Je souhaiterai avoir des informations sur qimi chalet(vos impressions et photos) . Nous avons réservé 2 chalets pour cet été : VIP kemboja et le nouveau Whale chalet .
Tu veux quoi exactement comme info sur le qimi ????
C'est un super endroit avec des gens merveilleux , Rose (la patronne) est un amour de gentillesse et une excellente cuisinière. L'endroit est super sympa pour le snorkeling ( des requins a 20 mètres du bord, des poisson clown par dizaine , des grande plages ....... un paradis !!!
J'y étais l'année dernière, l'un de mes meilleurs souvenirs de vacances .
j'étais au kanboja pas mal, mais si tu peux prends celui qui est juste un peu plus haut ( me rappel plus du nom) mais il est un peu mieux , et puis ils doivent en construire un nouveau en ce moment même , envoie lui un mail elle te dira.
Il faut savoir que le coin est un peu humide, mais il y a tellement d'autres avantages a coté .
Bonjour, nous revenons cette semaine du Qimi ou nous avons séjourné pendant 6 jours , l 'endroit est superbe , les plages aussi , il faut bien préciser a Madame Rose le chalet que vous voulez avoir , ils ne sont pas tous du meme confort, clim .
Le personnel est charmant mais un peu désordonné dans le service , mais ce n'est pas pour ca qu'on y va aussi !
La cuisine est succulente , par contre pas d'alcool sur place , mais ils acceptent que vous en ameniez du continent.
Les habitués se provisionnent dans le quartier chinois de KT ou on trouve de la biere et du vin . Ca fait plaisir d'en boire le soir sur la plage avec les autres résidents .
Merci Tlambrette ,
sinon au niveau activités sur kapas , que peut on faire ?
Qimi organise des sorties bateau ? peche ...
nous avons mis une option sur les 2 chalets : hibiscus et bouginvillea .(car nous sommes 8 )
merci
bonjour Mimosa34
effectivement il est trés difficile de les contacter . le mieux c'est de passer un petit coup de telephone (en anglais bien sur) .
Pour info avec free , la malaisie c'est gratuit .
tu pars quand ?
bon voyage
Ah ok merci , alors je vais essayer un petit coup de fil .
On part en aout du 7 au 25 , un petit tour Kuala Lumpur , taman negara , les iles peranthian , pulau kapas et on termine pa un retour de Singapour .
Voila si jamais tu as des bon tuyaux je suis preneur 😉
je rentre juste de Malaisie et suis allé sur Kapas: c'est superbe!!! je n'ai pas logé chez Qimi (elle a mis trop longtemps à me répondre) mais y suis allé à la plage, c'est vraiment beau!! Ils organisent de sorties snorkeling et peche d'apres les panneaux. Kapas est vraiment mon coup de coeur, l'ile est magnifique et les fonds splendides! J'ai nagé avec un tortues, magique!! Et tu peux te promener de plage en plage, te poser et manger un bout dans un petit resto les pieds dans le sable pour 3€ par personne :) J'ai logé à Kapas turtle valley en bout de l'ile (15 min a pied de cher Qimi), le top du top et le diner vraiment exceptionnel!! Si tu veux des infos hesite pas.
Salut sebastien
ok merci , je vais essayer une resa au turtlevalley , je vais voire si je suis plus veinard , tu dis sinon que l'endroit sympa ?
POur les perhentian t'as pas un tuyaux ? le D'lagon au nord de kecil ne repond pas non plus ? Domage le style d'endroit me plaisait...
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au fait j'avais lu que les proprio du turtle valley sont hollandais et plutôt chiant ? quand penses tu ? et aux niveau des prix du restau c quoi ? certain disent que c un peu chere ?
merci pour ce complement d'info
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Pour le turle valley j'ai vraiment adoré: max 18 personnes sur place répartis sur 8-10 bungalows donc ambiance tres sympa, plage privée, tres bon spot de snorkeling à 200m, bungalows tres sympas dans la foret avec tous vue sur mer. Et j'ai eu la chance (comme beaucoup apparement) de nager avec une tortue juste devant la plage de l'hotel, vraiment génial!!!
