Bonjour
Je m'apprete à réserver un voyage au Vietnam qui comprend une petite escale à Phu Quoc pour une session plage, mais j'entends dire qu'il y a des méduses? Est-ce que c'est parce que c'était une mauvaise année ou est-ce récurrent? Merci de votre aide!
Nous y étions la semaine passée, il y a effectivement des méduses un peu partout et de plus en plus, résultat de la combinaison du réchauffement et de la surpêche ! Leurs tailles varient de quelques millimètres ( à peine visibles) à vingt centimètres. Bien sur elles sont urticantes, même les toutes petites, mais nous nous sommes tout de même baigné sans trop de soucis. Nous avons loué un bateau pour plonger dans les iles les plus au sud, il y en avait là aussi !
Si vous plongez, une combinaison fine vous évitera tout contact, sur les plages des lunettes de natation permettent d'éviter les zones trop fréquentées par ces petites bestioles...ce serait dommage de rater cette ile juste pour ça.
Il faut en profiter maintenant si vous aimez la vie sauvage, les plages immenses et désertes, le silence, les pistes en terre...dans dix ans ce sera bien loin !
Le littoral semble encore vierge, mais ne vous y trompez pas, toutes les plages sont vendues à de gros et petits promoteurs, y a plus rien à acheter, on construit même une route à quatre voies qui fera le tour de l'ile... ce sera donc bientôt aussi bétonné et triste que sur les iles de Thaïlande.
La mer est belle et préservée, justes quelques bateaux de pêche locaux, par contre les fonds sont pauvres, peu de poissons, peu de coraux, mais en meilleur état qu'en Thaïlande.
Il faut absolument louer des motos et partir à la découverte, jouer les robinsons en bordure de jungle sur une plage immaculée c'est vraiment super !
Sur Phu quoc on trouve aussi l'un des meilleurs poivre du monde, Un de nos plus grands cuisiniers ne jure que par lui, mais évitez de l' acheter dans les boutiques du centre ville, allez plutôt dans une ferme de poivre, vous aurez la meilleure qualité pour un produit qui se vend 200 euros le kg à Paris contre 4 euros sur l'ile !
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Il faut en profiter maintenant si vous aimez la vie sauvage, les plages immenses et désertes, le silence, les pistes en terre...dans dix ans ce sera bien loin !
Encore un +1
et ceci ne se limite pas a Phu Quoc mais a tout le Vietnam. Regardez ce qu est devenu le littoral entre Danang et Hoi An. Mui Ne c est mort, Nha Trang on en parle pas, Tuy Hoa une delicieuse "beton party", la baie d Along...
Depechez vous il n y en aura plus pour tout le monde !!!
Curieux ! je découvre sur un autre site une annonce qui propose la vente de terrains sur le littoral de Phu quoc ?
Sur l'ile j'ai longuement parlé avec des européens installés de longue date, tout est vendu depuis belle lurette, maintenant les plus gros propriétaires mangent même les plus petits, la course au béton commencera sitôt la route terminée...
Cette quatre voies se construit bizarrement, le chantier peut vous sembler désordonné car on réalise des bout de route un peu partout, normalement on devrait commencer à un endroit et étaler le goudron régulièrement comme on à l'habitude de le voir faire partout, mais là c'est autre chose, le chantier est réalisé par une multitude d'entreprises, chacune en charge d'une portion, si bien que ça parait un beau bordel si on n'a pas l'explication...
Encore une fois, dépêchez vous de profiter de cette ile magnifique et de ses plages sauvages...
Curieux ! je découvre sur un autre site une annonce qui propose la vente de terrains sur le littoral de Phu quoc ?
Il y a des particuliers qui veulent revendre, ça arrive parfois. Le problème est de bien se renseigner pour savoir si ce n'est pas une revente d'un terrain appartenant en réalité à l'Etat ou qui a été acheté sans toutes les garanties. Beaucoup se sont fait piéger et essaient de limiter les dégâts en passant le bébé à quelqu'un d'autre.
Sur Phu quoc les méduses sont simplement urticantes, un peu comme des piqures d'orties, ça gratte tout de suite, dès qu'elles nous touchent et ça dure plus ou moins selon les individus. Les petites, à peine visibles, transparentes, sont parfois très nombreuses, on se gratte avant de les voir, puis en regardant mieux, on s'aperçoit qu'on est au milieu d'un banc d'une centaine de bestioles !
