Retour d'un périple à Ganesha Parc (Thaïlande)
by Kania
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bien voilà plus d'un mois que nous sommes rentrés maintenant et je me sentirais libérée d'un poids que lorsque j'aurai raconté notre périple à Ganesha Parc. Surtout aprés avoir lu tous ces posts...
J'ai passé des mois à concocter notre rencontre avec les éléphants chez François Collier, notre vol pour Bangkok début aout en poche je reçois un mail de F.C quelques jours avant notre depart nous informant d'une grève des éléphants! J'ai cru à un canular, mais non, il rencontrait des problèmes qui devaient se solutionner rapidement...
Nous changeons donc notre itinéraire, le site internet est fort alléchant, il semble proche de la nature, de seséléphants, je sais pertinemment que c'est une activité ultra touristique, j'ai peur de tomber sur un mauvais plan là-bas cela fait des mois que nous rêvons de ce moment nous ne voulons donc pas annuler.
Nous(4 adultes et 3 ados) descendons donc dans le sud plus tot que prévu, pas grave nous n'avons rien réservé ce n'est donc pas un problème.
Bangkok, Chumphon et ko tao dans la foulée je passe les détails car tout a été génial, magnifiquement beau mais bon j'y reviendrai à la demande pour plus de détails.
aprés une 15zaine de jrs à bourlinguer nous reprenons contact avec F.Collier et convenons d'une date pour nous retrouver à la gare de Nam Tok.
Départ donc de kanchanabury en train 3eme classe pour montrer à nos ados ttes les facettes des transports en Asie! Le train est annonçé avec 1h30 de retard, pas grave nous sommes en vacances. Arrivés donc plus tard que prévu à Nam Tok je cherche F.C. qui a du etre informé de ce retard; nous mangeons en attendant mais l'heure tourne et tjrs personne! Je prends donc mon teléphone, l'appele et m'entend dire qu'il est avec des clients en ballade et nous demande d'aller a son camp!!! La fatigue aidant je m'énerve me rendant compte qu'il avait pris une double résa et nous laissés sur le carreau à cause de notre retard!!! Il est 15h déjà je négocie les frais de pickup à sa charge car son camp est à 40mn de la gare.
Arrivés làbas personne à part ses enfants (adorables);une fois coincés là impossible d'en repartir à cette heure ci car l'endroit est loin de tout; bien sur plus de bus, bref le piège! A 19h F.C. arrive avec ses clients (eux ravis de leur ballade), nous plus tendus lui demandons des explications. Nous essayons de faire bonne figure devant les gamins, le soir le repas est trés bannal je rappelle que le tarif chambre+diner+éléphants est de 1400bath par personne, ce qui est pas mal pour notre budget. bref le lendemain matin une ballade avec son fils est improvisé car nous ne voulons pas faire les balades payantes qu'il nous propose.Je passerai sur ces détails aussi; Nous partons en début d'aprés midi avec FC. vers un autre camp d'éléphants car il sous loue la prestation n'en n'ayant pas lui même.Je comprend que son mail n'est qu'un leure. Nous faisons donc le bain avec les éléphants dans un endroit plus que glauque, limite en sécurité car à coté de barges et de pontons, trop d'éléphants dans ce petit périmètre un des gamins panique, mais bon cela passe, nous remontons récupérer nos montures, partons tous avec un cornac en direction de la forêt pour aller coucher nos beaux Babar; la balade dure environ 20 mn, je n'arrête pas de toucher les poils droits sur sa tête, j'apprécie énormément ce petit moment. Arrivés au terme de la balade nous nous rendons compte qu'il manque ma belle-soeur, nous pensons qu'elle va arriver bientot mais non aprés avoir attendu un moment nous retournons jusqu'au lieu de départ du camp; Là nous la retrouvons enfin la mine décomposée tant par les nerfs que par déception et nous raconte que sa balade s'est résumée à faire 200m avec l'éléphant pour le coucher derriere le bosquet d'en face!!!!!!! L'arnaque est à son comble, F.Collier s'est éclipsé depuis fort longtemps sachant pertinement que sa prestation est à des années lumières de celle proposée. Dépités, nous rentrons tous fourbus en pickup jusqu'à Kanchanabury; Je suis trés amère de cette mésaventure car j'ai embarqué toute la famille dans cette galère, moi qui croyait que cela allait etre un moment magique; D'autres amis attendent toujours de se faire rembourser, alors que FC se vante d'avoir remboursé tout le monde. le comble c'est que F.C leur demande avec cet argent de parrainer des éléphants qui'il n'a pas!
Je voyage depuis des années maintenant et c'est bien la première fois qu'un plan aussi foireux m'arrive, je ne me suis pas méfier car mon envie de voir et toucher des éléphants a été plus forte que la raison.
Voilà je ne fais que raconter ce qu'il nous est arrivés à vous de juger et de rester vigilent.
