Mon amie et moi partons faire un programme d'espagnol cet été au Honduras et tant qu'à payer le billet d'avion, nous avons pensé à se garder une semaine pour voyager. J'ai lu plusieurs discussion sur ce forum disant que ce n'est pas aussi dangereux que ça en a l'air, mais c'était presque toujours écrit par des garçons. Quelqu'un sait-il ce qui en est de la sécurité des filles au Honduras? Est-ce qu'on serait mieux de se payer un voyage organisé ou simplement ne pas voyeger?
Je suis quebecoise et vit au Honduras ou j ai construit un hotel a Tela. Je recois beaucoup de femmes qui voyagent seules et aucune ne m a raconte des histoires d horreur.
Les memes regles de securite s appliquent ici comme ailleurs.
Sois sans crainte, ce n est pas si dangereux que le ministere des affaires exterieures canadien veut bien nous faire croire.
Nicole
Merci!!! C'est rassurant! Est-ce qu'il y a des traversiers vers Utila de votre hôtel? Ou est-ce qu'il y a des écoles de plongée Qui sait, on pourrait peut-être aller à vous voir...
Bien contente que tu sois rassuree, la vie est trop courte pour se faire de la bile.
Il n y a pas de traversier direct de Utila a Tela, il te faut faire Utila vers la Ceiba en traversier et La Ceiba vers Tela en autobus.
Pour la plongee ici a Tela, je crois que Ecodimare est equipe pour le faire.
Tu peux les contacter a: www.ecodimaretours.com, en anglais ou en espagnol.
Bon voyage
Nicole
bonjour, j'ai résider en Honduras en 2000-2001 pour 11 mois puis en 2007 pour 4 mois et y suis retourné l'an dernier pour quelques semaines, je connais assez bien le pays et pourrais partager l'une ou l'autre bonne adresse et truc et astuce de backpacker pour le honduras
Je serais bien-sûr très intéressée par des tous les trucs que vous pourez me donner! Suite à nos cours d'espagnols, nous voulons aller faire de la plongée, bien entendu! Connaissez-vous des endroits ou des moyens de se déplacer plus sécuritaires que d'autres? Aussi quel autre "must" y a-t-il à visiter?
Comptez-vous aller directement en Honduras? ou passez-vous par le Guatemala?
Si vous venez directement en Honduras il y a beaucoup de chance que vous veniez directement sur San Pedro sula, la capitale industrielle...Pour avoir vecu la bas c'est pas top, c'est sans aucun doute l'endroit ou vous devez faire le plus attention, jene connnais pas d'endroit pas cher pour rester sur SPS, mais ce que je peux vous donner comme conseil c'est de ne pas rester trop longtemps sur place, éventuellement de profiter des banques principales pour faire du change, visiter le parc centrale, la cathedrale et eventuellement le musé.
Pour tout ce qui est transport vers les autres villes SPS s'est doté récement d'une belle gare des bus ou il est possible de se rendre un peu partout.
a Voir (commencer par la si vous venez du Guate) Copan, des splendide ruines mayas il y a un hotel sympa et pas trop cher en face d'un hotel resto bar tenu par des belges ils sont assez connu en ville, cet hotel est situé pas tres loin de la place de copan (si je retrouve le nom je le posterai mais de mémoires je seche), je sais qu'il existe des chambre moins chers mais certains de mes amis ont eux des mesaventure pas tres sympa (chambre vide a leur retour des visites...) jen trouvais le rapport qualité prix honnete.
Copan n'est accessible rapidement que depuis san pedro donc vous risquez de vous y retrouvez quelques fois toutefois au depart de copan en partant tot vous pouvez aller directement jusque La ceiba, troisième ville du pays et franchement la plus sympa, ville d'ou vous pourrez vous rendre a Utila ou Roatan, pour une question de budget je conseille Utila, mais j'y reviendrai plus bas. A La ceiba il y a un Hotel Amsterdam, vraiment pas cher, situé a 20 pas de la plage (j'ai bien dit 20, mais des vrai pas l'expression) le confort y est moyen mais c'est tres pretique pour y passer juste uen nuit et les bars et restis du coin sont sympa.
