Philippines du 8 mars au 14 avril 2009
by Cyril06584
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjour les membres de VF !
voila ma femme et moi meme avons pris nos billets d avion pour notre sejour de 5 semaines aux philippines
nous arrivons le 9 mars a HONG KONG et repartons le 14 avril ( air new zeland, 621 euros/ pers )
ensuite nous allons prendre dans quelques jours notre aller simple pour les philippines :
1 / vaut mieux prendre HK/ manille ou bien aller sur cebu (cebu pacific env 120 euros / 2 pax ) pour passer une petite semaine tranquille ?
ensuite nous allons voyager entre les iles, manille, luzon, boracay, palawan et etc ... mais c est la que j ai besoin de votre aide ..
vaut mieux aller a cebu avant manille, quels lieux, quelles iles, quelles choses ne pas manquer aux philippines ?
nous sonmmes du genre " routard sac a dos ", location de mobylette, transport bus, ferry et meme avion si c est avantageux en temps et pas tres chere
quel compagnie est fiable ?
comment aller d iles en iles ? ferry fiable ? avion ?
quelles plages doivent etre vu imperativement ?
des petits hotels /bungalows sympas sur certain iles ? ( entre 10 /15 euros /nuits )
combien compter de budget par jour environ ( nuité, repas, balade, boisson, et petit extra )
trouve t on des salons de massage ( genre spa comme en indonésie ) ?
a t il des lieux dangereux ?
prendre du liquide est ce raisonnable ?
plat philippins a ne pas manquer ? epicé ?
le plateau de luzon en combien de jours ?
les guides touristiques pour les philippines, nous avons trouvé que le petit futé, et mon anglais n est pas terrible pour un guide en anglais ?
nous pensons passer quelques jours a chaque fois sur les iles, farniente, balade, plongée, repos et culture local
alors n hesitez pas a nous donner de bons conseils ...
un GRAND MERCI D AVANCE
a bientot
Bonjour,
L'ile de Bohol est très jolie (à voir : chocolate hills, loboc river, plages de sable blanc, tarsiers, etc.) et tu trouves facilement des mobylettes à louer. Bonne sécurité dans la plus grande partie du territoire philippin, évite cependant l'ouest et le sud ouest de l'ile de mindanao, car, dangereux.
Sur certaines plages touristiques (boracay, alona, ...) tu pourras te faire masser et certains hotels proposent aussi un service massage.
Pour les compagnies aériennes, tu en as plusieurs, mais, la seule que je connaisse est "Philippines airlines" et tout était impeccable.
Pour ce qui est des bus, là aussi pas de problème, car, tu trouves des jeepneys (sorte de bus local) mais aussi des bus normaux sur les grandes et moyennes iles.
D'après beaucoup de personnes, l'ile de palawan est vraiment exceptionnelle et vaut la peine d'être visitée (mais si tu y vas, tu devras lui consacrer une bonne partie de ton séjour). Pour info je n'y suis pas encore allé.
Iles que j'ai pu visiter : Bohol, panglao, balicasag et une petite partie de Luzon seulement. Mais j'y retourne fin janvier pour 3 semaines.
L'ile de Bohol est très jolie (à voir : chocolate hills, loboc river, plages de sable blanc, tarsiers, etc.) et tu trouves facilement des mobylettes à louer. Bonne sécurité dans la plus grande partie du territoire philippin, évite cependant l'ouest et le sud ouest de l'ile de mindanao, car, dangereux.
Sur certaines plages touristiques (boracay, alona, ...) tu pourras te faire masser et certains hotels proposent aussi un service massage.
Pour les compagnies aériennes, tu en as plusieurs, mais, la seule que je connaisse est "Philippines airlines" et tout était impeccable.
Pour ce qui est des bus, là aussi pas de problème, car, tu trouves des jeepneys (sorte de bus local) mais aussi des bus normaux sur les grandes et moyennes iles.
D'après beaucoup de personnes, l'ile de palawan est vraiment exceptionnelle et vaut la peine d'être visitée (mais si tu y vas, tu devras lui consacrer une bonne partie de ton séjour). Pour info je n'y suis pas encore allé.
