Réserver des billets d'avion pour Bali auprès de ce site marchand?
by Mc1313
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour
Suis-sur le point de réserver mes billets d'avion pour Bali (Juillet/Août prochain) et je me dirigeais vers nouvelles frontières (meilleurs prix jusque là trouvé) lorsque je suis tombée sur billetsdiscount.com qui propose des billets à 949€ au lieu de 1200€ avec NF...
Je ne trouve aucun avis sur ce site marchand... et je me pose des questions...
Y'en a-t-il parmi vous qui aurait déjà utilisé ce site ?
Merci pour vos réponses.
Bonjour
Je viens sur tes conseils d'aller voir sur Air Asia mais pour mes dates 17 Juillet/17 Aout, je ne trouve des billets qu'à 1114€ Aller/Retour et si je comprends bien leur site, il faut rajouter un prix pour les bagages, pour les repas... style ryannair et total, j'en arrive presque au montant de Nouvelles Frontières... En plus, je n'arrive pas à voir sur quelles compagnies on vole et je n'ai pas le détail des transferts à Kuala Lumpur. Je dois pas être douée !
Si tu as un autre tuyau ! Je prends car les prix ne font qu'augmenter de jour en jour...
Merci pour ta suggestion
A+ Isa
Oui effectivement sur ces dates précises les tarifs s'envolent.
SKyscanner indique un Paris-Kuala Lumpur pour 743 euros avec Turkish AIrlines http://www.skyscanner.fr/vols/pari/kulm/110717/110817/tarifs-de-paris-a-kuala-lumpur-en-juillet-2011-et-aout-2011.html
De là tu peux prendre un vol Kuala Lumpur- Bali avec AirAsia à 130 euros A/R sans repas et bagages soit 200 euros grand max tout inclu.
Au final environ 950 euros. AirAsia est une compagnie lowcost fiable qui vole avec sa propre flotte.
Sinon j'ai fait une brêve recherche sur le net sur billetdiscount site qui appartient à la société le cercle des vacances qui ne fait apparemment pas l'unanimité : http://www.qype.fr/place/822947-Le-Cercle-des-Vacances-Paris http://www.vacanceo.com/forum/topic,37,1550,0.html
SKyscanner indique un Paris-Kuala Lumpur pour 743 euros avec Turkish AIrlines http://www.skyscanner.fr/vols/pari/kulm/110717/110817/tarifs-de-paris-a-kuala-lumpur-en-juillet-2011-et-aout-2011.html
De là tu peux prendre un vol Kuala Lumpur- Bali avec AirAsia à 130 euros A/R sans repas et bagages soit 200 euros grand max tout inclu.
Au final environ 950 euros. AirAsia est une compagnie lowcost fiable qui vole avec sa propre flotte.
Sinon j'ai fait une brêve recherche sur le net sur billetdiscount site qui appartient à la société le cercle des vacances qui ne fait apparemment pas l'unanimité : http://www.qype.fr/place/822947-Le-Cercle-des-Vacances-Paris http://www.vacanceo.com/forum/topic,37,1550,0.html
Bonjour,
Je ne sais pas si tes dates sont flexibles ni si ton lieu d'aterrissage peu varier mais pour ma part je vais cette été en indonesie j'ai pris un billet en partant de londres pour jakarta a 650 euros avec emirates. Je viens d'aller voir et pour un depart le 14 il sont a 700e encore. En esperant que cela pourra t'aider
Je ne sais pas si tes dates sont flexibles ni si ton lieu d'aterrissage peu varier mais pour ma part je vais cette été en indonesie j'ai pris un billet en partant de londres pour jakarta a 650 euros avec emirates. Je viens d'aller voir et pour un depart le 14 il sont a 700e encore. En esperant que cela pourra t'aider
"Les grands voyages ne se font pas seulement sous les tropiques mais dans la profondeur des êtres qu'il nous est donné de rencontrer"
Joseph Kessel
Merci pour votre aide dans ce casse-tête !
J'ai oublié de vous dire que j'étais une maman qui voyage seule avec son garçon de 13 ans tout juste... J'ai suivi vos pistes mais le voyage s'éternise souvent un peu trop pour un enfant, si vous voyez ce que je veux dire... surtout qu'on part de Marseille et que pour rejoindre la capitale... c'est tout un poème !
