Suite: nous sommes des retraités camping-caristes et nous rechechons des suggestions pour passer une partie de l'hivers en camping-car le plus agrablement possible, loin des frimas.
Point n'est besoin d'espérer pour entreprendre ni de réussir pour persévérer
Alors là !!! vas au sénégal, chaleur assurée, la casamance est un coin où sont la plupart des catholiques du sénégal!...ce qui veut quand même dire que les gens sont très accueillants et le paysage assez riche de verdure!...je ne saurais trop te conseiller le Cap Skiring, il y a un club méditérannée et sur sa gauche, une très belle plage, et en se renseignant à Ziginchor, il y a je crois possibilité de trouver (voir à l'hôtel)des Européens qui pourraient louer un bungalow, c'est un havre de paix et la baignade très sécurisée par le fait que cette plage forme une petite anse en retrait et bien protégée des assauts des marées!!!...en continuant le long de la côte, on peut accéder à Banjul en Gambie anglaise où l'on a droit à des monumentales parties de Homards ou langouste grillés de plus en remontant vers l'ouest, on retrouve le sénégal pour revenir sur Dakar!...il y a pas mal de situations caucasses lors des traversées au moyen des bacs, partie de folklore local assurée!!!...côté coût, c'est vraiment donné par raport à la valeur de l'Euro!!! allez réfléchissez et lancez-vous Byebye !!!
O.K !!! Excuses! je n'avais pas vu que c'était en C.C !!!... alors là je ne penses pas que cela soit une bonne idée car tout de même le sénégal est loin et cela coûte pour s'y rendre!...en plus sur le plan des routes de la Casamance, de Zigjinchor au Cap Skyring, c'est de la piste avec pas mal de "tôle ondulée" mais pourtant, que c'est une belle aventure!!!...alors il te reste Taroudant et sa région; en outre très faisable et abstraction faite des intempéries de ces derniers jours, dans quelques jours il se peut que le soleil soit bon à prendre de ce côté là de plus à la noël tu pourrais rencontrer la famille Chirac...mais revenons à nos moutons!...le contact humain là bàs est très surprenant de gentillesse et d'abnégation! la région immédiate est intéréssante cela peut être un bon choix toutefois il faut axer son séjour plutôt vers l'oriental, il fait plus doux que sur la côte!!!...le circuit Taroudant-Tafraout est un havre de paix il y fait bon vivre et les sites sont uniques! de cette région enfin, c'est de là que viennent la majorité des commerçants de la rue "barbès" à Paris, donc très francophone!!! Alors à toi de voir !!! je souhaites t'avoir convaincu??? Byebye!
Bien!!! la dernière fois que j'y suis allé se situe dans les années 73, en novembre exactement! j'ai eu le privilège de participer à une fête chez la Reine Sibeth à Oussouille, j'en ai ramenées des prises de vue rares, juste avant le décès de cette dernière!...ensuite j'ai dû parlementer avec les forces armées Sénégalaises pour continuer mon périple jusqu'au Cap, il y avait animosité avec la Guinée Bissao à l'époque !... véritablement nous ne savions pas du tout comment les choses prendraient tournure aussi nous avons continués sans problème majeur! au milieu des nids de mitrailleuses mais bon...j(ai quand même une anecdote à conter : en arrivant au Cap, nous nous sommes baignés après avoir garée la voiture au parking qui se trouve en haut des bungalows de la plage soit à gauche du club "med"! à notre retour au véhicule, nous avons lié conversation avec des gens qui apparemment quittaient le site et chargeaient leur voiture! Ils nous ont appris qu'ils étaient Européens de Zig et en contrebas il y avait un monsieur qui boitait et là notre interlocuteur nous le citait comme étant monsieur Don... le directeur des eaux et forêts de Zig........et que son cabanon lui appartenait...c'était donc un dimanche soir et tous les pieds noirs de Zig.....rejoignaient leurs domicile après un W.E passé à la plage! A la tombée de la nuit, cherchant un endroit pour camper, nous nous sommes dirigés vers le cabanon de ce Mr. Don.....et sur une belle terrasse équipée d'une belle table, avons déballé notre repas et pris celui-ci lorsque un grand gaillard de deux mètres au moins nous abordat l'air très menaçant se présentant comme étant le gardien du lieu!...tout de suite je me suis souvenu du nom du propriètaire et lui disant que c'était lui qui nous avait invité, il prit un tout autre air et avec beaucoup de salamaleks nous fis profiter de l'hospitalité de Monsieur Don.....à notre très intéréssante satisfaction!!! moment inoubliable pour nous mais aussi pour notre brave serviteur occasionnel car la semaine après, je ne doutes point que la réaction de Mr. Don....ne lui soit pas restée en travers de la gorge?...Voilà! je gardes précieusement ce souvenir et mille excuses à Monsieur Don....pour cette indélicatesse!!! Amicalement!