Iles que j'ai pu visiter : Bohol, panglao, balicasag et une petite partie de Luzon seulement. Mais j'y retourne fin janvier pour 3 semaines.
Vous arriverez vers la fin de la haute saison. Il vaudra donc la peine de discuter les prix.
Actuellement nous avons 6 compagnies aériennes domestiques: Domestic Airlines Ils déservent régulièrement environ 30 aéroports. Mais les vols entre îles sont très rares. Les trois "hubs" sont Manila, Clarke et Cebu.
Entre les îles tu prendras les ferries, les fast ferries et les pumpboats: Sea transportation
Sur les îles tu trouves des bus, des vans, des jeepneys des tricycles/motorelas qui t'ammènenet à n'importe quel endroit.
RESERVEZ ASSEZ DE TEMPS. Les transports sont plutôt lents et ne les horaires, s'ils existent, sont tenus au gré du chauffeur.
Les derniers années j'ai fait du island hopping avec un budget de PHP 1000 par jour, ce qi correspond actuellement à EUR 15.80. Les repas locaux ne sont pas chers. Dans une "eatery" tu payes 40 à 60 pesos pour un repas. Dans un resto style "west", tu commences à PHP 150.
La cuisine la plus épicée tu trouves au Bicol et au sud de Mindanao. Mais ce sud de Mindanao nous ne conseillons pas pour l'instant.
Argent: Il faut toujours avoir du liquide sur soi. Dans les centres touristiques tu peux payer avec la carte de crédit, mais à la campagne ça ne merche pas. L'euro st accepté dans les centres touristiques, mais les banques sur mon île (Camiguin), ne l'aiment pas et refusent. Mieux vaut avoir des USD. Dans les villes tu peux aussi tirer des billets des ATM avec ta carte de crédit. Mais les ATM n'acceptent pas toutes les cartes et les taxes sont chères.
Guide touristiques: Je recommand mon site Interenet: www.silent-gardens.com ainsi que le guide de Jens Peters. Le Jens Peters existe également sous forme de livre (allemand).
Bon voyage, Boo
Actuellement nous avons 6 compagnies aériennes domestiques: Domestic Airlines Ils déservent régulièrement environ 30 aéroports. Mais les vols entre îles sont très rares. Les trois "hubs" sont Manila, Clarke et Cebu.
Entre les îles tu prendras les ferries, les fast ferries et les pumpboats: Sea transportation
Sur les îles tu trouves des bus, des vans, des jeepneys des tricycles/motorelas qui t'ammènenet à n'importe quel endroit.
RESERVEZ ASSEZ DE TEMPS. Les transports sont plutôt lents et ne les horaires, s'ils existent, sont tenus au gré du chauffeur.
Les derniers années j'ai fait du island hopping avec un budget de PHP 1000 par jour, ce qi correspond actuellement à EUR 15.80. Les repas locaux ne sont pas chers. Dans une "eatery" tu payes 40 à 60 pesos pour un repas. Dans un resto style "west", tu commences à PHP 150.
La cuisine la plus épicée tu trouves au Bicol et au sud de Mindanao. Mais ce sud de Mindanao nous ne conseillons pas pour l'instant.
Argent: Il faut toujours avoir du liquide sur soi. Dans les centres touristiques tu peux payer avec la carte de crédit, mais à la campagne ça ne merche pas. L'euro st accepté dans les centres touristiques, mais les banques sur mon île (Camiguin), ne l'aiment pas et refusent. Mieux vaut avoir des USD. Dans les villes tu peux aussi tirer des billets des ATM avec ta carte de crédit. Mais les ATM n'acceptent pas toutes les cartes et les taxes sont chères.
Guide touristiques: Je recommand mon site Interenet: www.silent-gardens.com ainsi que le guide de Jens Peters. Le Jens Peters existe également sous forme de livre (allemand).
Bon voyage, Boo
It's more fun in the Philippines! C'est vrai...
Salut Cyril,
Avec 5 semaines tu pourras voir un peu de pays.
Les incontournables : Palawan, luzon et ses rizières, Pagsagnan falls, Camiguin.
Si tu souhaites, à un moment ou un autre, te reposer, Bantayan island
Si besoin, contacte-moi,
Amicalement,
Denis.