Je vais continuer mes recherches via vos suggestions et liens et continuer à creuser dans toutes les directions. J'ai comme l'impression de faire le tour de la planète plusieurs fois par soir mais préparer un voyage... c'est déjà partir un peu, non !?
Dans l'attente de toutes autres idées... A bientôt de vous lire !
Une possibilité avec l'idée que je vous ai soumis plus haut est de faire escale une journée à KL (pas besoin de visa pour la Malaisie). C'est nettement moins paradisiaque que Bali pour absorber le décallage horaire mais la ville offre quand même de quoi occuper une journée.
Vous pouvez toujours demander à votre fils ce qu'il en pense. Peut-être que ça l'intéressera de découvrir une grande ville asiatique et de passer par un autre pays.
Perso, je pars dans 10 jours et c'est ce que je vais faire. Je suis assez curieux de découvrir Putrajaya, la nouvelle et étrange capitale qui est toute proche de l'aéroport. Mais je ne suis pas sûr que ce genre de visite plaise à tout le monde.
AirAsia relie aussi Bali depuis Singapour. Hôtel compris, l'économie risque d'être minime mais le modernisme de la ville peut peut-être intéresser votre fils.
Sinon pour répondre à votre autre post : La dernière fois que je suis allé en Indonésie (ca remonte à 10 ans), on avait contrôlé mes billets retours à l'arrivée. Comme je n'en avais qu'un au retour de Malaisie, on m'avait accordé un visa plus court que la durée usuelle des visa touristiques (qui était plus longue à l'époque). Ça m'étonnerait que les douaniers chipotent pour une journée mais on peut toujours mal tomber. Et après un très long voyage ça ne serait pas très agréable.
Le trajet entre Bali et Labuanbajo est long et fatiguant par voie terrestre et maritime (24 heures de bus et ferry que nous avions fait d'une traite). Pour l'avion, il est apparemment impossible d'acheter son ticket sur internet (du moins je n'y suis pas encore arrivé, comptant me rendre à Kupang). Mieux vaut prévoir de la marge au retour au cas ou le vol serait annulé car en pleine saison, il sera alors difficile d'en trouver un autre.
Voilà j'espère que tout ça vous aidera dans vos recherches. Bon courage !
Perso, je pars dans 10 jours et c'est ce que je vais faire. Je suis assez curieux de découvrir Putrajaya, la nouvelle et étrange capitale qui est toute proche de l'aéroport. Mais je ne suis pas sûr que ce genre de visite plaise à tout le monde.
AirAsia relie aussi Bali depuis Singapour. Hôtel compris, l'économie risque d'être minime mais le modernisme de la ville peut peut-être intéresser votre fils.
Sinon pour répondre à votre autre post : La dernière fois que je suis allé en Indonésie (ca remonte à 10 ans), on avait contrôlé mes billets retours à l'arrivée. Comme je n'en avais qu'un au retour de Malaisie, on m'avait accordé un visa plus court que la durée usuelle des visa touristiques (qui était plus longue à l'époque). Ça m'étonnerait que les douaniers chipotent pour une journée mais on peut toujours mal tomber. Et après un très long voyage ça ne serait pas très agréable.
Le trajet entre Bali et Labuanbajo est long et fatiguant par voie terrestre et maritime (24 heures de bus et ferry que nous avions fait d'une traite). Pour l'avion, il est apparemment impossible d'acheter son ticket sur internet (du moins je n'y suis pas encore arrivé, comptant me rendre à Kupang). Mieux vaut prévoir de la marge au retour au cas ou le vol serait annulé car en pleine saison, il sera alors difficile d'en trouver un autre.
Voilà j'espère que tout ça vous aidera dans vos recherches. Bon courage !
Merci Adrian pour ton expérience réussie avec Billets Discount... Tant mieux si ça c'est bien passé !
Grâce à FBoa qui m'a semé quelques petits liens concernant "Le cercle des vacances" je n'ai plus trop envi de me lancer dans l'aventure avec ce genre de discount qui se carapate dès qu'il y a un gros souci ! Ce voyage est trop important pour moi et mon petit, pour que je me fasse l'embouligue avant même le départ ou sur le retour.
