J’ai lu avec attention le débat qui s’est tenu hier sur ce forum au sujet la personne britannique qui s’était fait dépouiller par son épouse Thaïlandaise.
J’envisageais moi aussi de sortir de ma solitude et de me rendre cet été en Thaïlande pour y rencontrer peut être, mon âme sœur. J’ai déjà un billet d’avion pour Bangkok, départ le 15 août, retour le 6 septembre.
Le débat d’hier a tout remis en question, je me suis davantage informé et je nourris maintenant de gros doutes pour mon projet.
Je suis quelqu'un de sérieux, j’ai une très bonne situation et désire réellement du fond du cœur construire quelque chose de positif à long terme avec une personne de confiance.
Je n’ai pas trop envie de rencontrer une prostituée, mais aimerais rencontrer une fille de bonne famille (bouddhiste) ayant les mêmes buts que moi. Fonder une famille et vivre heureux dans un climat d’amour et de confiance mutuelle.
Je ne sais pas bien par où commencer mes recherches.
Comment et où rencontrer une personne sérieuse ? En ville ou plutôt dans les endroits touristiques ?
J’ai cru comprendre que certains d’entre vous sont mariés à une Thaïlandaise depuis longtemps et que tout se passe bien ?
Attention. Je ne cherche pas une esclave ou je ne sais quoi, au contraire, je cherche une femme Thaïlandaise car j’aime la culture asiatique, la philosophie bouddhiste, la douceur asiatique et les bons petits plats.
Merci.
bonjour une prostituée en thaïlande a 90% de chance d'être bouddhiste et beaucoup de ces demoiselles veulent fonder une famille avec un étranger et oui beaucoup de farang sont très heureux avec d'anciennes filles de bars (mois le premier) ce qui est le cas pour un gros pourcentage des couples franco-thaïs donc c'est possible après je ne sais pas, tous les cas sont différents si je n'ai qu'un seul petit conseille à donner attendre qu'elle fasse les premiers pas et qui vivra verra .
bonjour il ne faut pas tomber dans l'extremise ( même si cela existe ) en fait c'est relativement simple , chercher une personne comme toi , cela existe , ce n'est pas les femmes qui sont interdépendantes qui ont un bon métier qui peuvent avoir une relation qui manque ..........
le problème est que souvent les homes vont vers la facilitée c'est a dire rentrer dans un bar et sortir avec la tirak .......... sous le bras avec comme idée moi je vais te sortir de l'enfer ........mais c'est le début de l’enfer
le seul conseille est prend ton temps ............ mais bon en 1 mois ......... ce n'est pas évident ...😕.
au moins l'anglais a fait réfléchir 1 personne 😉
ce qui est le cas pour un gros pourcentage des couples franco-thaïs je comprend maintenant pourquoi il y a un énorme de % de divorce a l'ambassade de france a a bkk .........
salut thuan j'ai mal formulé ma phrase en disant ce qui est le cas pour un gros pourcentage des couples franco-thaïs je voulais dire qu'il y a beaucoup de français marié avec des filles de bar après le pourcentage de réussite n'est peut être pas très élevé j'en conviens mais pour certains cela fonctionne je suis arrivé a bangkok en début d'aprés-midi un certain moi d'avril 2001 et j'ai connu celle qui allait devenir ma femme le soir même ça fait onze ans que cela dure et pour le moment tous va bien (sauf quand elle mange du durian 🏴☠️)
merci pour ton hoax.
Bon il est un peu gros mais c'est pas grave : tu vas voir que c'est à nouveau les mêmes qui vont y sauter à pieds joints...😉
C'est déjà bien parti d'ailleurs...🤪
jojosimonin a dit qu'il ne voulait pas rencontrer une prostituée.
Tu as quoi contre le durian ?😉 Moi, j'adore ça. Juste là maintenant, je pourrais tuer pour en avoir une belle portion bien mûre et coulante 😏
salut il a dit Je n’ai pas trop envie de rencontrer une prostituée (y'a un début a tous) et pour le durian c'est l'odeur pas question a la maison ( c'est pour cela qu'il est interdit dans les hôtels en thaïlande)et comme a dit un célèbre auteur 'Au début j'ai cru que c'était de la merde et après j'ai regretté que ce n'en fut pas '😉
Ha le fameux durian un peu comme si nous on mange du camembert pareil , j'ai un ami marié à une thaïe depuis très longtemps ( 22 ans ) et à chaque fois qu'il se fait plaisir de manger du camembert sa femme lui dit je t'embrasse pas pendant 2 jours , je l'ai vécu à l'entendre lorsque je lui avait amener du camembert quel fou rire avons eu et lui avons dit à sa femme pareil avec le durian , pas pareil elle nous a répondu . 😏
Ps : par contre du chocolat pas de soucis .
