Donc que du bonheur sauf l'hotel LE CYCLO à Phnom Penh qui ne respecte pas les réservations et qui est vraiment bruyant. Merci aux forumistes et j'espère que ces quelques lignes aideront ceux qui se posent encore des questions sur leur futur séjour au Cambodge. Je ne redonne pas les adresses puisqu'elles sont déjà dans les témoignages précédents.
Séjour au Cambodge en janvier 2010
by Nina11
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Nous venons de terminer notre 2e séjour au Cambodge construit en grande partie grace au forum.
Nous sommes vraiment ravis :
du séjour à Siem Reap (Le Tigre en papier : jardin agréable), avec Mr Am Nat le chauffeur de tuk tuk cultivé et de bon conseil, nous avons, hors pass Angkor, visitéBeng Malea (beaucoup de charme), le village sur pilotis de Phhluk (vrai village de pêcheurs, rien à voir avec celui visité lors de notre 1er séjour), la forêt pétrifiée. 3 jours sur le site d'Angkor, les indications pour monter au dessus d'une ou l'autre porte pour la vue et les photos, un petit temple accessible après 20mn de marches dans la forêt ...
de la descente du Tonlé Sap vers Battambang au milieu des villages flottants
le séjour chez Sam (qui commence à être un peu débordé par son succès), la vie quotidienne des paysans et petis artisans, le lac aux lotus (Kamping Puoi), les nuées d'oiseaux aquatiques au coucher du soleil, les balades en vélo ...
la route vers Kep depuis Phnom Penh et loes temples de la province de Takeo : les 2 temples au bord du Tonlé Bati, Phnom Chisor après plus de 400 marches (paysages superbe), Phnom Da , le plus vieux temple diu Cambodge, accessible en bateau depuèis Takéo,
Kep (Le Bout du Monde très bien), si agréable, Koh Tonsay idyllique, les alentours et Kampot ou nous avons passé quelques heures et qui semble aussi mériter un vrai séjour. Le Cambodge est un pays passionnant et qui évolue beaucoup (par rapport à notre 1er séjour en 2005) et que nous avons quitté avec beaucoup de nostalgie.
Donc que du bonheur sauf l'hotel LE CYCLO à Phnom Penh qui ne respecte pas les réservations et qui est vraiment bruyant. Merci aux forumistes et j'espère que ces quelques lignes aideront ceux qui se posent encore des questions sur leur futur séjour au Cambodge. Je ne redonne pas les adresses puisqu'elles sont déjà dans les témoignages précédents.
Donc que du bonheur sauf l'hotel LE CYCLO à Phnom Penh qui ne respecte pas les réservations et qui est vraiment bruyant. Merci aux forumistes et j'espère que ces quelques lignes aideront ceux qui se posent encore des questions sur leur futur séjour au Cambodge. Je ne redonne pas les adresses puisqu'elles sont déjà dans les témoignages précédents.
Bonjour Nina
Nous partons dans 10 jours pour le Cambodge (25 jours sur place) et le début de notre voyage est copie conforme à ton séjour. Nous passerons 7 jours à Siem Reap et nous comptons bien faire en plus du circuit classique les temples lointains. Quel est le temple que tu as visité après les 20 minutes de marche dans la fôret? Nous pensons aller jusqu'à Koh Ker et même Preah Vihear, mais là cela dépendra de la situation politique.
Nous prenons le bateau pour Battambang où nous passerons également 3 jours chez Sam. Comment était le trajet en bateau? Pas trop longue, ni inconfortable? Nous avons déjà acheter des coussins gonflable car mon mari sort d'une hernie discale et parait-il les bancs sont très durs!!!😕
Que veux tu dire par le commentaires que tu as formulé à propos de Sam? Nous comptons faire quelques visites aussi avec lui... après les avis si élogieux que nous pouvions lire sur ce forum mais tu sembles avoir quelque chose à dire!
Après Phnom Penh nous partons sur Kratie et le Ratanakiri et ensuite redescendre sur Kampong Cham et Kampong Thom pour rejoindre de nouveau SR.
