La ville impériale de Hué
by Larsay
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Oui, c'est ce qu'ils m'ont dit, qu'ils avaient enlevé celui-ci parce que les tombeaux se ressemblent. Mais les tombeaux ne se ressemblent pas du tout et ont chacun leur intérêt, je confirme.
Pour Bai Tu Long, nous avons pris 2 jours et une nuit seulement, nous en sommes très contents, car même si j'ai vu sur la carte qu'on ne fait que longer, nous n'étions que 5 petits bateaux dans les environs (le nôtre n'avait que 5 cabines) et nous étions au calme loin de la foule. Les paysages sont magnifiques même avec la brume et nous avons eu un peu de ciel bleu dans l'après-midi, pas de pluie, bref, l'idéal!
Sylvie
Pour Bai Tu Long, nous avons pris 2 jours et une nuit seulement, nous en sommes très contents, car même si j'ai vu sur la carte qu'on ne fait que longer, nous n'étions que 5 petits bateaux dans les environs (le nôtre n'avait que 5 cabines) et nous étions au calme loin de la foule. Les paysages sont magnifiques même avec la brume et nous avons eu un peu de ciel bleu dans l'après-midi, pas de pluie, bref, l'idéal!
Sylvie
salut
oui pour moi aussi ming mang est le plus beau et le plus paisible des tombeaux. et il ne ressemble pas aux autres. ensuite j aime aussi thieu tri, un peu a l abandon et en renovation depuis quelques annees. j avais reussi a rentrer une annee dans la partie interdite au public, un petit avantage que j ai adore. et j aime aussi aller regulierement ici,


aussi pour la tranquilite et la vue sur les collines de huê. a+
oui pour moi aussi ming mang est le plus beau et le plus paisible des tombeaux. et il ne ressemble pas aux autres. ensuite j aime aussi thieu tri, un peu a l abandon et en renovation depuis quelques annees. j avais reussi a rentrer une annee dans la partie interdite au public, un petit avantage que j ai adore. et j aime aussi aller regulierement ici,


aussi pour la tranquilite et la vue sur les collines de huê. a+
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
Bonjour,
je me permet de vous ecirire ce petit mot pour vous faire connaitre un site de cartographie complémentaire a google map. il s'agit de open street map: http://www.openstreetmap.org/ c'est un site de cartographie communautaire un wikimap en quelque sorte. il me semble que le chemmin dont vous parler pour aller au pont couvert y soit représenté. je voyage depuis 14 mois autours du monde et je ne jure que par ça.
Ma prochaine destination et le vietnam et donc un petit passage par hue!!!! merci encore pour vos conseil. je n'ai pas la fibre forum mais heureusement des gens comme vous les font vivire et j'en suis bien heureux!!!
Cordialement,
Xavier
salut
sur ta premiere carte, la route nationale est la 1a, qui arrive du hoi an, puis duong le duan et a nouveau 1a vers hanoi. ligne rouge.
ligne verte, comme je te l ai ecrit plus haut, au croisement au niveau du supermarche big c, c est la route pour le pont thanh toan.

salut
sur ta premiere carte, la route nationale est la 1a, qui arrive du hoi an, puis duong le duan et a nouveau 1a vers hanoi. ligne rouge.
ligne verte, comme je te l ai ecrit plus haut, au croisement au niveau du supermarche big c, c est la route pour le pont thanh toan.

