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Avis sur Patong et recherche appartement
by Jeddaye
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bonjour
Je compte partir sur phuket, et sûrement à patong.
Mon but est de passer mes vacances a profiter de la plage et faire du jet ski.
Le soir c est me faire un resto et boire des bières ( ni plus ni moins...) bref je veux profiter de vacances au soleil cet hiver.et mes 2 autres semaines je les passerais à visiter la Thaïlande.
Donc est ce que vous pensez que patong est le bon endroit? De plus je cherche un appartement bien situé et avec piscine pour 2 semaines. Budget Max 550€.
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Patong c'est du cul du cul et encore du cul. Si tu es seul il est impossible de jour comme de nuit de se promener seul ( surtout pour un homme) sans se faire accoster.
A toi de voir moi j'ai passé un mois en thailande et je suis resté 5 jours à Patong. Ca fait parti de la Thailande mais il y a plein d'autre chose merveilleuse à découvrir dans ce pays.
Les plages sont vraiment moyenne en tout cas celle de patong. C'est noir de monde avec des parasols à perte de vue ( parasols payant bien sûr) donc si tu cherche la tranquillité va ailleurs.
Voila mon avis sur Patong mais je ne regrette pas du tout d'y être passé. Par contre je n'y resterai pas plus de 5 jours si j'étais toi
A toi de voir moi j'ai passé un mois en thailande et je suis resté 5 jours à Patong. Ca fait parti de la Thailande mais il y a plein d'autre chose merveilleuse à découvrir dans ce pays.
Les plages sont vraiment moyenne en tout cas celle de patong. C'est noir de monde avec des parasols à perte de vue ( parasols payant bien sûr) donc si tu cherche la tranquillité va ailleurs.
Voila mon avis sur Patong mais je ne regrette pas du tout d'y être passé. Par contre je n'y resterai pas plus de 5 jours si j'étais toi
Mes Photos de Voyages.
Enjoy and share !!!
http://vincentwolf.wix.com/photography
oui j'y vais seul et je sais très bien que je me ferais accoster. J'ai déjà fait la thailande il y a 2 ans ( chiang mai, chiang rai, bangkok et krabi). Et l'année dernière j'ai fait bali et la malaisie. Et crois moi la thailande c'était rien sur ce point comparé a bali ! Et pourtant a bangkok mon hôtel était à sukhumvit. Après moi je dis toujours que je suis pas intéressé et la fille part rapidement vers un autre européen, et surtout je ne fréquente pas les bars à gogo....
La en fait mon but est de partir en vacance au soleil et de profiter à pas très cher sur place ( je suis un gros fan de la cuisine thai !!! ) .Et la on me propose un billet bordeaux bangkok avec Air france à 650 cet hiver. De meme on me propose un appart sur patong, tout neuf, c'est un T1, avec piscine, salle de sport.... à 330e la semaine ménage compris.
je compte partir 3 semaines en thailande, donc en effet peut être que je vais raccourcir mon périple sur patong. Et en profiter pour aller à Macao et Hong Kong.
tu avais logé ou pendant ton séjour?
La en fait mon but est de partir en vacance au soleil et de profiter à pas très cher sur place ( je suis un gros fan de la cuisine thai !!! ) .Et la on me propose un billet bordeaux bangkok avec Air france à 650 cet hiver. De meme on me propose un appart sur patong, tout neuf, c'est un T1, avec piscine, salle de sport.... à 330e la semaine ménage compris.
je compte partir 3 semaines en thailande, donc en effet peut être que je vais raccourcir mon périple sur patong. Et en profiter pour aller à Macao et Hong Kong.
tu avais logé ou pendant ton séjour?
Je t'arrte de suite, l'accostage a Patong est d'une autre intensite qu'a Kuta. (je suppose que tu parles de Kuta quand tu mentionnes Bali). A kuta on te fait des propositions a partir de minuit, a Patong, c'est 247... Prefere Kata, plus tranquille et jolie plage.
soyons désinvoltes, n'ayons l'air de rien.