A part cela notre voyage a été vraiment génial les thais sont des gens adorables eux.
je rappelle que le tarif chambre+diner+éléphants est de 1400bath par personne, ce qui est pas mal pour notre budget. bref le lendemain matin une ballade avec son fils est improvisé car nous ne voulons pas faire les balades payantes qu'il nous propose.
c'est pas tres clair 😄
c'est pas tres clair 😄
OUI en fait je parle d'autres balades supplémentaires style cascades, sources d'eau chaudes et autres prestations payantes proposées en plus de la balade en éléphants;
Z'avez perdu la belle-soeur ?
Dommage, la prochaine fois emmenez votre belle-mère ...
J'ai l'impression que vous ne comprenez pas la situation d'un français (?) en Thaïlande ("chez FC" (sic)), il n'est pas chez lui non plus ...
Dommage, la prochaine fois emmenez votre belle-mère ...
J'ai l'impression que vous ne comprenez pas la situation d'un français (?) en Thaïlande ("chez FC" (sic)), il n'est pas chez lui non plus ...
Si vous avez compris tout ce que je viens de vous dire, c'est que j'ai dû faire une erreur quelque part. - Alan Greenspan
Science sans conscience n'est que ruine de l'âme - Rabelais
Pour que ce genre de chose ne se produise plus, pour que je n'ai plus besoin d'accompagner les gens dans un autre camp d'éléphant (le Somnuck en l'occurence) et pour que la prestation concorde avec la description que j'en fais sur le net, nous avons bloqué le système de réservation jusqu'à ce que le camp soit parfaitement aménagé et que les éléphants soient de nouveau là.
Nous nous déplaçons de quelques centaines de mètres sur un terrain beaucoup plus vaste qui va de la rivière jusqu'à la forêt qui se trouve derrière le temple.
Quant aux personnes qui sont venues dans notre camp d'éléphants sans éléphants, je leur ai proposé de les inviter gratuitement l'année prochaine, c'est malheureusement tout ce que je peux faire !
Notre bonheur dépend de notre capacité à être satisfait. (Dalaï Lama)
http://youtu.be/1dcQ1W3vQNo
Pas sur que 4 adultes et 3 enfants reprennent un billet A/R pour la Thailande l'annee prochaine pour profiter de cette offre. Pas sur qu'un remboursement meme partiel soit ce qu'elle demande.... je crois qu'elle attendait d'abord des excuses plutot que des justifications.
Le remboursement, j'en ai plusieurs en cours, et je n'y arrive pas....
Les excuses, ils les ont eues, je les réitère, ils savent bien que ce n'est pas du tout mon but d'arnaquer ou de mal recevoir et c'est bien pour cela que j'arrête tout en ce moment pour repartir du bon pied !
En plus de tomber sur mon camp d'éléphants sans éléphants, ils ont eu la malchance d'arriver au Sumnuck jusque quand ils venaient d'avoir un grave différent avec le propriétaire du terrain ce qui fait qu'il n'y avait plus d'accès à la plage...
Par ailleurs, j'avais cru comprendre qu'ils reviendraient l'année prochaine !
Notre bonheur dépend de notre capacité à être satisfait. (Dalaï Lama)
http://youtu.be/1dcQ1W3vQNo
A quoi ça sert un message comme cela sur un forum ???... A RIEN si ce n'est à faire du mal à un type qui essaye de bien faire à 10 000 kilomètres de chez lui !
Si je cherche un peu sur Internet, je peux t'opposer des dizaines de messages de touristes qui ont passer un MERVEILLEUX séjour chez FC avec ses éléphants !
Je suis stupéfais du caractère de délation qui régne sur les forums en général !... On aime égratigner, on aime faire mal au moindre loupé.
Tout le monde fait des erreurs au boulot !... Heureusement que les patrons ne vont pas sur internet raconter toutes les conneries de leurs employés, on en finirait pas !
😠
Si je cherche un peu sur Internet, je peux t'opposer des dizaines de messages de touristes qui ont passer un MERVEILLEUX séjour chez FC avec ses éléphants !
Je suis stupéfais du caractère de délation qui régne sur les forums en général !... On aime égratigner, on aime faire mal au moindre loupé.
Tout le monde fait des erreurs au boulot !... Heureusement que les patrons ne vont pas sur internet raconter toutes les conneries de leurs employés, on en finirait pas !
😠
les patrons ne vont pas sur internet raconter toutes les conneries de leurs employés
Dommage, pourquoi ne pas essayer ?
Au moins on rigolerait un peu ... 😉
Dommage, pourquoi ne pas essayer ?
Au moins on rigolerait un peu ... 😉
Si vous avez compris tout ce que je viens de vous dire, c'est que j'ai dû faire une erreur quelque part. - Alan Greenspan
Science sans conscience n'est que ruine de l'âme - Rabelais
merci de comprendre ma position, de plus je n'aurai pas les moyens de retourner en thailande l'année prochaine.
