Ko Chang: bungalows à Kae Bae, Lonely Beach (Thaïlande)
by Namast
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
salut,
lundi prochain, nous partons avec nos filles de 4 et 7 ans pour Bangkok et Ko Chang.
A Ko Chang on semblerait se diriger vers KB Bungalows (ou Kae Bae Bungalows si c'est la meme chose) à Kae Bae beach, suite a l'avis de Hevia ici meme et apres avoir apercu des photos sur le net.
Qulequ'un connait ? Des avis ?
On recherche un coin calme, nature, mignon, propre, et si possible sous les 1000 bahts pour 2 adultes et 2 enfants.
Ca collerait ?
Pas trop booké le logements du coin ? le premier soir, on ne risque pas trop de galerer ?
Merci !!
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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moi j'ai beaucoup aimé lonely paradise sur lonnely beauch 500 bath en haute saison, c'est trè joli, tres sympa, ca fait un peu "routard" et fetard mais rien de bien méchant (je pense aux enfants); ils ne font pas de réservation donc en ce moment, il faut passer la première nuit ailleurs (enfin, on peut tenter sa chance quand meme) et etre chez eux a 9 h le matin lorsque les départs se font.....
kb ou kp ?? la KP est pas mal surtout pour des enfants car pas de circulations, , en plus il y a des bungalows dans des arbres en bord de mer ca donne un cote Robinson, , je crois que cela peut être pas mal, , les prix sont entre autour de 500 bt, ,
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Non c'est bien KB auquel je pensais.
En fait on m'a donné "Kae Bae Bungalows" comme nom, et j'ai trouvé KB Bungalows sur le net ici :http://www.kochanghotelsvr.com/...alowskaibaebeach.htm
ca semble etre la premiere grande photo, et dans la page, le bungalow où il y aune photo panoramique "VR" avec le texte
This Bungalow Resort is also located in the north of the middle part of Kai Bae Beach. The bungalows are situated in a well-kept garden, partly directly at the beach, and most of them have big glass fronts.
Dans l'ordre, si je suis la page internet, on a Koh Chang Cliff Beach Resort, puis un autre non nomé, puis ce KB, puis un autre non nomé, puis Porn's Bungalow au southern end of the middle bay of Kai Bae Beach. MAis bon, ca semble pas du tout exhaustif.
En plus ce site incite fortement a reserver a l'avance, genre il n'y aura pas de place. Info ou intox ?
Il est ou ton "KP" à toi Thuan ?
merci
This Bungalow Resort is also located in the north of the middle part of Kai Bae Beach. The bungalows are situated in a well-kept garden, partly directly at the beach, and most of them have big glass fronts.
Dans l'ordre, si je suis la page internet, on a Koh Chang Cliff Beach Resort, puis un autre non nomé, puis ce KB, puis un autre non nomé, puis Porn's Bungalow au southern end of the middle bay of Kai Bae Beach. MAis bon, ca semble pas du tout exhaustif.
En plus ce site incite fortement a reserver a l'avance, genre il n'y aura pas de place. Info ou intox ?
Il est ou ton "KP" à toi Thuan ?
merci
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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je vois, , déjà si il y a un site, , c'est que c'est cher, , et pas mal de monde, , normal
la KP est des bungalow un peut isoler, , plage pour soi, , pas foule pas de constructions autour, ,
pour y aller prendre le chemin avant le temple ( le seul de l'île ) continuer a travers les cocotiers, , et la KP apparait, ,
pas de loin de l'a il y a notre ami kun siri, , thalee bungalow, ,
vue de la plage thalee et plus loin kp


« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Le site donné n'est pas le site de KB à proprement parlé.
MAis bon, pour etre cité dans le site, il a peut-etre fallu "participer" un peu.
Ceci dit, aucune idee des prix.
Merci pour ta photo, le risque de noyade semble faible ! 😉 C'est a cette epoque ? Faut que je vois où se trouve ce temple sur une carte....
Merci pour ta photo, le risque de noyade semble faible ! 😉 C'est a cette epoque ? Faut que je vois où se trouve ce temple sur une carte....
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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a vrai dire je me souviens pas de la saison, , car j'ai été au moins 20 fois ou plus sur kho chang, , car c'est très pratique depuis BKK et c'est pas mal
si tu vas sur l'île avec des enfants passe voir siryl un français qui tiens un cyber cafe très sympa qui a aussi une fille, , franco - thai, ,


« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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cyril alias crasyfish ici ?
Je l'ai contacté par MP.
Mais je ne me souviens plus où se trouve son cybercafé, surtout que pour une fois, on aura peut-etre a s'en servir
(en general, en voyage, on oublie telephone, internet, teloch, radio et tout le bazar ! 😉)
En tout cas, je prends ce genre d'infos, des bungalows absents du net et qui valent le detour, le cote hutte et robinson, tout en etant propre quand meme, une plage chouette, cool pour la baignade avec enfants, ou au moins pas loin a pieds, de quoi manger sur place ou pas loin toujours a pieds (la moto a 4, pas top). Apres si on peut aller au village proche a pieds pour qq courses, c'est un plus, notre but n'etant pas de trainer 7 jours au meme endroit a ne rien faire.
