Où dormir à Kuala Lumpur?
by Lynette27
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
Nous débarquons à l'aéroport de KL en Malaisie le 4 ou 5 décembre 2011 (je n'ai pas l'heure exacte). On va surement passer 1 jr+1nuit sur place avant de rejoindre la Thaïlande. Avez des adresses pas chères et conviviales sur place? Faut-il réserver?
Qu'y a-t-il à fair/voir dans cette ville?
Merci d'avance...! 😛
Personne pour me conseiller?!
pas cher je connais pas
apres pour moi aller à KL sans voir les twin en se levant c'est un crime donc :
http://www.princehotelkl.com/ raisonnable
http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/kualalumpur/traders splendide et la c'est vraiment pas donné mais bon on ne vit qu'une fois
😎
apres pour moi aller à KL sans voir les twin en se levant c'est un crime donc :
http://www.princehotelkl.com/ raisonnable
http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/kualalumpur/traders splendide et la c'est vraiment pas donné mais bon on ne vit qu'une fois
😎
Merci! C'est hors budget pour moi alors je vais continuer à chercher... 😛
Bonjour Lynette27,
Vous pouvez allez voir sur le site tunehotels, personnellement je n'ai pas testé, sans doute bon marché mais pas très convivial. Un petit retour serait sympa si vous y séjournez. Bon voyage
Vous pouvez allez voir sur le site tunehotels, personnellement je n'ai pas testé, sans doute bon marché mais pas très convivial. Un petit retour serait sympa si vous y séjournez. Bon voyage
THY
«La vérité ? chacun la sienne...»
«La vérité ? chacun la sienne...»
Ok merci, je suis allée voir sur le site : chbre dble pour 20E environ (je n'ai pas fait attention si le petit déj' était compris?!) et c'est vrmt joli! Pour se remettre du délacage horaire et avant la "grande aventure" ça pourrait être sympa...!? Si j'y vais, je vous donnerais mon ressenti. 😉
Vous pouvez allez voir sur le site tunehotels, personnellement je n'ai pas testé, sans doute bon marché mais pas très convivial.
j ai teste, pas cher ET conviviaux, rien n est compris (tout en supplement, mais ca reste dans une enveloppe tres modique, surtout qd ils font des promos, la il faut reserver longtemps a l avance (par internet obligatoirement) et la les prix sont carrement delirants (parfois quelques centimes d euro la nuit sans les options). les hotels sont tres recents, moins defraichis, mieux equipes que la moyenne pour une nnuit de repos a l aeroport de kuala lumpur, c est parfait (accessible a pied), pour visiter ca l est moins (l aeroport est a 70km de KL pour les hotels de KL, sujet 1000 fois aborde sur vf, voir la fonction rechercher
j ai teste, pas cher ET conviviaux, rien n est compris (tout en supplement, mais ca reste dans une enveloppe tres modique, surtout qd ils font des promos, la il faut reserver longtemps a l avance (par internet obligatoirement) et la les prix sont carrement delirants (parfois quelques centimes d euro la nuit sans les options). les hotels sont tres recents, moins defraichis, mieux equipes que la moyenne pour une nnuit de repos a l aeroport de kuala lumpur, c est parfait (accessible a pied), pour visiter ca l est moins (l aeroport est a 70km de KL pour les hotels de KL, sujet 1000 fois aborde sur vf, voir la fonction rechercher
Essais ce site:
.numberOfAdults=2&roomno=1&validate=false&previousDateful=false&reviewOrder=date_newest_first&tab=description#description"]http://fr.hotels.com/hotel/details.html?tab=reviews&destinationId=908873&destination=Kuala+Lumpur%2C+Malaisie+&hotelId=322267&arrivalDate=12-18-2011&departureDate=12-21-2011&rooms[0].numberOfAdults=2&roomno=1&validate=false&previousDateful=false&reviewOrder=date_newest_first&tab=description#description
J'y serai du 18 au 21 décembre...
