Bonsoir,
Dans le cadre de notre futur séjour à Bali, nous prévoyons des déplacements dans l'ïle de Bali afin de rayonner un peu partout (Lovina, Amed, l'Ouest etc...). Nous logerons à Séminyak.
J'ai vu que les locations de voiture ne sont pas très chères, est-ce la cas? Combien?
Une fois la voiture louée, les déplacements sont-ils aisés?
Pouvez-vous me donner une idée:
Seminyak-Ubud : .....h?
Séminyak-Amed:......h?
Etc.
Bonne soirée à tous.
Paterjalan
Les différences culturelles, cultuelles, linguistiques, ne sont que des richesses... ceux qui les considèrent comme un danger passent à côté des plus belles choses de cette planète!
Salut, les déplacements sont aisés, si tu es à l'aise dans le trafic, la conduite asiatique... et la conduite à gauche (Au Québec, on conduit à droite, alors on doit s'adapter...) Mon conjoint à conduit, malgré lui hehhehe notre chauffeur ne voyait plus rien...le soir....en tk il a conduit et ça s'est bien passé. Mais nous on loue que des motos en Asie généralement, plus facile à conduire, plus simple à stationner et moins cher. Et aussi ça passe partout dans le trafic de voitures.
Seminyak - Ubud en voiture = 1h00-1h30 dépendant du trafic et de vous hehehe!
Seminyak - Amed en voiture = 2h00-3h00 dépendant du trafic et de vous encore!
Un grand merci compatriote pour ces news!!!!
Avec la famille, les 2 roues.... pas trop top?
Je pense que la voiture sera le plus adapté...
Thanxxxx!
Les différences culturelles, cultuelles, linguistiques, ne sont que des richesses... ceux qui les considèrent comme un danger passent à côté des plus belles choses de cette planète!
la bonne idée est de louer un taxi pour la journée , il faut compter environ 500000 roupias pour une journée de 10h, car la circulation est très difficile, les routes étroites, des scooters partout , et des motos en pagailles, en plus conduite à droite, et bonjour les problèmes si vous avez un accrochage.
Nous étions à Séminiak en Novembre dernier, pour aller à Ubud cela va encore , mais pour Lovina prévoir de partir à l'aube car la moyenne doit être de 15k/h sur ces petites routes , et passer plusieurs heures en voiture c'est moyen, l'idéal serait de partager son séjour ....sémyniak et cote Ouest, et Lovina Amhed côte Est.
D'autres questions??
😉😎
Salut Jeanot94,
Merci pour tes infos et conseils!
Je pense recourir à la location, tout en me donnant les moyens d'éviter la foule (partir tôt comme tu me le conseilles...).
Je lis que tu étais à Séminyak? As-tu aimé cette ville.
Avec nos 3 enfants, nous avons privilégié un hébergement à Séminyak et prévoyons de rayonner sur Bali depuis ce point de chute.
Nous y avons loué une maison avec piscine pour un bon budget.
Thanxx!
Les différences culturelles, cultuelles, linguistiques, ne sont que des richesses... ceux qui les considèrent comme un danger passent à côté des plus belles choses de cette planète!
Couco😎u c'est Jean!
Le plus drole serait que tu ai loué la même villa que nous!
Il faut savoir que Semiyiak "est " la ville bord de mer, avec ses boutiques un peu bling bling pour certaines car il y a beaucoup d'Ausraliens et de Russes à présent aux gouts..douteux parfois ... mais bon..attention aux trottoirs de la rue principale ils sont défoncés cela étant nous allions tous les soirs diner en centre ville...on mange bien pour 7/8 € ¨tête partout à Bali.
Notre villa était située au fond d'un "gang" ruelle en balinais, c'est le gang 44 dans la rue principale , et au fond de ce gang ( 100m) une villa au calme de 400m2 avec une superbe piscine de 14x7 un jacuzi 3 chambre géantes avec sdb et le personnel qui va bien super adorable.
