Et merci d'avance, je "voyage" moi aussi un petit peu a taravers son projet Sophie
Circuit pour quinze jours en Thaïlande?
by Bulleor
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
J'ecris pour ma fille.Elle travaille aux Maldives et avant le grand rush de la saison, elle va avoir 15jours de vacances du 01/11 au 14/11, elle veut en profiter pour faire un petit circuit en Thaikande.Je vais lui acheter un guide mais des que je l'aurai, il faudra que je lui envoie, ca met plus de 3 semaines par la poste .Elle n'a pas trop le temps de se connecter sur internet (he oui quand on bosse pour les americains c'est pas 35 h pas semaine !! c'est 10h et 6jours sur 7), ni d'imprimer.
En lisant les discussions, j'ai pu reperer des sites qui lui plairaient .Elle ne cherche pas les plages, elles est sur la plus belle !! 😎
Sachant qu'elle va rester quelques jours sur Bangkok, est ce que ces endroits sont judicieux pour qqun qui aime l'histoire, la campagne, se promener (pas en montagne, elle n'aura pas l'equipement )?
Apres bangkok : Chiang mai - Sukhothai et Ayrithaya. et ceci en une bonne semaine ?
Elle aime bien aussi tout ce qui est artisanat, si vous avez des idées?
Et merci d'avance, je "voyage" moi aussi un petit peu a taravers son projet Sophie
Et merci d'avance, je "voyage" moi aussi un petit peu a taravers son projet Sophie
sophie
elle veut en profiter pour faire un petit circuit en Thaikande.
je vois que je ne suis pas le seul dyslexique ici, , , , , les guides en anglais ce n'est pas ce qui manque des son débarquement, en plus la thailande est moins belle question plage, mais plus pratique question voyager, la seule chose est de lui réserver un hôtel, pour cela donner quelques détailles de ce que elle aime et budget ! puis mademoiselle va voler de ses propres ailles, , ( entièrement d'accord avec toi, les américains ne savent pas ce que 35 h veut dire, , , , )
je vois que je ne suis pas le seul dyslexique ici, , , , , les guides en anglais ce n'est pas ce qui manque des son débarquement, en plus la thailande est moins belle question plage, mais plus pratique question voyager, la seule chose est de lui réserver un hôtel, pour cela donner quelques détailles de ce que elle aime et budget ! puis mademoiselle va voler de ses propres ailles, , ( entièrement d'accord avec toi, les américains ne savent pas ce que 35 h veut dire, , , , )
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Des que j'ai quelques infos, je mettrai plus de détails.
Hum cela fait deja depuis 3ans qu'elle voyage comme une grande, elle a travaillé aux usa, l'angleterre ..
Je suis son agence de voyage ! 😉
Désolée, je tape vite et je laisse quelques bourdes!
Merci de votre interet.
sophie
N'empêche que:
"Cependant, les Américains effectuent un plus grand nombre d’heures de travail par an que les travailleurs de la plupart des autres économies développées. C’est pourquoi, en mesurant la valeur par heure travaillée, la Norvège détient le plus haut niveau de productivité du travail (37, 99 US$), suivie par les États-Unis (35, 63 US$) et la France (35, 08 US$)."
La France se situe juste derrière les USA, et devant tous les autres pays du monde (à part la Norvège qui est en tête); donc les 35h ont bon dos!
mes sources: http://www.comlive.net/Productivite-Du-Travail-Dans-Le-Monde, 146318.htm
Et quand on écoute un tant soit peu les nouvelles en provenance des USA, et bien ils ont du mourron à se faire, de l'autre côté de l'atlantique; la récession pointe le bout de son nez; les prêts immobiliers pourris ...on va continuer à en entendre parler pendant plusieurs mois, le dollar se casse la figure à vitesse grand V; d'où augmentation réciproque du prix du barril de pétrole...
