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Hôtel à Bangkok et Koh Chang?
by Mimietbad
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bjr, nous sommes en pleines recherches pour notre séjour, 1ére partie : Bangkok, puis repos à Koh Chang -Kai Bae, nous serons accompagnés de nos 2filles (2 et 9ans), pour BKK (3nuits) aimerions visiter les klongs, & Wat Pô ... quels sont les choses à ne pas rater, et quel hotel (plutot Khaosan ou Sukumvit) pour trouver des points de départ faciles...
Quant à Koh Chang (nous y avons déjà sejourné mais du côté de Klong Prao), nous nous orientons vers le KAI BAE huts, KB resort ou Coral Resort, étant donné qu'au départ étions partis pour reserver les Siam resort (mais apres recherches, il semble vraiment à éviter),
merci de bien vouloir partager votre vécu...😉
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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hello
sukhumvit sans comparaison il y a de nombreux choix et pas forcement tres cher evite juste le coin de nana soy 4 a soy 11 c est le repere des filles de joie khao san etant le repaire des fetards et pas tres familial sinon tu as le quartier de thewet qui est plutot agreable et tres relax un peu a l ecart c est le seul souci mais vous y serez au calme ... visite golden mountain , les marches , le quartier chinois tres sympa et les restaurants ^^
en ce qui concerne kho chang jy ai ete 2 fois et ca fais deja quelques annees deja mais a l epoque j avais trouver des bungalows tres agreables sur kai bae beach mais la mer etait assez agiter impossible de me rappeller le nom j en ai fais tellement l ideal reste de se poser avec vos filles la premiere nuit et ensuite tu fais un pti tour de lile et tu trouves l endroit de tes reves ca te prendra une matinee pour voir les bungalows aux environs et choisis celui qui vous plaira en negociant ferme ^^
sukhumvit sans comparaison il y a de nombreux choix et pas forcement tres cher evite juste le coin de nana soy 4 a soy 11 c est le repere des filles de joie khao san etant le repaire des fetards et pas tres familial sinon tu as le quartier de thewet qui est plutot agreable et tres relax un peu a l ecart c est le seul souci mais vous y serez au calme ... visite golden mountain , les marches , le quartier chinois tres sympa et les restaurants ^^
en ce qui concerne kho chang jy ai ete 2 fois et ca fais deja quelques annees deja mais a l epoque j avais trouver des bungalows tres agreables sur kai bae beach mais la mer etait assez agiter impossible de me rappeller le nom j en ai fais tellement l ideal reste de se poser avec vos filles la premiere nuit et ensuite tu fais un pti tour de lile et tu trouves l endroit de tes reves ca te prendra une matinee pour voir les bungalows aux environs et choisis celui qui vous plaira en negociant ferme ^^
sanuk mai
quels sont les choses à ne pas rater
BKK : Un spectacle culturel époustouflant : http://www.siamniramit.com/ 🙂 Ou/et: BKK à vos pieds, féerique Buffet a volonté (boissons standards comprises) pour +/- 350 Bahts au 79ieme étage, Stella Palace Chinese Restaurant Service Hours 17.30 - 22.30 hrs. International & Chinese Buffet Dinner : 17.30 - 22.30 hrs
http://www.baiyokehotel.com/...taurants&lang=en
Pour la digestion, grimpez d’un étage (gratuit), plateforme tournante a 360°
😉
BKK : Un spectacle culturel époustouflant : http://www.siamniramit.com/ 🙂 Ou/et: BKK à vos pieds, féerique Buffet a volonté (boissons standards comprises) pour +/- 350 Bahts au 79ieme étage, Stella Palace Chinese Restaurant Service Hours 17.30 - 22.30 hrs. International & Chinese Buffet Dinner : 17.30 - 22.30 hrs
http://www.baiyokehotel.com/...taurants&lang=en
Pour la digestion, grimpez d’un étage (gratuit), plateforme tournante a 360°
😉
Un grand merci pour vos réponses !!! 😉
OCTOPUSSS : merci pour les précieux conseils BKK, le pb pour KC c'est que nous partons pour les fêtes de fin d'année (15 déc au 3janvier) donc j'ai peur que les bungalows interressants soient pris... si c'était hors cette période ça aurait été tentant
THUAN : tjs autant d'humour, un réel plaisir de te lire, l'idée d'un hotel sur le fleuve est trés séduisante...
