Je partirai 7 mois en Amérique du Sud en janvier. Je vais voir des amis en Argentine et le reste est à planifier. Si vous avez des coups de coeur faites savoir! Pour ceux et celles qui l'ont fait, combien d'argent avez-vous eu besoin? Y a-t-il des pays à éviter si l'on voyage seule? De plus, si vous avez des contacts pour du bénévolat, au Brésil par exemple, j'apprécierais! :)
La question est assez vaste dont je ne crois pas pouvoir répondre à tout maintenant mais bon
J'ai passé 2 mois en Amerique du sud en 2008 (ridicule à coté de tes 7 mois je sais ! mais quand même mieux que rien !)
Coups de coeurs et conseils en vrac
A mon avis région du Salar de Uyuni et Sud Lipez en Bolivie In-con-tour-nables, les paysages parmi les plus époustouflants que j'ai jamais vus.
Je citerais également les chutes d'Iguaçu et Machu Picchu, c'est bateeau mais tellement beau, à mon avis incontournable également en 7 mois en Amérique du Sud.
Je ne connais pas l'Amazonie brésilienne, mais un peu l'Amazonie équatorienne et surtout péruvienne, et là il faut s'attendre à des tarifs élevés, en gros une centaine de dollars US par jour pour les tours qui sont vendus. Mais c'est évidemment magnifique...
Les conseils classiques c'est, surtout dans les pays andins, attention à la foule ou il y a forcément un pickpoket qui va fouiller tes poches, attention dans les gares routières ne jamais quitter son sac des yeux,
En Bolivie j'ai eu droit à des faux policiers qui ont voulu me faire croire que je n'avais pas le droit de prendre une photo et qui m'ont dit de les attendre une minute le temps qu'ils descendent de leur 4x4... je les ai bien sur pas attendu il faut pas se faire embobiner !
En Bolivie j'ai voyagé seul, je dirais qu'en général en étant un touriste seul on est assez vulnérable et je pense qu'il faut avoir les yeux partout, parfois se fier à son instinct pour déceler les situations louches / dangereuses
En étant de nature très prudente et raisonnable je pense donc qu'il est tout à fait possible de voyager seul sans courir trop de risques.
J'avais entendu parler de certains sites proposant du bénévolat mais si mes souvenirs sont bons c'était assez cher... je ne peux pas beaucoup aider de ce côté là
N'hésites pas à m'envoyer un message en cas de question
Moi je n'ai pas de "trucs" à te donner car je ne connais pas encore l'Amérique du Sud, par contre je nourris également le projet d'y passer quelques mois à partir de janvier ou février 2011. Dès lors, ma question est de savoir si tu avais éventuellement envisagé de faire un bout de chemin accompagnée, car je recherche en effet un ou une "compagnonne" de voyage, étant aussi une fille seule (31 ans).
salut,
un beau projet de 7 mois en Amerique du sud, tu vas te regaler. J'y ai passe 5 mois avec mon copain dans le cadre de notre tour du monde d'un an et demi : www.notretrip.com
les incontournables en gros: (nous avons ecrit des articles avec photos sur chacune des destinations de notre trip si ca te dit)
CHILI - Patagonie chilienne, San Pedro de Atacama
BOLIVIE - Sud Lipez et Salar d'Uyuni, Sucre, La Paz
ARGENTINE - Chutes d'Iguazu, Buenos Aires, nord-ouest argentin
BRESIL - Rio, et decouvrir la foret amazonienne (nous avons ete dans le Pantanal mais j'imagine qu'il y a des endroits plus recules dans le nord)
PEROU - Cusco et un trek pour le Machu Picchu, Canyon de Colca
Pour ces pays la, pas de souci a voyager seule; bien sur en faisant bien attention comme toujours... nous n'avons eu aucun souci mais avons rencontre pas mal de gens qui se sont fait voler dans les bus ou dasn la rue, etc...
- Ne pas avoir dobjets voyants de valeur (jamais le soir)
- Si tu es seule, evite les bus de nuit...
je rentre juste d'un voyage de 6 semaine et demi en Argentine et Bolivie, dont 4 semaines seule.
Pour les coups de coeurs et régions à visiter qui n'ont pas encore été citées: la Patagonie.