Patong, sujet de discussion récurent sur le forum et perso, c'est l'exemple typique de ce que le tourisme de masse apporte de pire :prostitution, alcoolisme, consommation de stupéfiants, architecture de bric et de broc, environnement sacrifié et développement des mafias qui veulent se partager ce gâteau bien indigeste mais tellement rémunérateur grâce aux pigeons qui viennent y passer leurs vacances.Certes, on peut fermer les yeux et se faire complice de tout ce merdier......300 Euros pour une semaine , c'est cher pour la Thaïlande.Phuket offre d'autres lieux plus agréables et tellement moins chers que PATONG .Je souris quand tu évoques ton penchant pour la cuisine thaïe car ce n'est pas à Patong que tu mangeras thaï ......Pour le jetski, arnaques fréquentes des loueurs auprès des touristes .
Tu prends le temps de réfléchir sur Patong mais surtout tu prends des infos sur PHUKET qui a tellement mieux à offrir que Pattaya bis .Bonne vacances .....
thierry3468
Patong c'est du cul du cul et encore du cul. Si tu es seul il est impossible de jour comme de nuit de se promener seul ( surtout pour un homme) sans se faire accoster.
Se faire accoster de quelle façon? Effectivement tous les 10 mètres(Dans certaines rues de Patong, pas toutes) tu entendras "Massaaaaaaages ?" ll suffit de faire un grand sourire et de montrer que tu n'es pas interessé, on ne te courra pas après...
A toi de voir moi j'ai passé un mois en thailande et je suis resté 5 jours à Patong. Ca fait parti de la Thailande mais il y a plein d'autre chose merveilleuse à découvrir dans ce pays.
Disons que pour ce monsieur qui veut faire du Jet ski et profiter de la plage, dans un premier temps Patong sera plus approprié que Chiang Rai..
Les plages sont vraiment moyenne en tout cas celle de patong. C'est noir de monde avec des parasols à perte de vue ( parasols payant bien sûr) donc si tu cherche la tranquillité va ailleurs.
Pour ce qui est des parasols payants, c'est partout pareil! Si tu visites les autres plages, Karon, Kata, Surin, Kamala, en pleine haute saison, il y a autant de monde dans chacune d'elles. Par contre, un petit coup de mobilette, et il existe dans l'ile des superbes petites plages non encore gavées de monde.. Mais faut pas réver, la petite crique deserte où il n'y a que toi, la mer et les coquillages.....C'est pas facile à trouver!
Quand on lit certains commentaires, je me mets à la place de ceux qui ne sont jamais venus à Phuket et donc à Patong, effectivement ça donne pas envie d'y aller!!! J'y vis depuis plusieurs années, je suis en plein coeur de Patong et je peux vous dire que si l'on ne se cantonne pas à Bangla Road et la route de la plage, il y fait bon vivre..
Se faire accoster de quelle façon? Effectivement tous les 10 mètres(Dans certaines rues de Patong, pas toutes) tu entendras "Massaaaaaaages ?" ll suffit de faire un grand sourire et de montrer que tu n'es pas interessé, on ne te courra pas après...
A toi de voir moi j'ai passé un mois en thailande et je suis resté 5 jours à Patong. Ca fait parti de la Thailande mais il y a plein d'autre chose merveilleuse à découvrir dans ce pays.
Disons que pour ce monsieur qui veut faire du Jet ski et profiter de la plage, dans un premier temps Patong sera plus approprié que Chiang Rai..
Les plages sont vraiment moyenne en tout cas celle de patong. C'est noir de monde avec des parasols à perte de vue ( parasols payant bien sûr) donc si tu cherche la tranquillité va ailleurs.
Pour ce qui est des parasols payants, c'est partout pareil! Si tu visites les autres plages, Karon, Kata, Surin, Kamala, en pleine haute saison, il y a autant de monde dans chacune d'elles. Par contre, un petit coup de mobilette, et il existe dans l'ile des superbes petites plages non encore gavées de monde.. Mais faut pas réver, la petite crique deserte où il n'y a que toi, la mer et les coquillages.....C'est pas facile à trouver!
