Je trouve ce forum vraiment utile, et pourtant j'ai besoin d'aide. Nous partons en tant que jeunes mariés (voyage de noce 'sac à dos') au Vietnam du 2 au 23 juillet 2009 (20 j sur place), de Hanoi à Saigon. C'est notre premier voyage en Asie. Moi je rêve du vietnam depuis mon enfance! J'aurai aimé des conseils sur l'itinéraire que j'ai prévu et surtout est il judicieux de 'sacrifier' un peu de temps et d'argent pour aller à Angkor??
Hanoi 2j
Sapa 2j
Baie Halong 2j
Halong terrestre 1j
Hue 2j
Hoi An 3j
Saigon 3j
Delta Mékong 2j
Siem Reap 3j
On pensait faire Hanoi-Hue, DaNang-HCM, HCM-SR en avion pour ne pas perdre de temps bien que le trajet pour Siem Reap n'est pas donné. J'ai regardé pour coupler la visite du mékong avec le trajet aller vers SR mais ça prend plus de temps. Si je passe 2 j à Angkor ça doit passer mais je n'ai pas le temps pour Pnom Penh...
Sinon ne pas aller au Cambodge et passer plus de temps sur les plages vietanmiennes en se disant que Cambodge et Laos feront au beau prochain voyage...mais quand?
Merci d'avance pour vos précieux conseils, n'ésitez pas si vous estimer que certaines étaps ne sont pas 'indispensables', ou bien que la saison ne s'y prête pas...
Affreux !!! Quoi que si tu aimes bien la compagnie, tu croiseras les cars de Nouvelles Frontières, de Fram ... vous pourrez faire la causette. Le rêve d'enface risque de se transformer en cauchemard ...
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,
C'est plutôt le voyage de découverte. Mais très bien en alliant le repos et la découverte.
Pour l’itinéraire, pourquoi pas réduire la visite à Saigon si vous ne trouvez rien d’exceptionnel là. Siem reap ou le delta du Mékong mérite une plus longue visite. Vous voyez de plus une suggestion concernant Saigon et le Cambodge comme suivant:
Saigon 1 jour
Delta du Mékong 2 jours de croisière en bateau avec lecochinchine
Chau Doc 1 jour
Phnom Penh en bateau 1 jour
Siem reap en bateau 3 jours
C’est vraiment exceptionnel avec la croisière et les transfers en bateau sur le Mékong. De plus, cela vous permet de gagner un peu de l’argent.
Bon préparatif.
Zoomvietnam
Affreux !!! Quoi que si tu aimes bien la compagnie, tu croiseras les cars de Nouvelles Frontières, de Fram ... vous pourrez faire la causette. Le rêve d'enface risque de se transformer en cauchemard ...
Bonjour,
Oui ça vaut vraiment le coup de voir Angkor ! Nous ne sommes pas spécialistes des vieilles pierres, et y sommes restés 3 jours. Magnifique ...Et en plus, il y a la gentillesse des cambodgiens. C'est l'un de nos gros coups de coeur sur une année de voyage. Nous sommes également restés 1 mois au Vietnam, mais avons beaucoup moins apprécié le pays, l'industrie du tourisme y est vite fatigante. Le port d'HaLong ressemble un peu à une gare de triage où les touristes sont parqués dans des bateaux, on a vu plus romantique. Mais il y a aussi de belles choses au Vietnam, par exemple Hoi An, comme Halong mais au milieu des rizières, bcp plus zen...
Bon voyage en tout cas !
Oui ça vaut vraiment le coup de voir Angkor ! Nous ne sommes pas spécialistes des vieilles pierres, et y sommes restés 3 jours. Magnifique ...Et en plus, il y a la gentillesse des cambodgiens. C'est l'un de nos gros coups de coeur sur une année de voyage.
En 20 jours, c'est deja juste pour le Viet Nam du Nord au Sud, donc, pour le Cambodge, soit tu zappes, soit tu modifies ton parcours vietnamien.
Juillet = mauvaise saison pour le Sud, c'est la mousson. Vous pouvez avoir de la chance et ne pas vous faire trop arroser, mais vous pouvez aussi tomber dans une periode "trois jours de flotte" et la, vous aurez de quoi attraper des jeunes pousses sur votre tronc 😉
Comme je le precise a chaque post, faire un itineraire necessite de savoir ce que l'on veut voir et par quoi on est interesse. Quoi qu'il en soit, votre itineraire ne vous permettra qu'un marathon photographique, car vous oubliez de compter les temps de trajet.
Pour aller a Sa Pa, il faut une nuit de train et deux heures minimum de voiture, idem pour le retour.
Ha Noi - Ninh Binh aller-retour en une journee, c'est tout sauf interessant, vous passerez la plus grande partie de votre temps dans le bus sur la nationale, tout ca pour une balade en bateau d'une heure a une heure et demie. Si vous prenez une excursion, bien entendu, vous ne manquerez pas d'admirer deux ou trois magasins de souvenirs aux tarifs exorbitants.
