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Bonjour, nous partons en thailande au mois de janvier, et nous avons lus divers commentaires sur le "dengue".
Est ce qu'il y a un risque réel de partir avec un enfant de deux ans?
Merci
Julie et flav
Thaïlande avec un enfant de 2 ans
by Julieflav
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour,
nous rentrons d'un séjour de 3 semaines en Thailande avec notre fille de 2 ans et demi et la question de la dengue ne s'est pas posée. Il me semble qu'il s'agit d'épidémie et qu'elle ne sévit pas en ce moment. Notre pédiatre ne l'a en tout cas pas évoquée lorque nous avons fait un petit point médical avant de partir. A mon avis pas d'inquiétude à avoir.
Bon voyage
nous rentrons d'un séjour de 3 semaines en Thailande avec notre fille de 2 ans et demi et la question de la dengue ne s'est pas posée. Il me semble qu'il s'agit d'épidémie et qu'elle ne sévit pas en ce moment. Notre pédiatre ne l'a en tout cas pas évoquée lorque nous avons fait un petit point médical avant de partir. A mon avis pas d'inquiétude à avoir.
Bon voyage
flaviana
Attention je ne suis ni docteur, ni expert en la matiere. Je ne pense pas que la dengue soit presente sur tout le territoire, ca dependra donc d'ou tu vas. De plus janvier est la saison "froide" en Thailande, je ne pense pas que ce soit la saison ou il y ai le plus de moustiques. Cela fait peut etre une 20 de morts par an, sur 6millions d'habitants c'est pas enorme non plus. Tu prends plus de risque en prenant la voiture ou le bus par exemple.
Si jamais quelquechose venait a arriver a ton bebe, les hopitaux sont vraiment au top. Ne te fais pas trop de soucis.
Bon voyage.
Nous avons bougé en essayant de rendre les déplacements le moins pénible possible. Nous avons donc d'emblée éliminé les longs trajets en bus, qui nous semblaient difficiles à gérer.
arrivée Bangkok où nous sommes restés 2 jours complets. Visites de quelques incontournables monuments et détente à la piscine de l'hôtel à partir du milieu d'après-midi. Il me semble essentiel de ménager des temps libres et de jeux pour l'enfant (je précise que ma fille est plutôt du genre active). Départ pour Chiang Mai (en avion) où nous sommes restés 4 jours : cours de cuisine thai, visite des temples de la ville, du zoo et une journée de trek (balade à dos d'élephants, bambou rafting, cascades...). Toujours guesthouse avec piscine. Départ pour Ko Samui (en avion) : un peu de plage avant de prendre le bateau pour Ko Pha Ngan. Ko Pha Ngan : 3 jours de plage et de farniente Ko tao : 4 jours de plage, de balade et de plongée. Retour à Bangkok (train de nuit) pour 3 jours. On a encore silloné la ville et passé une journée à Ayuthaya.
Nous tirons un bilan très positif de ce séjour. L'important me semble de rendre toutes les activités un peu ludiques pour l'enfant et de ne pas trop charger les journées en s'adaptant. On a aussi choisi des solutions de facilité quand c'était possible (l'avion pour les longues distances, le taxi à Bangkok, le dvd portable...). Nous avons en tout cas nous parents totalement profité de ce voyage et aimé le partager avec notre fille. Tout le monde doit y trouver un peu son compte !
Si tu as d'autres questions, n'hésite pas.
Nous tirons un bilan très positif de ce séjour. L'important me semble de rendre toutes les activités un peu ludiques pour l'enfant et de ne pas trop charger les journées en s'adaptant. On a aussi choisi des solutions de facilité quand c'était possible (l'avion pour les longues distances, le taxi à Bangkok, le dvd portable...). Nous avons en tout cas nous parents totalement profité de ce voyage et aimé le partager avec notre fille. Tout le monde doit y trouver un peu son compte !
Si tu as d'autres questions, n'hésite pas.
flaviana
Merci de bien vouloir partager un peu de votre voyage avec ns!
je souhaiterais savoir(si ca ne te derange pas)votre budget famille pour trois semaines:combien une gesthouse avec ou sans piscine.
As tu nourrit ta fille avec les plats locaux ou as tu eviter certains produits?
