Bonjour a tous,
Hier mercredi a 21H il a eu un terrible accident de 2 bus au lieu dit la Represa au Rio El Chavon entre la Romana et Bayahibe. Au moins 20 morts en majorité des touristes Italiens. Depuis, silence radio, Les journeaux en Europe n'en parles pas, la TV internationnale non plus et les titres des journeaux electroniques Dominicains ont été retirés, tenterais t-on de cacher cette affaire?
🙂, c'est simple, quand tu es sur la page ou tu vois tous les sujets, tu as une case : "Démarrer une nouvelle discussion"
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Sinon pour ce terrible accident, les infos sont différentes..... mais c'est la Rep Dom.... Je ne connais pas les causes mais quand on connait comment roulent les chauffeurs de bus ici...... 😕 ou les autres...🏴☠️
La valeur d'un chef ne se lit pas dans son carnet de notes mais dans le regard de ses hommes.
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On en a parlé au journal télévisé de toutes les grandes chaines en france mais avec un nombre de morts plus élevé. Il y avait deja eu il y a longtemps un accident de bus où toute une equipe francaise de football en deplacement avait trouvé la mort.
Romandie News 23 morts dans un accident en République dominicaine
Au moins 23 personnes ont trouvé la mort dans un accident de la route qui s'est produit à l'est de la République dominicaine. Parmi les victimes figurent six touristes italiens, selon le Ministère des affaires étrangères italien.
L'accident s'est produit sur une route près de Romana, à 150 km à l'est de la capitale, Saint-Domingue, dans la province de La Altagracia. Il a eu lieu peu avant 09h00, heure locale (15h00 suisses) est a impliqué deux autocars et un véhicule tout-terrain, ont déclaré les services de la Défense civile.
L'extrême violence du choc a bloqué les portes des véhicules et rendu difficile l'extraction des blessés et corps, prisonniers de la carcasse du véhicule. Des membres de l'armée de terre et des forces aériennes, des effectifs des corps de pompiers, de la Défense civile, de la Santé publique et de la police collaboraient aux opérations de secours et d'évacuation des victimes.
Le car de tourisme accidenté transportait plus de 40 passagers qui se rendaient sur Bavaro, une plage célèbre dans le pays. La Altagracia se situe dans une région où de nombreux touristes étrangers descendent dans les grands hôtels du bord de mer, à cette époque de l'année.
(ats / 15 août 2008 21:34)
La presse italienne fait etat de 29 morts, chiffre qui pourrait augmenter vu la gravité des blessures.
Les causes de l'accident sont claires: les permis de conduire s'achetent sans formation, et le mode de conduite dépasse tout ce qu'on peut imaginer meme en ayant conduit en egypte, au nigeria et en indonesie! la police s'occupe plus d'assurer ses fins de mois que punir les délinquants, la justice, ce n'est guere mieux, les routes sont en mauvais état, les secours d'urgence inéxistants, reste la priere.
Pour etre honnète, de tels accidents ont lieu également en france et autres pays d'europe.
Illustration du pont et de la route où a eu lieu cet accident et bien d'autres.
Remarquez comment les bus font du forcing alors qu'il leur est impossible de se croiser. Avec la pluie diluvienne en plus, pas de visibilité a 5 metres.
Un autoroute est en construction pour remplacer cet itineraire et sera bientot (?) disponible.