FREDO : trop drôle on parlait justement de notre "onglet", le meilleur steak de ma vie lol! (on était de passage en fév 2007, mon mari est Sénégalais et mesure 2m... on était avec notre bb et on a bien profité des Kickers...), super content de savoir que le resto est tjs là, on ne manquera pas de passer... (photo du bas)
KHATKHO : merci, c'est noté pour le spectacle, ça a l'air vraiment superbe!!!
OCTOPUSSS : merci pour les précieux conseils BKK, le pb pour KC c'est que nous partons pour les fêtes de fin d'année (15 déc au 3janvier) donc j'ai peur que les bungalows interressants soient pris... si c'était hors cette période ça aurait été tentant
THUAN : tjs autant d'humour, un réel plaisir de te lire, l'idée d'un hotel sur le fleuve est trés séduisante...
FREDO : trop drôle on parlait justement de notre "onglet", le meilleur steak de ma vie lol! (on était de passage en fév 2007, mon mari est Sénégalais et mesure 2m... on était avec notre bb et on a bien profité des Kickers...), super content de savoir que le resto est tjs là, on ne manquera pas de passer... (photo du bas)
KHATKHO : merci, c'est noté pour le spectacle, ça a l'air vraiment superbe!!!
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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s), pour BKK (3nuits) aimerions visiter les klongs, & Wat Pô ... quels sont les choses à ne pas rater, et quel hotel (plutot Khaosan ou Sukumvit) pour trouver des points de départ faciles...
bonjour sur le fleuve avec terrasse resto et piscine : le niew siam riverside et pour visiter les klongs et wat pô..et aussi le quartier chinois..., tout se fait par les bateaux publics tres sympha et economique (et pas de bouchons) a +
bonjour sur le fleuve avec terrasse resto et piscine : le niew siam riverside et pour visiter les klongs et wat pô..et aussi le quartier chinois..., tout se fait par les bateaux publics tres sympha et economique (et pas de bouchons) a +
😏bonjour. nous sommes allés par 2 fois sur l'île de KOH CHAN? L'île a bien changé;
Béton et encore béton, quel dommage!!!! mais elle reste toujours une belle île.
nous allons toujours au PLALOMA CLIFF RESORT, très bel hôtel et bonnes prestations.
il y a aussi des bangalows, mais il faut marcher pour accéder à la plage, sinon pscine
représentant des dauphins.... bel environnement!!
si l'adresse Email est toujours en fonction: plalomacliff@hotmail.com
tel:039-551119 fax: 039-551118
Mr. BRUNNER James
bonnes vacances A+ sur le net
CHRISTIANE
attendre d'en savoir assez pour agir en toute lumière
c'est se condamner à l'inaction!!!!!
merci...
En fait on cherche du coté de Kai BAe... mais ça semble compromis, soit pas de réponse, soit complet (Garden), ... le seul hotel qui colle à la fois à nos critères et budget, et surtout qui est dispo, m'a répondu via une adresse privée hotmail 🤪, et me demande un paiement accpte de 50%, via virement sur un compte bancaire privé lui aussi (pas de N° résa, pas decoordonnées précises BIC/SWIFT et surtout nulle part apparait le nom de l'hotel), du coup ça m'inspire pas confiance, ça vous est déjà arrivé? Je ne sais pas trop que faire...
C'est pourquoi pour l'instant on oriente les recherches vers KOH MAK, ou carrément chngt de direction vers Rayong (Koh SAmet), KOH Phi Phi (quoique chère), KO TAO....
C'est pourquoi pour l'instant on oriente les recherches vers KOH MAK, ou carrément chngt de direction vers Rayong (Koh SAmet), KOH Phi Phi (quoique chère), KO TAO....
