Je dois passer début mars (dans 15 jours !! ) 10 jours a Cebu (MoalBoal pour la plongée) et je voudrai prolonger mon séjour de 10 a 15 jours aux philippines (tourisme avec contact avec la population, balade a moto et non pas glander sur une plage )..
Dans l'urgence (je n'ai ni vol ni visa pour le moment !!! )
Questions :
De Cebu est il judicieux d'aller passer 15 jours a Palawan ? il est preferable de visiter les iles autour de Cebu ?
Dans ce cas qu'elles sont les iles conseillées et les meillerus spots dans la région de Cebu ?
Est il possible d'obtenir un visa directement a Cebu ?
Un antipaludeen est il indispensable a cette époque (mars ) ?
salut,
Cébu connais pas encore mais Palawan si. Je suis en train d'écrire mon voyage dans la partie "carnet de voyage" si ça t'intéresse. Evidemment je raconte un peu ma vie mais il y a des renseignements pratiques. Si tu veux des détails, n'hésite pas...
Je dois passer début mars (dans 15 jours !! ) 10 jours a Cebu (MoalBoal pour la plongée) et je voudrai prolonger mon séjour de 10 a 15 jours aux philippines (tourisme avec contact avec la population, balade a moto et non pas glander sur une plage )..
Dans l'urgence (je n'ai ni vol ni visa pour le moment !!! )
Questions :
De Cebu est il judicieux d'aller passer 15 jours a Palawan ?
RE: C'est faisable. Il y a des vols.
il est preferable de visiter les iles autour de Cebu ?
RE: Oui, surtout Bohol, mais aussi Siquijor et Negros. Tu peux même faire les trois en 15 jours.
Dans ce cas qu'elles sont les iles conseillées et les meillerus spots dans la région de Cebu ?
RE: Voir ci-dessus.
Est il possible d'obtenir un visa directement a Cebu ?
RE: Tu reçois automatiquement le droit de séjour de 21 jours à l'aéroport. Si tu restes plus longtemps tu dois aller au Bureau of Immigration à Cebu-City ou à Tagbilaran ou à Dumaguete (voir liste en bas).
Un antipaludeen est il indispensable a cette époque (mars ) ?
RE: Non, pas nécessaire.
Merci par avance pour votre avis .
et @+
Cheers, Boo
Bureau of Immigration Cebu District Office
P. Burgos St., Tribunal, Mandaue City
Geronimo Sotto Rosas - ACO / Regional Director
Tel. # (032) 345-6442-4 Fax:345-6441
Airport - (032) 340-1473/3400-751
Bureau of Immigration Dumaguete Field Office
Door # 8 Lu Pega Bldg. 38 Dr.V. Locsin St.,
Dumaguete City 6200
Peter Cabatingan Bueno - Alien Control Officer
Tel. # (035) 225-4401 CP: 09182808425
Bureau of Immigration Bohol Field Office
2nd Floor Sarabia Co, Torralba Bldg.
CPG Ave., Tagbilaran City 6300
Bureau of Immigration Siquijor Field Office
Ground Floor, Provincial Capitol, Siquijor
Eugenio Romey Delos Cientos- Officer-In-Charge
Tel. # 09174774398
Acpn13
Pinoy7, je te remercie pour ta réponse claire et nette !! ( ce qui n'est pas le cas d'autres réponses !! ).
Sur les trois ou quatre iles des Visayas Cebu/Bohol/Siquijol /Negros a (et éventuellement sur Palawan ) as tu des adresses de GHouse a recommander ? Pour un bon confort environ 20$ la nuit . (J'ai 67 ans, voyage seul et un peu de confort devient utile !! ).Des endrois qu'il ne faut pas manquer ?
Salut Acpn13 (quel nom!),
Voici mes propositions. Je les connais moi-même et peux les recommander.
Bohol: Tagbilaran: CHRISCENT VILLE PENSION HOUSE Telephone (6338) 4114029 PHP 750/nuit
Negros: Dumaguete: BETHEL GUEST HOUSE, RIZAL BLVD DUMAGUETE CITY, Tel. No. : (6335)2252000
LA RESIDENCIA AL MAR (voir plus bas. Un peu plus cher, mais génial)
Siquijor: San Juan: CORAL CAY RESORT, (35) 481 5024 or 0919 269 1269
Plus ci-après...