salut
je n ai guere le temps pour vf en ce moment, depuis un an j ai delaisse le forum, je m y consacrerai plus tard car nous projettons de repartir trois mois l an prochain. je n ai pas change d avis ou d opinion sur le vietnam, tu peux toujours relire mes discussions et m envoyer un mp si tu as besoin de renseignements, mais pour certaines choses, mes renseignements seront obsoletes etant donne que mon dernier voyage date de 2010 et que tout change vite au vietnam. ton site a l air bien, mais quand je suis au vietnam, j ai un super atlas routier qui me sert tres bien. a+
je n ai guere le temps pour vf en ce moment, depuis un an j ai delaisse le forum, je m y consacrerai plus tard car nous projettons de repartir trois mois l an prochain. je n ai pas change d avis ou d opinion sur le vietnam, tu peux toujours relire mes discussions et m envoyer un mp si tu as besoin de renseignements, mais pour certaines choses, mes renseignements seront obsoletes etant donne que mon dernier voyage date de 2010 et que tout change vite au vietnam. ton site a l air bien, mais quand je suis au vietnam, j ai un super atlas routier qui me sert tres bien. a+
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
bonjour et bienvenue Fred..
le VN aura bien change depuis ton depart..
le prix de l'essence a augmente, maintenant on frole les 25.000d, c'est a savoir pour un motard comme toi.
Une nouvelle autoroute de 35m de large est en construction et qui reliera HN-HCMV en longeant la cote..ca va reduire la duree...mais cava defigurer le VN...progres oblige.
bienvenue
il fait tres chaud
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me permet de vous ecirire ce petit mot pour vous faire connaitre un site de cartographie complémentaire a google map. il s'agit de open street map: http://www.openstreetmap.org/ c'est un site de cartographie communautaire un wikimap en quelque sorte.
bonjour et merci pour ton site mais je verifie : les routes a proximite de ma ville ne figurent pas sur ce site... il manque toutes les petites routes discinales qui permettent d'eviter la route n'1...mais ces routes apparaissent bien dans google map. merci quand meme
bonjour et merci pour ton site mais je verifie : les routes a proximite de ma ville ne figurent pas sur ce site... il manque toutes les petites routes discinales qui permettent d'eviter la route n'1...mais ces routes apparaissent bien dans google map. merci quand meme
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salut mon ami
Une nouvelle autoroute de 35m de large est en construction et qui reliera HN-HCMV en longeant la cote..ca va reduire la duree...mais cava defigurer le VN...progres oblige.
sniff.😠😕 c est pour cela que je prefere passer par l interieur des terres. a+
Une nouvelle autoroute de 35m de large est en construction et qui reliera HN-HCMV en longeant la cote..ca va reduire la duree...mais cava defigurer le VN...progres oblige.
sniff.😠😕 c est pour cela que je prefere passer par l interieur des terres. a+
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
Message pour vous dire que suivant reco de Larsay on vient de faire Gia Long et Min Mhang ce matin. Un chouilla déçu par Gia Long au niveau vestiges (surtout par les tombeaux qui sont en fait 4 murs noicit avec le temps avec un toit - aucune porte) par contre le cadre est très joli. Pas de droit de visite, sauf pour voir les tombeaux (20.000d pour 2 apres nego aupres du gardien qui sommeillait - faut dire qu'il n'y avait persone). Min Mhang est effectivement tres beau. A noter que le droit d'entrée est passé à 80.000d mais aucun pb pour garer la moto. Ca nous a pris environ 1h15 pour arriver à Gia Long (alors que hier tout le monde disait que c'etait loin et que ca prendrait 2h...). Y'a un bateau à prendre pour traverser la rivière à un moment donné (panneau qui l'indique, c'est en contrebas de la route). Un peu surpris par le coût de la traversée, 100.000d pour l'aller retour pour 2 motobykes, c'est notre driver qui a discuté car no english ici. Le driver avec sa moto nous a coûté 10$ (pour ces 2 monuments, plus le Tuc Duc qu'on a eu la flemme de faire, et une jolie pagode vu au retour) et nous avons pris en plus une moto à 5$ pour nous 2.
Bonjour
Ravi de vous avoir rendu service mais j'ai bien peur que vous ayiez sûrement vu le tombeau lui-même (photo ci-jointe), qui est gigantesque, sans réaliser que c'était ça vu que, comme d'habitude, les panneaux indicatifs sont inexistants raté le tombeau, ; les fameuses ruines noircies sont le compliment des B 52 ou autres engins US de la guerre du Vietnam.
