Thaïlande: départ du Premier ministre
by Aroythai
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
La crise thaïlandaise a connu mardi deux rebondissements majeurs avec le départ forcé du Premier ministre Somchai Wongsawat et un accord avec les manifestants antigouvernementaux en vue d'une reprise rapide du trafic aérien à Bangkok.Discussion: Thaïlande
Les manifestants, vêtus de jaune, en signe d'allégeance au roi, occupaient depuis une semaine les deux grands aéroports commerciaux de la capitale.
Ils ont lâché du lest après un verdict sans détour de la Cour constitutionnelle ordonnant la dissolution du parti au pouvoir et l'exclusion de M. Somchai de la scène politique pendant cinq ans.
Le président de l'autorité chargée des aéroports de Thaïlande (AOT), Vudhihaandhu Vichairatama, a annoncé un accord avec "l'Alliance du peuple pour la démocratie" (PAD) en vue d'une évacuation de ses militants de l'aéroport international Suvarnabhumi.
Un premier avion pourrait partir "d'ici à 24 heures, s'il n'y a pas de problème technique", a-t-il dit. Mais d'autres responsables ont indiqué que la remise en état du site et toutes les vérifications d'usage pourraient prendre plusieurs jours avant un retour à la normale.
Le fondateur de la PAD, Sondhi Limthongkul, a promis l'arrêt de toutes les manifestations mercredi, deux jours avant le 81e anniversaire du très respecté monarque Bhumibol Adulyadej.
La PAD "a accepté de cesser les manifestations après une longue campagne de 192 jours. Nous avons remporté une victoire et atteint nos objectifs", a affirmé M. Sondhi.
Peu après 21H00 (14H00 GMT), a indiqué la police, plus de 7.000 partisans du gouvernement sortant, vêtus de rouge, étaient rassemblés devant l'Administration métropolitaine de Bangkok (centre-ville) pour protester contre ce "coup d'Etat déguisé", alors que l'armée a refusé de prêter main forte à la police pour débloquer les aéroports.
Suvarnabhumi (700 vols quotidiens) et Don Mueang (vols intérieurs) avaient été pris d'assaut la semaine dernière par des milliers de manifestants de la PAD, déterminés à achever la croisade entamée contre le gouvernement le 25 mai.
La fermeture des aéroports a bloqué en Thaïlande plus de 350.000 passagers et de nombreux touristes tentaient encore mardi de partir depuis les aéroports secondaires de Phuket (sud), de Chiang Mai (nord) et une base navale au sud-est de Bangkok.
La Cour constitutionnelle a rendu un verdict décisif qui a mis fin sur le champ aux activités du Premier ministre.
Le parti au pouvoir et deux formations alliées ont été sanctionnés car certains de leurs responsables ont été reconnus coupables de fraude électorale, notamment "d'achats de voix", pendant les législatives de décembre 2007 qui avaient mis fin à quinze mois de gouvernement militaire.
Au total, 109 dirigeants ont été exclus de la scène politique.
En vertu de la Constitution adoptée en août 2007, sous l'impulsion d'une junte, un parti peut être dissout en Thaïlande si un seul de ses responsables est coupable de fraude électorale.
Le parti au pouvoir regroupait les lieutenants de l'ex-Premier ministre et homme d'affaires Thaksin Shinawatra, renversé en septembre 2006 par l'armée. M. Somchai est le beau-frère de M. Thaksin, en exil.
Le clan Thaksin, populaire parmi les masses rurales du nord de la Thaïlande, est honni par une bonne partie des élites traditionnelles et des classes moyennes de Bangkok.
En mai 2007, sous l'impulsion de généraux, un tribunal avait ordonné la dissolution du parti fondé par M. Thaksin, le Thai Rak Thai (TRT). Il avait en outre interdit à 111 dirigeants, dont M. Thaksin, d'exercer toute activité politique pendant cinq ans.
crise Anticipant un scénario similaire, le PPP, successeur du TRT, a déjà créé une "coquille" politique vide, le Pheu Thai, où 216 députés épargnés mardi par la justice ont l'intention de se regrouper.
La PAD a menacé de reprendre son combat si les alliés de M. Thaksin revenaient aux affaires ou tentaient d'"amender la Constitution ou de brider le pouvoir de la monarchie".
La crise thaïlandaise a pris une tournure parfois violente entre pro et antigouvernementaux (sept morts, des centaines des blessés depuis août).
Elle n'a cependant pas perturbé le défilé militaire en grande pompe organisé mardi à l'occasion de l'anniversaire du roi qui n'a pas dit un mot sur les désordres.
Les événements ont porté un coup très rude à la florissante industrie touristique thaïlandaise et les pertes se chiffrent en milliards de dollars.
Le chaos a également coûté la vie à quatre étrangers -deux Canadiens, un Néerlandais et un Hongkongais- qui tentaient de prendre des vols dans le sud et ont été tués dans des accidents de la route ces derniers jours.
aroythai
Ok, merci pour l'info, mais c'est possible de tout regrouper sous un seul topic ??....