Ha Noi - Hue en avion ne vous fera pas gagner de temps, car il existe un bus de nuit qui fait economiser le temps de trajet. En avion, les vols se font de jour, donc vous perdez une grosse demi-journee a vous rendre a l'aeroport, faire le vol, recuperer vos bagages et trouver votre hotel.
Da Nang - Saigon, par contre, c'est vraiment plus interessant en avion question temps.
En resume, deux options se profilent : un voyage-marathon pendant lequel vous ferez, comme les Japonais, cinq cent a mille photos a faire admirer a vos amis et voisins et il en resultera que vous n'aurez qu'une vue superficielle du pays (dans ce cas, pourquoi ne pas faire un album a partir des blogs de voyageurs et de picassa ?) un voyage plus cool pendant lequel, si vous voulez absolument passer au Cambodge, vous choisirez une seule partie du Viet Nam que vous visiterez a votre aise (Nord ou Centre sont les meilleurs choix en juillet, le Sud etant trop arrose).
Juste pour rire (n'y vois aucune arrogance) : "Copie a revoir"
Merci à tous pour vos réponses. Il est bien évident que si on pouvait passer plusieurs mois en Asie du Sud-Est on le ferai...Malheureusement on a que 20 jours et on souhaite en profiter le plus possible, bien qu'à trop aller vite on risque de passer à côté de l'essentiel... Les sites que j'ai évoqué consitue plus les lieux qui ont retenus mon attention et qui font partie des classiques...
Conclusions: on renonce à Angkor pour cette fois (c'est dur!) on passe plus de temps à Sapa et Ninh Binh notamment et moins de temps dans le sud où la météo sera à priori plus capricieuse.
Encore quelques questions: Y a t'il des alternatives à Sapa pour voir de belles rizières en terrasse et rencontrer les minorités? Combien de temps passer dans le centre et où?
merci
Le Vietnam est un dfes + beaux pays du mond et, comme la France ou l'Italie, il, ne visite pas en long, large, et travers, en 20j. d'autant plus que les transports terrestres....Dans le nord, 40km/h est une tres bonne moyenne!!!
D'un autre cote, je ne connais pas + romantique que les temples d'Angkor
DONC, je conseille:
3-4j Angkor 4-5j sud du Vietnam, la region la - interessante le reste ds le centre (Hoi An et danang)
OU (preferable)
_Angkor avion direct Siem reap-Hanoi Le reste ds le Nord, absolument stupefiant (Ha long, Tam Coc, Sapa, Babe, etc.)
M'essayez pas de tt faire, vs le regretterez beaucoup!
Signe: un grand romantique
magnifi
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Sans hésiter, la deuxième alternative proposée par Larsay, que viennent etayer les conseils d'Ottlnpac because, au sud, c'est la mousson et là, franchement, ça gâche!!🙁🙁
Bon voyage au Vietnam - c'est vraiment très beau...même si on rencontre des avis divergents - Kimtwo -
Le vent et les turbulences sont l'oeuvre de Dieu, mais la voile et le gouvernail nous appartiennent..
Voyager c'est aller de soi à soi, en passant par les autres (proverbe touareg)
Jeunes mariés ???.... donc: jeunes tout court..... prenez le temps de visiter le Vietnam et le cambodge en....3 voyages !!!
En Juillet, Hanoï, Sapa, Baie d'Along puis le centre, Hué, Hoi An....
Pour Hanoï-Hué, prenez le train express de nuit, il arrive au matin et vous aurez le loisir de découvrir des paysages fabuleux de votre couchette.
En Janvier visitez le sud, Saïgon et le delta du Mékong, Dalat et Nha Trang.... en fin du mois c'est la fête du Têt, pendant une semaine une ambiance de nouvel an comme chez nous mais dans la rue, il y fait 30 degré (même la nuit).
Quand au Cambodge, je ne connais pas encore mais je pense que ce pays mérite un voyage à lui seul...
Bises, bon voyage et....... tous mes voeux de bonheur.... 😏
René de Toulon
Ne demandes pas ton chemin à quelqu'un qui le connait.... tu risquerais de ne pas te perdre.
R.B. de Braslaw
La vie n'est pas un restaurant mais un buffet, levez-vous pour vous servir...
D. Glocheux
Oui à la trentaine on est encore jeune et l'asie du sud-est mérite effectivement plusieurs voyages. Pour celui à venir, on va surtout rester dans le Nord et le Centre et 3/4 jours quand même à Saigon/delta du mékong d'où on repartira pour le france, le tout avec le maximum de flexibilité pour rester un peu plus quand on se sent bien quelque part. A propos, pensez vous qu'il faille réserver à l'avance les trains de nuit ou les vols intérieurs en juillet?
merci encore pour les réponses que j'ai obtenu, parfois les avis divergent et c'est tant mieux!
Planetfriend
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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.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
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
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
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).
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! !
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?
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!