Cheers, Boo
BOHOL
BOHOL TROPICS RESORT CLUB (Standard)
Telephone (6338) 4113510 to 14
BOHOL HOTEL LA ROCA (Economy)
Telephone (6338) 4113179/4113796
THE MERIDIAN HOTEL (Economy)
Telephone (6338) 4113123
CHRISCENT VILLE PENSION HOUSE (Pension House)
Telephone (6338) 4114029
BOHOL BEACH CLUB (Class "AA")
Telephone (6338) 4115222
CRYSTAL COAST VILLAS (Class "A")
ALONA KEW WHITE BEACH RESORT ("SIR")
Telephone (6338) 4112615
BALICASAG ISLAND DIVE RESORT ("SIR")
Telephone (632) 5247141
PANGLAO ISLAND NATURE RESORT
Telephone (6338) 4115878
ANANYANA DOLJO BEACH
Telephone (6338) 5028101
BOHOL DIVERS LODGE
Telephone (6338) 5029005
METRO CENTRE HOTEL (Standard))
Telephone (6338) 4112599
BOHOL PLAZA RESORT AND RESTAURANT
Telephone (6338) 5000882/5001019
WREGENT PLAZA HOTEL
Telephone (6338) 4113144
VILLA ALZHUN TOURIST INN & RESTAURANT
Telephone (6338) 4113893/Fax (6338)4114143
NEGROS (DUMAGUETE)ATLANTIS BEACH RESORT
Lipayo, Dauin Neg. Or.
Tel #: 424-0578
e-mail add: genesis2@mozcom.com
BAHIA DE BAIS HOTEL
Dewey Island, Hiiltop, Capiniahan Port, Bais City
Tel #: (035) 402-8850 or 8851
BSP GUEST HOUSE
Capitol Area, Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-2818
BETHEL GUEST HOUSE
Rizal Ave. Dgte City
Tel #: (035) 225-2000-2009
CITYWOODS
Ipil St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-2220
C & L SUITES INN
Perdices cor. Pinili St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-6219/422-9671
DIVE INN YUISHIN
Calindagan, Dumaguete City
EL ORIENTE BEACH RESORT
Mangnao, Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 255-5544 or 0668
GAZEBO PENSION HOUSE
Cervantes St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-0579/422-7807
GSP HEADQUARTERS DORMITORY
Capitol Area, Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-0087
COCO GRANDE HOTEL
Hibbard Ave. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-0833/422-4858
HAROLD'S MANSION GUEST HOUSE
Hibbard Ave. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-8000/422-4961
HOME GUEST LODGE
Hibbard Ave. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-3327
HONEYCOMB TOURIST INN
Rizal Blvd. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 255-1181
INSULAR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Siliman Ave. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 422-4771
INTERNATIONAL LODGE
Ma. Cristina St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 255-4771
LA RESIDENCIA AL MAR
Rizal Ave. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-7100, 7101/422-8449
NEGROS LODGING HOUSE
Dumaguete South Road, Calindagan Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-9622 0r 9623
OK PENSION
Sta. Rosa St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-4636 or 5702
OPENIAS HOTEL
Katada St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-5214
DUMAGUETE ROYAL SUITES INN
Rovira, Rd Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-2195 or 2197
PLAZA MARIA LUISA SUITES INN
Legaspi St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-3267 or 7994
PHCCI RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER
Banilad Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 255-7984
SALESIAN RETREAT CENTER
Calindagan Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 255-0442
STANFORD PENSION
San Jose St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-1577
SOUTH SEA RESORT HOTEL
Bantayan, Dumaguete City
Tel #: (0350 420-0801, 0903 or 0905
STA. MONICA BEACH RESORT
Banilad, Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-0704
VINTAGE INN
Ligaspi St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-1076 or 9106
LORENZO G. TEVES MEMORIAL AQUA CENTER
Capitol Area, Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-7817 or 3392
WORLDVIEW PENSION PLAZA
Perdices St. Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-4111 or 4112
YMCA GUEST HOUSE
North Road, National Highway Dumaguete City
Tel #: (035) 225-1519 or 3633
Si je passe par chez toi, j'espére que nous pourrons prendre un pot ensemble ( A moins que tu viennes a Marseille !! )
Je t'expliquerai la definition de acpn13 .........
Je reviens des phil ou j'ai passé un merveilleux séjour sur Siquijor.. une super adresse est une guest house à San Juan : PARAISO où Cendy et julien (lui est Français) sont adorables . Les bungalows sont nickels (neufs) leur email : paraiso-siquijor@hotmail.com.