Quand on lit certains commentaires, je me mets à la place de ceux qui ne sont jamais venus à Phuket et donc à Patong, effectivement ça donne pas envie d'y aller!!! J'y vis depuis plusieurs années, je suis en plein coeur de Patong et je peux vous dire que si l'on ne se cantonne pas à Bangla Road et la route de la plage, il y fait bon vivre..
Mon site sur la Thaïlande : http://www.phil-a-phuket.com
@ therat: est ce que tu connais des condos a louer pour 2 semaines sur patong? je recherche quelque chose avec piscine absolument, et ensuite 1 chambre, wifi, tv et moderne.
j'ai repéré celui ci:
http://www.airbnb.fr/rooms/379563
si on ne peut pas mettre de lien de ce genre, je le retire, pas de pb.
Effectivement je compte également louer une moto pour me balader sur l'ile. Sinon pour Bali oui je parlais de kuta, et en journée je me faisais accoster aussi. Mais comme l'a dit Therat, je disais non avec un sourire, et ça passait tout seul.
Je vais tout de meme regarder d'autres endroits sur phuket, mais je trouve que kata c'est pas donné pour les locations ( enfin dans ce que je recherche, je ne cherche pas une chambre à la Thai)
Effectivement je compte également louer une moto pour me balader sur l'ile. Sinon pour Bali oui je parlais de kuta, et en journée je me faisais accoster aussi. Mais comme l'a dit Therat, je disais non avec un sourire, et ça passait tout seul.
Je vais tout de meme regarder d'autres endroits sur phuket, mais je trouve que kata c'est pas donné pour les locations ( enfin dans ce que je recherche, je ne cherche pas une chambre à la Thai)
oui j'y vais seul et je sais très bien que je me ferais accoster. J'ai déjà fait la thailande il y a 2 ans ( chiang mai, chiang rai, bangkok et krabi). Et l'année dernière j'ai fait bali et la malaisie. Et crois moi la thailande c'était rien sur ce point comparé a bali ! Et pourtant a bangkok mon hôtel était à sukhumvit. Après moi je dis toujours que je suis pas intéressé et la fille part rapidement vers un autre européen, et surtout je ne fréquente pas les bars à gogo....
La en fait mon but est de partir en vacance au soleil et de profiter à pas très cher sur place ( je suis un gros fan de la cuisine thai !!! ) .Et la on me propose un billet bordeaux bangkok avec Air france à 650 cet hiver. De meme on me propose un appart sur patong, tout neuf, c'est un T1, avec piscine, salle de sport.... à 330e la semaine ménage compris.
je compte partir 3 semaines en thailande, donc en effet peut être que je vais raccourcir mon périple sur patong. Et en profiter pour aller à Macao et Hong Kong.
tu avais logé ou pendant ton séjour?
Hello, Une question importante : Quand pars-tu exactemet? Il faut savoir que si tu pars entre le 15 décembre et le 31 janvier, les prix des hotels ou apparts sont au plus haut. Pour la location que tu as trouvée, cela revient à environ 2000 B par jour, si c'est dans cet intervalle c'est correct, sinon c'est un peu cher. Ensuite tu parles de piscine et de salle de sport, est-ce que tu en as vraiment besoin? Beaucoup de gens n'en profitent pas. Surtout si tu es près de la mer. T'es-tu renseigné ou était ce T1 dans Patong? Patong est grand... et tu pourras te trouver à 30 minutes à pied de la mer en fonction des endroits... Je pense que c'est important..
La en fait mon but est de partir en vacance au soleil et de profiter à pas très cher sur place ( je suis un gros fan de la cuisine thai !!! ) .Et la on me propose un billet bordeaux bangkok avec Air france à 650 cet hiver. De meme on me propose un appart sur patong, tout neuf, c'est un T1, avec piscine, salle de sport.... à 330e la semaine ménage compris.
je compte partir 3 semaines en thailande, donc en effet peut être que je vais raccourcir mon périple sur patong. Et en profiter pour aller à Macao et Hong Kong.
tu avais logé ou pendant ton séjour?
