🙂
enfin !!!
j'ai encore 2-3 questions notament sur Phuket. N'ayant pas trouvé de contacts pour des bungalows sur kamala sur let net, on va probablement atterir d'abord sur kata-karon les 2-3 premières nuits et prospecter par la suite (j'en profiterais pour boire un coup au Bann Maï 😉) ... Enfin on verra bien.
sinon taxi ou bus ? je crois qu'il y a des navettes de l'aéroport jusqu'à chaque plage mais bon ensuite faut chercher alors un taco why not ? ça coute combien ?
sinon pour résumer les truvs à voir : kop phi phi / phang ga et sinon ?
pour bouger on veut louer motocyclette (j'ai même fait faire mon permis international ; je préfère me payer un massage qu'une prune !) mais au fait qu'elle est la superficie de l'ile ? et sur place y'a pas de risque de se faire tirer facilement la moto (enfin je suppose que tout est prévu 😉 mais bon ...)
Si je puis t'apporter quelques éléments de réponse, les voici :
Phi Phi Islands, ça a bien changé depuis le Tsunami, Phi Phi Don, ( la grosse île) n'a plus grand chose à voir avec celle d' il ya un an et demie lorsque j'y étais... Malgré tout, ça vaut le coup d'être vu, j'en ai vu des photos prises il y a trois jours, ça reste mignon mais ce n'est plus la "3ème plus belle île au monde" .Phi Phi ley, ça doit être encore bien impressionnant à voir, vas donc voir... Phang Nga, c'est surtout mythique grâce à James Bond, si t'es dans cette mouvance là, pas de problème, mais c'est pas là où tu trouvera du sable blanc et de l'eau turquoise... Pour ça Kata, Karon, Nai Harn, et les îles du sud de la mer d'Andaman c'est parfait (kho khai, Raya Islands, Kho Similans (mention spéciale pour les Similan Islands, c'est un décor venu d'une autre planète : on se croit Aux Seychelles, aux Maldives et en pleine jungle en même temps, unique en Thailande...)
Et puis, oui, ne te prive surtout pas des massages, de préférence sur les plages, Ceux de Kata sont très bons parait il...
Il y a des bus toutes les demi-heures de l'aeroport vers la gare des bus de Phuket-ville. C'est 52 bath par personne. (1 euro = 48 bath)
Apres ca, il faudra que tu prennes un tuk-tuk (des voleurs) ou un taxi-meter si tu en trouves un. Bonne chance. Ca, ce n'est pas un bon plan car Karon est eloigne de Phuket-ville.
Le mieux, ce de faire le trajet de l'aeroport avec un mini-bus. Ca dure un peu plus longtemps qu'un taxi mais c'est moins cher. Desole mais je ne connais plus les prix (250 bath peut-etre).
Il y a des taxi-meter a l'aeroport. Quand tu sors par la sortie principale, tu traverses le parking devant toi et ils sont la sur la gauche.
Le plus cher et le plus rapide, c'est l'airport-limousine. Ca doit etre 900 bath pour Karon ou qq chose comme ca.
Pour la location d'une petite moto 100 ou 125 cc, c'est plus ou moins 180 bath par jour. Attention de porter tjrs le casque et d'avoir le permis avec toi. Les flics chassent et ils attrapent. Le permis ou le casque, c'est 300 bath.
Il n'est pas frequent que les motos soient volees mais ca arrive, comme partout ailleurs. Tu fais gaffe quoi !
Phuket s'entend en longueur sur 45 km et en largeur sur 20 km.
Bonjour a tous et meilleurs voeux pour cette nouvelle annee!
Athena surtout evite les tuk tuk, les prix sont exorbitants et ce meme pour des courtes distances.De l aeroport tu peux prendre un mini bus(il y a trois ans c etait 150 bahts par personne, les prix n ont pas dut beaucoup bouger)que tu partageras avec d autres passagers donc multiples arrets, c est un peu l inconveniant.