Avez tu pris une poucette?
bangkok avec la petite pas trop galere ?
Dans le nord tu as plus fais attention aux moustiques?
Chouette la balade en elephant? elle a aprecie ta petite?
a bientot julie
Pour le prix des guesthouses, ce n'est pas tant la piscine qui fait la différence mais plutôt l'air conditionné. On avait misé là dessus les premiers jours et puis on s'est vite rendus compte que le ventilo suffisait, voire était plus appréciable qu'une clim mal réglée et bruyante.
Je dirais qu'il fait compter en moyenne entre 12 et 15 euros la chambre double avec lit supplémentaire et ventilo dans une guesthouse-piscine, et environ 20-25 euros avec la clim. Evidemment tu peux trouver une guesthouse sans piscine correcte pour 5 euros la chambre double, mais Bangkok me semble un peu plus chère.
Budget nourriture : nous avons dépensé environ 7 euros par repas pour nous 3. Notre fille a mangé des produits locaux, on a simplement fait attention aux crudités, à l'eau, aux épices. C'était quand même pas le top de l'équilibre alimentaire mais pendant les vacances, on n'est pas trop stressés là dessus.
J'avais omis de parler de la poussette dans mon précédent post mais ça était pour nous un élément décisif de la réussite du voyage, surtout en ville. On n'a pas à porter l'enfant, ça permet de s'endormir n'importe quand et ça le canalise quand il faut éviter de courir partout.
Pour Bangkok aucun souci. On a beaucoup apprécié cette ville d'ailleurs et je pourrai compléter le détail des visites si ça t'intéresse. On a choisi la facilité avec le taxi qui reste bon marché et t'emmène pile là où tu veux aller avec ton bébé, tes sacs et ta poussette.
Pour les moustiques il suffit d'utiliser un bon répulsif et pas de problème où que ce soit.
Quant aux éléphants, ça était un super moment et ma fille en parle encore !
A bientôt
Budget nourriture : nous avons dépensé environ 7 euros par repas pour nous 3. Notre fille a mangé des produits locaux, on a simplement fait attention aux crudités, à l'eau, aux épices. C'était quand même pas le top de l'équilibre alimentaire mais pendant les vacances, on n'est pas trop stressés là dessus.
J'avais omis de parler de la poussette dans mon précédent post mais ça était pour nous un élément décisif de la réussite du voyage, surtout en ville. On n'a pas à porter l'enfant, ça permet de s'endormir n'importe quand et ça le canalise quand il faut éviter de courir partout.
Pour Bangkok aucun souci. On a beaucoup apprécié cette ville d'ailleurs et je pourrai compléter le détail des visites si ça t'intéresse. On a choisi la facilité avec le taxi qui reste bon marché et t'emmène pile là où tu veux aller avec ton bébé, tes sacs et ta poussette.
Pour les moustiques il suffit d'utiliser un bon répulsif et pas de problème où que ce soit.
Quant aux éléphants, ça était un super moment et ma fille en parle encore !
A bientôt
flaviana
salut flaviana
tu avais une poucette canne?
parce qu'on a une trois roues super pratique car tu roules de partout mais encombrante.
je veux bien que tu me dises ce que tu as trouve chouette a bangkok ou les meilleures plages que tu as fait.
aver tu reserve une chambre a bangkok car j'ai lu sur le site qu'il vallait mieux reserver?
c'est chere la balade en elephant ?
que penses tu d'un budget de 1500 euros pour un mois et demi la bas sans beaucoup bouger car on a besoin de repos et je veux pas surmener la petite
merci encore pour ton aide julie
Nous avions en effet une poussette canne pas emcombrante et lègère. L'important me semble que l'enfant puisse être allongé.
Pour Bangkok on avait réservé à l'aller mais pas au retour et pas de souci. Je dirais quand même que c'est appréciable après le voyage depuis la France avec le décalage et la fatigue de savoir où tu vas sans te poser de questions.
Quant aux visites on a fait en vrac : Wat (= temple) Phra Kaew et le Grand Palais, Wat Pho, la maison Vinmanek, bateau sur les canaux, le marché du week end, la maison de Jim Thompson, Wat Arun.