Avec 5 semaines tu pourras voir un peu de pays.
Les incontournables : Palawan, luzon et ses rizières, Pagsagnan falls, Camiguin.
Si tu souhaites, à un moment ou un autre, te reposer, Bantayan island
Si besoin, contacte-moi,
Amicalement,
Denis.
Bonjour,
Comme tu arriveras après la saison "sèche" tu ne devrais pas avoir trop de problème de circulation terrestre, c'est déjà ça! Et globalement les réseaux de transports aériens, maritimes et terrestres sont très developpés et pas chers. Leurs fréquences évitent de s'inquiéter de leurs exactitudes 😉
Tu sembles hésiter entre Manille et Cebu pour arriver et passer une semaine tranquille, personnellement je conseillerai Cebu à partir de la quelle il est plus facile d'aller vers une jolie petite ile comme par exemple: Malapascua ou Bantayan au nord ou meme Panglao ou Siquijor au sud.
Pour un routard/sac-a-dos, le petit futé ne te sera pas d'une grande utilité! Non seulement il est truffé d'erreurs (et meme d'inventions !?) mais les indications données ne permettent vraiment pas de s'en sortir tout seul! Celui qu'il faut avoir, meme en anglais, c'est le lonely Planet! Toujours aussi impressionnant par sa précision et la richesse de son contenu, meme si quelques infos sont aujourd'hui obsoletes, il date de 2006, je crois.Autrement si tu comprends l'allemand il y a un énorme pavé écrit par Jens Peters (c'est lui qui a écrit les premiers guides LP sur les philippines, aujourd'hui il habite sur une ile qu'il a acheté en face de Port Barton😎).
Pour ce qui est du budget et bien tout dépend de l'endroit ou tu te trouve, notamment pour le logement. Dans des endroits tres touristiques comme Boracay (avec ses hordes de Coréens/Taiwanais 😕) il faut compter plus du double du reste du pays. En gros 2000p la nuit quand ailleurs c'est ~800p (voir moins). Pour la nourriture la différence faiblit, tu peux partir sur une base de 300p (5€) par personne dans un resto sympa, mais dans une petite échoppe locale tu trouve des plats a moins de 60p (1€).
En ce qui concerne l'itinéraire, il faut prendre conscience qu'avec ses milliers d'iles, les philippines c'est très grand à visiter et en un mois tu ne pourras pas tout voir, loin de là! Personnellement, ca fait 3x3semaines que j'y vais et je rencontre toujours des gens qui me parlent d'une ile, d'une plage, d'une excursion, d'une plongée, etc... que je ne connais pas! Il faudra faire des choix en fonctions de tes envies: farniente/aventure, ballade/trek, plongée/escalade etc... Je me permettrais juste un conseil, l'incontournable : Les cultures en terrasse de Banaue!
Bon voyage
Comme tu arriveras après la saison "sèche" tu ne devrais pas avoir trop de problème de circulation terrestre, c'est déjà ça! Et globalement les réseaux de transports aériens, maritimes et terrestres sont très developpés et pas chers. Leurs fréquences évitent de s'inquiéter de leurs exactitudes 😉
Tu sembles hésiter entre Manille et Cebu pour arriver et passer une semaine tranquille, personnellement je conseillerai Cebu à partir de la quelle il est plus facile d'aller vers une jolie petite ile comme par exemple: Malapascua ou Bantayan au nord ou meme Panglao ou Siquijor au sud.
Pour un routard/sac-a-dos, le petit futé ne te sera pas d'une grande utilité! Non seulement il est truffé d'erreurs (et meme d'inventions !?) mais les indications données ne permettent vraiment pas de s'en sortir tout seul! Celui qu'il faut avoir, meme en anglais, c'est le lonely Planet! Toujours aussi impressionnant par sa précision et la richesse de son contenu, meme si quelques infos sont aujourd'hui obsoletes, il date de 2006, je crois.Autrement si tu comprends l'allemand il y a un énorme pavé écrit par Jens Peters (c'est lui qui a écrit les premiers guides LP sur les philippines, aujourd'hui il habite sur une ile qu'il a acheté en face de Port Barton😎).