Avec des gestes fluides, on sort sans se faire trop piquer, si on gesticule c'est une autre histoire...
Les plus grosses, 20 cm de diamètre, sont plus facile à éviter et bien moins nombreuses... certains jours on en trouve partout, puis on passe une semaine sans les voir !
Attention, au fil du temps, plus vous serez piqués et plus les réactions seront fortes... amusant, non ?
Abalone, on aimerait une explication à propos de ta photo, c'est une farce ? C'est quoi cette couleur verte et ces lunettes ?
Très exactement ce que j'ai entendu sur l'ile ! On est propriétaire un jour et le lendemain on pleure...
Il n'y a pas que sur l'île, c'est un peu la même chose partout, mais cela tend à diminuer car les gens commencent à être plus prudents. Le plus "dangereux" est d'acheter avec un prête-nom, car là, c'est lui qui peut s'approprier le bien si les papiers n'ont pas été faits en règle.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
J'étais sur l'île en septembre, c'est magnifique! Ayant fait la Thaïlande après, j'ai largement préféré les plages de Phu Quoc. Cette île est très sauvage comme dit avant, et c'est vrai que ces trençons d'autoroutes un peu partout peuvent paraître bizarre. Pour ce qui est méduses, c'est vrai qu'en septembre il y'en avait pas mal. Des bleues de plus de 15cm de diamètre, et des plus petites transparentes qu'on ne voit pas. En se baignant en costume, ma mère s'est fait brûlée, mais effectivement, c'est pas plus douloureux que des ortilles. En tout cas, les vietnamiens se baignent avec un T-shirt, c'est certainement pas bête 😉
Quelques photos tirées de mon facebook si ça t'intéresse
Malheureusement, je n'ai pas accès à Facebook🙂
Ayant fait la Thaïlande après, j'ai largement préféré les plages de Phu Quoc.
Chaque pays a ses qualités et ses défauts. Beaucoup de plages de Thailande sont magnifiques, d'autant plus que souvent, elles se trouvent dans des parcs nationaux, la faune marine est protégée depuis longtemps.
Au ViêtNam, par contre, la majorité des plages sont sauvages et inconnues, pas l'ombre d'un bungalow ni d'une ombrelle. Je rencontre parfois un occidental qui s'y trouve plus ou moins par hasard, mais sans se concerter, nous n'avions jusqu'à présent dévoilé leur emplacement et c'est décrit nullepart dans les guides.
Des critiques sur le bétonnage des plages vietnamiennes sont partiales et très peu fondées.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Les liens sont, à la base, pour le créateur du topic. De plus, les photos sont accessibles, avec compte facebook ou non.
Je n'ai pas dis le contraire, je dis juste mon avis personnel et mon ressentis de ce que j'ai visité et j'ai, comme dis avant, préféré les plages du Vietnam à celles de la Thaïlande.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Alan merci pour ces belles photos... nous avions l'habitude d'aller chaque année en Thaïlande dans les iles.
Nous avons connu phi phi il y a très longtemps, on campait, il n'y avait pas d'hôtel, les plages étaient désertes ... maintenant pour y trouver un moment de silence faut se boucher les oreilles, pas une minute sans un bateau qui arrive ou qui part dans un bordel en échappement libre, grrr...
Sur Phu quoc on a retrouvé l'ile de nos premiers voyages, des plages sauvages, des chemins de terre, peu de touristes...on va y retourner cette année et aussi visiter le Vietnam un peu mieux, adieu la Thaîlande !
J'ai besoin de conseils avisés sur ces 2 destinations, en 15 jours
Nous atterrissons à KL on pense y reste 2 jours puis partir sur Bornéo et terminer par une ile pour snorkeling.
Pour ceux qui ont déjà fait quels sont vos incontournables?
on se disait peut être de consacrer 3 jours les derniers aux iles Perenthian, a moins que vous ayez uen ile à me conseiller proche de Bornéo,
Merci pour vos conseils et votre aide
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).
Bonjour à tous,
pouvez vous me donner vos avis sur mon itinéraire de 3 semaines.
nous sommes un petit groupe (famille + amis) 12 personnes, nous envisageons de partir vers le 21 Janvier 2027.
voici mon itinéraire:
3 nuits Bangkok
4 nuits Chang Mai
3 nuits Koh Samui
3 nuits Koh Phangan
4 nuis Krabi
4 nuits Phuket
Si suis également preneur de tout vos bon plan....
Merci à tous, Alain.
Hi! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
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
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 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! !