J'y ai passé une semaine formidable à El Calafate au début du mois de juillet, en plein hiver austral pourtant! Mais justement, il y avait peu de touristes et la pâle lumière hivernale donnait un aspect féerique au Lago Argentino ou au Fitz Roy. Certaines excursions ne sont pas disponibles à cette époque de l'année, mais j'ai eu la chance d'avoir un temps tout à fait correct en particulier pour les deux excursions indispensables: le Glaciar Perito Moreno, sous le ciel bleu et le soleil, et El Chalten et le Fitz Roy, sans un nuage ce jour-là! (et aussi pour l'événement qui a motivé mon voyage: l'éclipse totale de soleil du 11 juillet, quel bonheur!)
Bien entendu, si tu vas en Patagonie avec plus de temps, ne manque pas Puerto Madryn et ses baleines ou Ushuaïa (même si je n'y suis pas allée, plusieurs personnes rencontrées à El Calafate m'en ont parlé).
Pour la Bolivie, j'ajouterais aussi le Parc national du Sajama (et pourquoi pas comme moi l'ascension du sommet, à 6550 mètres d'altitude, si tu as quelques compétences en alpinisme).
Pour le budget, je suis partie sur une base de 50$ par jour (hors vols Buenos Aires-El Calafate, environ 200 euros, et Buenos Aires-La Paz, 400 euros et bien sûr le vol Paris-Buenos Aires, tous ces vols ayant été réservés et payés avant mon départ), et donc avec 2000$ en poche et 200 euros. J'avais emporté une carte visa au cas où, mais je n'en ai pas eu besoin. Ce budget m'a suffit pour tout, excursions (y compris l'ascension du Sajama avec une agence), souvenirs et cadeaux compris. Ce budget a même pris en compte un vol de retour Sucre-La Paz.
Pour les excursions en Bolivie, ne pas hésiter à visiter de nombreuses agences et à comparer les prix qui peuvent varier du simple au double pour un service similaire (et ce ne sont pas les plus chères qui sont forcément les meilleures!). A éviter également de prendre des packs complets à La Paz. Pour le sud Lipez par exemple, il vaut mieux aller jusqu'à Uyuni par ses propres moyens et regarder les agences sur place. Les agences de La Paz facturent les billets de bus souvent 20 à 30% plus chers, et sous-traitent les services aux agences locales!
Quant à la sécurité, j'ai été très violemment agressée (j'ai été étranglée, assommée et j'ai perdu connaissance) et volée à La Paz. Mais justement ce soir-là, je n'étais pas seule et je bavardais tranquillement en rentrant à l'hôtel avec un compagnon de rencontre (lui a pu échapper aux agresseurs et courir chercher du secours à l'hôtel tout proche), et je n'ai eu le temps de me rendre compte de rien! Comme la rue était assez passante, ils n'ont pas eu le temps de me fouiller et ne m'ont pris que mon petit sac à dos. Mais comme je venais de changer d'hôtel, il était assez plein, avec entre autre mon appareil photo.
Par la suite, je n'ai plus jamais pris de petit sac le soir, et je ne suis sortie qu'avec l'argent indispensable pour le dîner: je ne prenais même plus mes papiers et mon passeport!
Pour les autres type de vols: les faux policiers bien sûr, en Bolivie, et aussi fort courant, ce que j'appellerais le "vol au ketchup": une personne vous jette du ketchup ou tout autre liquide sale et un ou plusieurs complices "bienveillants" se précipitent pour vous aider à vous nettoyer; ils en profitent bien entendu pour vous subtiliser votre portefeuille ou votre appareil photo! Cette mésaventure est arrivée à l'une de mes compagne de chambrée à Buenos Aires!
Mais bien entendu, ce n'est pas une raison pour ne pas voyager dans ces pays, même s'il faut bien prendre en compte qu'en tant que touristes et facilement identifiables comme tels, on est des cibles privilégiées!
