Bonjour , des "connaissances " apprenant que j'allais bientôt en Thailande , m'ont parler de troubles pressent actuellement sur place (d'après ces personnes , soulèvement façon Tunisie , Egypte etc etc )
En cherchant un peu sur le net (vite fait j'avoue) , j'ai vu que des tensions reprenaient entre les thais et le Cambodge a Preah Vihear , mais rien de bien nouveau j'ai envie de dire, cela fait qques années maintenant que c'est relativement tendu la bas avec des périodes calme d'autre moins ...
A priori , en ce moment c'est beaucoup moins calme , avec des morts de chaque coté malheureusement ....
Question , pour la thailande , existe il un nouveau mouvement de chemise opposante ? Le peuple se lève t'il ?
Les personnes sur place peuvent il me dire si l'épisode actuel de Preah Vihear est plus tendu que d'habitude (fermeture de frontière poipet ou autre , risque de conflit a plus grande échelle (guerre ouverte entre les deux pays ??))
Le 4 février, un copain vivant à Bangkok m'écrivait ceci :
de nouvelles rumeurs de coup d’état circulent depuis quelques jours et les jaunes campent de nouveau devant la Maison du gouvernement
POLITIQUE – Abhisit assure que l'armée ne fera pas de coup d'Etat.
Le Premier ministre Abhisit Vejjajiva a réfuté hier les allégations de la part de l'opposition, la veille, selon lesquelles l'armée préparerait un coup d'Etat contre lui alors que la tension dans la rue augmente.
Il s'est dit "confiant" que le chef des armées Prayut Chan-O-Cha ne complotait pas pour le renverser. Un peu plus tôt, le vice-Premier ministre Suthep Thaugsuban a tout de même été plus nuancé, estimant que"certains groupes (de militaires) appellent sûrement à un coup d'Etat", mais qu'une telle manœuvre ne serait "pas la solution pour le pays". De son côté, le porte-parole de l'armée Sunsern Kaewkumnerd a assuré que "le chef de l'armée avait répété ne pas vouloir faire un coup d'Etat et, dans les circonstances actuelles, aucun militaire ne s'y risquerait". En cas de prise du pouvoir par les militaires, la Thaïlande connaîtrait depuis 1932 sa 19ème tentative de coup d'Etat, cinq après le dernier qui a évincé du pouvoir l'ancien Premier ministre Thaksin Shinawatra.
A Hua-Hin c'est le couvre-feu dès 18 heures, plus moyen de trouver des casques de moto à acheter pour circuler de jour entre les sacs de sable et les mitrailleuses lourdes, l'essence manque, il y a des queues monstres devant tous les 7/11, jamais vu ça depuis... oh, je sais même plus.
Il restera juste la mer, le sable ils l'enlèvent pour remplir des sacs et entourer leurs canons à tous les carrefours.
Oublie masque tuba, c'est fichu.
Le "Ben Ali" thaïlandais est parti en 2006 avec 43 caisses pleine de billets (pas de lingots) ...
Il s'appelle Thaksin et fomente encore des troubles mais qui se sont calmés depuis l'an
dernier (ses principaux commensaux sont en taule, sauf un qui est député).
Ben non, vous avez 3 province dans le "Grand Sud" en insurrection (style guerre d'Irak), et
la frontière birmane clashe parfois lorsque l'armée de ce pays tire sur des tribus ...
Les voisins de la Thaïlande ne sont pas tous très "recommandables", le plus paisible c'est
la Malaisie, avec l'inconvénient cité plus haut !
Autrement, le Laos, communiste "pur et dur" est assez calme, presque autant que la Corée
du Nord.
Je confirme qu'à Hua Hin l'heure est grave : non seulement ils enlèvent le sable comme tu dis 😏 mais ils enlèvent aussi tous les transats et parasols qui envahissaient si joyeusement (!!!) la plage 😮... Même la mer à la trouille : elle se retire très loin, alors oui l'heure est grave...
