Voyage à Bali avec bébé d'un mois
by Tamaramess
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
🤪Bonjour, je connais bien L Asie et on y va souvent avec mon homme et ma fille de 7ans,
mais la premiere fois que je suis partie plus loin que l Europe avec ma fille elle avais 3ans.
Je suis enseinte et je vais acoucher fin juin debut juillet. Nos vacances sont prevues pour le mois d aout(le 6aout le depart) pour Bali.
Je voudrais beaucoup avoir vos conseils et vos temoignages si vous etes deja parti avec un bebe d 1 mois en Asie.
Merci
tu ne peux pas reporter ces vacances car la durée de vol est tres long pour un bébé de 1 mois.
tu devrais aller voir ton medecin pour bien evaluer les risques.
tu devrais aller voir ton medecin pour bien evaluer les risques.
je veux allaiter si je peut. Je ne crois pas que le vol en luis meme soit un probleme. C est surtout sur place que je voudrais s avoir.
merci
Merci
un vol long courrier est toujours un pb meme pour un adulte car il y a des problemes de circulation de sang dans le cerveau.
En plus ton bébé va subir un gros decallage horaire.
crois tu q un bb d 1 mois va vraiment "subire" le decalage horaire..............., .?
Pour ce qui est du vol pour moi mon mari et mon autre fille de 7ans ca n as jamais posee probleme on est deja partis meme que pour une semaine. Cette fois la on prevois aussi un vol bizness pour plus de confort avec bb.
Merci
Si tu es bien conseillée il n'y aucune raison de ne pas pouvoir allaiter.
Mais le risque c'est que ton allaitement ne soit pas installé, que tu "oublies" des tétées etc... Surtout si vous avez des contraintes pendant une poussée de croissance. A ce moment là le bébé ne fait que téter pendant 2/3 jours et toi tu ne peux rien faire d'autres.
Pour ces raisons il vaut mieux attendre que le bébé ait 2/3/4 mois, histoire que l'allaitement soit installé et que ça soit un peu plus cool.
le probleme c est que ma fille de 7ans et mon mari peuvent prendre leurs vacances au mois d aout.
pense tu que c se t mieux de ne pas allaiter alors?????????
ou alors alterner?
Merci
Aaaaaah non, surtout il FAUT allaiter, c'est en n'allaitant pas que tu prendras encore plus de risques. L'allaitement permet justement de voyager car ton lait n'est porteur que de bonnes choses et il n'y a pas de matériel à laver, stériliser etc..
Mais il faut vraiment être sûre de toi, pour ne pas que tu te poses de questions. Lis tous les feuillets du D. Newman (sur le net), lis le livre de Marie Thirion sur l'allaitement, assiste à des réunions de la LLL. Le plus tu sauras de choses, le mieux tu seras préparée et le plus ça se passera bien.
Et si l'allaitement va, tout ira.
Mais il faut vraiment être sûre de toi, pour ne pas que tu te poses de questions. Lis tous les feuillets du D. Newman (sur le net), lis le livre de Marie Thirion sur l'allaitement, assiste à des réunions de la LLL. Le plus tu sauras de choses, le mieux tu seras préparée et le plus ça se passera bien.
Et si l'allaitement va, tout ira.
tout est possible
j'ai une amie qui est reparti sur borneo ou elle etait expatriée avec son nouveau ne de 3 semaines
la question a se poser est ce toute la famille(et surtout toi) profitera bien de ce voyage ? n'est ce pas depenser pas mal d'argent (vol en bizness ) pour ne pas pouvoir trop se balader .ne pouvez vous partir moins loin et aller en indonesie l'année suivante
c'est vrai que le premier mois la lactation n'est pas encore parfaitement etablie et que la fatigue (voir une bonne gasto pour toi) risque de faire diminue ton lait .Ensuite quand le processus est bien enclanche pas de souci je suis partie en malaisie avec ma derniere fille de 4 mois (entierement au sein) sans aucun probleme
quant à gerer des biberons cela me semble encore etre du boulot et un risque suplementaire (une gasto à 1 mois de vie à bali pourrait bien tourner à la galere)
Bonjour,
Je ne suis jamais allé à Bali mais je rêve d'y aller. J'ai visité la Thaillande en 2001 et du Canada on nous suggère fortement des vaccins.
Hépatite A + B, Fièvre Thiphoïde et cachet contre la malaria.
Ma question est la suivant. Notre corps est habitué de vivre dans des conditions différente, mais un tout petit bébé s'aura t-il se défendre ? Je ne parle pas du décallage horraire, mais plutôt des bactéries, des insectes ou autres. Si vous nourissez votre enfant et que vous mangiez une saleté que vous en êtes malade, alors vous transmettez vos microbes à votre enfant.
Si j'étais vous, je choisirais une destination plus stérile pour votre enfant à venir et remettre se voyage merveilleux dans un an.
France 😎
Je ne suis jamais allé à Bali mais je rêve d'y aller. J'ai visité la Thaillande en 2001 et du Canada on nous suggère fortement des vaccins.
Hépatite A + B, Fièvre Thiphoïde et cachet contre la malaria.
Ma question est la suivant. Notre corps est habitué de vivre dans des conditions différente, mais un tout petit bébé s'aura t-il se défendre ? Je ne parle pas du décallage horraire, mais plutôt des bactéries, des insectes ou autres. Si vous nourissez votre enfant et que vous mangiez une saleté que vous en êtes malade, alors vous transmettez vos microbes à votre enfant.
Si j'étais vous, je choisirais une destination plus stérile pour votre enfant à venir et remettre se voyage merveilleux dans un an.
France 😎
Bonjour,
Pourquoi toutes ces périphrases ? Si personne ne vous le dit franchement et si vous ne savez pas lire entre les lignes, alors moi j'y vais: tout cela n'est qu'égoïsme monstrueux.
Essayez un peu de penser à votre bébé plutôt qu'à vos vacances.
On a vraiment l'impression que cette naissance tombe à un très mauvais moment car les vacances étaient programmées ..
SI vous étiez tellement sûre d'avoir raison, vous ne seriez pas venue demander l'avis des forumeurs. En fait, vous cherchez à vous donner bonne conscience en vous disant que 4 personnes sur 5 vous ont dit d'y aller, qu'un bébé ne souffrait pas du décalage, ni de la chaleur, etc.
Si vous pensez vraiment que vous allez passer un super séjour sans aucune angoisse du quotidien, alors je plains le bout de chou.
Danielle
PS Je me permets cette franchise car même si je suis senior, je suis aussi partie crapahuter avec mon fils sur le dos mais au moins il avait 1 an et les conditions à cette époque n'étaient pas les mêmes.
Pourquoi toutes ces périphrases ? Si personne ne vous le dit franchement et si vous ne savez pas lire entre les lignes, alors moi j'y vais: tout cela n'est qu'égoïsme monstrueux.
Essayez un peu de penser à votre bébé plutôt qu'à vos vacances.
On a vraiment l'impression que cette naissance tombe à un très mauvais moment car les vacances étaient programmées ..
SI vous étiez tellement sûre d'avoir raison, vous ne seriez pas venue demander l'avis des forumeurs. En fait, vous cherchez à vous donner bonne conscience en vous disant que 4 personnes sur 5 vous ont dit d'y aller, qu'un bébé ne souffrait pas du décalage, ni de la chaleur, etc.
Si vous pensez vraiment que vous allez passer un super séjour sans aucune angoisse du quotidien, alors je plains le bout de chou.
Danielle
PS Je me permets cette franchise car même si je suis senior, je suis aussi partie crapahuter avec mon fils sur le dos mais au moins il avait 1 an et les conditions à cette époque n'étaient pas les mêmes.
A man, a plan, a canal, Panama - palindrome, auteur inconnu
as tu pensé a l'altitude en avion ?
j'habite dans les pyrénées et à l'époque où ma fille est née, les médecins nous ont déconseillé de monter en station de ski, pas très bon l'altitude pour les oreilles de bébé.
je pense que c'est plus important la sécurité de l'enfant que ses propres vacances.
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
la maman est la juste pour qu'on lui dise qu'elle peut aller prendre ses vacances avec un long-courrier avec un bébé d'un mois.
en tout cas moi je ne cautionneras pas ce genre d'attitude.
Chere, Danielle
Pour tout vous dire votre franchise est tres bien mais je ne crois pas que vous avez bien suivie la discution.
Au depart je dit bien que je connais tres bien la destination. Plusieurs familles d amis vivent deja la bas. Nous meme nous partent deux trois fois par an. Je m organise pour que tout sur place soit parfait. J ai deux infirmieres nounous a tour de role qui serent la pour m aider. Aussi on as l attension de partir nous aussi nous instaler la bas dans un an ou deux, mais je ne pensee pas que tout ces detailes seront important pour avoir des temoignages de mamans qui sont partis avec des si jeunes bebes. Ce que je voulais surtout s avoire c est les petits insidents qui peuvent arriver a tout le monde et a tout moment.
En ce qui es por ma consience je serait indigne d etre maman de ce bebe ou de ma fille qui je touche du bois a tout fait avec moi et ce porte tres bien.................si je croyez vraiment que il y a plus de risques que ailleur.
Je vais vous fair part aussi d une grande decouverte que j ai fait lors de ma derniere visite:
Les balinais sur place se Repreduisent AUSSI........ n est pas surprenant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Et des europeens aussi ont essayer et reusi..................;;;enfin incroyable mais vrais ..............
😉 sur cette petite touche d humour je vous remercie comme meme a tous pour vos conseils et temoignages.........;et j attend d autres les plus sinseres possible avec plaisir.
Tamara
Merci
quelle attitude ? la mienne ou la sienne je comprends pas ton message
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
LES VOYAGES EN AVION
Le voyage aérien crée des contraintes physiques et psychologiques et expose certains patients à différents risques de santé.
Les facteurs qui sont en cause sont la dépression barométique, la baisse de pression en oxygène, la déshydratation, l'immobilité, la fatigue, le stress, les variations de température. Enfin, les décalages horaires et les horaires "fantaisistes" des repas et collations en vol doivent également pris en compte en particulier pour les patients diabétiques.