salut blopart, tu crois sincerement que l autoroute va changer quelque chose, ca va diminuer le nombre d accident, d accord avec toi, mais a mon avis c est pas ce qui va les apprendent a conduire, tu sais comme moi, si tu vit ici, que les chauffeurs de bus et de poids lourds sont des irresponsables, et pour la plupart totalement inconscient du danger, pour excemple, je suis descendu a deux reprises des bus qui m enmenaient a la capital, la seconde fois, tellement le mec roulait vite, dans chaque virages, les gents hurlaient de trouille, moi j ai preferer descendre et attendre un autre bus ...comble de l histoire.?... l autre chauffeur etait aussi si pas plus c...que l autre, inutil de te dire que pour moi les guaguas, c est terminer ......je roule aussi en moto, ca c est encore plus dangereux, ils te voient en face, mais double quand meme, te font des appels de phares, ce qui veux dire, barre toi de la si tu veux vivre...et tu va ou tu veux et ou tu peu mon gars, si tu veux sauver ta peau....alors faut pas qu ils s etonnent quand il se fracassent, le probleme c est qu ils tue a chaque fois des innocents, ils s avent meme pas ce que veux dire une ligne jaune continue....je te jure, j ai demander a plusieurs chauffeurs de taxi, aucun ne sais repondre...fait toi meme l experience, evidement la plus part d entre eux ne savent pas q il faut un permis de conduire, vous avez dit mongole.???....juan
Ahh non! Moi aussi je suis de ton avis😮. Remarque que l'un des chauffeurs de bus, selon le journal Diario Libre, est encore en fuite.
Je connais bien comment la plupart de chauffeurs (pas tous) roulent dans les autoroutes du pays. Je prends de guaguas et bus expresos beaucoup dans l'année.
C'est la folie ici pour la conduite et je recommande à personne de conduire pendant la nuit😮.
Comme tu l'as bien précisé et c'est ce que je voulais dire dans mon message précédent, avec la nouvelle autoroute les accidents vont diminuer. C'est sûr et certain. Alors comme il y aura deux voies de chaque côté, quand les chauffeurs voudront doubler, ils ne le feront pas en voie contraire.
😉cono....ca serai vraiment interesant de voir les statistiques du nombre d accidents et de morts, sur les routes, ca doit etre impressionant.....reste a savoir si vraiment il y a un ressencement, je suis presque sur que non ....😕dit moi toi qui voyage beaucoup en bus ...a tu deja vu un flic qui arretai un chauffeur pour une infraction???moi j en a vu passer au rouge au nez et a la barbe des flics de l a m e t, .....monter sur les trottoirs pour depasser, et le flic restai apuiyer sur son poteau, bien a l ombre, .....ont est sur une autre planete mon blopart....parfois je me demande si ils ont le disque dure dans la tete, ils gravent rien....c est comme ca ...ont a choisi de vivre la ...heureusement q il sont gentils et sympas....mais parfois je les supportes plus...je te jure....aller, faut si faire, ont va rien changer, sauf peu etre mettre en garde les personnes qui voyagent, et qui ne connaisent pas le pays....mais ca tu le fait tres bien ....je te lis souvent sur le forom....bien a toi ...y cuidate mi hermano....😛
D'apres le blog de emilieH, la vie en r dominicaine, il y a autant de morts sur la route qu'en france, de l'ordre de 7000 par an, pour 6 fois moins d'habitants et sans doute 30 fois moins de vehicules.
En france, depuis la politique de represion severe mise en place par le petit nicolas, le nombre de morts a été divisé par deux.
Oui Possiblement que le taux d accidents ici est supérieur ...
Mais j ai peur que la tragédie du 15/08 ne soit tout simplement qu un conflit d intérêts :
Les aéroports de Romana et Punta Cana sont en concurrences et l un des 2 voit d un tres mal oeil que La Romana soit à 30 minutes de Punta Cana
Le parc del Este est géré par beaucoup des gens qui voient aussi d un tres mal oeil un autoroute au milieu du parc avec plus ou moins de compensations ...
Le fond de gestion des « ressources touristiques » qui pourrait co-financer la dite autoroute a préféré attribuer 80% de ses fonds au nord et 1% à Punta Cana alors que ces dits fonds viennent à 80% de l Est ... en même temps le Nord est plus Violet et l Est est plus Rouge ...Ainsi l axe Romana / Punta Cana est le plus fréquenté touristiquement du pays et aussi le plus mal entretenu ou développé ... Drôle non ?
