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Marco35

23 posts

2011-02-01

Bonjour Voici pour information le compte-rendu détaillé de mes dépenses au Myanmar, peut-être cela donnera une idée pour le budget aux gens désireux e s’y rendre. Quelques notes concernant le compte-rendu : Voyage effectue du 12/01/11 au 31/01/11 Toutes liaisons entre les villes effectuees en bus Prix en Kyats convertis en dollars au taux de 1 USD = 810 Ky (change effectue initialement a Yangon). Hotels choisis sur le critere budget, pas sur la qualite, bien que la plupart d'entre eux etaient decentsDAY DESCRIPTION EXPENSES KYATS DOLLARS TOTAL (DOLLARS) 12 January 2011 Arrival in Yangon / Visit of Shwedagon Pagoda Taxi (Airport to City center) 4.0 Lunch 2250.0

Shwedagon Pagoda Entrance Fee 5.0 Taxi (Guesthouse to Shwedagon) 500.0

Taxi (Shwedagon to City center) 500.0

Dinner 1500.0

Hotel (Okinawa Guesthouse) 11.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 25.9

13 January 2011 Sightseeing in Yangon

Booking: Bus (Yangon -> Kalaw) 11900.0

Snacks 500.0

Hotel (Mahabandoola Guesthouse) 7.0 Internet 700.0

Mahabandoola Garden Entrance Fee 500.0

Snacks 500.0

Lunch 2500.0

Cigarettes 500.0

Beer 1500.0

Dinner 2500.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 33.0

14 January 2011 Rest Day in Yangon / Bus from Yangon to Kalaw

Shampoo 600.0

Postcards 500.0

Water 300.0

Lunch 2000.0

Dinner 2500.0

Beer 500.0

Snacks 1000.0

Tea 500.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 9.8

15 January 2011 Sightseeing in Kalaw

Hotel (Pine Land Inn) 5.0 Snacks 540.0

Booking: 1-Day-trek around Kalaw 6500.0

Booking: 3-Day-trek Kalaw to Inle 39.0 Dinner 3000.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 56.4

16 January 2011 1-day-trek around Kalaw

Donation to village 1000.0

Dinner 3000.0

Hotel (Pine Land Inn) (2 nights) 10.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 14.9

17 January 2011 3-day trek Kalaw to Inle: Day 1

Donations for the village 1000.0

Snacks 1000.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 2.5

18 January 2011 3-day trek Kalaw to Inle: Day 2

Water 300.0

Snacks 400.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 0.9

19 January 2011 3-day trek Kalaw to Inle: Day 3 / Arrival in Nyaung Shwe (Inle Lake)

Hotel (Bright Hotel) 7.0 Boat from Indein to Nyaung Shwe 4000.0

Inle Lake Entrance Fee 5.0 Dinner 3300.0

Cigarettes 500.0

Lighter 200.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 21.9

20 January 2011 Biking around Inle / Boat from Maung Thauk to Nyaung Shwe

Bike Rent 1500.0

Boat Ride 7000.0

Souvenirs 4000.0

Loss (change money at rate 1 USD=760 Ky) 4.0 Donations 500.0

Toothpaste 200.0

Dinner 2000.0

Internet 1500.0

Hotel (Bright Hotel) 7.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 31.6

21 January 2011 Bus from Nyaung Shwe to Mandalay

Internet 2000.0

Snacks 300.0

Souvenirs 2000.0

Notebook 500.0

Booking: Bus (Nyaung Shwe to Mandalay) 15.0 Dinner 2000.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 23.4

