L'envie m'a prise de partir 2 semaines en mai en Equateur. Je ne connais pas du tout le pays et ai donc besoin d'un maximum de renseignements pour que mon voyage soit tout de même réussi.
Tout d'abord, j'hésite à prendre un billet d'avion pour Quito ou pour Guayaquil, ne sachant pas où sont les plus belles régions à voir.
N'ayant que 2 semaines, je ne sais pas si j'aurai le temps de faire les 2 villes. Y a-t-il des bus? Si oui, combien de temps dure le trajet?
Je n'ai aucune envie d'être mêlée à une foule de touristes, je suis plutôt "aventure", ce qui veut dire que je compte bouger d'une ville à l'autre, tout en profitant des sites qui le méritent. Quels sont les plus beaux endroits à voir?
Je voulais également savoir s'il était difficile de se loger (chez l'habitant), et si vous aviez des adresses.
D'autre part, je pars seule, et je me demandais s'il y avait des dangers quelconques auxquels je devais prêter attention.
En bref je pars vraiment sur un coup de tête (un coup de tête réfléchi quand même), donc j'ai besoin de vos conseils, tous seront les bienvenus.
Je te conseille de prendre un vol pour Quito qui est aussi bien situe pour les Andes, l'Oriente et la cote. C'est l'unique conseil que je peux te donner etant que j'irai pour la premiere fois en Equateur en Aout.
Penses tu qu'en 20 jours, j'aurai le temps de faire un tour dans les galapagos si je prend un vol pour quito? Et sais tu comment on peut s'y rendre sans passer par une agence?
Malheureusement je ne vais pas pouvoir t'aider a ce sujet car je n'ai pas étudiée la question étant donné que je n'ai pas prévu d'y aller. En 20 jours tu as tout a fait le temps d'y aller mais il fait savoir que c'est cher et c'est pour cette raison que les touristes restent au moins 4-5 jours la bas.
Si tu souhaite faire les Galapagos, tu ferait bien de commencer ton voyage a Guayaquil puis tu remonte sur Quito en passant comme tu dit par les sites qui le merite. Je ne pourrait pas tout te dire il y en a tant dans ce petit pays ( Cuenca, Quilotoa, Quito, Amazonie...). Je ne connaît pas encore la côte, il paraît que ca vaut le détour.
Si tu ne souhaites pas etre mélée à une foule de touristes évite Baños, qui est tout de même très jolie !
Une fois a Quito tu pourra prendre contact avec une agence et filer directement aux Galapagos pour terminer ton voyage (en général les gens restent environ 4-5 jours effectivement).
Au niveau de la sécurité, pour une fille seule je ne sais pas, .... il y a beaucoup de disussions très complète sur ce forum qui t'explique comment éviter les vols, les agressions, simplement en fonction de ton comportement. Personnellement, je n'ai eu aucun problème pour le moment, il suffit de faire attention.
Si vouz allez à Guayaquil, je te recommande d'aller a la plage. Vouz arrivez a Salinas en 2 heurs, y 2.5 heurs a Montañita. Il fait beau, mais l'été est presque terminé.
Bonjour madame voyage,
j'ai passé 3 mois en Équateur il y 2 ans. Je connais très bien la région d'Otavalo, dans les andes. Pour avoir fait le trajet en autobus de nuit jusqu'à Guayaquil, je sais qu'il faut vous prévoir beaucoup de temps pour voyager en autobus dans le pays. On pense que l'Équateur c'est petit mais Guyaquil-Quito c'est environ 10h d'autobus, entre autre parce que le terrain est plutôt spéciale.... À cause de la cordillère des andes et de toutes les montagnes qui se trouvent sur la route.
Je ne suis pas une touriste a Quito, je suis équatorienne mais j ai habité à Montréal et Vancouver et je peux te dire que Quito ce n est pas très différente de n importe quelle ville grande. Il faut faire attention même que tu ferais à Toronto ou Montréal. J ai une petite maison d ébergement et les filles que sont restés avec nous n on pas eu trop de problèmes. Mais malheureusement je dois te dire que les touristes sont un target pour les voleurs. Le plus conseillé c est de n amener plus que tu aurais besoin chaque jour.
Rester avec une famille ça coute entre 12 et 18$USA si ça t intéresse de vivre la culture.
Voyager en Equateur n est pas compliqué et pas chère, je croix que le billet en autobus Quito - Guayaquil coute $12 et l avion plus ou mois 60$USA. Entre Quito et Guayaquil il y a aprox. 5 heures de voyage si tu prends l autobus direct.
Pour aller au Galápagos tu dois passer par Guayaquil et le pris varie plus tôt en fonction du type de tour que tu prends que de l agence voyage.
Moi en tant que guide te recommanderai de rentrer par Quito. Si tu vas à Galápagos de toute façon tu verras la plage, et autour de la ville de Quito il y a plein des endroits pour tous les gouts.
bonjour,
rentré d equateur il y a 2 semaines j ai mis mes notes, infos...et photos sur mon site
Galapagos pas fait mon guide me dit 5 jours minimum et surtout c est cher donc faire le calcul
Sinon voir ile de la Plata Galapagos des pauvres !!!
Arrivée Quitoe et depart Guyaquil (petit detail taxe aeroport moins chère qu'a Quito !!
Train des Andes (diablo) fermé pour au moins 6 mois
Bonne préparation
Merci merci!
Je vais aller faire un tour sur ton site.
Sandralatte, comment prendre contact avec des familles pour vivre la culture locale?
Je pensais passer quelques jours en Amazonie, aurais-tu des contacts ou des suggestions pour ce périple?