Cela sert à nous informer, à partager tous les points positifs d'un voyage mais aussi les points négatifs! Je comprends que cette personne soit super déçue, elle qui attendait son séjour auprès des éléphants avec autant d'impatience !
Je prépare un voyage en Thailande pour cet été, et j'aimerai passer plusieurs jours avec les éléphants et j'avoue que si une telle chose devait m'arriver, je serai vraiment déçue et j'aurai du mal à le digérer.
Cela dit, ce message ne va pas m'empêcher d'aller voir les (futurs) éléphants de François car j'espère bien que d'ici l'été prochain ses projets aboutissent. Sinon, il faudra que je trouve un autre plan.
Pour accéder à mes carnets de voyages : via mon profil sur voyageforum.com ou
http://ensemble-sur-la-route.perso.sfr.fr/ensemble-sur-la-route.perso.sfr.fr/Bienvenue.html
http://dix.mois.entre.parentheses.perso.sfr.fr/dix.mois.entre.parentheses.perso.sfr.fr/Bienvenue.html
Le but est juste de relater ce qu'il nous est arrivé, (d'ailleurs FC n'a pas nié ce qu'il nous est arrivé) mes propos n'ont pas été méchants car j'ai bien pesé mes mots. nous vivons dans un pays encore un peu libre et j'estime qu'il est normal de dire ce qu'on pense, pourquoi encensé lorsque ce n'est pas le cas le contraire s'appele l'hypocrisie.
les patrons ne vont pas sur internet raconter toutes les conneries de leurs employés
Dommage, pourquoi ne pas essayer ?
Au moins on rigolerait un peu ... 😉
🙂les grands requins de la finance pleurnichent et réclament de l'assistanat.... C'est le monde à l'envers..Renflouer les caisses des canards boiteux de l'argent du bon peuple.... En effet, sur internet et les médias les patrons véreux racontent beaucoup de conneries ainsi que les gouvernements!🤪
Dommage, pourquoi ne pas essayer ?
Au moins on rigolerait un peu ... 😉
🙂les grands requins de la finance pleurnichent et réclament de l'assistanat.... C'est le monde à l'envers..Renflouer les caisses des canards boiteux de l'argent du bon peuple.... En effet, sur internet et les médias les patrons véreux racontent beaucoup de conneries ainsi que les gouvernements!🤪
Bon, pour que tout soit clair :
Je propose à tous ceux qui sont venus pendant la période où nous n'avions pas d'éléphant de revenir gratuitement lors de leur prochain passage. Que ceux qui ne reviennent pas en Thaïlande me contactent directement, je ferai un remboursement partiel (disons 50%) mais il faudra attendre un peu, je suis actuellement complètement ruiné !
Nous rentrons en France (avec les 5 enfants) dans quelques semaines pour nous refaire une santé financière et j'espère bien pouvoir reprendre l'activité éléphantesque au printemps.
Ne faites pas de réservation tant que je n'ai pas confirmé le retour des éléphants, j'enverrai les informations sur les forums.
Je sais bien qu'un remboursement partiel n'effacera jamais la déception de ceux qui sont venus de loin pour vivre quelque chose d'exceptionnel mais j'espère au moins que vous comprendrez que moi aussi j'ai du affronter des situations difficiles !
Notre bonheur dépend de notre capacité à être satisfait. (Dalaï Lama)
http://youtu.be/1dcQ1W3vQNo
Bonjour,
Je viens de lire votre petit texte sur les éléphants et cela va me permettre de ne pas organiser ce dont ma fille rêvait : deux jours au Ganesha Park en février.
Par contre, comme nous partons en Thailande du 18 janvier au 7 février, et que c'est la première fois est ce que vous avez quelques conseils sur : - une petite semaine dans une île : j'hésite entre Ko phi phi, Ko lanta ou Ko tao . Une semaine à Chiang Mai : voayage en train depuis Bangkok ? Un hébergement sur Bangkok.
Nous partons nous aussi avec nos deux ados (13 et 15), recherchons des endroits simples (mais pas trop quand même), pas trop peuplé.
Merci de votre réponse.
Véronique
vero
Bonjour Véro😉
Et voila une île et la balade à Babar en prime
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=990075;search_string=koh%20chang%20babar;
BKK - Koh Chang peut se faire certes en avion mais aussi en taxi privé ou bus (voir fonction recherche de VF)
A bientôt😏
Et voila une île et la balade à Babar en prime
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=990075;search_string=koh%20chang%20babar;
BKK - Koh Chang peut se faire certes en avion mais aussi en taxi privé ou bus (voir fonction recherche de VF)
A bientôt😏
Fred.
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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!