22 January 2011 Visit of Mahamuni Temple

Taxi (Bus Station to Hotel) 1700.0

Internet 300.0

Lunch and Snacks 2500.0

Dinner 1700.0

Internet 700.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 8.5

23 January 2011 Sightseeing in Mandalay / Amarapura / Inwa / Mandalay Hill

Water 300.0

Pick-up to Amarapura 300.0

Pick-up from Amarapura to Inwa 300.0

Rickshaw in Inwa 300.0

Souvenirs 1500.0

Snacks 500.0

Horse Ride in Inwa 2500.0

Booking: Bus (Mandalay to Bagan) 10000.0

Mandalay Hill: Camera Fee 500.0

Taxi (Hotel to Mandaly Hill return) 2000.0

Water 300.0

Bus (Inwa to Mandalay) 300.0

Boat Crossing in Inwa 1000.0

Dinner 400.0

Beer 1200.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 26.4

24 January 2011 Bus (Mandalay to Bagan) / Visit of Shwezigon Paya

Hotel (ET Hotel) (2 nights) 12.0 Taxi (Hotel to Mandalay Bus Station) 2000.0

Snacks 1000.0

Bagan Entrance Fee 10.0 Cigarettes 1000.0

Dinner 3300.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 31.0

25 January 2011 Cycling around Bagan

Bike Rent 1500.0

Dinner 3000.0

Lunch+Water 3000.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 9.3

26 January 2011 Day trip to Mount Popa

Pick-up (Mount Popa return) 6000.0

Cigarettes 500.0

Water * 3 900.0

Breakfast 500.0

Snacks 200.0

Lunch 2000.0

Dinner 1500.0

Internet 500.0

Booking: Bus(Bagan to Yangon) 15000.0

Loss (change money at rate 1USD=780Ky) 1500.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 35.3

27 January 2011 Bus from Bagan to Yangon

Hotel (New Heaven Inn) (3 nights) 21.0 Souvenirs 13.0 Internet 900.0

Snacks 1500.0

Internet 700.0

Water 300.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 38.2

28 January 2011 Yangon: rest day

Taxi (Yangon Bus Station to Hotel) 5000.0

Coffee 250.0

Lunch 1800.0

Hotel (Mahabandoola Guesthouse) 7.0 Souvenirs 23.0 Souvenirs 1500.0

Dinner 2200.0

Internet 600.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 44.0

29 January 2011 Yangon: rest day

Internet 2200.0

Breakfast 2.0 Hotel (Mahabandoola Guesthouse) 7.0 Lunch 1500.0

Dinner 1800.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 15.8

30 January 2011 Yangon: rest day

Breakfast 2.0 Lunch 1000.0

Water * 2 600.0

Internet 1500.0

Dinner 700.0

Cigarettes 500.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 7.3

31 January 2011 Yangon > Bangkok

Hotel (Mahabandoola Guesthouse) 7.0 Lunch 1000.0

Internet 500.0

Breakfast 2.0 Taxi (Hotel to Airport) 5.0 Airport Departure Tax 10.0

TOTAL OF THE DAY (USD) 25.9

GRAND TOTAL (USD) 461.9

SPENT BY DAY 23.1

Including:

Souvenirs 35.0

En ce qui concerne Kalaw et en commentaire a ce post : http://voyageforum.com/voyage/birmanie_trek_kalaw_inle_D2909641/ , je confirme moi aussi que j ai eu le droit de me faire accoster par l agence de « Jimmy » (Ever Smile Trekking) des l arrivée en bus, par sa sœur si je me souviens bien. En revanche, elle m’a conduit à l’hôtel Pine Land Innque je recommande vraiment. Bien que le hall de réception soit un peu lugubre, les chambres elles sont très bien : modernes, propres, sdb privée avec douche chaude vraiment chaude. De toutes les chambres en Asie que j’ai eues a 5 dollars la nuit, la meilleure. Donc pour le trek Kalaw -> Inle, j’ai donc cherche par moi-même aux alentours du village et fini par trouver Alex, un très bon guide avec un bon anglais, mais aussi un excellent cuisinier

Voici ses coordonnées : Email : phokyawalex@gmail.com Website : www.kalawtrekking.byethost32.com

Routard14 Veteran ·2011-02-03

🙂bonjour, un beau voyage en backpacker, merci de tous c'est détails , qui vont m'étre trés utiles www.jpaventure.com

routard ou backpacker ok mais pas de voyage a n'importe quel prix

AsianPat Veteran ·2011-02-05

Why in English ?

Pat.

JF JF23 Regular ·2011-02-09

Merci Marco pour ce travail precis Un complement d' infos pratiques a Marco de fev2011

De plus en plus d'hotels, restaurants... demandent a etre paye en dollars, le dollar qui devient une sorte de deuxieme devise du pays. forte inflation pour les hotels de Yangon en en an: Motherland: de 10/12$ devenu 16dollars pour une chambre sans salle de bain, pour deux. White house: de 16/18$ devenu 20dollars pour une chambre avec salle d'eau et un enorme buffet pour le petit dej tjs pour 2 personne.

