Par avance merci Jean Pierre
Voyage un mois au Laos en novembre
by Jp1948
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour
Nous sommes un couple de 70 ans toujours pas fatigué des voyages . Nous allons partir le 1 novembre au Laos pour 1 mois. Comme d'habitude : 1 billet d'avion , 2 guides papier et le reste se décide sur place .
Quelques questions :
- A l'arrivée à Vientiane quelqu'un peut il me donner une adresse d'un hôtel ou guest housse pas cher ?
- A l'aéroport quelle est la meilleure solution pour rejoindre le centre de Vientiane ? Bus , Taxi ...
-Habituellement comment est la météo au mois de novembre ?
- Le visa coûte moins cher quand on le prend à l'arrivée mais est ce facile et pas trop long pour l'obtenir ?
- Si quelqu'un connaissant bien le Laos peut me donner des idées sur les choses les plus intéressantes à voir en 1 mois avec un petit budget je suis preneur .
Par avance merci Jean Pierre
Par avance merci Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
Jean pierre
Bonjour à vous deux,
A l'arrivée à Vientiane quelqu'un peut il me donner une adresse d'un hôtel ou guest housse pas cher ?
Pas cher, pour nous c'est entre 10 et 15 $/nuit ; si pareil pour vous, 2 GH que nous connaissons au centre de Vientiane, secteur Centre National Culturel Lao/marché de nuit sur les berges du Mékong : Haysoke GH et Mekong Riverside GH. Vous entrez ces 2 noms dans un site de réservation et vous aurez tous les détails et plan de situation. L'accueil au Mekong Riverside peut se faire en français, le patron ayant passé plusieurs années en France.
A l'aéroport quelle est la meilleure solution pour rejoindre le centre de Vientiane ? Bus, Taxi...
Pour rester en mode pas cher (et pratique), bus. Mis en service en février 2018, le bus/navette 199 assure des transferts réguliers entre aéroport et centre ville. En 2018, 15000 kips/pers. (+/- 1,55 €). A moins de 100 m à droite en sortant de l'aéroport.
Habituellement comment est la météo au mois de novembre ?
Bien et pas encore trop chaude. Généralement quand même au dessus de 30°.
Le visa coûte moins cher quand on le prend à l'arrivée mais est ce facile et pas trop long pour l'obtenir ?
Aucun problème, facile et pas trop long 😉. Prévoir 2 photos et un paiement en $.
Si quelqu'un connaissant bien le Laos peut me donner des idées sur les choses les plus intéressantes à voir en 1 mois avec un petit budget je suis preneur.
- Luang Prabang et ses environs (Kuang Si, Xien Men, Pak Ou ainsi que la remontée de la Nam Ou vers Nong Khiaw, Muang Ngoi et les villages alentours) - plaine des Jarres (Phonsavan), 3 sites différents à visiter - région de Pakse/Champassak (Vat Phou bien sûr mais aussi campagne environnante avec de nombreux temples boudhistes) - le S et les 4000 îles Je cite là ce que nous connaissons. Tout cela peut se faire en bus ou minivan. Prévoir des étapes raisonnables (6h maxi) et des séjours de plusieurs nuits sur place pour découvrir les alentours. Personnellement, nous circulons en moto (ou vélo). Location facile partout ; penser au permis international. Un coup d'oeil éventuel vers nos carnets (il manque les derniers séjours réalisés fin 2018/printemps 2019) les photos y sont géo-localisées et donnent un aperçu pour faire des choix : https://goo.gl/photos/LK4Lh9RKwvnxLDDdA et https://photos.app.goo.gl/Xzhw3FS5yeQCpciN8 (Laos en 2e partie d'albums). J'y donne quelques détails pratiques au niveau hébergements, trajets, durée, prix, etc... lisibles en activant les infos (cliquer sur le "i" cerclé, en haut à droite des photos). Bonne préparation et bon voyage 🙂
A l'arrivée à Vientiane quelqu'un peut il me donner une adresse d'un hôtel ou guest housse pas cher ?
Pas cher, pour nous c'est entre 10 et 15 $/nuit ; si pareil pour vous, 2 GH que nous connaissons au centre de Vientiane, secteur Centre National Culturel Lao/marché de nuit sur les berges du Mékong : Haysoke GH et Mekong Riverside GH. Vous entrez ces 2 noms dans un site de réservation et vous aurez tous les détails et plan de situation. L'accueil au Mekong Riverside peut se faire en français, le patron ayant passé plusieurs années en France.