Sinon peux tu me preciser ce que tu recherche exactement pour loger sur Kamala(budget, proche ou non de la mer etc...)je pourrais eventuellemnt faire quelques petites recherches avant ton arrivee.Niveau mobylettes flambee des prix pour les automatiques🤪en cette periode...et les vols sont relativements peu frequents mais ils existes donc quelques precautions sont a prendre afin d eviter de rembourser 48000 bhts au proprio😕
Niveau sorties en mer, c est aux similans qu il faut se rendre meme si cela coute plus chere que les petites iles au Sud de Phuket(tres belles aussi), c est vraiment magnifique😮
Sinon Phang gna je trouve pas cela extra, pour ce type de sortie privilegier Khao sok meme si c est plus loin et plus chere.
Cote plage sur phuket tu vas avoir l embarras du choix, certaines d entre elles sont assez peu connu et donc relativement calme.
A bientot
Mikael
Pour ce qui est du taxi. Nous étions 3 à partir en décembre et avons pris un taxi. Attention, nous l'avons pris en sortant de l'aéroport et cela nous a couté 200 baths pour nous trois pour aller à Kamala. Il ne faut pas avoir peur de sortir de l'aéroport tu trouveras toujours quelqu'un pour te prendre.
J'ai donc séjourné 5 jours à Kamala pour un bungalow de 3 personnes hyper spacieux avec eau chaude et clim. pour la modique somme de 1400 baths par jour et pour nous trois en bord de plage....canon....
Ensuite direction Koh Phiphi, où là ce fut le choc....j'avais connu cette ile il y a 6 ans....ok le tsunami a fait beaucoup de dégat encore apparant mais il n'y avait pas toutes ces constructions en dur....J'ai quand même trouvé un petit endroit super sympa....à vicking bay...le gérant est Thai mais est aidé par une Française Nathalie, super sympa qui te met à l'aise de suite. c'est un endroit très calme à l'écart de la foule, bungalows quasi au bord de l'eau....et pour la modique somme de 600 baths c'est à dire rien par rapport à l'île....sauf que tu n'as pas d'eau chaude et la salle de bain (canon) est commune....
Ensuite, direction Ao nang, là aussi l'endroit a énormément changé mais reste sympa....en plein expansion aussi. Bon plan aussi pour 3 on a trouvé un bungalow à 800 baths avec eau chaude et ventillo géré par Ismael (franco marocain) super sympa...
Et puis, retour à Phuket où nous avons séjourné à Patong une chambre pour 3 et payé 1200 baths avec eau chaude et clim. un peu excentré du centre mais super sympa.
Attention à Patong, il y a des personnes de toutes nationnalités qui te demande de gratter un ticket où tu peux gagner du tee-shirt jusqu'au super voyage on ne te demande seulement 1h30 de ton temps. En fait, ils te prennent la tête pendant 3 heures pour te vendre style un time-share mais pour 44 ans de vacances avec arrangement de paiement...et pour la modique somme de 18 000 euros et tu dois décider tout de suite ou alors cela te passe sous le nez, on est vraiment des veinards.... comme ils disent. Ca peut paraitre dingue et gros mais il y a en plein qui se sont fait avoir car la prise de tête est phénoménale, ils te font remplir des questionnaires, veulent savoir où tu aimerais passer tes prochaines vacances, tes vacances de rêves....ils disent également qu'ils font partie du groupe accor mais dans l'hôtel aucun document concernant accor.
Autre chose, on a loué les motos directement au bungalow pour 200 baths à kamala, pratique. Et il n'y a quasi aucun risque (le risque 0 n'existe pas), tu trouveras même des casques dans les paniers des motos...
Enfin bref, passe de bonnes vacances et suis à ta dispo si tu souhaites d'autres renseignements.
alut, moi en Tiahlande mes endroits préférés au sud c'est Koh Phi Phi à Krai et Rai Leh Beach à arbi aussi, Phuket à Kata beach. Tu peux partir de phuket (kata), ensutie partir du port de phuket en bateau jusqu'à koh phi phi et après en bateau encore aller à Rai Leh beach, après à Phan Ga en haut. Je te conseille aussi daller vers surat thani et de prendre un bateau vers Koh Tao un must vraiment, la plus bele ile de la Thailande selon mi. Aussi il y a Koh Samui et Koh Pha Ngan juste à côté.
