Nous voulons aller à Barcelone mais je suis très sensible à la pollution et il paraît qu'il y en a beaucoup dans cette ville? Est-ce que quelqu'un parmi ceux qui sont allés récemment peut me renseigner à ce sujet?
Bonjour, cela dépend de la période de l'année, en général la pollution est plus marquée en été car il peut faire très chaud et sans vent la pollution reste sur la ville, mais le reste de l'année on ne ressent rien de plus que dans les autres grandes villes.
je ne veux pas être pessimiste , mais barcelone étant 1 grande ville, les risques de pollution sont + important que d'aller sur Cadaqués ( costa brava).
de plus donner des prévisions pour mi-2013 , serait totalement faux. alors ce sera le pile ou face , mais avec la récession qu'il y aura en Catalogne et dans le reste de l'espagne, il y aura moins de monde dans les rues (voitures), quand au usines il y a longtemps quelles ont désertées les lieux visités par les touristes.
Bonjour, au printemps le climat est très bon d'habitude, pas trop chaud, et un peu de brise de mer pour aérer la ville, mais vous prévoyez longtemps a l'avance, en 2013 qui sait ce qu'il se passera en Europe.
Si je pause cette question c'est parce que nous avons vue sur internet plusieurs site qui parlait des problèmes de pollution à Barcelone alors je m'adresse aux personnes qui connaisse bien cette ville.
Évidemment, 2013 est encore loin mais comme nous partons pour un long voyage en europe, notre Agent nous demande de nous renseigner à l'avance.
non Barcelone n'est pas plus polluée que les autre grandes villes européennes. il faut pas sniffer le pot d'échappement de la voiture qui est devant vous, c'est tout.
je ne connais pas bien Barcelone, en termes de polluants, par contre il faut faire attention , comme partout, a la petite délinquence dans les lieux ou les touristes vont en troupeau.
Chacun a une sensibilité différente, mais pour info j'ai de l'asthme à Paris tous les été à cause de la polution. J'ai aussi eu beaucoup de mal sur le Pont de Brooklyn pour le même problème.
A Barcelone, que se soit en juin ou juillet (pourtant il faisait chaud) je n'ai pas eu de problème.
Enfin si, une fois, du côté du Passeig des Gracia, la route est large et il y a pas mal de voitures.
Le reste du temps, aucun problème.
personnellement, j'habite sur la côte, donc peu de pollution, mais il serait dommage de ne pas aller a barcelone parce que peut-être il y aura 1 soupcon de pollution atmosphérique. tentez le coup, si vraiment ce jour là la gorge vous racle continuez votre route, venez me voir a Banyuls.
Une grande partie de la pollution est causée par les avions dans lesquels vous faites votre tourisme.
Et le tien de tourisme, tu le fais comment ?
Tu prépares un séjour en Amérique du Sud, non ?
Tu compte y aller à pieds ?
J'imagine que ta récente prise de conscience écologique t'a fait renoncer à aller participer à la destruction de l'écosystème aux galapagos (avion, speed boat)...
He he, votre réplique était prévisible, c'est de bonne guerre.
Oui il m'arrive aussi de prendre l'avion.
Toutefois je suis parmi les rares qui sont vraiment conscients et préoccupés de l'énorme pollution causée par les avions.
Surtout quand il s'agit de touristes qui veulent vivre "deux semaines de rêve" (oui, incluant moi-même).
Et je suis parmi les plus rares encore qui militent pour l'imposition d'un ticket modérateur au tourisme impliquant l'avion.
J'ai un ami qui énormément voyagé, il refuse d'admettre ce problème. C'est assez fort, comme négation. C'est comme les industries qui nient l'effet de serre, pour protéger leur Q.
Tu es donc un polleur, mais conscient et préoccupé
Oui, être conscient, c'est déjà différent du pollueur qui s'en fout; la différence est que je milite pour un changement, même si ce changement brimait ma liberté et mon plaisir égoïste.
