nous partons 3 mois à partir de décembre avec notre fils de 2 ans et demi, et j'essaie de trouver de bonnes idées de matériel non encombrant pour nous faciliter la vie durant le voyage.
Quelqu'un a-t-il déjà testé le porte enfant Piggy Back Ridder? (lien enlevé)
Nous avons un super sac à dos Lafuma pour le porter, mais ce système a l'air si peu encombrant qu'il m'emballe pas mal. Mais je me dis que pour un petit, c'est peut-être assez fatiguant à la longue.
Comme mon fils est en période d'apprentissage de la "propreté", j'ai trouvé ça aussi. Pas certaine que ce soit indispensable. Vous en dites quoi? (lien enlevé)
En fin, pour l'habituer à dormir dans un lit sans barreaux, j'ai trouvé ce système mais il ne s'adapte qu'à des petits lits (70x140cm). Donc inutile dans notre cas. Bon, sinon les coussins c'est ce que nous avons toujours utilisé, c'est pas mal non plus. http://www.natureetdecouvertes.com/...drap-houss...
Certains ont-ils des conseils de matériel à donner?
Je suis aussi preneuse pour racheter les objets dont vous n'avez plus l'utilité (Paris ou Lyon)
Il fera chaud et votre enfant est encore petit, la circulation un peu dingue donc vous devrez le porter regulierement soit parce qu'il est fatigue soit parce que c'est plus sur. Donc optez pour un bon porte-bebe. Le ergo baby est tout en coton et tres leger et facile a transporter car se plie comme un vetement, il convient bien aux enfants plus ages, mais l'inconvenient c'est que votre enfant sera colle a vous. Hors quand il fait tres ahcuad et humide, ca peut etre assez inconfortable et pour l'enfant et pour le parent. Sinon l'option porte bebe plus costaud genre Lafuma ou autre, c'est plus aere car bebe n'est pas colle a vous et en plus la plupart des modeles ont un protege soleil.
Pour le lit, franchement ne vous encombrez pas. Vous pourrez soit mettre le matelas de bebe parterre, soit au pire mettre une chaise et un oreiller sur le cote c'est ce que je fais avec mon 2eme de 3 ans quand on part en vacances.
Pour la proprete, la aussi ne vous encombrez pas de choses inutiles. Vous aurez surtout besoin de pas mal de changes...l'ideal si vous le pouvez c'est quand meme de laisser bebe les fesses nues pour qu'il apprenne plus vite. Ca evite aussi de faire trop de lessive. Mais bon pas forcement facile en voyage a l'hotel...a la plage ca peut aller mais sinon ca risque d'etre assez complique. J'aurais presque tendance a vous dire que si votre enfant n'est vraiment pas propre, laissez tomber pour le voyage, 3 mois c'est pas grand chose, et vous verrez en rentrant. Mais bon c'est vrai aussi que se tapper les couches pendant 3 mois c'est pas genial non plus!
J'imagine que vous prevoierez quand meme des couches pour les long trajets (avion, bus etc...) et les nuits? Donc bon en acheter pour la journee finalement ca change pas grand chose. Je vois avec mon 2eme on est en plein de dedans et autant a la maison ou a la garderie pas de soucis car on fait attention, on l'emmene toutes les heures, autant des qu'on est en vadrouille alors la c'est pipi dans la culotte assure car il n'est pas dans son environnement et nous on oublie...