LA PRESSURISATION DE LA CABINE Pour des raisons techniques, la préssurisation de la cabine appelée " altitude cabine " correspond pour la majorité des avions modernes à une altitude comprise entre 1800 et 2200 mètres d'altitude. C'est cette altitude qui doit guider pour une éventuelle contre-indication au voyage et/ou des précautions particulières. Seuls les plongeurs risquent une maladie de décompression en cas de plongée récente d'où la règle d'un délai de 24 heures entre la plongée et le voyage en avion.
La baisse de pression d'oxygène reste modérée (20 à 25%) mais peut entrainer une chute rapide de la saturation en hémoglobine chez un patient hypoxique au sol, décompenser une insuffisance respiratoire, cardiaque ou coronarienne
http://www.esculape.com/fmc/avion.html
LA PRESSURISATION DE LA CABINE Pour des raisons techniques, la préssurisation de la cabine appelée " altitude cabine " correspond pour la majorité des avions modernes à une altitude comprise entre 1800 et 2200 mètres d'altitude. C'est cette altitude qui doit guider pour une éventuelle contre-indication au voyage et/ou des précautions particulières. Seuls les plongeurs risquent une maladie de décompression en cas de plongée récente d'où la règle d'un délai de 24 heures entre la plongée et le voyage en avion.
La baisse de pression d'oxygène reste modérée (20 à 25%) mais peut entrainer une chute rapide de la saturation en hémoglobine chez un patient hypoxique au sol, décompenser une insuffisance respiratoire, cardiaque ou coronarienne
http://www.esculape.com/fmc/avion.html
je veux bien tu croires, je ne suis pas médecin, mais c'est l'appréhension que j'avais pour ma fille quand nous sommes partis au vietnam l'an dernier. ça c'est bien passé, faut dire qu'elle avait déjà 16 mois.
l'avion parfois est difficilement supportable pour certains adultes et on ne peut pas se mettre à la place d'un enfant ou d'un bébé.
la différence entre l'avion et la montagne, est ce que c'est parce que l'avion est dépressurisé ?
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
Un enfant peut prendre l avion a partir de trois semaines.
Oui Fred c est la differance.
C est tres important de les faire boir au decolage et a l aterisage, car a cet age la c est le seul moyen de
soulager leur oreilles. ( on ne peut leur dire de bailler ou de boucher leur nez et pouser la respiration)
voilu voilu
Merci
Pour voyager avec un enfant l'avion est probablement le meilleur des moyens de transports. C'est le moyen le plus rapide donc le moins fatigant pour le bébé, et pour les parents qui seront plus détendus et de fait plus disponibles.
L'avion à quel âge
Dès l'age de 3 semaines un bébé peut prendre l'avion, toutefois il ne disposera pas de place à lui, et devra théoriquement voyager sur les genoux de ses parents. Toutefois sur les vols longs courriers les compagnies proposent des petits lits pour les nourrissons, de 70cm, et si la place près de la votre est libre, elles acceptent que vous y mettiez le siège auto de bébé. Renseignez-vous auprès des compagnies aériennes lors de l'achat des billets et surtout reconfirmez la présence de votre bébé lors de l'embarquement pour obtenir les places "bébé" qui se trouve dans l'avion. Ce sont des places où vous disposez d'un peu plus d'espace pour les jambes, et qui sont généralement situés soit près des sorties de secours, soit derrière les toilettes.
Toilette
> Aucun problème pour la toilette de bébé à bord, car toutes les toilettes des avions sont équipées de planches à langer.
Nourriture
> Sachez que la plupart des compagnies proposent des petits pots pour les bébés. Cela allégera d'autant les bagages que vous amènerez avec vous en cabine.
Tarifs
> Pour les enfants de moins de 2 ans, en règle général, le tarif est 10 à 20% du tarif normal. Toutefois, certaines compagnies ne leur font pas payer leur place.
> De 2 à 12 ans, le tarif est 50% du tarif normal, et, ils disposent chacun d'une place qui leur est propre.
Conseils
> L'air pressurisé de la cabine étant sec, et déshydratant, prévoyez de quoi faire boire beaucoup votre enfant.
> Si votre enfant a été enrhumé, ou s'il l'est encore, faîtes vérifier ses tympans quelques jours avant le départ afin d'être sûr qu'il n'a pas d'otite. N'hésitez pas à prendre RDV chez le pédiatre ou le médecin qui suit habituellement votre bébé. Et nettoyez soigneusement son nez quelques minutes avant le décollage et l'atterrissage.
> Pour éviter le mal d'oreille dus aux changements de pression du décollage et de l'atterrissage, faites boire votre enfant, donnez-lui une tétine, ou encore un gâteau sec à grignoter. Le but étant de le faire déglutir régulièrement.
> Ayez ses jouets, ses livres, son "doudou" et éventuellement sa tétine à portée de main.
> Prévoyez des couches, quelques lingettes et les repas du bébé.
> Si vous amenez une poussette avec vous, lors de la réservation, signalez le en donnant ses dimensions exactes une fois pliée.
L'avion à quel âge
Dès l'age de 3 semaines un bébé peut prendre l'avion, toutefois il ne disposera pas de place à lui, et devra théoriquement voyager sur les genoux de ses parents. Toutefois sur les vols longs courriers les compagnies proposent des petits lits pour les nourrissons, de 70cm, et si la place près de la votre est libre, elles acceptent que vous y mettiez le siège auto de bébé. Renseignez-vous auprès des compagnies aériennes lors de l'achat des billets et surtout reconfirmez la présence de votre bébé lors de l'embarquement pour obtenir les places "bébé" qui se trouve dans l'avion. Ce sont des places où vous disposez d'un peu plus d'espace pour les jambes, et qui sont généralement situés soit près des sorties de secours, soit derrière les toilettes.
Toilette
> Aucun problème pour la toilette de bébé à bord, car toutes les toilettes des avions sont équipées de planches à langer.
Nourriture
> Sachez que la plupart des compagnies proposent des petits pots pour les bébés. Cela allégera d'autant les bagages que vous amènerez avec vous en cabine.
Tarifs
> Pour les enfants de moins de 2 ans, en règle général, le tarif est 10 à 20% du tarif normal. Toutefois, certaines compagnies ne leur font pas payer leur place.
> De 2 à 12 ans, le tarif est 50% du tarif normal, et, ils disposent chacun d'une place qui leur est propre.
Conseils
> L'air pressurisé de la cabine étant sec, et déshydratant, prévoyez de quoi faire boire beaucoup votre enfant.
> Si votre enfant a été enrhumé, ou s'il l'est encore, faîtes vérifier ses tympans quelques jours avant le départ afin d'être sûr qu'il n'a pas d'otite. N'hésitez pas à prendre RDV chez le pédiatre ou le médecin qui suit habituellement votre bébé. Et nettoyez soigneusement son nez quelques minutes avant le décollage et l'atterrissage.
> Pour éviter le mal d'oreille dus aux changements de pression du décollage et de l'atterrissage, faites boire votre enfant, donnez-lui une tétine, ou encore un gâteau sec à grignoter. Le but étant de le faire déglutir régulièrement.
> Ayez ses jouets, ses livres, son "doudou" et éventuellement sa tétine à portée de main.
> Prévoyez des couches, quelques lingettes et les repas du bébé.
> Si vous amenez une poussette avec vous, lors de la réservation, signalez le en donnant ses dimensions exactes une fois pliée. Merci
C'est bien, tu fais les questions et les réponses! 🤪
Donc c'est que ta décision est prise! (peut-être depuis le départ de la discussion?)
Tu cherchais peut -être à te faire rassurer sur ta décision en lançant ce post?
Et comme les réponses sont mitigées, tu envoie un article...
C'est le serpent qui se mord la queue! 😕
Cécile
PS pour info, au niveau des tarifs des billets d'avion, un BB de moins de 2 ans paie toujours 10% (qui correspond aux assurances) et ensuite de deux à douze ans, c'est plutôt 75% que 50%.
Cécile
PS pour info, au niveau des tarifs des billets d'avion, un BB de moins de 2 ans paie toujours 10% (qui correspond aux assurances) et ensuite de deux à douze ans, c'est plutôt 75% que 50%.
Cécile
"Il n'y a pas de honte à préférer le bonheur" A.Camus
http://cecileetsestroisbambinsenvoyage.over-blog.com
PS pour info, au niveau des tarifs des billets d'avion, un BB de moins de 2 ans paie toujours 10% (qui correspond aux assurances) et ensuite de deux à douze ans, c'est plutôt 75% que 50%.
exact, à moins de deux ans, ma fille a payé (en 2006 pour le vietnam) + de 300 euros sa place, en fait pour place elle avait une nacelle accroché devant nous contre la parois. cette somme correspond comme tu le dis aux assurances et taxes récentes. de l'arnaque quoi. pour le prochain voyage, nous nous apercevons qu'elle va payer entre 75 et 100 % du billet à 3 ans 1/2.
exact, à moins de deux ans, ma fille a payé (en 2006 pour le vietnam) + de 300 euros sa place, en fait pour place elle avait une nacelle accroché devant nous contre la parois. cette somme correspond comme tu le dis aux assurances et taxes récentes. de l'arnaque quoi. pour le prochain voyage, nous nous apercevons qu'elle va payer entre 75 et 100 % du billet à 3 ans 1/2.
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
Eh oui, habitant à la Réunion, nous prenons très souvent l'avion, alors j'en sais quelque chose 🤪.
Cécile
"Il n'y a pas de honte à préférer le bonheur" A.Camus
http://cecileetsestroisbambinsenvoyage.over-blog.com
tiens ma petite soeur est étudiante à sainte marie. veinarde.
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
Oui Cecile efectivement depuis le debut de cette discution j ai etait clair
Ma decision etait deja prise. J ai etait claire pourtant je suis la pour des temoigniages et conseils sur le voyage...............;et a aucun moment ppour une permision sur ce lui si.