Et pour réserver, tu leur envoie un mail via leur site et hop ils te gardent la chambre sans donner tes n° de carte ni autre garantie :)
Pour les proprios, c'est un couple de hollandais, Sylvia et Peter, ils sont tres accueillant (surtout elle, lui s'occupe moins des guests) et le dinner fait maison par Sylvia est vraiment surper bon (plats malais, bbq...)! Elle meriterait une etoile au michelin lol. C'est sur que c'est un peu plus cher qu'ailleurs pour manger mais ca n'est pas comparable non plus, moi je trouve que le supplément en vaut vraiment le coup et tu ne te ruines pas non plus! 30-40 RM le dinner (soit a peine 10€) pour les meilleurs plats mangés en Malaisie. Et c'est assez convivial, tout le monde se parle.
Pour les perentian je n'y suis pas allé cette fois donc mes tuyaux datent un peu, désolé... Par contre je suis allé à Lang Tengah juste en face des perenthian, et la plage et les fonds marins sont vraiment incroyables, un truc de fou! Tres peu de monde (4 resorts en tout sur l'ile et personne sur la plage) donc très différents des Perenthian (mais plus cher aussi), enfin tout dépend de ce que tu recherches, mais toutes ces ils sont superbes!!
sur lang tengah j'ai sejourné au sari pacifica. Apparemment les hotels changent régulièrement de nom car j'avais trouvé peu d'infos et sur le guide que j'avais, 3 sur les 4 avaient des noms différents que ceux mentionnés dans le lp(edition 2009). L'hotel a beau parc/jardin et une belle piscine, les bungalows sont grands et sympas mais globalement tu sens qu'ils manquent d'entretien. La déco est un peu kitch avec des sanitaires dorés (faut aimer....) mais t'as un énorme jacuzzi 2 places dans chaque chambre. Les hotels ne sont pas donnés mais comme t'as pas le choix si tu veux aller sur l'ile ils allument un peu. La nourriture tres moyenne avec peu de plats, endroit tres calme avec pas grand monde (limite plus de staff que de clients alors que c'etaient les vacances scolaires). Le soir c'est mort, pas d'ambiance. L'autre hotel d'à coté était blindé de chinois et on peu y manger pour moins cher et tu as un petite superette.
Par contre faut pas aller la bas pour l'hotel mais pour l'ile et la plage: grandiose!! Personne sur la plage, t'as les transats pour toi, le sable blanc, les hamacs sous les cocotiers et les fonds marins superbes! L'eau est super claire, très bonne visi avec gavé de poissons qui te suivent partout. J'ai meme vu un beau petit requin de corail :) Les perenthian t'as beaucoup de monde, lang tengah pas grand monde. J'etais deja allée au perenthian et voulait pas y retourner (de peur d'etre decu) mais voulais voir une autre ile semblable (niveau paysages). J'avais hésité avec Redang qui est aussi à coté mais est beaucoup plus grande. Enfin si tu veux, je peux t"envoyer des photos en mp pour te faire une idée.
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ok merci pour toutes ces infos , mais je crois que lang tengah n'est pas pour ma bourse , au sari pacifica il annonce 140€ la nuit...
par contre j'ai eu une reponse positive au turtle valley a kapas , cool
A bientôt si j'ai besoin de tuyaux
christophe
bonjour
j'ai eu l'occasion de séjourner a kapas il y a quatre ans. De toutes les iles de malaisie, c'est ma préférée car elle est encore très préservée. J'ai un service à vous demander. Il y a quatre ans, lors de mon séjour en malaisie, j'ai recueuilli un petit chaton d'environ 5 semaines qui avait perdu un oeil et que j'ai ramassé dans le caniveau a Kuala terrenganu. J'ai voyagé avec lui jusqu'a kapas et Je l'ai laissé à qimi chalet car les propriétaires m'ont assuré qu'ils prendraient soin de lui et il l'ont appelé amour à ma demande. Pourriez vous faire quelques photos de lui et me les envoyer à votre retour avec des nouvelles ? Je vous laisse mon mail marina.charpillat@wanadoo.fr. Je pense que kapas vous plaira si vous aimez les endroits paradisiaques et préservés et comme le disais une autre internaute on mange divinement bien a qimichalet. si vous voulez des renseignements sur la malaisie je me tiens à votre disposition car j'y ai voyagé seule pendant six semaines et ma fille y est allée plusieurs fois.
cordialement
marina
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Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi 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
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).
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!
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. ;-)
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! :-)
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?????
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
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.
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.
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
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! !
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?
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!