Quand TU auras fini de prêter foi à ce genre de c****ries :
"" des "connaissances " apprenant que j'allais bientôt en Thailande , m'ont parler de troubles pressent actuellement sur place (d'après ces personnes , soulèvement façon Tunisie , Egypte etc etc ) ""
on arrêtera de plaisanter finement.
C'est pas la GUERRE !
Si j'y croyais dur comme fer , je ne serais pas venu ici avoir l'avis de personne sur place
On te dis si ou ça , avant de dire que le mec dit de la merde tu verifies non ? Puis a ce que je sache , il se passe quand meme des choses la bas , les soldats de Preah Vihear n'ont pas trébucher dans un escalier
Après si t'as rien d'autre a faire que rigoler sur de la merde , trouve toi un jeu flash , y en a plein sur le net
Continuez donc tous à jouer vos petits Thaïboss correspondants de guerre exclusifs si ça vous amuse, faites peur aux futurs voyageurs, rendez-vous intéressants, publiez ici de belles photos d'hommes en treillis-rangers PM au bras, faites des copiés-collés d'articles alarmistes, allez, ça vous occupe, c'est mieux que de passer ses journées au bistrot. C'est bien.
Franchement, venir sur un forum comme VF pour confirmer ou infirmer une telle "info"...
Vous , vous avez du mal a comprendre quand quelqu'un demande , et quand quelqu'un affirme
De plus je les ai vu les articles a la con , vous captez le coté "JE VIENS ICI DEMANDE AU GENS DE LA BAS " cela ne signifie pas pour vous que je ne me contente pas d'article de presse ?
J'ai demandé , j'ai eu une réponse , et ma question portait aussi sur Preah Vihear , que ce passe t'il la bas ? On joue a la marelle ? Non alors soit vous parlez de ce que vous savez soit vous n'intervenez pas
Bref vous avez jouer au bouffon , vous cherchez une parade bidon ou une pirouette , bref
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😇m'ont parler de troubles pressent actuellement sur place (d'après ces personnes , soulèvement façon Tunisie , Egypte etc etc
😇 tant que le roi est en vie , il n y aura pas de soulèvement facon tunisie ou Egypte , ce n est qu une fois le roi mort que les choses sérieuses vont commencer pour de bon.......
Ah ben tiens, qui voilà, le correspondant de guerre attitré du site et ses prédictions toujours optimistes. Ben oui, sans guerre pas de correspondant de guerre.
Bon, j'ai assez déconné pour aujourd'hui, je vous laisse, enfin !
Bye.
Les personnes sur place peuvent il me dire si l'épisode actuel de Preah Vihear est plus tendu que d'habitude (fermeture de frontière poipet ou autre , risque de conflit a plus grande échelle (guerre ouverte entre les deux pays ??))
🤪 en réponse a ce post , on peu ajouter qu il ( le gouvernement)a distribué quelques milles... gilet pare balles ..aux habitants du coin avec quelques centaines de revolver pour défendre les villages longeant la frontière.....
OPTIMISME...... faudrait que tu demandes l avis des dirigeants des grandes agences de voyages en thailande!!!!
chiffres d affaires a plus de 40% en baisse , quelques milliers de chomeurs en plus ( jamais répertroriés) ... et ça depuis 2006.....les iles du sud sont poluées a 90% ... les sites coraux meurts un par un .. koh tao va etre fermer... vue a la tele hier soir sur chaine allemande... les tours opérateurs préviennent les touristes allemands de maladie qu on peu contractees sur certaines iles........bon je pourrais en rajouter..... 😏 Beautoucan ne sera jamais un touriste averti... sauf le jour ou ça fra ...bing ba ba boum....et la il résistera.. qu une erreur de parcours pas de problème.....
PARIS (AFP) – France on Wednesdat offered to help resolve a festering border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia by providing maps it made at the start of the last century when it ruled Indo-China.