Merci tout de meme
PS: le prix de l avion n as jamais etait dans mes requettes.......ni mes inquetudes
Merci tout de meme
PS: le prix de l avion n as jamais etait dans mes requettes.......ni mes inquetudes
Merci
bonjour
comme d'autres personnes, je ne comprends pas trop l'intérêt de votre question puisque lorsque l'on suit la discussion, vous avez la réponse aussi bien pour le vol que la vie sur place.
bien entendu les indonésiens se reproduisent, bien entendu théoriquement un enfant en bas age peut voyager.
mais le voyage en lui même n'est il pas trop long? la chaleur ne va t'elle pas l'indisposer ainsi que vous?
je précise que je connais également bien la destination, et on a besoin d'un petit moment pour s'habituer à la chaleur.
cela ne pose pas de problèmes aux enfants nés la bas ou dans des pays tropicaux puisqu'ils y vivent ( de même pour des enfants vivant en montagne)
je reviens d'indonésie et à l'aller il y avait un bébé de 3 mois, je peux vous dire qu'il a moyennement surmonté le voyage( beaucoup de pleurs car du mal à trouver son sommeil, et différence thermique trop importante)
enfin dernière chose, vous apprécierez peut etre plus votre séjour avec un enfant plus agé; et vous plus reposée
vous seule savez la décision à prendre, et apparemment vous en changerez pas.
désolée d'avoir été si longue mais je ne comprends pas pourquoi vous venez poser une question dont vous connaissez la réponse et qui plus est, vous n'etes pas d'accord avec des personnes qui essaient de vous conseiller comme vous l'avez demandé.
cordialement
comme d'autres personnes, je ne comprends pas trop l'intérêt de votre question puisque lorsque l'on suit la discussion, vous avez la réponse aussi bien pour le vol que la vie sur place.
bien entendu les indonésiens se reproduisent, bien entendu théoriquement un enfant en bas age peut voyager.
mais le voyage en lui même n'est il pas trop long? la chaleur ne va t'elle pas l'indisposer ainsi que vous?
je précise que je connais également bien la destination, et on a besoin d'un petit moment pour s'habituer à la chaleur.
cela ne pose pas de problèmes aux enfants nés la bas ou dans des pays tropicaux puisqu'ils y vivent ( de même pour des enfants vivant en montagne)
je reviens d'indonésie et à l'aller il y avait un bébé de 3 mois, je peux vous dire qu'il a moyennement surmonté le voyage( beaucoup de pleurs car du mal à trouver son sommeil, et différence thermique trop importante)
enfin dernière chose, vous apprécierez peut etre plus votre séjour avec un enfant plus agé; et vous plus reposée
vous seule savez la décision à prendre, et apparemment vous en changerez pas.
désolée d'avoir été si longue mais je ne comprends pas pourquoi vous venez poser une question dont vous connaissez la réponse et qui plus est, vous n'etes pas d'accord avec des personnes qui essaient de vous conseiller comme vous l'avez demandé.
cordialement
Je ne crois vraiment pas que je me suis bien fait comprendre.
Encore une fois a aucun moment j ai demander conseil sur "LE" oui ou non alee a Bali.
Ma requette etait simplement: astuces et temoignages de personnes qui sont partis avec un enfant de cette age.
Encore une fois Bali pour nous n est pas une destination touristique. On a l attention d y vivre et on as beaucoup d amis qui vivent la bas. Europeens et indo.
Mes amis indo ne se posent meme pas la question au contraire il voudrais tous avoir le bebe pendant le sejours. Je crois simplement que si j aitait indo moi meme la question ne se poserais meme pas. Je rentre chez moi avec mon bebe c est tout. C est incroyable a quel point ici on peut avoir peur pour son petit confort.
Heureusement que je n acouche pas en pleins tour du monde j en choquerais plus d un.
Merci tout de meme.
Merci tout de meme.
Merci
bonjour
excusez moi mais vous demandez des conseils pour un voyage avec un enfant en bas age, et lorsque des personnes se manifestent, vous avez une réponse toute trouvée pour contrecarrer leurs propositions.
vous dites que sur place vous aurez des personnes qui pourront nous aider alors pourquoi poser des questions.
l'indonésie est également pour moi une destination non touristique, nous avons de nombreux amis occidentaux et indo.
je n'ai pas peur de mon petit confort, j'essaie simplement de trouver des réponses à vos interrogations, vous même vous serez peut être fatiguée après votre accouchement, et c'est toujours plus agréable d'appréhender un long périple et ce si bel endroit dans les meilleures conditions.
encore une fois ne comparons pas la vie des populations sur place et nous qui arrivons des latitudes différentes.
pour tout vous dire je suis moi même partie avec mon enfant lorqu'il avait 5 mois en indonésie et le l'allaitais; alors si vous pensez choquer en accouchant en plein tdm.
nous sommes partis durant la saison plus douce à bali pour que la différence de température soit plus supportable et je m'étais fait prescrire des vitamines.
il faut être prêt à accepter ce " jeu"
en demandant des conseils, vous n'éviterez pas des remarques qui parfois sont données de façon peut être maladroites mais souvent dans un souci d'aider.
pour ma part oui pour le voyage mais attention à la fatigue pour vous et le bébé en partant si vite après l'accouchement
cordialement
excusez moi mais vous demandez des conseils pour un voyage avec un enfant en bas age, et lorsque des personnes se manifestent, vous avez une réponse toute trouvée pour contrecarrer leurs propositions.
vous dites que sur place vous aurez des personnes qui pourront nous aider alors pourquoi poser des questions.
l'indonésie est également pour moi une destination non touristique, nous avons de nombreux amis occidentaux et indo.
je n'ai pas peur de mon petit confort, j'essaie simplement de trouver des réponses à vos interrogations, vous même vous serez peut être fatiguée après votre accouchement, et c'est toujours plus agréable d'appréhender un long périple et ce si bel endroit dans les meilleures conditions.
encore une fois ne comparons pas la vie des populations sur place et nous qui arrivons des latitudes différentes.
pour tout vous dire je suis moi même partie avec mon enfant lorqu'il avait 5 mois en indonésie et le l'allaitais; alors si vous pensez choquer en accouchant en plein tdm.
nous sommes partis durant la saison plus douce à bali pour que la différence de température soit plus supportable et je m'étais fait prescrire des vitamines.
il faut être prêt à accepter ce " jeu"
en demandant des conseils, vous n'éviterez pas des remarques qui parfois sont données de façon peut être maladroites mais souvent dans un souci d'aider.
pour ma part oui pour le voyage mais attention à la fatigue pour vous et le bébé en partant si vite après l'accouchement
cordialement
Je voudrais beaucoup avoir vos conseils et vos temoignages si vous etes deja parti avec un bebe d 1 mois en Asie.
Ci ca c'est pas de la demande de conseils ?????????
Ensuite oui on peut voyager avec des bébé en avion trés jeune..., mais le problème n'est pas la possibilité mais la soufrace éventuel qui en résulte ...
De même oui des enfants grandisse dans tous les pays du monde, mais ils ne naisse pas tous avec les même capacité à résisté aux microbes et virus ... Voila pourquoi tant de gens réagisse, ce ne sont pas des conseils mais des faits qui te sont énoncer, libre à toi de les comprendre ou de les ignorer, mais n'en veut pas à la terre antière de te mettre en garde ...
Je pense que pour beaucoup ce n'est pas notre petit confort que l'on ose pas abandonné, mais le confort de notre enfant ... nuance qui à son importance ....
Pour infos, ma femme qui à grandis en chine, ne veut surtous pas amener norte petit, qui aura le même age que le tient au même moment, de peurt qu'il attrape des maladie ... Philo
Ci ca c'est pas de la demande de conseils ?????????
Ensuite oui on peut voyager avec des bébé en avion trés jeune..., mais le problème n'est pas la possibilité mais la soufrace éventuel qui en résulte ...
De même oui des enfants grandisse dans tous les pays du monde, mais ils ne naisse pas tous avec les même capacité à résisté aux microbes et virus ... Voila pourquoi tant de gens réagisse, ce ne sont pas des conseils mais des faits qui te sont énoncer, libre à toi de les comprendre ou de les ignorer, mais n'en veut pas à la terre antière de te mettre en garde ...
Je pense que pour beaucoup ce n'est pas notre petit confort que l'on ose pas abandonné, mais le confort de notre enfant ... nuance qui à son importance ....
Pour infos, ma femme qui à grandis en chine, ne veut surtous pas amener norte petit, qui aura le même age que le tient au même moment, de peurt qu'il attrape des maladie ... Philo
"J'ai refait tous les calculs, notre projet est irréalisable, il ne nous reste plus qu'une chose à faire, le réaliser". Latecoere
dyslexique
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!si vous etes deja parti avec un bebe d 1 mois en Asie.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tu fait bien de me citer......... Donc ll n y a personne pour le moment qui peut vraiment temoigne.
Pour ma part je me dit tout simplement que l ete a Bali etant une periode bien moins chaude que l hiver, et puis bien plus seche je n ai pas constatee d enormes diferances de temperature que de partir en grece par example a cette periode de l annee.........au contraire. Je crois que au moment ou on ne s aventure pas en plaine jungle bien sure... mais on reste dans un grand hotel 5* diriger par des amis et puis en atent aider et dans un merveilleux paysage..........je risque de m ocuper bien plus serainement de mon bebe, et en meme temps mon autre puce de 7ans poura aussi s eclater... Je ne crois pas que le confort de mon enfant sera moins bon que ailleurs. Enfin si quelqun a deja fait le voyage avec un nouveux né j aimerais toujours avoir son temoignage.
PS: Sur d autrs sites comme au feminin par example j ai eu beucoup de mamans qui ont fait l experience et qui pensent comme moi. Enfin je vous dirais tout ca a mon retour.........;et puis j ai toujours pas acouche😉
Tu fait bien de me citer......... Donc ll n y a personne pour le moment qui peut vraiment temoigne.
Pour ma part je me dit tout simplement que l ete a Bali etant une periode bien moins chaude que l hiver, et puis bien plus seche je n ai pas constatee d enormes diferances de temperature que de partir en grece par example a cette periode de l annee.........au contraire. Je crois que au moment ou on ne s aventure pas en plaine jungle bien sure... mais on reste dans un grand hotel 5* diriger par des amis et puis en atent aider et dans un merveilleux paysage..........je risque de m ocuper bien plus serainement de mon bebe, et en meme temps mon autre puce de 7ans poura aussi s eclater... Je ne crois pas que le confort de mon enfant sera moins bon que ailleurs. Enfin si quelqun a deja fait le voyage avec un nouveux né j aimerais toujours avoir son temoignage.