Pour les bagages, je vous conseille de prendre un gros sac a dos de routard pour vous 3 ca permet d'avoir les mains libres, comme ca l'un porte le sac a dos, l'autre porte le bebe. Et pourquoi pas une petite valise a roulette si vous avez besoin de plus de place. Mais honnetement si vous avez l'intention de bouger souvent, alors optez pour le minimum sinon vous le regretterez une fois sur place!
on a voyagé cet été avec nos deux enfants de tout juste 2 et 4 ans en malaisie pendant un mois .
alors mon conseil pour le lit ne vous embetez pas , soit il y a des lits bébés , soit on poussait les lits pour en collé un contre le mur oui il dormait entre nous (les lits sont souvent en 160 ou 180 ...
nous on avait enmené une vielle poussette canne inclinable , elle nous a beaucoup servi pour les villes car quand il fait chaud le porte bébé c'est une horreur !!! on avait enmené un manduca (comme ergo baby ) mais la poussette avec canopy et petit ventilo c'etait le top !!! par contre ca fait les bras car il faut la porter souvent
on en avait meme une pour notre fille de 4 ans ... et heureusement car elle a été malade 3 jours (40° de fievre donc bien content de pouvoir la laisser dormir tranquille )
renseignez vous juste pour les couches , car en malaisie a certains endroits il n'y en avait pas ... ( les couches reprensentaient 1/4 de mon sac a dos )
ne vous encombrez pas de jouets , par contre ce qui nous a sauvé le voyage c'est une tablette avec dessins animés !!!
c'etait un peu son repère il la reclamait souvent .`
et on avait emporté une dizaine de sachet good gout de plat preparés , c'est sous vide pas lourd ca casse pas et ca se rechauffe dans l'eau bouillante . c'etait bien d'en avoir car il a bloqué sur la nourriture et n'acceptait de manger que du riz blanc et du ketchup donc tous les 3 jours on lui donnait un plat bébé pour lui faire un peu de legumes ...
Je suis partie plusieurs fois avec mon fils seule ou avec le papa dès ses 2 mois et je n'ai jamais pris grand chose comme matériel.
Un ergo baby (léger et peu encombrant), un biberon/gourde (avec du lait en poudre dans des sachets en plastique refermables à partir de 14 mois), des couches (pour les premiers jours), sa couverture préférée et ses doudous pour le dodo (ses repères). En Asie, nous avions pris la poussette-canne mais nous ne l'avons pas beaucoup utilisée (essentiellement pour les déplacements).
Pour dormir, je bouge aussi le lit pour le coller contre le mur et je mets des couvertures ou autres choses qui pourraient amortir une chute éventuelle.
Cet été, nous sommes partis avec lui aussi alors qu'il apprenait la propreté. Ce n'est pas évident et il faut toujours être prêt en cas de demande et demander régulièrement à l'enfant. Nous l'avons laissé courir un maximum avec des slips ou des maillots et il a été très vite propre. Une semaine après le début de l'apprentissage, nous avons pu faire un trajet de 8h en voiture sans accident. En voiture, nous pouvons nous arrêter facilement. Maintenant pour de longs trajets en bus où vous n'avez pas la possibilité de vous arrêter rapidement si nécessaire, c'est plus délicat. Pensez à prévoir des couches pour les trajets. Emportez-en avec vous au départ mais nous en avons trouvé facilement en Thaïlande et au Vietnam.
Voilà, pour moi, même avec les petits, on n'a pas besoin de grand chose.
J'espère vous avoir apporté quelques réponses et vous souhaite un bon voyage,
Laurence
Le voyage c'est ma vie. Découvrez nos aventures sur mon blog de voyage www.partispour.com
merci, en effet, après réflexion, je réalise que ce n'est que du superflu tous ces trucs. On va faire simple, léger. Déjà cet été en Grèce, on ne lui mettait pas souvent la couche car étions en permanence dehors, à la plage.
Sinon, on a prévu tout comme vous tous.
Un gros sac à dos et une valise en plus.
On a cette poussette qui est le truc le plus compact et le plus léger du monde, mais on ne prévoit pas de la prendre :
http://www.babyzen.com/fr/video-yoyo.php (ça se prend en cabine tellement c'est compact).
Quoi qu'il en soit, merci beaucoup de vos précieux conseils!
