le 13 nov
ou puis-je déposer quelques livres à bangkok pour toi et tes amis, vos indications m'ont tellement aidé !
ps: désolée de troubler ce post 😉 mais je peux encore pas faire passer un message perso, je suis encore trop jeune sur le forum 😛
ps 2 : si quelqu'un peut lui faire suivre le message ce serait super
Bonjour Elwarda,
Tu as qu'a cliqué sur le nom de Thuan, tu vas voir sa fiche et en bas a droite tu clique encore, sur envoyé un message privé.......Voila🙂
Tu as qu'a cliqué sur le nom de Thuan, tu vas voir sa fiche et en bas a droite tu clique encore, sur envoyé un message privé.......Voila🙂
S.D
bonjour,
on peut pas envoyer de message privé si on a pas fait au moins 20 posts
merci bien à toi
on peut pas envoyer de message privé si on a pas fait au moins 20 posts
merci bien à toi
bonjour,
on peut pas envoyer de message privé si on a pas fait au moins 20 posts
merci bien à toi
D'accord je ne savais pas...
Mais bon, tu sais quoi faire😉
on peut pas envoyer de message privé si on a pas fait au moins 20 posts
merci bien à toi
D'accord je ne savais pas...
Mais bon, tu sais quoi faire😉
S.D
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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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
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
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!