L'argentine! J'y suis allé deux fois en avril (la fin de l'été): 25-30ºC . C'est très agréable et une fois payé le vol (900 euros aprox.) les prix sont nettement inférieures aux européans. La bouffe est sublime et les gents très sympa.
vous pouvez voir le sud à l'autre bout d'équateur, il fait chaud là c'est garanti... mais sérieusement ça commence à chauffer en fin mars et avril au maroc🙂
des conseils sur la Casamance qui datent de 1973 !! je crois rêver ... alors que le monde (et l'Afrique) changent a vitesse grand V !! en 12 mois d'absence à Ziguinchor, j'ai trouvé du changement en Casamance... alors en 36 ans... soyez sérieux, vous qui postez sur des forums de voyages...
sinon les forums de voyages disparaitront... faute d'être fiables... 😎
Bonsoir les amoureux de la Casamance,
Merci Bouhart de cette relation. Moi carrément, je ne crois pas rêver, je rêve ...
Et pour ne pas faire faire de cauchemars à Seneleg, je le dispenserai de mes souvenirs de Casamance qui datent de ... 1965 !
Bon voyage à tous.
mon pauvre ! je pense que tu n a pas compris le sens de mon coup de coeur !!!je sais bien que le monde change et mëme très vite et nous aussi bien sûr !!! je voulais faire passer mon engouement pour cette région qui j espère n a pas changée et si toi tu devais changer avec. il serait souhaitable que ce soit en mieux !!!! Ciao !
Hi,
We're leaving on June 19th for an 8-day road trip in South Iceland. I've heard that even in summer, it's cold and the weather can change several times a day. Should we mainly pack winter gear, like a K-Way, fleece, down jacket, beanie, etc.?
We’d love to visit Georgetown and the beautiful beaches of Langkawi from mid-September to early October, but we’re worried it’ll be a real steam bath 🥵
Thanks to anyone who can share their experience!
Mitisi
For those who’ve experienced it, what’s the weather like in Shanghai at the end of December?
I’ve heard it’s cold, but coming from France, is the winter milder than in Lyon, for example?
I’m tempted to spend the Christmas holidays in Shanghai and the surrounding areas (Nanjing, Suzhou) with my family—kids are 11 and 2. It’d be a bummer if the little one catches a cold over there.
Generally, is this a good time for simple family visits to the main spots, restaurants in the city, indoor heating, and outdoor walks?
Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip to Mauritius—anyone have advice on when to go? I’m thinking April, May, or June for my stay. Which month would you recommend for the best beach weather, sunbathing, and exploring the island? Thanks!
Hi,
we’re planning to travel through Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) in February and March 2027.
From a seasonal and weather perspective, at that time of year and with hiking as our main activity, is it better to explore Patagonia from south to north or the other way around?
Thanks in advance.
Anne Marie
I’ve planned a three-week itinerary for this summer, from August 9 to 27, in Sri Lanka:
Negombo – 1 night
Sigiriya and the Cultural Triangle – 4 nights
Kandy – 2 nights
Ella – 3 nights
Tangalle – 6 nights
Colombo Airport – 1 night
I know this isn’t the ideal time for the south since the beach conditions aren’t great, but we’ve booked a hotel with a pool and won’t be swimming in the sea. We want to relax after all the travel since we’re bringing our two kids, aged 6 and 8.
I know the east would be better, but (i) I’m struggling to find suitable accommodation, and (ii) it adds a lot of travel time, and my kids can only handle about 3 hours at a stretch.
I looked into Arugam Bay, but it’s a 7-hour trip back to Colombo from there.
I’ve checked every weather site imaginable, but they don’t all agree. Do you think we’ll spend our whole trip in the rain, or is the monsoon in the south mostly limited to the sea, as I’ve read?
I’m worried about ending up in the middle of a natural disaster with my two young kids, given recent events.
hi
After reading quite a few posts and buying a guidebook, I’m still struggling to finalize my suitcase.