Bon, pour aller a la jungle il y plein des choix dépendent de ce que tu veux faire, du temps disponible et du budget. Il y a des agences qu’organisent des tours, la commission qu’ils font sorte de l’operateur ça veut dire que ça te couterai le même si tu leur contactes toi-même. L’avantage ce que l’agence va te donner plus des options et serai plus facile pour toi de choisir. Je te recommanderai de contacter ça ici à Quito.
Une caractéristique à prévoir ce que la jungle du nord est une forêt primaire, mais si tu vas voyager au sud du pays pour les montagnes ce mieux d’aller au sud de la Amazonie, de toute façon tu vas aimer et tu peux combiner montagnes et jungle a la fois parce que tu ne restes pas beaucoup de temps dans le pays.
Pour des familles moi je reçois chez moi si ça t’intéresse, mais je connais des autres personnes que le font aussi, si tu veux je peux te contacter, ils sont des familles clase moyenne-haut avec des maisons confortables.
Moi aussi je suis très excité parce que je vais faire un voyage en Europe en quelques mois.
L'Equateur est un pays magnifique avec des paysages très varies. Les equatoriens sont des gens très accueillants.
Si on parle espagnol, c'est très simple. Les transports sont faciles en bus, taxis ou avion et fréquents.
Ne pas hesiter à prendre l'avion sur des lignes intérieures (pas tres cher) car même si les distances sont faibles, les temps sont gigantesques.
A voir :
le marché d'Otavalo le samedi (ou un autre marché dans une ville de taille moyenne)
vallée des volcans (monter au refuge du cotopaxi ou au chimborazo, attention à l'acclimatation)
le parc de cuyabeno : Avion pour lago agrio (30min) au lieu de 10 h de bus (les vols intérieurs ne sont pas très chers) puis lodge c'est extraordinaire
la ville de cuenca
le quito colonial + monter au téléphérique au dessus de la ville + jardin botanique
les lagunes (Ozaogoche, Quilotoa...)
les iles galapagos si tu as du temps (car les transferts sont tres longs) c'est très beau
Je n'ai pas aimé
Montanita à cause du tourisme qui a tout ruiné
Guayaquil trop gros et oppressant
Ma famille et moi nous serons très contents de t héberger chez nous. J habite a Quito au nord de la ville. Ici tout est proche même si c est une ville de plus de deux millions d habitants.
Je serai très contente de te conseiller en ce que tu aurais besoin. Pour le temps que tu serais ici ce que tu penses visiter c est faisable, donc à organiser tout et ne te reste pas que de prendre l avion.
N oublies pas d amener un manteau légère type automne et s il est imperméable ce mieux, la crème solaire et des lunettes de soleil. Le restant des jeans, T shirts et souliers confortables. La vie nocturne ici est très intéressante donc si tu aimes ça amène quelques marceaux pour fêter à soir.
Merci bien pour m offrir tes conseilles pour mon voyage en Europe, j apprécie énormément.
Sandra
Je t envoi un peut plus d info par mesaggerie privée.
Ici la manière plus fréquente de voyager des touristes ce l autobus. Il y a des compagnies fiables qui font la route directe.
Il n ai pas accès de Latacunga à la plage, ça serait mieux d aller de Cuenca v ers Guayaquil et là choisir l endroit que vous aimerez. Moi je aime les plages a la province de Manabí, un peut plus nord, je les trouve plus tranquilles, mois chères et le gens sont très accueillantes, quelque chose au tour du parc « Los Frailes » par exemple. Même si vous allez ver « Puerto Lopez » (très touristique) vous pourriez prendre un tour d un jour a l « Isla de la Plata » qu’on appelle le Galápagos de pauvres, je croix que un tour coute à peut-près 30$ USA et si c est la bonne saison voir des baleines.
Una autre idée que je pense, ce de faire « La ruta del Sol » (la route du soleil) que suive la plage pour plusieurs endroits en visitant chaque point. Vous pourriez trouver l info a l internet, ça ce très intéressante aussi.
Je sui très désolée je pensé avoir envoyé déjà ce message. Mais bon je viens de le faire, laisse moi savoir si tu ne le reçois pas STP. J espère que ça va être de l aide pour toi.
Je me demande si tu as reçu mon dernier message privé à propos de ta question sur un petit village à la plage. Apparemment mes messages privés n’arrivent pas. J’essaie de voir qu’est ce qu’il se passe mais je ne suis pas sure.
En tout cas j’espère que ton projet va par le bon chemin.
Oui j'ai bien reçu ton message sur les plages et je t'en remercie. Les meilleures plages sont assez loin des Andes donc je me suis dis que nous pourrions aller sur la cote del Oro au sud de Quayaquil depuis Cuenca. Comment est l'ile Jambeli (près de Machala) ? Est-ce c'est joli ?
Malheureusement je ne connais pas Jambeli. Je sais que ce très touristique donc surement il y a beaucoup de monde. Moi je préfère les plages plus tranquilles.
La provincia del Oro es connu aussi par la production de crevettes et de banane, c est un endroit très commercial.
J ai trouve un site que tu peux visiter, mais il y a bien des autres aussi.
Je cherche à trouver un logement chez l'habitant à Guayaquil pour cet été ( mi Juillet / mi Aout ) car j'y vais pour travailler au sein d'une association humanitaire . Connaissez -vous par hasard quelqu'un également dans cette ville . Nous sommes partis en février avec nos enfants en Equateur que nous avons absolument adoré ( d'ou mon retour, seule, cet été ).
Je vous remercie par avance .
Malheureusement je ne peux pas penser à quelque un, mais je peux demander ailleurs. Si jamais je trouve quelque un disponible je vous écris a plus vite.
Bons préparatifs,
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