PS: Sur d autrs sites comme au feminin par example j ai eu beucoup de mamans qui ont fait l experience et qui pensent comme moi. Enfin je vous dirais tout ca a mon retour.........;et puis j ai toujours pas acouche😉
Merci
Bonjour tamaramess,
Je ne connais pas Bali, mais j'ai déjà pris l'avion avec un bébé de un mois. C'était il y a 12 ans 1/2, je revenais de Bolivie avec mon fils (eh oui, j'ai accouché là-bas 🙂) et son papa. Nous avions choisi des billets bon marché, avec plusieurs escales et changements d'avion : escale à Santa Cruz, Manaus et Caracas, puis changement d'avion à Miami et New York. Au total 30 h de voyage entre La Paz et Paris. Exténuant pour moi, mais absolument aucun problème pour bébé. Il a suffi de le mettre au sein à chaque décollage et atterissage. Pour le reste, il a dormi comme si de rien n'était et a supporté ce voyage beaucoup mieux que ses parents. Les bébés sont extrêmement adaptables. Il suffit de leur laisser l'opportunité de le montrer. Bonnes vacances à Bali !
Flo
Je ne connais pas Bali, mais j'ai déjà pris l'avion avec un bébé de un mois. C'était il y a 12 ans 1/2, je revenais de Bolivie avec mon fils (eh oui, j'ai accouché là-bas 🙂) et son papa. Nous avions choisi des billets bon marché, avec plusieurs escales et changements d'avion : escale à Santa Cruz, Manaus et Caracas, puis changement d'avion à Miami et New York. Au total 30 h de voyage entre La Paz et Paris. Exténuant pour moi, mais absolument aucun problème pour bébé. Il a suffi de le mettre au sein à chaque décollage et atterissage. Pour le reste, il a dormi comme si de rien n'était et a supporté ce voyage beaucoup mieux que ses parents. Les bébés sont extrêmement adaptables. Il suffit de leur laisser l'opportunité de le montrer. Bonnes vacances à Bali !
Flo
Vivre autour du monde plutôt que vouloir à tout prix en faire le tour...
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MA CHERE FLO,
A aucun moment j ai douter de moi mais ca fait tout de meme plaisire sur ce forum d avoir votre TEMOIGNIAGE. Sur tout que je ne suis pas a mon premier enfant. La seule differance c est que ma premiere puce a pris l avion a 4mois mais en europe. Par la suite elle nous a suivie partout. Je comprend tres bien l histoire de billets bon marche ca m es deja arrivee aussi avec ma fille de voyager dans des conditions rock and roll................c est super aussi.........top souvenirs.......... Enfin au jour de au jour d huis moi et mon mari on a la chance de pouvoir s offrire des voyages luxe..ce qui nous empeche pas de prevoir pour l annee prochaine un bon sac a dos en inde a la simplette.....
Enfin merci encore. J ai pourtant une preuve magnifique tout les jours devant moi...ma fille prete a tout pour partire..une famille acro au voyages........;;;;;;et beaucoup de bonheur.
A aucun moment j ai douter de moi mais ca fait tout de meme plaisire sur ce forum d avoir votre TEMOIGNIAGE. Sur tout que je ne suis pas a mon premier enfant. La seule differance c est que ma premiere puce a pris l avion a 4mois mais en europe. Par la suite elle nous a suivie partout. Je comprend tres bien l histoire de billets bon marche ca m es deja arrivee aussi avec ma fille de voyager dans des conditions rock and roll................c est super aussi.........top souvenirs.......... Enfin au jour de au jour d huis moi et mon mari on a la chance de pouvoir s offrire des voyages luxe..ce qui nous empeche pas de prevoir pour l annee prochaine un bon sac a dos en inde a la simplette.....
Enfin merci encore. J ai pourtant une preuve magnifique tout les jours devant moi...ma fille prete a tout pour partire..une famille acro au voyages........;;;;;;et beaucoup de bonheur.
Merci
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The third day was one of our favorites.
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Then we went to Geghard, a monastery partially carved into the rock.
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Recommended 5-day itinerary
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Day 1: Yerevan Day 2: Etchmiadzin + Khor Virap Day 3: Garni + Geghard Day 4: Noravank + Areni Day 5: Sevan + return to Yerevan
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Conclusion
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What touched us most, beyond the landscapes and monasteries, was the attitude toward children. There, you feel that babies are welcomed with real tenderness. In restaurants, people naturally helped us, played with our child, and gave us a few minutes to breathe.
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It’s a destination that’s still relatively unknown, but it’s really worth the trip, especially if you enjoy cultural, spiritual, historical, and human-centered travel.
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And most importantly: Armenians *love* children.
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Day 1 — Yerevan
We started with Yerevan, a pleasant capital that’s quite easy to explore with a child.
The city isn’t huge. You can stroll around Republic Square, visit cafés, discover markets, and walk at a relaxed pace.
With a baby, it’s pretty practical: you can easily take breaks, return to the hotel, or go back out in the evening. The vibe is laid-back, family-friendly, and we felt safe.
In the evening, Yerevan is very lively. The restaurants are welcoming, and almost everywhere, our baby drew smiles.
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On the second day, we headed to Etchmiadzin, the spiritual heart of Armenia. It’s an important place for understanding the country and its Christian identity.
Then, we visited Khor Virap, facing Mount Ararat.
It’s probably one of the most striking places on the trip. The monastery, the plain, the distant Ararat—everything is visually and symbolically powerful.
With a baby, you just need to plan a relaxed pace, avoid rushing, and take your time.
Day 3 — Garni and Geghard
The third day was one of our favorites.
We visited the Temple of Garni, very different from the monasteries, with a stunning setting in the mountains.
Then we went to Geghard, a monastery partially carved into the rock.
The atmosphere is incredible. It’s quiet, mineral, almost timeless. Even if you’re not very religious, you feel something.
With a child, the visit goes well, but again, it’s best not to overload the day. The key is to keep a flexible pace.
Day 4 — Noravank
On the fourth day, we headed to Noravank.
The road itself is an experience: dry landscapes, mountains, red rocks, valleys. The monastery is surrounded by impressive cliffs.
It’s one of the most beautiful sites we saw in Armenia.
You really get the sense that Armenian monasteries were built in impossible places—between sky, stone, and mountain.
Along the way, you can also pass through the Areni region, known for its wine. With a baby, we mostly prioritized simple breaks, relaxed meals, and uncompressed travel times.
Day 5 — Lake Sevan and return to Yerevan
For the last day, we went to Lake Sevan.
The lake is vast, bright, and surrounded by mountains. The Sevanavank Monastery, up high, offers a beautiful view.
It’s a gentler stop, perfect for ending the trip.
Then we returned to Yerevan for a final dinner. Once again, the welcome in restaurants stood out. In Armenia, traveling with a baby isn’t seen as a hassle. On the contrary, people spontaneously come up to the child.
Our overall impression
In 5 days, you obviously don’t see all of Armenia. To reach Tatev, Dilijan, Haghpat, or Sanahin, you’d need more like 7 to 10 days.
But for a first visit, 5 days are enough to feel the essence: Yerevan, the major monasteries, Mount Ararat, the landscapes, the Christian history, and the Armenian hospitality.
What we loved most:
- the kindness of people toward our baby; - the very family-friendly atmosphere; - the monasteries in incredible landscapes; - the view of Mount Ararat from Khor Virap; - the atmosphere of Geghard; - the cliffs of Noravank; - the food; - the feeling of safety; - the fact that the country is still relatively untouched by mass tourism.
What to know when traveling with a baby:
- distances can be longer than expected; - some roads are mountainous; - avoid overloading the day; - it’s better to have a driver or a car; - plan for breaks, water, diapers, baby meals; - a stroller isn’t always practical on ancient sites; - a baby carrier can be very useful.
Recommended 5-day itinerary
For a first trip, I’d suggest:
Day 1: Yerevan Day 2: Etchmiadzin + Khor Virap Day 3: Garni + Geghard Day 4: Noravank + Areni Day 5: Sevan + return to Yerevan
It’s balanced, not too tiring, and gives a great first impression of the country.
Conclusion
Armenia is a wonderful destination with a baby, as long as you travel slowly and don’t try to see everything.
What touched us most, beyond the landscapes and monasteries, was the attitude toward children. There, you feel that babies are welcomed with real tenderness. In restaurants, people naturally helped us, played with our child, and gave us a few minutes to breathe.
That’s rare, and it makes a big difference in the travel experience.
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For those who love cultural, spiritual, historical, family, and human-centered travel, I highly recommend it.
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We’ll arrive on day 1 around 11 AM and leave on day 2 around 6 PM.
I’ve mapped out two routes and was wondering if they’re doable in our 2 days, and if you have any tips or info on visit prices.
We’re not sure where to stay yet, but we’d like to optimize by booking accommodation (hotel or Airbnb) between the two routes, maybe?
Thanks for your help!
I’ve mapped out two routes and was wondering if they’re doable in our 2 days, and if you have any tips or info on visit prices.
We’re not sure where to stay yet, but we’d like to optimize by booking accommodation (hotel or Airbnb) between the two routes, maybe?
Thanks for your help!