les touristes en font tout une histoire pour le durian, uniquement parce que ça en parle dans leurs guides....🤪
franchement, qui peut dire que ça pue vraiment.
et si c'est interdit dans certains hôtels ou certains avions, c'est uniquement parce que l'odeur s'incruste durablement dans les textiles. rien de plus.
salut barbot , du camenbert d'accord mais du vieux du très vieux qui pue 😐 mais perso le durian je ne peu pas ou peut-être avec une pince a linge sur le nez😛 et après une bonne quiche🤪 bon je crois que l'on s'éloigne du sujet (faut bien rigoler)
je retourne au pays du sourire en août et je promet de goûter ce fruit très odorant😇 si vous n'avez pas de news sur ce forum fin décembre j'aimerais que mes cendres sois dispersées dans le mékong😉merci
je retourne au pays du sourire en août et je promet de goûter ce fruit très odorant😇 si vous n'avez pas de news sur ce forum fin décembre j'aimerais que mes cendres sois dispersées dans le mékong😉merci
Oui essaie tu verras , c'est comme certains fromages de chez nous qui pue mais que c'est bon d'en manger .
Non les cendres dans le Mékong pas d'accord ils ont rien fait ces poissons va pas les rendre malade . 😏😏
Bsr ......essaye les petites annonces il parait que cela marche .........😛😛 et si tu connait des couples francothai ses beaucoup mieux car ils connaissent toujours une ou deux femme célibataire , quand au filles de bonne familles il faut que tu sache deux choses , la première... être du même niveau sociale point de vue thune et tous se qui va bien ...et l' autre ses que tu n' essaye pas en la marchandise avant le mariage le vrai avec 200 invites dans un grand hotel avec les amies , des amies.....un régal 😎😎
En Thaïlande la formule est simple : tu peux rencontrer qui tu veux pour faire ce que tu veux. Les candidates sont nombreuses sur les sites de rencontres, elles proviennent de tous les milieux et tu auras l’embarras du choix.
Mais il faut respecter une règle absolue: Tu restes maître de ton pognon. Aucun achat au nom de Madame, pas de prêt, pas de construction, pas d'achat anonyme comme de l'or ou des bijoux etc...
En suivant ces conseils je peux te garantir une longue vie... de joyeux célibataire. 😏
hi!moi ca fait 4 ans que je suis avec une ex bar girl de bkk ca se passe relativement bien, quelqu3s disputes mais rien de mechant, nous avons une fille de 20 mois, ma "femme"(pas marier encore) s adapte tres bien en france (nous faisons 2 sejours de plusieurs mois dans chaque pays par an)bref tout roule pour nous , et j'espere pour forever... sa "sister" (cousine)est avec un anglais depuis janvier dernier , rencontrer par agence matrimoniale, il etais venu en thailand une seul fois avan le "meeting' (autant dire peu de temps passer au pds...)et ils se marient en mai!et le mec veut deja acheter terrain et maison sur lesbords du mekong! bon la cousine a l'air d etre serieuse et de vouloir l''ame soeur mais je touve qu'ils vont vite...apres tout si ca marche...
Il y a autant de réponses que d'histoires...certains vivent une belle histoire avec une "bar girl", d'autres échouent, certains vivent une belle histoire avec une fille non issue des bars, certains échouent...certains se font plumer, d'autres ont une vie prospère...
Du coup chacun y va de son avis plus ou moins objectif. Mais la vérité des uns n'est pas celle des autres...
il n'y a pas que la Thaïlande pour chercher "une bouddhiste de bonne famille"
3 semaines, ce n'est pas du tout assez pour "paramétrer"(excusez le terme)un mariage.Joel, planque tout dans la chambre(apn, tel, fric...)si tu te rend compte que tu ne veux pas rester avec elle!
Bonjour ;
Merci à tous pour vos messages et vos sages conseils.
Je crois aussi, qu'il faut bien plus que 3 semaines pour construire un début de relation solide et sérieuse.
Je crois qu'une bonne option serait d'être "présenté" à la soeur ou la cousine d'une Thailandaise déjà mariée à un étranger.