Ce changement serait de limiter le tourisme par avion car c'est une "pollution de luxe" tout à fait évitable.
Exactement comme dans certaines grandes villes où la loi limite la circulation automobile.
Je ne vois pas au nom de quel principe on serait contre.
On me répondra: "pour la liberté", or la "liberté" doit être encadrée, car trop d'humains sont inconscients et irresponsables.
loin de moi l'idée de défendre les voyages en avion , par philosophie , je ne voyage qu'en voiture ; ça pollue aussi , dont acte. Mais je commencerai à culpabiliser le jour où le transport de marchandise ne se fera plus par camion , sauf du point de fabrication à la gare la plus proche et de la gare la plus proche au point de livraison
On a tous d'excellentes raisons de ne pas modifier nos comportements, et je n'y échappe pas.
Mon propos n'était pas de condamner le transport aérien, que j'emprunte aussi pour faire du tourisme, mais juste de relever le défaut de cohérence que quelqu'un qui poste dans les discussions des messages culpabilisants à l'attention des autres, mais n'en a cure pour lui-même...
le défaut de cohérence que quelqu'un qui poste dans les discussions des messages culpabilisants à l'attention des autres, mais n'en a cure pour lui-même
C'est parce que tu m'as mal compris: je prône une limitation pour tout le monde incluant moi.
Comme la bourse du carbone peut-être: chaque personne pourrait parcourir X nombre de km par année; et/ou jeter X nombre de tonnes de gaz dans la biosphère.
Ça donnerait une autre perspective à nos "voyages de rêve".
Tu imagines en effet la discussion autour d'un café: "Ouais cette année j'ai jeté 10 tonnes de Co2 dans la nature pour aller à la plage et voir la Muraille de Chine, et toi?"
Je pense qu'on va devoir arriver à une limitation, comme on le fait déjà avec les automobiles.
Et comme les autos, quel sera notre choix avec l'avion: bien-être collectif ou plaisir individuel?
Chacun a une sensibilité différente, mais pour info j'ai de l'asthme à Paris tous les été à cause de la polution. J'ai aussi eu beaucoup de mal sur le Pont de Brooklyn pour le même problème.
A Barcelone, que se soit en juin ou juillet (pourtant il faisait chaud) je n'ai pas eu de problème.
Enfin si, une fois, du côté du Passeig des Gracia, la route est large et il y a pas mal de voitures.
Le reste du temps, aucun problème.
Mais ce n'est que mon expérience.
La discussion ayant un peu déviée, je reviens sur la question principale à l'origine de ce topic. Entièrement d'accord avec tout ce qui a été dit dans le post cité ci-dessus : je suis moi aussi assez sensible à la pollution, et Paris ou New York sont bien pires que Barcelone en ce qui me concerne (quand je vais à Paris l'été, je passe rarement plus d'une journée sans avoir les yeux qui piquent, ça ne m'est jamais arrivée à Barcelone jusqu'ici pendant la période estivale). Bon c'est vrai que c'est très subjectif, mais a priori, ce serait dommage quand-même de manquer Barcelone.
Bonjour je pars bientôt en Italie et je voulais savoir s'il y avais des frais pris par les banques Italiennes quand on retire au DAB des especes, ou si comme en espagne ou grece vaut mieux eviter de tirer de l'argent et emmener de l'espece. dans l'attente de vos reponses ...Merci
We’re planning a short trip at the end of July to explore the legendary mountains and valleys of the Bernese Oberland: round trip from Nancy (Swiss highway vignette planned), 2 nights in a room with a small kitchen in Adelboden, then 2 nights in a hotel at the Gletscherblick in Grindelwald, both with half-board included.
Could you share some tips on the best road routes to take, as well as some walking hikes (we’re not as fit as we used to be, so nothing longer than 2-3 hours)? Maybe also 1 or 2 cable car rides—I was thinking of Oeschinensee Lake above Kandersteg and the First gondola above Grindelwald for better panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau... all while keeping it doable with our schedule. We’ve ruled out the "premium" trip up to the Jungfraujoch for this time.