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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Bonjour
Quelques tuyeaux : Pour ma part lorsque nous venons a Bangkok nous séjournons dans un petit hotel / Guest House AT HOME (tel 022814056 )qui se trouve dans une petite rue tout près de Kao san road . Chambre double avec wc douche eau chaude / Ventilateur 450 bath >>>avec climatisation 550 bath; Très calme , a 2 pas de kao san road Problème :difficile de réserver a l 'avance et pas de site web ou email
Autre adresse , plus cher mais beaucoup plus "confort SLEEP WITHINN un nouvel hotel a Rambuttri 950bath chambre double superbe- tarif promotionnel semble t-il , très calme ( y avons dormi 1 nuit car AT HOME complet )
A koh Chang le KB resort reste une valeur sure ( je parle rapport qualité prix ) Nous avons payé mi juin 2009 790 bath chambre double avec ventilateur , petit dejeuner compris , Bungalow près de la mer a kai bay
Siam resort tel que je l' ai vu en juin dernier est en plein travaux : A éviter pour l instant . Pas mal d' adresses ou de coordonnées d hotels a bangkok ou koh chang ( notamment carte d acces au guest house AT HOME sur le site - en Anglais - de Baan Zen (stages de Yoga ou reiki a klong paro )
Autre source d infos : Thailande autrement site en francais . des idées originales de logement ou sèjour a Bangkok ou en Thailande
Concernant le "bétonnage " de Koh Chang s' il est vrai que White Sand Beach la première plage est maintenant assez bétonnée ( rien a voir cependant avec Phuket ni même Koh Samui ) le reste de l ile conserve du charme pour qui sait bien regarder. La cote est de koh chang reste authentique ...mais beaucoup de touristes n' y mettent pas le pied !! ( Car le sunset , le coucher de soleil ...et a l ouest et la plupart des belles plages également)
Avons également séjourné a Koh mak et avons bien aimé notre sèjour de 3 jours a Pano resort ou nous avons suivi des cours de cuisine Thai a Smile Koh Mak avec une jeune femme thai d' une trentaine d année hyper sympa Leng ; La météo n 'était pas excellente ( pluie ) mais c' est un peu normal en cette période de l 'année ( saison des pluies de juin a fin septembre
En espérant que tout cela pourra vous être utile . Différent voyageurs , différents sons de cloche ... La thailande change c 'est vrai , c 'est parfois regrettable mais avons nous fait mieux sur la cote d azur , a Royan ; en Vendée etc ???
Cordialement . Bonnes vacances
Quelques tuyeaux : Pour ma part lorsque nous venons a Bangkok nous séjournons dans un petit hotel / Guest House AT HOME (tel 022814056 )qui se trouve dans une petite rue tout près de Kao san road . Chambre double avec wc douche eau chaude / Ventilateur 450 bath >>>avec climatisation 550 bath; Très calme , a 2 pas de kao san road Problème :difficile de réserver a l 'avance et pas de site web ou email
Autre adresse , plus cher mais beaucoup plus "confort SLEEP WITHINN un nouvel hotel a Rambuttri 950bath chambre double superbe- tarif promotionnel semble t-il , très calme ( y avons dormi 1 nuit car AT HOME complet )
A koh Chang le KB resort reste une valeur sure ( je parle rapport qualité prix ) Nous avons payé mi juin 2009 790 bath chambre double avec ventilateur , petit dejeuner compris , Bungalow près de la mer a kai bay
Siam resort tel que je l' ai vu en juin dernier est en plein travaux : A éviter pour l instant . Pas mal d' adresses ou de coordonnées d hotels a bangkok ou koh chang ( notamment carte d acces au guest house AT HOME sur le site - en Anglais - de Baan Zen (stages de Yoga ou reiki a klong paro )
Autre source d infos : Thailande autrement site en francais . des idées originales de logement ou sèjour a Bangkok ou en Thailande
Concernant le "bétonnage " de Koh Chang s' il est vrai que White Sand Beach la première plage est maintenant assez bétonnée ( rien a voir cependant avec Phuket ni même Koh Samui ) le reste de l ile conserve du charme pour qui sait bien regarder. La cote est de koh chang reste authentique ...mais beaucoup de touristes n' y mettent pas le pied !! ( Car le sunset , le coucher de soleil ...et a l ouest et la plupart des belles plages également)
Avons également séjourné a Koh mak et avons bien aimé notre sèjour de 3 jours a Pano resort ou nous avons suivi des cours de cuisine Thai a Smile Koh Mak avec une jeune femme thai d' une trentaine d année hyper sympa Leng ; La météo n 'était pas excellente ( pluie ) mais c' est un peu normal en cette période de l 'année ( saison des pluies de juin a fin septembre
En espérant que tout cela pourra vous être utile . Différent voyageurs , différents sons de cloche ... La thailande change c 'est vrai , c 'est parfois regrettable mais avons nous fait mieux sur la cote d azur , a Royan ; en Vendée etc ???