Mes condoléances aux familles des victimes ... de ce conflit.
a mon humble avis, tu as en partie raison dans ce que tu nous dit, je pense que l aeroport de puntacana n as pas besoin de l autoroute de l est, depuis maintenant deux ans, la voie rapide est en construction, part de puntacana et va rejoindre samana del marre, sa trajectoire a ete etudie pour deservir tout les hotels de la cote este, tu sais comme moi q ils y en a plus ou moins 40, plus tout les projets en voie de construction, cette voie rapide est financee en grande partie par le groupe puntacana, dont fait partie julio iglesias, et a sa tete frank ragneri, avec egalement une participation du groupement des hoteliers de la cote este, mais ont sais pas ce qui se passe, les travaux sont arreter depuis plus de un an ....comme d hab...commence mais finissent pas ....le sr donald trump...multimilliardaire americain, qui est en passe de realiser le projet le plus important des caraibes, a interet a mettre des sous egalement dans la realisation de cette voie rapide, vu que la marina est en partie terminee et va accuiellir les plus grands cruseros, ce qui va ammener des milliers de tourites suplementaires, tout les tours operators instaler sur bavaro, crache aussi au bassinet, et meme si toutes les infractutures routieres qui sont en projets ou en previsions, se termine un jour...si ca se termine car a la vitesse ou ca avance, ...l aeroport de la romana sera toujours a plus d une heurs de bavaro .....et comportera toujours des frais suplementaires pour les tours operators..............
Partout dans la Caraïbe, il faut être inconscient pour monter dans un bus touristique ! Le plus fort c'est qu'on vous raconte que louer une voiture est dangereux alors que c'est dans ces bus - que les conducteurs conduisent comme des malades pour respecter des horaires serrés - que l'on est le plus en danger.
😏c est vrais ca ...si ont demandaient au p tit nicolas de venir un peu bosser ici ????😎 et pour carla ?? t as une idee de ce q elle pourrais faire.....??? moi si .... mais ca se dit pas ....jejeje...😛
Pour completer cette discussion, et pour etre passé en (mini) bus a cet endroit cet hiver, j'ai été impressionné par cette longue descente vers le rio Chavon, et j'ai pensé illico : pourvu que les freins tiennent bon ! c'est peu etre aussi une defaillance technique, il ne faut pas tout mettre sur le dos des chauffeurs de bus, meme si c'est vrai la conduite en rep dom est un peu "space". Par contre, les stats, vu le peu de dominicains qui ont un coche hormis les grandes villes, je doute du nombre d'accidents que vous avancez...😉
Hasta la proxima, salut mi amigo Pablo !
Amicalement, Robert.🙂
😉aucune idée de ce que pourrait faire Carla en Rep Dom, , sa musique ne plaira certainement pas aux habitués du meringué et de la bachata.
Quoique, grand étonnement de ma part, quand un guitariste m'a demandé de lui envoyer un CD de France de patrick bruël.
Le plus difficile, c'est lorsque piéton, tu dois traverser une rue en sortant de l'hôtel pour aller chercher le guagua de l'autre côté.
Et sur Boca chica, là, celà relève de l'exploit sportif digne des JO, si tu n'es pas Marie Jo Pérec, tu peux compter te prendre un scooter, ou une de leurs motos, ceux là, un peu fêlés de la cafetière ne s'arrêteront pas.
triste accident, mais si on regarde en France, il y en a eu aussi récemment, celui des lycéens du côté de Grenoble, et tant d'autres!!!!!
Beaucoup d'imprudence partout.
Vingt morts...et plus de vingt cinq blesses graves, dont sept seraient dans un etat critique, c est le triste bilan de l accident qui c est produit vendredi…
Qui aurait assisté à l'accident au Manati Park ce dernier vendredi? Qui pourrait en dire plus sur l'état de santé du Français touché gravement par un dauphin?…
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Hi,
I’m heading to Miches for the first time in November 2026 (no all-inclusive)
I’d love some tips to plan my stay—accommodation, things to do, places of interest nearby.