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
lacaille fait son journalist 😏
hello
je suis meme content
pas de probleme pour le mois de mars a phuket ( super, chouette)
vive les vacances en thailande
eh oui 2 semaines de reve
vive les vacances en thailande
eh oui 2 semaines de reve
aroythai
tiens
voila mon vol
Business Class
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Espace par rangée: 84 cm; largeur interne du siège: 48 cm; deux à trois menus à choix. A 330
Espace par rangée: 99 cm; largeur interne du siège: 50 cm; apéritif, 2 entrées, 4 menus principaux à choix, différents fromages et desserts.
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Espace par rangée: 99 cm; largeur interne du siège: 50 cm; apéritif, 2 entrées, 4 menus principaux à choix, différents fromages et desserts.aroythai
Iradium, tu as oublié un mot dans ta phrase : tu as une ordonnance à vie pour le viagra ?😏😏😏😏😏
Victoria
Pour la business class, je trouve que c'est pas très spacieux, je connais pas cette compagnie.......
S.D
Bonjour🙂,
ça manque de précisions !
Allons bon, un peu de sérieux ! C'est une compagnie suisse !😛
Cordialement😉, Ugolin70
ça manque de précisions !
Allons bon, un peu de sérieux ! C'est une compagnie suisse !😛
Cordialement😉, Ugolin70
Allons bon, un peu de sérieux ! C'est une compagnie suisse !😛
En regardant la photo, ca semble être la classe économique???
En regardant la photo, ca semble être la classe économique???
S.D
Salut cousin de la Belle Province🙂😉 !
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Parle-t-on maintenant du départ d'Aroythai ?😇😛 Premier ministre de la planète bleue 😇😎😏😏😏 ?
Le titre du message a été modifié.
Parle-t-on maintenant du départ d'Aroythai ?😇😛 Premier ministre de la planète bleue 😇😎😏😏😏 ?
Re🙂😉,
C'est sûr que au vu de la photo, on a connu des "business classes" plus spacieuses, chez ThaïAiways par exemple.
Pour autant, manquer de précision n'est pas la caractéristique de la Suisse et encore moins d'une compagnie basée à Zurich😛 !
C'est sûr que au vu de la photo, on a connu des "business classes" plus spacieuses, chez ThaïAiways par exemple.
Pour autant, manquer de précision n'est pas la caractéristique de la Suisse et encore moins d'une compagnie basée à Zurich😛 !
c'est une cie charter ? low cost ? ça donne pas trop envie
C'est un charter....
http://www.edelweissair.ch/f/
C'est un charter....
http://www.edelweissair.ch/f/
S.D
C'était la compagnie détenue par Kuoni. Donc considérée comme compagnie charter, d'où probablement les gains maximums de place...
Elle a été rachetée par Swiss en début d'année et opère les forfaits Kuoni suite à un accord commercial.
La remarque était du 2ème degré (opposer manque de précision et Suisse)😛, semble-t-il ça n'a pas été compris🤪😊
Elle a été rachetée par Swiss en début d'année et opère les forfaits Kuoni suite à un accord commercial.
La remarque était du 2ème degré (opposer manque de précision et Suisse)😛, semble-t-il ça n'a pas été compris🤪😊
part avec ton velo!!!!
Virtual A330 Le système Java doit être installé pour utiliser cette fonction.
Cliquez en bas sur le plan de l'appareil afin de regarder le A330 de l'intérieur à cet endroit en trois dimensions.
Cliquez en bas sur le plan de l'appareil afin de regarder le A330 de l'intérieur à cet endroit en trois dimensions.

aroythai
C'est Suisse, Edelweiss, probablement appenzellois à voir la grande place pour les jambes 😏😏😏, ou alors la photo a été pliée
Victoria
Hello,
Oh, shame on you, vous osez déconner sur poste avec un titre pareil ! 😛😏
Oh, shame on you, vous osez déconner sur poste avec un titre pareil ! 😛😏
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
Où Où ?
Soi Tiger, au début, vers le podium ?
Soi Tiger, au début, vers le podium ?
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
Ca me rappelle une chanson de Charlélie Couture :
Comme un avion sans aile, j'ai chanté toute la nuit, j'ai chanté pour celle, qui m'a pas cru toute la nuit
Même si j'peux pas m'envoler, j'irai jusqu'au bout, oh oui, je veux jouer même sans les atouts.
Tu fais semblant de regarder ailleurs, tu dis même que j'te fais peur, pourtant tu sais j'tiens plus d'bout, aussi crevé qu'un danseur.
Oh, il fait lourd, grande, grande nuit blanche grande grande nuit d'orage, le tonnerre gronde mais y a pas d'éclair
Ecoute la voix du vent qui glisse, glisse sous la porte, écoute on va changer de lit, changer d'amour changer de vie, changer de jour
Et même, même si tu fais plus rien, tu vois moi j'aboierai encore... mais tu t'endors sous mon piano, quand je joue faux
Oh libellule, toi, t'as les ailes fragiles, moi, moi j'ai les ailes fragiles, moi, moi j'ai la carlingue froissée mais j'ai chanté toute la nuit.
