Salut, je suis arrivée à Phuket il y a une semaine, j'habite un appart à Patong avec mon copain, mais celui-ci travaille tte la journée dans un hotel, je me retrouve dc ttoute seule la journée🙁
J'aimerais savoir si de nouveaux arrivants comme moi, qui habitent à Phuket seraient interessé pour connaitre un peu les lieux .L'arrivée dans un autre pays, une nouvelle culture, langue est un peu difficile au début et surtt ''seule''.
Voila envoyez moi un message sur le forum ou en privée.
"Tout bien considéré, il y a deux sortes d'hommes dans le monde : ceux qui restent chez eux, et les autres."
(Rudyard Kipling)
Salut, je suis arrivée à Phuket il y a une semaine, j'habite un appart à Patong avec mon copain, mais celui-ci travaille tte la journée dans un hotel, je me retrouve dc ttoute seule la journée🙁
J'aimerais savoir si de nouveaux arrivants comme moi, qui habitent à Phuket seraient interessé pour connaitre un peu les lieux .L'arrivée dans un autre pays, une nouvelle culture, langue est un peu difficile au début et surtt ''seule''.
Voila envoyez moi un message sur le forum ou en privée.
Pourquoi ne pas essaier de l'humanitaire? enfin je sais pas ce qu'il y a sur phuket land 😏 j'y ai que séjourné 3 jours dans ma vie 😛
Bonjour Anaih.
j'ai un ami qui est presentement a Phuket a L'hotel the Royal Paradise a Patong Beach dans le meme quartier que toi. il est loge a cet hotel du 18 au 21 Septembre 08: Il s'appelle Eric Von-Pine c'est un Français et il habite a ile de la reunion departement Français situe dans ocean indien, tout comme moi vivant dans la meme ile.
Comme c'est la premiere fois qu'il visite Phuket peut etre que vous pouvez vous rencontrer a Phuket, pour cela il faut contacter la reception de l'hotel the Royal Paradise pour lui laisser un message car je n'ai pas son numero de chambre et je n'ai pas de contacte pour le moment avec lui.
cordialement
jean chane teng.
Salut
ben ecoute c bien dommage, j'aurais un peu d emal a le contacter surtt s'il s'en va demain, mais j'aurais voulut le connaitre....moi aussi je suis reunionnaise et je viens de st Pierre.....la coincidence!
Merci quand meme!
"Tout bien considéré, il y a deux sortes d'hommes dans le monde : ceux qui restent chez eux, et les autres."
(Rudyard Kipling)
Bonjour a vous.
Merci pour ta reponse. Tu peux essayer quand meme de le contacter ce samedi 21 septembre08 a l'hotel the Royal Paradise a patong Beach. Oui il me semble que Dimanche le 22 /09/08 il reprend l'avion pour Bangkok et il reste quelques jours de plus a BKK.
De plus avant de venir de sejourner a Phuket il a sejourner 3 nuits a Koh Samui" ile au coco". Si tu as l'occasion de partir avec ton copain via Avion ou par Bateau ( ferry Boat) via Krabi et reprendre le bateau ferry pour y aller a Koh Samui. Il y a tous les Mois a Phanghan island pres de Koh Samui a 45 ou 50 min par speed boat ou un peu plus long le parcours par ferry boat( 2h30 de route).
Il y a des personnes qui parlent le Français et qui viennent de France, de Belgique, ...
Oui je disais que tous les Mois il y une fete de la musique a ile de Phanghan: le Full Moon Party( tres populaire: plus de 10 000 personnes viennent y danser et ça dure 1 nuit ( style Goa, Ibiza).Maintenant si tu veux le site pour avoir les informations sur Koh Samui en Français, d'ailleurs il y a un forun sur cette ile.
les informations sur Koh Phanghan ou se passe la musique tous les Mois avec les dates pour faire la fete: si tu le veux je peux t'envoyer par email les informations.
Est ce que tu restes avec ton copain jusqu'au 21 Fevrier 09 et ensuite vous retourner a la Reunion ou en France?Est ce qu'on peut avoir vos coordonnees si ça vous derange pas a Phuket avec votre email .
mon email est la suivante:
na-not@hotmail.fr
Ile de Krabi est a voir aussi et phi phi par ferry boat.
