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Bonjour j'ai un petit budget j'aimerais allez avec ma copine dans un lieu en europe autre que la france pour 1 semaine tout frais complet avec les billet d'avions.
500 euro 🙁🙁
Voyage en Europe pour 500 euros?
by Besrimka
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Oui mais pas la yougoslavie et etc quelque chose de touristique avec la plage
.... Ce ne sera pas difficile d'éviter la Yougoslavie qui n'existe plus depuis... des lustres... 🙂 Essayez la Bulgarie.
Michel
.... Ce ne sera pas difficile d'éviter la Yougoslavie qui n'existe plus depuis... des lustres... 🙂 Essayez la Bulgarie.
Michel
Bonjour,
Je suis un peu désolé de dire ça, mais ni Budapest ni Barcelone ne sont spécialement accessibles financièrement..... 🤪
Michel
Je suis un peu désolé de dire ça, mais ni Budapest ni Barcelone ne sont spécialement accessibles financièrement..... 🤪
Michel
Budapest y a pas de plage la croatie ?
Chère la Croatie..... 🤪 Budapest manque un peu de plage, oui.... 🙂 Essayez la Grèce, ou en Turquie, alors.
Michel
Chère la Croatie..... 🤪 Budapest manque un peu de plage, oui.... 🙂 Essayez la Grèce, ou en Turquie, alors.
Michel
Voici quelques possibilités:CroatieBarceloneSlovénieEcosse (via Ryanair, si les tarifs sont bons)
Je ne suis qu'un voyageur du monde!
Mon blog voyageur du monde:
http://mike.my.tripper-tips.com
Vous voulez partir à quelles dates et vous habitez où ?
Parce que ça change tout....
Michel
Michel
Partir en Europe à la mi-août et vous vous y prenez le deux juillet ?
Désolée mais votre histoire est à mourir de rire. A moins que vous ne prévoyez de partir à deux ou trois km de chez vous. Faudra pas rêver d'aller très loin avec une somme pareille... A fortiori si vous rêvez de plage. A moins que vous ne prévoyez de rendre visite à de la famille, là, ça reste encore jouable !
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
Écoute on est étudiant on viens de passé notre bac on a rien préparé avant parceque on avait pas la tète a y penssé alors evite de te foutre de la gueule des autres on est pas remplis d'argent moi c'est argent de mon anniversaire et une partis de noël pour elle c'est sont argent de noël .
Au lieu d'être con avec ta réponse qui nous aide pas du tout et bien envois de argent disons 1000 euros comme sa on pourra partir loin pfff
500€ par pers? ou 500€ à deux?
Par pers, pas vraiment de difficulté, sur internet tu trouveras un paquet d'offres tout compris.
A deux, ça se complique. Si vous avez une voiture vous pouvez rouler jusqu'en Ligurie (IT) par ex.
Sans voiture ça reste possible mais il faut une discipline importante. En gros tu fais la liste de là où tu peux aller pour pas cher en low cost ou en charters (en vol secs). Tu notes les destinations et les prix (taxes incluses) par dates. Puis tu cherches sur les différents sites spécialisés de réservations d'hotels (Booking, Venere, Hotelopia, HRS, Hotels, Laterooms, Ratestogo etc.) ce que tu peux avoir. Tu assembles le tout et si ça fait 400€ ça passera dans ton budget. Tu peux aussi morceler le séjour en plusieurs hôtels, souvent ça permet de faire baisser considérablement.
Sinon, choisis autre chose que l'hôtel.
C'est surtout une question d'habitude.
Par pers, pas vraiment de difficulté, sur internet tu trouveras un paquet d'offres tout compris.
A deux, ça se complique. Si vous avez une voiture vous pouvez rouler jusqu'en Ligurie (IT) par ex.
Sans voiture ça reste possible mais il faut une discipline importante. En gros tu fais la liste de là où tu peux aller pour pas cher en low cost ou en charters (en vol secs). Tu notes les destinations et les prix (taxes incluses) par dates. Puis tu cherches sur les différents sites spécialisés de réservations d'hotels (Booking, Venere, Hotelopia, HRS, Hotels, Laterooms, Ratestogo etc.) ce que tu peux avoir. Tu assembles le tout et si ça fait 400€ ça passera dans ton budget. Tu peux aussi morceler le séjour en plusieurs hôtels, souvent ça permet de faire baisser considérablement.
Sinon, choisis autre chose que l'hôtel.
C'est surtout une question d'habitude.
Je viens de voir ta réponse super polie.