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Could you let me know what you think of this route? I removed Nuwara Eliya, which I had originally planned before Ella, to cut down on stops. I was also wondering if I should break up the Arugam Bay to Colombo leg with an overnight in Galle, since it’s a long drive.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Day 1 – 04/16: Wilpattu Arrival at the airport (08:00) + transfer to Wilpattu (180 km, 4–5 h) + afternoon safari Overnight: Wilpattu Day 2 – 04/17: Wilpattu Morning & afternoon safari Overnight: Wilpattu Day 3 – 04/18: Trincomalee Transfer Wilpattu → Trincomalee (200 km, 4–5 h) + beach relaxation Overnight: Trincomalee Day 4 – 04/19: Trincomalee Nilaveli Beach Overnight: Trincomalee Day 5 – 04/20: Trincomalee Pigeon Island snorkeling Overnight: Trincomalee Day 6 – 04/21: Trincomalee Fort Frederick & relaxation Overnight: Trincomalee Day 7 – 04/22: Sigiriya Transfer Trincomalee → Sigiriya (120 km, ~3 h) + visit to Dambulla Overnight: Sigiriya Day 8 – 04/23: Sigiriya Sigiriya Rock Overnight: Sigiriya Day 9 – 04/24: Sigiriya Minneriya safari Overnight: Sigiriya Day 10 – 04/25: Sigiriya Polonnaruwa & village tour Overnight: Sigiriya Day 11 – 04/26: Ella Transfer Sigiriya → Ella (230 km, 5–6 h) + rest Overnight: Ella Day 12 – 04/27: Ella Little Adam’s Peak & Nine Arches Bridge Overnight: Ella Day 13 – 04/28: Ella Ella Rock Overnight: Ella Day 14 – 04/29: Ella Tea Factory & relaxation Overnight: Ella Day 15 – 04/30: Yala Transfer Ella → Yala (110 km, 2–3 h) + afternoon safari Overnight: Yala Day 16 – 05/01: Arugam Bay Transfer Yala → Arugam Bay (80 km, 2.5–3 h) + beach time Overnight: Arugam Bay Day 17 – 05/02: Arugam Bay Surfing & relaxation Overnight: Arugam Bay Day 18 – 05/03: Arugam Bay Local exploration Overnight: Arugam Bay Day 19 – 05/04: Colombo Transfer Arugam Bay → Colombo (320 km, 7–8 h) + rest Overnight: Colombo Day 20 – 05/05: Colombo City tour & shopping Overnight: Colombo Day 21 – 05/06: Colombo Morning return flight from Colombo
Day 1 – 04/16: Wilpattu Arrival at the airport (08:00) + transfer to Wilpattu (180 km, 4–5 h) + afternoon safari Overnight: Wilpattu Day 2 – 04/17: Wilpattu Morning & afternoon safari Overnight: Wilpattu Day 3 – 04/18: Trincomalee Transfer Wilpattu → Trincomalee (200 km, 4–5 h) + beach relaxation Overnight: Trincomalee Day 4 – 04/19: Trincomalee Nilaveli Beach Overnight: Trincomalee Day 5 – 04/20: Trincomalee Pigeon Island snorkeling Overnight: Trincomalee Day 6 – 04/21: Trincomalee Fort Frederick & relaxation Overnight: Trincomalee Day 7 – 04/22: Sigiriya Transfer Trincomalee → Sigiriya (120 km, ~3 h) + visit to Dambulla Overnight: Sigiriya Day 8 – 04/23: Sigiriya Sigiriya Rock Overnight: Sigiriya Day 9 – 04/24: Sigiriya Minneriya safari Overnight: Sigiriya Day 10 – 04/25: Sigiriya Polonnaruwa & village tour Overnight: Sigiriya Day 11 – 04/26: Ella Transfer Sigiriya → Ella (230 km, 5–6 h) + rest Overnight: Ella Day 12 – 04/27: Ella Little Adam’s Peak & Nine Arches Bridge Overnight: Ella Day 13 – 04/28: Ella Ella Rock Overnight: Ella Day 14 – 04/29: Ella Tea Factory & relaxation Overnight: Ella Day 15 – 04/30: Yala Transfer Ella → Yala (110 km, 2–3 h) + afternoon safari Overnight: Yala Day 16 – 05/01: Arugam Bay Transfer Yala → Arugam Bay (80 km, 2.5–3 h) + beach time Overnight: Arugam Bay Day 17 – 05/02: Arugam Bay Surfing & relaxation Overnight: Arugam Bay Day 18 – 05/03: Arugam Bay Local exploration Overnight: Arugam Bay Day 19 – 05/04: Colombo Transfer Arugam Bay → Colombo (320 km, 7–8 h) + rest Overnight: Colombo Day 20 – 05/05: Colombo City tour & shopping Overnight: Colombo Day 21 – 05/06: Colombo Morning return flight from Colombo
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Sri Lanka for three weeks in July with two kids (ages 6 and 13). We’ve drafted a rough itinerary but would love to hear from those who’ve already been there 😊 Of course, we want to see everything, but we have to make choices—even though three weeks on the ground lets us do quite a bit. We originally planned a schedule that felt too packed, so we had to cut one stop. We decided to skip Tangalle, even though we were really tempted. The monsoon won’t let us swim there, and the weather in the south is too uncertain, so we preferred to keep our stops on the east coast. Plus, we don’t think it’s reasonable to cut nights from other places. We’ve added a stop in Batticaloa, which we think will be a nice break between Arugam Bay and Sigiriya. What do you think? We’re also debating between Batticaloa and Passikudah. Does the itinerary seem logical to you?
Here it is:
Sri Lanka Itinerary Day 1 Arrival around 1 PM at the airport Night in Negombo Day 2 Drive from Negombo to Galle Visit Galle and surrounding areas Night in Galle Day 3 Visit Galle and surrounding areas Night in Galle Day 4 Visit Galle and surrounding areas Drive from Galle to Udawalawe Night in Udawalawe Day 5 Visit Udawalawe National Park Night in Udawalawe Day 6 Drive from Udawalawe to Ella Night in Ella Day 7 Ella Rock + Nine Arch Bridge Night in Ella Day 8 Visit Haputale Lipton’s Seat and Dambatenne Tea Factory Train ride back from Haputale to Ella Night in Ella Day 9 Little Adam’s Peak + drive from Ella to Arugam Bay Night in Arugam Bay Day 10 Visit Arugam Bay and surrounding areas Night in Arugam Bay Day 11 Visit Arugam Bay and surrounding areas Night in Arugam Bay Day 12 Drive from Arugam Bay to Batticaloa Night in Batticaloa Day 13 Visit Batticaloa Night in Batticaloa Day 14 Drive from Batticaloa to Sigiriya Night in Sigiriya Day 15 Lion Rock and Pidurangala Night in Sigiriya Day 16 Visit Dambulla Drive from Sigiriya to Trincomalee Night in Trincomalee Day 17 Visit Trincomalee and surrounding areas Night in Trincomalee Day 18 Visit Trincomalee and surrounding areas Night in Trincomalee Day 19 Drive from Trincomalee to Anuradhapura Night in Anuradhapura Day 20 Visit Anuradhapura Night in Anuradhapura Day 21 Visit Mihintale Drive from Anuradhapura to Negombo Night in Negombo Day 22 Day in Negombo and return flight
We’d love to hear your thoughts and tips! Thanks in advance!
We’re heading to Sri Lanka for three weeks in July with two kids (ages 6 and 13). We’ve drafted a rough itinerary but would love to hear from those who’ve already been there 😊 Of course, we want to see everything, but we have to make choices—even though three weeks on the ground lets us do quite a bit. We originally planned a schedule that felt too packed, so we had to cut one stop. We decided to skip Tangalle, even though we were really tempted. The monsoon won’t let us swim there, and the weather in the south is too uncertain, so we preferred to keep our stops on the east coast. Plus, we don’t think it’s reasonable to cut nights from other places. We’ve added a stop in Batticaloa, which we think will be a nice break between Arugam Bay and Sigiriya. What do you think? We’re also debating between Batticaloa and Passikudah. Does the itinerary seem logical to you?
Here it is:
Sri Lanka Itinerary Day 1 Arrival around 1 PM at the airport Night in Negombo Day 2 Drive from Negombo to Galle Visit Galle and surrounding areas Night in Galle Day 3 Visit Galle and surrounding areas Night in Galle Day 4 Visit Galle and surrounding areas Drive from Galle to Udawalawe Night in Udawalawe Day 5 Visit Udawalawe National Park Night in Udawalawe Day 6 Drive from Udawalawe to Ella Night in Ella Day 7 Ella Rock + Nine Arch Bridge Night in Ella Day 8 Visit Haputale Lipton’s Seat and Dambatenne Tea Factory Train ride back from Haputale to Ella Night in Ella Day 9 Little Adam’s Peak + drive from Ella to Arugam Bay Night in Arugam Bay Day 10 Visit Arugam Bay and surrounding areas Night in Arugam Bay Day 11 Visit Arugam Bay and surrounding areas Night in Arugam Bay Day 12 Drive from Arugam Bay to Batticaloa Night in Batticaloa Day 13 Visit Batticaloa Night in Batticaloa Day 14 Drive from Batticaloa to Sigiriya Night in Sigiriya Day 15 Lion Rock and Pidurangala Night in Sigiriya Day 16 Visit Dambulla Drive from Sigiriya to Trincomalee Night in Trincomalee Day 17 Visit Trincomalee and surrounding areas Night in Trincomalee Day 18 Visit Trincomalee and surrounding areas Night in Trincomalee Day 19 Drive from Trincomalee to Anuradhapura Night in Anuradhapura Day 20 Visit Anuradhapura Night in Anuradhapura Day 21 Visit Mihintale Drive from Anuradhapura to Negombo Night in Negombo Day 22 Day in Negombo and return flight
We’d love to hear your thoughts and tips! Thanks in advance!
We’re planning a 4-month trip in spring 2027. We’re looking for a third destination that optimizes transport costs. Ideally, somewhere very different from the other two (Polynesia and Indonesia). Thanks
Hi everyone!
We’re so excited to be heading to Italy for the first time this April with our two kids for a week. We’ve booked our round-trip flight, and we’ll be arriving and departing from Pisa.
Our rough plan so far includes visiting Pisa, taking the train to Florence, and exploring the Cinque Terre. Last night, a friend also suggested adding Siena to the list.
Our kids are 12 and 9 and are used to walking, but we’re not looking to rush around too much. We’d love any advice, especially about accommodation. Should we stay in Pisa and take day trips by train, or split our nights between a couple of different places?
We’re just starting our research, so any tips would be amazing! 😉
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone.
A few days ago, I asked my 14-year-old son to pick a destination for a trip, and he chose Germany. So, we’re heading to Berlin for four days in February. The catch is that I don’t know this city (or this country) at all—I hadn’t even considered visiting just a month ago .
Could you please share some suggestions to make this first mother-son trip abroad a success? 🙂
Thanks for your tips and great deals.
Nanyne
Hi everyone,
Next summer, we (2 adults and a 12-year-old child) have decided to visit Japan.
Admittedly, it’s still early to plan everything, but my wife will soon need to request her vacation time—either in August or July... and we’re hesitating.
I know summer isn’t the ideal time to visit Japan, but we don’t really have a choice... It’s either July or August. On one hand, I’d love to experience the O-Bon festivities from August 14th to 16th, and I’ve drafted an initial itinerary that would let us experience the Gujo Hachiman Bon Odori, possibly visit the Okunoin Cemetery in Koyasan, and be in Kyoto on the 16th for the Gozan Okuribi fires. But on the other hand, I’m worried it’ll be *packed*, especially in Kyoto, and less enjoyable than in July. So, have any of you experienced these celebrations? Are they worth it? Too crowded? Do you know of other celebrations or festivals in July? Thanks for your input!
Next summer, we (2 adults and a 12-year-old child) have decided to visit Japan.