C'est plus 15h par jour qu'ils vont devoir travailler les Etasuniens, mais 48h/jour 😠🏴☠️😕
( entièrement d'accord avec toi, les américains ne savent pas ce que 35 h veut dire, , , , )
"Cependant, les Américains effectuent un plus grand nombre d’heures de travail par an que les travailleurs de la plupart des autres économies développées. C’est pourquoi, en mesurant la valeur par heure travaillée, la Norvège détient le plus haut niveau de productivité du travail (37, 99 US$), suivie par les États-Unis (35, 63 US$) et la France (35, 08 US$)."
La France se situe juste derrière les USA, et devant tous les autres pays du monde (à part la Norvège qui est en tête); donc les 35h ont bon dos!
mes sources: http://www.comlive.net/Productivite-Du-Travail-Dans-Le-Monde, 146318.htm
Et quand on écoute un tant soit peu les nouvelles en provenance des USA, et bien ils ont du mourron à se faire, de l'autre côté de l'atlantique; la récession pointe le bout de son nez; les prêts immobiliers pourris ...on va continuer à en entendre parler pendant plusieurs mois, le dollar se casse la figure à vitesse grand V; d'où augmentation réciproque du prix du barril de pétrole...
C'est plus 15h par jour qu'ils vont devoir travailler les Etasuniens, mais 48h/jour 😠🏴☠️😕
( entièrement d'accord avec toi, les américains ne savent pas ce que 35 h veut dire, , , , )
Pour revenir au sujet;
du 01/11 au 14/11, ça ne laisse que 12 à 13 jours sur place;
pas de quoi aller bien loin et tenter comme certains cherchent à le faire une visite au pas de charge du centre au nord en passant par le sud, l'est et l'ouest.
12 jours, j'arrive à Bangkok, et je file immédiatement sur Ayuttaya en prenant un taxi qui m'emmène à la gare de trains de l'ancien aéroport, toujours en activité ( Don Muang). Je dors le soir à Ayuttaya et je visite l'ancienne capitale avec un tuk tuk que ma GH m'a obligeamment trouvé...
Artisanat? Chiang Mai, le plus facile Région de Surin dans le sud de l'Issan; moins facile mais aussi moins touristique, plus proche des thai qui ne cotoient pas de farang tous les jours.
Donc2 jours sur Ayuttaya, 4/5 jours sur Chiang Mai; il y a un tas de belles promenades à faire par là; toutes les GH proposent plein de trucs à visiter seul ou en groupe.4/5 jours dans la province de Kanchanaburi; en plus la ville n'est qu'à 2h de bus de Bangkok. La province est, elle, superbe; chutes d'eau d'Erawan; forêts et retenues d'eau des barrages (Thon Paphum, par ex); Sangkla Buri et le col des trois pagodes à la frontière birmane.... de la nature, encore de la nature et totalement en dehors de "l'autoroute" touristique.2 derniers jours à Bangkok, visite rapide et succinte avant de repartir à la tâche😉 aux Maldives;
12 jours, j'arrive à Bangkok, et je file immédiatement sur Ayuttaya en prenant un taxi qui m'emmène à la gare de trains de l'ancien aéroport, toujours en activité ( Don Muang). Je dors le soir à Ayuttaya et je visite l'ancienne capitale avec un tuk tuk que ma GH m'a obligeamment trouvé...
Artisanat? Chiang Mai, le plus facile Région de Surin dans le sud de l'Issan; moins facile mais aussi moins touristique, plus proche des thai qui ne cotoient pas de farang tous les jours.
Donc2 jours sur Ayuttaya, 4/5 jours sur Chiang Mai; il y a un tas de belles promenades à faire par là; toutes les GH proposent plein de trucs à visiter seul ou en groupe.4/5 jours dans la province de Kanchanaburi; en plus la ville n'est qu'à 2h de bus de Bangkok. La province est, elle, superbe; chutes d'eau d'Erawan; forêts et retenues d'eau des barrages (Thon Paphum, par ex); Sangkla Buri et le col des trois pagodes à la frontière birmane.... de la nature, encore de la nature et totalement en dehors de "l'autoroute" touristique.2 derniers jours à Bangkok, visite rapide et succinte avant de repartir à la tâche😉 aux Maldives;
Grand merci a vous.
