I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling. For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees? We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo. Thanks for your tips and help!
Langson-Cao Bang: la route sanglante
by Larsay
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Marche pas ton lien 😕😛
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
Ah ben tu m'as devancée de quelques secondes... j'allais poster le même message. 😕
Nos albums/carnets et vidéos de voyages dans mon profil, ainsi que:
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C'est la faute a la miss coco qui dit bravo sans vérifier 😉 Miss Coco si tu me lis.... 😛
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
🙁Salut,
DSL mais ce liens marchais encore tout a l'heure!!!!
c'était sur Arte +7 et je crainds que nous soyons arrivés a +8😠😕 il faut payer maintenant😕🏴☠️
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DSL mais ce liens marchais encore tout a l'heure!!!!
c'était sur Arte +7 et je crainds que nous soyons arrivés a +8😠😕 il faut payer maintenant😕🏴☠️
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Un voyage de mille lis a commencé par un pas. (Lao-Tseu ; 1 lis=ancienne mesure chinoise équivalente a 576m définie des la dynastie Qin, mais qui variait selon la r��gion et l'époque, valeur actuelle 500m, le li est une mesure coréenne d'environ 3920m)
pour les pti curieux!!! le chien subliminaleeu
😉Bon ba décidément j'aurais pas le droit de revoir les reportages d'Arte😕 (2eme en une semaine😕🏴☠️😠)
alors du coup je te met un lien qui résume le reportage (le texte, c'est moins sympa que les images mais c'est deja ça) http://www.grands-reporters.com/...ison-des-medias.html
si tu veux vraiment oir des images y a sa sinon vite fait http://www.grands-reporters.com/Vietnam-images-inconnues.html?video=IMG%2Fflv%2F0717_vietman.flv#bdp
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alors du coup je te met un lien qui résume le reportage (le texte, c'est moins sympa que les images mais c'est deja ça) http://www.grands-reporters.com/...ison-des-medias.html
si tu veux vraiment oir des images y a sa sinon vite fait http://www.grands-reporters.com/Vietnam-images-inconnues.html?video=IMG%2Fflv%2F0717_vietman.flv#bdp
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Un voyage de mille lis a commencé par un pas. (Lao-Tseu ; 1 lis=ancienne mesure chinoise équivalente a 576m définie des la dynastie Qin, mais qui variait selon la région et l'époque, valeur actuelle 500m, le li est une mesure coréenne d'environ 3920m)
pour les pti curieux!!! le chien subliminaleeu
C'est la faute a la miss coco qui dit bravo sans vérifier 😉 Miss Coco si tu me lis.... 😛
Peut pas, elle vient de tomber ... 😉
Peut pas, elle vient de tomber ... 😉
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"""C'est la faute a la miss coco qui dit bravo sans vérifier Miss Coco si tu me lis.... """
Misscoconut reçoit 5/5 Khun BoumBoum 😉😉😉😉 Hello Hello 😉😉😉😉
Misscoconut bien reçu lien de RRR, visionné une bonne partie hier soir, le lien s' ouvrant parfaitement😛😛😛😛 Je signe et persiste pour le BRAVO à RRR 😛😉😛😉😛😉 - --
Misscoconut reçoit 5/5 Khun BoumBoum 😉😉😉😉 Hello Hello 😉😉😉😉
Misscoconut bien reçu lien de RRR, visionné une bonne partie hier soir, le lien s' ouvrant parfaitement😛😛😛😛 Je signe et persiste pour le BRAVO à RRR 😛😉😛😉😛😉 - --
""Le voyage pour moi, ce n' est pas arriver, c' est partir. C' est l' imprévu de la prochaine escale, c' est le désir jamais comblé de connaître sans cesse autre chose, c' est demain, éternellement demain"" Roland Dorgelès.
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😉😉😉 Hello RRR 😉😉😉
Hier soir juste après la pose du post ça marchait très bien, par contre ce matin plus rien. J' en ai profité un max hier soir, c' est tout bon for me😛😛😛
Hier soir juste après la pose du post ça marchait très bien, par contre ce matin plus rien. J' en ai profité un max hier soir, c' est tout bon for me😛😛😛
""Le voyage pour moi, ce n' est pas arriver, c' est partir. C' est l' imprévu de la prochaine escale, c' est le désir jamais comblé de connaître sans cesse autre chose, c' est demain, éternellement demain"" Roland Dorgelès.