LE PRIX???? 114€ tout compris par jour!!! nous étions 6
Pour voir Seminyak tu peux retrouver la rue principale facilement sur GOOGLE HEART en chercant ainsi.... La ville et ensuite BALI CLINIC et de la tu es dans la rue principale nous nous étions à 500m en partant de cette clinic sur la droite et au calme dans notre ruelle car la vie est plus que trépidante, tu as des dizaines de taxis qui te klaxonnent sans arrêt des centaines de scoots et motos à parfois 4 dessus..si si!
Les gens sont vraiment gentils à Bali.
Seminyak est la côte ouest sud de l'ile ..PLAGE DE SABLE BRUN et des surfeurs Australiens, assez dangereuse pour les petits...style BIARRITZ pour les rouleaux par contre l'eau est à 30 degrés
Pour revenir à notre villa nous sommes passés par "HOMELIDAYS" c'est une bonne adresse , nos propriétaires sont français de Perpignan ? POUR VOIR LES PHOTOS CLIC homelidays villa à bali dans la liste page 5 "superbe ville de caractère à OBEROI photos de nuit sur la présentation
pour ton projet de louer une voiture...ok mais hyper prudent car il roulent comme des malades par contre si ils te klazonne c'est uniquement pour te prévenir de leur présence uniquement , et une super carte routière.
A propos l'alcool est inabordable le Ricard? pas de Ricard la bière oui mais chère et pas en pack
Sinon les taxis coutent rien les roupias aussi tu vas te rerouver millinnaire en quelques minutes
Si tu veux d'autres infos nous en avons des kilos et puis tu peux me téléphoner je pourrais te donner des tuyaux
JEAN AU 09 54 55 16 95 5(FREE)PORTABLE 06 80 04 58 86
Cordialement Jean 🙂
Salut Jean, Merci pour ces infos précieuses!
C'est marrant, mais nous sommes effectivement passé par homelidays pour notre maison. La propriétaire vient d'acheter et la location ne fait que débuter.
Nous serons donc à Séminyak oberoi comme vous mais pas dans la même maison!!!!
Merci encore pour tes précieuses infos.
Paterjalan
Les différences culturelles, cultuelles, linguistiques, ne sont que des richesses... ceux qui les considèrent comme un danger passent à côté des plus belles choses de cette planète!
On est parti entre pote en novembre cette année, on a fait bali java et lombok.
Il faut savoir que les routes sont assez défoncées, avec des trous, et des plaques de betons qui s'affaissent.
Au début on avait cette idée, mais finalement le scoot c'est aussi bien, (et super economique) et puis les transports en taxi à plusieurs c'est moins galère.
iL FAUT ABSOLUMENT QUE JE REPARTE EN VACANCES, car je n'avais pas vu que vous étiez du Quebec!!!!!
Nous y avons deux clientes dont une qui est la boutique DARLINGTON au pied du chateau.
qUELQUES INFOS
Pour voir le dejeuner des dauphins à LOVINA .....c'est à 8 h du matin!!après c'est cuit
Voir le mont Batur à 1h30m de Seminyak, en passant par UBUD ou il faut y passer au moins une journée , les temples bien sûr, sinon les villes comme Seminyak ou Kuta sont très touristiques des milliers de boutiques.
Les restos sympas de Seminyak dans la rue principale
1) lLe café Bali tenue part un français belle ambiance
2) Le Nirvana juste en face le patron est super sympa et le service au top
3) j'ai oublié le nom mais dans cette même rue sur lr même trottoir il y a un resto tout en bois à l'angle de la rue en planches déco sympa bonne table, 300m après le Café Bali.
Sinon dioner aussi le soir sur la plage de JIMBARAN c'est très chouette ambiance garantie.
sI VOUS POUVEZ IL FAUT ALLER AUX ILES LEMBONGAN .
NouS nous repartons en decembre voir notr FILS qui vit à SINGAPOUR et ensuite la MALAYSIE ET THAILANDE .
mAIS DANS DEUX ANS SUREMENT LE CANADA
PASSEZ DE BONNES VACANCES ATTENTION au choc thermique à la descente de l'avion hi hi hi et aux moustiques pour les enfants .
CORDIALEMENT
jEAN
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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.
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Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
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Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
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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!!
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Laurence from Bayonne
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