Change Au Bogyote market, le 8fev2011; 1dollar = 850 a 855Kyat pour les grosses coupures , et 1 euro = 1140Kyat (attention ce marcher est ferme le lundi). Ce meme jour le change internationnal donnait 1euro= 1,3610Dollars sur le site web "currency converter", soit a peu pres la meme chose que le rapport 1140/853 qui vaut 1,3365. Donc si c'est pour acheter des Kyats, inutile de changer au prealable ses euros en dollar, changer directement vos euros (car la commision des banques francaise est supperieure a 2pour cent en general, 2% qui est la difference entre 1,3365 et 1,3610). Mais attention, prevoir environ une petite moitie de son budget en dollar, pour payer les hotels, les entrees, les sites, avions...

Bon voyage en Birmanie

PS Attention l'overstay est devenu illegal le mois dernier.

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MA Marco35 ·2011-02-11

ITINERAIRE: L ítineraire effectue etait le "big 4", cad Yangon > Inle Lake > Mandalay > Bagan > YangonLIEN: Comme il n est pas possible d attacher la feuille Excel a la discussion, vous pouvez la trouver ICIWHY IN ENGLISH?: Ce compte-rendu etait destine a l'origine a des amis non francophones.BILLETS NEUFS: Les billets qui sont surtout a garder en bon etat sont ceux de 50 et 100 USD que vous allez echanger contre des Kyats la-bas. Perso j ai mis ma liasse dans une pochette plastique et je n ai eu aucun probleme.Il y a un bon article la-dessus de WikiTravel: http://wikitravel.org/en/Myanmar#Buy

Check Your Banknotes

USD

You have to bring all the money you intend to spend in Myanmar as cash US$ bills. Only good banknotes are accepted! This cannot be stressed enough. A good number of travellers find themselves in possession of a small fortune in worthless bills (at least, worthless when dealing with Myanmar moneychangers) due to their condition being less than perfect.

Ensure that your dollars:

* Do not have any marks, stamps, anti-counterfeit pen, ink, or any other mark on them at all. Pencil can be removed with a good eraser, but any permanent marks will greatly decrease a bills value and ability to be exchanged. * Are fresh, crisp and as close to brand new as possible. Moneychangers have been known to reject notes just for being creased and/or lightly worn. * Are undamaged. No tears, missing bits, holes, repairs, or anything of that sort. * Are, preferably, the new US Dollar designs, with the larger portrait, and the multiple-colour prints. Although, old-style US$1 are still commonly traded. * If carrying US$100 bills, notes with serial numbers starting "CB" may not be accepted. This is because they are associated with a counterfeit "superbill" which was in circulation some time ago. * US$100 bills give you the best exchange rate. Changing US$50 or US$20 bills gives you a slightly lower rate (10-20 kyat/dollar less)

Filefish Veteran ·2011-02-14

Inutile de changer tous vos euros en dollars avant le depart. On change tres bien l'euro a Yangoon. Prevoir tout de meme quelques dollars pour les guest house qui ne prennent que les dollars. Certaines acceptent egalement les Kyats.

KO Kolm ·2011-02-28

Bonjour, Combien coute le bus pour aller de yangoon à mandalay ? merci

IL Ilivic Veteran ·2011-03-01

Bonjour, Combien coute le bus pour aller de yangoon à mandalay ? merci

shwe mandalar, gare de Yangon, 10 400 ky, départ 16h

Fazen Veteran ·2011-05-21

Why in English ?

Sure, Why in English ?

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MA Marco35 ·2011-05-24

Comme déjà répondu plus haut:WHY IN ENGLISH?: Ce compte-rendu etait destine a l'origine a des amis non francophones.en tant que routards, j'espère que tout le monde comprend les termes de cette feuille, autrement il y a de quoi se faire un peu de soucis quand meme...🤪

Fazen Veteran ·2011-05-26

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FA Falena ·2011-07-18

qui a cité : plus d'overstay en birmanie, je suis tres interressée d'en savoir plus car je pars 34 jours en novembre 2011. j'aimerai donc savoir si je peuxrester les 6 jours qui ne sont pas sur mon visa ??

