bonjour
ma femme et moi meme retournons en thailand
le 27 decenbre pour 3 semaines
et je recherche le numero de telephone de:
l'aysia spring resort a bang bao sur lile de koh chang,
car s'est un ami qui me la conseillé,
mais malheuresement il a perdu les coordonné.
je prend tout info et bon plan sur ko chang ......,
plongé, location de motobike, les bon restos, les trucs a voir !!!!
je vous remercie d avance .
cordialement .
bonjour
Eco Diver a koh chang a tres bonne reputation
des instru fancais allemands suisse
j y bosse en tant que saisonnier
j y serais peut etre apres decembre(j en reviens juste)
allez y de la part de Didier
bon sejour sur l ile de l elephant
a bang bao un pote ma conseiller l'aysia spring resort .
je recherche un endroit assez calme car j ai de la famille qui m'acconpagne mais pas trop loins non plus des animations nocturne " bar, discoteque "car moi et ma femme on aime bien s'amuser
si les bungalow se trouve a 10 minute en taxi sa serai le top,
voila
oula alors tu te trompes d ile moi j y vais pour le calme ou alors white sand au nord peut etre pour sortir
mais bang bao est tout au sud et la route est tres meurtriere quelques cotes tres raides a ne pas prendre la nuit
jusqua kay bay ca va apres ca se complique
te
le soir ya que dalle a bang bao
Bang bao se trouve à l'extremité sud de l'île de ko chang. En sept.06 les taxis trainaient "des pieds" pour s'y rendre.
C'est un village de pêcheurs, départs pour le snorkling assurés, à faire absolument.(travaux pour extension du ponton en cours, ça c'était moins bien). La plage côté anse était un peu chargée...
Nous étions à Puzzi huts. La version "robinsson" de l'hébergement a beaucoup plu à nos enfants. Pour ma part je n'ai pas apprécié la rusticité du lieu.
Je ne resterai pas 3 semaines sur Ko Chang.
ok, tu sais je ne connai pas l'ile alors excuse moi si j ai des question un peu idiote !!!
et a kay bay il y a quoi, comme bungalow ou chanbre a louer, resto sympa ?
et la plage y est belle ??
je te conseille ikhochang une agence en ligne pour trouver un hotel a bon tarif
c'est une agence specialisée sur kho chang
tu demande une reservation sans t'engager financierement
tu paie par carte securisée si la reservation est confirmé
et on t'envoie ton voucher par mail
agence serieuse dejà utilisée
horaire d'ouverture de 9 h a 18 h en thailande donc de 3 h a 12 h chez nous
reponse rapide moins d'une heure si tu entre dans leur crenaux horaire
kai bae la plage est jolie voir photo
mais le soir c'est bar ou restau
le seul endroit pour dancer c'est le sabay bar (musique live ouvert jusqu'a 1 h)a white sand beach
ou la plage est superbe
3 semaines a kho chang me parait un peu long ru n'a pas envie de voir d'autre coin
kho samed pres de rayong pas loin est une sperbe ile minus
mais avec des plages blanches a faire mal aux yeux
ambiance sympa surtout les week end
vero
salut
merci pour les infos, mais je ne reste pas pas 3 semaines sur koh chang, je vais a ubon ratchatani dans ma belle famille avant donc je reste sur kochang entre 4 et 6 jours histoire de plager un peu et de decouvrire cette ile que je ne connais pas encore .
bye
OUI JE SUIS ALLÉ A KHO CHANG EN AVRIL......
VOUS POUVEZ ALLÉS A KLONG PRAO BEACH PRES DU BLUE LAGOON.
30/9 MOO4 23170 KHO CHANG ISLAND.
C'EST UN SUPER PETIT COIN AVEC BUNGALOWS AU BORD DE LA MER
ECOLE DE CUISINE THAI, DE YOGA, IL Y A UN CAMP D'ÉLÉPHANT JUSTE A COTE ET DES SUPERBES BALLADES A FAIRE DANS LE COIN.--
somnamna😄
pour l hebergement, alysia moi je trouve cela pas terrible car c est en bord de route et tant qu a venir jusqu en thailande autant profiter de la vue et de cette nature luxuriante qui est le point fort de Koh Chang...si vous m en dites plus sur vos envies, votre budget je peux vous conseiller l' hebergement le plus adaptée à vos besoins...je les connais maintenant absolument tous par coeur car j ai monté un accrobranche à Koh chang et donc on travaille ensemble pour les reservations et je leur envoie des groupes de Thailandais regulierement.
Dites moi aussi ce que vous voulez dans et autour de votre hebergement...
Ma maison et celle d a coté seront libre aussi mais dites moi d abord ce que vous voulez car peut etre ne vous convient t elle pas, par exemple il n y a pas la clim par contre je suis sur pilotis sur la mer en plein Kai Bae, vue superbe, village à 10 minutes à pied, plage et piscine de chaque coté de la maison à 100 m...