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A+++ Lisa
C'est comme cela que des gens continuent à aller par exemple en Birmanie, la plus terrible narco-dictature du Monde ou chaque jour des femmes sont violées et des enfants tués par l'armée gouvernementale.
Et quand il rentrent, tu les entends dire: "C'était super le Myanmar, qu'est-ce qu'ils sont souriants les Birmans !" __
Oui MANU la Birmanie est un beau pays et dommage qu'on ne puisse y obtenir des visas de long sejour si on n'est pas investisseur. Faut servir ton discours aux francais allant aux Etats-Unis ce pays interventionniste qui a cause le plus de morts de par le monde depuis la fin de la derniere guerre mondiale, a ceux allant et vivant dans ces dictatures Africaines dont le Gabon propriete confisquee du megalo Bongo soutenu par la France et bien d'autres etats de ce continent aussi. Et la Chine pourquoi ne vitupere tu pas contre, tu crois que c'est le pays des libertes et la torture s'y pratique en prison.Laisse en paix les voyageurs pour la belle Birmanie dont je suis OU ENGAGE TOI DANS LA RESISTANCE BIRMANE pour un ancien guerrier comme toi !!! moins facile que tenir une guest-house hein, plus facile de brailler.
Et quand il rentrent, tu les entends dire: "C'était super le Myanmar, qu'est-ce qu'ils sont souriants les Birmans !" __
Oui MANU la Birmanie est un beau pays et dommage qu'on ne puisse y obtenir des visas de long sejour si on n'est pas investisseur. Faut servir ton discours aux francais allant aux Etats-Unis ce pays interventionniste qui a cause le plus de morts de par le monde depuis la fin de la derniere guerre mondiale, a ceux allant et vivant dans ces dictatures Africaines dont le Gabon propriete confisquee du megalo Bongo soutenu par la France et bien d'autres etats de ce continent aussi. Et la Chine pourquoi ne vitupere tu pas contre, tu crois que c'est le pays des libertes et la torture s'y pratique en prison.Laisse en paix les voyageurs pour la belle Birmanie dont je suis OU ENGAGE TOI DANS LA RESISTANCE BIRMANE pour un ancien guerrier comme toi !!! moins facile que tenir une guest-house hein, plus facile de brailler.
😉Salut Miss,
alors Re merci pour le bravo😛😄😏
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PS : DSL pour les autres fallait etre la de bonne heure🤪😄😏
alors Re merci pour le bravo😛😄😏
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PS : DSL pour les autres fallait etre la de bonne heure🤪😄😏
Un voyage de mille lis a commencé par un pas. (Lao-Tseu ; 1 lis=ancienne mesure chinoise équivalente a 576m définie des la dynastie Qin, mais qui variait selon la région et l'époque, valeur actuelle 500m, le li est une mesure coréenne d'environ 3920m)
pour les pti curieux!!! le chien subliminaleeu
😉Salut Boumba,
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Misscoconut bien reçu lien de RRR, visionné une bonne partie hier soir, le lien s' ouvrant parfaitement😛😛😛😛 Je signe et persiste pour le BRAVO à RRR 😛😉😛😉😛😉 - --
tu dis plus rien la hein😛😄😏!!!!!
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Un voyage de mille lis a commencé par un pas. (Lao-Tseu ; 1 lis=ancienne mesure chinoise équivalente a 576m définie des la dynastie Qin, mais qui variait selon la région et l'époque, valeur actuelle 500m, le li est une mesure coréenne d'environ 3920m)
pour les pti curieux!!! le chien subliminaleeu
Non seulement ce commentaire est inutilement hargneux, mais il n'a RIEN a voir avec ma discussion: la RC4 (branchee sur le mauvais traitement des prisonniers francais). Quelle plaie que toutes ces diversions!!!!!!!
FAUT DIRE CA AU Fanfan15 AUTREMENT DIT manu QUI A BRANCHE SUR LA BIRMANIE ET JE N'AI FAIT QUE REPONDRE. Il n'y a rien d'hargneux a dire des verites a monsieur je sais tout, j'ai tout fait, je siuis le meilleur, si vous etes pas de mon avis vous etes un C..si vous aimez pas ma guest-house c'est que vous etes medisant et jaloux puisque je suis le meilleur du lieu !!!