Pour ce qui est du budget et bien tout dépend de l'endroit ou tu te trouve, notamment pour le logement. Dans des endroits tres touristiques comme Boracay (avec ses hordes de Coréens/Taiwanais 😕) il faut compter plus du double du reste du pays. En gros 2000p la nuit quand ailleurs c'est ~800p (voir moins). Pour la nourriture la différence faiblit, tu peux partir sur une base de 300p (5€) par personne dans un resto sympa, mais dans une petite échoppe locale tu trouve des plats a moins de 60p (1€).
En ce qui concerne l'itinéraire, il faut prendre conscience qu'avec ses milliers d'iles, les philippines c'est très grand à visiter et en un mois tu ne pourras pas tout voir, loin de là! Personnellement, ca fait 3x3semaines que j'y vais et je rencontre toujours des gens qui me parlent d'une ile, d'une plage, d'une excursion, d'une plongée, etc... que je ne connais pas! Il faudra faire des choix en fonctions de tes envies: farniente/aventure, ballade/trek, plongée/escalade etc... Je me permettrais juste un conseil, l'incontournable : Les cultures en terrasse de Banaue!
Bon voyage
bonsoir
tout abord je tiens a vous remercier pour vos reponses rapides !
ma femme et moi venons de prendre nos billets aller simple HK / cebu ( cebupabific a 135 euros / 2 pax )
etant donner que nous arriverons le 10 mars vers 16 H a cebu que me conseillez vous de faire ?
pourrais je avoir quelques infos sur cebu ?
et si par hasard vous connaissiez un petit hotel /bungalows sympas au bord de mer ?
quels balades faire en mobylette ?
et combien de temps devrions nous rester pour profiter un peu de cette ile ?
et une autre question, on me dit " saison seche " ??? c est sec sec ? soleil ? pas d eau ?
et apres cebu, quel ile ou quel endroit devrions nous nous diriger, facile de transport ( ferry ) ??
merci et passer un bon week end .....
ps: je n ai pas encore acheter les guides ....
cebu tu as malapascua au nord et moaboal au sud ouest autrement tu as bohol en face a 2h de ferry (500pesos aller ou 8oo pesos aller retour 1 personne)
pour plus de renseignements contactes moi en privé ou sur evapen64@yahoo.fr
bonne journee
yannick et eva
pour plus de renseignements contactes moi en privé ou sur evapen64@yahoo.fr
bonne journee
yannick et eva
Comment sont les cultures en terrasse de Banaue en mars et en avril?
Pierroro
Quand le moment est arrivé, l'heure est venue! (C.Bobin.)
- et je vous remercie par avance pour votre réponse.
bonsoir,
mars, avril :saison seche ou humide aux philippines?
😉
Janvier 21°C 25°C 30°C 29°C 23 mm Fevrier 21°C 26°C 31°C 29°C 13 mm Mars 22°C 27°C 33°C 29°C 18 mm Avril 23°C 28°C 34°C 30°C 33 mm Mai 24°C 29°C 34°C 30°C 130 mm Juin 24°C 28°C 33°C 30°C 254 mm Juillet 24°C 27°C 31°C 29°C 432 mm Aout 24°C 27°C 31°C 30°C 422 mm Septembre 24°C 27°C 31°C 30°C 356 mm Octobre 23°C 27°C 31°C 30°C 193 mm Novembre 22°C 26°C 31°C 29°C 145 mm Decembre 21°C 25°C 30°C
MARS /AVRIL C'est bien le DEBUT de la saisonn SECHE, on est d'accord!!! cher ami😉 La circulation maritime est toujours humide!!!lol😏 Quand à la circulation terrestre, elle est trés intense en avril, aux alentours de la semaine de paques;beaucoup de processions car les PHILIPPINS sont des chrétiens trés pratiquants.Cette époque correspond aux vacances scolaires.Les philippins en profitent pour rejoindre leur famille en province;grosses affluences sur les routes aux alentours de manille et aéroports trés fréquentés.