Et oui, j'ai ri en voyant ton message à cause de son contenu.
Si tu veux partir en vacances pour 500€ pour deux, c'est au MOINS six mois à l'avance qu'il faut t'y prendre à fortiori à cette période ET ENCORE. Maintenant, en ce qui concerne tes vacances, je t'ai répondu sauf que tu ne sais pas lire, c'est soit du côté de chez toi, tu te fais un we à quelques km dans une ville que tu connais pas, qui est plutôt pittoresque soit, tu négocies avec des parents à toi qu'il te lâche leur appart' ou la maison, ou la maison de tes grands parents pour une semaine. c'est tout. Je peux pas faire de magie et mon argent, j'ai bien ailleurs à le mettre que dans des vacances pour ta copine et toi. Y'a toujours des billets de train qui peuvent être négociables en FRANCE pour pas chère. Mais c'est le logement où il faut pas trop rêvé. Il te reste encore des plans arrachent comme partir à l'aventure en Angleterre pour y travailler avec ta copine mais, c'est clair que ce ne seront pas des vacances "glamours". Donc, comme déjà dit, tes désirs sont financièrement hors de ta portée à cause de la période où tu t'y prends, ce que tu veux et ce que tu possèdes en poche. Il y a encore des dégriff de billets à la der des der minutes que tu peux avoir fin juillet. A Strass il font ça mais bon, je ne pense pas que tu trouveras ce que tu veux c'est-à-dire une destination pour 2 pour la durée du temps que tu veux. C'est des we que tu trouveras rien d'autre. Tu peux aussi aller dans les bleds perdus de France qui sont pas touristiques mais qui restent pittoresques mais, là encore, je retourne à ce que je t'ai déjà dit : "Regarde à côté de chez toi." Donc au lieu de prendre la mouche... lis entre les lignes. Tchüss.
Si tu veux partir en vacances pour 500€ pour deux, c'est au MOINS six mois à l'avance qu'il faut t'y prendre à fortiori à cette période ET ENCORE. Maintenant, en ce qui concerne tes vacances, je t'ai répondu sauf que tu ne sais pas lire, c'est soit du côté de chez toi, tu te fais un we à quelques km dans une ville que tu connais pas, qui est plutôt pittoresque soit, tu négocies avec des parents à toi qu'il te lâche leur appart' ou la maison, ou la maison de tes grands parents pour une semaine. c'est tout. Je peux pas faire de magie et mon argent, j'ai bien ailleurs à le mettre que dans des vacances pour ta copine et toi. Y'a toujours des billets de train qui peuvent être négociables en FRANCE pour pas chère. Mais c'est le logement où il faut pas trop rêvé. Il te reste encore des plans arrachent comme partir à l'aventure en Angleterre pour y travailler avec ta copine mais, c'est clair que ce ne seront pas des vacances "glamours". Donc, comme déjà dit, tes désirs sont financièrement hors de ta portée à cause de la période où tu t'y prends, ce que tu veux et ce que tu possèdes en poche. Il y a encore des dégriff de billets à la der des der minutes que tu peux avoir fin juillet. A Strass il font ça mais bon, je ne pense pas que tu trouveras ce que tu veux c'est-à-dire une destination pour 2 pour la durée du temps que tu veux. C'est des we que tu trouveras rien d'autre. Tu peux aussi aller dans les bleds perdus de France qui sont pas touristiques mais qui restent pittoresques mais, là encore, je retourne à ce que je t'ai déjà dit : "Regarde à côté de chez toi." Donc au lieu de prendre la mouche... lis entre les lignes. Tchüss.
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
Bonjour Besrimka,
500 euros me semble un peu juste, mais essaie le Portugal. Avec la compagnie aérienne Transavia vous pouvez peut-être trouver un bon tarif, mais faites la comparaison des prix sur Internet avec les autres compagnies. Je suis d'origine portugaise. Au nord, vous pouvez trouver des campings municipaux, et des auberges de jeune, très agréables et pas chers. Normalement en août, vous aurez un beau soleil, mais c'est l'Atlantique et l'eau est quand même froide. Si vous allez là-bas, ne surestimez pas vos forces, l'Atlantique c'est dangereux. Lorsque vous vous sentez fatigués, sortez de l'eau. C'est le conseil d'une maman, ma fille aussi vient de terminer son bac 🙂! Quoiqu'il en soit, que vous restez chez vous ou que vous partez, je vous souhaite de très bonnes vacances.
