r/SouthEastAsia_Travel

I recently traveled to Vietnam and Thailand, and I was surprised by the behavior I saw from some

tour groups I encountered.

At a hotel buffet, I saw some people putting food they had already taken back into the shared buffet trays. In cable cars and restaurants, some groups were extremely loud.

(We were in a enclosed space with only our group and one large Indian family. Even when people gave them looks to let them know they were being too loud, they didn't seem to notice or care)

I also saw a india parent let a child stand on a chair and pee into a plastic bottle inside a restaurant. In some shops, staff were treated in a way that came across as rude.

I feel like I run into weird people much more often there...

I have a trip planned for the end of this year: China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.

I fly to China first and that leg is already booked, with the plan to get the train/coach into Hanoi on 18th October. I am then meeting family in Chiang Mai on 1st December. That leaves 45 days in the middle to get around Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. I will explore the rest of Thailand after seeing family.

Will 45 days be enough to see all three countries, or would I be better breaking this up. E.g. doing Vietnam and Laos then flying back over to do Cambodia at the end? I am worried that I already have quite a long list of things I'd like to do in each country and I don't want to feel rushed with only having 2 weeks per country. For example, I've heard of people spending a month in just Vietnam.

I have saved a lot of money and am quitting my job to travel so I am somewhat flexible. I was planning to spend a total of 3-4 months travelling.

Hey all, we are planning a trip to Vietnam September 11-27, and I’m seeing all kinds of mixed thoughts on whether this is an okay time. I’ve seen that it can be a little quieter in the way of crowds and tourists, but seeing mixed reviews on weather. We don’t mind rain but some online are strongly advising avoiding in September while others say it can be really nice. Anyone travel there in September and have thoughts? We are doing the northern half- Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Da Nang, Hoi An. This is my first time posting on Reddit so plz be nice and thank you in advance for your thoughts ☺️

Hi everyone,

First of all, thank you for taking the time to read the post. I'm planning a trip to the 3 countries in the title and would love to hear your opinion on the itinerary. I have 23 days, including travel days, and since I'm already working this is the max duration I can take for the foreseable future. I'll be going lat November/early December.

Days 1-2 - Hanoi

Days 3-6 - Ha Giang Loop

Day 7 - Ninh Binh

Days 8-10 - Luang Prabang

Days 10-12 - Nong Khiaw

Day 13 - Luang Prabang

Day 14-16 - Siem Reap

Day 17-22 - Koh Rong/ Koh Rong Saloem

I know most people here probably spend months in Southeast Asia, but unfortunately I can't do it right now so I want to maximize my trip there and would love to hear your input on my itinerary. What do you think?

Hey everyone! I’m planning a trip with my siblings to Jakarta around last week of December. We have some commitments in Jakarta and were thinking if we could visit the east Java (Tampuk sewu, Mt Bromo and Ijen) before visiting Jakarta. How’s the weather in mid to late December? Is it a good time to visit east java? If not, what other options do we have to explore other than Jakarta in the last 10 days of December?

Would really appreciate responses!

Hi everyone, I have an 18 hour layover in Kuala Lumpur and would love some suggestions.
I’ll arrive at around 4pm and my next flight is at 10am following morning, so I’ll have the evening and overnight to explore before heading back to the airport. I’m planning to leave the airport and make the most of my short stay. What are the must see places, best food spots, or things I can realistically fit into one evening? Also, where would you recommend me for stay for the night that’s safe, affordable and conveniently located so I can easily explore and still get back to the airport in time for my morning flight.
Any itinerary ideas or tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I will be in Singapore beginning of October. Is it worth going to Bali (Ubud) for 3 days or should we explore something close to Singapore?

I want me and my family to visit a country outside of India, we are a middle class family and would like a complete travelling experience to another country and the budget would be around 4-5 lakhs INR ($4000-$5000) for 4 including everything from travelling to food to stay to travelling in the country, sim cards, etc for 5-6 days.

We really want to visit malaysia (because we also have some friends and relatives there and are also Tamil), i just want to know what countries i could visit and it not feeling like a budget stay, like living in hostels and all, thank you

Hi everyone, im going to Thailand in August.
I have been to Bangkok, Lamai & Patong before.
Not a fan of Patong.
I hear bang tao part of Phuket is nice!
I want to go to new places but similar to the places i really liked Lamai & Bangkok.

I hear mixed reviews on places like Chang mai, Jomtien.

I want to experience a bit of everything. A good mix of chill quiet beaches & evening nightlife.

Thank you for any ideas & your time !

American tourists with kids age 9,11 interested in visiting Malaysia.

-I have read its a very safe country for tourists. Is this correct?

-Weather...in August I should expect hot/humid weather but not necessarily more rain then other times of year (or perhaps this is only for the east coast)? I believe there is low typhoon risk in August, is this correct?

Thanks

Requiero sus recomendaciones para un seguro de viaje internacional estaré en bali por 3 meses...

Hey everyone i’m starting to plan a 5 month trip to sea i was wondering if anyone could be critical on my time frames of staying in each place.

PHILIPPINES 3 WEEKS

THAILAND 4 WEEKS

LAOS 3 WEEKS

VIETNAM 4 WEEKS

CAMBODIA 3 WEEKS

SHRI LANKA 3 WEEKS

We just found out Nestival was cancelled. That wasn’t the key reason we wanted to visit; but it was definitely one. We’ve checked the weather forecast and it’s supposed to be raining constantly.

Will we get to experience the island properly at this time of year? Is it worth the boat trip over despite the probably very rocky seas?

We’re really torn at the moment, and any help would be greatly appreciated!

Hi

Me and my friends are going to thailand in a month for 30 days. Our schedule currently lookslike thise

Land in bangkok and stay here 1 full day for jetlaf

go to chiang mai for 6 nights

3 nights in pai

4 nights in koh tao

6 nights koh phangan

5 nights koh samui

1 week bangkok

Am i missing stuff or planning something wrong? we like muay thai, bjj and cool activitities but also wanna see some originale thai culture

I'm an amateur mountaineer who recently relocated to Singapore. I have disposable time n income and would like to bag some peaks in the surrounding countries. When is each country's dry season? If anyone knows of ideal time-frames for trekking above 3km or 10k ft, please also state:

1. What you summited

2. Dryness level

3. Overall visibility

4. Average temperature

5. Multi or single day

Seeking advice from folks w actual experience please, thanks!