la corbeille est là pour y mettre le papier que tu as utilisé, mais après avoir utilisé la douchette, donc en théorie le papier est juste mouillé, pas de m..... et donc pas de panier puant😉
+1 😏😏😏
Merci pour la précision! maintenant je comprend mieux pourquoi pas apparemment tous les papiers ne sont pas puants! (moi qui a toujours pensé que c'était à cause de ces dames pour le pipi... mais maintenant que je réfléchis bien... j'étais dans les toilettes hommes! (donc pas de dames!!!) 😐 )
Question bête pour Almoore et pour le forum habitué de la thailande...
Si la théorie d'Almoore est juste (ce que je trouve plausible) comment est-il possible... (attendez je vais la mettre en gras...)
Comment est-il possible de se récurer l'arrière train avec du PQ thai après la douchette sans que ce papier, une fois mouillé vous colle au Q?
Je sais que certains vont ce foutre de ma gueule... mais j'emmène toujours 2 rouleaux de PQ suisses avec moi pour cette raison... (car j'aime pas repasser la douchette après pour enlever les bouts de papier 😎)
Comment est-il possible de se récurer l'arrière train avec du PQ thai après la douchette sans que ce papier, une fois mouillé vous colle au Q?
Je sais que certains vont ce foutre de ma gueule... mais j'emmène toujours 2 rouleaux de PQ suisses avec moi pour cette raison... (car j'aime pas repasser la douchette après pour enlever les bouts de papier 😎)
hou là là, mais dis donc Fex, c'est l'histoire du serpent qui se mord la queue, c'est sans fin ..... 😏
n'empêche que ça a bien sa place dans "différences et usages qui peuvent dérouter" ...
eux utilisent le papier pour "sécher" et la mettre dans la corbeille... (et ça, ça déroute) ... Tandis que nous, qui avons l'habitude du "tout à l'égout"... on se récure avec et on le met dans la corbeille...."
ça déroute certes (cette histoire de PQ) mais c'était bel est bien l'idée de l'initiant du post non? "coté pratique" 😉
Bon... je m'arrête là...je pense qu'on a tous compris maintenant le bon usage du PQ thai.... (en dehors que sur les tables de restaurant, bien sûr)
Pour changer de sujet, le côté pratique que j'aime bien, c'est l'abondance de spectacles et animations de rue qu'il peut y avoir en ville ou en province.
je m'explique.Plusieurs fois je me suis retrouvé en face d'un concert de girls ou boysband Thaï sur SiamSquare.Au pied du MBK il y avait aussi la réunion des de pratiquant de Cosplay très bien fait.Lors de Songkran il y avait des animations théatrales ou des stands de vente de plats cuisinés thaï en plein Bangkok.Il y a la possibilité de voir des défilés, comme lors de la fête des mères au mois d'aout (j'ai vu cela en Issan)Il y a les processions de fêtes typiques en Issan
Les cortèges de véhicules armés de bidons d'eau en plein Songkran.D'une manière générale, il n'est pas rare de croiser ces évènements ou beaucoup de thaïs prennent part. Ce sont des choses qui rythment l'année et font que la vie des Thaïs ne se résument pas qu'à travailler. Et puis c'est aussi parfois un moment de partage familial ou entre amis.
Tout cela dénote un trait de société typique, et que j'aime beaucoup. 🙂
Ps : j'aime aussi la possibilité de remplir comme on veut son Soda dans un 7eleven. Je sais que c'est hors contexte mais moi j'ai vu cela que là-bas, et ça me plait 😄
Ps : j'aime aussi la possibilité de remplir comme on veut son Soda dans un 7eleven. Je sais que c'est hors contexte mais moi j'ai vu cela que là-bas, et ça me plait 😄
Ah... moi c'est le nescafé glacé... j'y mets toujours un fond d'Ovaltine....
Ce sont des choses qui rythment l'année et font que la vie des Thaïs ne se résument pas qu'à travailler
Travailler ?
Pas sanouk !
🙂:
"Paï Tiâo" veut dire sortir, aller se balader, s'amuser
Pendant que nous nous posons des questions sur les grands problèmes, payons nos impôts les Thaïs riches ou pauvres partent a la plage pour le festival de Songkran avec le tam tam et une réserve de gnôle, toute une journée a flotter dans l'eau avec des bouées, a manger a se cuiter et a ne rien faire, sabaï, sabaï !
La culture Thaï se trouve telle dans l'art de la vie ?
Ne pas se soucier du lendemain, caisse retraite ? assurance sociale ? bof !
Avoir de l'argent ? oui pour acheter une Benz ou Rolex
Le travail, l'école, les obligations ? pas Sanouk
Penser? pas Sanouk, fatiguant et inutile, beaucoup penser équivaut a....