Selon l endroit ou vous serez je pourrais mieux vous conseillez sur la loc de mob, les resto, la plongée...
Les 2 resto les plus romantiques de l ile sont pour sur "Nirvana" à Bang Bao et "Blue Lagoon" à Klong Prao.
Le plus bab et colorée le "tree house" qui fait de belles fetes les mercredi et samedi aussi.
Le plus "in" à la capitale White sand, le "sabay bar" avec fire show, concerts, fete...
A Kai Bae, le O² pour la qualitée de la cuisine Thai.
Plongée, les 2 plus cool, cad qui prennent soin des clients, par petits groupes...Scubadive juste à coté de O² pour les francophones, Art & Diving à Kai Bae pour les anglophones...
D'une maniere generale, moi j habite ici et si je fais n importe quelle resa pour vous, j'y trouve mon avantage car cela renforce mes partenariats entre autres donc n 'hésitez pas à me demander quoi que ce soit, je le ferais de maniere objective et honnete...
salut djuk
merci deja pour les infos, voila on recherche des bungalow a louer pour 700 baths par jour.
on recherche un coin assez tranquil car j ai ma mere, ma tante et mon beau pere avec nous qui sont des retraités et ils veulent pouvoir dormir donc je ne veux pas que a coter il y est des bar avec la music a fond,
mais pas trop loin des animations car sinon ont aura du mal a trouver des taxis pour y aller dans les bar et discotheque .
enfin j espere que tu me conprend !!!!
voila
une ami ma parler du "sea bar" sur white sand beach, je sais pas si tu connais ?
Concernant plongee a Koh Chang, si je peux me permettre, je serais 100% d'accord avec Eric qui te conseille de plonger avec Eco-Divers, tres bon club, bonne ambience, bateau super confortable et spacieux, moniteur francophone, securite d'abord, enfin tout ce qu'il faut pour t'assurer une bonne journee plongee.
sea bar oui c est a white sand beach c est jolie et sympa comme bar mais pas particulièrement la fete, agreable pour un petit jus sur la plage l aprem...white sand c est une histoire de gout, disons que c est la capitale, la station balneaire avec un flux permanent de touristes, une belle plage mais bourré de bizness tous les 5 metres...700 baths je te propose à Kai Bae, des bungallows en bois sur la plage, confort mais pas luxe, plage superbe...pas de clim...10 minutes a pied du village et donc des taxis pour aller partout a n importe quelle heure. Si tu veux je t envoie des photos par mail, ecris moi a djukbaa@gmail.com
si vous venez en famille et que vous ne cherchez pas la clim, mes maisons sont top pour etre à plusieurs et pas plus cher, 3 chambres dans 1 maison et 2 chambres dans l autre...je peux aussi envoyer des photos.
Sinon vous pouvez aller a lonely beach c est la qu il y a le plus de fete, mais c est plus "jeune" comme coin, il y a de tres beau bungallows à moins de 700 baths avec vue sur la mer. Et c est le meilleur coin pour la fete. Si ca vous branche plus je peux vous donner plus d infos.
OUI JE SUIS ALLÉ A KHO CHANG EN AVRIL......
VOUS POUVEZ ALLER A KLONG PRAO BEACH PRES DU BLUE LAGOON.
23170 KHO CHANG ISLAND.
C'EST UN SUPER PETIT COIN AVEC BUNGALOWS AU BORD DE LA MER
ECOLE DE CUISINE THAI, DE YOGA, IL Y A UN CAMP D'ÉLÉPHANT JUSTE A COTE ET DES SUPERBES BALLADES A FAIRE DANS LE COIN.--
somnamna😄
Quelques complement d'infos au post de guminijack
Infos sur le web : Cours de cuisine a koh chang clic ICI
Cours de Yoga, ou école de massage au bambou a klong prao clic ICI
Camps d'éléphant a koh chang clic ICI
Parcours aventure dans les arbres a Lonely beach clic ICI Super !!!
Jungle Treck ( a pied ) clic ICI ( Attention il fait chaud ici !)
Infos générales sur koh Chang ( en Anglais ) WIKI TRAVEL Clic ICI
Bon séjour a koh Chang ! Surtout ne pas manquer de deguster crevettes, calamars et poissons en abondance sur l ile ;
Un Resort sympa egalement a Kay bay B le KB resort
OUI JE SUIS ALLÉ A KHO CHANG EN AVRIL......
VOUS POUVEZ ALLER A KLONG PRAO BEACH PRES DU BLUE LAGOON.
23170 KHO CHANG ISLAND.
C'EST UN SUPER PETIT COIN AVEC BUNGALOWS AU BORD DE LA MER
ECOLE DE CUISINE THAI, DE YOGA, IL Y A UN CAMP D'ÉLÉPHANT JUSTE A COTE ET DES SUPERBES BALLADES A FAIRE DANS LE COIN.--
somnamna😄
Mise a jour des liens vers sites web . bien que ce post date d'un an les infos ci dessous restent toujours d'actualité
Infos sur le web :
Cours de cuisine a koh chang >>>Lien a change il faut cliquer ICI maintenant
Cours de Yoga, Reiki ou chakras balancing a klong prao Nouveau lien ICI
Camps d'éléphant a koh chang lien a change clic ICI maintenant
Parcours aventure dans les arbres a Lonely beach clic ICI Super !!! Toujours super ..mais pas pour moi ....j ai le vertige !
