Philippines: le lac Taal est-il de nouveau accessible?
by Cottetcottet
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjour,
début mai, le lac taal était déconseillé ou interdit d'accès à cause d'émanations gazeuses. je serai de nouveau aux philippines en aout. quelqu'un a t il des infos à ce sujet ?
cottet
il est aussi toujours officiellement en alerte #2, et donc le volcan central théoriquement non ouvert
entre la théorie et la pratique...... voilà ta réponse!
J' habite juste à côté, à Tagaytay, et je vois que les loueurs de bateaux sont toujours aussi actifs....
dixit notre ami Geteheem😉
Un volcan fermé c est quoi? .....une chemine bouchée? Lol😉
J' habite juste à côté, à Tagaytay, et je vois que les loueurs de bateaux sont toujours aussi actifs....
dixit notre ami Geteheem😉
Un volcan fermé c est quoi? .....une chemine bouchée? Lol😉
Exact.....just a joke!😉
Nav
on y a été fin avril, alors que le volcan venait de passer en alerte 2.
du coup, impossible d'aller sur le volcan central... (ou alors les bateaux te proposent un prix fort pour "eviter" la police)
pour nous c'était une journée gachée, il y a plein d'autres choses à faire qui sont plus interressantes aux philippines!
pour nous c'était une journée gachée, il y a plein d'autres choses à faire qui sont plus interressantes aux philippines!
Je suis absolument d'accord avec toi.
Voir le lac Taal et son volcan à partir du Ridge de TAgaytay est bien suffisant. Descendre au lac, payer le prix fort pour un bateau, les accessoires qu' on te fourgue d'autorité ( chapeau), puis un cheval pour monter au volcan, prendre une photo du lac intérieur et redescendre, c'est une journée et pas mal d'argent de foutus en l'air....
Allez plutôt , après avoir vu le volcan depuis Tagaytay, suivre la lagune via LOS BANOS, VICTORIA, jusqu' à la crypte de Nagkarlan, les chutes de PAGSANGJAN et puis le village de sculpteurs de PAETE. Vous n'aurez pas perdu votre temps....
Voir le lac Taal et son volcan à partir du Ridge de TAgaytay est bien suffisant. Descendre au lac, payer le prix fort pour un bateau, les accessoires qu' on te fourgue d'autorité ( chapeau), puis un cheval pour monter au volcan, prendre une photo du lac intérieur et redescendre, c'est une journée et pas mal d'argent de foutus en l'air....
Allez plutôt , après avoir vu le volcan depuis Tagaytay, suivre la lagune via LOS BANOS, VICTORIA, jusqu' à la crypte de Nagkarlan, les chutes de PAGSANGJAN et puis le village de sculpteurs de PAETE. Vous n'aurez pas perdu votre temps....
salut,
Auriez vous des idées d'excursions qu'on peut faire en deux jours au depart de Manille?
merci
Auriez vous des idées d'excursions qu'on peut faire en deux jours au depart de Manille?
merci
Salut,
de manille tu peux en faire beaucoup en 2 jours: - Il y a l'expedition d'une journée aux chutes de pagsanjan (je te conseil de prendre un chauffeur pour faire l'aller retour dans la journée) - Aller à batangas pour aller voir la mer (et même la traverser jusqu'a puerto galera - white beach). c'est une destination typique de week end pour les Manillais - En un week end, il est aussi possible d'aller à Banaue et les rizières d'Hapao (départ le vendredi soir par bus de nuit - expedition - trek toute la journée de samedi - retour par bus de nuit de samedi à dimanche - récupération le dimanche dans un spa à Manille) - si tu as des billets pas cher (promo si tu t'y prend bien à l'avance), presque toutes les iles valent le coup pour une excursions express de 2 jours (Siquijor?)
si tu veux des idées pour t'inspirer, voici un lien pour voir mes photos (j'ai vecu 10 mois au phils) http://www.flickr.com/photos/pronche/
bon voyage
de manille tu peux en faire beaucoup en 2 jours: - Il y a l'expedition d'une journée aux chutes de pagsanjan (je te conseil de prendre un chauffeur pour faire l'aller retour dans la journée) - Aller à batangas pour aller voir la mer (et même la traverser jusqu'a puerto galera - white beach). c'est une destination typique de week end pour les Manillais - En un week end, il est aussi possible d'aller à Banaue et les rizières d'Hapao (départ le vendredi soir par bus de nuit - expedition - trek toute la journée de samedi - retour par bus de nuit de samedi à dimanche - récupération le dimanche dans un spa à Manille) - si tu as des billets pas cher (promo si tu t'y prend bien à l'avance), presque toutes les iles valent le coup pour une excursions express de 2 jours (Siquijor?)