Is it possible to rent a scooter there to get around the area?
Thanks for your help!
Best,
hi there, I’ve never been to Martinique. my girlfriend, who’s of Martinican origin, has never had the chance to go either (life isn’t always easy). now we can plan a little trip, but we don’t know which airline to choose or how to find accommodation.
basically, I need quite a few tips.
we’re planning to go in September—no chance before that.
Hi! We spent 10 wonderful days in Guadeloupe’s gorgeous climate. Our arrival got off to a shaky start, though—our suitcase was left behind at the airport, which caused quite a stir. A police officer was shouting at us to get out and cross the street. Then, a taxi driver refused to take us after we showed him where we were staying, right by the port in Pointe-à-Pitre. "No one goes there," he told us! Good thing we arrived during Carnival! A second driver finally agreed to take us, and I can say he knew every nook and cranny of his city.
The rest of the trip was amazing. The locals were smiling and welcoming. We didn’t rent a car, so we didn’t get around much and stayed in the Deshaies area—a real favorite. Plage de la Perle (Pearl Beach) truly lives up to its name! We liked Grande Anse Beach less because of the steep slope, which made walking tricky, and the waves were pretty intense. The landscapes in this part of the island are idyllic. We visited the botanical garden—it’s worth it—and went to the port in Deshaies. If we ever go back, we’ll rent a vehicle so we can explore more, because taxis aren’t cheap!
Hi, I’m leaving soon for Punta Cana—what kind of money should we bring: Canadian dollars, US dollars, or are we forced to exchange once we arrive?
Thanks
We spent 15 days in the Exumas from March 10th to 26th.
I should mention that we’ve been traveling to islands for 20 years, so we have points of comparison when it comes to prices, hospitality, and landscapes.
First, the flights: we now live in the Luberon, so we flew out of Marseille. We took British Airways, which we’ve used several times before for trips to the English-speaking Caribbean and which offers flights via Heathrow. We had an overnight layover in London on the way out, then a flight to Nassau. After that, we took a connecting flight (we had a 2h20 layover in Nassau, which was more than enough) to George Town with Sky Bahamas. We had initially ruled out Bahamasair based on very negative reviews.
Immigration and customs were very quick.
When we arrived, we took a taxi to our hotel, Augusta Bay. Cost: $30.
We rented a car through Sure and Shore. It was delivered to our hotel the day after we arrived, and we kept it until we left for Stocking Island. For 9 days, we paid $470 (which is a great price) for a small Honda that wasn’t very new, but we didn’t have any issues with it. One thing we’d never experienced before: they’d put newspaper sheets on the floor, and we were told not to get any sand in the car if we went to the beach!
We stayed 5 nights at Augusta Bay. A 5-minute walk away is the beautiful, uncrowded Jolly Beach, perfect for swimming. We visited the southern part of the island to see the beaches of Little Exuma, especially Tropic of Cancer Beach and the one next to Santana’s restaurant. We also went to Hopper Bay Beach, where you can see a group of about ten turtles near a small boat dock. We went kayaking from the hotel.
Then we stayed at Paradise Bay in the north. While we hadn’t encountered the sandfly problem before, here it’s important to know that the beach is infested with them. The hotel’s restaurant, which is very good otherwise, even provides repellent for guests— that’s how bad it is!
From there, we visited Coco Plum Beach, Three Sisters Beach (where you can snorkel), and others. We also went kayaking again.
We ended our trip with 3 nights on Stocking Island at Saint Francis Resort. If we were to do it again, we’d spend 4 nights there. The island has many trails, snorkeling spots, and you can get around by kayak. We saw rays, turtles, and even a harmless shark, as well as some beautiful beaches. Plus, the welcome at Saint Francis was the warmest we experienced.
Be aware that everything is very expensive on the island—much more so than in the English-speaking Caribbean. Clearly, the purchasing power of Americans plays a role. They say everything is imported, but that’s the case on all islands!