Jungle Treck ( a pied )>>>> Lien a changé clic ICI maintenant ( Attention il fait chaud ici !)
Infos générales sur koh Chang ( en Anglais ) WIKI TRAVEL Clic ICI
Bon séjour a koh Chang ! Surtout ne pas manquer de deguster crevettes, calamars et poissons en abondance sur l ile ;
Un Resort sympa egalement a Kay bay Beach le KB resort
😉moon
un peut cher mais sympa et pitoresque et tres confortables pour ces bungalows sur piloti a bang bao
avons passe 3 nuits en 2007
sommes enchante
Bang Bao Sea Hut
I don’t know about you, but I’m a huge fan of markets. No matter where I go, in every country or city I visit, I won’t leave without having seen one. I’m mostly talking about food markets. I love the smells, the colors, and watching people from all walks of life stroll around. It’s like a mirror of a country’s culture, and I love soaking it all in.
Thai markets are particularly appealing to me. In my province, there are so many. Maybe more than elsewhere—I’m not sure—but every day, you can find a "Talat Nat." These are traveling markets that set up in specific places on specific days. They only stay open for a few hours. Some attract more shoppers than others because they have more stalls and a wider variety of products. Sometimes, they’re set up in pretty unusual spots: temples, roadside, even on train tracks...
On top of these, there are also markets in the city that stay open all day.
I’d love for you to share your photos of markets, local product stalls, and why not, let’s talk about gastronomy and cuisine too!
I’ll start with my favorite market—it’s 8 kilometers from my place and happens every Tuesday from 2 PM to 5 PM. I never miss a Tuesday unless there’s a downpour... 😉 It’s located in the countryside, in a village famous for its coffee (ThamSing), and inside the grounds of a slightly unusual temple. It’s easy to get to—over the past 10 years, the roads have been paved, which wasn’t the case before and made the trip a bit risky when it rained...
In the first two photos, you’ll see the temple courtyard on a normal day, without the market.
I’d like to do a kind of personal retreat this winter and I’m looking for a destination near the sea (preferably an island) that’s quiet. Is that possible in Thailand, or should I consider another destination?
Thanks for your thoughts.
Dayi
We’re 49 years old, love beautiful landscapes, meeting locals, discovering local food and traditions, and we avoid overly touristy places.
We enjoy hiking, cycling, running, and diving.
This is our first time in Thailand (my husband knows Bangkok).
We arrive on Friday, November 13th in Bangkok (city visit) and return on Friday, November 27th.
We’re considering heading south (possibly toward Krabi) from the 14th to the 18th to enjoy the beautiful beaches, go diving, and see Khao Sok...
Then back to Bangkok and on to Kanchanaburi to see the Sai Yok Noi waterfalls, followed by a bike visit to Ayutthaya.
From there, we’d take an overnight train to the north: Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and the Lantern Festival from November 21st to 25th.
On the 26th, we’d take a flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok (city visit), and on the 27th, we have our flight back to France.
Does this itinerary seem too packed?
Should we remove some things to avoid feeling rushed and fully enjoy the trip?
Do you recommend anything other than Krabi?
This September, my partner and I are heading to North Sulawesi for 3 weeks. Our international flight is with Malaysia Airlines, departing from Paris. We have a layover in KL, then fly to Denpasar, followed by a domestic flight from Denpasar to Manado. We land in Bali Denpasar on 05/09 around 12:00 PM, and our flight to Manado is on 07/09 at 1:30 AM. The plan was to have at least one night (from the 5th to the 6th of September) between our international flight and our flight to Manado, just to recharge a bit since we're not 20 anymore 😛. My question is, given the very short stop in Bali (a day and a half), is it better to stay in Denpasar rather than go to Ubud for the night? I’ve been to Bali before, and from what I remember, even though the distances are short, transfers take a long time because of the extremely heavy traffic—but I was there in July, not September. I’m not sure if that makes a big difference?
If the answer is "it’s better to stay in Denpasar," are there any nice places to visit? There’s very little feedback about the city since tourists usually don’t stick around.
Thanks in advance for your replies.
Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone.
I’m heading to Malaysia for five weeks over the holiday season.
I just found out that tourists can pay by QR code like locals (street food, small shops) to avoid using cash.
This works with apps like Wise or TNG eWallet.
Has anyone tried this system before?
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
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...
Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
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.
Hi! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
et je recherche le numero de telephone de:
l'aysia spring resort a bang bao sur lile de koh chang,
car s'est un ami qui me la conseillé,
mais malheuresement il a perdu les coordonné.