Jacques
.numberOfAdults=2&roomno=1&validate=false&previousDateful=false&reviewOrder=date_newest_first&tab=description#description"]http://fr.hotels.com/hotel/details.html?tab=reviews&destinationId=908873&destination=Kuala+Lumpur%2C+Malaisie+&hotelId=322267&arrivalDate=12-18-2011&departureDate=12-21-2011&rooms[0].numberOfAdults=2&roomno=1&validate=false&previousDateful=false&reviewOrder=date_newest_first&tab=description#description
J'y serai du 18 au 21 décembre...
Jacques
Jouir de la vie... parce que c'est la vie...
Vous pouvez voir dans le quartier de China Town, il y a de nombreuses GH pas chères, bien tenues et de bons conseils sur les visites à ne pas manquer. C'est central et très animé.
Les twin towers, c'est sûr, la volière, la grande mosquée, vous pouvez passer une bonne semaine à KL rien que pour voir la ville et ses points d'intérêt.
Un bon système : les bus "Hop on - Hop off". Solution économique et très sympa. Demandez à votre GH.
Les twin towers, c'est sûr, la volière, la grande mosquée, vous pouvez passer une bonne semaine à KL rien que pour voir la ville et ses points d'intérêt.
Un bon système : les bus "Hop on - Hop off". Solution économique et très sympa. Demandez à votre GH.
bonsoir amis du soir
certes pour une seule nuit, afin de recuperer du decalage ...tuneshotels ça depanne sans+ mais de l'aeroport si je ne m'abuse , on ne voit pas les tours petronnas c'est du gachis de rester à l'aeroport et manquer ce spectacle grandeur nature..( elles sont impressionantes) c'est comme aller sur Paris et ne pas aller sur les champs-elysées ou au trocadero voir la tour effel 😄...en 2009 j'ai fait une escale à Kuala lumpur 3 jour sans jamais y avoir mis les pieds.. voila comment j'ai fait.. dans le hall de l'aeroport il y a des guichet qui vendent des tickets de bus qui attendent sur le parking de l'aeroport ( trés facil a trouver) prix du ticket 2euro je crois pas + ensuite le bus vous amenent à KLCC ( kuala lumpur city center) compter 1h30 de trajet , tout est indiqué de là part des metro des taxi des bus etcc pour partout et nulle part 😉 demander à nimporte quel taxi de vous amener à chinatown sur petaling street ( meme pas à 10 min et 6 euro le taxi environ pas+ , par tete quon soit plusieur ou pas c'est kifkif) arriver à lentrée de petaling street au coeur de chinatown il ya pas mal de guest house , de dorttoir , ou de petit hotel bon marché trés raisonable ( se renseigner sur le forum pour les adresses ou sur place les gens sont sympas)....et voila ensuite refaire le chemin inverse pour rejoindre l'aeroport 😏 elle es pas belle la vie.....serieusement KUALA lUMPUR vaut; le detour est une immense megalopole ça serait bete de ne pas jetter un oeil .... je pars passer les fetes en asie du Sud Est ( passage sur kuala lumpur un crochet a manille pour finir entre BKK et bali) je pars seul si quelqu'un est sur bali debut janvier je serais dans le coin pourquoi pas boire un verre entre "frenchies" au plaisir et surtout ..profitez à fond car c'est un anti depresseur "voyager"..
bon trip à bientot...
certes pour une seule nuit, afin de recuperer du decalage ...tuneshotels ça depanne sans+ mais de l'aeroport si je ne m'abuse , on ne voit pas les tours petronnas c'est du gachis de rester à l'aeroport et manquer ce spectacle grandeur nature..( elles sont impressionantes) c'est comme aller sur Paris et ne pas aller sur les champs-elysées ou au trocadero voir la tour effel 😄...en 2009 j'ai fait une escale à Kuala lumpur 3 jour sans jamais y avoir mis les pieds.. voila comment j'ai fait.. dans le hall de l'aeroport il y a des guichet qui vendent des tickets de bus qui attendent sur le parking de l'aeroport ( trés facil a trouver) prix du ticket 2euro je crois pas + ensuite le bus vous amenent à KLCC ( kuala lumpur city center) compter 1h30 de trajet , tout est indiqué de là part des metro des taxi des bus etcc pour partout et nulle part 😉 demander à nimporte quel taxi de vous amener à chinatown sur petaling street ( meme pas à 10 min et 6 euro le taxi environ pas+ , par tete quon soit plusieur ou pas c'est kifkif) arriver à lentrée de petaling street au coeur de chinatown il ya pas mal de guest house , de dorttoir , ou de petit hotel bon marché trés raisonable ( se renseigner sur le forum pour les adresses ou sur place les gens sont sympas)....et voila ensuite refaire le chemin inverse pour rejoindre l'aeroport 😏 elle es pas belle la vie.....serieusement KUALA lUMPUR vaut; le detour est une immense megalopole ça serait bete de ne pas jetter un oeil .... je pars passer les fetes en asie du Sud Est ( passage sur kuala lumpur un crochet a manille pour finir entre BKK et bali) je pars seul si quelqu'un est sur bali debut janvier je serais dans le coin pourquoi pas boire un verre entre "frenchies" au plaisir et surtout ..profitez à fond car c'est un anti depresseur "voyager"..