Merci pour vos réponses!!! Ca m'aide un peu à voir mon itinéraire! Pour le budget, je prévois toutefois en moyenne pas plus de 35$ par jour... Je suis habituée de voyager en budget serré, toutefois je me demande si c'est possible en Argentine et au Brésil! Je compte aller au Brésil au moins deux mois, je ne sais pas à quel point je devrai faire attention côté budget ? Je ne suis pas trop du type activités, donc je sais que ça coupe dans le $$! En tout je prévois avoir 7000$ canadien en argent de poche! En Argentine je ferai surement un peu de camping. Bref toutes le suggestions sont toujours bienvenues! Pour la sécurité je vois qu'en Bolivie il faudra que je sois assez prudente.
35$ US (je précise car tu es canadienne) par jour me parait largement suffisant en Argentine (et en Bolivie, encore moins chère, cela va sans dire), si tu ne fais pas trop d'excursions avec des agences. Les 50$ US, c'est sans se priver, en mangeant au resto tous les jours ou presque par exemple en Bolivie, et en dormant, également en Bolivie, dans des hôtels de catégorie moyenne, avec salle de bain privée. Et bien entendu, avec un certain nombres d'excursions (pour les 4 jours de l'ascension du Sajama, c'était 330$US).
Pour l'Argentine par contre, j'ai utilisé les hôtels style auberge de jeunesse, avec chambre partagée et possibilité de se faire à manger (le site backpackers planet m'a bien aidée). A El Calafate en particulier, j'ai eu droit (promotion hors saison) à un prix défiant toute concurrence: 5$US par nuit, petit déjeuner compris!
Attention toutefois à un budget sous estimé: les transports depuis les aéroports. Lors de mon retour d'El Calafate, il n'y avait pas de bus assurant la liaison entre les 2 aéroports de Buenos Aires: la seule solution était le taxi, 3 fois plus cher (150 pesos argentins au lieu de 50, soit plus que mon hébergement d'une semaine à El Calafate!).
Prendre en compte également les taxes d'aéroport (sauf à Ezeiza, l'aéroport international de Buenos Aires, où la taxe est comprise dans le billet d'avion).
Je prépare un long périple qui aura lieu - si tout va bien- entre janvier 2015 et Aout 2015 en Amérique du Sud. Mon projet est encore à l'état de friche donc…
Ns sommes deux filles a partir en septembre en attérissant a buenos aires...nous avons pas définit notre itinéaire en détail ce n'est pas le but.. argentine…
J'envisage de partir au Brésil du 20 septembre au 7 octobre, seule, un peu à l'aventure... tellement à l'aventure que je n'ai toujours RIEN prévu. Il faut dire…
Hi everyone,
I’m a 67-year-old woman who loves to travel, and for my third solo trip, I’ve decided to explore Indonesia.
I’ll be there from September 1st to October 5th, and I’m really struggling to plan my itinerary.
I’d love any advice you can share—I’ll read it all carefully.
So far, I’ve booked my first two nights with a local host in Jakarta, and then I’m heading to Borobudur. That’s all I’ve got planned for now.
Do you think I should book accommodations and transport tickets in advance? It seems really complicated, or could I just decide day by day based on how I feel?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a solo trip to Mongolia this summer, without an agency. However, I’d like to have a guide accompany me for certain parts of my journey.
From my research, I understand that most "activities," accommodations, and transportation are best arranged day by day, depending on opportunities and encounters. Without an agency, everything is organized on the spot.
I’d love to hear more opinions on this, especially regarding the Orkhon Valley.
Here’s the itinerary I’m planning:
* UB -> Mörön (flight) -> Khatgal (local buses)
A few days at Lake Khövsgöl
* Khatgal -> Mörön -> Jargalant -> Tariat (local buses)
A few days at the White Lakes
* White Lakes -> Tsetserleg -> Kharkhorin (4x4 with driver)
A few days in the Orkhon Valley
+ the Eight Lakes (horseback trekking with a guide)
* Return to UB
From what I’ve gathered, the first part should be fairly straightforward, but I have questions about the Orkhon Valley.
Here are my questions:
-> Tsetserleg to Kharkhorin route:
Have any of you made this trip by booking a driver on the spot when arriving in Tsetserleg? Was it easy to find an available driver? And did you find it easy/difficult/impossible to find other travelers to share the ride with? Ideally, I’d like to share this leg with fellow travelers.
-> The Eight Lakes: Could you share your experience with the Eight Lakes? Did you easily find a guide directly on site? Were you able to share this experience with other travelers?