si tu veux des idées pour t'inspirer, voici un lien pour voir mes photos (j'ai vecu 10 mois au phils) http://www.flickr.com/photos/pronche/
bon voyage
de manille tu peux en faire beaucoup en 2 jours:
Pas grand chose autour de Manila en deux jours sauf les alentours proches.....un peu trop court pour Pasanjuan et trop courtpour les riziéres de banaue/bontoc/sagada......Mindoro impossible en deux jours sauf louer un speed boat;mettre le pied sur le sable et repartir; le mieux est visiter Metro Manila et Coregidor......transports longs.....le mieux est de prendre un billet avion,1heure aller et 1 heure retour pour une ile proche;Dumaguette;Tagbiliran se sera speed! J"y vais depuis 7 ans! Nav
Pas grand chose autour de Manila en deux jours sauf les alentours proches.....un peu trop court pour Pasanjuan et trop courtpour les riziéres de banaue/bontoc/sagada......Mindoro impossible en deux jours sauf louer un speed boat;mettre le pied sur le sable et repartir; le mieux est visiter Metro Manila et Coregidor......transports longs.....le mieux est de prendre un billet avion,1heure aller et 1 heure retour pour une ile proche;Dumaguette;Tagbiliran se sera speed! J"y vais depuis 7 ans! Nav
moi , je ne suis jamais pressé de repartir d'un coin sympa...;;;;trop court pour moi , tout ça en deux jours.....keep cool.......faut prendre le temps de se désaltérer.....aprés le sport....le réconfort.....la troisieme mi temps quoi!!!!!!😉😉😉😉😉
La descente des chutes m'a pris une journée entiere en 2008....... coucher sur les bords de la rivière sympa.......un bon restau...... c mieux😉😉😉 que Broom Bromm Van LOL!
Vraiment trop court pour moi.......inconcevable!!!!😎😎😎
Toutes les destinations que je cite sont testés/approuvés. Pendant que je vivais là bas, je ne pouvais partir que le week end.
C'est d'ailleurs toute une population de Manille qui se ruent sur ces destinations aux beaux jours, donc c'est completement faisable.
Que ce soit un peu court, je l'admet pour certaines (Banaue), mais je ne suis pas certain que le touriste moyen ai envie de rester plus d'un journée à Pagsanjan.
Coregidor, je le déconseille fortement. Le toursime organisé là bas consiste à monter dans un petit train et prendre des photos quand le guide pense que c'est une bonne idée. Tout ça pour le prix fort! à vous dégouter des Philippines!
Coregidor, je le déconseille fortement. Le toursime organisé là bas consiste à monter dans un petit train et prendre des photos quand le guide pense que c'est une bonne idée. Tout ça pour le prix fort! à vous dégouter des Philippines!
je suis allé au lac taal en aout. les volcans étant un de mes principaux centre d'intéret, j'ai apprécié l'originalité ( volcan dans le lac et lac dans le volcan, je me répète ), de manille 2 h de bus jusqu'a tagatay, jeepney juqu'à talisay, location d'un bateau 1000 pesos pour le volcan, j'avais mon chapeau, je suis monté à pied, plus vite que les chevaux, et j'ai apprécié le site. n'étant pas pressé, nuit sur place, puis le lendemain, ballades en jeepneys jusqu'au village de taal, belles constructions et cathédrale de l'époque espagnole à voir, petit détour pour acheter quelques couteaux papillon , et retour à manille dans l'après midi. 2 jours bien occupés !
cottet
Coregidor, je le déconseille fortement.