A l'aéroport quelle est la meilleure solution pour rejoindre le centre de Vientiane ? Bus, Taxi...
Pour rester en mode pas cher (et pratique), bus. Mis en service en février 2018, le bus/navette 199 assure des transferts réguliers entre aéroport et centre ville. En 2018, 15000 kips/pers. (+/- 1,55 €). A moins de 100 m à droite en sortant de l'aéroport.
Habituellement comment est la météo au mois de novembre ?
Bien et pas encore trop chaude. Généralement quand même au dessus de 30°.
Le visa coûte moins cher quand on le prend à l'arrivée mais est ce facile et pas trop long pour l'obtenir ?
Aucun problème, facile et pas trop long 😉. Prévoir 2 photos et un paiement en $.
Si quelqu'un connaissant bien le Laos peut me donner des idées sur les choses les plus intéressantes à voir en 1 mois avec un petit budget je suis preneur.
- Luang Prabang et ses environs (Kuang Si, Xien Men, Pak Ou ainsi que la remontée de la Nam Ou vers Nong Khiaw, Muang Ngoi et les villages alentours) - plaine des Jarres (Phonsavan), 3 sites différents à visiter - région de Pakse/Champassak (Vat Phou bien sûr mais aussi campagne environnante avec de nombreux temples boudhistes) - le S et les 4000 îles Je cite là ce que nous connaissons. Tout cela peut se faire en bus ou minivan. Prévoir des étapes raisonnables (6h maxi) et des séjours de plusieurs nuits sur place pour découvrir les alentours. Personnellement, nous circulons en moto (ou vélo). Location facile partout ; penser au permis international. Un coup d'oeil éventuel vers nos carnets (il manque les derniers séjours réalisés fin 2018/printemps 2019) les photos y sont géo-localisées et donnent un aperçu pour faire des choix : https://goo.gl/photos/LK4Lh9RKwvnxLDDdA et https://photos.app.goo.gl/Xzhw3FS5yeQCpciN8 (Laos en 2e partie d'albums). J'y donne quelques détails pratiques au niveau hébergements, trajets, durée, prix, etc... lisibles en activant les infos (cliquer sur le "i" cerclé, en haut à droite des photos). Bonne préparation et bon voyage 🙂
Nos albums/carnets et vidéos de voyages dans mon profil, ainsi que:
http://pagesperso-orange.fr/miguel.angulo/
Bonjour
Et merci beaucoup pour ces informations précieuses . Je vais regarder vos photos quoique , avant un voyage , je n'aime pas en voir trop , parfois ça gâche la surprise .
Si j'osais je poserais une autre question ( j'ose) : pensez vous qu'en 1 mois on a le temps , sans trop se presser , de faire un grand tour au nord et quand même d'aller dans le sud ?
Merci encore
Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
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Un mois est court pour tout voir.
Je donnerais priorité au N et s’il vous reste du temps une escapade vers le S en prenant un vol Vientiane/Pakse. Cela vous permettrait d’aller vers Champassak/Vat Pou puis de remonter vers Vientiane en bus avec 2 haltes, à Savannakhet et Thakhek. Compter une bonne semaine.
En fait le S du Laos/N du Cambodge (en longeant le Mékong) mériterait un autre voyage 😉 pour profiter des à-côtés des nombreuses haltes possibles.
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http://pagesperso-orange.fr/miguel.angulo/
Bonjour
Sur vos conseils nous avons réservé 2 nuits au " Mekong Riverside"
Pouvez vous me dire si le bus 119 ( aéroport / centre ville ) arrive loin de l’hôtel , faut-il prendre un taxi ou est-ce accessible à pied ?
Merci
Jean Pierre
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A pied 😉, moins d'1 km.
De toutes façons, indiquez votre adresse de GH au chauffeur ; il vous débarquera à l'arrêt le plus proche.
Nos albums/carnets et vidéos de voyages dans mon profil, ainsi que:
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Bonjour je suis arrivé hier au Laos. Avalon résidence est à côté de la gare de van pour Vang vieng.. Tel (+856-30)5828801. Beaucoup de touristes ici à vang vieng mais je devais me reposer ac le décalage horaire et le train Bangkok Vientiane. Philippe a un restaurant le lotus juste après le deuxième pont a droite. Très sympa. Plein d'informations. Bon voyage. Jp semble bien mieux connaître le coin que moi cependant.