Messieurs, si vous avez belles soeurs ou belles cousines esseulées
Après avoir reçu quelques avis en "message privés" et y avoir réfléchi, je prends position et je ne choisirai pas une fille de bars.
Sans vouloir juger personne, j'ai peur que ces filles (pas toutes) aient d'une part "trop vécu", et d'autre part, qu'elles soient trop déçues par le comportement des farangs (en général)
et qu'elles n'aient plus aucun respect pour nous (ce que je peux facilement comprendre)
Encore merci a tous.
Joel
Ne parle pas sans savoir , et ne juge pas trop vite , ne lis pas trop de mp , va en Thaïlande et fait toi ta propre idée.....En Thaïlande le respect sais dans leurs nature .............
salut.
tu dis vouloir partir le 15 aout?
vers le 13 aout, essaye de te mettre une balle dans un pied.
ca te fera moins mal et ca te couteras moins cher.
il est deja difficile de s'entendre avec quelqu'un de la même culture, religion, éducation que soi, sans parler de la barrière de la langue.
la grande majorité des mariages euro-thais, ne survivent pas 6 ou 8 mois. (la période moyenne de tonte)
je sait, je suis un peu cru et dur, ca ne fait pas spécialement plaisir, mais ce que je dis est une réalité constatée à de maintes reprises.
ABE salut
il est deja difficile de s'entendre avec quelqu'un de la même culture, religion, éducation que soi, sans parler de la barrière de la langue.
la grande majorité des mariages euro-thais, ne survivent pas 6 ou 8 mois. (la période moyenne de tonte) ......................en + si ses se genre de mp renvoi les a leurs propriétaire , car malhereusement il ne connaisse rien ou pas grand chose ..........Va fait toi ton idée , ses un beau pays et les gens sont gentil si tu ne fréquente pas certaine faune touristique qui croient tous connaitre .............ou pas grand chose .....
Ne parle pas sans savoir , et ne juge pas trop vite , ne lis pas trop de mp , va en Thaïlande et fait toi ta propre idée.....En Thaïlande le respect sais dans leurs nature .............
Oui merci, c'est ce que je vais faire.
Je ne juge pas, je ne connais pas, et je verais bien une fois sur place
😎definition en anglais......attention c est une copy right registration( la mienne ).. a lire attentivement pour ceux que ça intéresse
qui sont ces femmes thailandaises qui recherchent des partenaires..... farang .....
An attempt to define the different categories of Thai Women looking for partners
To whom it may concern!
These details have been put together as a result of many enquiries from Internet acquaintances and others who are interested in having various kinds of associations with Thai women. These observations stem from a mixture of personal experience and actual experiences from a variety of responsible/reliable sources.
Basically there are three main categories of Thai Women who, for various reasons, are interested in meeting foreigners but there are exceptions to every rule that was ever made! What follows are simply guidelines and generalidations!
The 1st kind
These are what are commonly known as Bar Girls, Street Walkers and/or Hookers. These are straight forward prostitutes who sell their services for a negotiable fee; which can be for a half hour quick one up to a three month contract or more! This is their permanent job and they have no other form of work/money earning facility. Mostly these girls are not interested in permanent relationships as they enjoy their life – contrary to what many ‘do gooders’ organisations would have you believe! There is a high risk of disease but they are capable of delivering a high level of sexual and companionable satisfaction and are very good at making their clients believe ‘he’ is the best ever. By reputation, they will never be happy with anything resembling a marriage although many foreigners have tried to take them away and re-adjust. Other sources (statistics) suggest that less than 5% are satisfactory!
However for the foreigner who wants a two day/week/month fling with no strings attached, this is where he fits into the Thai scenario
Many of these girls have at least two or three permanent arrangements with foreigners, who visit Thailand once or twice a year and stay for a few weeks. These men have to make regular monthly payments to keep up the relationship but then they are ‘met off the plane’ and it’s straight to bed without having to search in bars or wherever!
The 2nd kind
These are women who are on the border line of prostitution (the gray zone) depending upon how you want to define prostitution. Often times they are office workers, sales girls, receptionists etc. who want a good time once in a while but not necessarily any sort of permanent relationship. Some, some ….. are bored wives whose husbands are working away and just want to be wined and dined once in a while. They are usually not particularly interested in money as such, as long as the foreigner concerned is ‘picking up the bill’ for the restaurant or overnight stay.