Ca y'est j'ai imprimé une carte et j'ai reperé un peu les lieux.C'est grandement suffisant pour qu'elle en profite et qu'lle s'impregne un peu de ce pays et cela sans tracer. Elle aura peut etre l'occasion des la saison touristique d'y retourner.
Par contre vers la Birmanie ca fera trop loin pour elle, et comme j'ai lu que c'etait montagneux, elle n'a pas d'equipement, ni de bonne chaussures.
Par contre je retiens la region des chutes que j'avais un peu zappé.
Youpi youpi elle va etre contente .Apres sur place elle se debrouille.JE souhaitai juste lui trouevr des points de pause.
sophie
Honte a moi.Je vous ai repondu sans avoir eu le temps de regarder la carte.Je pensai en ecrivant "la birmanie c'est trop loin" à la region au nord de la thailande.
J'ai encore des choses à apprendre.
sophie
Bonjour,
Je suis allée en Thailande au mois d'avril avec une copine pour 14 jours et j'ai eu le temps de visiter toutes les villes dont vous parliez... Ca donne un très bon aperçu !
Si elle peut, il ne faut pas qu'elle rate Ayuthaya et Sukhothai ainsi que Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son et ses environs... on peut faire des ballades en pirogues et visiter différentes tribus ! J'ai vraiment adorée cette partie !!! Et si elle doit faire une halte, choisir plutot Soppong que Pai (Disney Land)....
N'hésitez pas si vous avez d'autres questions... Mathilde🙂
Je suis allée en Thailande au mois d'avril avec une copine pour 14 jours et j'ai eu le temps de visiter toutes les villes dont vous parliez... Ca donne un très bon aperçu !
Si elle peut, il ne faut pas qu'elle rate Ayuthaya et Sukhothai ainsi que Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son et ses environs... on peut faire des ballades en pirogues et visiter différentes tribus ! J'ai vraiment adorée cette partie !!! Et si elle doit faire une halte, choisir plutot Soppong que Pai (Disney Land)....
N'hésitez pas si vous avez d'autres questions... Mathilde🙂
Merci a vous.
Je lui ai envoyé tous les messages recus.A partir de quelques points de chutes judicieux que vous m'avez donnés, elle va pouvoir se régaler.
En tous les cas .rien qu'en faisant ce "travail" pour elle, j'ai un peu voyagé, en verifiant tous les endroits que vous avez tous donnés, en regardant sur des cartes, quelques sites...
Je change de boulot..je vais me faire agence de voyage 😉
sophie
Rebonjour à toutes et tous,
Je reviens sur ma precedente demande .Ma fille vient de m'appeller et il est fort possible qu'elle se retrouve seule pour son voyage en thailande. Et je la connais, elle risque d'abandonner son voyage si elle est seule.Je l'ai rassurée en lui racontant ce que je lis sur ce forum. En etant pour une bonne periode en Asie, ce serait dommage qu'elle ne parte pas d'autant qu'apres elle ne pourra plus quitter son ile hotel pendant la haute saison de fin nov a fevrir. A deux elles comptaient se debrouiller seules une fois sur place dans chaque ville.LA j'ai peur qu'elle baisse les bras.
Aussi je reviens vers vous.
Pour les trajets elle se debrouillera . En restant sur les memes destinations, comme conseillees par "fairepart" connaissez vous des guesthouses qui organisent des circuits ? je pense que cela serait un bon compromis pour elle n'ayant pas trop le temps (voir mon prmier post) de se mettre sur internet.
Autour de Ayattaya - Chiang mai - Kanchanaburi .
Des personnes m'avaient contactées par mail mais je nettoie vite ma boite aux lettres alors j'ai perdu leurs coordonnées 😕.
Je continue de regarder moi meme de mon coté sur internet.
Pff pas facile de l'encourager en etant si loin à l'encourager a partir tout de meme!
Merci pour vos petites suggestions
sophie
😉Salut,
pas de panique!!!