Pour les plages j'ai pas d'éléments de comparaison sur Ko Samui et Ko Pha Ngan, mais celles qu'on a faites étaient bien, à savoir Choeng Mon pour Samui et Mae Hat (très bien) pour Pha Ngan. Sur Ko Tao qu'on a un peu plus sillonnée, je dirais Ao Tanote, Ao Leuk et les îlots de Ko Nang Yuang.
Pour l'éléphant je ne peux pas te donner de prix pour la balade parce que ça faisait partie d'une journée d'excursion avec visites de villages, petite rando jusqu'à une cascade, repas de midi et bambou rafting (15 euros le tout).
Quant au budget total, il me semble quand même que les 3 semaines nous ont coûté autour de 1700 euros (vols intérieurs compris). Même si tu enlève l'avion 1500 euros me paraît un peu juste pour un mois et demi, mais je ne sais pas quel confort vous recherchez ni ce que tu appelles ne pas beaucoup bouger.
Aviez-vous songé à un itinéraire?
Pour les plages j'ai pas d'éléments de comparaison sur Ko Samui et Ko Pha Ngan, mais celles qu'on a faites étaient bien, à savoir Choeng Mon pour Samui et Mae Hat (très bien) pour Pha Ngan. Sur Ko Tao qu'on a un peu plus sillonnée, je dirais Ao Tanote, Ao Leuk et les îlots de Ko Nang Yuang.
Pour l'éléphant je ne peux pas te donner de prix pour la balade parce que ça faisait partie d'une journée d'excursion avec visites de villages, petite rando jusqu'à une cascade, repas de midi et bambou rafting (15 euros le tout).
Quant au budget total, il me semble quand même que les 3 semaines nous ont coûté autour de 1700 euros (vols intérieurs compris). Même si tu enlève l'avion 1500 euros me paraît un peu juste pour un mois et demi, mais je ne sais pas quel confort vous recherchez ni ce que tu appelles ne pas beaucoup bouger.
Aviez-vous songé à un itinéraire?
flaviana
On a pas encore d'itineraire.
On sait qu'on veut surtout faire de la plage .
Pouvoir se poser longtemps au meme endroit si on est bien.
Biensur visiter des temples.
Je peinds et j'espere y trouver de l'inspiration.
La balade en elephant ca me parait geniale mais peut etre c'est dans le nord?
Penses tu que c'est dommage de ne pas faire le nord?
J'ai lu qu'il y avait quelques cas de pallu.
Comment ca se passe pour reserver un hotel a bangkok d'ici?
Comment habillais tu ta petite la bas?
Je me disais que je lui trouverais peut etre des petites fringues la bas ce qui eviterais de m'encombrer.
On hesites a partir 1 mois ou 1 mois et demi c'est pour ca que je me renseignes sur le budget.
On est pas difficile mais on aimerais se faire plaisir quand meme!
julie
merci de votre feed back sur votre sejour en thailande avec vos fille...
nous partons aussi la bas en juin prochain et notre fille aura 2ans lors du voyage... je suis donc rassuree de voir que tout s'est bien passee... j'espere qu'il en sera de meme pour nous...
nous comptons partir 18jours... je suis interessee de savoir le noms de vos guesthouse ou hotel ou vous avez sejournee...
merci par avance
nous partons aussi la bas en juin prochain et notre fille aura 2ans lors du voyage... je suis donc rassuree de voir que tout s'est bien passee... j'espere qu'il en sera de meme pour nous...
nous comptons partir 18jours... je suis interessee de savoir le noms de vos guesthouse ou hotel ou vous avez sejournee...
merci par avance
Hello,
en ce qui concerne l'itinéraire, ça me paraît très subjectif. J'aurais tendance à dire que c'est un peu dommage de ne pas aller au Nord, mais ça n'engage vraiment que moi qui ne suis pas une grande adepte de la plage. En tout cas pas de souci avec le palu qui ne sévit que dans des zones frontalières. Disons que si vous passez un peu de temps à Bangkok, ça peu agrémenter la partie culturelle du voyage, que vous ne trouverez pas tellement sur les îles. Pour les reservations d'hôtels, il suffit de les contacter par e-mail. Evitez peut-être les paiements en ligne pour être libre de changer si une fois sur place l'hôtel ne vous convient pas. Côté vêtements, inutile en effet de vous surcharger. D'abord parce que vous trouverez tout sur place à moindre coût et qu'il y a des blanchisseries partout qui feront ta lessive pour environ 0, 60 € le kg. Et puis tu habilles ta fille avec des vêtements légers, comme en France l'été.