Pour la poussette c'est vrai que ca peut etre utile pour les siestes ou meme le soir. et ca evite d'avoir a porter bebe quand il est fatigue en journee. Mais le probleme c'est que la plupart du temps les trottoirs sont tellement defonces la poussette n'est pas utilisable. Vous risquez donc de vous encombrer pour rien. Le mieux serait un bon sac a dos pour porter bebe ce qui sera certainement le cas a son age car il est encore petit, surtout dans les ville avec le monde partout, le traffic etc...ca sera bien plus sur et pratique d'avoir un sac a dos qu'une poussette.
concernant la poussette nous en avions 2 , (2 enfants de 2 et4 ans ) et vraiment on ne regrette pas de les avoir emportées . surtout qu'on a fait kuala lumpur melaka singapour ala suite en 9 jours . A kl c'est un peu galere pour le metro car aucn ascenseur , mais dans la ville aucun soucis , ca fait un peu les bras pour passer les trotoirs , mais c'est quand meme beaucoup plus confortable que les porte bébés ou le porteur et le bébés transpirents +++ .
apres tout depend de ce ce que vous allez faire sur place , mais niveau valises il faut quand meme pourvoir trainer sa valise si l'enfant ne veut pas etre porté ( du coup on mettait le sac dans la poussette ) car si t'as ton enfant qui marche il faut lui tenir la main porter le porte bébé et la valise !!
l'ideal est d'emporter une poussette canne inclinable achetée &(e sur le bon coin et si vraiemnt elle ne sert pas la jeter sur place .
effectivement pour les iles on les a laissées a l'embarcadère .
en ville je pense que le petit de 2 ans a au moins dormis 2h par jours dans la poussette
Nous avions pris la poussette en Asie (deux enfants aussi de 17 mois et 5 ans). Nous ne l'avions utilisée que lors de nos déplacements avec les sacs à dos et à l'aéroport. Sinon, le reste du temps elle restait rangée à l'hôtel.
De manière générale, je n'aime pas les poussettes. Même si elles peuvent dans certains cas se révéler très pratiques. En attente dans un aéroport ou une gare, au restaurant le soir. En Asie, lorsque nous faisions des visites, je ne me voyais pas pousser mon fils au milieu de la folie de la circulation. Assis dans la poussette, son visage serait à la hauteur de tous les pots d'échappement des nombreux scooters, mobylettes, voitures et autres. De plus, je n'ai pas trouvé évident de rouler avec une poussette. Parfois, il n'y a pas de trottoirs ou ils sont trop étroits. Et donc, on se retrouve avec la poussette sur la route. Un danger de plus pour l'enfant. Je préfère donc le porter quand c'est nécessaire. Mais bon, là ce n'est que mon avis de maman qui n'aime pas du tout les poussettes.
Sinon, j'ai beaucoup voyagé seule avec lui en trains sans poussette. Quand j'avais les bagages, je le portais sur mon ventre et je portais mon sac sur le dos. C'est du sport mais on ne fait pas un trek non plus. Maintenant qu'il a 3 ans, je ne le porte plus quand j'ai les sacs. Et en visite, je le porte encore parfois dans un porte-bébé souple (moins encombrant et se range facilement dans un autre sac). Et il fait la sieste sur mon dos.
En résumé donc : une poussette peu encombrante c'est pratique et peut se révéler parfois utile. Plus facile à gérer aussi si vous êtes deux. Sinon, elle n'est pas indispensable.