500 euros me semble un peu juste, mais essaie le Portugal. Avec la compagnie aérienne Transavia vous pouvez peut-être trouver un bon tarif, mais faites la comparaison des prix sur Internet avec les autres compagnies. Je suis d'origine portugaise. Au nord, vous pouvez trouver des campings municipaux, et des auberges de jeune, très agréables et pas chers. Normalement en août, vous aurez un beau soleil, mais c'est l'Atlantique et l'eau est quand même froide. Si vous allez là-bas, ne surestimez pas vos forces, l'Atlantique c'est dangereux. Lorsque vous vous sentez fatigués, sortez de l'eau. C'est le conseil d'une maman, ma fille aussi vient de terminer son bac 🙂! Quoiqu'il en soit, que vous restez chez vous ou que vous partez, je vous souhaite de très bonnes vacances.
Si tu veux partir en vacances pour 500€ pour deux, c'est au MOINS six mois à l'avance qu'il faut t'y prendre à fortiori à cette période ET ENCORE.
A voir... Pour du long courrier (ce qu'il ne demande pas) un réservation 2 ou 3 mois avant peut avoir de l'intérêt, bien que ce n'est pas une loi immuable, loin de là. Mais pour des vols courts (Europe, Maghreb) ou même des moyens courriers (Amérique) ce n'est pas vraiment utile de réserver au delà de 2 semaines / un mois, deux à l'extrême limite pour certaines compagnies. Toutes les compagnies anticipent la saisonnalité. Perso je n'ai jamais réserver qqc au delà d'un mois en avance et encore comme cela j'ai du souvent modifier les dates ou même les destinations avec les conséquences financières inhérentes. Des fois je réserve même la veille.
@ besrimka 2 AR à 60€ = 120€, 6 nuits à 35€ = 210 €, transferts aéroport, trajets locaux = 30€, nourritures et boissons = 120 € Total 480€ Avec un budget de ce type et un peu de réflexion tu peux aller dans beaucoup d'endroits.
Sinon D4 fait du matos de camping tout à fait honnête... Parcours un peu cette rubrique de VF tu y trouveras des idées.
A voir... Pour du long courrier (ce qu'il ne demande pas) un réservation 2 ou 3 mois avant peut avoir de l'intérêt, bien que ce n'est pas une loi immuable, loin de là. Mais pour des vols courts (Europe, Maghreb) ou même des moyens courriers (Amérique) ce n'est pas vraiment utile de réserver au delà de 2 semaines / un mois, deux à l'extrême limite pour certaines compagnies. Toutes les compagnies anticipent la saisonnalité. Perso je n'ai jamais réserver qqc au delà d'un mois en avance et encore comme cela j'ai du souvent modifier les dates ou même les destinations avec les conséquences financières inhérentes. Des fois je réserve même la veille.
@ besrimka 2 AR à 60€ = 120€, 6 nuits à 35€ = 210 €, transferts aéroport, trajets locaux = 30€, nourritures et boissons = 120 € Total 480€ Avec un budget de ce type et un peu de réflexion tu peux aller dans beaucoup d'endroits.
Sinon D4 fait du matos de camping tout à fait honnête... Parcours un peu cette rubrique de VF tu y trouveras des idées.
C'est vrai. C'est pas faux que cela. Quand je disais cela, je pensais surtout à des très longues distances et c'est vrai qu'avec des lowcost je dois mettre un véritable bémol sur mes propos ce qui vient d'être fait. :)
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
Reeeeelllllaxxxxx! les filles! 😎
Alors voila je me suis amusé à lire les péripéties de ce post qui m'ont bien fait rire car je vous ai trouvé un voyage de ouf en ... en ... corse! nan je déconne pas... Vous aviez demandé Aout? Je vous donne les dates: c'est 12 jours du 12 au 24 aout! de cette année je vous rassure.
- Départ de Genève vol easy jet jusqu'à Bastia (200Chf pour les deux, je vous dispense des calculs: 150€) Je vous rassure aussi le vol est aller retour a ce prix!
- Arrivée à bastia airport, prendre un taxi sur 3km (peu cher) pour arriver au camping l'esperanza. Pour une tente et 2 personnes sur le camping c'est 12€/nuit 12x10 (on compte 2 jours de voyage) 120€ de camping tx de séjour comprise.
- bouffe et divers: 230€...😮
Des questions? des remarques?
c'est pas une blague, je me suis amusé a faire sa et sa me donne envie de partir...
Si vous n'êtes pas vraiment convaincues, envoyez moi un message avec vos questions...