FAUT DIRE CA AU Fanfan15 AUTREMENT DIT manu QUI A BRANCHE SUR LA BIRMANIE ET JE N'AI FAIT QUE REPONDRE. Il n'y a rien d'hargneux a dire des verites a monsieur je sais tout, j'ai tout fait, je siuis le meilleur, si vous etes pas de mon avis vous etes un C..si vous aimez pas ma guest-house c'est que vous etes medisant et jaloux puisque je suis le meilleur du lieu !!!
Bonjour à tous
Merci pour ce forum et aussi à Larsay que mon amie a contacté hier pour notre pelirinage sur la RC4 .
Chers amis j'ignore quel est votre passé ou sensiblité mais si je peux me permettre je voulais juste vous faire part d'une petite experience militaire . J'ai été à Coetquidan en 1976 comme EOR . A l'époque le General commandant l'ecole était le Genaral A Bizard !!!!! Si vous lisez les ouvrages sur DBP son nom figurait en bonne place et croyez moi un exemple pour nous tous par son attotude emprenite de chaleur dans le contact . Passons ceci nous éloigne mais nous ramène à St Cyr ou j'ai fait mon peloton et pour vous dire qur j'ai cotoyé ces jeunes gens et en arrivant à Reims ai 1er GC ou j'ai eu l'honneur de servir sous les ordres du Lieutement Benoit PUGA qui était l'archetype du St Cyrien droit et sur de sa mission. C'est un grand officier voilà ma pensee et ses frères St Cyrien pour la plupart aussi et à cette époque en effet une elite . Passons bien sur sur les Carpentier abatardi par les politiques car il faut être politique pour arriver au sommet et bien sur les pratiquer et jouer au même jeu.
Maintenant mon jugement sur la guerre actuelle mais aussi passée et future si l'on fait la gurrer on la fait a fond et sans sensiblerie et on arrête les plaisanteries que l'on voit sur les reportages les braves Afghan qui font de grands sourire en serrant la main à nos soldats . Ne vous tropez pas sur ces sourires ils se moquent de nous assez idiots pour penser que c'est sincère. Il vaudrait mieux les voirs baisser la tête et respectueux croyez moi le boulot serait fait comme il faut selon les principes de Giap ou comme le montrait Mattei (lire Par le Sang Versé) sans faiblesse appliquant la loi du tallion sans faiblesse. Dans le cas précis il aurait fallu raser les villages les plus proches sans pitié ni considération croyez moi la zone aurait été pacifié pour longtemps et nos hommes respectes là ou les envoi à la boucherie sans les protéger . Bien sur les politiques là dedans ???? Cris d'orffraies, marche courageuse au centre de Paris avec l'ensemble du bolchvisme et alors !!!! Journaliste hurlant au drame etc.... viré de la télé et de la radio pour calmer les esprits . Rappelez vous les soutiens au khmers les défilés de la gauche réunies pour supporter des tortionnaires pire que les nazas . Amnésie generale, faute de jeunesse etc... mais toujours bien présents sur le devant de la scène aujourd'hui continuant à cracher sur la France . Juste ces petites remarques St Cyr ce n'est pas Carpentier mais plutôt Jeanpierre, Mattei, Vollaire, Bizard etc... Puga bien sur et tous ceux dont les ames rodent toujours autour de Dong Khé que je vais saluer avec tout le respect du Mond Merci aussi de ces précisions et j'espere avoir encore le plaisir d'echanger avec vous et peut être de vous rencontrer là bas. Michel
Merci pour ce forum et aussi à Larsay que mon amie a contacté hier pour notre pelirinage sur la RC4 .
Chers amis j'ignore quel est votre passé ou sensiblité mais si je peux me permettre je voulais juste vous faire part d'une petite experience militaire . J'ai été à Coetquidan en 1976 comme EOR . A l'époque le General commandant l'ecole était le Genaral A Bizard !!!!! Si vous lisez les ouvrages sur DBP son nom figurait en bonne place et croyez moi un exemple pour nous tous par son attotude emprenite de chaleur dans le contact . Passons ceci nous éloigne mais nous ramène à St Cyr ou j'ai fait mon peloton et pour vous dire qur j'ai cotoyé ces jeunes gens et en arrivant à Reims ai 1er GC ou j'ai eu l'honneur de servir sous les ordres du Lieutement Benoit PUGA qui était l'archetype du St Cyrien droit et sur de sa mission. C'est un grand officier voilà ma pensee et ses frères St Cyrien pour la plupart aussi et à cette époque en effet une elite . Passons bien sur sur les Carpentier abatardi par les politiques car il faut être politique pour arriver au sommet et bien sur les pratiquer et jouer au même jeu.