Cordialement . Bonnes vacances
"Le bonheur est un puzzle dont il convient de replacer les éléments chaque matin " ( yves Michallet )
"Le respect de l autre est a la société ce que l’huile est au moteur : il permet d’éviter les frictions" ( Yves Michallet )
Merci pour les précieux tuyaux...😉 (je vais me noter les noms d'hotels pour bkk, c'est vraiment abordable), pour le KB resort à KC, il est complet déjà..., donc du coup on a deux options l'une pour KOH MAK au lazyday resort ou (carrément ailleurs) sur Railey resort (pres de Krabi)...
mais on va se décider avant lka fin du w-end...😎
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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bonjour Michèle et Badoo
Nous sommes passé au Lazzy day resort lors de notre sèjour a Koh mak et y avons mangé : proprios thai très sympa ( Parlent également couramment allemand et anglais, je ne sais pas si cela peut vous servir !!)
Plage superbe , bien protégée ; Bungalows très clean et espacés
Au cas ou vous ne l 'auriez pas : site internet du resort :ICI ou également photos et tarifs LA
Très belle cocoteraie derrière le Lazzy day ; Belles ballades a faire a pied ou en vélo sur l ile
Si vous recherchez le calme , de belle plage de sable , et une vie" locale" koh mak est un bon choix ; Pas de bar a fille comme partout en Thailande ; Pas de magasins 7/11 mais néanmoins 2 ou 3 petites épiceries ou vous trouverez l' essentiel
L 'activité principale de koh Mak : Récolte du caoutchouc ( hevea ) et des noix de coco ( + bien sur tourisme en saison de novembre a Mai ); Excursions possible vers l ile de koh Kood tout près superbe semble t il ( Nous n y sommes pas allés / pas le temps )
Raley pres de Krabi est bien sympa aussi mais beaucoup plus petit : On en a vite fait le tour Concernant un hotel sympa a Bangkok avons également dormi une nuit a Diamond house a environ 80 m de kao san , juste apres le petit pont ; Chambres impeccables / tarif de base 1000 bath / nuit chambre double . Internet "rapide " en bas a la reception ou WIFI si vous avez votre ordi portable avec vous . Photos ICI
Cordialement. Bonne vacances
Raley pres de Krabi est bien sympa aussi mais beaucoup plus petit : On en a vite fait le tour Concernant un hotel sympa a Bangkok avons également dormi une nuit a Diamond house a environ 80 m de kao san , juste apres le petit pont ; Chambres impeccables / tarif de base 1000 bath / nuit chambre double . Internet "rapide " en bas a la reception ou WIFI si vous avez votre ordi portable avec vous . Photos ICI
Cordialement. Bonne vacances
"Le bonheur est un puzzle dont il convient de replacer les éléments chaque matin " ( yves Michallet )
"Le respect de l autre est a la société ce que l’huile est au moteur : il permet d’éviter les frictions" ( Yves Michallet )
RE 1000 & 1 merci Daiquiritoo😉,
ça y est nos vols sont reservés avec EMIRATES du 8 déc au 4 janvier (partons un peu plus longtemps que prévu mais a un superbe tarif... en prime 1ere fois avec l'A380... lol!)
à l'arrivée nous planifions une semaine à BKK (avec excursion organisée Tiger Temple & rivière Kwaï...)
puis une semaine à KC, et pour finir notre résa du 23/12 au 3/01 au LazyDays à Koh Mak...
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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youpi, la boucle est bouclée, toutes les résa sont en place
7nuits au "Sourire @ Rattanakosin" à BKK
puis départ vers Koh Chang
7nuits au Garden resort Kaï Bae
puis départ pour Koh Mak
10nuits au Lazydays ...
Reste plus qu'à acheter un guide (routard ou lonely ?) et à attendre le départ....😎
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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et hop on repart en Thaïlande mais cette fois ci en groupe (on sera 11 ^^), vols réservés avec OMAN AIR du 24/02 au 14/03, du coup on fera office de guide ^^
et c'est avec immense plaisir qu'on retournera à notre "petit havre de Paix" l'hotel SOURIRE où l'on se sent coupé de l'effervescence de Bangkok, est qui malgré son "calme" est bien centré...
(d'où la réponse sur cet ancien post, car perso on s'y sent réellement bien, et je le conseille les yeux fermés)
"On ne voyage pas pour se garnir d'exotisme et d'anedoctes comme un sapin de Noël, mais pour que la route vous plume, vous rince, vous essore, vous rende comme ces serviettes élimées par les lessives qu'on vous tend avec un éclat de savon dans les bordels."
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What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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. 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!

