Connaissant, les thaïs, je ne serais pas étonné qu'ils mettent le paquet pour tout nettoyer afin que tout soit opérationnel avant cette date.
tout à fait d'accord Thibault, on en a eu la preuve après le tsunami ils bossaient 24h sur 24h et on tout remis en état ce n'est pas comparable évidemment mais on sait que pour redorer le tourisme ils vont mettre le paquet surtout que le gros rush du mois arrive d'ici 10 jours
l'informatique etc de l'aéroport pour eux ça devrait être "facile" le PAD n'a pas du faire des dégradations matériels
Connaissant, les thaïs, je ne serais pas étonné qu'ils mettent le paquet pour tout nettoyer afin que tout soit opérationnel avant cette date.
tout à fait d'accord Thibault, on en a eu la preuve après le tsunami ils bossaient 24h sur 24h et on tout remis en état ce n'est pas comparable évidemment mais on sait que pour redorer le tourisme ils vont mettre le paquet surtout que le gros rush du mois arrive d'ici 10 jours
l'informatique etc de l'aéroport pour eux ça devrait être "facile" le PAD n'a pas du faire des dégradations matériels
cette année il n'y aura pas vraiment de Pick Season (entre crise éco mondiale & situation politique délicate en Thailande), presque tous les hotels ont des dispos meme entre noêl et nouvel an
........A government official said the first flights out of Suvarnabhumi international airport will leave for Rome and Sydney on Dec 5, bringing to an end seven days of misery for tourists who have been unable to leave the country......................????.....................
Autre commentaire:We will try to open the airport as soon as possible, " said Serirat Prasutanond, acting head of Airports of Thailand.
Cargo flights began operations Tuesday, reports said.
A report quoting the country's airport authority said Bangkok's international airport will remain closed until 15th of this month.????????????😠
France télévision semble parler du 15/12 au sujet de la reprise des vols pour les passagers, espérons que ça soit bien avant
Antoine (Planetethailande.com)
Il se peut que mon site www.planetethailande.com t'aide à préparer ton séjour en Thaïlande et en Asie. N'hésite pas à y jeter un oeil et à le partager (un like sur Facebook fait toujours plaisir) :)
Cher collegue de cour de recreation, je te signale que les deputes elus n'ont pas ete invalider et que la majorite reste la meme !
Trés mauvaise interprétation de mon message, ce coup ci tu as loupé le ballon !😉
Tu peux t'imaginer que de l'autre coté de la frontière, la situation ne laisse pas indifférent ...d'autant plus qu'elle pourrait se traduire par des bruits de bottes, si certains courants du PAD devaient un jour accéder à des bribes de pouvoir! C'est quand même à cause d'eux qu'est ressorti le conflit du Preah Vihear !
Selon l'AFP, citant les responsables de l'aéroport de Bangkok celui ci réouvrira au fret le 2 décembre, et le 15 décembre pour le trafic passagers.
Les informations lues directement sur le Bangkok Post et The Nation sont un peu différentes. Le Bangkok Post ce matin mentionnait le 15 décembre pour un retour à une activité normale. The Nation mentionne :
Somkiat said that the meeting agreed that all flights in and out the airport will be resumed as normal. PAD which has seized the airport since last week will divide channels and space for passengers from the protesters. The panel will examine assets inside and outside the airport to check if there was any damage before returning the areas to AOT. Somkiat said he could not say for now when officially the airport will resume the service because he has to talk with other PAD's co-leaders. Meanwhile Wutthipun said that AOT will jointly inspect the readiness of the airport with PAD as soon as possible. "I think that Suvarnabhumi Airport will be able to be re-opened within 24 hours, " he said. Referring to checkpoints set up by PAD at the entrances of the airport, AOT and PAD will jointly conduct the screening of passengers into the airport. "First priority of the work is to clean all the passengers' buildings and to remove tones of garbages from the areas, " he said. Meanwhile an informed source said AOT told PAD that the airport should be resumed the service on December 3.
où il est évoqué un début de reprise le 3 décembre sous réserve semble-t-il de " discussions " et du nettoyage. Il n'est pas mentionné si il y a eu ou non des dépradations mais sur le plan aéronautique et logistique le redémarrage ne va peut-être pas aussi aisé que tous les voyageurs peuvent l'espérer. Je vous souhaite une bonne soirée et voici le lien vers l'article de The Nation :
www.nationmultimedia.com/2008/12/02/headlines/headlines_30090021.php
et je ne peux faire que comme tout à chacun ici : lire et faire part d'une information que je ne suis bien évidemment pas en mesure de confirmer ou infirmer.
certians article affirment que l'aéroport ne sera pas opérationnel pour les torusites vant le 15 décembre.
On ne reouvre pas un aéroport comme BKK en 24/48h au trafic passager apres une grosse semaine d'occupation avec un simple passage de femmes/hommes de ménage !
une semain comme annoncé initialement semble realiste ça ferait dont 10/11 decembre et ce si, coté politique, tout va bien !