Peut on savoir votre vrai nom dans la vie courante et que faite vous comme metier a Phuket a part votre copain qui est dans l'hotelerie.
Moi aussi je suis a Saint Pierre et je m'appelle jean chane teng.
j'ai eu l'occasion de faire plusieurs fois la Thailande et 2 fois Phuket avant le Tsunami.
cordialement
jean
Salut,
Est ce que tu es autonome ? tu roules en scoot. déjà tu aurais une autonomie importante !
il faut que tu ailles à la mission française, elle est à Phuket ville, tu auras un contact avec des Français, et tu seras renseignée sur quelques "liens" français.
Sur que ce n'est pas facile d'arriver comme ça, tu parles anglais ?
tu es pour combien de temps à Phuket ?
Il y a une salle de sports à Patong, je ne pourrais te donner l'adresse, mais en te renseignant ce sera facile de trouver, tu pourras avoir avec des contacts avec des Français.
Pour les balades, tu peux aller vers Surin, la route est bonne, tu longes la côte, les paysages sont magnifiques, ne t'inkiètes pas tu mets ton casque, et tu parts, il faut que tu ais un téléphone sur toi. Le mercredi apm, à kamala, il y a le marché, un vrai marché thai, là tu "rentres" dans ce qui en tout est différent pour nous. Tu ne risques rien, l'ile n'est pas trés grande, tu retourneras toujours au point de départ. Après tu feras découvrir à ton copain.
si tu n'es pas compliquée tu communiqueras trés vite avec les locaux.
Bon c'est sur si tu as un grand coup de blues, tu peux aller à Carrefour, ou Central Festival, tu y retrouveras un peu tes repères. Moi aussi j'ai été expat. mais pas en thailandeet des fois j'en ai eu besoin. Surtout quand on est seule toute la journée.
Tu t'y feras tu verras, va vers les gens, ils sont trés gentils, sur que Phuket c'est l'endroit trés touristique de la Thaïlande, mais c'est la Thailande quand même.😏😉
L'humour suppose une forte dose de détachement et de liberté.
Va a Kamala au resto Baan Mai, il est tenu par Fred et c'est un repère de francophone sur Phuket, tu y rencontreras surement beaucoup de monde, regardes ICI pour le plan de khun barbot, merci a lui 😉
Trés bon conseil, Fred est super, il saura te mettre à l'aise, il parle Thai, comme il parle Français !! je le dis, car la première fois j'étais stupéfait ! et c'est vrai qu'il y a là beaucoup de Francophone, tu y passeras de bonnes soirée, s c'est l'incontournable resto pour moi, quand je suis à Phuket !
Et la "table" est super, si tu veux manger de la bonne viande, tu peux y aller !!! 😉
L'humour suppose une forte dose de détachement et de liberté.
tu as le dolphin bar c'est juste en face de l'absolut hotel(sirirat road à Patong) le patron (Laurent) et ses managers (Chris et David) sont francais très sympa pour manger et prendre un verre à l'aise, sur bangla tu as aussi le jaguar bar tenu par Greg(aussi un francais). je suis à Patong le 1 octobre pour minimum 6 semaines si tu veux d'autres renseignements je te donnerais mon numero de téléphone en MP.
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Nous atterrissons à KL on pense y reste 2 jours puis partir sur Bornéo et terminer par une ile pour snorkeling.
Pour ceux qui ont déjà fait quels sont vos incontournables?
on se disait peut être de consacrer 3 jours les derniers aux iles Perenthian, a moins que vous ayez uen ile à me conseiller proche de Bornéo,
Merci pour vos conseils et votre aide
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).
Bonjour à tous,
pouvez vous me donner vos avis sur mon itinéraire de 3 semaines.
nous sommes un petit groupe (famille + amis) 12 personnes, nous envisageons de partir vers le 21 Janvier 2027.
voici mon itinéraire:
3 nuits Bangkok
4 nuits Chang Mai
3 nuits Koh Samui
3 nuits Koh Phangan
4 nuis Krabi
4 nuits Phuket
Si suis également preneur de tout vos bon plan....
Merci à tous, Alain.
Hi! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
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.
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.
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...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
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!
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. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
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?????
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 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
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.
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.
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
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! !