Merci pour tes commentaires
Michèle
Nous partons dans 10 jours pour le Cambodge (25 jours sur place) et le début de notre voyage est copie conforme à ton séjour. Nous passerons 7 jours à Siem Reap et nous comptons bien faire en plus du circuit classique les temples lointains. Quel est le temple que tu as visité après les 20 minutes de marche dans la fôret? Nous pensons aller jusqu'à Koh Ker et même Preah Vihear, mais là cela dépendra de la situation politique.
Nous prenons le bateau pour Battambang où nous passerons également 3 jours chez Sam. Comment était le trajet en bateau? Pas trop longue, ni inconfortable? Nous avons déjà acheter des coussins gonflable car mon mari sort d'une hernie discale et parait-il les bancs sont très durs!!!😕
Que veux tu dire par le commentaires que tu as formulé à propos de Sam? Nous comptons faire quelques visites aussi avec lui... après les avis si élogieux que nous pouvions lire sur ce forum mais tu sembles avoir quelque chose à dire!
Après Phnom Penh nous partons sur Kratie et le Ratanakiri et ensuite redescendre sur Kampong Cham et Kampong Thom pour rejoindre de nouveau SR.
Merci pour tes commentaires
Michèle
www.kluger.fr
Heureux qui comme Ulysse....
Heureux qui comme Ulysse....
Bonjour
le temple dans la forêt est, je crois Preah Khan (sur le site d'Angkor),
par ailleurs nouveaux pb avec la thailande (vu ce matin à la télé thai, je suis à BKK)
pr descente en bateau, nivrau d'eau déjà bas, 8h de trajet début janvier, confort suivant le bateau (penser aussi au bruit du moteur) mais bien sur TB trajet
Sam est absolument adorable, on est vraiment TB chez lui, emmène ds des lieux très intéressants mais ne pas compter l'avoir à soi tte la journée
trés demandé donc prend des personnes qui logent éventuellement ailleurs
mais vraiment un garçon adorable
voila qques infos
Bonjour Michèle
Le petit temple accessible après 20 mn de marche en forêt ne doit pas être le Preah Khan (sur le site d'Angkor). Le Preah Khan est accéssible en tuktuk, il est situé à proximité de la Porte Nord d'Angkor Thom.
Il existe un autre "Preah Khan" (Prasat Bakhaeng) situé entre Siem Reap et Kompong Thom, au Nord de la RN6.
Le temple dont parle Nina est peut-être le Ta Nei, à l'Est d'Angkor Thom (près du Ta Keo). Le Ta Nei est très peu visité, on y voit de très belles sculptures (Apsaras…).
Pour la visite des temples voir : "Cambodge : renseignements pratiques pour visiter Angkor"
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2240305#2240305
Jacques
Le petit temple accessible après 20 mn de marche en forêt ne doit pas être le Preah Khan (sur le site d'Angkor). Le Preah Khan est accéssible en tuktuk, il est situé à proximité de la Porte Nord d'Angkor Thom.
Il existe un autre "Preah Khan" (Prasat Bakhaeng) situé entre Siem Reap et Kompong Thom, au Nord de la RN6.
Le temple dont parle Nina est peut-être le Ta Nei, à l'Est d'Angkor Thom (près du Ta Keo). Le Ta Nei est très peu visité, on y voit de très belles sculptures (Apsaras…).
Pour la visite des temples voir : "Cambodge : renseignements pratiques pour visiter Angkor"
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2240305#2240305
Jacques
Bonjour Jacques
Biensûr j'ai lu et relu et même inprimé ton poste sur les temples. C'est vraiment très complets et j'ai travaillé sur notre voyage avec ton aide!😉
Merci pour l'information et le nom du temple de Ta Nei. Nous avons déjà passé 3 jours à Siem Reap il y a quelques années et fait le tour classique des temples mais cette fois nous aurons 7 jours pour sortir des sentiers battus. Si tu as d'autres tuyaux, je veux bien🙂.
Nous visiterons peut être le Preah Khan pendant notre stop à Kompong Thom avec le temple de Sambor Pre Kuk. Penses tu que cela soit possible en une journée avec un aller/retour?