Ravi de vous avoir rendu service mais j'ai bien peur que vous ayiez sûrement vu le tombeau lui-même (photo ci-jointe), qui est gigantesque, sans réaliser que c'était ça vu que, comme d'habitude, les panneaux indicatifs sont inexistants raté le tombeau, ; les fameuses ruines noircies sont le compliment des B 52 ou autres engins US de la guerre du Vietnam.
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Sur votre photo, les tombeaux se trouvent effectivement apres avoir passé la porte tout en haut. Porte cadenassée que le gardien nous a ouvert moyennant finance. Panneaux inexistants, aucun descriptif, meme en vietnamien! On passe quelques murs, et le gardien nous a montré les 2 tombeaux, un pour Gia Long et un pour sa femme (là j'avoue que je n'ai pas bien compris car j'avais lu qu'il avait eu pas mal de femmes... Mais impossible de discuter avce le gardien).
"Panneaux inexistants" est hélas une spécialité du pays, qui a encore du chemin à faire pour organiser efficacement le tourisme. En fait, quand je suis allé à Gia Lam, le seul "panneau" que j'ai vu est un bout de carton en contrebas de la berge avec l'inscription "Gia Lam" placé par celui qui fait la traversée en bateau ; si j'avais été en voiture au lieu de moto, je l'aurai raté ! Les panneaux, quand il y en a, sont souvent tout un poême ! Un exemple parmi tant d'autres : en arrivant au nouveau pont en ciment sur l'autoroute allant à la pagode de Bai Dinh (baie d'Halong terrestre), le panneau indique 2 directions : Bai Dinh, et, invraisemblable mais vrai, la 2e direction du panneau n'est pas Hoa Lu, nom que tout le monde connaît, mais le nom d'un des 2 temples de Hoa Lu, donc, si on ne connait pas ce nom, on est perdu. J'ai aussi vu des panneaux (par ex Chua Tay avant Son Tay) indiquant de tourner à droite pour atteindre un site placés non pas avant l'intersection, mais sur la route après avoir tourné où il fallait. Welcome to Vietnam !
Le mausolée de Gia Lam est très peu fréquenté, donc rien d'organisé pour une visite, et c'est bien dommage car la traversée dans la presqu'île est charmante (avec un lacis de petites routes sans indication non plus) et le cadre de cet immense mausolée (+ de 3000 ha) est très beau
Le mausolée de Gia Lam est très peu fréquenté, donc rien d'organisé pour une visite, et c'est bien dommage car la traversée dans la presqu'île est charmante (avec un lacis de petites routes sans indication non plus) et le cadre de cet immense mausolée (+ de 3000 ha) est très beau
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Un chouilla déçu par Gia Long au niveau vestiges (surtout par les tombeaux qui sont en fait 4 murs noicit avec le temps avec un toit - aucune porte) par contre le cadre est très joli.
Je pense qu'il faut avoir un guide pour les explications ou se documenter un peu sur le sens des tombeaux du Roi Gia Long et de sa femme, ainsi que celui de sa mère 200 m à droite avant d'arriver jusqu'au temple du Roi.
Il faut comprendre comment ces tombeaux ont été orientés selon les collines environnantes (voir les colonnes qui ont été plantées en hauteur).
Sur le chemin qui conduit aux tombeaux, il faut remarquer les lampadaires typiquement français et faire un rapprochement du fait que le futur Roi Gia Long est celui qui est à l'origine de la colonisation française au Viêt Nam.
Y'a un bateau à prendre pour traverser la rivière à un moment donné (panneau qui l'indique, c'est en contrebas de la route)
Le panneau est plus que clair pour indiquer le chemin conduisant à la barque qui fait la traversée de la rivière.