J'ai donc séjourné 5 jours à Kamala pour un bungalow de 3 personnes hyper spacieux avec eau chaude et clim. pour la modique somme de 1400 baths par jour et pour nous trois en bord de plage....canon....
bonjour christelle
peux tu me donner le nom de l'endroit où tu as sejourné à kamala car je ne trouve pas d'adresse pour reserver nos premières nuits sur place, nous sommes une famille de 4 et ta petite description me plait beaucoup!
merci de tes renseignemnts
à bientot
manue
Salut,
J'étais a Ko phi phi la semaine derniére, j'ai des photos des plages bien sûr, mais aussi de l'état de la reconstruction. Si ça interesse du monde, c'est là.
http://goodmorningthailand.blog.expedia.fr/
Décidément christelle tu vas être fort sollicitée.
Ou pourrais-je trouver l'adresse de ton endroit de rêve.
Je pars avec ma femme et mes 3 enfants (13, 10 et 7 ans) et je me dis que ce que tu décris est vraiment super.
Je te remerci d'avance.
Jocelyn
Grace hotel resort et a cote de la il y a plein de guest houses recemment reparer et neuf en bord de plage, c est vers le poste de police de la plage de Kamala tu peux pas te tromper, des que tu prends le petit chemin vers la plage au coin tu as l hotel GRACE RESORT et tout le long de cette petite route tu as des guests houses dans les prix que tu annonces, et en plus c est un coin charmant et calme et pas loin du centre et a 9 Km de Patong si tu veux aller vers les animations touristiques .
Grace hotel resort et a cote de la il y a plein de guest houses recemment reparer et neuf en bord de plage, c est vers le poste de police de la plage de Kamala tu peux pas te tromper, des que tu prends le petit chemin vers la plage au coin tu as l hotel GRACE RESORT et tout le long de cette petite route tu as des guests houses dans les prix que tu annonces, et en plus c est un coin charmant et calme et pas loin du centre et a 9 Km de Patong si tu veux aller vers les animations touristiques .
Gens très gentils
bon voyage et profitez-en un max....et n'hésitez pas à faire un massage sur la plage de kamala (300 baths) dès votre arrivée vous ne le regretterez pas car je pense que ce sera le meilleur (avion, fatigue....)
merci beaucoup pour ces infos
en effet c'est le seul avec le benjamin resort qui figure dans le lonely planet!
merci on va attérir là bas alors, nous arrivons à l'aéroport de phuket vers 17 h donc le temp de s'installer...
on se fera masser le lendemain, le pied!!
j'en peux plus, j'ai trop hate de partir....😛😛😛
manue
Merci Christelle,
je prends note du fait que celui-ci ainsi que le Benjamin sont les deux meilleurs adresses.
Grâce à toi nous aurons un point de chute sur place.
Bon weekend.
Salut athena,
J'ai cherché à t'envoyer un mail privé mais ça marche pas.
Il est indiquer que tu refuses les mails privés.
Peux tu m'en envoyer un de côté ou modifier ce paramètrage dans ton compte ?
Je souhaiterai discuter avec toi concernant le sujet de ton dernier post auquel j'avais laissé une réponse.
merci,
Biquette😊
Merci Christelle,
je prends note du fait que celui-ci ainsi que le Benjamin sont les deux meilleurs adresses.
Le Benjamin ce n'est plus ce que c'etait... Service limite meme si ca reste peu cher. Dans la meme rue pas mal d'autres chambres du meme genre et moins chers. Mais en ce moment avec les travaux de reconstruction toujours en cours, c'est loin d'etre calme. Si vous aimez etre reveille tot au son melodieux des marteux-piqueurs et autres betonnieres, alors ca va 😛
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
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
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.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
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
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
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.