j"ai trouvé bien et à pied, toujours pris les photos que je souhait prendre!! pas pressé......on voit mieux!😉
Et pourquoi?? tu ne crois pas que Taal n' est pas un truc a touriste ou tout est cher ici??? d'ailleurs , je me permet de te citer!😉😉😉😉
Toutes les destinations que je cite sont testés/approuvés. Pendant que je vivais là bas, je ne pouvais partir que le week end. C'est d'ailleurs toute une population de Manille qui se ruent sur ces destination
Voilà la cohue et le timing.................., un peu comme tous lesmoutons parisiens qui se rendent à Deauville au premier rayon de soleil, BROOM BROOM Faire taal et Pasanjuan en une journée et Mindoro en deux jours?????moi qui connait les Philippines ....je pense aussi bien, si ce n"est mieux que toi , ça ne m interesse pas ! cette façon de survoler les choses.😉......les rizueres en deux jours, , , , , c" est bon pour les touristes comme toi pressés qui n avait surement et malheuresement qu"un weekend😮😮😮....Moi je reste deux mois et parcourre les philipines de long en large en vacances!!LOL beaucoup de choses à voir du coté de Pasanjuan et en descendant sur Naga; De Romblon à Sibuyan en passant par Coron Marippipi et Biliran, Siargaomindano.....sipaway .....Je prend mon temps de visiter!😉 depuis 7 ans.;;;je fouine😉 J"y prend ma retraite bientôt....épouserait aussi mon asawaa!!!!🙂
Et tu ne crois pas que le touriste lambda ne vient pas ici pour travailler mais pour découvrir et prendre le temps de déguster , donc pourquoi faire les chose à la va vite quand on part à 10000km de France visiter...... je te souhaite de revenir visiter les phils.....non pas pour y travailler..;;je serai content aussi de te donner des tuyaux😉 nav
j"ai trouvé bien et à pied, toujours pris les photos que je souhait prendre!! pas pressé......on voit mieux!😉
Et pourquoi?? tu ne crois pas que Taal n' est pas un truc a touriste ou tout est cher ici??? d'ailleurs , je me permet de te citer!😉😉😉😉
Toutes les destinations que je cite sont testés/approuvés. Pendant que je vivais là bas, je ne pouvais partir que le week end. C'est d'ailleurs toute une population de Manille qui se ruent sur ces destination
Voilà la cohue et le timing.................., un peu comme tous lesmoutons parisiens qui se rendent à Deauville au premier rayon de soleil, BROOM BROOM Faire taal et Pasanjuan en une journée et Mindoro en deux jours?????moi qui connait les Philippines ....je pense aussi bien, si ce n"est mieux que toi , ça ne m interesse pas ! cette façon de survoler les choses.😉......les rizueres en deux jours, , , , , c" est bon pour les touristes comme toi pressés qui n avait surement et malheuresement qu"un weekend😮😮😮....Moi je reste deux mois et parcourre les philipines de long en large en vacances!!LOL beaucoup de choses à voir du coté de Pasanjuan et en descendant sur Naga; De Romblon à Sibuyan en passant par Coron Marippipi et Biliran, Siargaomindano.....sipaway .....Je prend mon temps de visiter!😉 depuis 7 ans.;;;je fouine😉 J"y prend ma retraite bientôt....épouserait aussi mon asawaa!!!!🙂
Et tu ne crois pas que le touriste lambda ne vient pas ici pour travailler mais pour découvrir et prendre le temps de déguster , donc pourquoi faire les chose à la va vite quand on part à 10000km de France visiter...... je te souhaite de revenir visiter les phils.....non pas pour y travailler..;;je serai content aussi de te donner des tuyaux😉 nav
j"ai trouvé bien et à pied, toujours pris les photos que je souhait prendre!!
pas pressé......on voit mieux!😉
Je suis descendu du train, et j'étais le seul. Je maintiens que Coregidor ne vaut pas le coût à mon avis.
Pour le reste, je vais faire court: tu ne me connais pas et tu ne sais pas ce que j'ai fait au phil, donc je ne te permet pas de juger si je suis un touriste pressé ou non, et si j'ai besoin de tes conseils.
Ce qui est certain, c'est que la personne s'adressait à moi, et que j'ai répondu à la question en choses faisables en 2 jours pour un touriste lambda (à contrario d'un personne pouvant se permettre de partir 2 mois en vacances).
Tu n'es pas le seul à avoir voyagé, donc pas de science infuse, le principe du forum c'est que tout le monde à son avis.
paalam
Je suis descendu du train, et j'étais le seul. Je maintiens que Coregidor ne vaut pas le coût à mon avis.
Pour le reste, je vais faire court: tu ne me connais pas et tu ne sais pas ce que j'ai fait au phil, donc je ne te permet pas de juger si je suis un touriste pressé ou non, et si j'ai besoin de tes conseils.
Ce qui est certain, c'est que la personne s'adressait à moi, et que j'ai répondu à la question en choses faisables en 2 jours pour un touriste lambda (à contrario d'un personne pouvant se permettre de partir 2 mois en vacances).