Utila, les prix varient suivant le degré de confort souhaité, n'ayant besoin que de lits je vais toujours dormir au mêrme endroit quand on arrive au port de Utila a la sortie du bateau continuer tout droit pendant 500 mètres, et sur votre gauche il y a un petit hotel vraiment pas cher; je vais essayer de trouver le nom car c'est un super plan pour ceux qui sont pas trop compliqué et qui veulent faire des economie (6€ la nuit pour une chambre avec deux lits, toilette et douche (enfin tuyaux avec eau)).
En plus de Utila je te conseille Pico Bonito pas loin de La ceiba et si tu veux t'aventurer un peu plus loin il y a trujillo.
Sinon je te conseille Comayagua l'ancienne capitale, je ne connais pas bien le sud. mais voila pour des premières infos je continuerai a te donner desnque j'aurai rechecker mes photos et mes adresses d'hotel.
Pour ce qui est de copan, il ne devrait pas y avoir de problème puisque j'y logerai pendant 3 semaines. C'est effectivement là que je suivrai mes cours d'espagnol! J'arriverai en effet directement au Honduras par San Pedro Sula, mais à ce qu'il parait, je prend le bus de l'aéroport et il me mène au terminal (probablement celui dont vous m'avez parlé). De là, je peux me rendre à Copan facilement.
J'aurais peut-être une autre question... Combien de temps croyez-vous qu'on peut passer à Utila en ayant toujours quelque chose à faire? (Disons que je ne suis pas du genre à me prélasser des journées entières sur la plage). 4 jours, c'est trop ou pas assez?
Encore un gros merci pour ces précieuses informations!!
Utila 4 jours me semblent bien, c'est le temps que je suis rester la bas l'an dernier même si je me dit toujours que je resterai plus longtemps, a moins que tu ne souhaites faire de la plonger dans ce cas la une semaine est plus conseiller.
Des petits trucs sympa a faire sur l'ile, le parc a Iguane est a visiter, sinon je te conseille de faire une partie de l'ile a pied en partant du centre et te dirigeant a l'est pour arriver jusqu'a l'aéroport sinon ill ya toujours la possibilité de passer un jour ou plus sur une ile deserte (water key, si je ne me trompe pas). un petit endroit sympa pour commencer afire la fete le soir c'est en face du supermarche un Corse tient un petit bar spécialisé en Rhum aromatisé (FYI).
pour ce qui est de la sécurité, en plus des trucs standard (ne pas montre son argent en rue, garder un oeil permanent sur son sac...) je peux te conseiller de ne pas t'aventurer das SPS le soir sans savoir ou tu vas même les locaux ne font pas ca (mais ils sont completement parano et a raison...) et de noter mentalement ou sur papier les numeros de taxi que tu prend, ca ne servira sans doute a rien mais en cas de probleme ca peut s'avérer utile (un sac oublier dans le coffre par exemple).
et tu dois savoir qu'en tant qu'étranger le prix qu'on va te demander sera toujours aux alentour des 50% plus chers que ce que les locaux paient et que tu dois négocier la course avant, descendre le prix de 30% est en général le minimum quand on est etranger...(que de souvenirs et d'engueulade avec les taximans...).
Je suis allé récemment 2 fois au Honduras, en novembre et en mars dernier. On était deux chaque fois et on a rencontré des filles qui voyageaient seules sans problèmes. Je ne connais que l'ouest du Honduras: Copan, La Entrada, Santa Rosa de Copan, Gracias et Nuevo Ocotepeque. Ce pays m'a enchanté et il n'est pas plus dangereux que les autres pays de la région: Guatemala, El Salvador. Autant à Copan, Gracias et Santa Rosa, on se promenait le soir dans la ville et jamais on ne s'est sentis dans l'insécurité Dans les régions de Copan et Gracias, il y a beaucoup à voir, tu ne t'y ennuieras pas, si tu aimes la nature. Et que dire du fabuleux site archéologique de Copan qui vaut vraiment le détour. C'est 5 heures de bus de la Ciudad de Guatemala : il y a la compagnie Hedman Alas ou des shuttles. Les shuttles sont moins chers, mais tu arrives à Copan Ruinas le soir au lieu de l'aprem avec Hedman!! À Copan Ruinas, on s'est logés à la Posada de Bellsy: 16$ pour deux personnes, 2 lits avec sdb + eau chaude + télé + petite piscine. Très bon rapport qualité / prix. Si jamais tu y vas, dis à la proprio, Telma, que c'est moi qui te recommande l'endroit. Prends une chambre à l'étage si possible pour une meilleure vue et ventilation. Les transports en commun sont très bien organisés au Honduras; il y a des bus fréquemment, souvent plus confortables que la moyenne et pour les correspondances, on n'attend pas, c'est hyper rapide. Si tu veux d'autres détails, ne te gênes pas, ça me fera plaisir.
