Hôtel Cua Dai Beach ou centre de Hoi An? (Vietnam)
by Marijanick
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
connaissez vous Cua Dai Beach le soir ? est-ce animé ou vaut il mieux aller dans le centre de Hoï An ?
merci à tous ceux qui connaissent
😏
Marijanick
Je reviens tout juste du Vietnam et j'ai passé 4 jours à Hoi An. Selon moi tu serais mieux de réserver une chambre à Hoi An car la plage est assez loin de la ville et tu devras te déplacer en vélo pour te rendre au centre de Hoi An.
Tu peux faire une réservation sur booking.com pour ton hôtel.
bon voyage !!!
Tu peux faire une réservation sur booking.com pour ton hôtel.
bon voyage !!!
Ex momento pendet aeternitas
A cua dai, vous avez beaucoup d'hotels de 5* comme VICTORIA, GOLDEN SAND qui se situent sur la cote ou un hotel de 3* INDOCHINE
BON VOAYGE
Mon conseil sans hésiter est de résider a Hoi An, trés agréable le soir, pleins de petits restaurants, a la lumière des lampions. Nous sommes allés du cote de la mer et a part pour manger des crustacés choisis dans le vivier nous avons trouve l endroit assez moche et comme dans beaucoup d' endroits au Vietnam c est en chantier ! Nous sommes encore dans ce pays si je peux t aider...
Biky
merci, nous allons opter pour le centre ! bonne continuation dans votre voyage.
Marijanick
bonjour
je viens de lire votre postet j'aurai plusieurs questions si vous le permettez
Nous partons au VN DU 9 AU 31 JUILLET, nos billets sont réservés sur la cie airlines vietnam
j'ai acheté des bouquins en vue de préparer notre voyage et j'ai lu qu'il fallait un visa . pouvez-vous m'éclairer sur ce sujet
j'ai consulté beaucoup d'infos sur le forum mais les réponses divergent , vous qui êtes sur place auriez-vous la bonne réponse??
nous comptons faire la baie d'along (nous sommes 5 adultes) sur 2 jours , là aussi que me conseillez-vous pour le choix si vous êtes passez par là
je tenterai une dernière sans vouloir abuser: qu'en est-il pour voyager (location véhicule et chauffeur?)
par avance je vous remercie pour vos réponses et suis dans l'attente de vous lire .ridma
" Il vaut mieux viser la perfection et la manquer, que viser l'imperfection et l'atteindre ."
j'ai lu qu'il fallait un visa . pouvez-vous m'éclairer sur ce sujet
un visa s'obtient soit à l'ambassade de Paris, soit avec une demande d'une lettre d'autorisation préalable à l'arrivée, obtenue auprès d'une agence habilitée (aca voyages, GP Travel etc..)
nous comptons faire la baie d'along (nous sommes 5 adultes) sur 2 jours , là aussi que me conseillez-vous pour le choix si vous êtes passez par là
Pour la baie d'Ha Long, on peut réserver auprès d'une agence à Hanoi la veille de la croisière. Il y a le choix par le prix.
je tenterai une dernière sans vouloir abuser: qu'en est-il pour voyager (location véhicule et chauffeur?)
Une location de véhicule avec chauffeur est très intéressante quand on est 5 adultes, le prix est divisé par 5. Vous pourriez vous offrir le luxe d'un guide sans que votre budget individuel soit alourdi. Pour le Nord, préférez une grande 4*4 et pour le reste du pays une minivan pour avoir de la place à vos bagages🙂.
un visa s'obtient soit à l'ambassade de Paris, soit avec une demande d'une lettre d'autorisation préalable à l'arrivée, obtenue auprès d'une agence habilitée (aca voyages, GP Travel etc..)
nous comptons faire la baie d'along (nous sommes 5 adultes) sur 2 jours , là aussi que me conseillez-vous pour le choix si vous êtes passez par là
Pour la baie d'Ha Long, on peut réserver auprès d'une agence à Hanoi la veille de la croisière. Il y a le choix par le prix.
je tenterai une dernière sans vouloir abuser: qu'en est-il pour voyager (location véhicule et chauffeur?)
Une location de véhicule avec chauffeur est très intéressante quand on est 5 adultes, le prix est divisé par 5. Vous pourriez vous offrir le luxe d'un guide sans que votre budget individuel soit alourdi. Pour le Nord, préférez une grande 4*4 et pour le reste du pays une minivan pour avoir de la place à vos bagages🙂.
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Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
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😊merci Abalone pour votre réponse rapide , jétais juste à lire certains de vos commentaires sur ce sujet , petite question auriez-vous connaissance pour le guide et chauffeur ? 0 BIENT9OT . RIDMA
" Il vaut mieux viser la perfection et la manquer, que viser l'imperfection et l'atteindre ."