A +
en ce qui concerne l'itinéraire, ça me paraît très subjectif. J'aurais tendance à dire que c'est un peu dommage de ne pas aller au Nord, mais ça n'engage vraiment que moi qui ne suis pas une grande adepte de la plage. En tout cas pas de souci avec le palu qui ne sévit que dans des zones frontalières. Disons que si vous passez un peu de temps à Bangkok, ça peu agrémenter la partie culturelle du voyage, que vous ne trouverez pas tellement sur les îles. Pour les reservations d'hôtels, il suffit de les contacter par e-mail. Evitez peut-être les paiements en ligne pour être libre de changer si une fois sur place l'hôtel ne vous convient pas. Côté vêtements, inutile en effet de vous surcharger. D'abord parce que vous trouverez tout sur place à moindre coût et qu'il y a des blanchisseries partout qui feront ta lessive pour environ 0, 60 € le kg. Et puis tu habilles ta fille avec des vêtements légers, comme en France l'été.
A +
flaviana
Nous sommes partis 3 mois cette année avec notre fille de 3 ans, et deux mois l'année dernière avec elle. On ne s'est pas posés la question pour la dengue. toujours est-il que nous avons pris un anti palu, des moustiquaires et des répulsifs trouvés sur place. On a fait attention de ne pas sortir sans pantalon et manches longues à la tombée de la nuit, et tout s'est bien passé!
Voyager avec des enfants c'est vraiment super !
Cette année on y est allés de janvier à avril et l'anée dernière dejanvier à mars. On a pris du Lariam et malgré tout ce qu'on entend la-dessus on n'a eu aucun soucis. On l'a pris parce qu'on est allés au nord de la thailande, au Laos dans des zones infestées de moustiques et nous trois on est des vrais pièges à moustiques!
De toute façon si on avait pas pris le lariam on aurait pris autre chose parce que je ne veux pas courir le risque. Il parait qu'il existe qqchose pour nettoyer ton corps de tout ça au retour, le détox je crois. Avec ma fille on a aussi fait le vaccin contre l'hépathite. On a tout bien supporté et en trois mois on n'a eu aucun soucis de santé.
Si vous voulez des bons plans à faire avec un enfant on en a quelques uns.
à bientôt
salut rove
Je pense que ns n'irons pas pres des frontieres.
On a pas envi de faire beaucoup de km et pas tres envi de prendre de traitement surtout qu'il paraitque c difficile a faire prendre aux petits.
Pourquoi as tu fait l'hepatite?A ou B perso je n'aime pas trop c vaccins.
Moi non plus je n'ai pas envi de prendre de risque avec ma petite et c'est une des raisons pour laquelle j'ai choisi la thailande.
Ca me ferait plaisir de connaitre les bons plans avec minot!
A bientot merci!
bonjour,
c'est vrai que nous avons pas mal bougé et parfois dans des endroits un peu isolés notamment au Laos et au vietnam. On a été dans des villages où il n'y a pas d'égout, des eaux stagnantes etc...l'hépathite b se transmets par voix sexuelle, salive et aussi par les liquides organiques infectés, genre le truc que tu gères pas. Je suis bien contente de l'avoir fait même si je ne suis pas une fan des vaccins. J'ai vu ma tante revenir d'inde avec l'hepathite et franchement ... ça fait flipper.
Si vous restez en thailande pas besoin de faire tout ça, c'est clean, surtout si vous ne restez pas longtemps et que vous allez dans les endroits "touristiques". Même le palu je pense que c'est pas utile.
L'année dernière après être arrivés à bangkok on a filé sur chiang mai, avec une halte de 3 jrs à sukotai. Notre fille de 2ans et demi a adoré. A sukkotai tu peux louer des vélos avec le petit siege bb à l'avant et te balader au milieu d'immenses bouddhas dans un parc de 70km2, rempli de palmiers, nénuphars. la guest house Orchid and ibiscus, est un paradis perdu avec piscine, avec un jardin enchanteur idéal pour y laisser jouer un petit enfant.
