amicalement jonzthan
Bali, Flores, Gili
by Jonathan9400
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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bonjour à tous
Pour la deuxième fois je perd en Indinesie cette etee.Plus exactement à Bali.
je connai un peut Bali mais cette fois ci nous voudrions aller dans les îles de flores gili lombok et Bali.
Pouvez me dire comment se rendre à flores (bateau avion), les prix du bateau prix de l'avion et surtout le temps en bateau...
Car je sais que de Sanur nous pouvons prendre le bateau pourSanaussi aucune idée pour Flores.
Ensuite je voulai savoir combien de temps à votre avis il faut rester à Flores et à Gili..solives vous me dire aussi les grandes différences entre entre BAli et Flores et vos coup de cœur merci...
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me dire aussi les grandes différences entre entre BAli et Flores et vos coup de cœur merci...
parti 5 semaines en 2009, nous voulions aller à Bali, Lombok et Flores.
Pour Flores, nous avons renoncé 🙁. Pourquoi? Parce que la logique pour visiter Florès est d'arriver à une extrémité de l'île, de la traverser dans toute sa longueur (minimum 5 jours par la route) et de repartir de l'autre extrémité.
Nous n'avons pas réussi à mettre cela en place (avant de quitter la France mais aussi une fois arrivés à Bali) par bateau ou par avion...(soit dépenses inconsidéres, soit dates trop mal définies, mal ajustées à notre planning général).
Je peux par contre parler de Bali et Lombok. Dans les 2 iles nous avons loué des scooters pour rayonner autant que nous le voulions. (nous sommes aussi allés à Gili Trawangan: à part le snorkelling, pas emballés par cette usine à touristes...)
Les deux iles sont très différentes.
1/ Ne pas perdre de vue que Bali est la seule partie non musulmane de l'Indonésie. Aspects culturels donc très différents. A Bali il y a des offrandes, des autels et des temples partout, à Lombok les mosquées poussent comme des champignons.
2/ Je n'ai visité que le Sud et l'ouest de Lombok; beaucoup plus aride que Bali. Bali = rizières, Lombok = champs de Tabac. Dans le sud de Lombok (Kuta) plages absoluments superbes !
3/ Le tourisme est 100 fois plus développé à Bali qu'à Lombok (incontestablement Lombok est beaucoup plus pauvre)
En résumé, nous avons été enchantés de découvrir une autre Indonésie en allant à Lombok, de voir le contraste entre deux îles si différentes. Pour nous l'été prochain c'est une autre ile (volcanique et glacière) bien loin de l'Indonésie..je te laisse deviner😉
A ta disposition pour toutes autres questions.
Amicalement
B.
PS: un coup de coeur à Bali : les paysages des environs de Sidemen
Je peux par contre parler de Bali et Lombok. Dans les 2 iles nous avons loué des scooters pour rayonner autant que nous le voulions. (nous sommes aussi allés à Gili Trawangan: à part le snorkelling, pas emballés par cette usine à touristes...)
Les deux iles sont très différentes.
1/ Ne pas perdre de vue que Bali est la seule partie non musulmane de l'Indonésie. Aspects culturels donc très différents. A Bali il y a des offrandes, des autels et des temples partout, à Lombok les mosquées poussent comme des champignons.
2/ Je n'ai visité que le Sud et l'ouest de Lombok; beaucoup plus aride que Bali. Bali = rizières, Lombok = champs de Tabac. Dans le sud de Lombok (Kuta) plages absoluments superbes !
3/ Le tourisme est 100 fois plus développé à Bali qu'à Lombok (incontestablement Lombok est beaucoup plus pauvre)
En résumé, nous avons été enchantés de découvrir une autre Indonésie en allant à Lombok, de voir le contraste entre deux îles si différentes. Pour nous l'été prochain c'est une autre ile (volcanique et glacière) bien loin de l'Indonésie..je te laisse deviner😉
A ta disposition pour toutes autres questions.
Amicalement
B.
PS: un coup de coeur à Bali : les paysages des environs de Sidemen
merci pour tes réponse je connais Bali nous y sommes aller trois semaines il y a deux ans...je voulais te poser des questions plus centralisé sur lombok...la vie est elle plus cher que bali(resto sorti hôtels activités).pt on aussi se déplacer aussi facilemen que Bali?(scooter rout police...dangers)...
combien de jours penses tu qu'il Ft rester au minimum à lombok??
merci cordialement Jonathan
salut,
suis d'accord avec Batfut
1/ Lombok est vraiment plus pauvre que Bali... Gili Trawangan =usine à touriste c'est bien pour les jeunes qui aiment faire la fête... et les locaux sont peu sympa si c'est pas avec toi qu'ils font du bizz c'est avec un autre !!! Gili Air plus cool et trés calme...