Bonjour
Merci pour l'info , je note le resto Lotus que nous ne manquerons pas de visiter lors de notre passage à vang vieng .
Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
Jean pierre
Bonjour et merci pour la réponse rapide .
Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
Jean pierre
Philippe m'a amené au marché local. Vraiment sympa. Marié à une Lao.
je commencerais par Luang Prabang, plus froid fin que début novembre, d'auatnt plu que Vietiane est moins intéressant
A l'arrivée à Vientiane quelqu'un peut il me donner une adresse d'un hôtel ou guest housse pas cher ? La Villa Sisavad, un peu excentrée mais avec grande piscine, ou, au centre, la Mali Namphu GH
A l'aéroport quelle est la meilleure solution pour rejoindre le centre de Vientiane ? Bus, Taxi... Tuk-tuk
-Habituellement comment est la météo au mois de novembre ? Ok
- Le visa coûte moins cher quand on le prend à l'arrivée mais est ce facile et pas trop long pour l'obtenir ? Ca prred environ 15 mn. Amener une photo
- Si quelqu'un connaissant bien le Laos peut me donner des idées sur les choses les plus intéressantes à voir en 1 mois avec un petit budget Guide du Routard impec !
4 jours Luang Prabang, incluant les chutes de Kuang Xi et la grotte aux 1000 Buddhas Bus LP-Nong Kiaw (fantastique !) et 3 jours (Nam Ou Riverside GH) Bus LP-Van Vien (2 j - Maylinh GH de l'autre côté du pont - Repas à la Gh et chez le français Lotus au coin du pont (un régal !)
Bus VV-Vientiane. 3 j Vientiane Bus Vietntiane-Pakse (une sacrée trotte : J'ai pris l'avion) Sabaidi GH 2-3 j excursion ds le plateau des Bolavens (avec l'agence Miss Noy) Bus Paksé-Champassak (Anouxa GH) Visite des ruines du Wat Phou + bus Champassak- Narasang + ferry 15 mn N-ile Don Jet + tuk-tuk pour l'ile de Don Khone (ne pas séjourner à Don Jet, une poubelle de jeunes ivrognes et drogués) 2-3 j Dong Khone
A l'arrivée à Vientiane quelqu'un peut il me donner une adresse d'un hôtel ou guest housse pas cher ? La Villa Sisavad, un peu excentrée mais avec grande piscine, ou, au centre, la Mali Namphu GH
A l'aéroport quelle est la meilleure solution pour rejoindre le centre de Vientiane ? Bus, Taxi... Tuk-tuk
-Habituellement comment est la météo au mois de novembre ? Ok
- Le visa coûte moins cher quand on le prend à l'arrivée mais est ce facile et pas trop long pour l'obtenir ? Ca prred environ 15 mn. Amener une photo
- Si quelqu'un connaissant bien le Laos peut me donner des idées sur les choses les plus intéressantes à voir en 1 mois avec un petit budget Guide du Routard impec !
4 jours Luang Prabang, incluant les chutes de Kuang Xi et la grotte aux 1000 Buddhas Bus LP-Nong Kiaw (fantastique !) et 3 jours (Nam Ou Riverside GH) Bus LP-Van Vien (2 j - Maylinh GH de l'autre côté du pont - Repas à la Gh et chez le français Lotus au coin du pont (un régal !)
Bus VV-Vientiane. 3 j Vientiane Bus Vietntiane-Pakse (une sacrée trotte : J'ai pris l'avion) Sabaidi GH 2-3 j excursion ds le plateau des Bolavens (avec l'agence Miss Noy) Bus Paksé-Champassak (Anouxa GH) Visite des ruines du Wat Phou + bus Champassak- Narasang + ferry 15 mn N-ile Don Jet + tuk-tuk pour l'ile de Don Khone (ne pas séjourner à Don Jet, une poubelle de jeunes ivrognes et drogués) 2-3 j Dong Khone
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Votre départ est proche 🙂
Juste pour visualiser le bus/navette :

Bon séjour !

Bon séjour !
Nos albums/carnets et vidéos de voyages dans mon profil, ainsi que:
http://pagesperso-orange.fr/miguel.angulo/
Bonjour,
Moi aussi, je suis une voyageuse senior mais le virus du voyage ne me quitte pas, bien au contraire ! Depuis la retraite, quel bonheur, cette liberté de ne pas se limiter à 15 jours parce qu'il faut retourner travailler ...