A chiang mai il y a plein de trucs à faire avec les enfants (voir lonely planet) le zoo, les fermes orchidées, papillons, parcs aquatiques, etc..
A chiang mai on a loué une voiture avec siege bb et on est allés dans le nord ensuite on est descendu à la mer.
A la mer, on a adoré ko mook vers Trang.
Emerald cave on l'a fait à la nage l'année dernière faut pas être trouillard!! On traverse une grotte à la nage dans le noir intégral avec un guide qui te tient une lampe de poche; et on déboule dans un cirque au milieu de la roche, c'est magnifique. Départ à 8 h pour etre tout seul. Notre fille ça l'a bcp amusé (sawadee resort avec ses bungalows 700 b, sur la plage). On peut faire du snorkeling sur ko kradan tu peux emmener le boutchou il verra les poissons du bateau ou tu fais comme nous tu la mets avec les brassards elle s'accroche sur ton dos pendant que tu admire les poissons! Il y a un endroit ou il y a de magnifiques etoiles de mer. Si jamais vous voulez allez a ko mook je te filerai des trucs plus précis.
Ko samui, bien parce qu'il y aplein de bungalow sur la plage bien pour les enfants mais la mer est pas très belle comparé à ko mook ou ko tao.
On aime bien ko tao (rocky resort ils ont un bungalow sur la mer avec deux chambres idéal qd on a un enfant) en plus il y a des palétuviers sur la plages pour l'ombre c'est cool. Snorkeling super. Ambiance super zen.
Ah d'en parler ça me donne envie de repartir demain!
Salut rove et merci pour tes explications ca fait vraiment rever!!!
Pourrais tu me dire le temps qu'on met en train ou en avion pour faire bankgok chiang mai?
Que penses tu d'un budget de 1500 euros pour un mois en allant par exemple de bangkok a chiang mai et ensuite descendre jusqu'a ko tao a trois. En sachant qu'on a pas besoin de grand luxe mais juste clean pour la petite.
On voulait partir un mois et demi mais on a peur que ca fasse trop juste!
Je ne vois pas ko mook et ko kradan sur la carte tu peux m'expliquer? As tu reserve une chambre pour l'arrivee a bangkok? il parait que c'est mieux. a + julie
Je ne vois pas ko mook et ko kradan sur la carte tu peux m'expliquer? As tu reserve une chambre pour l'arrivee a bangkok? il parait que c'est mieux. a + julie
salut julieflav!
nous partons, mon ami, moi et mon fils de 2ans et demi a partir du 21 novembre prochain pour 3 Mois en thailande.toutes les questions et reponses que tu as eues m interessent donc beaucoup.
Perso, je vais reserver un hotel pour notre arrivee a bangkok, ainsi que l avion qui nous ammenera a koh samui le lendemain de notre arrivée.Nous avons deja reserve nos 15 premiers jours a Koh samui (histoire de se remettre du trajet en avion et du decalage horaire)et pour le reste du sejour, on se debrouillera sur place car apparemment il est tres facile de gérer ses etapes sur place.
on etait parti sur un budget de 1500 euros par mois sur place et des amis qui se rendent regulierement en thailande m ont dit que c etait largement jouable, a condition de limiter les trajets en avion.Pour repondre a 1 de tes questions, le vol bangkok samui dure 1 H 20 et apres c est facile de se deplacer en bateau sur les iles des environs (ko tao...).
Bon periple à toi (on se croisera peut etre qui sait!)
nous partons, mon ami, moi et mon fils de 2ans et demi a partir du 21 novembre prochain pour 3 Mois en thailande.toutes les questions et reponses que tu as eues m interessent donc beaucoup.
Perso, je vais reserver un hotel pour notre arrivee a bangkok, ainsi que l avion qui nous ammenera a koh samui le lendemain de notre arrivée.Nous avons deja reserve nos 15 premiers jours a Koh samui (histoire de se remettre du trajet en avion et du decalage horaire)et pour le reste du sejour, on se debrouillera sur place car apparemment il est tres facile de gérer ses etapes sur place.
on etait parti sur un budget de 1500 euros par mois sur place et des amis qui se rendent regulierement en thailande m ont dit que c etait largement jouable, a condition de limiter les trajets en avion.Pour repondre a 1 de tes questions, le vol bangkok samui dure 1 H 20 et apres c est facile de se deplacer en bateau sur les iles des environs (ko tao...).