2/ d'accord aussi avec Batfut Florès demande un peu de préparation l'idéal est d'être sur place bien sûr... en indonésie tout a une géométrie variable même trés variable mais c'est dans la culture on aime ou on déteste mais il est clair que pour les courts séjours y-a des endroits qui peuvent laisser une mauvaise impréssion ... dû au manque d'organisation mais c'est l'indonésie... tout est possible !!
passez du bon temps quand même !!!
suis d'accord avec Batfut
1/ Lombok est vraiment plus pauvre que Bali... Gili Trawangan =usine à touriste c'est bien pour les jeunes qui aiment faire la fête... et les locaux sont peu sympa si c'est pas avec toi qu'ils font du bizz c'est avec un autre !!! Gili Air plus cool et trés calme...
2/ d'accord aussi avec Batfut Florès demande un peu de préparation l'idéal est d'être sur place bien sûr... en indonésie tout a une géométrie variable même trés variable mais c'est dans la culture on aime ou on déteste mais il est clair que pour les courts séjours y-a des endroits qui peuvent laisser une mauvaise impréssion ... dû au manque d'organisation mais c'est l'indonésie... tout est possible !!
passez du bon temps quand même !!!
aum sawastiastu
Selamat sore:
Pour vous donner quelques infos sur Flores. C'est une île catholique, sauf la partie ouest de LabuanBajo Flores. Les paysages sont variés et superbes
en juillet 2011 j'ai traversé flores avec mes 3 enfants de 12, 14 et 15 ans.
Vous pouvez retrouver nos 60 jours en Indo sur: http://jalankeluargagisel2.skyrock.com
Pour visiter Flores si vous parlez un peu Indonésien c'est mieux.
Les guides souvent sont des florésien qui parlent anglais te servent d’intermédiaire pour affrèter bateau bémo, ils donnent souvent que peu d'explications.
Voici le déroulement des 15 jours- - J1: vol Jakarta/Denpasar/Maumere. A la sortie de l'aéropport de nombreux chauffeur: marchandage difficile. Nous nous avons opté pour un bémo. Nous avons dormi au Lena House dans la baie de Wodong. Simple mais super vue sur la baie et propriétaires sympa. - J2: ascension du Mont Egon. Nous avons avec l'aide des propriétaires du lena House affrété un bémo jusqu'au point de départ du chemin. Joli ballade dans une foêt. attention la haut de l'ascension est glissant dans un pierrier sans chemin tracé. Bien prendre le numéro de tel du chauffeur de bémo... le temps ne compte pas... ne pas payer avant le retour à l'hôtel. - J3: detusoko en bus. Installation à la mission San franciscus. endroit basique, très propre, tenu pas les missionnaires proche du Kelimutu. - J4: Kelimutu. Nous avons pris le bémo jusqu'à moni puis une voiture aevc chauffeur. Nous sommes arrivé vers 11h, il n'y avait que une dizaine de touristes. Les couleurs des trois lacs miroitent sous le soleil. Nous avons fait le choix d'y aller tard car pour voir le lever de soelil il faut se lever à 4 h et souvent il y a du brouillard. - J5. longue journée de déplacement. Kijian juqu'à Ende. Puis bus jusqu'à Mbay et enfin bémo pour Riung. Pour les bus il faut savoir qu'il tourne en ville pour remplir tout les sièges. Installation au Pondok SVD(Très propre, tenu par les missionnnaires) - J6: tour en bateau dans les îles. Nous avons vu les chauves souris géantes et le pêcheur propriétaire du bateau nous a fait grillé un poisson sur la plage déserte d'une des îles. Snorkeling. Nous sommes passé par un "guide" pour affréter le bateau. - J7: lever 5h, et bus pour Bajawa. Il n'y en a qu'un seul par jour. Arrivé à midi. Bémo affrèté avec l'aide du personnel de notre hotel le Sylverin. Visite de Bena te bains au sources d'eau chaudes te froides de Soa. Impossible de trouver un guide pour le lendemain, c'est la haute saison te il y a des cérémonies. Donc nous ne visiterons pas d'autre village traditionnels. - J8: bus pour Ruteng. Avec celui là nous auront plusieurs pannes comme lors des autres déplacements. Installation à la mission Maria Berdutika. - J9: je trouve un guide et nous pouvons nous rendre à Cancar pour voir les rizières en toile d’araignée. A Pagal nous pouvons assister à la réalisation d'ikats. - J9: Wae Rebo(ça se mérite). 