Ah! j'oubliais, ce camping est en bord de mer comme avaient demandée ces demoiselles... Enjoy!
Croustip
Alors voila je me suis amusé à lire les péripéties de ce post qui m'ont bien fait rire car je vous ai trouvé un voyage de ouf en ... en ... corse! nan je déconne pas... Vous aviez demandé Aout? Je vous donne les dates: c'est 12 jours du 12 au 24 aout! de cette année je vous rassure.
- Départ de Genève vol easy jet jusqu'à Bastia (200Chf pour les deux, je vous dispense des calculs: 150€) Je vous rassure aussi le vol est aller retour a ce prix!
- Arrivée à bastia airport, prendre un taxi sur 3km (peu cher) pour arriver au camping l'esperanza. Pour une tente et 2 personnes sur le camping c'est 12€/nuit 12x10 (on compte 2 jours de voyage) 120€ de camping tx de séjour comprise.
- bouffe et divers: 230€...😮
Des questions? des remarques?
c'est pas une blague, je me suis amusé a faire sa et sa me donne envie de partir...
Si vous n'êtes pas vraiment convaincues, envoyez moi un message avec vos questions...
Ah! j'oubliais, ce camping est en bord de mer comme avaient demandée ces demoiselles... Enjoy!
Croustip
Chaque endroit du monde est magnifique, il suffit de savoir l'apprécier
Euh... juste une correc' si je me trompe pas, Besrimka est un mec.
A lui ou elle de confirmer ou infirmer mes propos. :)
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
+1
D'ailleurs, cette phrase :
tu négocies avec des parents à toi qu'il te lâche leur appart' ou la maison, ou la maison de tes grands parents pour une semaine.
C'est une PETITE FILLE de riche, qui envoie ses parents, on ne sait où ? au Seychelles, les maldives, où à l'hôpital, pour pouvoir passer ses vacances.
Quelle éducation et quelle mentalité.
"L'homme qui veut s'instruire doit lire d'abord, et puis voyager pour rectifier ce qu'il a appris
Ahahahahahahahaha. Je ris à en perdre haleine en lisant cela.
Mon ou ma pauvre Thuthiem. Tu es ridicule au plus haut point. Tellement que c'en est même pathétique. Riche, moi ? N'importe quoi. Heureusement que la bêtise n'est pas une maladie parce que sinon, te concernant, ce serait un cancer des plus douloureux.
Et ce n'est pas parce que j'habite à Biarritz que j'en suis une. Idiot que tu es.
Pour ton information, ma mère réside à Epinay-sur-Seine et TOUTE ma famille est d'origine africaine. Je suis une enfant dont les parents ont immigré sur le sol français des les années 70. Ma mère loue un HLM dans l'un des coins les plus pourris de la ville et travaille dans le social. Abruti fini. Et ceux dont on peut dire qu'ils ont "réussi", ce sont les enfants. Seulement parce qu'on est aller à l'école et encore, ce qu'on appelle réussite ne l'est pas aux vues de mon côté paternel vue que mes soeurs et moi-même sommes des ministres d'église et travaillons principalement dans l'humanitaire soit, nous n'avons PAS DE BIEN DU TOUT. Seule l'aînée a des biens. Mon autre soeur et moi-même sommes payées au lance-pierre pour ce qu'on fait, les trois quart du temps nous vivons des dons et du soutien de proches qui croient ce que nous faisons en faveur des pauvres et des malheureux. Et mon frère est un artiste créateur donc, non il n'est pas riche.
La prochaine fois, réfléchis à deux fois avant de parler. Et essaie de soigner le mal qui t'atteint en apprenant à te taire plutôt qu'à sauter sur les conclusions sans connaître le gens. A fortiori moi, qui suis TOUT sauf une blondinette, riche, superficielle et sans cervelle.
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
Mais t'es du plessis ! Trop marrant ! J'y ai habité pendant 24 ans ! :)
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
J'ai 29 ans, j'habitais au Pierrier. Je sais pas si tu connais les anciens de l'époque avec qui j'ai grandi comme Charles, Raphaël, Djoudjou, Mezis, Salomon, Big (Antoine) Chechlere et j'en passe. Maintenant, je vis à Biarritz et je suis missionnaire. C'est-à-dire que je voyage à travers le monde et que je parcours le pays pour aider les gens qui sont en difficulté ainsi que les paroisses. Et toi, tu fais quoi dans la vie ?