Maintenant mon jugement sur la guerre actuelle mais aussi passée et future si l'on fait la gurrer on la fait a fond et sans sensiblerie et on arrête les plaisanteries que l'on voit sur les reportages les braves Afghan qui font de grands sourire en serrant la main à nos soldats . Ne vous tropez pas sur ces sourires ils se moquent de nous assez idiots pour penser que c'est sincère. Il vaudrait mieux les voirs baisser la tête et respectueux croyez moi le boulot serait fait comme il faut selon les principes de Giap ou comme le montrait Mattei (lire Par le Sang Versé) sans faiblesse appliquant la loi du tallion sans faiblesse. Dans le cas précis il aurait fallu raser les villages les plus proches sans pitié ni considération croyez moi la zone aurait été pacifié pour longtemps et nos hommes respectes là ou les envoi à la boucherie sans les protéger . Bien sur les politiques là dedans ???? Cris d'orffraies, marche courageuse au centre de Paris avec l'ensemble du bolchvisme et alors !!!! Journaliste hurlant au drame etc.... viré de la télé et de la radio pour calmer les esprits . Rappelez vous les soutiens au khmers les défilés de la gauche réunies pour supporter des tortionnaires pire que les nazas . Amnésie generale, faute de jeunesse etc... mais toujours bien présents sur le devant de la scène aujourd'hui continuant à cracher sur la France . Juste ces petites remarques St Cyr ce n'est pas Carpentier mais plutôt Jeanpierre, Mattei, Vollaire, Bizard etc... Puga bien sur et tous ceux dont les ames rodent toujours autour de Dong Khé que je vais saluer avec tout le respect du Mond Merci aussi de ces précisions et j'espere avoir encore le plaisir d'echanger avec vous et peut être de vous rencontrer là bas. Michel
Bonjour Larsay et autres passionnés de la RC 4
Je viens de découvrir à Paris une boutique spécialisée sur la RC 4 "L'Indo-Chineur" 16 rue d'Abbeville 75010 Paris
Peut etre connaissez vous déja !
On y trouve des insignes, fanions, maquettes et les Pais Match des années 1959 à 1954 de plus il distribue les livres d'Indo Edition qui doit laur appartenir qui édite ou ré édite des ouvrages sur la RC 4, sur Charton, sur Segretain ou comme Médecin sur la RC 4, le Rendez vous manqué, le Fuyard de Lang Son etc....le propriétaire a écrit les combats de la RC 4 520 pages, 667 photos je vais me l'offrir.
Juste pour info
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Je viens de découvrir à Paris une boutique spécialisée sur la RC 4 "L'Indo-Chineur" 16 rue d'Abbeville 75010 Paris
Peut etre connaissez vous déja !
On y trouve des insignes, fanions, maquettes et les Pais Match des années 1959 à 1954 de plus il distribue les livres d'Indo Edition qui doit laur appartenir qui édite ou ré édite des ouvrages sur la RC 4, sur Charton, sur Segretain ou comme Médecin sur la RC 4, le Rendez vous manqué, le Fuyard de Lang Son etc....le propriétaire a écrit les combats de la RC 4 520 pages, 667 photos je vais me l'offrir.
Juste pour info
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HENON Eric
Bonjour
Site info@indoeditions.com WWW.indoeditions.com
Dans la boutique la femme s'occupe du rayon l'Indo-Chineuse soit vente d'artisanat vietnamien.
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Site info@indoeditions.com WWW.indoeditions.com
Dans la boutique la femme s'occupe du rayon l'Indo-Chineuse soit vente d'artisanat vietnamien.
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Eric
HENON Eric
Dans le cas précis il aurait fallu raser les villages les plus proches sans pitié ni considération croyez moi la zone aurait été pacifié pour longtemps et nos hommes respectes là
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- 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?
Thanks, and long live the Nam! !
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
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
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
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
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! :-)
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 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! !