Comme un avion sans aile, j'ai chanté toute la nuit, j'ai chanté pour celle, qui m'a pas cru toute la nuit
Même si j'peux pas m'envoler, j'irai jusqu'au bout, oh oui, je veux jouer même sans les atouts.
Tu fais semblant de regarder ailleurs, tu dis même que j'te fais peur, pourtant tu sais j'tiens plus d'bout, aussi crevé qu'un danseur.
Oh, il fait lourd, grande, grande nuit blanche grande grande nuit d'orage, le tonnerre gronde mais y a pas d'éclair
Ecoute la voix du vent qui glisse, glisse sous la porte, écoute on va changer de lit, changer d'amour changer de vie, changer de jour
Et même, même si tu fais plus rien, tu vois moi j'aboierai encore... mais tu t'endors sous mon piano, quand je joue faux
Oh libellule, toi, t'as les ailes fragiles, moi, moi j'ai les ailes fragiles, moi, moi j'ai la carlingue froissée mais j'ai chanté toute la nuit.
Victoria
Merci Fortini,
Bises de Suisse. J'espère que tu auras trouvé un temps pas trop exécrable à ton retour de Thailande.
Amicalement
Bises de Suisse. J'espère que tu auras trouvé un temps pas trop exécrable à ton retour de Thailande.
Amicalement
Victoria
Merci,
J'espère que tu auras compris qu'il ne s'agit que d'un clin d'oeil. Edeilweiss a une excellente réputation, de plus tous les checks sont fait par SR Technics.
Amicalement
J'espère que tu auras compris qu'il ne s'agit que d'un clin d'oeil. Edeilweiss a une excellente réputation, de plus tous les checks sont fait par SR Technics.
Amicalement
Victoria
slt
pas de problemes
et vive la suisse libre ( comme disait jacques brel dans le film l aventure c'est l'aventure)
et vive la suisse libre ( comme disait jacques brel dans le film l aventure c'est l'aventure)
aroythai
lol, merci 😛
Mais depuis ce week-end on est un peu moins libres (plus de fumée dans les lieus publiques).
Vivement que je gagne à la loterie, je passerai tout l'hiver au chaud à fumer sur les terrasses 😏
Mais depuis ce week-end on est un peu moins libres (plus de fumée dans les lieus publiques).
Vivement que je gagne à la loterie, je passerai tout l'hiver au chaud à fumer sur les terrasses 😏
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
Tchô🙂😉 !
C'est effectif au 1er juillet seulement😛 !
Par contre, je vise la même retraite anticipée😇 ! Et y paraît que 100 % des gagnants ont participé. Y'a de l'espoir😛😏😏😏 !
C'est effectif au 1er juillet seulement😛 !
Par contre, je vise la même retraite anticipée😇 ! Et y paraît que 100 % des gagnants ont participé. Y'a de l'espoir😛😏😏😏 !
Et oui....
Valaisanne qui vit sur Vaud et bosse à Genève.... la totale question fumée!!!
Valaisanne qui vit sur Vaud et bosse à Genève.... la totale question fumée!!!
Victoria
il a fait de gros progrès en grammaire & orthographe 😏
demain, il a cours de musique, c est le pipeau pour preparer son séjour à Phuket 😏
1 Copier 2 Coller = Pas de fautes MDR
demain, il a cours de musique, c est le pipeau pour preparer son séjour à Phuket 😏
1 Copier 2 Coller = Pas de fautes MDR
"Dans vos phrases, n'utilisez qu'un sujet, un verbe, un complément d"objet direct ; Quand vous aurez besoin d'un adjectif, venez me trouver." (Georges Clemenceau)
Hello Vic🙂,
C'est l'entrée en vigueur de la loi cantonale valaisanne au 1er juillet 2009.
Elle est plus restrictive que la loi fédérale.
Cordialement🙂, Ugolin70
C'est l'entrée en vigueur de la loi cantonale valaisanne au 1er juillet 2009.
Elle est plus restrictive que la loi fédérale.
Cordialement🙂, Ugolin70
Ca vaut le coup d'avoir de la place pour poser son coude gauche quand on a pas celle pour mettre ses jambes devant soi...avoir le siège avant dans le visage fait partie du confort suisse ?
Peux tu poster les photos de la classe eco afin qu'on rigole encore plus ?
Peux tu poster les photos de la classe eco afin qu'on rigole encore plus ?
Quel est le prix du billet ?
J'ai voyagé une fois en 1ère classe sur un vol Séoul /Paris avec Korean Air.C'est vrai qu'on est nettement moins fatigué à l'arrivée et le voyage passe plus vite .Et surtout il est important d'arriver frais et dispo en Thailande pour être de suite d'attaque car les sollicitations sont nombreuses..As tu pensé à une préparation physique spéciale avant des vacances en Thailande ?
LOL ! Abstinence.😏
As tu pensé à une préparation physique spéciale avant des vacances en Thailande ?
As tu pensé à une préparation physique spéciale avant des vacances en Thailande ?
@+
Thibaut
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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!