Tu n'es pas le seul à avoir voyagé, donc pas de science infuse, le principe du forum c'est que tout le monde à son avis.
paalam
Je suis descendu du train, et j'étais le seul. Je maintiens que Coregidor ne vaut pas le coût à mon avis
Pendant que je vivais là bas, je ne pouvais partir que le week end.
de retour de tes dix mois de travail: tu peux changer ton adresse
Na! Funny boy!hahaha!!😉😉 tu as tout compris! j"ai aussi mon avis et respecte les impératifs des travailleurs pressés! Aucun jugement de valeur dans mes propos précédent.....un constat! J'ai connu ce temps...d'homme pressé! moi Corregidor , j'aime, c'est mon droit et c'est aussi une partie de l'histoire de la résistance des Philippins durant the last second world war! Toujours à ton service pour te faire découvrir les Philippines au rythme du promeneur curieux et de multiples endroits qui te sont inconnus petit ! je te ferai profiter de mon expérience.....7 ans de Philippines à fouiner et c"est pas fini bientôt en retraite sportive après des années de labeur!😉 Le touriste lambda prend son temps ;le travailleur travaille!!!! Le retraité jeune et sportif a du temps et de l'énergie pour approfondir les choses! Eh oui 2 mois aux Phils certains font 3 mois ou 6 mois 😉LOL c'est bien, d autres on pris leur retraite anticipée vers 50 ans et y vivent heureux , je te le souhaite plus tard si tu as bien travaillé....tu pourras aussi en profiter et ici découvrir a lot of things en qualité de coach!😉 , je serai à ton service😏 Bahala na! Anu's a ikaw mosabot kanako? Amitiés😉 Nav
Pendant que je vivais là bas, je ne pouvais partir que le week end.
de retour de tes dix mois de travail: tu peux changer ton adresse
Na! Funny boy!hahaha!!😉😉 tu as tout compris! j"ai aussi mon avis et respecte les impératifs des travailleurs pressés! Aucun jugement de valeur dans mes propos précédent.....un constat! J'ai connu ce temps...d'homme pressé! moi Corregidor , j'aime, c'est mon droit et c'est aussi une partie de l'histoire de la résistance des Philippins durant the last second world war! Toujours à ton service pour te faire découvrir les Philippines au rythme du promeneur curieux et de multiples endroits qui te sont inconnus petit ! je te ferai profiter de mon expérience.....7 ans de Philippines à fouiner et c"est pas fini bientôt en retraite sportive après des années de labeur!😉 Le touriste lambda prend son temps ;le travailleur travaille!!!! Le retraité jeune et sportif a du temps et de l'énergie pour approfondir les choses! Eh oui 2 mois aux Phils certains font 3 mois ou 6 mois 😉LOL c'est bien, d autres on pris leur retraite anticipée vers 50 ans et y vivent heureux , je te le souhaite plus tard si tu as bien travaillé....tu pourras aussi en profiter et ici découvrir a lot of things en qualité de coach!😉 , je serai à ton service😏 Bahala na! Anu's a ikaw mosabot kanako? Amitiés😉 Nav
Est ce que quelqu'un pourrait me donner des informations sur le lac taal en ce moment? Est ce que c'est accessbile?
Je prevois de me rendre un week end a manille et aimerai le visiter.
Merci
Merci
Voila pres de 2 ans que Getehem ne viens plus sur le forum...
Oui, le volcan Taal est accessible a nouveau depuis 4 ans1/2.
raph
Tout ce qui ne me tue pas, me rends plus fort Ni dieux, ni maitres
Tout ce qui ne me tue pas, me rends plus fort Ni dieux, ni maitres
ha ok cool merci pour l'info, meme le lac au milieu on peut y aller?
On arrive le vendredi soir a manille du coup je pensais dormir la bas et partir le samedi matin pour le lac et dormir au san rogue paradise hotel que j'ai repere sur ce forum.
Est ce que c'est facile de trouver un taxi qui peut nous amener le samedi matin de manille jusqu'a l'hotel? Vu qu'on est 4 je me dis que le taxi sera moins cher que le bus
pour talisay, le bus coute autour de 80p/p. taxi, si tu arrives à négocier à 1500 ce sera vraiment bie ! sinon, oui tu montes jusqu'au sommet du volcan du milieu, 1500 p la traversée. 🤪. refuse de monter à cheval. pour trouver le chemin du sommet tout seul, suit le crottin !
cottet
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Hello,
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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!