Some places only accept cash or charge a 5% fee if you pay by card.
We didn’t find the locals particularly friendly. If you’ve been to Dominica or Grenada, for example, you’ll know what I mean.
We explored the whole island. The beaches are stunning, but the roads tell a different story. There are a lot of car wrecks—some houses have two or three in front of them, which really spoils the landscape. There are also many abandoned, ruined houses.
The vegetation is lush but not tropical, and you’ll be served apples and oranges for breakfast because there are very few exotic fruits.
As for the climate in March, there was no humid atmosphere, and the heat was very manageable (26°C). It was very pleasant. The seawater, however, is definitely cooler than in the Indian Ocean, for example.
There’s not much snorkeling, but we knew that before coming.
In conclusion: beautiful beaches, sand as fine as flour, and a very pleasant climate. But honestly, for the same cost, I’d prefer the Seychelles, for example.
Hi everyone,
I need your help!
We’re planning to visit Guadeloupe and take the opportunity to explore the islands La Désirade, Marie-Galante, and Les Saintes.
I initially planned to rent a car to get around the main island and then take the ferry from Trois-Rivières to Les Saintes, from Pointe-à-Pitre to Marie-Galante, and finally from Saint-François to La Désirade, following that route.
But when I look at it, the car would sit unused for at least 5 days—that’s paying for nothing🙁.
Is it possible to go from LES SAINTES to MARIE-GALANTE and then on to LA DÉSIRADE? We’d only rent a car once we arrive in Saint-François to continue exploring Guadeloupe. What do you think—is that doable?
This trip is planned for April.
Thanks so much for your help
Just a quick update on the state of this road: the unpaved section has been significantly improved. You can now complete the journey in about 4 to 4.5 hours instead of 6. Great news! For me, the most hazardous part is actually the paved section before and after Sagua. It encourages higher speeds, but there are deep, dangerous potholes that appear without warning. Be careful!
I’d also note that despite occasional power outages—which casas and paladares know how to handle—tourism remains perfectly doable. Cuba is still magical! I was just told, with a touch of humor, that the official German government website suggests bringing your own toilet paper and candles… Hmm, maybe an update on rechargeable gear would be in order…
Hi! We’re visiting Guadeloupe for the first time in January. We’re looking for accommodation near Deshaies to start our trip. A quiet spot, not too far from the sea so we can walk there. Any suggestions are welcome!
I’ve just returned from 15 days in Cuba and wanted to share my experience along with some practical tips for those planning a trip there.
1. Formalities:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after your return.
- E-visa: apply online (payment by bank transfer only via the embassy of your choice): evisacuba.cu or through an agency novelacuba.com (card payment on their site—I had to go with this option and recommend it because the Cuban embassy in Brussels apparently never received my transfer...)
- Digital D’Viajeros form to fill out a few days before departure
- Mandatory health insurance
2. Currency/budget
- Plan your entire budget in cash; card payments are rare, and withdrawals at the official rate aren’t great.
Local currency: CUP (Cuban Peso)
Official rate: ~1 € = 120 CUP → state-run restaurants and shops.
Current unofficial rate: ~1 € = 490 CUP → private restaurants, local bars, Cuban-owned shops.
For exchanging money:
The easiest way: ask at your *casa particular* or a local restaurant.
3. My itinerary (15 days)
Havana: 3 nights
Viñales: 3 nights
Cienfuegos: 1 night
Trinidad: 3 nights
Varadero: 3 nights
Havana: 1 night
Flights: Air Europa from Brussels, with a layover in Madrid. Smooth and pleasant service.
Accommodations: *casas particulares* booked on Airbnb except for Varadero (Iberostar Playa Alameda hotel).
Practical tips
Install a VPN before departure (many blocked sites like Instagram and Airbnb).
Download the El Toque app to check the updated CUP exchange rate.
Internet via ETECSA SIM card (~30 € for 10 GB) or Wi-Fi in hotels/*casas*.
Download Maps.me for offline maps.