En tout cas, je prends ce genre d'infos, des bungalows absents du net et qui valent le detour, le cote hutte et robinson, tout en etant propre quand meme, une plage chouette, cool pour la baignade avec enfants, ou au moins pas loin a pieds, de quoi manger sur place ou pas loin toujours a pieds (la moto a 4, pas top). Apres si on peut aller au village proche a pieds pour qq courses, c'est un plus, notre but n'etant pas de trainer 7 jours au meme endroit a ne rien faire.
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Super Thuan ! Par contre les photos ne disent pas ou ca se trouve....
En attendant j'ai trouvé une carte où on voit ce KB Bungalow.
Ce KB n'est pas trop pres de la route ?
On voit meme ton KP Bungalow ! Donc c'est a Klong Prao et pas Kae Bae où on pensait aller, plus pour le calme. Mais si ton KP est calme, pourquoi pas, faut voir...

Et celle la :
On voit meme ton KP Bungalow ! Donc c'est a Klong Prao et pas Kae Bae où on pensait aller, plus pour le calme. Mais si ton KP est calme, pourquoi pas, faut voir...

Et celle la :
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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Le cyber café se trouve à la sortie de White Sand Beach, dans la direction du sud, sur le côté gauche de la route.
Salut,
Il y a KB Bungalows et KAe Bay Beach Bungalows l'un à coté de l'autre. Ils sont sur la plage, éloignés de la route. j'ai visité les deux et choisi le Kae bay beach, mais les deux sont corrects. Les prix varient suivant la saison et si tu veux la clim ou juste une fan.
Je suis à Bangkok si vous avez besoin de quoique ce soit ou envie de boire un pot.
Chris Cool.
Il y a KB Bungalows et KAe Bay Beach Bungalows l'un à coté de l'autre. Ils sont sur la plage, éloignés de la route. j'ai visité les deux et choisi le Kae bay beach, mais les deux sont corrects. Les prix varient suivant la saison et si tu veux la clim ou juste une fan.
Je suis à Bangkok si vous avez besoin de quoique ce soit ou envie de boire un pot.
Chris Cool.
salut Chris, oui je connais ton site, tu me l'a deja conseillé il y a qq temps 😉, j'ai d'ailleurs ete y refaire un tour hier.
On devrait se contenter du fan, la clim, bof bof.
Merci pour ta prosposition. A l'arrivée, on ne va pas trainer, on pense donc arriver en soirée à bkk, puis aller trouver un bus à la gare pour Trat (on trouvera sans probleme 4 places le jour meme sans trop attendre ??????). On passerait la soirée et la nuit à Trat (histoire de voir une autre ville, le marché, etc...), et le lendemain matin depart pour l'ile, et avoir le temps de chercher un logement plaisant en marchant sur kae bae beach à priori, sans avoir le speed du soir et de la nuit.
On devrait se contenter du fan, la clim, bof bof.
Merci pour ta prosposition. A l'arrivée, on ne va pas trainer, on pense donc arriver en soirée à bkk, puis aller trouver un bus à la gare pour Trat (on trouvera sans probleme 4 places le jour meme sans trop attendre ??????). On passerait la soirée et la nuit à Trat (histoire de voir une autre ville, le marché, etc...), et le lendemain matin depart pour l'ile, et avoir le temps de chercher un logement plaisant en marchant sur kae bae beach à priori, sans avoir le speed du soir et de la nuit.
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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A ta place, je ferais autrement : nuit à Bangkok et voyage Bkk/Koh Chang le lendemain.
Il y a des forfaits bus + bateau bon marché.
L'an passé, nous avions un bus VIP pour le prix raisonnable de 240 bahts par personne. Départ à 8h30, arrivée à l'embarcadère à 15h, ferry à 16h, 30 mn de traversée.
on pensait bien faire d'une traite aussi au debut.
Mais je sens mal le lever pour etre a la gare routiere pour 8h30, des le premier jour, a peine arrivés, avec le decalage.
Et en plus faut trouver 4 places dans le bus, c'est pas forcement gagné non ?
Pis gagne t'on enormement entre le forfait tout compris et le bus+taxi+ferry ? Ca fait un depart de l'hotel à genre 7h30 pour assurer, pour un debut de recherche de guesthouse à 17h30 si tout va bien. Elles vont aimer les vancances les filles ! 😉 Bon ceci dit, on gagne un jour de "correspondances" c'est sur, de la facilité, quelques bahts. A voir... a voir.... en effet
D'autres avis sur les 2 soluces ?