Merci pour ton aide;
Michèle
Biensûr j'ai lu et relu et même inprimé ton poste sur les temples. C'est vraiment très complets et j'ai travaillé sur notre voyage avec ton aide!😉
Merci pour l'information et le nom du temple de Ta Nei. Nous avons déjà passé 3 jours à Siem Reap il y a quelques années et fait le tour classique des temples mais cette fois nous aurons 7 jours pour sortir des sentiers battus. Si tu as d'autres tuyaux, je veux bien🙂.
Nous visiterons peut être le Preah Khan pendant notre stop à Kompong Thom avec le temple de Sambor Pre Kuk. Penses tu que cela soit possible en une journée avec un aller/retour?
Merci pour ton aide;
Michèle
www.kluger.fr
Heureux qui comme Ulysse....
Heureux qui comme Ulysse....
Bonjour
j'ai relu mes notes c'est bien Ta Nei, j'ai répondu un peu vite ce matin
merci pr la rectification
en ts cas pr la situation avec la thailande ça ne semble pas s'arranger (visite Preah Vihear) à BKK ça pavoise partout et le roi parlait ce soir à la télé
très bon séjour au Cambodge
Merci Nina pour ces nouvelles toute fraiches! Donc, je pense que ce serait plus sage de ne pas s'aventurier jusqu'à Preah Vihear. Tant pis, mais je suis sûre de trouver d'autres merveilles🙂
www.kluger.fr
Heureux qui comme Ulysse....
Heureux qui comme Ulysse....
Bonjour🙂,
je pense que ce serait plus sage de ne pas s'aventurier jusqu'à Preah Vihear
Si vous partez demain, c'est sûr qu'il est plus sage. Par contre impossible de prédire la situation dans 10 jours... Nouvelles fraîches (25.01.2010) : http://www.cambodgesoir.info/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=36479:pas-de-treve-a-preah-vihear&catid=15:politique&Itemid=32
Dans tous les cas, mieux vaut prévenir que guérir😉 !
Bon voyage🙂 !
Cordialement, Ugolin70
je pense que ce serait plus sage de ne pas s'aventurier jusqu'à Preah Vihear
Si vous partez demain, c'est sûr qu'il est plus sage. Par contre impossible de prédire la situation dans 10 jours... Nouvelles fraîches (25.01.2010) : http://www.cambodgesoir.info/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=36479:pas-de-treve-a-preah-vihear&catid=15:politique&Itemid=32
Dans tous les cas, mieux vaut prévenir que guérir😉 !
Bon voyage🙂 !
Cordialement, Ugolin70
du séjour à Siem Reap (Le Tigre en papier : jardin agréable), avec Mr Am Nat le chauffeur de tuk tuk cultivé et de bon conseil
J'ai eu les larmes aux yeux en lisant cette phrase et le nom de Mr Am Nat.
J'ai passé 3 jours avec lui en Octobre 2008, et ce fut 3 jours merveilleux (1 journée et 1/2 pour les temples, 1 journée pour les villages flottants (avec 0 touriste) & la forêt immergée et 1/2 journée dans la campagne (avec 0 touriste)).
J'espère qu'il va bien.
Ce qui est sur, futurs voyageurs, n'hésitez pas à faire appel à lui.
J'ai eu les larmes aux yeux en lisant cette phrase et le nom de Mr Am Nat.
J'ai passé 3 jours avec lui en Octobre 2008, et ce fut 3 jours merveilleux (1 journée et 1/2 pour les temples, 1 journée pour les villages flottants (avec 0 touriste) & la forêt immergée et 1/2 journée dans la campagne (avec 0 touriste)).
J'espère qu'il va bien.
Ce qui est sur, futurs voyageurs, n'hésitez pas à faire appel à lui.
Bonjour🙂,
au 50 de la rue 172
C'est trop tard, mais l'hôtel Cyclo est en face du Wat Sarawan angle rue 23 et rue 172.
Voir sur cette carte : http://www.canbypublications.com/maps/phnompenhstreet178.htm
Les conducteurs de tuk-tuk ne peuvent pas connaître tous les endroits de la capitale...
Peut-être qu'un cyclo-pousse comme celui-ci http://www.photos-voyages.com/cambodge/images/cyclo-pousse.jpg sur Sisowath😇 ?