Sur panglao nous avons dormi au pyramid resort (sur Alona Beach) un peu cher par rapport à siquijor mais trés bien :website www.alona-pyramid.com, par contre c'est beaucoup plus touristique que siquijor.
C'est tout ce que nous avons fait du coté de cébu...
aprés nous sommes allés sur Palawan et là encore merveilleux... Ne pas rater Sabang et sa rivière souterraine, port barton pour la couleur de ses eaux et bien sur les iles au large d'el nido (le village en lui même non mais l'ambiance qui y règne et les alentours valent bien les 7 heures de bus ou 8 heures de bancas..
Je te souhaite un excellent séjour là bas, je n'attends qu'une chose c'est mes prochaines vacances pour y retourner.
slt
Eric
je reviens des philipines et je confirme sur siquijor, le paraiso est super Julien et Cendy sont vraiment sympa. Pour palawan, c'est beaucoup plus cher surtout El Nido par rapport à Puerto Princessa. Je te conseille de prendre un vol de Cebu vers Puerto Princessa. si tu veux des info contacte-moi.
Tout d'abord désolé au créateur de ce message mais je viens poster ici ma requête. Vous allez vous moquer de moi mais bon dieu impossible de trouver l'icone pour creer une nouvelle discussion. 10 and de net pour en arriver là je vous le dis, il y a des fois ou l'on apprend l'humilité !!!
Et bien voilà en parcourant ces diverses conversations et voyant toutes les bonnes volontés qui ont repondu je me suis dit pourquoi pas moi ?
Voilà je vais en voyage pour le première fois aux Philippines fin avril pour deux semaines.
Là on mon voyage est un peu particulier c'est que j'y vais pour m'impregner de ce pays et voir si mon projet d'installation là bad est utopique. Je vais pas m'étendre sur mes raisons personnelles, pour cela je serai ravi de partager avec vous par mail ou Yahoo Messenger. 😏
Je vais arriver à Manille et n'ai que deux impératifs: Visiter Angeles City et Cebu. Je vous vois venir avec vos yeux tout ronds. Je vais rencontrer la bas ma future potentiel partenaire de buisness, Juliet, 51 ans agent immobilier. Rien de romantique mais une belle histoire d'amitié est en train de naitre. 🙂
Donc elle va me faire visiter sa ville. Cebu car je dois rencontrer un potentiel employeur qui me proposerait un poste là-bas.
Je dois donc construire un voyage autour de ces rencontres. Je veux pas passer trop de temps dans les transports même si evidemment c'est necessaire à minima 😉
J'aimerais visiter en rencontrant des gens, dormir chez l'habitant ou dans des endroits modestes mais qui ne craignent pas evidemment 🤪. Je souhaite faire des choses tres basiques. Sortir boire un verre, chanter en karaoke avec des locaux, manger sur un marché... bref du dépaysement !!
Il ya -t-il des coins a ne pas rater dans ce coté la des Philippines ? La pointe nord est parait il sympa mais est ce pas trop loin ?
Ensuite après quelques jours (4 ou 5 ) Je pense aller à Cebu. Par contre la bas arpès deux jours en ville, j'aimerais quand meme realiser un reve: plage paradisiaque, bungalow au bord de l'eau pour 3 ou 4 jours.
Quel est le meilleur rapport qualité-distance de Cebu ? 🙂
Enfin rencontrer des francais serait vraiment génial car mille questions vont surement me venir jour après jour.
Un grand merci à tous pour vos suggestions, idées .
Petite remarque par rapport au visa.
Je suis partie aux Philippines en novembre. A l'embarquement (à Toulouse), on a vu que la date de mon retour en France était au delà des fameux 21 jours et on m'a demandé de présenter mon visa de 38 jours ou alors un autre billet d'avion "prouvant" que je sortais des Philippines moins de 21 jours plus tard. Sans l'un de ces deux éléments, on ne me laissait pas embarquer. Peut-être que ça a changé en quelques mois mais mieux vaut se renseigner...
Si tu quittes le pays le 21ème jour, pas besoin d'acheter de visa !
Si tu souhaites rester plus de 21 jours mais qu'il est trop tard pour faire une demande de visa 38 jours, tu peux toujours chercher un billet d'avion en low cost Manille/n'importe où en dehors des Philippines. Un billet que tu présenterais à l'embarquement mais que tu n'utiliserais pas. Il me semble qu'on peut trouver des vols pas chers pour la Malaisie et pour la Chine.