This category is a little difficult to find and nearly impossible for the casual visitor because they are not easily recognised and their inclinations are not advertised – but there are exceptions through casual encounters at a bank, pharmacy or department store etc. etc.
The 3rd kind
These are ‘youngish’ but more mature(experienced!) women, who have usually been married before to a Thai, divorced and totally fed up with the attitudes of Thai men! It should be clearly understood that ‘one night stands’ or even longer term stays are definitely NOT acceptable. They usually have a job and so are not in financial difficulties.
These women, are not only very attractive physically but are usually more honest than most, reliable and make very good loving and appreciative companions/wives. Almost always they look for OLDER men because these are considered to be more stable and caring than the younger ones who are more prone to flit about (aka butterflies). The big requirement is that they want their man to be with them ALL the time. They want a permanent relationship – either Thai Style or marriage European style after a reasonable period of getting to know each other by Email, telephone and non sexual visits for a while. They are NOT interested in either of the 1st or 2nd category situations. The criterion is that they must feel sure you will stay with them for ever.
These women are usually in the range of 30 to 40 years of age but are often more attractive than the younger girls because they know how to look after themselves as well as their prospective partners (younger girls rarely know much or care about the latter!).
Women in this category often have one or two children by their first marriage but these are almost always looked after by their Mothers – a perfectly normal Thai custom.
“Why”, you might ask, is this criterion of ‘permanency’ so important to them? Well firstly, they are ‘decent’ women and if the foreigner disappears after a month or even after a year they are then regarded by neigbours and friends as some kind of prostitute – rightly or wrongly! Thai women (men too) care about ‘loss of face’ very very much more that the average foreigner.
Next, in order to have been with someone long term, they would probably have had to stop working and to regain a job at their age in Thailand is NOT easy. Companies (even International ones) much prefer to employ young girls. (lower salaries etc.)
So if you leave them after a period of time, they are left lonely and without any source of income! These are some of the reasons why, this 3rd category of women are choosey and careful about their association with foreigners. However they have a great deal more to offer than their younger contemporaries for any man who is looking for home comforts as well as sex per se!
There is no doubt about the fact that for older foreigners, this 3rd category of young women is by far the best possibility which enjoys a relatively high degree of success. Once you are satisfied and sure of each other, a man will have all the sex and loving attention that you have ever imagined in your wildest dreams in addition to all the comforts of home!
An addendum in praise of the 3rd category of women
For many men (especially Thai males) there is a fixation about the attractions of very young girls which relates to the totally fictional belief that sex with a young little used female organ provides the greatest enjoyment. However in grim reality, the fullest sexual enjoyment comes about when two people possess significant amounts of experience, and can then participate fully in terms of actions and feelings.
There are few, if any, young females in the 3rd category who would possess this kind of experience so that their contribution to sexual satisfaction would be minimal to say in the least!
On the other hand, women possessing more maturity (30 to 40 years of age) will have had much more experience and can therefore provide/achieve much much more to mutual satisfaction.
There is a very true old adage that, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and while tastes in terms of ‘beauty’ may differ widely, in general it will be found that women in the 3rd category range are often even more beautiful and physically attractive because their bodies are more mature with more seductive profiles and they know how to take care of themselves and to keep themselves in shape generally. If you are a foreigner looking for a ‘caring’ person with a sense of responsibility and the ability to make a comfortable home in addition to the sexual aspects, then this category is definitely the one for you to select
The last word – ‘please leave some for us!’
A letter written recently to the Editor of an English Language Thai Newspaper contained a plea from a group of Thai men who were very concerned about the high rates of foreigners marrying Thai women. It seems that statistics, supposedly from the Marriages Registration Offices (Ampur/Kate in Thai) indicate that the numbers of Thai women marrying foreigners are escalating every year!
Bref... après les agences de rencontre avec les femmes russes, il faudrait un buisness avec "de la" thaie.
Cela existe déjà. Tout a déjà été fait dans ce domaine. Par contre, je prédis l'apparition d'agences matrimoniales pour homos sous peu. Les boxeurs de 40 ans vont pouvoir se marier.
Je n’ai pas trop envie de rencontrer une prostituée, mais aimerais rencontrer une fille de bonne famille (bouddhiste) ayant les mêmes buts que moi. Fonder une famille et vivre heureux dans un climat d’amour et de confiance mutuelle.
Je ne sais pas bien par où commencer mes recherches.
Comment et où rencontrer une personne sérieuse ? En ville ou plutôt dans les endroits touristiques ?