Admittedly, it’s still early to plan everything, but my wife will soon need to request her vacation time—either in August or July... and we’re hesitating.
I know summer isn’t the ideal time to visit Japan, but we don’t really have a choice... It’s either July or August. On one hand, I’d love to experience the O-Bon festivities from August 14th to 16th, and I’ve drafted an initial itinerary that would let us experience the Gujo Hachiman Bon Odori, possibly visit the Okunoin Cemetery in Koyasan, and be in Kyoto on the 16th for the Gozan Okuribi fires. But on the other hand, I’m worried it’ll be *packed*, especially in Kyoto, and less enjoyable than in July. So, have any of you experienced these celebrations? Are they worth it? Too crowded? Do you know of other celebrations or festivals in July? Thanks for your input!
Hello,
I’m reaching out because I’ve already read tons of info from other forums (thanks a million, by the way!) and blogs, but now I’m overwhelmed with details and have so many questions. I’m really hoping you can help us figure this out! Here’s the plan: We’re leaving France for Senegal in our camper van (with two kids, aged 4 and 7), then shipping the van to South Africa before heading to Namibia. We’re planning to leave this summer and should arrive in South Africa in early September. The goal is to reach Réunion by early December, which gives us 3 months to explore Southern Africa. Originally, we wanted to pick up the van in Cape Town, head up to Namibia, and visit the main parks and iconic spots, then go north to Botswana (Etosha Park) and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) before heading back down to South Africa to enjoy the milder temperatures while exploring the country. But now we’re wondering how to get back to South Africa. We’ve come up with three options: - Head back down through Botswana: I’ve read everywhere that Botswana isn’t recommended for kids under 6 (most parks) because it can be potentially dangerous—few enclosures for animals (even though we have a camper van with "secure" beds), and the agencies we’ve contacted don’t recommend it. Plus, southern Botswana is tough to navigate in a camper van. - Return from central Botswana (Maun) to Windhoek and drive back to Cape Town via Namibia. - Cross Zimbabwe and potentially Mozambique to head down to Kruger Park and Johannesburg.
Anyone familiar with this region have any recommendations?
Also, is it necessary to book accommodations in advance? Is that only required in certain countries (maybe Botswana/Zimbabwe)? We’d like a mix of camping and lodges.
All advice is welcome!
I’m reaching out because I’ve already read tons of info from other forums (thanks a million, by the way!) and blogs, but now I’m overwhelmed with details and have so many questions. I’m really hoping you can help us figure this out! Here’s the plan: We’re leaving France for Senegal in our camper van (with two kids, aged 4 and 7), then shipping the van to South Africa before heading to Namibia. We’re planning to leave this summer and should arrive in South Africa in early September. The goal is to reach Réunion by early December, which gives us 3 months to explore Southern Africa. Originally, we wanted to pick up the van in Cape Town, head up to Namibia, and visit the main parks and iconic spots, then go north to Botswana (Etosha Park) and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) before heading back down to South Africa to enjoy the milder temperatures while exploring the country. But now we’re wondering how to get back to South Africa. We’ve come up with three options: - Head back down through Botswana: I’ve read everywhere that Botswana isn’t recommended for kids under 6 (most parks) because it can be potentially dangerous—few enclosures for animals (even though we have a camper van with "secure" beds), and the agencies we’ve contacted don’t recommend it. Plus, southern Botswana is tough to navigate in a camper van. - Return from central Botswana (Maun) to Windhoek and drive back to Cape Town via Namibia. - Cross Zimbabwe and potentially Mozambique to head down to Kruger Park and Johannesburg.
Anyone familiar with this region have any recommendations?
Also, is it necessary to book accommodations in advance? Is that only required in certain countries (maybe Botswana/Zimbabwe)? We’d like a mix of camping and lodges.
All advice is welcome!
Hi there,
We’re planning a two-week trip to Colombia with our two kids at the end of July – early August, with a round-trip flight to Cartagena.
What itinerary would you recommend, knowing we’d prefer to avoid domestic flights?
We were thinking of Cartagena, Tayrona Park, Mompox, and maybe an island.
Do you think it’s a shame to skip big cities like Bogotá or Medellín?
Thanks so much in advance for your help!
Good morning! We're heading to Cape Verde for 2 weeks at the end of April—São Vicente, Boa Vista, and Santiago. We’re a family of 5: 3 kids (4, 6, and 12) and 2 adults.
My questions revolve around beaches (a spot with interesting snorkeling and safe swimming for the kids), accommodation (kid-friendly, parks nearby, pool, beach, or nature—more like guesthouses or family-run pensions), hikes (accessible for kids), and whether renting a car makes sense depending on the island, even though local buses are an adventure in themselves.
**Santiago:** - Beach & snorkeling: Tarrafal, Quebra Canela in Praia, Ribeira da Barca (okay for kids?), Águas Belas? - Any nice places to stay? - Hikes: Malagueta?, Baobab Boa Entrada, Pico António (accessible? elevation gain, time to climb, difficulty, interest for kids?)
**Boa Vista:** - Beach + snorkeling: Santa Mónica, Praia de Chaves, Gatas, ... Estoril Beach in Sal Rei maybe? - Can we swim at Turtle Bay to see the turtles even though it’s not nesting season? - Any nice places to stay? - Hikes: Viana Desert? Can we explore it solo by renting a 4x4 and easily find the points of interest? - Is it worth renting a 4x4 for our stay in Boa Vista?
**São Vicente:** - Beach + snorkeling: Laginha, Porto Grande, Praia Grande, Baía das Gatas, São Pedro...? (safe, good snorkeling?) - Any nice places to stay? - Hikes: cliffs?, Monte Verde?
Thanks for your feedback, great tips—especially for accommodation where we’re totally in the dark! And your thoughts on whether renting a car is a good idea and which beaches are safest for kids.
See you soon! Christophe
My questions revolve around beaches (a spot with interesting snorkeling and safe swimming for the kids), accommodation (kid-friendly, parks nearby, pool, beach, or nature—more like guesthouses or family-run pensions), hikes (accessible for kids), and whether renting a car makes sense depending on the island, even though local buses are an adventure in themselves.
**Santiago:** - Beach & snorkeling: Tarrafal, Quebra Canela in Praia, Ribeira da Barca (okay for kids?), Águas Belas? - Any nice places to stay? - Hikes: Malagueta?, Baobab Boa Entrada, Pico António (accessible? elevation gain, time to climb, difficulty, interest for kids?)
**Boa Vista:** - Beach + snorkeling: Santa Mónica, Praia de Chaves, Gatas, ... Estoril Beach in Sal Rei maybe? - Can we swim at Turtle Bay to see the turtles even though it’s not nesting season? - Any nice places to stay? - Hikes: Viana Desert? Can we explore it solo by renting a 4x4 and easily find the points of interest? - Is it worth renting a 4x4 for our stay in Boa Vista?
**São Vicente:** - Beach + snorkeling: Laginha, Porto Grande, Praia Grande, Baía das Gatas, São Pedro...? (safe, good snorkeling?) - Any nice places to stay? - Hikes: cliffs?, Monte Verde?
Thanks for your feedback, great tips—especially for accommodation where we’re totally in the dark! And your thoughts on whether renting a car is a good idea and which beaches are safest for kids.
See you soon! Christophe
Hi,
We’d like to visit the Alpes de Haute-Provence for 2 weeks with our 2 (adult) kids.
Any ideas for things to see and do?
Where should we choose our accommodation (house only) to be centrally located for sightseeing? We’re looking for villages with restaurants and bakeries.
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Best regards
Hi there, we’re heading to Tuscany in the second half of August with two kids (8 and 6 years old).
We’ve zeroed in on the area around Siena and Florence for now.
I’m looking for recommendations on places to stay and things to see that are great for families.
Also, just to add, we’ll be traveling by train and plan to rent a car once we’re there—any tips on car rental companies?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Hello everyone,
We’ve decided to head to Quebec next year—it’s been a dream for the whole family (after watching so many travel shows and the like...). There’ll be five of us: 2 adults, 2 teens (16 and 13), and a child (8 years old). We’re all pretty good walkers, though maybe the teens a little less so—it’s just that age, you know? 😊 That said, they’ve got no problem doing 15 km hikes, just not every single day.
We’re planning to go from July 23 to August 14, arriving and departing from Montreal, so almost 3 weeks. I’ve started looking into logistics and accommodation prices, but before I dive into bookings, I’d love some advice on the itinerary. I’ve read a few threads here and there. Our idea is to visit between 3 and 5 different places over the 3 weeks, so that means the same number of accommodations. The goal is to optimize travel as much as possible—I’ve realized that getting around can take a long time. I think the first two days will be in Montreal to adjust to the time difference, and the last two in Quebec City, though that’s not set in stone.
Anyway, I’m not really sure about the route. I’ve got time to plan everything, but I know the longer we wait, the more expensive and scarce accommodations will get. Same goes for budget—we’ve set aside a mid-range budget, flights included: 3k per person (1k for the flight). So if you’ve got any great tips or advice, we’re all ears!
I was thinking of going up the St. Lawrence River, but I’m not sure how long that takes or where to stop. Maybe there are other places worth visiting farther away...
Anyway, thanks for reading this far! If you’ve got any questions, don’t hesitate.
Thanks, everyone.
We’re planning to go from July 23 to August 14, arriving and departing from Montreal, so almost 3 weeks. I’ve started looking into logistics and accommodation prices, but before I dive into bookings, I’d love some advice on the itinerary. I’ve read a few threads here and there. Our idea is to visit between 3 and 5 different places over the 3 weeks, so that means the same number of accommodations. The goal is to optimize travel as much as possible—I’ve realized that getting around can take a long time. I think the first two days will be in Montreal to adjust to the time difference, and the last two in Quebec City, though that’s not set in stone.
Anyway, I’m not really sure about the route. I’ve got time to plan everything, but I know the longer we wait, the more expensive and scarce accommodations will get. Same goes for budget—we’ve set aside a mid-range budget, flights included: 3k per person (1k for the flight). So if you’ve got any great tips or advice, we’re all ears!
I was thinking of going up the St. Lawrence River, but I’m not sure how long that takes or where to stop. Maybe there are other places worth visiting farther away...
Anyway, thanks for reading this far! If you’ve got any questions, don’t hesitate.
Thanks, everyone.
Hi there
I hope you're starting this new year with your head full of travel memories or plans!!