Last question for women who’ve traveled solo in Mongolia:
-> How did you experience it? Do you have any specific tips or recommendations?
I’m considering a road trip (rental car) to explore the Canadian Rockies in September 2026, starting in Calgary and ending with about 10 days in Vancouver and the surrounding area. (Two weeks in the Rockies and a little under two weeks in Vancouver and nearby.)
I’d like to say that being a woman traveling alone doesn’t really bother me. That’s not the issue. Being a woman is just how it is, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, but traveling solo is something I could fix by finding travel companions. However, I had a not-so-great experience in India with two girls who were total strangers at first and turned out to be quite annoying, so I’m a bit put off by the idea now.
My question is simple, assuming I do this trip alone: is it worth sticking *only* to driving? I have **zero** sense of direction—with a map, I’m hopeless. So, is it realistic to think, "With my GPS, I’ll just drive from Calgary to Vancouver and see what I see," since I don’t see myself hiking alone? I’m not easily scared, but I wouldn’t feel confident doing that solo. Unless all the sightseeing is done with a guide (but then, hello, the cost—my budget isn’t exactly overflowing).
What do you all think?
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Take care and happy travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
After a week of sports south of Bergen, I’m not sure what to visit during the following week between Bergen and Oslo.
I haven’t planned to rent a car.
I’d love your suggestions. Thanks
Hi everyone, I’m really keen to visit Iran for three weeks in mid-March 2015.
What worries me a bit isn’t so much traveling alone—I’m used to it and know the Middle East well—but rather the current events (Islamic State) that could potentially become dangerous.
Flights are pretty cheap at the moment, and I’d like to book before prices go up.
Any advice from people who know the ground situation and Iranian current affairs better than I do would be much appreciated! :)
Hi there! I’m in the middle of planning my first solo trip (as a woman). Do you have any ideal destinations with activities like hiking, diving, sightseeing, and easy ways to meet locals—all on a small budget?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s had this experience before! :)
Hi there,
Who could recommend a reliable agency for visiting several islands, including the parks around Komodo? I’m traveling solo as a woman.
Thanks for your great tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m often in transit in Tokyo and I stay at the hotel because Japanese people speak little English and the signs are almost always in Japanese!
Any ideas for getting from Narita to a nice park or an onsen? I wanted to try Hokkaido, but apart from renting a car, it’s all trains! Any suggestions for a car with a driver? Or is it too expensive? Small group tours in Hokkaido? I read about the Explorator group’s offer—way too expensive!!!
I’ve got a maximum of 8 days. I’d just like a nice Japanese break.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
my friend, with whom I traveled to Iran, Myanmar, and India, really wanted to take a one-month trip to Armenia and Georgia. So we booked our flights (June 21 to July 19), but disaster struck—she can’t travel anymore due to serious family reasons.
Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think?
* Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations?
* I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia.
* I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary:
YEREVAN and surroundings
YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank
GORIS and TATEV
LAKE SEVAN
DILIJAN
HAGHPAT
TBILISI and surroundings
The CAUCASUS toward Mestia
UPLISTSIKHE
VARDZIA
Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks
Hi there,
We’d like to stay in Switzerland for five days.
There are two of us (women).
We don’t know this country at all.
What cities or affordable spots would you recommend for visiting?
Cheap accommodation.
Looking for community-based options.
And being close to public transport.
Thanks for your tips and experiences!
Best regards.
Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone has taken a Rede Expressos bus from Lisbon Airport to Lagos, and if so, where exactly at the airport you need to board it? I’m worried I’ll get lost and miss my bus...
Hi again,
I’m adding more details to my info request. Here are two proposed itineraries. We’re hesitating:
Colombo - Unawatuna 2 days - Sinharaja 1 day - Bandarawela 2 days - Kandy 3 days - Dambulla 2 days - Wilpattu Park 1 day - Kalpitiya 3 days - Negombo 1 day
What should we change or add a day for to include Jaffna?
Or:
Negombo 1 day - Anuradhapura 2 days - Jaffna 2 days - Sigiriya 2 days - Dambulla 1 day - Kandy 2 days - Ella 1 day - Galle 3 days
For your advice.