Par contre, j'expérimenterai ce site marchand pour un voyage plus continental Français ou européen, histoire de tester par moi-même cette société.
Encore merci et me voilà repartie vers mes investigations.
A+
Bonjour,
Je suis parti via BilletDiscount - Cercle des vacances en novembre 2010 pour 650 € de Paris vers Denpasar avec la compagnie China Airlines.
Alors ce qui justifie ces prix sont les horaires de départ et de retour qui sont parfois contraignant (2heures du matin). En plus la majorité des gens mettent 16-18 heures pour paris-denpasar. Moi j'ai mis 24heures... Paris-London-Tai Pei- Denpasar. Mais sinon, je n'ai pas eu à me plaindre du service auprès de la compagnie aérienne (très bonne compagnie). Mais j'avais eu une mauvaise nouvelle à Bali qui m'avait incité à rentrer plus tot et modifier la date du retour. Je téléphone à Billetdiscount et là, personne! SAV inexistant!
Donc uiii, c'est certes moins cher mais en cas de problème, ben y'a personne...
Bonne continuation
Je suis parti via BilletDiscount - Cercle des vacances en novembre 2010 pour 650 € de Paris vers Denpasar avec la compagnie China Airlines.
Alors ce qui justifie ces prix sont les horaires de départ et de retour qui sont parfois contraignant (2heures du matin). En plus la majorité des gens mettent 16-18 heures pour paris-denpasar. Moi j'ai mis 24heures... Paris-London-Tai Pei- Denpasar. Mais sinon, je n'ai pas eu à me plaindre du service auprès de la compagnie aérienne (très bonne compagnie). Mais j'avais eu une mauvaise nouvelle à Bali qui m'avait incité à rentrer plus tot et modifier la date du retour. Je téléphone à Billetdiscount et là, personne! SAV inexistant!
Donc uiii, c'est certes moins cher mais en cas de problème, ben y'a personne...
Bonne continuation
Salut à tous
Juste pour terminer ce petit dialogue sur mes prises de teston avec les billets d'avion.
Je n'ai finalement pas trop eu le choix, vu la date à laquelle je m'y suis prise !
Pour éviter le transfert Marseille/Paris qui devenait trop compliqué, j'ai choisi :
Lufthansa - Marseille/Francfort/Francfort/Singapore Air Asia - Singapore/Denpasar __ Air Asia - Denpasar/Singapore Lufthansa - Singapore/Munich/Marseille !
ça y est, c'est sûr, on part... le porte-monnaie a fait l'embouligue mais on est trop content de partir visiter l'Ile des Dieux !
Voilà, merci à tous pour vos petits messages.
A+ sur d'autres sujets !
Lufthansa - Marseille/Francfort/Francfort/Singapore Air Asia - Singapore/Denpasar __ Air Asia - Denpasar/Singapore Lufthansa - Singapore/Munich/Marseille !
ça y est, c'est sûr, on part... le porte-monnaie a fait l'embouligue mais on est trop content de partir visiter l'Ile des Dieux !
Voilà, merci à tous pour vos petits messages.
A+ sur d'autres sujets !
bonjour,
pouvez vous m'indiquer par quel site internet êtes vous passé pour faire cette réservation (lufthansa+ air asia) et à quel prix vous en sortez vous? MErci pour les infos et bon voyage 😉
pouvez vous m'indiquer par quel site internet êtes vous passé pour faire cette réservation (lufthansa+ air asia) et à quel prix vous en sortez vous? MErci pour les infos et bon voyage 😉
Bonjour
Je suis passée directement par le site de Lufthansa puis j'ai pris pareillement un vol Singapore/Denpasar sur Air Asia en m'arrachant les cheveux sur leur site !
Le prix c'est une catastrophe... Lufthansa pour deux 2 463€ et Air Asia (toujours pour deux car j'ai pas laissé mon petit à Singapore !) 402€.
Voilà, j'espère avoir répondu à votre question.
Bon courage si vous cherchez des vols... j'ai mis six heures avant de trouver mon bonheur...