I’d love to spend a week in July on a Greek island with my 8-year-old son. I’m totally in love with Amorgos, but not all the beaches are accessible for him. I’ve been to Santorini and Naxos before and don’t want to go back. Would you have an island to recommend that’s not too crowded 😕, with a few accessible beaches and where we won’t have to fight to get around or park?
Have a great day Christelle
I hope you're starting this new year with your head full of travel memories or plans!!
I’d love to spend a week in July on a Greek island with my 8-year-old son. I’m totally in love with Amorgos, but not all the beaches are accessible for him. I’ve been to Santorini and Naxos before and don’t want to go back. Would you have an island to recommend that’s not too crowded 😕, with a few accessible beaches and where we won’t have to fight to get around or park?
Have a great day Christelle
Hello,
A few months ago, I posted a message in the Southern Africa section about a family trip in July/August. In the end, since I had too much trouble deciding on the destination and procrastinated too much with the planning 😎, I changed my mind and we’re going for a completely different trip—to Madagascar, a country we already know a bit since we’ve traveled there several times for 4 to 6 months each time, though our last visit was back in 2012!
The tickets are booked: 19 days on the ground (excluding arrival and departure days in Tana), spanning July and August.
We’re not looking to rack up landscapes (and kilometers). The kids really want to see lots of animals, while we mostly want to show them what daily life is like in Malagasy villages. So ideally, we’d like a trip split into two parts: - For 8/10 days, a hiking portion. The idea isn’t to do a tough trek in very remote areas but rather to walk from one village to another. Let’s say 3-4 hours a day. And when we arrive in each village, we’d have time to explore a bit, chat with the locals, let our kids play with the village children, etc. Stay with locals when possible. Move to a new village every day or every 2-3 days. - A few days visiting 1 or 2 national parks (with lemurs if possible to keep everyone happy!) - With the inevitable travel days, we’ll quickly hit 19 days.
Does this kind of trip sound doable (and fun) to you? Do you know of any villages that would fit our hiking plans?
I don’t have a preferred region yet, except that very dry landscapes appeal to me less. My real love from past trips was the highlands and their bright green rice paddies against red earth, but I’m a bit worried about the cold at this time of year.
After my initial research (thanks to this forum), I get the impression that the Ambalavao/Ambohimahamasina area might meet our criteria. I saw there are "accueil paysan" (farm stays) in that area, which could match what we’re looking for and would let us visit Andringitra National Park and Ranomafana on the way there or back.
But I’m open to all your more original ideas!
For logistical questions (transport, guides, accommodations, etc.), I’ll tackle those later—it’ll depend on the area we choose.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions
A few months ago, I posted a message in the Southern Africa section about a family trip in July/August. In the end, since I had too much trouble deciding on the destination and procrastinated too much with the planning 😎, I changed my mind and we’re going for a completely different trip—to Madagascar, a country we already know a bit since we’ve traveled there several times for 4 to 6 months each time, though our last visit was back in 2012!
The tickets are booked: 19 days on the ground (excluding arrival and departure days in Tana), spanning July and August.
We’re not looking to rack up landscapes (and kilometers). The kids really want to see lots of animals, while we mostly want to show them what daily life is like in Malagasy villages. So ideally, we’d like a trip split into two parts: - For 8/10 days, a hiking portion. The idea isn’t to do a tough trek in very remote areas but rather to walk from one village to another. Let’s say 3-4 hours a day. And when we arrive in each village, we’d have time to explore a bit, chat with the locals, let our kids play with the village children, etc. Stay with locals when possible. Move to a new village every day or every 2-3 days. - A few days visiting 1 or 2 national parks (with lemurs if possible to keep everyone happy!) - With the inevitable travel days, we’ll quickly hit 19 days.
Does this kind of trip sound doable (and fun) to you? Do you know of any villages that would fit our hiking plans?
I don’t have a preferred region yet, except that very dry landscapes appeal to me less. My real love from past trips was the highlands and their bright green rice paddies against red earth, but I’m a bit worried about the cold at this time of year.
After my initial research (thanks to this forum), I get the impression that the Ambalavao/Ambohimahamasina area might meet our criteria. I saw there are "accueil paysan" (farm stays) in that area, which could match what we’re looking for and would let us visit Andringitra National Park and Ranomafana on the way there or back.
But I’m open to all your more original ideas!
For logistical questions (transport, guides, accommodations, etc.), I’ll tackle those later—it’ll depend on the area we choose.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions
Dear Travelers,
We’re a family with young kids (6 years old, 3 years old, and a newborn) and we’d like to spend about ten days in Aquitaine (in Gironde or Les Landes). We’d love to be near pretty villages to visit and, if possible, close to the sea. We’re planning to stay at a campsite with a pool so the kids can play. Could you recommend any places/villages/campsites for us? We don’t know the region at all.
Thanks so much!
Camille
We’re a family with young kids (6 years old, 3 years old, and a newborn) and we’d like to spend about ten days in Aquitaine (in Gironde or Les Landes). We’d love to be near pretty villages to visit and, if possible, close to the sea. We’re planning to stay at a campsite with a pool so the kids can play. Could you recommend any places/villages/campsites for us? We don’t know the region at all.
Thanks so much!
Camille
Hi there,
We’re a family of five (our kids are 6, 15, and 19) and we’d love to go somewhere warm with our feet in the water during the first two weeks of August 2026. We’d also like to do some cultural visits and a bit of hiking. We were thinking of Guadeloupe—I know it’s not the ideal time of year, but we don’t have much flexibility. Is it really a bad idea, or can we still enjoy it despite the weather?
Another option for us would be Madeira, which seems more reliable weather-wise, but it sounds like the beaches are less accessible and not as nice.
We haven’t really looked elsewhere because everything else (except the Canary Islands, Balearics, or Corsica) seems way too expensive. But if you’ve got any recommendations, don’t hesitate—we’re just starting to look into it.
Thanks so much,
Pierre
We’re a family of five (our kids are 6, 15, and 19) and we’d love to go somewhere warm with our feet in the water during the first two weeks of August 2026. We’d also like to do some cultural visits and a bit of hiking. We were thinking of Guadeloupe—I know it’s not the ideal time of year, but we don’t have much flexibility. Is it really a bad idea, or can we still enjoy it despite the weather?
Another option for us would be Madeira, which seems more reliable weather-wise, but it sounds like the beaches are less accessible and not as nice.
We haven’t really looked elsewhere because everything else (except the Canary Islands, Balearics, or Corsica) seems way too expensive. But if you’ve got any recommendations, don’t hesitate—we’re just starting to look into it.
Thanks so much,
Pierre
Hi,
This summer, we’re spending a month in Malaysia. There are 3 adults and two kids in our group. I’ve just finished planning our itinerary and I’d love to get your thoughts on whether it feels "coherent."
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Christelle
07/07 Depart France 10:30 AM
08/07 Arrive KL 7:50 PM
09/07 KL
10/07 KL / Batu Caves
11/07 KL
12/07 KL → Kuching (flight)
13/07 Kuching
14/07 Bako National Park
15/07 Bako → Kuching
16/07 Semenggoh Reserve
17/07 Kuching → Mulu (flight)
18/07 Mulu National Park
19/07 Mulu → Kota Kinabalu (flight)
20/07 Kota Kinabalu → Sandakan (flight)
21/07 Kinabatangan
22/07 Kinabatangan → Sandakan / Sandakan → KL (flight)
23/07 Malacca
24/07 Malacca → Chin Swee Caves Temple
25/07 Chin Swee Caves Temple → Kuala Tahan / Taman Negara Park
26/07 Taman Negara Park
27/07 Kuala Tahan → Kuala Besut
28/07 Perhentian Islands
29/07 Perhentian Islands
30/07 Perhentian Islands
31/07 Perhentian → George Town
01/08 George Town / Penang
02/08 George Town / Penang
03/08 Ipoh
04/08 Cameron Highlands
05/08 Return to KL
06/08 Return to France
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a 3-week trip to Malaysia this July with my 6-year-old son.
I’d thought we’d go this year, but we ended up returning to Samui instead.
I’ve decided to limit it to 4 stops to avoid moving around too often and to fully enjoy each place without rushing. The travel times between each spot aren’t too long, except for the one between Sandakan and Langkawi.
* 05: Arrival in KL in the afternoon. 06: Day in KL. I’ve been there a few times and know the city a bit.
* 07: Head to Kota Kinabalu 08 – 09: In KK
* 10: Flight from Sandakan to Sepilok 11: In Sepilok
* 12: Flight to Kinabatangan 13 – 14: In Kinabatangan
* 15: Head to Langkawi 15 – 21: In Langkawi
* 22: Return to KL 23 – 24: In KL
* 25: Return flight
Any thoughts on this itinerary? I have a rough idea of what we’ll do at each stop after checking online and with ChatGPT.
Thanks! 🙂
I’ve decided to limit it to 4 stops to avoid moving around too often and to fully enjoy each place without rushing. The travel times between each spot aren’t too long, except for the one between Sandakan and Langkawi.
* 05: Arrival in KL in the afternoon. 06: Day in KL. I’ve been there a few times and know the city a bit.
* 07: Head to Kota Kinabalu 08 – 09: In KK
* 10: Flight from Sandakan to Sepilok 11: In Sepilok
* 12: Flight to Kinabatangan 13 – 14: In Kinabatangan
* 15: Head to Langkawi 15 – 21: In Langkawi
* 22: Return to KL 23 – 24: In KL
* 25: Return flight
Any thoughts on this itinerary? I have a rough idea of what we’ll do at each stop after checking online and with ChatGPT.
Thanks! 🙂
Hi there,
We’re heading out at the end of February for a road trip with our two kids, ages 3 and 7. Our itinerary includes Ait Ben Haddou, Tizi-n-Tichka, Sourate, Tinghir, Zagora, Ouarzazate, Ouzoud, and Essaouira. I’d love recommendations for accommodations, restaurants, and typical/spectacular spots to visit. We’d like to spend a night in the Zagora desert. We’re looking for authenticity and a friendly vibe—not tourist traps—for our trip. We’ll be there during Ramadan—any tips? Thanks in advance!
Your fellow globetrotter’s perspective is invaluable.