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
Au contraire, je trouve que Barcelone est vraiment accessible avec un budget de 500 euros. Tu pourras trouver des billets discount qui sont vraiment pas cher sur le net et loger dans un auberge ou un hotel pas cher. Pour la nourriture, tu trouveras des petits restaurants au centre ville.
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Ouais, je suis pas surprise tu connaisses pas beaucoup de monde, mec. Normal, la résidence a changé grave. Quand moi j'ai grandi à l'époque, dès qu'un nouveau arrivait on l'accueillait tous. Direct, il était pris dans la famille du Pierrier et tout le tintouin. Et puis, avec Pemezec et sa politique de tri, ça a grave de chez grave changé. Ma mère a déménagé y'a trois ans maintenant et je retourne assez souvent au Plessis que maintenant on surnomme Disneybinson et franchement, ça a rien à voir. Tout le monde ne pense qu'au fric et tout le monde est hypocrite à souhait. Triste.
Après, je sais pas ton âge mais y'a toujours des anciens comme Nessim, Big qui habite toujours là mais la plupart des anciens quand je les revois, ils me disent que ça a changé. Du reste, c'est le Pierrier qu'à le moins souffert et qui a toujours plus ou moins gardé l'esprit des champs et sa politique familiale mais bon, c'est plus comme avant quoi. Du temps où l'on faisait des poursuites dans les garages, des matches Portugal contre le reste du monde ou encore qu'on faisait des 21 au Basket... Ah, c'est loin tout ça. :/
Mais vie reste belle ! ;) .... Et c'est tout ce qui compte ! :)
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
on viens de passé notre bac on a rien préparé avant parceque on avait pas la tète a y penssé
excuse moi, question sans rapport avec le theme du post : tu viens de passer ton bac et ta copine aussi , ma question : vous avez tous les deux été recus ???!!!
excuse moi, question sans rapport avec le theme du post : tu viens de passer ton bac et ta copine aussi , ma question : vous avez tous les deux été recus ???!!!
le voyage est un bonheur, pas une destination, Ando
Excellent !
Parés pour les études sup alors !
Bonne route à vous ! ;)
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
EXCELLENT! C'est ce quelque chose de bien que cela parce que t'es toujours plus ou moins suivi pour tes études. Surtout que t'es studieux t'après ce que j'ai pu lire. :)
Bonne continuation, l'ami !
Keep it up, hey! ;)
"L'impossible est le seul adversaire digne de l'être humain."
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When we arrive in Cape Town, we’d like to settle in and take it easy until New Year’s, exploring at a relaxed pace. We know this period coincides with South African holidays—does that make finding accommodations (availability/prices) more difficult? Do you think it’s possible to stay in a nice place for about 15 days without aiming for the most upscale neighborhoods? Maybe somewhere a bit outside Cape Town, like Fish Hoek, and just visit the city occasionally.
After that, we’ll have plenty of time (about 2 to 2.5 months) to explore the country. We’d like to take our time. In your opinion, is it better to focus on the Cape Town region, or is it reasonable to consider more distant areas like the Drakensberg or Blyde River Canyon? Can everything be done by car if we take our time, or are domestic flights sometimes more practical?
Budget-wise, how much do car rentals cost? For accommodations, we usually look at Airbnb—are they affordable in South Africa? What’s the average nightly rate outside the biggest cities? Are there other platforms you’d recommend for saving on lodging?
Finally, regarding safety, are there any regions to avoid besides Johannesburg?
We know this is a lot of questions, but we’re still in the early planning stages!
Thanks in advance for your advice!
Hi there,
After exploring southern Peru in 2024 with your help, we’d love to head north next. There’ll be 5 or 6 of us:
1. Arrive in Lima in the evening.
2. Visit Lima and take a flight at 6:35 PM to Tarapoto.
3, 4, 5. Spend a few days there to trek in a reserve (Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve) or somewhere else.
6. From Tarapoto to Chachapoyas—either by overnight bus, daytime bus, or private car.
7. In Chachapoyas: Gocta Waterfall, Sonche Canyon, and walk back to town.
8. Head to Kuelap citadel, Revash, and arrive in Leymebamba.
9. Leymebamba museum, then route to Cajamarca.
10. Cajamarca hot springs, overnight bus to Trujillo or Chiclayo—or do both.
11, 12, 13. Visit and explore the area.
14. Overnight bus back to Lima.
15. Lima.
16. Depart at 8 PM for France.
What do you think of this itinerary? Looking forward to your advice.