Filefish Veteran ·2011-07-19

Bonjour, Aux nouvelles de mars 2011, l'overstay n'est plus autorisé sauf sur demande préalable au bureau de l'immigration à Yangoon, mais pour des cas bien précis (affaires officielles, mariage...) demander des précisions au consulat s'ils veulent bien les donner. Ensuite, c'est à vos risques et péril Les tenanciers d'hôtels et guest-house ont reçu le mot d'ordre du gouvernement de ne pas accepter dans leurs établissements des personnes dont le visa est expiré ( visa de 28 jours), s'ils le font, comme d'hab, c'est eux qui risquent de lourds problèmes selon l'humeur des représentants du gouvernement. Les règles changent tellement souvent qu'il serait bon d'avoir les infos par des personnes sur place

FA Falena ·2011-07-19

j'ai téléphoné ce jour a l'ambasse de birmanie a paris et la personne ne m'a pas semblé stressée sur la question, elle m'a dit : a votre arrivée a l'aéroport, renseignez vous , mais en principe c'est possible pas de problème ...... alors ?? Honnetement moi cela me stresse car je ne voudrais pas prendre un billet retour non utilisable car hors délai et devoir recheter un autre billet.. j'attends donc d'autres infos d'autres internautes... merci de votre réponse , j en tiens compte et reste prudente.

Fazen Veteran ·2011-07-20

Prudence est mère de sécurité !

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FA Falena ·2011-07-20

Filefish Veteran ·2011-07-20

Sinon, c'est possible de sortir, aller a Bangkok refaire une demande de visa et y retourner. Mais cela n'est valable que si l'on dispose de beaucoup de temps...ou d'argent pour un A/R Yangoon BKK+ le 2eme visa............... Bons preparatifs!

Fazen Veteran ·2011-07-21

je viens d'avoir une réponse d'une agence de yangon a qui j'avais demandé un devis pour ce voyage. Elle me confirme qu'elle n'a pas le droit de me proposer un circuit individuel de plus de 28 jours et que des touristes en solos ont du abrégés leur sejour birman dès le dépassement de la date impartie. Bon je pense qu'a présent c'est sur, pas plus de 28 jours sur place, tant pis je reviendrai une deuxième fois !!!!

Pour mon 1° voyage au Myanmar (décembre 2012) , je préfére passer par l'agence White lotus en précisant bien que je ne voulais ni guides et des journées de freetime . J'ai prévu 21 jours de ballades en faisant les classiques . Mais en aucun cas le fait de voyager seul a posé de problèmes !

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Cahute ·2011-09-04

bonjour, merci pour les bonnes infos! vous avez fait le trajet Yangon -Kalaw je suis interessée! quelle compagnie? horaires? tarifs? Comment avez vous réservé? mille merci je prépare un voyage du 8 janvier 2012 au 3 février 2012 mode sac à dos pas trop cher.. Cahute.

tout ce qui n'est pas donné est perdu....

MA Marco35 ·2011-10-09

A date de Janvier 2011, le trajet Yangon - Kalaw coutait 11900 Kyatts, soit un peu plus de 10 euros. Nous avions été directement réserver nos tickets à la station de réservation qui se trouve juste à côté de la gare et du stade, 15 mn de marche en partant du centre-ville. Attention il n'y aucune enseigne en anglais, voir photo ci-jointe pour voir à quoi cela ressemble. De cette station c'est un pick-up qui vous emmènera en fait à la vraie station de bus de Yangon (Aung Mingalar Bus Terminal) située pas loin de l'aéroport si je me souviens bien.

Je ne me souviens plus des horaires de départ, tout ce que je sais c'est que tu peux arriver à Kalaw à n'importe quelle heure, pour nous c'était 3h du mat et c'était un peu glauque.

MA Marco35 ·2011-11-11

J'avais oublié la photo

Zantas51 ·2012-01-27

bravo voilà un compte rendu vraiment utile pour les futurs voyageurs. Loin de ces compte-rendus pénibles dont tout le monde se fout et des inévitables questions dont les réponses sont évidentes Le routard aime avant tout avoir une idée des prix et aime bien découvrir sur place merci

Filefish Veteran ·2012-02-04

Bonjour a tous, Aux nouvelles de fevrier 2012: L'overstay est de nouveau autorise en certains cas. Je l'ai vu de mes yeux vu dans un passeport americain. Une fois la duree du visa expiree, il est a nouveau possible d'aller au bureau de l'immigration et regler 3 dollars par jour pour l'overstay. C'est un papier autocollant comme le visa. Il faut seulement faire attention car les hotels sont encore senses surveiller que leur clients ne soient pas en overstay.........🤪