Le voyage c'est ma vie. Découvrez nos aventures sur mon blog de voyage www.partispour.com
nous voyageons avec notre fils qui aura bientot 3 ans. vous demandez des conseils de matos voici les miens!! 😉Pour le portage: nous avons un ergobaby et le soir nous utilisons le Tonga (il est toujours dans mon sac même en France, et franchement comme portage d'appoint c'est super!!). L'année dernière pour Bali, nous avions un deuter III confort que nous avions modifié pour qu'ils soient plus physiologique, mais du coup nous avions qu'un sac pour nous 3 et c’était chaud!!! Nous n'avions pas pris de poussette par choix car c'est galère et très encombrant!Pour le dodo: Nous avons une pop-up, c'est pratique mais pour être honnête, il a plus souvent dormi entre nous que dedans!!pour la propreté: Nous avons un pot potette et franchement c'est pratique.pour les vêtements: je te conseille des vêtements couvrant pour les moustiques (type en lin) et dessous nous mettions des t-shirts UV pour protéger du soleil. 2 chapeaux (un que tu laisses au font du sac si vous perdez le 1er). Des chaussures en plastiques pour la piscine et la mer (sable) et des lunettes de soleil!!Une bonne trousse à pharmacie!!voila, j’espère que ça vous serras utile!! en tout cas, je vous souhaite un merveilleux voyage en famille car c'est juste formidable!!
l'itinéraire n'est pas fixé.
Un mois au Vietnam, puis une dizaine de jours par le Cambodge et le Laos, puis éventuellement une semaine pour retrouver de la famille en Thailand. Et 2 semaines aux Philippines pour retrouver des copains à la fin. Ca laisse 3 semaines au milieu, nous ne savons pas encore où. Soit plus de Philippines, soit un saut en Indonésie, soit plus de Thailand.
On avait pensé à la Birmanie, mais je n'ai pas envie d'ajouter trop de destinations. Au feeling quoi...
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Je pars d'ici 1-2 mois, et faisant déjà l'école à la maison avec mon aîné de 6 ans, je ne serai pas trop dépaysée niveau "rythmes" scolaires, par contre, avec…
I’ve read the forum a lot and found a wealth of information. I’ve tried to compile all of it into our itinerary and would love your feedback to finalize the bookings (we’re planning this *very* last-minute).
Here’s what we’re thinking of doing:
22 July: arrival in Johannesburg
Night of 22–23: Johannesburg
Nights of 23–26: Marloth Park (with Kruger visits on the 24th, 25th, and a crossing visit on the 26th)
Nights of 26–28: Graskop (visiting the canyon and Panorama Road on the 27th and 28th)
Nights of 28–30: Hoedspruit (visiting the central area of Kruger on the 29th?)
Nights of 30 July–1 August: Balule Park (private reserve with safari)
Nights of 1–5 August: flight from Hoedspruit to Cape Town, then 2 days in Cape Town, 1 day on the peninsula, and 2 days for wine (just the route) or something else based on your advice (we don’t know where to stay—whether to stay all 5 nights in Cape Town and where in the city, or do 2 nights in Cape Town and 3 nights nearby—but where?)
Night of 5–6 August: Kelders for penguins and whales
Nights of 6–8 August: Tsitsikamma (what is there to do/see?)
Nights of 8–10 August: Addo Park on the 9th
10 August: flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg and back home
What do you think?
Is there a lot of driving time?
We’d really appreciate your comments and suggestions.
Thanks!
Après avoir écumé le forum sans réussir à me décider, je me permets de solliciter vos conseils !
Après avoir voyagé 1 an de l'Iran à l'Indonésie avant de devenir maman, nous sommes enfin prêts avec mon conjoint à réaliser une premier grand voyage d'un mois avec nos enfants.
Nous aimerions 2/3 lieux à visiter, s'installer, rayonner autour.
Une destination assez facile (car nos enfants ne le sont pas tous les jours) mais je crains la Thaïlande (que je n'avais pas apprécié car trop touristique à l'époque).
Je pensais au Vietnam, que je connais pas. Peut être le Laos, mais passer quelques jours vers une belle plage c'est reposant avec 2 petits plein d'énergie..
Nous ne voulons pas enchainer les sites bondés et commerciaux, prendre le temps, et découvrir de beaux lieux.
I’d love some advice on choosing a Christmas destination for a trip with my partner and our two kids, aged 10 and 12.
We’re looking for a place where we can enjoy great, easy snorkeling with the kids—ideally from the beach or in shallow water.
