Je ne connais pas guilom mais quand on parle d'un pays où on n'est jamais allé, on a tendance à s'exprimer ainsi sans pour cela être xénophobe.
Je suis bien certain qu'un thaïlandais s'apprêtant à mettre pour la première fois les pieds en Thaïlande parlera des français, sans savoir que les français sont un ensemble de communautés diverses et variées, comme c'est le cas dans pratiquement tous les pays du monde.
Ne crois-tu pas ?
🙂Du racisme: c'est un ensemble de tout:des exemples que j'ai constaté sur le forum Thaïlande:
des petits secs blancs qui jalousent des gros en compagnie d'une super nana, des vieilles mémés qui rigolent en compagnie de copines thaïes des gros blancs, des gros blancs qui se foutent des jeunes sans le sou, des beaux gars âgés qui traitent les jeunes de crevard, ....des gens qui rigolent des bègues, d'autres qui ont la diarhée..
Voilà, faut pas se poser des questions: le monde est varié, original😉
Il ne faudra, par ailleurs, pas se vexer si vous entendez que l'on dit de votre femme qu'elle ait une "negro" (prononcé "nigo") car c'est comme cela que les thailandais appellent les personnes noires.
Même si, du peu que je connaisse, les thaïlandais n'aiment pas forcément les personnes noires, vous n'en serez normalement rien😉
J'ai des amis camerounais qui m'on fait le grand honneur de venir a Bangkok assister a mon mariage et je n'ai pas eu de retour négatif sur leur séjour bien au contraire, ils en ont été enchanté 😛 De plus j'entends plus parler de "chocolate man" que de négro 😉 Mais je ne dis pas que le racisme n'existe pas, pour les raisons données précedemment, il faut juste ne rien exagérer, un Baht est un Baht et le Baht n'a pas de couleur 😇
Oui oui je sais bien vel 😉 c'est vrai mais la plupart de mes amis thais les appellent chocolate men or women, ptet par egard pour moi le farang et ne pas me choquer? 😇
Il faut être clair (LOL), il y a "du racisme" en Thaïlande -comme partout !
Mais il est surtout "social", 80% des thaïlandais sont plutôt foncés, voire
"à la peau sombre" et dans la presse, à la TV on ne voit que des "blancs"
ou des bien blanchi(e)s.
Pourtant, ce n'est pas l'Inde, il n'y a pas de castes, si quelqu'un s'enrichit
il pourra rester à l'ombre et payer les crèmes et traitements adéquats
pour blanchir son épouse et ses filles.
Racisme donc mais peu de vraie discrimination (je ne parle pas des actrices
de cinéma etc ... qui doivent se blanchir).
Autre détail "intéressant", les gens à la peau sombre trouvent tous que le
"blanc" est plus beau, ils ne "s'aiment pas" vraiment ...
NB: Il y a quelque temps, j'ai lu un article super du Monde sur "La blanchitude"
mais il a disparu du Net.
Sinon je trouve que les thaïs sont beaucoup plus tolérants que les français.
tu as raison ........😛
proverbe thaïe .....<<<. si tu vois un indien et un serpent tape sur l'indien avant le serpent . >>
un peut facile pour un cul blanc que de parler du racisme quant on ne le subit pas .. laissons la parole a ceux qui sont les concernés ....... 😉
sur que les thaïes sont raciste . mais pas trop envers les touristes .. l'argent n'a pas de couleur /
il y a un bon moment de cela .. je rencontre une bande de africain parlant le français dans la rue On engage la conversation . ils me disent que ils sont en guest house . et font de l'export . mais pas du petit .. 15 containers par mois .. a la question pourquoi en guest puisque vous étés ici la plus part de l'année ..????
parce que personne veut louer a des africains .........
mon sang de petit cul blanc a chauffer ....... j'ai monter un coup . avec eux. je me présente . seul .. je loue .. mais je dis a ma bonne propriétaire chinoise .. que j'ai des amis qui vont s'installer aussi .😉.. une fois le contrat fait .. l'Afrique a débarquer .
( ils font d'excellents plats ses africain .. ) et quelle sensé de l'humour et dérision sur la vie !!
Perso j'ai des amis (jeune) couple mixte elle aussi est africaine et ils n'ont jamais de problème particulier.
Un autre couple de touriste que j'ai connue ils venaient de la martinique et ils sont reparti enchante de leur voyage.
Ne vous inquietez pas, il n'y aura pas de probleme. Restez vous meme, souriant, interesse, ouvert a la discussion et tout se passera bien. Bien du plaisir et bon voyage 😄
Je suis un peu inquiète pour mon épouse qui est Africaine, j'ai lu plusieurs discussions ici et ailleurs sur le mépris qu'on les Thais pour les noirs... (Je comprend mieux maintenant pourquoi c'est compliqué d'avoir un visa!)