I’m also guessing that paying to access Wengen or Mürren only makes sense if we’re staying there for a few days, right?
- Is the road through the narrow valley of the White Lütschine toward Lauterbrunnen and beyond still worth it in terms of views and scenery?
On the way back, if we have a little time to explore Bern’s historic old town, what’s the best parking plan for a 1- or 2-hour stop?
Thanks in advance for your advice, fellow travelers familiar with this beautiful region! 😉
Bonjour, avec mon mari nous envisageons de partir en Islande mi octobre 2026.
Auriez-vous un conseil sur les lieux à privilégier pour un premier voyage sur cette destination ? Merci
Voyage fabuleux en Mai 2026 : paysages fantastiques, ambiance si différente de nos autres périples , merveilleux souvenirs, mais….
- la découverte de la population : très peu d’Islandais « native »,
et, une discrétion exceptionnelle des services de police qui ont brillé par leur absence dans le véhicule blanc arrêté au bord de la route et qui nous a flashés à la mi-Mai …
A ce jour , seule notre requête auprès du loueur de véhicule nous permet d’ être au courant d’un message « speeding ticket » .Nous ne connaissons toujours pas, plus d’un mois après , « la gravité « de l’infraction, ni le montant de l’amende qui nous sera « infligée »
Voilà, voilà, un retour d’expérience administrative islandaise…
I’ve found some great deals on flights to two destinations: Menorca in the Balearic Islands and Alghero in Sardinia.
The flights would take us from Bordeaux to Menorca on the evening of 9/07 and return to Bordeaux in the evening on 13/07.
Or to Alghero very early on 10/07 (departure at 6 AM) and return in the mid-afternoon on 13/07.
We love beautiful landscapes, the sea, snorkeling, walks (hiking), and the charm of villages.
We want to spend some quality time as a couple without our kids and mix discovery with relaxation.
I can’t make up my mind. The transport costs are roughly the same when you factor in parking for Sardinia since the early departure means no public transport from home.
We’ve never been to Menorca, Sardinia, or Italy at all. I’ve been to Majorca, though.
Menorca would be 4 nights and 4 days, while Alghero would be 3 nights and 2.5 days.
Also, what itinerary would you recommend for Alghero and Menorca?
Where to stay?
Thank you so much for your insightful traveler tips.
Hi,
I’ll be in Barcelona at the end of October.
I can choose to be there over the weekend or during the week. Probably 4 nights.
Is there a big difference in terms of crowds in the city and in the museums?
Little or no difference would simplify my itinerary on the way.
Hi there,
I’ll be in Rome from April 1st to 13th, 2026—it’s coming up fast!
I’ve been searching online for tickets to visit the Borghese Gallery, but either there’s no availability or the tickets offered are ridiculously expensive.
Could someone guide me to a website where I can book 2 skip-the-line tickets (I’ve heard you have to reserve in advance online)?
Hi everyone,
I rented a car through Klaus Wagen, picking it up in downtown Porto and returning it in downtown Lisbon.
After paying, I read some pretty negative reviews about them.
So, can anyone reassure me with positive experiences they’ve had with them?
Thanks in advance!
Hello, VoyageForum friends, and happy holidays!
I’m planning a trip with my 19-year-old grandson to Milan for Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in 2025.
I’d love your insights on what we can visit in Milan that would interest both my grandson and me (I’m 75). Of course, I’m thinking of the must-sees, but not just those—cozy little restaurants, trendy neighborhoods, and anything else you’d recommend. I’m also looking for a comfortable hotel in the city center that isn’t too expensive!
I’m sure the VoyageForum community will help me uncover some hidden gems! Looking forward to your replies.
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I’m heading to Setúbal at the end of June with my granddaughter, and I can’t seem to find clear info on the best way to get from Lisbon Airport to Setúbal. It looks like there’s a train or bus, but I can’t find the exact names of the bus (or train) companies or the precise departure points. Thanks if anyone can help me out! 😉 Just to clarify, I’m on a tight budget and have already ruled out taxis or similar options.