Bon periple à toi (on se croisera peut etre qui sait!)
salut, 1500 euros ça me parait largement suffisant. Pour l'arrivée à Bkk il vaut mieux reserver au moins la 1ère nuit pour etre tranquille. Un bon hotel l'Atlanta avec piscine mais j'ai pas les coordonnées. Réserver bien à l'avance car très prisé. Nous on a été au Royal Hotel, piscine, demander chambres sur cour, super bien situé pour visiter le gd palais, les klongs (canaux ). Prix un peu élevé genre 1500 baths . Mais on au moins on est tranquille, le personnel est gentil et l'année dernière elles ont gardé notre fille pendant qu'on allait au Chattuchak (un des plus grand marchés du monde où vous pouvez trouver tout ce qui peut se vendre !!) Entre Bangkok et Chiang mai en avion 40 minutes pas plus. Le prix je ne sais plus. ko mook est toute petite, sans route et sans magasins, par exemple tu ne trouveras pas de couches. Tu prévois avant. C'est au sud sur la cote de la mer d'andaman. Et ko kradan c'est encore plus petit il y a juste un "resort" qq bungalows en bois au milieu des arbres. Pour aller à Trang il y a l'avion, le bus je pense et aussi le train. Je vous conseille de rester le moins de temps à ko samui parce que quand vous verrez ko tao ou ko mook ou d'autres iles paradisiaques vous serez degoutés d'avoir "perdu" des jours sur ko samui. Cette année on a voulu rester 5 jours sur ko samui pour faire des trucs (balades, aquarium ) et finalement arrivés sur ko tao c'est tellement super qu'on a regretté. La prochaine fois on reste meme pas une nuit à ko samui on file direct sur ko tao !! un mois et demi ça commence à etre bien. Vous avez le temps de faire des trucs et de bouger un peu.
ciao
Hello, je me permets de t'écrire que maintenant car j'ai lu ton mess que ce matin😊
Je voyage pour ma pars depuis plus de six ans en Thaïlande assez régulièrement avec mes deux enfants qui sont agés maintenant de 7 et 3 ans!
Je dirais comme plusieurs personnes te l'on déjà dit que ça dépent de l'endroit où vs irez mais moi personnellement je n'ai jamais eu aucuns soucis avec les épidémies en Thïlande.J'ai fais vacciner mes deux enfants à 1 ans pour les épatite a et b (ce n'est pas du tout obligatoire biensur)mais je preferais le faire au cas où!
Sinon les seuls conseils que je peux te donner sont de bien protéger ton enfant avec des anti moustiques (locaux par expérience c'est plus efficasse que les nôtre je trouve) et une bonne moustiquaire la nuit.
Ne te fais pas trop de soucis en janvier les moustiques sont un peu moins présent
Et pour te rassurer encore tu peux demander à ton pédiatre ou à un docteur tropical qu'il regarde sur internet ils ont des sites exprès pour savoir par rapport à ta déstination si il y a le moindre risque (malaria, dingue et autres)
Voilà j'éspère que mes conseils pourront t aider et je te souhaite d'avance un excellent voyage.
@+
lionfish
Mon blog sur mes voyages : lionfish.skyblog.com
j'ai retrouvé le n° du rocky resrt à ko tao si tu veux : c'est à Ao tian Ok 077.456.035
C'est sure que 1 mois c'est court on aimerait rester 15 jours de plus mais on hesite car on a peur que 1500 euros ca fasse juste et c'est les vacances on voudrait quand meme etre a l'aise sans pour autant faire les pachas.
Qu'en penses tu?
Toi tu avais pris une poucette?
en tant que nana y a des vetements a eviter jupe sous le genou ca passe? et les debardeurs?
julie
Merci pour tes renseignements lionfish.
Tu as vacciner tes enfants contre l'hepatite a ou b car tu pensais qu'il y avait un risque reel.
