J - 1 ...avant le paradis.
Dans 24h je serais à Roissy, pourvu que le TGV ne tombe pas en panne...Aïe aïe aïe...
Je continuerai à angoisser tant que je ne serais pas dans l'avion !!!
Mais.... 24h plus tard .....à moi Phuket !!!! je t'aime !!!!
Ce n'est que mon avis, et je n'attaque personne, mais il y aura sans doute des remarques des grands spécialistes de la Thaïlande, qui y ont passé quelques semaines en tout, mais qui vont vous expliquer que vous ne connaissez pas l'endroit où vous vivez.
MDR et tellement vrai, pas seulement sur la Thailande, je te rassure, sur le Viet Nam, c'est pareil.
Je vis ici depuis cinq mois seulement et je ne me permettrais pas de porter des jugements comme j'en lis souvent de touristes de passage, bien que je pense avoir deja vecu bien des choses ici.
Les réactions à mon témoignage dicteront ma fréquentation future.
Erreur ! (si je puis me permettre). Le fait d'habiter l'ile peut t'amener a donner de bons conseils a des gens intelligents et avides d'apprendre, ne les penalises pas a cause de certains petits esprits qui "savent tout".
Bonne continuation a Phuket, j'espere pouvoir venir y passer quelques vacances quand mon budget me le permettra (c'est a dire dans 150 ans 😉) et faire ta connaissance.
A 9H30, la même plage devenait vraiment déserte, c'est là la seule différence.
A Koh Samui ? Tu vois, j'ai oui dire qu'il n'existait plus de jolies plages desertes dans cette ile. Comme quoi, les rumeurs.... 😉😉😉😉
Relisez ce que j'ai écrit, j'y parlait de Songkhla, pour être plus précis, de la plage de KhaoSeng ...
Les plages non fréquentées peuvent se salir "seules", à cause des courants, lorsqu'elles ne sont pas râtissées mécaniquement.
Enfin, "absence de falangs" et "déserte" ne sont synonymes que si l'on a un certain point de vue ...
NB: Il existe encore des plages "sans falangs" à Samui, ce sont les coins sans bars à putes, sans discothèques/night-clubs etc ...
Si vous avez compris tout ce que je viens de vous dire, c'est que j'ai dû faire une erreur quelque part. - Alan Greenspan
Science sans conscience n'est que ruine de l'âme - Rabelais
Relisez ce que j'ai écrit, j'y parlait de Songkhla, pour être plus précis, de la plage de KhaoSeng ...
Desolee, je ne connais pas suffisamment la Thailande pour faire la difference, je me suis basee sur votre profil.
Ce n'etait qu'un trait d'humour qui est tombe a l'eau.
NB: Il existe encore des plages "sans falangs" à Samui, ce sont les coins sans bars à putes, sans discothèques/night-clubs etc ...
J'en suis bien aise, qui sait, j'aurai peut etre l'occasion d'y aller voir un jour. En fait, ce ne sont pas les falangs qui m'embetent, il y en a de tres tres chouettes et tres tres frequentables. Ce sont les c... que je n'aime pas cotoyer et il y en a de toutes les nationalites, meme thailandaise, vous en conviendrez.
Pareil ici au Viet Nam, j'ai eu cet apres midi une conversation tres interessante avec un Vietnamien retraite qui se plaignait de certains de ses compatriotes qui ne pensaient qu'a boire, faire la fete et faire les 400 coups pour gagner de l'argent facile. C'est malheureusement la loi de l'evolution actuelle (si l'on peut appeler cela "evolution").
Ce sont les c... que je n'aime pas cotoyer et il y en a de toutes les nationalites, meme thailandaise, vous en conviendrez.
Pareil ici au Viet Nam, j'ai eu cet apres midi une conversation tres interessante avec un Vietnamien retraite qui se plaignait de certains de ses compatriotes qui ne pensaient qu'a boire, faire la fete et faire les 400 coups pour gagner de l'argent facile. C'est malheureusement la loi de l'evolution actuelle (si l'on peut appeler cela "evolution").
Bien sûr, la c...ie étant une caractéristique inhérente à l'espèce humaine, elle est partagée par tous, mais à des degrés divers ...
La différence essentielle, c'est que les locaux qui vous emm... sont la plupart du temps faciles à faire fuir, alors que pour "nos compatriotes" (j'ai fait attention à l'orthographe) c'est beaucoup plus difficile !
J'ai d'ailleurs "déserté" Samui, après l'avoir fréquenté environ 5 ans (1980/85) après qu'un type m'aie demandé du feu (en français) alors que je lisais tranquillement sous un cocotier.
En levant la tête, j'avais ses machines en gros plan qui me bouchaient la vue et c'est là que j'ai compris qu'il fallait "aller voir ailleurs".