French officials made the maps in preparation for the Franco-Siamese Treaty of 1907, which delimited the area over which the two countries are squabbling.
Foreign ministry spokesman Bernard Valero told reporters that Paris was happy to provide the documents "to any country that asks us to consult them or to make a copy of these documents."
At least eight people have been killed in four days of cross-border violence between Thailand and Cambodia
At the same time, rumors are rife in Bangkok about an imminent coup. It is possible that the military will once again intervene to break the political deadlock if the crisis gets out of hand. Army chief Gen. Prayuth Chanocha has suggested that a coup is still an attractive option if the government proves unable to control the situation. If such whisperings are true, the Thai people will have to endure a new round of political conflict—and, more likely, a fresh round of violence.
Source de la citation et discussion : Coup Talk in Thailand
Article sur le Wall Street Journal (sur abonnement uniquement) : Thailand's rising nationalism
Extraits :
So as Thailand nears a national election, possibly in the first half of 2011, the PAD* hopes to use the latest row with Cambodia to return to the political limelight and strengthen its power base in Bangkok. It is organizing mass demonstrations near Government House and calling for Mr. Abhisit to adopt a tougher position on Cambodia's government, especially on the matter of the two remaining Thai prisoners. The PAD has also worked closely with the Santi Asoke Buddhist sect to challenge the Abhisit regime, vowing to continue protests until the prime minister resigns
Even beyond Mr. Abhisit's uncertain political future, though, the present moment is a pivotal one for Thailand. The end of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's reign of over six decades is nigh as the king's health is failing. The falling-out between the two royalist groups worries traditional elites who are keen to see consolidation, rather than disintegration, among different actors in this crucial period. A deepened fissure between the PAD and the Democrat Party would only make the old establishment increasingly vulnerable, opening the door for their opponents to gain an upper hand in Thailand's ongoing political stalemate.
* PAD : People's Alliance for Democracy
Mais il faut garder à l'esprit que la Thaïlande est un pays politiquement instable (entre 13 et 17 coups d'État depuis 1932 selon les décomptes) et si les événements actuels ajoutent à la confusion et accroissent l'instabilité, il ne seront pas pour autant nécessairement les éléments déclencheurs d'un nouveau soulèvement.
Et je ne suis pas sûr que la comparaison avec des événements de type "révolutions populaires" qui se produisent en ce moment en Afrique du Nord soit pertinente.
Mais il y a effectivement eut des accrochages militaires localisés sur la frontière avec le Cambodge, avec des tirs d'artillerie, des morts et certains endroits ne sont donc pas pour le moment particulièrement propice au tourisme...
les tours opérateurs préviennent les touristes allemands de maladie qu on peu contractees sur certaines iles....
Quel genre de maladie ??
j ai pris l émission en cours , c était sur la plongé dans les iles du sud.. puis les déchets accumulés juste a quelques mètres des routes , la mauvaise gestion des déchets des hotels et bungalows , tout est déversé dans la mer ( toutes les poubelles)... maladie de la peau...pour les gens allergiques....indigestion( cause proprété des aliments)....bref tout ce qui est lié a séjourner autour d une poubelle public.....
OPTIMISME...... faudrait que tu demandes l avis des dirigeants des grandes agences de voyages en thailande!!!!
chiffres d affaires a plus de 40% en baisse ,
pourtant le taux de remplissage dans les zone touriste est toujours bon et les entrees dans le royaume sont en progression, moin d'occidentaux, mais plus d'asiatique et moyen orient..
🤪 tiens la france s y mèle....
normal, vu que c'est un traiter franco-thai qui delimite les frontieres avec la thailande et les anciennes colonnies francaise.. ces documents sont toujours dans les archives francaise...