Légendes des photos:
Photo 1 : Les Pilliers et les collines Photo 2 : Lampadaire Photo 3 : Temple du Roi Gia Lâm Photo 4 et 5 : Statues devant le tombeau Photo 6 : La porte cadenassée Photo 7 : Tombeau du Roi et de la Reine (celui du Roi est plus haut) Photo 8 : Bas-Relief sur le montant du tombeau Photo 9 : Escalier en pierre avec les dragons, symboles de la nation. Photo 10 : Panneau indiquant le chemin pour prendre l'embarcation pour se rendre au tombeau. Photo 11 : Escalier devant le tombeau de la Reine Mère
Je pense qu'il faut avoir un guide pour les explications ou se documenter un peu sur le sens des tombeaux du Roi Gia Long et de sa femme, ainsi que celui de sa mère 200 m à droite avant d'arriver jusqu'au temple du Roi.
Il faut comprendre comment ces tombeaux ont été orientés selon les collines environnantes (voir les colonnes qui ont été plantées en hauteur).
Sur le chemin qui conduit aux tombeaux, il faut remarquer les lampadaires typiquement français et faire un rapprochement du fait que le futur Roi Gia Long est celui qui est à l'origine de la colonisation française au Viêt Nam.
Y'a un bateau à prendre pour traverser la rivière à un moment donné (panneau qui l'indique, c'est en contrebas de la route)
Le panneau est plus que clair pour indiquer le chemin conduisant à la barque qui fait la traversée de la rivière.
Légendes des photos:
Photo 1 : Les Pilliers et les collines Photo 2 : Lampadaire Photo 3 : Temple du Roi Gia Lâm Photo 4 et 5 : Statues devant le tombeau Photo 6 : La porte cadenassée Photo 7 : Tombeau du Roi et de la Reine (celui du Roi est plus haut) Photo 8 : Bas-Relief sur le montant du tombeau Photo 9 : Escalier en pierre avec les dragons, symboles de la nation. Photo 10 : Panneau indiquant le chemin pour prendre l'embarcation pour se rendre au tombeau. Photo 11 : Escalier devant le tombeau de la Reine Mère
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Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
futur Roi Gia Long est celui qui est à l'origine de la colonisation française au Viêt Nam.
Pas très clair, à moins que vous ne considériez le rejet de l'Occident comme l'origine de la colonisation du Vietnam. En effet, féru de confucianisme - une erreur vu que les mandarins étaient devenus complètement coupés du peuple- , Gia Long a sur le tard rejeté toute influence occidentale, ce qui a abouti à ne pas préparer le Vietnam aux luttes coloniales en plein essor dans le reste du monde. Son fils Minh Mang (1820-1841) est allé encore plus loin, en interdisant le catholicisme dont il considérait les missionaires comme agents du colonialisme (pas tout à fait tort d'ailleurs!) et, à la fin de sa vie, en rejetant toute idée de modernisation, dont celle de ses forces armées. Ses fils ont continué cette politique et, vu ces circonstances, il est à l'honneur des viets qu'ils aient autant résisté à la guerre coloniale lancée par les français
Pas très clair, à moins que vous ne considériez le rejet de l'Occident comme l'origine de la colonisation du Vietnam. En effet, féru de confucianisme - une erreur vu que les mandarins étaient devenus complètement coupés du peuple- , Gia Long a sur le tard rejeté toute influence occidentale, ce qui a abouti à ne pas préparer le Vietnam aux luttes coloniales en plein essor dans le reste du monde. Son fils Minh Mang (1820-1841) est allé encore plus loin, en interdisant le catholicisme dont il considérait les missionaires comme agents du colonialisme (pas tout à fait tort d'ailleurs!) et, à la fin de sa vie, en rejetant toute idée de modernisation, dont celle de ses forces armées. Ses fils ont continué cette politique et, vu ces circonstances, il est à l'honneur des viets qu'ils aient autant résisté à la guerre coloniale lancée par les français
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Moi aussi j'avais bondi en lisant ça !
Merci pour ces explications de spécialiste, qui ont le mérite de remettre les choses à leur place.
Merci pour ces explications de spécialiste, qui ont le mérite de remettre les choses à leur place.
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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,
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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
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 everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
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! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
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!