Hello,
We’re heading to Puglia at the end of May. We’re a senior couple. We arrive in Bari, where we’ve booked accommodation for 2 nights. We’ve rented a car.
Day 1: Bari
Day 2: Polignano a Mare – Monopoli
Day 3: Ostuni – Brindisi
Day 4: Lecce
Day 5 & 6: Exploring the coast from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca
Day 7 & 8: Gallipoli area
Day 9 & 10: Matera
We’re considering renting a place near Lecce for 5 days and using it as a base to explore the region.
Hi there,
I visited the Faroe Islands in late March 2026 for about ten days. I was invited by a friend who lives near Tórshavn, so I don’t have any info on tourist accommodations or car rentals. Still, I’d like to share a few thoughts about my trip:
- Before leaving, I consulted travel guides and blogs. I was surprised by how repetitive and unoriginal the featured sites were. This leads hurried travelers to follow the same overcrowded routes, which can annoy locals. I found that all Faroese villages were interesting—they reflect the country’s identity, even without the iconic grass-roofed houses. Those are indeed harmonious and beautiful, but they feel like an exotic cliché. For activities, I loved the lively ports that keep the country running.
- I was annoyed by the paid trails in tourist spots. Locals explained that these paths cross private land, and owners are responsible for maintenance and safety. There are plenty of free trails, too—signs at the start detail their features. While not alarmist, the extreme and unpredictable weather is a key factor to consider before setting out.
- The wind’s strength really impressed me. The architecture, with doors and windows opening outward to prevent gusts from blowing roofs off, speaks to the harsh climate. Some days, relentless rain and squalls made going outside unappealing. I realized that in this country, it’s best to plan for flexible indoor days.
- Distances are relatively short. I was happy to be based near Tórshavn because it was easy to explore one or more places in a day. The roads are in great condition. In late March, diesel was 2 €. Tunnel tolls can add up (~26 € per crossing), making a fixed base less practical than I’d thought.
- Everyone agrees: the landscapes are breathtaking. Nature feels untamed here—except for the short grass, thanks to all the woolly sheep.
- The flight from Paris to the Faroe Islands (and back) was long in March—11 hours with three legs: Paris-Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Copenhagen, Copenhagen-Vágar. In bad weather, Vágar Airport can close, causing delays. During tourist season, Atlantic Airways offers a direct Paris-Faroe Islands flight, which is more comfortable and cheaper.
- I found a book recommendation in a guide that fascinated me after my trip: *Les collectionneurs d'images* by Joanes Nielsen. Through its sometimes caricatured characters, it offers a glimpse into Faroese mentalities from the 1950s to 1970s—attitudes that likely persist today.
In conclusion, I’ve traveled a lot and I’m tired of destinations that all start to look the same. The Faroe Islands were a delight—a country stunning in its landscape, climate, and culture, where tourism has barely altered its authenticity.
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for October to visit Naples (6 nights) and the Amalfi Coast (5 nights). We’ve already got the historic center and the Lapis Museum in Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Procida, Sorrento, and Ravello on our list. Any suggestions, addresses, or tips?
Thanks for your help.
Hello,
We’re heading to Rome from 21/09, arriving in the early afternoon, and returning on 28/09, leaving in the morning. We’ve already booked our flight tickets and our accommodation in the city center: Via Ezio.
I’d love to get your feedback on our itinerary and if there are any visits we should book right now:
Monday 21 afternoon:
Largo di Torre Argentina: a sacred spot for cats.
Tuesday 22:
The Vatican: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in the morning. Afternoon: St. Peter’s Basilica, the dome, and if possible, the necropolis.
Wednesday 23:
Morning: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afternoon: Trastevere neighborhood and the Monumento a Garibaldi.