Bon voyage et surtout voyagez zen!
Michel France (85)
Il est recommandé (source france Diplomatie) aux passagers hors Thailande, mais devant transiter par Bangkok pour un retour en France, de ne pas se diriger vers l'aeroport de Bangkok pour le moment !
Contacter sa Cie aérienne !
Bon voyage et surtout voyagez zen!
Michel France (85)
Sans prendre de position politique, un truc qui me fascine et leur faculté créative. Les 2 clans sont bourrés de banderoles, accessoires vestimentaires, gadgets, etc à leur croyance.
Comparé aux "manifestations" en suisse, il y a une sacré marge !
Il voulait lui donner des fleurs, mais comme il n'y a pas de fleurs sur l'île, il lui a donné l'argent des fleurs
Comparé aux "manifestations" en suisse, il y a une sacré marge ! Faut dire qu'elles sont plutôt rares, les suisses sont pas très démonstratifs et peuvent proposer une initiative populaire au vote s'ils ne sont pas contents 😉 Sauf sur la place des Nations a Genf ou c'est tous les jours 😉😇😏😏😏😄
Oui, c'est vrai, on n'est pas de bons révolutionnaires... je me dis parfois dommage !
A la place des Nations, ils ont une remontée de Calvin ? Pas vraiment très suisses les manifestants, la plupart du temps, kurdes, tamouls, etc.... et j'en oublie 😉 alors la remontée de Cal-vin c'est pas vraiment leur tasse de thé 😛😏😏😏😏😄😄😇
Pensez-vous que les vols réguliers (de ligne) au départ d'Europe et à destination de BKK seront rétablis avant ceux au départ de BKK qui doivent absorber les personnes n'ayant pas pu partir depuis 8 jours ?
Ne serait-ce pas une possibilité pour les Cies de faire leurs rotations pour ramener leurs passagers (clients) de Thaïlande tout en respectant les billets vendus au départ de l'Europe ?
...Pensez-vous que les vols réguliers (de ligne) au départ d'Europe et à destination de BKK seront rétablis avant ceux au départ de BKK qui doivent absorber les personnes n'ayant pas pu partir depuis 8 jours ?
Ne serait-ce pas une possibilité pour les Cies de faire leurs rotations pour ramener leurs passagers (clients) de Thaïlande tout en respectant les billets vendus au départ de l'Europe ?
Possible bein sur ! mais ne pas oublier les asiatiques bloqués en Europe ! même si il y en a moins !
Bon voyage et surtout voyagez zen!
Michel France (85)
Le nombre de fois ou j'ai été à Phuket, il s'est jamais rien passé à l'aéroport, pas de manifs et d'annulations de vols, rien, les avions à l'heure, le retour à la maison direct ; ils ont attendus que je sois partis pour mettre le chaos, et dire que j'avais une excuse imparable pour rattaquer le boulot au moins 15 jours plus tard,
je suis vraiment un garçon qui n'a pas de chance . La prochaine fois, peut être........
rassurez vous cela semble s'arranger. enfin! la crise dans les aéroport, pour le reste?????
les autorités annoncent l'ouverture des deux aéroports dans les 24H, le fret semble déjà ouvert
alors croisons les doigts, moi aussi je part bientôt--
Moi aussi je suis heureux et rassuré que les aéroports s'ouvrent à nouveau, je n'avais plus de légumes thaïs à la maison, les épiceries asiatiques ne sont plus approvisionnées.😠😠😠😏😏😏
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
ca a l'air plus rapide que prévu, un vol thai à atterri tout à l'heure venant de phuket au nouvel aéroport,
Thaïlande: reprise progressive du trafic aérien à l'aéroport international de Bangkok
il y a 35 min le 3 décembre
Les compagnies aériennes ont repris progressivement mercredi leurs opérations à l'aéroport international de Bangkok, évacué par les opposants antigouvernementaux, alors que le trafic aérien devrait revenir à la normale jeudi, selon des responsables à l'aéroport.
Un premier vol intérieur, affrété par la Thai Airways avec 307 passagers, a atterri à l'aéroport Suvarnabhumi vers 14H10 (07H10 GMT), en provenance de l'île touristique de Phuket (sud), ont précisé ces responsables.
La Thai Airways a indiqué dans un communiqué que six vols partiraient mercredi soir et tôt jeudi matin à destination de Sydney, New Delhi, Narita, Francfort, Séoul et Copenhague.
03/12/2008 AFP
Un Boeing 747, affrété par le gouvernement français et transportant plus de 500 personnes qui étaient bloquées en Thaïlande, a quitté aujourd'hui un aéroport militaire près de Bangkok pour retourner à Paris, a annoncé l'ambassadeur de France, Laurent Bili.
"Nous avons travaillé toute la nuit", l'avion "a décollé à 11H46 (05H46 à Paris) de l'aéroport militaire de Don Mueang" et "tout le monde avait l'air très content", a dit l'ambassadeur à l'AFP.