We’re heading out at the end of February for a road trip with our two kids, ages 3 and 7. Our itinerary includes Ait Ben Haddou, Tizi-n-Tichka, Sourate, Tinghir, Zagora, Ouarzazate, Ouzoud, and Essaouira. I’d love recommendations for accommodations, restaurants, and typical/spectacular spots to visit. We’d like to spend a night in the Zagora desert. We’re looking for authenticity and a friendly vibe—not tourist traps—for our trip. We’ll be there during Ramadan—any tips? Thanks in advance!
Your fellow globetrotter’s perspective is invaluable.
Hi there!
After our Central Asia trip this summer, we’ll be setting foot in Africa for the first time next February with our three kids (ages 5, 13, and 17).
I’ve fine-tuned a little itinerary with ChatGPT based on our interests and expectations, and here’s what came out:
Tuesday, February 24 — Dakar
Landing at 1:00 AM
Early afternoon: visit Gorée Island
Back to Dakar, light dinner
7:00 PM: boarding the ferry “Aline Sitoé Diatta”
Overnight on board (cabin)
Wednesday, February 25 — Ziguinchor
Arrival between 9:00–11:00 AM
Staying with a local host
Stroll: Saint-Maur market, river port
Overnight in Ziguinchor
Thursday, February 26 – Saturday, February 28 — Casamance (Cap Skirring & Oussouye)
February 26: Ziguinchor → Carabane road trip, explore the island, overnight on the island
February 27: Cap Skirring, beach time
February 28: Cap Skirring, relaxation, stroll, beach
Sunday, March 1 – Tuesday, March 3 — Oussouye
Head to Oussouye (~1 hour)
Discover Diola villages, rice fields, market, handicrafts
Overnights: Oussouye (3 nights)
Wednesday, March 4 – Friday, March 6 — Sine-Saloum
Drive to Toubacouta via the Trans-Gambian Highway (Gambia)
Stay with a local host / camp on the bolongs
Activities: pirogue ride in the delta, Serer villages, biking, handicraft discovery
Overnights: Sine-Saloum (3 nights)
Saturday, March 7 – Sunday, March 8 — Petite Côte
Drive to Somone / Ngaparou (~3 hours)
Stay with a local host
Activities: beach, safari at Bandia Reserve, kayaking on the lagoon, craft market
Overnights: Petite Côte (2 nights, including Sunday, March 8, to enjoy the full day before the nighttime departure)
Monday, March 9 — Departure
Transfer to Blaise Diagne International Airport (~45 minutes)
Flight leaves at 2:00 AM
I’ve got a few questions:
- Is an afternoon on Gorée Island worth it? I really want to go, but the ferry departure days are a bit limiting. - How easy is it to get around between these different stops? Can we find a taxi that fits all five of us? - Do you have any accommodation recommendations? I’d love to stay with locals as much as possible—we’re not looking for luxury, just a bed and a shower. - February 28 is my birthday, and I’d love to do something “special”: any ideas for a nice place to stay, a great restaurant, or an out-of-the-ordinary activity? We’ll be around Cap Skirring. - Does this itinerary seem coherent? I really want to visit Casamance, and we’d prefer to stay no more than 3 nights in the same place.
Don’t hesitate to share your tips! Thanks so much!
After our Central Asia trip this summer, we’ll be setting foot in Africa for the first time next February with our three kids (ages 5, 13, and 17).
I’ve fine-tuned a little itinerary with ChatGPT based on our interests and expectations, and here’s what came out:
Tuesday, February 24 — Dakar
Landing at 1:00 AM
Early afternoon: visit Gorée Island
Back to Dakar, light dinner
7:00 PM: boarding the ferry “Aline Sitoé Diatta”
Overnight on board (cabin)
Wednesday, February 25 — Ziguinchor
Arrival between 9:00–11:00 AM
Staying with a local host
Stroll: Saint-Maur market, river port
Overnight in Ziguinchor
Thursday, February 26 – Saturday, February 28 — Casamance (Cap Skirring & Oussouye)
February 26: Ziguinchor → Carabane road trip, explore the island, overnight on the island
February 27: Cap Skirring, beach time
February 28: Cap Skirring, relaxation, stroll, beach
Sunday, March 1 – Tuesday, March 3 — Oussouye
Head to Oussouye (~1 hour)
Discover Diola villages, rice fields, market, handicrafts
Overnights: Oussouye (3 nights)
Wednesday, March 4 – Friday, March 6 — Sine-Saloum
Drive to Toubacouta via the Trans-Gambian Highway (Gambia)
Stay with a local host / camp on the bolongs
Activities: pirogue ride in the delta, Serer villages, biking, handicraft discovery
Overnights: Sine-Saloum (3 nights)
Saturday, March 7 – Sunday, March 8 — Petite Côte
Drive to Somone / Ngaparou (~3 hours)
Stay with a local host
Activities: beach, safari at Bandia Reserve, kayaking on the lagoon, craft market
Overnights: Petite Côte (2 nights, including Sunday, March 8, to enjoy the full day before the nighttime departure)
Monday, March 9 — Departure
Transfer to Blaise Diagne International Airport (~45 minutes)
Flight leaves at 2:00 AM
I’ve got a few questions:
- Is an afternoon on Gorée Island worth it? I really want to go, but the ferry departure days are a bit limiting. - How easy is it to get around between these different stops? Can we find a taxi that fits all five of us? - Do you have any accommodation recommendations? I’d love to stay with locals as much as possible—we’re not looking for luxury, just a bed and a shower. - February 28 is my birthday, and I’d love to do something “special”: any ideas for a nice place to stay, a great restaurant, or an out-of-the-ordinary activity? We’ll be around Cap Skirring. - Does this itinerary seem coherent? I really want to visit Casamance, and we’d prefer to stay no more than 3 nights in the same place.
Don’t hesitate to share your tips! Thanks so much!
Hello,
I’d like to go to Morocco with my 10-year-old daughter for three weeks in February.
Do you think, as women traveling alone, we’ll feel comfortable? Sorry if my question seems odd, but when I mentioned my plans, I got some hesitant reactions.
I’ve never been to North Africa. I’ve traveled several times to the Sultanate of Oman, where I felt very at ease as long as we respected the basic cultural norms. For those who know Morocco, do you think it’s different? Would it be appropriate for me to cover my head?
I was thinking of arriving in Agadir and spending a few days in Taghazout and the surrounding area. After that, if you have any tips, I’m all ears. We’re looking to discover Moroccan cultures, see artisans at work, or even try our hand at a local craft—we’d love that. Simply meeting families, seeing landscapes, animals, and soaking in the culture gently, opening ourselves to something new—that’s what motivates us. And if there are opportunities to listen to local music, even better.
We’ll be traveling by public transport. Thanks in advance for your ideas. Happy travels to everyone.
I was thinking of arriving in Agadir and spending a few days in Taghazout and the surrounding area. After that, if you have any tips, I’m all ears. We’re looking to discover Moroccan cultures, see artisans at work, or even try our hand at a local craft—we’d love that. Simply meeting families, seeing landscapes, animals, and soaking in the culture gently, opening ourselves to something new—that’s what motivates us. And if there are opportunities to listen to local music, even better.
We’ll be traveling by public transport. Thanks in advance for your ideas. Happy travels to everyone.
we’re taking our grandkids in early 2026 (14 and 10 years old) without their parents. Do we really need to have birth certificates and other forms translated by a sworn translator?
Hi there, I’m really sorry if this question has already been asked several times—I’ve been scouring blogs, forums, and various sites for a while now, but I still have some more specific questions for our trip...
First off, we’re a family of four with two kids aged 10 and 14. We’ve already been to Thailand and Laos five times with them (each trip lasting a month or six weeks), and we’re huge Thailand lovers, but this year we’d like to discover Indonesia, which we don’t know at all (for a duration of 4 or 5 weeks between late June and late July). We travel pretty "roots" style with a budget of 100 € per day and avoid touristy areas as much as possible. We get around using local transport, rent scooters, and take our time (for a one-month trip, we usually visit 4 destinations to really soak it in). So here are my upcoming questions:
For a first visit, I wanted to focus on a single island—Lombok—by taking a flight from Paris to Denpasar and then a boat to Lombok. Do you think the following route would work? - Kuta Lombok - Gili Gede - Gili Meno - Tetebatu
I saw there’s a local boat to Lombok—has anyone here taken it before? For those who’ve been there during this period, do you know if Gili Meno and Gili Gede get crowded, or should we focus more on the coasts? To get between these spots, are there buses, or do we need to take private taxis? As for accommodations, we’re used to booking triple rooms for all four of us in Thailand. For those who travel with kids, do you know if that’s doable in Indonesia, or should we book two double rooms instead?
Last (slightly silly) question: We want to go to Indonesia because our son dreams of seeing beautiful marine life while snorkeling—I think Lombok is a good choice for that. But my daughter is a huge fan of those "knick-knack" markets full of Chinese trinkets that you find all over Thailand. Do you know if Lombok has any day or night markets where we could go?
Thank you so much for your help! !
First off, we’re a family of four with two kids aged 10 and 14. We’ve already been to Thailand and Laos five times with them (each trip lasting a month or six weeks), and we’re huge Thailand lovers, but this year we’d like to discover Indonesia, which we don’t know at all (for a duration of 4 or 5 weeks between late June and late July). We travel pretty "roots" style with a budget of 100 € per day and avoid touristy areas as much as possible. We get around using local transport, rent scooters, and take our time (for a one-month trip, we usually visit 4 destinations to really soak it in). So here are my upcoming questions:
For a first visit, I wanted to focus on a single island—Lombok—by taking a flight from Paris to Denpasar and then a boat to Lombok. Do you think the following route would work? - Kuta Lombok - Gili Gede - Gili Meno - Tetebatu
I saw there’s a local boat to Lombok—has anyone here taken it before? For those who’ve been there during this period, do you know if Gili Meno and Gili Gede get crowded, or should we focus more on the coasts? To get between these spots, are there buses, or do we need to take private taxis? As for accommodations, we’re used to booking triple rooms for all four of us in Thailand. For those who travel with kids, do you know if that’s doable in Indonesia, or should we book two double rooms instead?
Last (slightly silly) question: We want to go to Indonesia because our son dreams of seeing beautiful marine life while snorkeling—I think Lombok is a good choice for that. But my daughter is a huge fan of those "knick-knack" markets full of Chinese trinkets that you find all over Thailand. Do you know if Lombok has any day or night markets where we could go?
Thank you so much for your help! !