Given that we’ll be visiting both islands during our road trip and suitcases aren’t exactly expandable,
I’ve noted that temperatures can be changeable—but should I pack more winter clothes than summer ones?
Thanks for your help
We’ve decided to go to Skopelos for 2 weeks at the end of April. What kind of weather should we expect? Any special things to know about this remote island?
Thanks for your tips
Hi there. On my itinerary from São Luís to Jericoacoara, I’ll be passing through the Lençóis. Is there any point stopping there this time of year? Apparently, the lagoons are dry, but aside from the lagoons, is the surrounding landscape still interesting enough to warrant a 1- or 2-day stop? Thanks in advance for your help.
Hi,
We’ve booked our flight tickets and we’re leaving from October 29th to November 13th for Mauritius.
I just reserved our accommodation in Cap Malheureux.
We’re used to hot and especially very sunny destinations like Oman, Jordan, Uzbekistan...
If you can reassure me about the period—can we expect sunny weather? I’m really dreaming of discovering Le Morne Brabant under beautiful sunshine...
Thanks
Hi everyone,
I need to go to Sri Lanka at the end of January.
I’ve seen that many roads, hotels, and parks were closed after the cyclone, which unfortunately caused a lot of damage.
Does anyone have more information?
Would it be wiser to postpone our trip?
Thanks, Alain.
Hi,
I’m planning a trip to Oman, probably the first half of February to avoid the extreme heat and Ramadan.
But after checking various weather sites and reading accounts, I’m a bit worried about rain, which can apparently be frequent and heavy in February. I’d love to hear from travelers or locals who’ve been there recently.
What would be the ideal month to explore Oman without extreme heat or rain? November?
Also, it’s best to avoid visiting the wadis on weekends—does that mean Saturday and Sunday?
This year, 2026, I can only get away in April and May. I never travel during these months usually, and from what I know, they aren’t the best for India. But in such a big country, there are always spots that are better than others weather-wise.
Which region would you recommend?
Given that I’ve already traveled quite a bit in this country, and in any case, I’ll be discovering places I don’t know yet. No need for a major tourist hotspot or luxury comfort.
Hi everyone,
We’d love to return to India next year for 3 weeks (we visited Rajasthan about fifteen years ago). Unfortunately, we’re tied to traveling in September, and our initial plan was to explore Himachal Pradesh. However, it seems like that might not be the best month for this region.
Could you share your experiences from that time of year in Shimla, Manali, Dharamsala, or even the Spiti Valley—in short, anywhere in Himachal Pradesh? Otherwise, which region of India would you recommend for a September trip?
Thanks so much!
Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip from mid-January to the end of February but I just can’t make up my mind 😕
I’ve looked into a few different options: Brazil, Cambodia, and Ecuador. The last one really appeals to me, but what’s making me hesitate is the risk of our trip being a bit too rainy (literally ),
We’re more drawn to the Andes, exploring colonial cities, typical villages, markets, and a bit of the coast. We’ve already gotten a taste of this in Bolivia, Colombia, and Chile. Plus, we’d love to do part of it by car since we’re used to driving at our own pace and stopping whenever we feel like it. Anyway, time’s running out, and I need to decide so I can finalize a route and book the tickets!!
Can anyone help me make up my mind or decide to postpone it for later? But for this year, I don’t have any other time slot to travel. Thanks for reading this far! !
I’ve planned a trip to Asia for the first half of November.
I’ll arrive in Singapore at the start of November for about 3 days, and I’ll leave from Bangkok in mid-November.
In between, I’d like to gradually head north to visit some less touristy islands on the Thai coast.
Since the weather is a big risk during this period, I’d love to hear your recommendations.
I’m looking for: sunshine, snorkeling, beaches, nature / jungle in places that are easily accessible without too much transport to make the most of my trip.
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to Chile this coming August and would love to head down to Chiloé. We’ve heard that as we go further south at this time of year, the weather gets pretty rough.
What’s the weather like in Chiloé in late August/early September? What activities can we do? And which ones become really tricky because of the weather?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Marie
So great to be back on this forum after being away for—I don’t even know what!
I’m planning a trip to Malaysia in July with my 5-year-old son. The thing is, I’m not sure which coast to choose. AI keeps telling me east one minute and west the next. Which spot is least affected by rain during this time?