Thanks
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks: • What clothes are absolutely essential? • Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light? • Which accessories have been the most useful for you? • Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks: • What clothes are absolutely essential? • Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light? • Which accessories have been the most useful for you? • Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
Hi there, we’re heading to the Cyclades from June 23 to July 9. We’ll arrive in Santorini and leave from Mykonos. We’re thinking of visiting these islands: Folegandros, Milos, Sifnos, Tinos, and Mykonos. Do you think it’s better to book the ferries now (which site do you recommend for booking?) or can we buy the tickets on the spot? Also, do you have any suggestions for accommodation under 100 €/night on each of these islands? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone!
I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Hi,
Are there still basic, traditional, and affordable authentic accommodations in Poland? I’ll be traveling in July with my husband and our 2 kids along the Warsaw-Łódź-Toruń-Gdańsk route, and all I can find online are standardized Ikea-style apartments in the cities. When I look for agrotourism, it’s all luxury farms.
Can you find farms in the countryside or city lodgings for under 60 euros per night? And if so, how?
Is it possible to find accommodations on the spot without internet—like from people who put up signs—even in July?
Thanks for your reply
Thanks for your reply
Hi everyone
I’m spending a week in Paris and I’m looking to stay somewhere for the fewest euros possible :) Thanks for your help
Tigrou
I’m spending a week in Paris and I’m looking to stay somewhere for the fewest euros possible :) Thanks for your help
Tigrou
Hi,
I need to stay in Paris or Créteil for 2 nights a week for a month. I know some cheap backpacker options, but I’d like something even cheaper. Do you know of any rooms for rent from private individuals?
Thanks
Hi everyone,
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
Hi there, we’re planning a road trip in northern Algeria at the end of January – early February.
Anyone have any tips for a car rental agency that’s both reliable and not too expensive? Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
Thanks for your help! Best regards,
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
Thanks for your help! Best regards,
I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing.
My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite.
What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th?
Thanks in advance
Is there a bus between Djema el Fna square and Guéliz? Where do you catch it?
Change: at Djema el Fna square or go to Bld Mohamed V?
Thanks!
Hi there,
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Thanks so much! !
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Thanks so much! !
Hi there,
Could you recommend some nice and affordable neighborhoods to book a hotel in for visiting Nice and exploring its surroundings and nearby villages?
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
Thanks in advance for your help!
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
Thanks in advance for your help!
hi there
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
Thanks for your input!
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
Thanks for your input!
Hi everyone,
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle
Hey everyone!
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for 2 adults and 2 kids to Tanzania and Zanzibar. I’ve had a quick look, and the prices are starting to get pretty wild.
We’ve got a budget of 8,000 €, and I was thinking of doing three or four days of safari and three or four days in Zanzibar, but even that seems like it might be over budget. Have you got any thoughts? I was also considering heading straight to Zanzibar and doing a one- or two-day excursion by plane instead—maybe that’d be cheaper than staying in a lodge.
Anyway, thanks for sharing your experiences and any price tips, departing from Nice!
Good evening,
As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November.
Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle.
So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable.
The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide.
Thanks in advance for all your replies.
Jacques
We’ll be in Srinagar for 4 days in mid-May 2026 during our backpacking trip as a couple. Do you have any nice places to recommend, and what about the houseboats on Dal Lake? Should we spend all our nights there, or just one night for practicality when getting around?
Thanks,
Rozenn
Hi there,
This is my first time traveling to Italy, and I’m planning to go by car.
From what I’ve read, parking is tough in cities like Florence.
I’m looking for a small town not too far from Florence where I can stay and park my car, then take the train to visit Florence.
Any ideas or suggestions?
Thanks in advance
Hi there, it’s been a long time since I last went to London. I’d love to spend a week there in July with my daughter and my niece (both young adults).
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Thanks,
Marsyork
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Thanks,
Marsyork
Hi everyone!
I’m heading to Morocco for a trip in the south, starting with 3 days in Marrakech (from January 8th to 11th, 2026).
If you’ve got any tips, cool spots to recommend, I’m all ears! 🎊
And, fellow traveler, if you’d like to share this Marrakech adventure together, I’d love that!
Have a great evening
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Peru and have estimated how many days I’ll spend in each place.
Any advice on must-see sights and tourist traps to avoid?
September–October
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)
3 days in Nazca
3 days in Arequipa
3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)
5 days in Cusco
Thanks in advance
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)
3 days in Nazca
3 days in Arequipa
3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)
5 days in Cusco
Thanks in advance