bon trip à bientot...
Merci bcp palestro!!! Infos intéressantes! 😉
Salut,
Ce n'est peut-être pas dans ton budget mais regarde le Novotel : 10mn à pied des Twins, un centre commercial derrière l'hôtel, 15mn de la KL Tower.
De l'aéroport tu prends le KLIA express qui t'amène à KL Sentral (35RM), puis tu prends la ligne de monorail jusqu'à Raja Chulan (3RM je crois) ; l'hôtel est à 5mn à pied.
Par contre, demande une chambre côté piscine/tours car de l'autre côté c'est sacrément bruyant
Ce n'est peut-être pas dans ton budget mais regarde le Novotel : 10mn à pied des Twins, un centre commercial derrière l'hôtel, 15mn de la KL Tower.
De l'aéroport tu prends le KLIA express qui t'amène à KL Sentral (35RM), puis tu prends la ligne de monorail jusqu'à Raja Chulan (3RM je crois) ; l'hôtel est à 5mn à pied.
Par contre, demande une chambre côté piscine/tours car de l'autre côté c'est sacrément bruyant
Bonjour,
l'an passé j'ai été à l'hotel Classic Inn budget hotel ( http://classicinn.com.my/), que j'ai grandement apprécié et convivialité inclus ! IL y a des dortoirs ou chambre au choix....ou disponibilité. J'avais réservé et je crois bien qu'il est préférable. Peut-être bien que ca dépend du moment qu'on y va. Le petit dejeuner est inclus. Personnellement, si je retourne à KL, c'est assuré que je retourne à cet hotel. Il est bien situé près d'un "air train" afin de facilité nos déplacements. KL seulement une nuit/journée?? hummmm, si vous avez du temps, prolongez de 2 autres jours ??? Bien sur c'est selon vos gout. J'ai été visiter Batu cave, qui est à une coupe de kilometre de la ville mais tout se fait quand même bien avec les transports en commun. Je ne savais pas à quoi m'attendre en arrivant à KL et j'ai vraiment aimé cette ville.
Bon voyage
Annik
Bon voyage
Annik
Bonjour,
Ai séjourné plusieurs fois au Swiss Inn Hotel dans Chinatown, très bon rapport qualité/prix/calme... Ne pas confondre avec le Swiss Garden, qui est plus cher.
http://www.swissinnkualalumpur.com/
Autour de 30 euros par internet, petit dèj inclu (copieux, buffet avec riz ou nouilles sautées, œufs, fruits, jus etc...)
Bon séjour !
Ai séjourné plusieurs fois au Swiss Inn Hotel dans Chinatown, très bon rapport qualité/prix/calme... Ne pas confondre avec le Swiss Garden, qui est plus cher.
http://www.swissinnkualalumpur.com/
Autour de 30 euros par internet, petit dèj inclu (copieux, buffet avec riz ou nouilles sautées, œufs, fruits, jus etc...)
Bon séjour !