Je vais essayer de vous répondre de mon mieux et avec des précisions, en fonction de notre expérience récente (rentrés en France depuis 2 jours).
Pour ce qui est du visa, nous avons fait notre demande par internet auprès de "visa-vietnam.org" pour obtenir une lettre d'invitation visée par le département de l'immigration vietnamien et payé 18 USD ; nous avons reçu les documents sous 24 heures. A l'arrivée à l'aéroport vous devez présenter cette lettre, ainsi qu'une photo, une somme de 25 USD et un formulaire à remplir sur place (ou chez vous à l'avance en vous le procurant sur le site de actions.visa.com). Il n'y a eu aucun problème ; cela revient moins cher que de faire faire ce visa auprès de l'ambassade surtout si on est en province.
Pour la baie d'Halong, nous avons pris un circuit 2j/1n (ce qui est suffisant) que nous avions réservé auprès de notre hotel (SPLENDID STAR 2 À HANOI) au départ de l'hôtel. Notre jonque s'appelait OPERA et était très bien ; nous avons été très satisfaits, nous étions un petit groupe de 13 personnes sur un bateau de 28, et notre accompagnateur etait super ; le tarif payé était de 130 USD mais je vous conseille de ne pas choisir une croisière trop bon marché car c est risqué on l'a vu hélas récemment avec ce naufrage terrible du 17 février.
Pour les déplacements, je n'ai pas de piste précise mais je pense que vous pouvez trouver facilement un véhicule avec chauffeur (c'est indispensable pour se déplacer en voiture) ; sinon faites les grosses liaisons en avion (ou en bus de nuit) suivant votre programme et prenez comme nous des chauffeurs à la journée (mais faut voir pour 5 personnes si une seule voiture peut vous prendre). Sur HUE par exemple nous avons paye environ 30 EUROS. Après nous avons plutôt loué des motos pour nous déplacer.
Donnez moi votre itinéraire précis. Allez vous faire le delta du Mékong ? Nous avons pris un chauffeur + un guide francophone sur 3 jours par une agence de HANOI qui nous a donné satisfaction. Si vous avez besoin de coordonnées ou de renseignements complémentaires, n'hésitez pas.
Bons préparatifs à vous ! c 'est déjà le voyage qui commence.
Pour ce qui est du visa, nous avons fait notre demande par internet auprès de "visa-vietnam.org" pour obtenir une lettre d'invitation visée par le département de l'immigration vietnamien et payé 18 USD ; nous avons reçu les documents sous 24 heures. A l'arrivée à l'aéroport vous devez présenter cette lettre, ainsi qu'une photo, une somme de 25 USD et un formulaire à remplir sur place (ou chez vous à l'avance en vous le procurant sur le site de actions.visa.com). Il n'y a eu aucun problème ; cela revient moins cher que de faire faire ce visa auprès de l'ambassade surtout si on est en province.
Pour la baie d'Halong, nous avons pris un circuit 2j/1n (ce qui est suffisant) que nous avions réservé auprès de notre hotel (SPLENDID STAR 2 À HANOI) au départ de l'hôtel. Notre jonque s'appelait OPERA et était très bien ; nous avons été très satisfaits, nous étions un petit groupe de 13 personnes sur un bateau de 28, et notre accompagnateur etait super ; le tarif payé était de 130 USD mais je vous conseille de ne pas choisir une croisière trop bon marché car c est risqué on l'a vu hélas récemment avec ce naufrage terrible du 17 février.
Pour les déplacements, je n'ai pas de piste précise mais je pense que vous pouvez trouver facilement un véhicule avec chauffeur (c'est indispensable pour se déplacer en voiture) ; sinon faites les grosses liaisons en avion (ou en bus de nuit) suivant votre programme et prenez comme nous des chauffeurs à la journée (mais faut voir pour 5 personnes si une seule voiture peut vous prendre). Sur HUE par exemple nous avons paye environ 30 EUROS. Après nous avons plutôt loué des motos pour nous déplacer.
Donnez moi votre itinéraire précis. Allez vous faire le delta du Mékong ? Nous avons pris un chauffeur + un guide francophone sur 3 jours par une agence de HANOI qui nous a donné satisfaction. Si vous avez besoin de coordonnées ou de renseignements complémentaires, n'hésitez pas.
Bons préparatifs à vous ! c 'est déjà le voyage qui commence.