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salut rencontrer une fille de bonne famille en Thaïlande , je pense que c'est très difficile voire extrêmement difficile malgré ce que l'on peut penser..
pourquoi? Parce que qui dit (future) conjointe de "bonne famille" dit personne d'origines sociales aisées.
Donc si on est logique, étant donné que la majorité de la classe moyenne en Thaïlande a un revenu inférieur à ce qui se fait en Europe, reste la classe aisée et riche financièrement....en d'autres termes , toi Français de classe moyenne en France tu risques d'avoir des difficultés rien qu'en essayant d'avoir des relations avec ce milieu social.
Donc reste les "futures" conjointes de milieu social plutôt défavorisé ; comme le montre le reportage en question l'Anglais se marie avec une femme qui a peu de ressources financières ; d'où le risque d'inadéquation entre les 2 conjoints .
Ensuite il ne faut pas perdre de vue que pour les filles qui travaillent dans les bars de PAttaya et de Phuket, étant issues de régions pauvres de Thaïlande, le fait de se marier à un étranger leur permet une certaine ascension sociale..
Sinon Thai Boss a fait une parfaite description des choses.
😎definition en anglais......attention c est une copy right registration( la mienne ).. a lire attentivement pour ceux que ça intéresse
qui sont ces femmes thailandaises qui recherchent des partenaires..... farang .....
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je ne sais pas si c'est toi qui a fait le texte mais il me semble que tout est dit, rien à rajouter..😉
Étonnant parfois les termes utilisées: de bonne famille...penses tu que seules les filles de bonne famille tiennent la route? C est fini la lutte des classes. Même en Thaïlande tout le monde se mélangent maintenant. Et je ne parle pas que de relations affectives mais aussi amicales (personnellement je pratique le cyvlisme avec des gens BIEN plus aisés que moi ici et jamais je n'ai ressenti de prise de supériorité...).
Va dans les boites huppés de Bangkok et tu verras di les filles de bonne famille sont si sage^^.
Le forum Thaïlande c'est vraiment le forum du cliché...
Va dans les boites huppés de Bangkok et tu verras les filles de bonne famille sont si sage^^.
😇la n ai pas la question . bien
sur ces filles commes les hommes thai sont la fète et quand ils font la fète et bien c est pire que les fètes de songkran ..avec les bagarres qui s en suivent ..... en tant que farang tu n as pas beaucoup de chance de la marier , mais de coucher avec oui , si tu sais t y prendre oui ......
en fait si tu relis mon petit guide ça rentre dans la catégorie 2 .je n en parle pas car il est extrêmement difficile de les rencontrer , les filles de milliardaire ou millionnaires , il y en a des milliers .... tu les trouvent dans les universités
et quand elles sortent c est en bande ou minimum a deux .....et elles ont toutes des voitures a + d un million de baht ...
j ai un reportage près sur eux( faut je réfléchisse encore ce que je veux en faire ) ....dating a millionaire woman in Bangkok !!!!!et ceci par pur expérience, j ai passé quelques mois dans ce milieu de millionaire et milliardaire thai ....
je ne sais pas si c'est toi qui a fait le texte mais il me semble que tout est dit, rien à rajouter.
oui c est moi , avec un correcteur anglais quand même, un ami écrivain ....il y a aussi ce livre/roman en français
Jeff Molto L expat ...... enfer au paradis tome 1 méfie toi des filles...qui parle de l expérience sentimentale entre un farang et une thailandaise
pas mal thaiboss, mais chercher a definir, le marriage, meme du franco-francais.. il y a de tout, des imbrobable qui fonctionne parfaitement, d'autre qui semble parfait de l'exterieur un vrai desastre..
je connais d'anciennes prostituees marrier qui sont d'exelente femme, forte dans les affaires , bonne mere, maitresse de maison parfaite.. d'autre de "bonne" famille bachelore a l'etranger, qui se comporte pire que des filles de bar des que le mari a le dos tourner..
la seul chose dont on peux etre certain, c'est qu'on ne sait rien avant que l'histoire soit vecue..
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
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I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
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First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
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Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
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.
Hi! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
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.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur
Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral.
Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo).
Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok:
* Orangutan Center
* Malayan Sun Bear Center
* Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan.
Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari.
Jungle walk.
Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari.
Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port.
Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar
5 full days.
* Snorkeling
* Hiking
* Turtle watching
* Wild beaches
* Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland.
Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