M. Bili a précisé que 516 ressortissants français, qui étaient de passage en Thaïlande lorsque les aéroports civils ont été bloqués la semaine dernière, avaient pris place à bord du vol spécial, en plus des équipes de soutien, notamment médicale, venues de Paris.
"Nous avons été le seul pays à pouvoir bénéficier" de la base militaire de Don Mueang "qui nous a été offerte par l'armée de l'air thaïlandaise".
Dans la suspicison de fraudes électorales, pour moi il n'y a qu'une seule solution, faire appel à l'observation de l'ONU pour superviser le vote.
Sinon, le camp perdant trouvera toujours quelque chose à y redire et ça recommencera de plus belle.
Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
Et dans la foulée, qu'on nomme les bourgmestres de la périphérie Bruxelloise !
Dans la suspicison de fraudes électorales, pour moi il n'y a qu'une seule solution, faire appel à l'observation de l'ONU pour superviser le vote.
Sinon, le camp perdant trouvera toujours quelque chose à y redire et ça recommencera de plus belle.
Hello, it’s been a while since I last asked for your help on this forum—I’ve really missed it! I hope you’re all doing well, whether you're new or returning members.
I’m planning a trip from February 6 to 18, 2027, with my sister (we’re 47 and 50—time flies!). I’ve got my eye on a flight from Paris that lands in Bangkok on February 7 at 3 PM, with a return flight from Bangkok on February 18 at noon.
My sister has never been to this destination, and it’ll be her first time in Asia. Her priorities: beaches, sunshine, and cocktails by the shore. For me, I love that too, but I also enjoy exploring, nature, forests, and a bit of comfort (mixing guesthouses and higher-end hotels with pools). A little evening entertainment would be great, but not too much—good cocktails in a nice atmosphere rather than a rave party ;-). And I can’t help but dream of taking her on a little trek through a tropical forest (guaranteed memories and laughs, though she might curse me at the time) and showing her some karst landscapes.
I’ve been to Thailand before, but it was 15 years ago...
The idea is to give her a taste of Bangkok for 1 or 2 nights, a few days on an island (but which one...?), a tropical forest excursion with 1 or 2 nights on-site (Khao Sok?), and then back to Bangkok.
For the "main" island, even after reading the *Guide du Routard*, I’m still undecided. It’s hard to find a place that ticks all the boxes without feeling as crowded as the French Riviera in August: Koh Lanta? Khao Lak (though it’s not an island)? Koh Tao (I could maybe get my PADI certification, but I’m afraid she’d get bored, and it might be better to save that for a solo trip)? Koh Yao Yai (I worry we’d be bored in the evenings)? What a dilemma!
Thank you if you’ve read this far! Feel free to share any advice—it’ll all be warmly welcomed.
Here’s a rough outline of the itinerary (I’d rather skip a night in Bangkok if needed):
· Saturday, February 6, 2027: departure (overnight flight)
· Sunday, February 7, 2027: arrival at 3 PM, probably at the hotel by 6 PM, evening in Bangkok (overnight in Bangkok)
· Monday, February 8, 2027: day in Bangkok (Wat Pho and a floating market?) (overnight in Bangkok)
· Tuesday, February 9, 2027: travel to Koh Lanta or another island (flight to Phuket or Krabi?) (overnight on island "x")
· Wednesday, February 10, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Thursday, February 11, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Friday, February 12, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Saturday, February 13, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Sunday, February 14, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Monday, February 15, 2027: travel to Khao Sok—nighttime excursion to Khao Sok (overnight in Khao Sok)
· Tuesday, February 16, 2027: exploration and hike in Khao Sok (overnight in Khao Sok)
· Wednesday, February 17, 2027: return trip to Bangkok (overnight in Bangkok)
· Thursday, February 18, 2027: return flight to Paris at noon
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.
I’m planning a trip to Cambodia and was set on visiting the Ratanakiri region, which seemed to match what we love most in terms of landscapes: forests, jungle, greenery...
However, as I started looking into the area, I read that deforestation there is massive, and some of the info on the topic is years old—the situation hasn’t improved since, unfortunately.
So my question is: is Ratanakiri still worth visiting, and does it justify the long travel time and distance to get there?
I’ve seen that jungle treks are possible, but from experience, I know guides sometimes hesitate to venture deep into the forest and stick to shorter walks along the edges of parks.
Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there, we’re landing at Hanoi Airport and would like to head straight to Cao Bang without going into Hanoi. Does anyone know if there are buses that go directly from the airport to Cao Bang (especially in the early afternoon)? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!
hi everyone,
I want to travel in the north for 3 weeks in September-October 2026 to meet ethnic minorities, photograph mountain rice terraces and their harvest, and revisit Halong Bay—but maybe Lan Ha Bay instead. Can you recommend one or more local agencies?
Thanks, and happy holidays!
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!
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.
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).
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! :-)
Tu es mignonne Lilli
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