Intercity travel: shared taxi, Viazul bus, or private transfer through your *casa*.
Electricity: 110 V, sometimes 220 V.
Bring basic supplies and medications—hard to find there.
Cuba requires flexibility and openness: regular power outages, unstable internet (especially in Trinidad).
Finally, my personal take:
I loved my trip to Cuba! It’s a disorienting yet deeply charming country.
Poverty is visible, especially in Havana: crumbling buildings, many people asking for help (but no safety concerns!). Bringing some essentials for locals is a good idea (soap, toothpaste, medications, clothes...).
Cubans are incredibly welcoming and friendly. A few basics in Spanish help a lot! The vibe is unique: music in every street, musicians everywhere, salsa all around.
The variety of landscapes is amazing: colonial architecture, paradise beaches, mountains, waterfalls, lush valleys—you’ll never get bored.
Only downside: Varadero, less authentic than the rest of the country, but I expected that!
Overall, it was a wonderful trip, and I’d love to go back!
Hi,
Several comments recommend bringing mosquito repellent. Got it. Are there a lot of them during the day? And by the seaside? Or are they more present (and voracious) in the evening? Thanks.
I bought tickets for Martinique in April 2025 for 15 days, without really looking into what there was to do, and with the idea in my head that we could: hike, do water activities, swim, visit rum distilleries...
But... I’m worried I’ll get bored over 15 days and I’m considering maybe spending 1 week in Guadeloupe and 1 week in Martinique.
For example, I don’t know how to spend a whole afternoon at the beach. 2 hours, max.
I know it’s a personal question and depends on how you travel, but I’d love to hear your thoughts if you’ve done it:
- Did you feel too rushed?
- Is it reasonable to do?
- How much time would you spend on each island?
I’ve just returned from Havana after an 18-day stay from October 8th to 26th.
From Montreal, you have to go through Varadero Airport. I now break up the airport-to-Havana transfer with a SUPER pleasant stopover halfway, in the historic village of Hershey (Camilo Cienfuegos). Quebecer Anne-Marie has renovated a century-old house there, and every stay of mine feels like a peaceful oasis. Amazing food, a pool, impeccable hospitality—I highly recommend it! Casa Cub'Anita.
Life for Cubans remains just as tough, made even harder right now by tropical viruses spread by mosquitoes. It’s absolutely essential to protect yourself properly. That said, the purchasing power of foreign currency hasn’t changed much, despite skyrocketing inflation. As of today, the US dollar exchanges for nearly 500 pesos on the "informal market."
This was my first time staying in Vieja, in the non-touristy part. I discovered some great little restaurants run by the younger generation. Affordable, excellent food, and remarkably friendly service: El Chanchulero (it was about time I checked it out—unbeatable value for money!), El Café, Jibaro...
Cubans are still as warm and welcoming as ever—bicitaxis, servers, markets. Speaking the language is a huge plus.
Essentials to download from abroad before you leave: the maps.me offline maps app, and the La Nave taxi/motorcycle taxi app, which is super efficient for getting around the capital.
Sending my best to all my friends in Oriente as the hurricane passes, especially to Baracoa. I’m planning to visit this winter.
I’m planning a trip to Cuba this summer and I’d love some info: Is travel insurance really necessary? Can you easily get online by buying a local SIM card or internet card? Apparently, there’s only one currency now—is it better to exchange money with your *casa particular* host?
Thanks for all these valuable tips!
Hi!
I’m heading to Havana for a week in February. I’m looking for a casa particular that’s affordable, clean, and cozy. Since I’ll be traveling alone, I’d love a place where people are welcoming!
Also, I really want to stay in Habana Vieja...
Do you have any recommendations for places you’ve stayed before?
I tried booking the casa particular *Chez Nous*, but I never got a response.
Hi fellow travelers,
We're heading to Martinique for a month from mid-January to mid-February.
Our plan is to explore the island by staying in three different spots for 10 days each, on both sides of the island...