Hey everyone! 🙂
Just giving you the quick context: A group of friends and I are planning a trip to South Korea (Seoul/Busan) at the end of June/July next year. It falls right in the middle of the monsoon season, but we don’t really have other availability options.😕
I’d love to hear from people who’ve visited the country and these cities during this period—basically, is it not as bad as it sounds, or should we just cancel our tickets (we don’t mind the heat, it’s mostly the rain that scares us).
I know there are plenty of indoor activities, but do you think we’ll still manage to get a few sunny days, or will it be torrential rain for our entire 2-week trip?
The only other country we’ve visited during the rainy season is Brazil (in the northeast) around the same time, and honestly, aside from a few really annoying downpours, we had sunshine most of the time and it was awesome. That said, the climate is totally different, so I’m not sure how relevant the comparison is.
Thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to read or reply to this post! 🙂
Hi everyone.
Not sure if guidebooks, agencies, and other tour operators are keeping up by changing their visiting hours and offerings.
Personally, I see a promising opportunity here—jumping on this adaptation to extreme climates before others do, since they’re inevitably coming.
From my own travel experience, I’ve met a few guides so far who are starting to adjust, like in Egypt, Kenya, Senegal, and elsewhere.
They avoid crowds and the hottest hours by starting their tours around 6–7 AM, when it’s cooler.
Yeah, you’ve gotta wake up early, but the payoff is so worth it. 😴
If you’ve got any great tips like this, why not discuss them in this thread and share addresses or websites where the people in charge have realized climate change is real and are adapting? 😊
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Namibia in 2026.
I’m torn between visiting the Fish River Canyon and the Caprivi Strip / Victoria Falls.
I’d also love your advice on the best time to travel for wildlife viewing and pleasant weather.
I haven’t chosen a tour operator yet... since I’m traveling solo, I’d prefer a small-group escorted trip. Has anyone traveled with a local agency and what’s your feedback or advice?
Thanks so much!
I’m taking a month-long trip to northern Argentina throughout September. Buenos Aires, Iguazu, Salta, Humahuaca, Cafayate, and if time allows, La Rioja. I’m unsure about what clothes to pack. What are the temperatures like in September?
Thanks for your great tips!
Dominerja
hi
It seems that in recent years, January and February in Bohol have seen an increase in rainy periods. Have any of you noticed this?
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hello, We’re heading to Finnish Lapland near Rovaniemi as a family at the end of February with two kids (8 and 14 years old). We’ve got direct flights with Luxairstours. The itinerary is already set, but I’m wondering if anyone has traveled with Luxair before and knows exactly what kind of clothes they provide on the second day? The agency just told me it’s a heavy-duty cold-weather suit. I’m thinking we should get Sorel Caribou boots, maybe second-hand. Here’s what I’ve already planned:
- Thermolactyl leggings and tights from Damart for the whole family as a base layer.
- A first layer of Damart socks + Nordic Stocks socks in 70% merino wool for all four of us.
- Loose fleece layers, including some Polartec.
- Ski pants for hikes.
- For my son and me, a The North Face Himalayan down parka with a hood.
- A ski parka for my husband and my 14-year-old daughter (she *really* wants a Roxy one—I hope it’ll be warm enough).
- For myself, for the flight and the first day at Santa’s village, I’ve packed The North Face winter hiking pants, a long-sleeve merino wool top from Decathlon (thin), a fleece, and my big parka.
I’m wondering if I should just pack fleece joggers or sweatpants for the kids and my husband, at least for the first and last days, to be comfortable on the plane?
I’m also planning to buy balaclavas and neck warmers in addition to our beanies, as well as mittens for all of us. I really need advice because I have no idea—I’ve never been skiing! Also, for a 4-night, 5-day trip, should I pack a second set of base layers, like from Odlo?
Of course, I’ll be leaving cotton clothes out of the suitcase.
As you can tell, I’m someone who gets cold easily—especially my feet, hands, and ears—so that’s my biggest worry. I *don’t* want to be cold, even at -20°C during dog sledding, snowmobiling, or aurora hunting when we might be standing still. We won’t be in the city, and the kids will likely spend most of their time outside, as they usually do.
Hi there!
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Greenland in early August.
Could anyone tell me what kind of weather and temperatures to expect?
I’ve heard there are mosquitoes—is that true?
Thanks!😊
Sunny destinations in October???
Not too much rain.
Martinique, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Mauritius, Cape Verde, or somewhere else?????
Any tips? Thanks for your help
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