Programme ? Projet ? pas Sanouk
Et de toute façon avec le système de comptage du temps 3 heures peut devenir 9 heures le soir, le matin ou le milieu de la nuit, bien fou celui qui veut saisir le temps
Il est sanouk d'aller se promener, boire du whisky, jouer aux cartes écouter des chansons
Dormir la nuit et une partie de la journée, éventuellement un peut de sexe pendant les courts moments de réveil
Il est sanouk de ne pas lutter pour avoir de bons diplômes, ne pas chercher a résoudre un problème compliqué, l'effort est suspect,
Le plus important:
Etre sabaï en toutes circonstances, avoir l'âme en paix et sans soucis,
Pourquoi s'emporter ou s'énerver pour quelque chose qui s'écoule entre vos doigts ?
Extraits de l'article de Guido Franco dans "Les Larmes de Bouddha " Editions Autrement, série monde n° 43 février 1990
Je plussoie pour cette question.
C'est pourquoi je me promène toujours avec mon paquet de lingettes (on en trouve même par là maintenant sous la marke Papapoko dans les 7/11 par exemple).
Comment est-il possible de se récurer l'arrière train avec du PQ thai après la douchette sans que ce papier, une fois mouillé vous colle au Q?
Oui publiques ou les jeunes talents montants s'affrontent et se selectionnent pour la suite.
Ca peut etre assez violent mais pour ce qui est de l'ambiance oui c'est plutot sympa.
C'est aussi une bonne opportunite de decouvrir de visu ce sport gratuitement.
Oui en faite mon ami aurais voulu aller voir un combat de boxe Thai mais moi j'en ai aucune envie ... Donc je me dis que cela peux être une bonne altéranative ...
Où exactement et a quelle heure ?
Comme deja dit :
de 18 h a 20 h tous les mercredis devant MBK.
Sinon il y a l'excellent show a Asiatique tous les soirs, mais c'est relativement cher et bien sur cela reste un show, ce ne sont pas de vrais combats de competition.
Je suis de ton avis mais en fait les 2 n'ont juste rien a voir.
MBK, c'est ambiance kermesse et a Asiatique, c'est un vrai spectacle avec mise en scene, jeux de lumiere, sorte d'opera rock dont le theme central est la boxe thai. Bien sympa aussi, meme quand on est pas vraiment attire par la discipline.
L'avantage aussi de MBK, c'est que si tu satures tu peux aller faire un tour aux magasins pendant que ton ami regarde les combats.😏
Oui j avais vu mais les trucs de rue je trouve cela plus sympa on peux bouger manger boire un coup et partir quand on veux :-)
Bonjour Caroline
Comme dit par Barbara c'est au MBK.
Les combats sont devant l'entrée principale côté passerelles d'accès au BTS , station national stadium.
Il y a un micro temple et c'est juste la , le mercredi soir ; viens de bonne heure les places sont gratuites mais chères .La meilleure vue( ± 20/30m) est sur la passerelle.
Allez c'est fete, je vais rajouter une louche... de mercis.
Merci Caro et Nico, de nous avoir remercie Evil et moi !!! 😏😏😏
Ps : Si il y a bien quelque chose qui m'enerve c'est quand on se decarcasse pour rendre service et que le retour c'est le neant, rien au cube de zero, pas l'ombre de la queue d'un petit merci. C'est pourtant des choses qui se font entre personnes civilisees.
Dans ces cas-la c'est plus fort que moi, je mettrais des baffes virtuelles.
aaargghhh...
Parmi les différences qui peuvent nous surprendre :
- le nombre de fruits pas mûrs que les thaïs aiment,
- le sel qu'ils ajoutent dans un jus d'orange, par ex.
- les fraises ou autres fruits qu'ils accompagnent d'un mélange de sel, piments et sucre,
- se moucher en faisant du bruit est très mal vu mais on dépose son mouchoir sale sur la table,
- leur capacité à dormir n'importe où et n'importe quand,
- en cas de fêtes, décès, etc, on bloque la rue et on s'installe. Si vous devez rentrer chez vous, vous rentrerez quand ce sera terminé et vous vous invitez au repas,
- se garer si possible en face de l'endroit où l'on se rend et si on gène la circulation, ce n'est pas grave,
- quand on débroussaille son terrain et que le terrain à coté est inoccupé, on y balance tout,
- quand on organise une fête chez soi, le lendemain est consacré à nettoyer sa pelouse : bouteilles, mégots, etc tout tombe à l'endroit où l'on est,
- on balaye la route en face de soi tous les jours et même plusieurs fois par jour, mais si à coté de la maison il y a 5m3 de détritus divers, cela ne semble poser de problèmes,
- vous donnez un coup de klaxon à 3 h de l'après midi, c'est grossier; mais 3 autocars, illuminés comme des sapins de noel et la ou les sono à fond, traversent le village à 2 h du matin et réveillent tout le monde, c'est sanouk,
- quand on visite la maison d'une famille thaïe, on est surpris du peu si pas de l'absence de meubles,
- en cas de fête dans le quartier, si vous laissez votre grille ouverte, on viendra s'y garer sans souci,
- etc, etc.
sauf que même si j'adore la Thaïlande rien qu'écologiquement c'est quand même une méga catastrophe 😕...