Janvier 21°C 25°C 30°C 29°C 23 mm Fevrier 21°C 26°C 31°C 29°C 13 mm Mars 22°C 27°C 33°C 29°C 18 mm Avril 23°C 28°C 34°C 30°C 33 mm Mai 24°C 29°C 34°C 30°C 130 mm Juin 24°C 28°C 33°C 30°C 254 mm Juillet 24°C 27°C 31°C 29°C 432 mm Aout 24°C 27°C 31°C 30°C 422 mm Septembre 24°C 27°C 31°C 30°C 356 mm Octobre 23°C 27°C 31°C 30°C 193 mm Novembre 22°C 26°C 31°C 29°C 145 mm Decembre 21°C 25°C 30°C
MARS /AVRIL C'est bien le DEBUT de la saisonn SECHE, on est d'accord!!! cher ami😉 La circulation maritime est toujours humide!!!lol😏 Quand à la circulation terrestre, elle est trés intense en avril, aux alentours de la semaine de paques;beaucoup de processions car les PHILIPPINS sont des chrétiens trés pratiquants.Cette époque correspond aux vacances scolaires.Les philippins en profitent pour rejoindre leur famille en province;grosses affluences sur les routes aux alentours de manille et aéroports trés fréquentés.
En 2006 la première année de vacances aux Phils en 4 semaines, à la routarde, j 'avais fait Manille, Baguio, Banaue, Bontoc Sagada, Cervantes, traversée de la cordillère en bus sur des chemins de montagne défoncés incroyable, puis San Fernando sur la cote, Bauan, retour à Manille, puis Puerto Galera traversée de mindorro, et de Panay, en bus, jusqu à IloIlo puis ferry jusqu'à Cebu, Moalboal, Dumaguete, Siquijorle tour en"mobylette", retour à Cebu, Avion pour Puerto Princessa, "mobylette" pour Sabang et El Nido(4 crevaisons). Retour à Manila en avion depuis PP.
Un bon rythme, certes, mais un béguin profond pour ce pays où je retourne chaque année. C'était l'époque de Pâcques, donc tous les Philippins sont en vacances ou en déplacement. Pour autant sans jouer vraiment des coudes, pas trop de problèmes de queue.
La mobylette est un 100cm3 a 3 vitesses semi automatiques, inversées / à nos motos(au retour, tu sais plus où tu en es si tu as une moto ici ) trés rustique, japonaise.Gaffe au gonflage et necessaire rustines dans tous les cas.Ci joint photo du vulcaniseur de campagne.😎un vieux bras oscillant pour presse, un vieux piston plein d'essence, un vieux morceau de chambre à air, tu enflammes l'essence et hop, des fois ça tient mieux que d'autres.
Bon trip
ybug
Bonjour !
Je te conseille de lire mon carnet de route que tu trouveras sur ce forum.
Pour les lieux sur Palawan ne loupe pas El Nido et le Coconut Garden Hotel (cacnipa Island) c'est un vrai paradis.
Nous avons voyagé sur Palawan seulement avec du liquide pendant 10 jours, et aucun pépin.
Par contre pas de SPA sur Palawan....:-) routard...routard...
merci de tes bonnes info, mais à Palawan, je préférais chez Gloria(photo), imbattable au niveau prix, cases style oncle Tom tout peint en blanc, confort rustique mais ambiance, à 10 métres de la plage, et manger chez Jean Marc, delicieux restau( il tient aussi un truc de plongée), se balader autour et y rester le maximum, Si les sites des Phils paraissent pour un paradis, el Nido est le paradis, le vrai, l'inoubliable. Le confort ne m'interesse pas beaucoup, mais une discussion avec la maitresse de maison, ça, c'est de l'authentique !!
pas moins de 3 jours à el NIDO;
sinon, aux Phils, j'estime la dépense à 100 euros tous les 3 jours en vivant bien, hors voyage sérieux, ferry ou plane, seul. A deux le prix chute(même prix de la chambre)chambre mais depends du nombre de SM que tu bois le soir............ et de ton appétit 150 à 200 psos pour 1 plat moyen.Mais tu peux trouver - cher.
En monnaie, je n'améne que des euros en billet de 50€, fini les dollars, ...... et ma carte visa, bien sûr, change rapide dans 95% du temps, et change € si pas d' ATM.- distributeur bancaire-je note tous les numéros de billets depuis une mésaventure dans un grand mail de Cebu.
ybug
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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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
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
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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!




