Could you share some great tips on where to stay for an authentic experience and what we absolutely must see?!
Hi there,
In March 2026 I’ll be at the Club Med in Sainte-Anne and I’m thinking of heading to Les Saintes at the end of my stay.
Do you know what the most convenient way to get there is?
Thanks so much!
Hi everyone.
For those traveling to Cuba and then planning to go to the USA, you won’t be able to get your ESTA for the United States (same applies) if you’ve been to Cuba after 2021 due to a law passed by Donald Trump (a law that Biden later repealed).
You’ll have no choice but to apply for a visa, which costs 200 € (and approval isn’t guaranteed even after payment).
If you’re in this situation, the process to get this visa will be a real hassle—you’ll need to book an appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Paris. It’s the only embassy in France authorized to handle your application after you’ve filled out the visa request on the official website.
If you try to cheat by applying for an ESTA for the USA, just know that the American administration has ways of finding out if you’ve been to Cuba. 😉
I'm looking for information on the islands of Puerto Rico, St. Barthélemy, and St. Martin for March 2026.
What is there to see, and if possible, prices or tips, please?
Thanks, Michel V.
I’ve booked a room at an all-inclusive in Varadero for January 2025. This will be my 3rd trip to Cuba, the last one was 20 years ago.
The whole tipping and gratuities thing is wearing me out. Even though it’s an all-inclusive package, I think it’d be rude not to leave any tips for the bar staff and the housekeeping team, especially.
Here’s what I’m aiming for:
1. Not feeling stingy (or “feeling cheap” for my fellow Quebecers);
2. Not disrespecting Cubans by offering junk or, on the flip side, going overboard and creating unrealistic expectations for future tourists;
3. And most importantly, not spending the whole week wondering if I’m doing the right thing. I’m going there to relax, not to stress!
Hi there,
I’m planning our upcoming trip to Guadeloupe. We’re looking for a place to stay where human contact is a priority, with air conditioning, close to the beaches, and clean.
We’ve had several responses. After doing some research online, I was able to rule out quite a few options.
But now I’m deciding between:
Kokoplaj, tipayoune (issue: no AC, just fans—is that a problem?), Résidence Le Zandoli, and Gwada Rêves.
If you have any info or experiences to share, I’d love to hear them! ;-)
Thanks for your help!
See you soon...
I’m heading to Blau Costa Verde next February and I’d like to rent a scooter to explore the area. Are the roads around Holguín in good condition? I’m thinking of renting one for 1–2 or 3 days to visit Holguín, Gibara, and Banes on my own. Do you recommend it (I’ve got a great sense of direction)? How much does it usually cost to rent a scooter for 2 or 3 days (or a car, though I’d prefer a scooter)? Also, are there any other interesting spots nearby you’d suggest checking out?
Are there any excursions to Santiago, and how much do they typically cost?
Hi,
When booking the tickets to Martinique for our family, I must have made a mistake, and on one of the tickets, the third first name is wrong. Michel instead of Joel...
CORSAIR Airlines is telling me I have to buy a new ticket for 1200 € (Christmas period). I think that’s outrageous and, above all, impossible for us.
I’m desperate—I feel like Corsair is really overdoing it.
Is there any recourse? How can I get out of this?
I’m throwing this message in a bottle, just in case...😕
Hi, I'm looking for a car rental for January 2020 in Guadeloupe. There are several agencies I've seen reviews for—has anyone dealt with Autolagon before?
Thanks!
I’m heading to Bayahibe this winter. It’ll be my second time in this country, where I feel so at home.
I’d love to bring back some Larimar jewelry... the real deal.
I saw some at a shop in the Iberostar Dominicus hotel, but I’m guessing I can find it cheaper elsewhere. Maybe in La Romana?
If anyone has any tips on this, I’d really appreciate it.
Some wholesalers are canceling trips to Cuba, but I still want to visit my favorite country. For those who went there in November, what’s the situation like at all-inclusive hotels?