Merci bcp [...] !!! Infos intéressantes! 😉
Mais c'était avec plaisir... 😎
Mais c'était avec plaisir... 😎
Merci bcp [...] !!! Infos intéressantes! 😉
Mais c'était avec plaisir... 😎
LOL elle s'adressait à palestro tu as même enlevé le pseudo dans le message !!!! Très fort
Mais c'était avec plaisir... 😎
LOL elle s'adressait à palestro tu as même enlevé le pseudo dans le message !!!! Très fort
Bonjour,
Je reviens de Malaisie où j'ai passé une nuit de "transit" à Kuala Lumpur à la guest house Ribbon Stayys Bed & Breakfast (31-M1 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock)
C'est bien placé, propre, convivial mais ce n'est pas du 4*! Nous avons payé la chambre pour deux personnes en lits superposés: 55 Ringgit la nuit.
Voila
Bon séjour
Merci bcp [...] !!! Infos intéressantes! 😉
Mais c'était avec plaisir... 😎
LOL elle s'adressait à palestro tu as même enlevé le pseudo dans le message !!!! Très fort
Je sais bien à qui elle s'adressait ! 😄 J'étais juste très très, mais très vexé qu'elle remercie l'un et pas l'autre, d'où mon clin d'oeil ! 😉
Mais c'était avec plaisir... 😎
LOL elle s'adressait à palestro tu as même enlevé le pseudo dans le message !!!! Très fort
Je sais bien à qui elle s'adressait ! 😄 J'étais juste très très, mais très vexé qu'elle remercie l'un et pas l'autre, d'où mon clin d'oeil ! 😉
J'étais juste très très, mais très vexé qu'elle remercie l'un et pas l'autre, d'où mon clin d'oeil ! 😉
Tu plaisantes of course ? Peut-être qu'elle n'a pas trouvé ta réponse plus pertinente que ça 😛
Tu plaisantes of course ? Peut-être qu'elle n'a pas trouvé ta réponse plus pertinente que ça 😛
A KL on a eu un petit faible pour cette GH située près de ChinaTown
http://www.french.hostelworld.com/hosteldetails.php/Le-Village-Guest-House/Kuala-Lumpur/33632
Super sympa et pas chère... (peut faire mieux en terme de propreté, mais rien d'horrible..)
Si vous ne restez qu'un jour, les tour Petronas me semblent incontournables...
Amusez-vous bien :)
http://www.french.hostelworld.com/hosteldetails.php/Le-Village-Guest-House/Kuala-Lumpur/33632
Super sympa et pas chère... (peut faire mieux en terme de propreté, mais rien d'horrible..)
Si vous ne restez qu'un jour, les tour Petronas me semblent incontournables...
Amusez-vous bien :)
notre voyage est sur : en-bas-en-asie.over-blog.com
J'étais juste très très, mais très vexé qu'elle remercie l'un et pas l'autre, d'où mon clin d'oeil ! 😉
Tu plaisantes of course ? Peut-être qu'elle n'a pas trouvé ta réponse plus pertinente que ça 😛
Ce qui n'empêche pas de dire merci. Mais bon, on s'en fout, on n'est pas là pour attendre des congratulations mais pour filer des tuyaux gratos. C'est fait. 😏
Tu plaisantes of course ? Peut-être qu'elle n'a pas trouvé ta réponse plus pertinente que ça 😛
Ce qui n'empêche pas de dire merci. Mais bon, on s'en fout, on n'est pas là pour attendre des congratulations mais pour filer des tuyaux gratos. C'est fait. 😏
Oui merci bcp!!! 🙂 Je n'ai plus qu'à faire mon choix maintenant....! Et à mon retour je vous donnerais mes impressions.
bonjour,
pour 60 ringgit tu peux dormir a lok ann hotel, quartier chinatown au bout de petaling street...tres convivial...tu peux te preparer ton petit dej . le seul hic c est qu il est un peu bruyant mais on ne peut pas tout avoir...les chambres sont spacieuses avec ac et douche. propre. si tu veux d autres renseignements contacte moi
Apparemment, oui un excellent compromis pour un stop de quelques heures en transit via KL ! On est dans un modèle de business LowCost à la AirAsia (le look du site fait penser qu'on est chez une filiale de la compagnie :)... bon j'ai réservé 2 chambres avec 2 packs toilette+AirCon et 2 Bkfst meals : 343 MYR... environ Eur. 85 à 2min de l'aéroport, difficile de faire mieux.
A noter que c'est à Sempang, KL reste à 50km environ...
THX Renaud 😉
THX Renaud 😉
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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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!