Perso je n'ai pas confiance en le vaccin contre l'hepatite b mais je ne veux pas mettre ma fille en danger.
peut etre y a til des choses a eviter? si ca se transmet par la salive j'imagine qu'il faut faire attention a ce qu'elle boit ou mange?
julie
hello,
Je les avaient vaccinés contre la a et la b (en un seul vaccin) mais j'pensais pas vraiment qu'il y avait un risque mais j'me suis dis pourquoi pas le faire (c'est valable dix ans et on voyage chaque année donc c'était au cas où) et j'en ai profité pour le faire moi aussi (mais que la a) 😉
mais malgré la vaccination j'ai aussi fais attention à ce qu ils buvaient(l'eau tjrs en bouteille même pour se laver les dents biensur) et sinon faire attention aux glaçons dans les verres(mais bon c'est tjrs en prévention parce que c'est arrivé qu'on boivent les boissons avec glaçons et on a eu aucun soucis) Pour la nourriture c'est vrai qu'on a fait moins attention et il n'est jamais rien arrivé non plus (mais quand même je conseille de bien laver les fruits que vs pourriez acheter au marché par exemple) mais bon il n'y à vraiment pas beaucoup de risque à mon avis.Et vs allez dans quel coin en Thaïlande vs savez déjà?
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lionfish
Mon blog sur mes voyages : lionfish.skyblog.com
L'année dernière on a pris une poussette canne qu'on a abandonné en cours de route, et cette année meme topo on l'a laissé au vietnam. Ca a du faire un heureux.
Pour les fringues un conseil : emmenez le strict minimum. Tu verras que tu mets tout le temps le meme truc.D'autant que tu fais très facilement laver tes vetements pour un prix plus que dérisoire. Par contre nous on part toujours avec des vetements sans valeur, voir les plus moches comme ça si ça déteind ou si on les abandonne pour en emmener des nouveaux on n'a pas de remords!
Pas besoin de jean, de chaussettes, de veste sauf celle que tu as sur toi lorsque tu pars de paris. Les vetements ne sont pas chers du tout, on s'est pratiquement achetés nos fringues sur place. Sur les marchés, à Chiang Mai ou ailleurs tu trouveras des vetements adaptés et pas cher. Au supermarché à ko samui par exemple j'ai trouvé des ensembles légers, shorts, maillots de bains pour ma fille à environ 1euro 2 euros.
pour les chaussures pareil, pour ma fille une bonne paire de sandales et là bas j'ai acheté des tongs, des claquettes. Dis toi que moins tu en emmènes plus tu seras léger dans tes déplacements et qu'en rentrant tu pourras remplir ta valise avec plus de souvenirs...En tout cas les t-shirts ca tient trop chaud il vaut mieux des trucs en lin ou des tops en coton. le tout c'est d'etre à l'aise et discret aussi . le genre bimbo ça le fait pas! Moi je prends une ou deux jupes au dessous du genou genre à volants un peu bab, pantalon thai hyper leger hyper ample, top en coton. Tu verras il y en a qui se croient au bois de boulogne c'est abusé. On est meme tombé sur des nudistes l'année dernière on a halluciné d'autant que les thai se baignent carrémen tout habillés!!!
merci pour tout tes petits tuyaux.
Je comprends vraiment pas comment les gents peuvent montrer aussi peu de respecrt envers les autres. On se demande pourquoi il voyage.
En tout cas nous on a envi de choquer personnes!
je radote peut etre mais peu mais on hesite tjrs entre 1 mois ou 1 mois et demi avec 1500 euros sans etre trop juste biensur qu'en penses tu?
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julie
salut,
honnetement je pense qu'avec 1500 euros si vous allez dans des logements pas cher et si vous faites pas des folies ça doit aller. Je sais pas si je t'ai dit mais nous avons laché 6000 euros pour 3 mois en se lachant enormément (70 kilos de bagages au retour + 28 kilos envoyés par colis + parfois un hotel à 20 dollars + 12 trajets en avion). Le mieux ça serait que tu établisses un petit parcours de ce que tu veux faire et après je t'aiderai à calculer a peu près si ça le fait ou pas. Quiite à ce que je te file mon mail et toi le tien pour que je te file aussi des photos parce que là j'ai essayé mais je dois pas être douée ça marche pas...
En tout cas t'inquiètes pas ça va être génial, une fois là-bas tout est simple à organiser même au jour le jour.
En plus avec un enfant, des portes fermées vont s'ouvrir miraculeusement !!!