Apparemment, ils en ont plus contres les hommes; mais on doit etre accueilli par la femme d'un pote farang et déja c'est mal parti!
Je vivrais très très mal que ce voyage de 20 jours se passe mal, alors dites moi svp qu'elles sont les lieux et l'attitude à adopter par ma femme et moi pour pas que ca finisse mal.
Je connais bien ma femme et surtout sa fierté Africaine, et qu'on sera pas chez nous mais chez des gens qui souriant tout le temps et peuvent dire des saloperies, si c'est juste ca, c'est bon on comprend pas!
Mais plus c'est pas bon, on vient pour vivre des choses interessantes et lacher des pépétes m^me...rassurez moi : ca va allez, non?
Merci pour vos conseils
ils m'ont pas encore décapiter ou lyncher d'un reunionais en isaan 😏😏..j'y bientot voir les
vieux ...pour ramener mon dernier fiston a peine 2 mois
faudrais qu'elle soit cool et très zen ..ne pas se prendre la tête ... 😉
Vous voilà bien mal partis pour résussir vos vacances ! Vous parlez sans rien savoir en accusant par avance sur la foi de quelques commentaires de forum les thaïlandais de racisme envers les africains !
C'est ça le racisme. La peur de l'inconnu et le jugement. Vous avez un comportement de racistes.
Je vais vous donner mon sentiment, moi qui suis thaïlandaise et qui ai vécu plusieurs années en France chez mon père : il y a une prévention contre les gens différents partout, mais je n'ai jamais vu autant de réaction de racisme, de violence de mots en Thaïlande, que j'en ai vu en France contre les noirs, les arabes et les asiatiques.
Si vous vous comportez bien, respectez les gens, les commerçants, si vous vous rappelez que vous êtes seulement des visiteurs de quelques jours d'un pays étranger dont vous ne connaissez pas l'histoire, le quotidien, les us, et que vous ne venez pas expliquer aux gens d'ici comment ils doivent vivre, que vous soyez noirs, verts ou bleus, vous n'aurez aucun problème de racisme à craindre des thaïlandais.
C'est ça le racisme. La peur de l'inconnu et le jugement. Vous avez un comportement de racistes.
Il ne faut pas exagérer non plus! Il peut être normal d'avoir une certaine crainte lors d'un voyage à l'étranger et lorsque l'on va cotoyer des gens aux us et coutumes différentes de les autres...de là à dire que ce Mr est raciste🤪😕...je n'y vois aucun rapport
Vous voilà bien mal partis pour résussir vos vacances ! Vous parlez sans rien savoir en accusant par avance sur la foi de quelques commentaires de forum les thaïlandais de racisme envers les africains !
C'est ça le racisme. La peur de l'inconnu et le jugement. Vous avez un comportement de racistes.
Je vais vous donner mon sentiment, moi qui suis thaïlandaise et qui ai vécu plusieurs années en France chez mon père : il y a une prévention contre les gens différents partout, mais je n'ai jamais vu autant de réaction de racisme, de violence de mots en Thaïlande, que j'en ai vu en France contre les noirs, les arabes et les asiatiques.
Si vous vous comportez bien, respectez les gens, les commerçants, si vous vous rappelez que vous êtes seulement des visiteurs de quelques jours d'un pays étranger dont vous ne connaissez pas l'histoire, le quotidien, les us, et que vous ne venez pas expliquer aux gens d'ici comment ils doivent vivre, que vous soyez noirs, verts ou bleus, vous n'aurez aucun problème de racisme à craindre des thaïlandais.
Je me permets d'intervenir à votre message.
L'intervenant n'a rien affirmé, il vient ici pour poser une question, ne connaissant pas, il est inquiet pour ses relations de voyage et pour ne pas faire souffrir son épouse, il nous interroge, certes sur la base de ce des personnes lui ont été rapportés. Si il était persuadé, il ne viendrait pas poser la question.
Ce n'est pas ce qu'on appelle une accusation !
La peur de l'inconnu est légitime, elle existe dans tout être humain, c'est donc pas "bizarre" ni "raciste", et il n'y a aucun jugement, simplement une interrogation.
Vous parlez de bons comportements de vos concitoyens, j'ai bien peur que vous n'en donniez une mauvaise image par vos propos, réfléchissez y !
Salut, ma femme est sénégalaise née en france mais bien évidemment black, nous sommes partis par deux fois en thailande du nord au sud et de mémoire je n"ai jamais eu aucun soucis a ce niveau parfois au massage les filles voulait la massée justement parcequ"elle était black et qu'elle n'avait pas l'habitude, peut etre quelque rire parfois mais bon rien de vexant, ayant était pusieurs fois seul avant je ne me suis meme pas poser la question a savoir si il allait y avoir des problémes de racisme.Donc pour conclure je tiens a te rassurer ca va allez .Keep cool
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?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
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.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.