A mon avis il faudrait un peux de chez nous un peux de chez eux est on aurait quelque chose de bien :-)
Oui je sais c'est une problème récurant ... Ils n'ont pas encore compris que pourtant c'est pas là qu'ils devraient commencé...
En même temps quand tu vois au USA tu te dis que ça n'a rien a voir 😛
Bonsoir Barbara,
Tu es la nouvelle égérie, pacificatrice de la frange Thaïlande de ce forum emplis de rebelles belliqueuses et queux.
Viens nous rendre visite plus souvent, nous ne nous en porterons que mieux.
😏😏😏😇
Bonsoir Barbara,
Tu es la nouvelle égérie, pacificatrice de la frange Thaïlande de ce forum emplis de rebelles belliqueuses et queux.
Viens nous rendre visite plus souvent, nous ne nous en porterons que mieux.
😏😏😏😇
Mon cher petit singe, je vais te faire une confidence publique.
Suite a quelques episodes dramatiques personnels, il y a bien longtemps que je n'ai qu'une seule philosophie ;
Ne prendre que le bon en toute chose et en toute personne.
Et focaliser dessus en tachant d'oublier le reste.
Car une vie c'est court, et ca ne vaut pas la peine de s'embarrasser de petitesse et de sentiments qui tirent vers le bas.
A forcieuri sur un forum avec des interlocuteurs dont on ne sait que ce qu'ils veulent bien laisser transparaitre.
Meme chez le plus sombre des imbeciles, il existe une portion (infinitesimale chez certain je te l'accorde), de bon.
Et meme le plus cretin a forcement quelque chose a m'apprendre.
Voila ce qui m'aide a planner dans mon petit monde et a rarement preter l'echine aux grincheux de service que je plains plus que je ne condamne.
En d'autres termes et en son temps, Jean Giono avait tout resume dans les annees 40 en ecrivant :
"La vie est un fruit, notre role a tous est de le devorer.
Rien ici-bas ne compte plus que cela".
Voyager est pour moi une facon de devorer ce fruit, alors les critiques ineptes et inaptes, les attaques et provocs en provenance d'anonymes mals leches sur un forum...personne n'a meme idee a quel point je m'en tamponne.
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, 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.
Summer seems to be the best time weather-wise for Bali.
And since summer’s when we can take a long trip, let’s go for Bali... even though we know it’ll be *packed* with people!
So we’ll steer clear of the island’s south...
Our current plan (19 days on the ground, 7 stops):
- 4 Nights (3 days) in Ubud
2 days for rice terraces / activities (Tegallalang, Campuhan Ridge, Monkey Forest, Bird Park, coffee plantation, market (?), dance "pestacle," cooking class and/or spa)
1 day with a driver for the Temples (Pura Gunung Kawi, Tirta Empul Spring, Pura Mengening, Goa Gajah...)
- 2 nights in Sidemen (1 day for Pura Kehen + Batur Caldera + Pura Besakih and 1 day to relax in the rice terraces)
- 3 nights on Gili Meno (Rest and beaches) from Padangbai
- 2 nights in Amed (1 day from Padangbai with the Abang rice terrace and Tirta Gangga baths, and the next day a boat tour in Amed)
- 4 nights in Pemuteran (1 day for transfer and rest, 1 day to visit Kawah Ijen, and 2 days of snorkeling at Menjangan Island)
- 2 nights in Munduk (1 day with the Dayang rice terrace and the 3-waterfall hike, 1 day at Pura Ulun Danu Bratan)
- 2 nights in Jatiluwih (1 day in the rice terraces, and on the last day, we’ll stop by Pura Taman Ayun in Mengwi and Pura Tanah Lot before catching our red-eye flight).
Accommodations in homestays or hotels.
Transportation to be arranged on-site with the lodgings (?)
Boat to Gili Meno to book in advance (?)
Kawah Ijen excursion to plan ahead (?)—check with the homestay (?)
Thanks for your thoughts/comments to help us explore this destination...
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