Hello, Une question importante : Quand pars-tu exactemet? Il faut savoir que si tu pars entre le 15 décembre et le 31 janvier, les prix des hotels ou apparts sont au plus haut. Pour la location que tu as trouvée, cela revient à environ 2000 B par jour, si c'est dans cet intervalle c'est correct, sinon c'est un peu cher. Ensuite tu parles de piscine et de salle de sport, est-ce que tu en as vraiment besoin? Beaucoup de gens n'en profitent pas. Surtout si tu es près de la mer. T'es-tu renseigné ou était ce T1 dans Patong? Patong est grand... et tu pourras te trouver à 30 minutes à pied de la mer en fonction des endroits... Je pense que c'est important..
Mon site sur la Thaïlande : http://www.phil-a-phuket.com
je compte partir début novembre, j'ai pas encore de dates fixes, mais c'est à cette période ( retour avant le 6 décembre) que je peux avoir des billets d'avion à prix intéressant.
et donc le prix de l'appart c'est pour début novembre également.
Pour la salle de sport, non pas besoin, par contre oui pour la piscine.
il se situe à phrabarami
sinon on me propose un autre à coté de cool sea house. Si je trouve rien d'intéressant et bien placé ( me déplacer a pied sur patong est un critère principal) alors je me tournerai vers l'hôtel.
sinon on me propose un autre à coté de cool sea house. Si je trouve rien d'intéressant et bien placé ( me déplacer a pied sur patong est un critère principal) alors je me tournerai vers l'hôtel.
J'ai visualisé ton T1, il a l'air bien effectivement. Pas mal situé non plus, mais il te faudra quand même une mobilette pour te déplacer. Le soir, il n'y aura pas beaucoup d'activités à cet endroit.
Cool sea house est situé au sud de Patong contrairement à celui que tu sites en 1ier qui est au nord.
Je trouve que le prix que l'on te propose est quand même un peu excessif mais bon, tu trouveras pas non plus un endroit de ce standing en plein coeur de Patong pour la moitié du prix!
Mon site sur la Thaïlande : http://www.phil-a-phuket.com
exactement j'étais aussi à bali et à kuta et c'est pas comparable en plus tu te fais pas trop accoster à kuta. PATONG c'est une industrie
Mes Photos de Voyages.
Enjoy and share !!!
http://vincentwolf.wix.com/photography
salut , faudrait ptet arréter de ne voir que le coté sexe de phuket, c'est à cause de ça que les gens associent la Thailande à la prostitution etc...
ça fait plusieurs années que je vais à patong en vacances et c'est pas pour autant que je me tape des p**** !!
OK il y en pas mal, c'est vrai mais à coté de ça y a énormément de belles choses à voir et à faire.
Sinon pour passer tes vacances, Patong c est le coin le plus animé , bars et discothèques, petite préférence pour le BLOW :)
Pour ce qui est de l'appart, ça me parait cher quand meme, 12000 baths la semaine ça fait beaucoup. A ce prix tu peux trouver un hotel avec de belle chambre et piscine. Mais bon ça n'engage que moi.
Pour ce qui des plages, perso je ne vais jamais à patong ; pas trop loin de patong , max 20 minutes , tu as quelques belles plages bien mieux que celle de patong. En scooter c est un régal mais faut vraiment etre très prudent sur la route. Un peu plus loin tu as d autres plages superbes en allant au sud de l ile. Et puis t as rahia, le max !!
Sinon pour passer tes vacances, Patong c est le coin le plus animé , bars et discothèques, petite préférence pour le BLOW :)
Pour ce qui est de l'appart, ça me parait cher quand meme, 12000 baths la semaine ça fait beaucoup. A ce prix tu peux trouver un hotel avec de belle chambre et piscine. Mais bon ça n'engage que moi.
Pour ce qui des plages, perso je ne vais jamais à patong ; pas trop loin de patong , max 20 minutes , tu as quelques belles plages bien mieux que celle de patong. En scooter c est un régal mais faut vraiment etre très prudent sur la route. Un peu plus loin tu as d autres plages superbes en allant au sud de l ile. Et puis t as rahia, le max !!
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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!