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Ok, oui c'est chouette comme déstinations
Ns generallement on va plutôt de l'autre côté vers Krabi (Ao nang, Tonsaï, phranong) les prix sont aussi vraiment très abordable mais c'est sur que si vs etes déjà du côté de koh tao c'est mieux de rester par là.
Car le voyage jusqu'à Krabi ce fait en car (env 7h en tout) donc c'est assez long surtout si le temps est limité.
On l'a déjà fait deux années de suite... pfff j'crois qu'on étais encore plus fatigués que les enfants 😛)
Mais c'est sympa comme expérience.
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Hi everyone,
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!
Nadia
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!
Nadia
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.
Thanks for your feedback!
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.
Thanks for your feedback!
5 days in Armenia with an 8-month-old baby
Hi everyone,
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,
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,
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,
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?
Thanks everyone!
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?
Thanks everyone!
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?
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!
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
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
Chers Voyageurs,
Nous sommes une famille avec de jeunes enfants ( 6 ans, 3 ans et un nouveau né) et souhaiterions partir une dizaine de jours en Aquitaine ( en Gironde ou dans les Landes). Nous aimerions nous trouver à proximité de jolis villages à visiter et si possible proches de la mer. Nous projetons de loger dans un camping avec une piscine afin que les enfants puissent jouer. Auriez-vous des lieux/ villages/campings à nous conseiller ? Nous ne connaissons pas du tout la région.
Merci beaucoup à vous !
Camille
Nous sommes une famille avec de jeunes enfants ( 6 ans, 3 ans et un nouveau né) et souhaiterions partir une dizaine de jours en Aquitaine ( en Gironde ou dans les Landes). Nous aimerions nous trouver à proximité de jolis villages à visiter et si possible proches de la mer. Nous projetons de loger dans un camping avec une piscine afin que les enfants puissent jouer. Auriez-vous des lieux/ villages/campings à nous conseiller ? Nous ne connaissons pas du tout la région.
Merci beaucoup à vous !
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! !
Hi,
We’re looking at heading to South Africa this summer (early July) with our two kids (6 & 10 years old). Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary so far. What do you think? Is it better to skip Addo? (We can’t add any more days...). If so, should we spend more time on certain stops or add something else? (Cederberg?) Thanks in advance, Bruno
D1 Arrival at 10 AM, rest in Cape Town D2 Cape Town or Cape Peninsula D3 Cape Town or Cape Peninsula D4 Bonteboks National Park; overnight in Heidelberg D5 Botlierskop Game Drive; overnight near Mossel Bay D6 Garden Route; overnight in Plettenberg Bay D7 Bird of Eden and Robberg Nature Reserve; overnight in Plettenberg Bay D8 Tsitsikamma; overnight in Addo D9 Addo D10 Ostrich farm; overnight in Oudtshoorn D11 Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and caves; overnight in Oudtshoorn D12 Garden Route Game Lodge; overnight in Albertinia D13 De Hoop; overnight in De Hoop D14 Hermanus; overnight in Hermanus D15 Betty’s Bay and return to Cape Town D16 Cape Town; departure at 5 PM
We’re looking at heading to South Africa this summer (early July) with our two kids (6 & 10 years old). Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary so far. What do you think? Is it better to skip Addo? (We can’t add any more days...). If so, should we spend more time on certain stops or add something else? (Cederberg?) Thanks in advance, Bruno
D1 Arrival at 10 AM, rest in Cape Town D2 Cape Town or Cape Peninsula D3 Cape Town or Cape Peninsula D4 Bonteboks National Park; overnight in Heidelberg D5 Botlierskop Game Drive; overnight near Mossel Bay D6 Garden Route; overnight in Plettenberg Bay D7 Bird of Eden and Robberg Nature Reserve; overnight in Plettenberg Bay D8 Tsitsikamma; overnight in Addo D9 Addo D10 Ostrich farm; overnight in Oudtshoorn D11 Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and caves; overnight in Oudtshoorn D12 Garden Route Game Lodge; overnight in Albertinia D13 De Hoop; overnight in De Hoop D14 Hermanus; overnight in Hermanus D15 Betty’s Bay and return to Cape Town D16 Cape Town; departure at 5 PM