Pis gagne t'on enormement entre le forfait tout compris et le bus+taxi+ferry ? Ca fait un depart de l'hotel à genre 7h30 pour assurer, pour un debut de recherche de guesthouse à 17h30 si tout va bien. Elles vont aimer les vancances les filles ! 😉 Bon ceci dit, on gagne un jour de "correspondances" c'est sur, de la facilité, quelques bahts. A voir... a voir.... en effet
D'autres avis sur les 2 soluces ?
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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Alors moi j'ai fait paris bangkok, j'ai rejoint mon amie qui était resté six mois en Asie sans moi (bouh) et on a fait bangkok Trat dans la journée pour aller à l'extérieur de trat dans un resort trop cool avec des petites maisons sur la mangrove, piscine fort agréable et avec un élevage de crabe à côté : pour ceux qui aiment le crabe c'est du délire total la taille et le goût de leurs crabes à l'ail ou au poivre (cf LP) !
le lendemain Ko Chang direct vers Bang Bao à l'extrème sud, si voous voulez un plan super robinson j'ai fait 15 jour de rêves et de découvertes sans un seul blanc sauf quand on allait les voir : Konok Home Stay ! Faut chercher mais ça vaut le détour à des prix imbattables par ici… en 15 jours de farniente avec la famille konok (il n'y a que le fils qui parle anglais…) ! Situation quand on est à bang bao bay coté plage ou village on regarde la pointe qui protège la baie il y a plusieurs maisons sur pilotis avec petits bengalows, Konok, c'est la dernière ! Il faut prendre un chemin quand on vient du nord avant Bang Bao village et poursuivre jusqu'au bout du bout après un immense et classieux resort à traverser (graviers sur le chemin etc…) ensuite il faut encore passer une home stay c'est celle d'après… En 13 jours de paradis, on av u que quelques thaïs se dégourdir à la plongée (il y a un bateau et du matos de plongée). Sinon on vit à son rythme, on prévient quand onmange la cuisine familiale trop bonne, on choisit son poisson dans la nasse et on pêche ses crabes soi-même si on s'entend avec la famille Konok qui sont des forces de la nature, sauvages mais tellement gentil et prévenant ! Il y a des enfants ! Et on y est vraiment trop bien ! Au calme, malgré les oiseaux et les singes sur la colline du cap derrière ! On peut aisément se rendred dans les restos plus au nord (notamment celui qui fait barbecue avec des mini coquilles, des espadons et des patates !!!!) de l'ile ou ceux de bang bao. Pour la plage, il faut aller en face del'autre coté de la baie près de l'immense resort qui est au bout de la route pour une plage pleine de cocotier.mais on peut se baigner plus près en mangeant ou buvant un coup dans les guesthouse qui sont sur le chelin juste avant le resort et qui donne de l'autre côté de la pointe côte ouest. Voilà c'est un vrai coin calme en tout cas en avril 2005 ! Si ça n'a pas changé à la vitesse où ça change à Ko Chang.
nous on y est allé direct et si j'y retourne j'y eménerais ma fille sans problème mais on peut peut-être se poser plus près du bateau et descendre visiter le site avant d'être sur de vouloir s'y installer, en tous les cas c'est une vraie famille thaïlandaise qui fait la fête et n'a pas d'horaires, il y a un temps pour le travail et un autre pour la farniente les hamacs et coussins matelas sont là pour ça !!! C'est joliment décoré de récup de marine et de bois flottés.
Allez bon voyage !
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voila quelques images !🙂
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voila quelques images !🙂
PMP Image attachée: konok vu de beach en face ! (21.5 KB)
Je trouve que c'est tristounet comme endroit .
Je trouve que c'est tristounet comme endroit .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
c pas tristoune c calme et t'as encore rien vu juste la plage en face la suite :😉
t'arrête pas au nuage de ce jour là
vu de l'autre côté en face de la précédente
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allez encore une autre vue :c'est cheap oui mais le luxe est ailleurs !😛
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Là oui cette photo me plaît elle est belle, mais c'est vrai l'autre photo est triste quand tu la regarde t'as presque envie de pleurer ( rires ) 😉😏
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
la suite !
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allez encore une autre vue :c'est cheap oui mais le luxe est ailleurs !😛
Celle là est superbe je retrouve le sourire 😏
Celle là est superbe je retrouve le sourire 😏
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
la cuisine et la pêche !
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fin !
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C'est comme les feux d'artifices tu mets le bouquet final, belle photo
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
ARRÊTE LES AUTRES SONT CENSURÉES ! Et puis je les ai faites avec un jetable parce que je me suis fait taxé (bêtement de ma faute devant un 7-11) mon numérique avec toutes les fotos les jours de soleil !!!!!!!!!!🤪
merci quand même ! ciao Paul-Marie
merci quand même ! ciao Paul-Marie
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Hi. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
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
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Hi there,
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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 everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!