Cordialement, Ugolin70
au 50 de la rue 172
C'est trop tard, mais l'hôtel Cyclo est en face du Wat Sarawan angle rue 23 et rue 172.
Voir sur cette carte : http://www.canbypublications.com/maps/phnompenhstreet178.htm
Les conducteurs de tuk-tuk ne peuvent pas connaître tous les endroits de la capitale...
Peut-être qu'un cyclo-pousse comme celui-ci http://www.photos-voyages.com/cambodge/images/cyclo-pousse.jpg sur Sisowath😇 ?
Cordialement, Ugolin70
Bonjour Nina,
Je cherche en vain à joindre un chauffeur de tuk-tuk, plutôt francophone, ceux dont j'ai l'adresse ne me répondent pas😕 Pourrais-tu me donner les coordonées du tien? Je vais essayer de le joindre, pour voir s'il est dispo en luillet lorsque nous serons à SR. Si d'autres ont des contacts là-bas...😊 Merci d'avance et à bientôt
Albane
Je cherche en vain à joindre un chauffeur de tuk-tuk, plutôt francophone, ceux dont j'ai l'adresse ne me répondent pas😕 Pourrais-tu me donner les coordonées du tien? Je vais essayer de le joindre, pour voir s'il est dispo en luillet lorsque nous serons à SR. Si d'autres ont des contacts là-bas...😊 Merci d'avance et à bientôt
Albane
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Bouddha
Bonjour🙂,
joindre un chauffeur de tuk-tuk, plutôt francophone, ceux dont j'ai l'adresse ne me répondent pas😕
Essayez avec votre hôtel😉 ! Demandez leur prix et voyez en fonction. Souvent les hôtels ont leurs contacts privilégiés et le Bopha Angkor, si c'est bien celui que vous avez réservé, a eu des directions francophones qui ont certainement laissé des coordonnées de tuk-tuk pouvant correspondre à vos désirs...
Cordialement, Ugolin70
joindre un chauffeur de tuk-tuk, plutôt francophone, ceux dont j'ai l'adresse ne me répondent pas😕
Essayez avec votre hôtel😉 ! Demandez leur prix et voyez en fonction. Souvent les hôtels ont leurs contacts privilégiés et le Bopha Angkor, si c'est bien celui que vous avez réservé, a eu des directions francophones qui ont certainement laissé des coordonnées de tuk-tuk pouvant correspondre à vos désirs...
Cordialement, Ugolin70
Bonjour
voici les coordonnées de Mr Am Nat (que j'avais trouvé dans voyage forum) senghakthan@yahoo.com
en faisant une recherche ou en remontant dans les discussions tu en trouveras d'autres
cordialement
Quelle mémoire 😮
C'est une idée excellente ...je vais de ce pas leur faire une demande, sinon je vais continuer à arpenter ce site incroyable!
Merci aussi à Nina11, c'est le guide avec qui tu as visité autour de SR?
Je vais le contacter pour savoir s'il est disponible à la période ou nous y allons.
J'ai d'autres noms mais qui ne parle qu'anglais et je pense que pour les enfants cela risque d'être plus difficile de communiquer...😕 et c'est quand même important qu'ils puissent parler aux autres directement.
Comme d'habitude, je ne dirais pas assez de merci pour l'aide que chacun de vous m'offre pour la préparation de ce voyage...
Les fourmis nous envahissent et nous commençons à ne plus pouvoir tenir en place (tu connais ça Georges 😉).
Pour une fois, je vais pas dire cordialement, mais bises à tous!😊
A bientôt
Albane
Albane
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Bouddha
Bonjour
Mr Am Nat n'est pas guide mais chauffeur de tuk tuk par contre il conseille trés bien, donne des recommandations, personnellement, ça me convient mieux qu'un guide qui accompagne tout au long des visites.
Il parle bien français, est très calme
Il est beaucoup demandé, nous avons eu la chance alors que nous nous y sommes pris très tard, qu'il ai une possibilité dans son emploi du temps
Il répond vite aux messages
cordialement
Merci pour ta réponse rapide.
Je vais lui envoyer un email et je te tiendrais au courant...
A bientôt!
Albane
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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!