C'est une solution tordue mais ça marche.
Tu auras alors une contrainte une fois sur place : aller dans un bureau de l'immigration pour acheter ton visa 38 jours (évite celui de Manille, tu risques d'y passer des heures).
Bonjour,
Je profite de ce forum pour te demander ce que tu penses d'une semaine à Busuanga et le vol avec Asian Spirit.
Le problème avec cette compagnie c'est qu'ils n'acceptent que 10kgs de bagage par personne. Ça fait un peu juste !
Je serai à Manille vers le 22 Juin.
Merci
@ sweetShane:
C'est la toute première fois que je lis de problèmes lors de l'embarquement.
Je viens de rentrer'Europe (Zurich) et je n'ai rencontré aucun problème, même que la date de reour en Europe est le 6 mai, donc largement plus loin que les 21 jours. Est-ce que les controleurs français sont plus catholique que le pape?
@ Sapokai:
Entre les petites destinations les deux compagnies Asian Spirit et South East Asian Airlines ne peuvent utiliser que de petits coucous (Dornier, Letov et Brittish Aerospace). Ils n'ont donc pas de grande capacité pour le bagage.
Mais ont peut jouer un jeu:
Par exemple à Caticlan, chaque passager est pesé ensemble avec son bagage.
Alors, moi je me mets dans la file derrière un gros américian (pléonasme!). Si lui a un petit sac et son total affiche 110kg, je peux nécocier avec mon total de 98kg, dont 20kg de bagage. Ca fonctionne !
Merci pinoy07,
Par contre si le poids depasse un peu est-ce qu'il est possible de négocier financièrement ?
D'autre part tu ne m'as pas donné ton avis sur Busuanga.
Si tu penses qu'il y a mieux à faire je suis à l'écoute.
Merci d'avance
A part si tu fais de la plongee assez serieusement sur les epaves busuanga est un peu moins interessante que d autres iles et encore moins facile d acces
j y ete une fois une semaine, une nuit a coron et qques nuit sur une petit ile deserte a 2 h de coron par banca ou il n y avait qu un suisse avec sa copine qui avait monte un genre de resort, tres interessant pour le personnage mais moins pour le reste.
Hi Sapokai,
Le surpoids aux Philippines n'est pas chose grave. D'Europe en Asie tu paies environ EUR 35 le kilo. Aux Philippines tu ne paies que PHP 40 le kilo. Et comme j'ai écrit, mets toi derrier un gros américain avec peu de bagage et expliques à la fille que toi et ton bagage sont moins lourds que l'ami devant toi sans bagage.
Tu sais les Philippines sont composés de 7107 îles. Alors j'espère que tu comprennes que je ne connais pas encore Busuanga.
@ sweetShane:
C'est la toute première fois que je lis de problèmes lors de l'embarquement.
Je viens de rentrer'Europe (Zurich) et je n'ai rencontré aucun problème, même que la date de reour en Europe est le 6 mai, donc largement plus loin que les 21 jours. Est-ce que les controleurs français sont plus catholique que le pape?
Eh bien moi c'est tout le contraire. Au départ de Londres, d'Amsterdam, de Hong Kong, de Singapore et de Frankfürt, pour Manille, mon billet de retour a TOUJOURS eté demandé. J'ai sûrement une tête qui ne leur revient pas!
Busuanga vaut vraiment la peine meme pour une semaine.
la ville principale est quelconque, Coron, sans plage et ne merite qu'on s'y attarde que pour les plongeurs.
Mais ensuite tu peux faire des days trip fabuleux en louant un bateau, les iles autour sont aussi belles que celles d'El Nido.
Prendre le bus et aller dans le nord de busuanga c'est sympa aussi, mais deja plus roots. Enfin, la côte en face de Mindoro ( pour visualiser ) a des plages magnifiques, nous on s'etait fait deposer sur une ile deserte avec de la bouffe pour 3 jours. Sacré souvenir.
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
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...
Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
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.
Hi! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
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.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur
Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral.
Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo).
Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok:
* Orangutan Center
* Malayan Sun Bear Center
* Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan.
Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari.
Jungle walk.
Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari.
Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port.
Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar
5 full days.
* Snorkeling
* Hiking
* Turtle watching
* Wild beaches
* Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland.
Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