Is it better to finish in Galle or Kalpitiya?
Thanks in advance!
Nicole
This is a warning message! I’d like to address it especially to young women traveling alone for the first time in India. Other travelers may react to my post based on their own experiences, but I think what I’m about to say shouldn’t be taken lightly—unless that’s what you’re looking for!
Last July, I traveled to Northern India. I stopped in Khajuraho to see the famous tantric temples. I stayed one night, and that was more than enough. Khajuraho is very touristy, but you should know that 80% of young Indian men there are "gigolos." Locals call these young men (aged 18 to 30) "playboys" or "Lapka" (which means "capture the woman" in Hindi)!!!
They approach tourists with kindness and politeness, offering tea or a motorcycle ride (which they’ve often gotten from generous Western female tourists) to waterfalls a few kilometers from Khajuraho or other tourist sites. After befriending you, they charm you—be careful, these are professionals who are very skilled at this; it’s all they do, and they do it well. They’ll offer you food, drinks, and even temple entry to confuse you. They’ll suggest spending the evening or even the night with them. **Refuse (unless you’re into local flings and that’s why you came)!!!!**
At first, you’ll be seduced by their generosity, let your guard down, and then they’ll make you believe in *true love*. They won’t leave you alone and will keep in touch via email or phone if you give them your details. The lines they use to soften you up and scam you include: *"I’m the only one taking care of my family, my brother is sick, I don’t know what to do..."* All of this is to manipulate you into offering them money. They’ll never ask for it outright (to avoid being exposed) but will wait for you to suggest it.
If you receive emails from them, they’ll never be signed, and their name won’t appear in the email address (to avoid leaving traces). They use fake names to avoid being reported. If you believe their sob stories and offer help, they’ll give you a bank account number to send money via Western Union. These young men make a living from this—selling their bodies and scamming people! They’re very skilled, charming, manipulative, and *big-time cheaters*!
(Especially one young man who goes by the alias *Tony*—apparently the most skilled. He lives in a hotel near the lake, *Krishna Cottage*, and is in regular contact via Skype with Western women he’s tricked into believing he loves them while shamelessly scamming them. He even opened an internet café on the roof of the hotel with money he stole from women who fell for his charm.)
So, young romantic women craving love, sensitive singles, or anyone emotionally vulnerable—**don’t let yourself be scammed!!!** This behavior is becoming more common in India and is still relatively unknown. Male prostitution is on the rise, and cases of romantic scams and financial fraud by gigolos are increasing.
hi everyone! I’d like to visit Montreal and the surrounding areas in August, and I’ve got 3 weeks of vacation. I’m traveling alone and will be visiting my daughter, who recently moved there. She’ll be working and only available in the evenings! So I’m torn between spending a week in Montreal, then taking a flight to Cuba, and returning to France from Havana—or staying in Montreal and exploring the nearby areas alone.
For my first idea—going to Cuba—is it feasible in terms of administrative formalities and legality? And for my second idea, is it possible to take buses? If so, is it too expensive? And are there many places served by them?
From FES, I’d like to spend a few days in:
MEKNES
CHEFCHAOUEN
TETOUAN
and then return to FES.
I’m planning this trip in November.
Thanks for your tips!
I just got back from an unforgettable road trip in Madagascar where I drove down the legendary RN7. It connects Tana (the capital) to Tulear.
Since we were traveling as a group of girls, we decided to go with a guide. I’d never done an “organized” trip before, but I have to say we loved this first tailor-made travel experience.
From the highlands of the Red Island
down to the west coast, by the Mozambique Channel.
Vast landscapes as far as the eye can see
Human encounters
Discovering ancestral artisanal know-how
Sunsets over the ochre mountains
Intense, precious moments with my friends
We loved the mountains, visits to artisans, and the parties too ;-)
We used local guides to show us specific spots (like Isalo National Park, where we were able to bivouac)
Hi there,
My friend and I are traveling together between October and November 2025—no exact dates yet.
We’d love to step away from the typical travel agency packages and are hoping to rent a car locally and stay with locals, living with them rather than in a vacation rental.
Does anyone know if this is possible?
Thanks in advance for your advice and tips!
Warm regards to all