Filefish Veteran ·2012-02-04

Les tarifs des hotels et Guest-house ont quelque peu augmentes vu l'affluence touristique notoire en ce debut d'annee 2012. On trouve bien plus difficilement des hebergements a moins de 15 dollars (il vaut mieux reserver a l'avance) On trouve a 20 dollars et plus en single et 25, 28 voir 30 en double......😕 Sinon pour info Bouteille d'eau 300 Kyats Repas dans la rue : Noodle soup ou Mohinga (traditionnelle soupe de poisson): entre 300 et 500 Kyats au resto (simple, style Shan Noodle) 1300, 1500 pour un plat Bus centre ville/ Swedagon: entre 50 et 100 suivant l'etat... bus centre/ Kab aye pagoda road vers Enya lake: 500 Kyats Taxi pour les memes trajets: 2000/ 2500/3000 Kyats Les fruits au marche ou dans la rue (pour faire fonctionner le petit commerce): banane: 100 kyats la piece mini clementine: 1000 Kyats le kilo Mangue: 1000 Kyats la piece Pasteque: 2000 petite taille, 2500 moyenne, 3000..... lichies: 1000 Kyats la grappe

Une petite idee des tarifs 2012😉

Fazen Veteran ·2012-02-04

Une petite idee des tarifs 2012😉

Bravo pour toutes ces précisions , ne pas oublier le budget pourboire qui à la longue devient un vrai budget !!!

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Filefish Veteran ·2012-02-05

Fazen Veteran ·2012-02-05

Ce budget "pourboire" n'est pas vraiment pour boire.......... bien que dans de nombreux villages les gens n'aient pas encore acces a l'eau potable et les besoins sont si enormes dans ce pays que la generosite occasionne elle aussi un budget non negligeable.......😉😏😄

Lorsque je dis pourboire, il fallait en effet penser plus tôt petit cadeau. On vous aide à porter votre sac , pour les moines , etc ;! mine de rien pas mal de USD , je tenais simplement à le signaler !!

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Remyber Regular ·2012-12-31

Trompette

MA Marco35 ·2013-01-02

Bonsoir Marco. Nous partons, ma femme et moi , à Maynmar du 5/03 au 3/04/2013 Je suis en pleine prépa. du voyage. J'ai lu attentivement ton retour sur les dépenses. Pourrais-tu nous communiquer les coordonnées de l'Hotel PINE LAND INN à Kalaw ? Remerciements

Bonjour Je n'ai pas les coordonnées de cet hôtel...d'autant que je me souviennes, il est sur la "Main Road" , qui est la rue la plus au Nord du village. Il n'y a de toute façon que quelques rues à Kalaw, donc ce n'est pas trop compliqué pour trouver. Le seul inconvénient est que vous pouvez débarquer en pleine nuit avec le bus et vous n'aurez peut-être pas la tête à chercher... Pour moi il s'était arrêté juste devant cet hôtel à 2-3 h du matin.

Bon voyage

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Cyclades Circuit Summer 2026: When to book ferries and is it possible to find affordable accommodation?

Hi there, we’re heading to the Cyclades from June 23 to July 9. We’ll arrive in Santorini and leave from Mykonos. We’re thinking of visiting these islands: Folegandros, Milos, Sifnos, Tinos, and Mykonos. Do you think it’s better to book the ferries now (which site do you recommend for booking?) or can we buy the tickets on the spot? Also, do you have any suggestions for accommodation under 100 €/night on each of these islands? Thanks in advance!

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1234fun last month · Songsam

One-Month Itinerary in September (Amsterdam, Tanzania/Zanzibar, Istanbul) - Budget Optimization

Hi everyone! I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:

Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.

Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:

Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?

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Soph07 last month · Esantirulo

Looking for family-friendly accommodation in Poland: traditional agrotourism, authentic guesthouse

Hi, Are there still basic, traditional, and affordable authentic accommodations in Poland? I’ll be traveling in July with my husband and our 2 kids along the Warsaw-Łódź-Toruń-Gdańsk route, and all I can find online are standardized Ikea-style apartments in the cities. When I look for agrotourism, it’s all luxury farms. Can you find farms in the countryside or city lodgings for under 60 euros per night? And if so, how? Is it possible to find accommodations on the spot without internet—like from people who put up signs—even in July?

Thanks for your reply

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Tigrou83 last month · Mitch341

Cheapest possible accommodation in Paris

Hi everyone

I’m spending a week in Paris and I’m looking to stay somewhere for the fewest euros possible :) Thanks for your help

Tigrou

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Shadowtina last month · Julidel89

Cheap accommodation in Paris?

Hi, I need to stay in Paris or Créteil for 2 nights a week for a month. I know some cheap backpacker options, but I’d like something even cheaper. Do you know of any rooms for rent from private individuals? Thanks

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Scoulems07 last month

Tips for traveling on a budget in Albania?

Hi everyone,

We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.

We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:

* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?

We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.