Je ne suis revenu dans le coin qu'à cause de l'état de guerre qui sévit dans le grand-sud, et tout particulièrement après qu'un Australien ait été tué dans un attentat en face de mon marchand de journaux habituel à HatYai.
J'ai hésité entre Phuket, où ma femme a de la famille, et Samui que nous connaissions bien mieux et où nous avons retrouvé les "amis de 20 ans".
Pour moi, Samui est plus "intime" (cozy) que Phuket qui est plus "américain" (dans ses aspects touristiques).
Si vous avez compris tout ce que je viens de vous dire, c'est que j'ai dû faire une erreur quelque part. - Alan Greenspan
Science sans conscience n'est que ruine de l'âme - Rabelais
Cela me fait bien plaisir d'entendre parler de Rawaï car j'y habite. C'est un endroit merveilleusement calme comparé à d'autres endroits de Phuket, mais suffisamment près de tout pour aller faire une sortie. Les années passées je préférais Kata, mais définitivement je suis très bien à Rawaï.
J'en profite pour dire qu'il ne pleut pas toujours à Phuket, il pleut toujours à Phuket Town ^^
Pour info, j'habite dans la Soi Kokyang, rue qui se trouve en face de la banque Ayudhya.
Oui tu as raison, mieux vaut rester ouvert aux personnes sensées qui cherchent des infos et ignorer les commentaires "éclairés" des nuls.
Ce qui m'énerve, tu vois, ce sont ces "je sais tout" qui polluent les forums; par contre, grâce à cette petite participation à ce débat, je viens de voir qu'il y a un français qui habite à moins d'un km de chez moi, et que je ne connais (peut-être) pas.
Bien sûr que j'aiderai dans la mesure de mes moyens (je ne sais pas tout) ceux qui demandent des infos, mais pas pour des renseignements du genre de ceux "qu'on trouve en long et en large partout sur le forum de Voyage Forum" si on fait d'abord une petite recherche.
Autre chose concernant le climat : il y a une sorte de micro-climat à Rawaï. Au début cela m'a beaucoup ennuyé à cause de la pelouse (550 M2) que je devais arroser tous les jours pendant deux heures, alors que tout autour de moi, il pleuvait (Phuket town, Chalong, Kata)
Il fait beaucoup plus sec à Rawaï qu'autour. Je crois que c'est à cause des montagnes qui entourent. Le plus marrant c'est que parfois il pleut sur la plage de Rawaï alors que chez moi à 500 M il ne pleut pas !!! Comprenne qui pourra !
Je suis ouvert à toute demande d'infos, mais attention, n'attendez pas le dernier moment pour me poser vos questions, car je ne me connecte pas très souvent au forum; envoyez aussi un MP comme cela je suis au courant.
Je voudrais aussi dire que les prix plus élevés à Phuket, c'est vrai mais uniquement pour tout ce qui touche aux touristes, et dans les zones de l'île envahies par les vacanciers. Par exemple, la dernière fois que je suis allé à Patong, j'ai vu que le prix du massage thaï est passé de 250 thb l'heure à 250 et même 300 thb la demi-heure !
A Rawai, c'est toujours l'ancien prix.
Bon voyage et bon séjour à tous ceux qui viennent en Thaïlande
il y a une sorte de micro-climat à Rawaï. Au début cela m'a beaucoup ennuyé à cause de la pelouse (550 M2) que je devais arroser tous les jours pendant deux heures, alors que tout autour de moi, il pleuvait
Le corollaire de ce genre de choses, c'est que souvent il faut ET les lunettes de soleil pour se protèger les yeux ET le parapluie pour ne pas se mouiller ...
A Samui, de multiples fois je me suis trouvé sur des routes inondées à 2km de chez moi alors que ma pauvre pelouse criait 'Papa, à soif ...".
Si vous avez compris tout ce que je viens de vous dire, c'est que j'ai dû faire une erreur quelque part. - Alan Greenspan
Science sans conscience n'est que ruine de l'âme - Rabelais
Autre chose concernant le climat : il y a une sorte de micro-climat à Rawaï. Au début cela m'a beaucoup ennuyé à cause de la pelouse (550 M2) que je devais arroser tous les jours pendant deux heures, alors que tout autour de moi, il pleuvait (Phuket town, Chalong, Kata)
Il fait beaucoup plus sec à Rawaï qu'autour. Je crois que c'est à cause des montagnes qui entourent. Le plus marrant c'est que parfois il pleut sur la plage de Rawaï alors que chez moi à 500 M il ne pleut pas !!! Comprenne qui pourra !
Salut Poumpouye, 😉
C'est bien vrai ce que tu dis, j'avais aussi remarquer que Rawaï est moins pluvieux qu'ailleurs, sûrement dù aux petites montagnes qui l'entourent comme tu l'expliques .
Ps : Va falloir que tu installes un arrosage automatique dans ton jardin . 😏 .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
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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
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,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi 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
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
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?
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!