Thursday 24:
Piazza Navona, Church of St. Louis of the French, the Pantheon, Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Trevi Fountain.
Friday 25:
Villa Borghese, Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Quirinale, Piazza della Repubblica, and Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Saturday 26:
Aventine and Testaccio neighborhoods, the Capuchin Crypt.
Sunday 27:
Ostia.
Monday 28:
Departure.
Are any days too packed, or should we add more visits?
Thanks for your input and help!
Cheers!
Anne
Summer 2027 is going to be Norwegian for us!
We’re heading to the Lofoten Islands first, then Senja, near Tromsø, and finally the North Cape.
We’ll likely start from northern Finland (flight tickets and car rentals are more affordable there).
I’d like to book accommodations early to have more options.
Good value-for-money places go fast in these pricey Nordic destinations...
But where should we book?
We’re planning to stay around ten nights in the Lofoten Islands.
What’s the best approach?
One place in the central part and explore from there?
One place in the south and another in the center?
Or one in the south, one in the center, and one in the north (3-4-3 nights)?
Hi there,
I’m looking for some great tips for a stay in Palma de Mallorca this summer.
I need cheap flights departing from Toulouse and affordable accommodation for 4 people.
What do you recommend?
Best regards,
I’d love to get your thoughts on the following itinerary (late May). I like to take my time in ruins and museums, and beaches don’t interest me. I’ll be staying in hostels and using public transport. Do you see any major omissions or things that aren’t worth it?
Thanks!
Day 1: Arrival in CATANIA
Day 2: Catania – visit (fish market, cathedral, Biscarri Palace, etc.)
Day 3: Mount Etna (day trip)
Day 4: Morning trip to TAORMINA, visit the town
Day 5: Alcantara Gorge (day trip) + more time in Taormina
Day 6: Trip to SYRACUSE, visit Ortigia
Day 7: Ortigia
Day 8: NOTO (day trip) (or another Baroque town?)
Day 9: Syracuse Archaeological Park + more time in Ortigia (or leave for Enna?)
Day 10: Transport via Enna? TO BE RESOLVED (long, 2 or 3 changes, limited accommodation in Enna...)
Day 11: AGRIGENTO: town and Scala dei Turchi (optional)
Day 12: Valley of the Temples + archaeological museum
Day 13: Departure for TRAPANI (4h), afternoon: town (+ salt flats?)
Day 14: Segesta (day trip) + town/Erice
Day 15: Monte Cofano Nature Reserve (hike + summit) (day trip)
Day 16: Zingaro Nature Park (coastal route out, ridge route back) (day trip)
Day 17: Departure for the AEGADIAN ISLANDS: Levanzo and Favignana (bike), overnight if possible
Day 18: Egadi Islands
Day 19: Departure for PALERMO + first visits
Day 20: The city
Day 21: The city (Monreale?)
Day 22: Options:
- Capo Gallo hike (3.5h round trip) (via Mondello)
- Cefalù (45 min by train)
Day 23: Return flight
Hello,
We’re heading to Bavaria from May 13 to 23, with a side trip to Austria.
Here’s our itinerary:
Day 1: Brussels-Munich
Day 2: Munich
Day 3: Munich and departure for Salzburg
We’ll be staying three nights in Salzburg.
Then we’ll head to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where we’ll stay for five nights.
Visiting Munich and Salzburg isn’t too tricky.
Once in Garmisch, we’re planning a day in Innsbruck, a day for Neuschwanstein Castle, and the rest is still up in the air.
What’s really got me stumped is that we’d love to see Königssee Lake—everyone says it’s a must-see.
We’d also like to visit the Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), where the landscapes are supposedly stunning.
This would either be a round trip while we’re in Salzburg or on the way between Salzburg and Garmisch, but I’m guessing it’s impossible to do the drive from Salzburg to Garmisch, the Eagle’s Nest, *and* Königssee Lake all in one day.
Plus, the Alpine route between Salzburg and Garmisch seems prettier than the highway.
But honestly, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with the planning.