And if possible, a beautiful spot to explore, with nature, hikes, and a more laid-back, backpacker-friendly vibe than big resorts or mass tourism.
A "reasonable" flight time and not too much jet lag would be ideal!
I’ve been considering Mauritius, Zanzibar (plus possibly Tanzania), Martinique, or Guadeloupe—but maybe you have other suggestions or thoughts on these options?
I wanted to share our experience after a 5-day trip to Armenia with my wife and our 8-month-old baby.
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.
We were looking for a change of scenery but not too complicated with a baby—and easy to organize (even though our travel agency helped us a lot, thanks to them! 😊). In the end, Armenia was a wonderful surprise. It’s not a "postcard-perfect" destination. It’s a raw, mountainous, ancient country with real depth.
And most importantly: Armenians *love* children.
That’s probably what surprised us the most. In restaurants, waitresses, owners, or even other customers would naturally come over to play with our baby, hold them for a few minutes, smile at them, or keep them entertained while we ate.
It wasn’t intrusive. It was very natural, very family-oriented. You can tell that children have a real place in society. For parents traveling with a baby, it’s honestly a pleasure.
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.
Day 2 — Etchmiadzin and Khor Virap
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.
Armenia isn’t a destination you consume quickly.
It’s a country that you *feel*.
For those who love cultural, spiritual, historical, family, and human-centered travel, I highly recommend it.
Hi everyone,
We're heading to Colombia soon for two weeks as a family with our two 10-year-old boys. I'm a bit behind on planning our itinerary and could really use your advice!
We arrive in Cartagena, where we'll spend 3 nights.
Next, we're heading to the Tayrona area for 3 nights. Could you recommend a nice hotel with a pool, ideally family-friendly? Unfortunately, Senda Watapuy and Senda Koguiwa are already fully booked for our dates.
After that, we were thinking of spending a few days in Minca. Is that a good idea in late July/early August? How many nights would you recommend?
Finally, we're looking for a last stop before returning to France. We've heard about Mompox, but we're hesitant because it seems like a big detour. We love nature, animals, beautiful landscapes, beaches, and authentic places. Do you think Mompox is worth the detour with two kids, or would you recommend another destination (Palomino, Barú, La Guajira...) instead?
We don’t want to take any domestic flights.
Thanks in advance for all your tips and experiences!
This summer, we’ve decided to do a 3-week road trip starting from Nice and heading down to Ksamil in Albania.
We’re leaving from Nice, and our route is already pretty much set:
Nice - Verona (Italy) - Rijeka (Croatia) - Zadar - Split - Budva (Montenegro) - Shkodër (Albania) - Ksamil, then back through Italy via Bari.
The itinerary is packed! 🙂
Do you have any suggestions for things to see—visits, beaches, viewpoints, villages, or excursions—to make the most of our journey?
Hi there, we're planning our vacation in Indonesia. We're a family with two kids aged 11 and 14. We leave on July 26th and return on August 17th, 2026.
We initially planned to visit Bali, Komodo, and Flores, but after looking into it more, we came across Sumatra, which is less touristy... a real plus for us. However, skipping Bali might be a shame.
I was wondering if spending 12 days in Sumatra and finishing with about 7 days in Bali is a doable plan.
Hi,
I’m traveling with my 5-year-old son this summer to Northern Thailand, Northern Vietnam, Yunnan, and Indonesia. I plan to equip him with a GPS tracker, but the SIM cards come with a contract. Do you know what the options are in Asia?
Thanks,
Nora
Hi there,
We’d like to spend 2 days in Lyon in May with our 8- and 12-year-old kids, exploring the city on foot.
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?
Hi there!
I’m planning a trip with my wife and our three kids (ages 9, 6, and 3) from April 16 to May 6.
I’ve started sketching out the itinerary, trying to alternate between visits, hikes, safaris, and downtime. I want to keep the pace relaxed given the kids’ ages.
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
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
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!
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.
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.
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?
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