Les villes comme Chiang Mai ne manque pas de GH, a ta place, au pire, je prendrai un guide, quelques adresses sur les villes que ta choisi et tu lui fait un mail et elle choisira toute seule comme une grande!!!!
En "recherchant" en haut a gauche de la page, tu devrais en trouver pas mal des adresses
A+
En "recherchant" en haut a gauche de la page, tu devrais en trouver pas mal des adresses
A+
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
Hum c'est ce que je fais depuis ce matin mais qui a entrainé un autre post d'ailleurs de ma part
et j'ai lu cela, que meme a l'arrivee a chiang mai elle n'aura aucun pb pour trouver qqchose.
Je pense qu'elle veut appeller avant pour cela pour etre sure de son point de chute, que je l'aide un peu (comme elle travaille, et n' a pas bcp de temps libre).
Merci de votre reponse
sophie
😉aller, moi j'ai du temps, alors tiens quelques post qui pourront t'aider si tu ne les a pas encore lu
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=1286404;#1286404
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=1273527;#1273527
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=1260246;#1260246
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=1235388;#1235388
http://voyageforum.com/v.f?do=post_view_flat;post=1266723;page=2;sb=post_latest_reply;so=ASC;mh=24;
bonne lecture😛 A+
bonne lecture😛 A+
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
Je reviens sur ma precedente demande .Ma fille vient de m'appeller et il est fort possible qu'elle se retrouve seule pour son voyage en thailande. Et je la connais, elle risque d'abandonner son voyage si elle est seule
Non il ne faut pas qu'elle renonce à son voyage car pour les villes comme Bangkok, Ayattaya, Chiang mai, Kanchanaburi c'est l'autoroute touristique donc elle ne sera pas seule du tout, elle va rencontrer pas mal d'occidentaux par là. Pour ma part je dirai que si elle à du temps du côté de Chiang Mai il faut qu'elle pousse jusqu'à Mae hong son et sa région: c'est très jolie à visiter et elle n'aura aucun mal à trouver des agences qui lui permettront d'aller un peu partout dans la région.
Pour sa première foie en Thaïlande juste faire gaffe aux anarques aux bijoux en Thaïlande et tout se passera bien (voir la rubrique arnaque à éviter en voyage sur le forum). Pour les guesthouse il ne faut pas réserver à l'avance et il ne faut pas se focaliser sur une adresse: il faut juste cibler le quartier dans lequel on veut se loger et ensuite faire le tour des Guesthouses (en Thaïlande cela ne pose aucun problème pour visiter la chambre auparavent pour éviter les mauvaises surprise😉)
Non il ne faut pas qu'elle renonce à son voyage car pour les villes comme Bangkok, Ayattaya, Chiang mai, Kanchanaburi c'est l'autoroute touristique donc elle ne sera pas seule du tout, elle va rencontrer pas mal d'occidentaux par là. Pour ma part je dirai que si elle à du temps du côté de Chiang Mai il faut qu'elle pousse jusqu'à Mae hong son et sa région: c'est très jolie à visiter et elle n'aura aucun mal à trouver des agences qui lui permettront d'aller un peu partout dans la région.
Pour sa première foie en Thaïlande juste faire gaffe aux anarques aux bijoux en Thaïlande et tout se passera bien (voir la rubrique arnaque à éviter en voyage sur le forum). Pour les guesthouse il ne faut pas réserver à l'avance et il ne faut pas se focaliser sur une adresse: il faut juste cibler le quartier dans lequel on veut se loger et ensuite faire le tour des Guesthouses (en Thaïlande cela ne pose aucun problème pour visiter la chambre auparavent pour éviter les mauvaises surprise😉)
Merci a RRR et à soho de vos reponses.
Je suis d'accord avec ce que vous dites . Et je lis depuis ce matin le site de vf er j'ai les yeux en compote d'avoir lu la plupart des post sur la thailande.
Ma fille va avoir de la lecture, je lui ai laissé les infos pour que puisse profiter de son voyage meme seule.Ouf elle vient de me rappeller et me confirme qu'elle sera effectivement seule et mais qu'elle n'abandonne pas.
Merci a vous
sophie
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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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!