We should’ve added a stop between Salzburg and Garmisch, but the hotels are already booked.
Thanks for any advice on the itinerary and visits!
Another question: How far in advance should we book Neuschwanstein, Königssee, and the Eagle’s Nest in May?
Thanks so much in advance for your tips and ideas!
hi
I’m wondering if anyone can give me some info on how to get from Mallorca to Menorca.
Since flights are cheaper to Mallorca, I’d like to go that way.
Thanks so much for your help!
We’re planning a trip to Finland and Norway this summer, starting in Oulu to explore Lapland, heading up to the North Cape, and then making our way down to Bergen.
This route means renting a car in Finland and dropping it off in Norway. My initial searches are showing rental rates that are... astronomical—about three times the price compared to returning it at the starting point.
I’m guessing I’m not the only one wanting to visit both countries. Are there any great tips to drastically reduce the cost of renting a car?
Hi there, we’re a couple of bikers planning a trip to Majorca in June 2026, and I’d love to organize a half-day or full-day boat or catamaran outing. Which coast do you think is the nicest for this, and do you have any suggestions or personal experiences to share? Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
Does anyone know if there are any works in progress at Torcello, and if so, what type of works and how long they’re expected to last?
Thanks in advance
Hi everyone,
I’m sharing my draft itinerary with you because I just booked our flight tickets, and I feel like it’s quite late in the season. So, I’d like to be sure about my stops before reserving the hotels. I’ll be traveling alone with my two adult children. We want to prioritize outdoor walks, avoid too many indoor visits (both for budget and preference), and not spend too much time on the road.
D1: Arrival at 9 AM in Malaga, day in Malaga and overnight stay
D2: Head straight to Nerja (1-hour drive) and spend the night there
D3: Head straight to Granada (1.5-hour drive), spend the day and night there
D4: Granada. Visit the Alhambra (Nasrid Palaces tour at 5 PM) and spend the night
D5: Head to Ronda (2.5-hour drive) and spend the night
D6: White Villages and overnight in Ronda
D7: Head straight to the Costa del Sol (e.g., Estepona), spend the day and night there
D8: Return to Malaga to catch our flight
There you go! This itinerary takes into account that we’d like to do a circuit starting from Seville in a few years. That said, it’d be a shame to miss something doable from Malaga.
Questions:
Since the Alhambra visit is only at 5 PM, and we’d already have the day to explore Granada, would arriving the day before be a mistake? Or should we skip this day and dedicate it elsewhere (Costa del Sol? Head toward Tabernas?)? The old town appeals to me, but maybe the Sacromonte neighborhood isn’t essential...
Same question for Ronda: should we dedicate a full day to it, or combine Ronda and the White Villages in one day?
Note that we love wandering around villages outside, so that might answer my question! :)
Final question: Is it better to rent the car at Malaga Airport or in the city? If we rent at the airport, we’d need a hotel with parking, which doesn’t seem easy. Or stay outside the city and park for free near the center if possible? I’ve read comments about taking a taxi to Malaga and then picking up the rental car at the airport the next morning. The taxi would really need to be affordable...
Thanks so much for your feedback and suggestions for visits during this little circuit.
Have a great day, everyone!
Christine
Hello,
we’re a couple planning a 2-week road trip this August, with a must-stop (about 3 days on Skye). Any route suggestions? Hotel recommendations? Photo spots?
My husband and I are planning a trip to Ireland in September 2026.
We’ll be flying from Montreal to London, where we’ll spend three nights.
After that, we’ll head to Dublin for a few days and take trains to visit the main attractions.
Our ideal plan would be to choose hotels near train stations and take tours to the interesting spots.
Would 8 days in Ireland be enough for this kind of trip?
We’re a group of 4 heading out at the end of June for 11 days.
I’m just starting my research.
We’ll be renting a regular car, not a 4x4.
I’m not finding a ton of info on the North.
Would love your take on all those kilometers—is there a route that lets us cut out a section?
Thanks
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