3 h de voiture pour Denge, puis 2h30 de marche en montée dans la jungle et c'est l'arrivée et le repas au village traditionnel avec ses immenses toit coniques... vraiment à découvrir. Puis faire le chemin en sens inverse. Il est possible de dormir au village. - J10. direction Lambuan Flores. Nous stoppons à l'AGENCE kENCANA dans la rue principale. C'est une petite agence soucieuse du bien être de ces clients. Nous bookons 4j et 4 nuit de croisière pour rejoindre Lombok. - J11, 12, 13, 14 départ à 9h pour la navigation. Durant ces jours nous profiterons de faire du snorkeling, de nager, de visiter les dragons à Komodo et Rinca. Visite de Satonga, Moyo, longer les cotes de Sumbawa. admirer les levers te coucher de soleil. Une nuit de bateau agitée+++++++, mais l'équipage est super efficace. Les ados ont adorés ces journées de bateau, et ce qui ne gâche rien la nourriture est délicieuse. Selamat jalan
Voici le déroulement des 15 jours- - J1: vol Jakarta/Denpasar/Maumere. A la sortie de l'aéropport de nombreux chauffeur: marchandage difficile. Nous nous avons opté pour un bémo. Nous avons dormi au Lena House dans la baie de Wodong. Simple mais super vue sur la baie et propriétaires sympa. - J2: ascension du Mont Egon. Nous avons avec l'aide des propriétaires du lena House affrété un bémo jusqu'au point de départ du chemin. Joli ballade dans une foêt. attention la haut de l'ascension est glissant dans un pierrier sans chemin tracé. Bien prendre le numéro de tel du chauffeur de bémo... le temps ne compte pas... ne pas payer avant le retour à l'hôtel. - J3: detusoko en bus. Installation à la mission San franciscus. endroit basique, très propre, tenu pas les missionnaires proche du Kelimutu. - J4: Kelimutu. Nous avons pris le bémo jusqu'à moni puis une voiture aevc chauffeur. Nous sommes arrivé vers 11h, il n'y avait que une dizaine de touristes. Les couleurs des trois lacs miroitent sous le soleil. Nous avons fait le choix d'y aller tard car pour voir le lever de soelil il faut se lever à 4 h et souvent il y a du brouillard. - J5. longue journée de déplacement. Kijian juqu'à Ende. Puis bus jusqu'à Mbay et enfin bémo pour Riung. Pour les bus il faut savoir qu'il tourne en ville pour remplir tout les sièges. Installation au Pondok SVD(Très propre, tenu par les missionnnaires) - J6: tour en bateau dans les îles. Nous avons vu les chauves souris géantes et le pêcheur propriétaire du bateau nous a fait grillé un poisson sur la plage déserte d'une des îles. Snorkeling. Nous sommes passé par un "guide" pour affréter le bateau. - J7: lever 5h, et bus pour Bajawa. Il n'y en a qu'un seul par jour. Arrivé à midi. Bémo affrèté avec l'aide du personnel de notre hotel le Sylverin. Visite de Bena te bains au sources d'eau chaudes te froides de Soa. Impossible de trouver un guide pour le lendemain, c'est la haute saison te il y a des cérémonies. Donc nous ne visiterons pas d'autre village traditionnels. - J8: bus pour Ruteng. Avec celui là nous auront plusieurs pannes comme lors des autres déplacements. Installation à la mission Maria Berdutika. - J9: je trouve un guide et nous pouvons nous rendre à Cancar pour voir les rizières en toile d’araignée. A Pagal nous pouvons assister à la réalisation d'ikats. - J9: Wae Rebo(ça se mérite). 3 h de voiture pour Denge, puis 2h30 de marche en montée dans la jungle et c'est l'arrivée et le repas au village traditionnel avec ses immenses toit coniques... vraiment à découvrir. Puis faire le chemin en sens inverse. Il est possible de dormir au village. - J10. direction Lambuan Flores. Nous stoppons à l'AGENCE kENCANA dans la rue principale. C'est une petite agence soucieuse du bien être de ces clients. Nous bookons 4j et 4 nuit de croisière pour rejoindre Lombok. - J11, 12, 13, 14 départ à 9h pour la navigation. Durant ces jours nous profiterons de faire du snorkeling, de nager, de visiter les dragons à Komodo et Rinca. Visite de Satonga, Moyo, longer les cotes de Sumbawa. admirer les levers te coucher de soleil. Une nuit de bateau agitée+++++++, mais l'équipage est super efficace. Les ados ont adorés ces journées de bateau, et ce qui ne gâche rien la nourriture est délicieuse. Selamat jalan
bonjour merci pour ces infos en revanche je voudrai savoir comment vous y êtes pris pour prendre l'avion?avez vous réservez depuis la France ou une fois la bas...?(prix compagnies..)
merci amicalement Jonathan
Bonjour,
nous avons pris la Wings.