Hi everyone,
I’m planning to travel solo to Oman in December 2025, renting a vehicle that allows me to camp in certain areas. For those who’ve already explored the country this way, could you share your experiences or tips?
I’d also like to visit the Wahiba Desert, but in that area, I’d prefer a guide for driving and, most importantly, not to sleep in those luxury desert-edge camps but rather have a "wild" escape under the stars. Any guide recommendations? Thanks in advance – Clem
Hi there, I’m Brigitte, 66 years old, fairly active and in great shape. I split my time between the Tarn region and Nantes, have a youthful spirit, and am very easy-going. I’m looking for a woman with a similar profile for a road trip in Southeast Asia—half humanitarian work and half free travel. The trip starts in October 2026 in the Philippines on the island of Panay, then moves on to Indonesia and Malaysia. The journey could last up to 4 or 5 months, as I have no fixed schedule. If you’re cool and friendly, feel free to message me. See you soon!
hi there
I’m leaving on October 1st for Rio, which I’ll be exploring over 10 days while staying in Copacabana and Ipanema.
After that, I’m heading to Ilha Grande, Paraty, and finally a flight to Iguaçu.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on Rio. Is it possible to walk around and explore without constantly worrying about getting my phone snatched?
I’m traveling alone and don’t speak Portuguese.
I need GPS to get around.
I love walking and don’t really like taking taxis, which is why I’ve booked two places to stay in Rio to experience different neighborhoods.
But is this doable given the security concerns there?!
In short, can you travel peacefully?
Thanks for your feedback if you’ve been to Rio!
Best,
I’m traveling solo to Armenia in mid-September for three weeks, and I’ll be using public transport. I have a few questions:
- Does Yandex work everywhere, even in villages?
I’m looking for:
- Nice guesthouse addresses in the north (national park) and the south, including the village of Ararat,
and a simple but clean hotel in Yerevan that’s convenient for getting to the bus stations later.
- Any great tips or advice you can share.
Actually, I’m a bit worried I’ll be stuck only visiting tourist sites without a car. What do you think?
Thanks for your help
I’m arriving in Tana on 9/10/26 as a solo female traveler.
Which hotel in Tana is good for the first night since I’ll get in at 10 PM?
What’s worth seeing around Tana?
I’m planning 2 nights in Tana,
then 2 nights in Andasibe? After that, Lake Itasy.
Any suggestions? Thanks
I contacted several agencies in Madagascar to arrange this 4x4 trip along the coast.
Always the same answer: a tailor-made trip with at least 2 participants.
Since I don’t want to travel alone and a friend isn’t available, I’m looking for a woman to share this trip with the agency Mahay Mada, which offers a 12-day, 11-night tour of southern Madagascar. I’m available from August 23 to September 14.
Thanks for your direct response at 0784659791. See you soon, Mireille
I’d love to settle around Da Nang for about a month and explore the surrounding areas in Vietnam.
I’ve already been to this country and don’t feel like rushing around every day like I used to a few years ago.
I’d really like to find some company to stay for at least a month, and then maybe spend a month in Cambodia...
Given that I’m now 76, I don’t want to run around like I used to, trying to see everything...
I enjoy calm people... Those who love life and with whom I can share a beer... And meet people to create a great atmosphere—la dolce vita....
Hi everyone,
I’m a 67-year-old woman who loves to travel, and for my third solo trip, I’ve decided to explore Indonesia.
I’ll be there from September 1st to October 5th, and I’m really struggling to plan my itinerary.
I’d love any advice you can share—I’ll read it all carefully.
So far, I’ve booked my first two nights with a local host in Jakarta, and then I’m heading to Borobudur. That’s all I’ve got planned for now.
Do you think I should book accommodations and transport tickets in advance? It seems really complicated, or could I just decide day by day based on how I feel?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a solo trip to Mongolia this summer, without an agency. However, I’d like to have a guide accompany me for certain parts of my journey.