Bref, nous étions au Laos en mars et sommes restés 15 jours à LUANG PRABANG sans nous ennuyer une seule fois. Au gré de nos promenades, nous avons trouvé des tas de temples à visiter, tous différents.
Après le tumulte de BANGKOK, les hordes de touristes de CHIANG MAI, nous avons vraiment beaucoup apprécié LUANG PRABANG et ses habitants. Là-bas, tout est calme, j'avais même envie de dire au tuk-tuk d'aller plus vite mais quel bonheur !
J'ai rédigé 6 articles sur Luang Prabang; notre deuxième adresse de guesthouse, au centre de Luang, est vraiment à conseiller, à 20 € la chambre ou moins je ne sais plus mais c'est marqué sur le blog.
http://odile-en-chemin.over-blog.com/2019/03/bienvenue-au-laos.html
Moi aussi, je suis une voyageuse senior mais le virus du voyage ne me quitte pas, bien au contraire ! Depuis la retraite, quel bonheur, cette liberté de ne pas se limiter à 15 jours parce qu'il faut retourner travailler ...
Bref, nous étions au Laos en mars et sommes restés 15 jours à LUANG PRABANG sans nous ennuyer une seule fois. Au gré de nos promenades, nous avons trouvé des tas de temples à visiter, tous différents.
Après le tumulte de BANGKOK, les hordes de touristes de CHIANG MAI, nous avons vraiment beaucoup apprécié LUANG PRABANG et ses habitants. Là-bas, tout est calme, j'avais même envie de dire au tuk-tuk d'aller plus vite mais quel bonheur !
J'ai rédigé 6 articles sur Luang Prabang; notre deuxième adresse de guesthouse, au centre de Luang, est vraiment à conseiller, à 20 € la chambre ou moins je ne sais plus mais c'est marqué sur le blog.
http://odile-en-chemin.over-blog.com/2019/03/bienvenue-au-laos.html
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Bonjour
Nous sommes un peu dans le même cas sauf que nous deux avons 5 ans de plus et qu'il faut profiter des voyages encore plus vite tant que la santé est là .
Cela dit , merci pour les infos , nous comptons bien rester plusieurs jours à Luang Prabang .
Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
Jean pierre
pensez vous qu'en 1 mois on a le temps , sans trop se presser , de faire un grand tour au nord et quand même d'aller dans le sud ?
bonjour,
en un mois, sans vraiment se presser, on est passé par chiang rai en thailande puis luang namtha, nong khiaw, muang ngoi, luang prabang, vang vieng, vientiane, thakhek pour la boucle, 4000 iles, retour en thailande par ubon ratchathani juste pour le transit pour bangkok.
bonjour,
en un mois, sans vraiment se presser, on est passé par chiang rai en thailande puis luang namtha, nong khiaw, muang ngoi, luang prabang, vang vieng, vientiane, thakhek pour la boucle, 4000 iles, retour en thailande par ubon ratchathani juste pour le transit pour bangkok.
Bonjour
Je profite de votre présence au Laos actuellement pour vous poser une petite question : comment est la météo , la période pluvieuse est elle passée , quelle est la la température ?
Merci
Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
Jean pierre
Bonjour,
Je souhaiterais faire la boucle de Thakhek également, et je m'interroge sur l'état des routes (pistes ou goudron)?
Savez-vous s'il est possible de louer une voiture à Thakhek?
Merci
Un voyage c'est de nouveaux rêves qui voient le jour.
Bonjour
Nous sommes actuellement à Tha Keck et hier nous avons fait une partie de "la boucle " avec un scooter 125 cm3 . Dans la partie que nous avons faite ( environ 50 km ) c'est de la route goudronnée assez belle , quelques nids de poule mais ça va . Nous sommes passé aussi (mais en bus ) sur la partie de de Vieng kam à Tah Keck ( route 13 ) qui est aussi une belle route .C'est de la piste pour les accès aux sites mais , à cette saison c'est de la belle piste et c'est surtout le paysage qui est beau . Je pense que c'est la même chose pour toute la boucle .
En ce qui concerne la location de voiture , je ne sais pas . On voit beaucoup de location de scooter mais je n'ai rien vu pour les voitures .
Bon voyage
Jean Pierre
Notre plus beau voyage ? le prochain ....
Jean pierre
Merci pour ta réponse rapide.
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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!