We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊

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Jadawin50 last month · Bendji

Looking for a car rental agency in Algiers...

Hi there, we’re planning a road trip in northern Algeria at the end of January – early February. Anyone have any tips for a car rental agency that’s both reliable and not too expensive? Thanks in advance!

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Bricole63 last month · Songsam

Route and transportation in northern Peru

Hi there,

I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.

Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.

No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.

We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.

Thanks for your help! Best regards,

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Kaminour 2 months ago

Cost and booking ferry tickets Spain-Morocco

I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing. My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite. What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th? Thanks in advance

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Luke88 2 months ago

Marrakech: Is there a bus between the medina and Guéliz?

Is there a bus between Djema el Fna square and Guéliz? Where do you catch it? Change: at Djema el Fna square or go to Bld Mohamed V? Thanks!

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Globbtrott 2 months ago

Tips for typical accommodations and homestays in Slovenia?

Hi there,

I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...

Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.

Thanks so much! !

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Yosmite 3 months ago · Voyag872

Nice at the end of April: neighborhoods, villages to visit, and transport passes

Hi there, Could you recommend some nice and affordable neighborhoods to book a hotel in for visiting Nice and exploring its surroundings and nearby villages?

I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?

Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?

My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?

Thanks in advance for your help!

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Lecoeurestun 3 months ago

Questions about homestays and buses in Réunion during peak tourist season

hi there

I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?

But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.

What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?

The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪

For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).

If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.

Thanks for your input!

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Azia35 3 months ago

What are the best tips for accommodation, markets, and restaurants in Lisbon?

Hi everyone,

It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉

This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle

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Knicker 4 months ago · Veve75020

Prepping for a North-to-South Africa backpacking trip for 8-9 months

Hey everyone!

I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.

My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.

I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.

🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work

What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.

I’m torn between two approaches:

Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.

Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.

Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?

🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip

Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.

Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.

🎒 My concrete questions

About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?

About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?

About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?

About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?

I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!

I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!

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Amande006 4 months ago · Puma2A

Budget for Tanzania with a safari

Hi there, We’re planning a trip for 2 adults and 2 kids to Tanzania and Zanzibar. I’ve had a quick look, and the prices are starting to get pretty wild. We’ve got a budget of 8,000 €, and I was thinking of doing three or four days of safari and three or four days in Zanzibar, but even that seems like it might be over budget. Have you got any thoughts? I was also considering heading straight to Zanzibar and doing a one- or two-day excursion by plane instead—maybe that’d be cheaper than staying in a lodge. Anyway, thanks for sharing your experiences and any price tips, departing from Nice!

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Jacquesler 5 months ago · Puma2A

Visiting Kenya Without Breaking the Bank

Good evening, As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November. Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle. So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable. The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide. Thanks in advance for all your replies. Jacques

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Rozenns 5 months ago · Pagaljavab

Guest houses in Srinagar

We’ll be in Srinagar for 4 days in mid-May 2026 during our backpacking trip as a couple. Do you have any nice places to recommend, and what about the houseboats on Dal Lake? Should we spend all our nights there, or just one night for practicality when getting around? Thanks, Rozenn

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Gauthierbang 5 months ago

Parking in Florence: Which base to choose?

Hi there, This is my first time traveling to Italy, and I’m planning to go by car. From what I’ve read, parking is tough in cities like Florence. I’m looking for a small town not too far from Florence where I can stay and park my car, then take the train to visit Florence. Any ideas or suggestions? Thanks in advance

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Marsyork 5 months ago

Need advice for accommodation in London

Hi there, it’s been a long time since I last went to London. I’d love to spend a week there in July with my daughter and my niece (both young adults).

Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.

If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!

Thanks,

Marsyork

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Clement15974 6 months ago · Montagnard74

Recommendations for 3 days in Marrakech

Hi everyone! I’m heading to Morocco for a trip in the south, starting with 3 days in Marrakech (from January 8th to 11th, 2026). If you’ve got any tips, cool spots to recommend, I’m all ears! 🎊 And, fellow traveler, if you’d like to share this Marrakech adventure together, I’d love that! Have a great evening

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Isabel75 6 months ago · Androg

Tips for visiting Peru on this itinerary

Hi there, I’m planning a trip to Peru and have estimated how many days I’ll spend in each place. Any advice on must-see sights and tourist traps to avoid? September–October

5 days in Lima

Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)

3 days in Nazca

3 days in Arequipa

3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)

5 days in Cusco

Thanks in advance

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