Continuez donc tous à jouer vos petits Thaïboss correspondants de guerre exclusifs si ça vous amuse, faites peur aux futurs voyageurs, rendez-vous intéressants, publiez ici de belles photos d'hommes en treillis-rangers PM au bras, faites des copiés-collés d'articles alarmistes, allez, ça vous occupe, c'est mieux que de passer ses journées au bistrot. C'est bien.
Franchement, venir sur un forum comme VF pour confirmer ou infirmer une telle "info"...
Il y a un concept que vous n'avez pas compris dans les forums : la LIBERTE !
Le sujet présent ne comporte que 40 messages, dont 10 venant de vous, souhaiteriez vous un droit
d'exclusivité ?
Le comble c'est bien de venir en Thaïlande pour y passer tout son temps à surfer sur le net en rouspétant
sur les autres intervenants des forums, et écrivant des messages racistes etc etc etc !
(vous n'avez rien d'autre à faire en vacances ?)
Je n'en vois qu'un qui "se rend intéressant" par ici ...
beauftoucan c'est le genre de touriste, il lui faut un transat et un centre commercial proche et c'est tout.
le reste, ce qu'il se passe dans le pays, ça l'intéresse pas.
Mais il y a effectivement eut des accrochages militaires localisés sur la frontière avec le Cambodge, avec des tirs d'artillerie, des morts et certains endroits ne sont donc pas pour le moment particulièrement propice au tourisme...
Il est clair qu'a voir, cette photo prise hier à BKK par un reporter de "The Nation", la pression du PAD pour un règlement du litige par la guerre, il est légitime de se poser la question de l'opportunité de prendre des vacances de repos en Thaïlande si l'on est pas "reporter de guerre" 😉.
Aux résidents de ce pays d'informer objectivement les posteurs, en disant entre-autre et notamment que ces situations sont cycliques et qu'il ne faut pas aller se frotter à ces manifs très localisées géographiquement. Quand à la portion de frontière contestée avec le Cambodge, il n'est maintenant pas possible de s'y approcher, donc no problem pour le touriste😉
Va donc voir ici :
http://www.lonelyplanet.fr
Clique sur le pays THAILANDE
et cherche le sujet intitulé
M. et Mme Chris68 : 3 mois aux Pays des Sourires
Si tu lis, tu verras bien s'il me faut juste un transat et un supermarché pendant mes "vacances".
tu crois que j'ai que ça à faire que lire les compte-rendus touristiques avec horaires des bus et prix des pancakes ?! 🤪🏴☠️
Va donc voir ici :
http://www.lonelyplanet.fr
Clique sur le pays THAILANDE
et cherche le sujet intitulé
M. et Mme Chris68 : 3 mois aux Pays des Sourires
Si tu lis, tu verras bien s'il me faut juste un transat et un supermarché pendant mes "vacances".
tu crois que j'ai que ça à faire ?! 🤪🏴☠️
Mais qu'est-ce que c'est que cette manie de publier sur le forum la teneur des MP (messages privés) ??!! C'est une mode ?
Et je vois que tu n'as pas TOUT recopié.
Tu peux, maintenant je t'autorise...
kan on peut pas répondre aux mp, c'est la seule solution à ce que ke je sache...
Et je vois que tu n'as pas TOUT recopié
toi non plus dans ta citation
Ben oui, tu as complété ta phrase au moment où je citais ton premier envoi. Dis le contraire si tu l'oses !
Et justement ce que tu as ajouté est important quand on donne des infos sur un forum. Car ce sont des INFOS ! Aussi bien les horaires que le prix des denrées, ou autres détails.
Mais non, un forum c'est juste fait pour discuter, se disputer, déblatérer sur Pattaya, baver sur untel ou untel, annoncer une guerre, et j'en passe.
Continue.
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’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.
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur
Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral.
Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo).
Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok:
* Orangutan Center
* Malayan Sun Bear Center
* Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan.
Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari.
Jungle walk.
Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari.
Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port.
Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar
5 full days.
* Snorkeling
* Hiking
* Turtle watching
* Wild beaches
* Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland.
Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