Biky
merci biky d'avoir répondu , mais l'appel du "ventre " sonne pour mes affamés , je vous recontacte, amicalement
RIDMA
" Il vaut mieux viser la perfection et la manquer, que viser l'imperfection et l'atteindre ."
bonsoir biky
me revoilà avec la question "avec quelle agenceavez-vous fonctionné " j'ai déjà pris contact avec 2 agences que l'on me recommandait sur ce forum mais je suis preneuse pour n'avoir aucun regret
merci à vous pour la réponse. amicalement . ridma
" Il vaut mieux viser la perfection et la manquer, que viser l'imperfection et l'atteindre ."
L'agence qui nous a organisé un circuit sur le delta du Mékong est : vietnam impressive travel & évents. Leur site : vietnamimpressive.com
Le siège se trouve à Hanoi : ils parlent français si vous leur téléphonez. Ils ont été super réactifs. Bons préparatifs.
Biky
bonsoir biky , je suis allée sur le site que vous me conseillez mais je suis un peu perdue , qu'elle croisière aviez-vous retenue?
vous parlez de "opéra" mais cette jonque ou s'inscrit-elle? nous aussi souhaiterions faire la baie d'along en 2 jours /1 nuit en sécurité alors que devons nous choisir en fonction de votre expérience? MERCI
" Il vaut mieux viser la perfection et la manquer, que viser l'imperfection et l'atteindre ."
Je pensais que votre question portait sur le tour sur le delta du mékong comme je vous le précise dans mon post ; pour la baie d'Halong nous l'avons réservé par l'hotel SPLENDID STAR HOTEL et vu sur leur site : "www.splendidstarhotel.com" (vous choisissez la croisiere OPERA).
Voilà j'espère que vous pourrez trouver avec ces petites précisions...
J'espère que depuis le naufrage ils ont de nouveau autorisé les nuits à bord, sinon c'est dommage (à terre ce n'est pas pareil..).
Voilà j'espère que vous pourrez trouver avec ces petites précisions...
J'espère que depuis le naufrage ils ont de nouveau autorisé les nuits à bord, sinon c'est dommage (à terre ce n'est pas pareil..).
Biky
merci pour avoir répondu si vite , je vais aller faire un tour sur le site et ne manquerais pas de vous tenir au courant de l'évolution de notre voyage. amicalement ridma
" Il vaut mieux viser la perfection et la manquer, que viser l'imperfection et l'atteindre ."
Bonjour,
pour les voiture au viet nam, a l'aeroport vous pouvez commander un taxi de 7 place (vous etes 5) MAI LINH. de l'aeroport a Ha noi, le tarif est environ 20 euros.
dans les autres localites c'est pareil.
Pour choisir mieux, n'esitez pas me contacter: trandaodnvn@hotmail.com
Bonjour, je profite de cette ancienne discussion pour poser une question: si on est plusieurs à partir et à vouloir un visa pour le Vietnam, faut il
avoir chacun une lettre d ' invitation ou une seule lettre pour toute la famille?
Merci
Je pense que vous pouvez demander pour toute la famille mais il sera nécessaire de lister et de donner tous les renseignements pour chaque personne. Ce sera une seule lettre (enfin vous serez un numéro sur une longue liste d'invités...).
Bon voyage..
Bon voyage..
Biky
Merci pour ta réponse.
Par contre les 18$, faut il les payer une ou plusieurs fois à ton avis?
Peux tu me donner ton impression générale sur le Vietnam car en lisant les messages sur le forum ça a l'air plutôt mitigé.
Je suis allée au Laos et à l'unanimité c'est super chouette.
A ma connaissance cette somme sera à payer pour chaque personne (hélas !).
Nous avons apprécié globalement notre voyage au Vietnam, mais moins que d'autres destinations en effet. Comme on dit nous n'avons pas eu le coup de coeur. Cela tient à plusieurs facteurs qui ne seront pas les mêmes pour vous, sûrement. Lors de trajets nous trouvions les paysages désolés, les maisons affreuses (étroites et tout en hauteur : il parait que c'est pour payer moins d'impôt !), des travaux de TP partout, des engins des tas énormes de sable et de gigantesques panneaux publicitaires tout le long des routes (4 x 3 puissance 10), j'exagère peut être un peu mais c'est ça. De plus durant la fête du têt les gens sont en famille et la ville de Hanoi était vide et tout était fermé durant plusieurs jours ; les gens ne nous ont pas paru non plus très amicaux (barrage de la langue aussi).... bref pas facile d'échanger et de bien se sentir. Par contre Baie d'Halong, Ninh Bin (terrestre), Hué, Hoi An (super) ainsi que le Mekong et l'île de Phu quoc nous ont séduits.
Vous allez découvrir par vous-même et c'est beaucoup mieux, pas mal de personnes en reviennent enchantées.
Amicalement
Amicalement
Biky
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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,
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 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! !