Isabelle
ouch effectivement les prix s'envolent!!😕
merci pour les renseignements. Effectivement le site d'AirAsia m'a également pris un peu la tête😛. Pour le moment je ne suis pas allée jusqu'au bout d'une réservation mais après avoir sélectionné des dates j'en suis arivée à la page où j'ai cru comprendre qu'il fallait payer pour les bagages, pour les repas et pour réserver un siège! Du coup je me demande si ça vaut vraiment le coup.
Personnellement je recherche des billets pour septembre 2011. grosso modo entre le 9 et le 27 sept. J'ai regardé sur ce forum et récupéré le max de compagnies aériennes pour aller sur leurs sites : qatar airlines, cathay pacific, china airlines, thai airlines, lufthansa, singapore airlines...et tous les prix avoisinent les 900, voir 1000€ au départ de paris. Pour le moment le moins cher que j'ai pu trouver c'est 940€ sur qatar airlines avec un marseille paris en tgv compris!🙂
merci pour les renseignements. Effectivement le site d'AirAsia m'a également pris un peu la tête😛. Pour le moment je ne suis pas allée jusqu'au bout d'une réservation mais après avoir sélectionné des dates j'en suis arivée à la page où j'ai cru comprendre qu'il fallait payer pour les bagages, pour les repas et pour réserver un siège! Du coup je me demande si ça vaut vraiment le coup.
Personnellement je recherche des billets pour septembre 2011. grosso modo entre le 9 et le 27 sept. J'ai regardé sur ce forum et récupéré le max de compagnies aériennes pour aller sur leurs sites : qatar airlines, cathay pacific, china airlines, thai airlines, lufthansa, singapore airlines...et tous les prix avoisinent les 900, voir 1000€ au départ de paris. Pour le moment le moins cher que j'ai pu trouver c'est 940€ sur qatar airlines avec un marseille paris en tgv compris!🙂
Oui sur AirAsia, il faut payer en supplément les bagages, le repas et la place. Au total plus ou moins 80 euros pour l'A/R
Au final je pense que vous pourrez obtenir un tout petit peu moins cher sur AirAsia que sur QatarAirway. Mais à 20 ou 30 euros de différences autant choisir QatarAirway pour le confort.
Au final je pense que vous pourrez obtenir un tout petit peu moins cher sur AirAsia que sur QatarAirway. Mais à 20 ou 30 euros de différences autant choisir QatarAirway pour le confort.
J'ai fait la simulation sur Air Asia jusqu'au bout histoire de voir la différence et après avoir choisi 20kg de bagage, les repas et les sièges (je suis grande dc je voulais absolument une place ds le couloir...sans que ça soit une issue de secours!😛) je me retrouve avec un billet aux environs de 850€ au départ de paris! A cela il fallait que je rajoute un billet pour venir du sud de la france...
finalement avec Qatar j'ai trouvé un départ de Nice (via Doha) pour 887€ A/R. Pour le coup c'est vachement plus intéressant, surtout qu'après m'être renseignée autour de moi et d'une amie qui a vécu à Bali, Qatar est l'une des meilleures compagnies 😉
finalement avec Qatar j'ai trouvé un départ de Nice (via Doha) pour 887€ A/R. Pour le coup c'est vachement plus intéressant, surtout qu'après m'être renseignée autour de moi et d'une amie qui a vécu à Bali, Qatar est l'une des meilleures compagnies 😉
Yes!!😎
ça y est le billet est payé..je n'ai plus qu'à patienter jusqu'en septembre..je sens que ça va être difficile!! 😛
je ferais donc NICE > Doha > Denpasar à l'aller et Denpasar > Doha > Munich > Nice au retour...
Merci à tous pour vos renseignements en tout cas! 😉
ça y est le billet est payé..je n'ai plus qu'à patienter jusqu'en septembre..je sens que ça va être difficile!! 😛
je ferais donc NICE > Doha > Denpasar à l'aller et Denpasar > Doha > Munich > Nice au retour...
Merci à tous pour vos renseignements en tout cas! 😉
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Tigrou
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
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! 😊
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! 😊
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!
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,
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,
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
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!
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! !
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! !
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!
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!
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!
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!
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
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
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!!
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!!
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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