Le prix des billets diminuent plus le départ approche . Nous avons fait la réservation le jeudi pour le lundi.
Ce que je peux vous conseiller c'est d'acheter vos billets dès votre arrivée, je pense que passer par une agence est plus simple. Compter 70 euros le billets pour Wings. Très certainement que vous pouvez trouver moins cher, mais rappelez vous que toutes les compagnies internes sont black-listées. Wings est à peu près "sécure"!
Selamat jalan
merci pour les info!nous comptons partir 7 8 jours sur flore...pouvez vous nous dire les imancables pour flores(hôtels chose à voir à faire ...)
merci amicalement Jonathan
Selamat pagi,
ce qui est primordial c'est de ne pas perdre de vue que les transport sont lents, très lents.
1- Kelimutu. Nous avions choisi de loger à 20 km à Detusuko, à la mission catholique Fransiskus. C'est un endroit isolé. Vous pouvez choisir Moni mais les guest house ne sont pas très propres selon les dire des routards que nous avons rencontré.
2-Riung. Snorkeling dans le parc. Nous avons logé à la mission catholique. Très propre. Nous sommes passé par un guide pour affréter le bateau. Le repas est compris dans le prix de journée: légumes et poisson grillé sur la plage. Attention un seul bus pour bajawa à 5h du matin.
3-Bajawa pour aller faire le tour des villages animistes et bains aux sources d'eau chaudes de Soa. Nous avons logé au Sylverin. Il est à l'extérieur de la ville. Attention les nuits sont fraiches.
4- Ruteng. Idem logement chez les soeurs à la mission catholique(le meilleure rapport qualité/prix de tous mes voyage depuis 27 ans). De là nous sommes allez voir Cancar(rizières en forme de toile d'araigners) et tissage d'ikats à Pagale.
Puis je tenais absolument à aller à Wae Rebo: il faut compter en moyenne 4 heures de montée dans la jungle. Vous pouvez dormir au village qui est isolé dans la montagne.
5- Retour en bateau depuis LabuanBajo Flores à Lombok avec stop snorkeling et Komodo/Rinca avec Kencana Adventure.
Je ne sais pas quelles sont vos habitudes de voyage, ni votre budget... Personnellement, je privilégierais le retour en bateau à Lombok et laisserais tomber Riung. Si vous voulez gagner du temps prenez une voiture privée avec chauffeur. Si vous retournez sur le blog, http://jalankeluargagisel2.skyrock.com vous trouverez en haut à gauche les dates, cela vous donnera une idée précise du temps que nous pris et vous permettra de construire votre timing. selamat jalan
Je ne sais pas quelles sont vos habitudes de voyage, ni votre budget... Personnellement, je privilégierais le retour en bateau à Lombok et laisserais tomber Riung. Si vous voulez gagner du temps prenez une voiture privée avec chauffeur. Si vous retournez sur le blog, http://jalankeluargagisel2.skyrock.com vous trouverez en haut à gauche les dates, cela vous donnera une idée précise du temps que nous pris et vous permettra de construire votre timing. selamat jalan
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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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent posts on this topic, so I thought I’d create a new one. We’ve just started planning our family trip to Vietnam this coming August. We’d like to travel from North to South, starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh.
Usually, we rent a car when we arrive and manage on our own. But I get the feeling that in Vietnam, it’s more complicated... It seems like the only option we have is to rent a car with a driver? Is that really the case?
I’m thinking of starting with a cruise in Halong Bay since we arrive on my partner’s birthday, and I wanted a beautiful setting to celebrate it. So, is the option of having a driver wait for 2 days while we’re on the cruise really feasible?
The rest of the itinerary isn’t planned at all yet. I’d love to hear your tips. We’re traveling from August 8th (morning) to the 26th (afternoon).
Thanks for your advice.
I couldn’t find any recent posts on this topic, so I thought I’d create a new one. We’ve just started planning our family trip to Vietnam this coming August. We’d like to travel from North to South, starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh.
Usually, we rent a car when we arrive and manage on our own. But I get the feeling that in Vietnam, it’s more complicated... It seems like the only option we have is to rent a car with a driver? Is that really the case?
I’m thinking of starting with a cruise in Halong Bay since we arrive on my partner’s birthday, and I wanted a beautiful setting to celebrate it. So, is the option of having a driver wait for 2 days while we’re on the cruise really feasible?
The rest of the itinerary isn’t planned at all yet. I’d love to hear your tips. We’re traveling from August 8th (morning) to the 26th (afternoon).
Thanks for your advice.