From my research, I understand that most "activities," accommodations, and transportation are best arranged day by day, depending on opportunities and encounters. Without an agency, everything is organized on the spot.
I’d love to hear more opinions on this, especially regarding the Orkhon Valley.
Here’s the itinerary I’m planning:
* UB -> Mörön (flight) -> Khatgal (local buses)
A few days at Lake Khövsgöl
* Khatgal -> Mörön -> Jargalant -> Tariat (local buses)
A few days at the White Lakes
* White Lakes -> Tsetserleg -> Kharkhorin (4x4 with driver)
A few days in the Orkhon Valley
+ the Eight Lakes (horseback trekking with a guide)
* Return to UB
From what I’ve gathered, the first part should be fairly straightforward, but I have questions about the Orkhon Valley.
Here are my questions:
-> Tsetserleg to Kharkhorin route:
Have any of you made this trip by booking a driver on the spot when arriving in Tsetserleg? Was it easy to find an available driver? And did you find it easy/difficult/impossible to find other travelers to share the ride with? Ideally, I’d like to share this leg with fellow travelers.
-> The Eight Lakes: Could you share your experience with the Eight Lakes? Did you easily find a guide directly on site? Were you able to share this experience with other travelers?
Last question for women who’ve traveled solo in Mongolia:
-> How did you experience it? Do you have any specific tips or recommendations?
I’m considering a road trip (rental car) to explore the Canadian Rockies in September 2026, starting in Calgary and ending with about 10 days in Vancouver and the surrounding area. (Two weeks in the Rockies and a little under two weeks in Vancouver and nearby.)
I’d like to say that being a woman traveling alone doesn’t really bother me. That’s not the issue. Being a woman is just how it is, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, but traveling solo is something I could fix by finding travel companions. However, I had a not-so-great experience in India with two girls who were total strangers at first and turned out to be quite annoying, so I’m a bit put off by the idea now.
My question is simple, assuming I do this trip alone: is it worth sticking *only* to driving? I have **zero** sense of direction—with a map, I’m hopeless. So, is it realistic to think, "With my GPS, I’ll just drive from Calgary to Vancouver and see what I see," since I don’t see myself hiking alone? I’m not easily scared, but I wouldn’t feel confident doing that solo. Unless all the sightseeing is done with a guide (but then, hello, the cost—my budget isn’t exactly overflowing).
What do you all think?
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Take care and happy travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
After a week of sports south of Bergen, I’m not sure what to visit during the following week between Bergen and Oslo.
I haven’t planned to rent a car.
I’d love your suggestions. Thanks
Hi everyone, I’m really keen to visit Iran for three weeks in mid-March 2015.
What worries me a bit isn’t so much traveling alone—I’m used to it and know the Middle East well—but rather the current events (Islamic State) that could potentially become dangerous.
Flights are pretty cheap at the moment, and I’d like to book before prices go up.
Any advice from people who know the ground situation and Iranian current affairs better than I do would be much appreciated! :)
Hi there! I’m in the middle of planning my first solo trip (as a woman). Do you have any ideal destinations with activities like hiking, diving, sightseeing, and easy ways to meet locals—all on a small budget?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s had this experience before! :)
Hi there,
Who could recommend a reliable agency for visiting several islands, including the parks around Komodo? I’m traveling solo as a woman.
Thanks for your great tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m often in transit in Tokyo and I stay at the hotel because Japanese people speak little English and the signs are almost always in Japanese!
Any ideas for getting from Narita to a nice park or an onsen? I wanted to try Hokkaido, but apart from renting a car, it’s all trains! Any suggestions for a car with a driver? Or is it too expensive? Small group tours in Hokkaido? I read about the Explorator group’s offer—way too expensive!!!
I’ve got a maximum of 8 days. I’d just like a nice Japanese break.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
my friend, with whom I traveled to Iran, Myanmar, and India, really wanted to take a one-month trip to Armenia and Georgia. So we booked our flights (June 21 to July 19), but disaster struck—she can’t travel anymore due to serious family reasons.
Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think?
* Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations?
* I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia.
* I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary:
YEREVAN and surroundings
YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank
GORIS and TATEV
LAKE SEVAN
DILIJAN
HAGHPAT
TBILISI and surroundings
The CAUCASUS toward Mestia
UPLISTSIKHE
VARDZIA
Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks