je voudrais organiser mon voyage de noces,
je voudrais aller en espagne, mais je ne sais pas quelle ville visiter
je réside au maroc donc c'est tout près
je cherche une formule économique
C'est assez vague "un voyage économique" mais la formule que nous avons utilisé était de demeurer dans un hotel sur la Costa Del Sol avec cuisinette et de voyager quotidiennement dans la région à l'aide des transports en commun Bus et train. Durant le mois nous avons visité 16 villes incluant une excursion à Séville et Grenade. Pour le repas de l'après midi, on s'apporte une bonne collation que nous transportions dans un sac avec glaçons.
N'hésites pas si tu veux plus de détails...
Michel
Un passionné des voyages, de la musique et des photos
c est une bonne idée je trouve, mais j'aimerais aller à un seul endroit et y rester étant donné que ce sera seulement pour une semaine, alors, parmis les villes que tu as visité en espagne, quelles sont tes préférées?
j'aimerais aller dans une ville qui soit en meme temps romantique et qui ait des monuments historiques, etc..
sachant que je compte y aller début octobre prochain et que je compte débourser 1000 euros!!! 😊
J'aimerais savoir de la Costa Del Sol, -peut-on voyager en train ( j'adore le train ) beaucoup + que le bus car le bus souvent c'est par des routes sinueuses et escapés... j'ai peur des précipices...mais je me contrôle mieux en train.
De: la Costa Del Sol, si nous voulons aller à Séville - quel est le meilleur choix ( sans égard au prix )
" " " à Grenade- " " " " " ( " " "
et...Madrid et Barcelone... êtes-vous allé ?
Combien de temps pour partir de Costa à Séville...Grenade= doit-on coucher là ...? et le prix si vous souvenez..
et à ne pas manquer quoi d'autres...Faites-nous rêver....Merci -merci à l'avance
Sur la Costa Del Sol, à quel hôtel étiez - vous et dans quelle ville
la costa del sol est un peu trop betonée, j'essairais d'y éviter. Autant aller à "las negras" (50 km à l'est d'Almeria), beaucoup plus vierge et joli mais, c'est vrai, un peu plus loin des villes que t'envisages visiter (au même temps, pas tant que ça: on parle de 130km à l'est de granada) ou bien à la côte de cadix (même cas de figure, mais au sud-ouest de seville cette fois ci). Il faut absolument aller à Granada et, au choix, à Cordoue ou Seville (ou les deux: 30 min en TGV). Le train entre Granada et Seville met 3:45 min. Almeria-granada c'est 1 heure aprox. Granada- cordoue c'est 2:30 h aprox. Sevilla -cadix c'est 2h aprox. Tout est à coté comme tu vois, et la façon la plus rapide et comfortable (mais aussi la plus chère) de se déplacer en Andalousie c'est le train (il y a plusieures liaison TGV entre seville, cordoue et malaga et un train rapide entre almeria-granada-malaga-cordoue). Pour l'hébergement, il faut compter 45 à 70 euros la nuit pour une chambre double sympa en centre ville (les prix sont plus ou moins les mêmes partout.
je t'envois une image pour t'aider à visualiser les commentaires (les lignes bleues sont TGV; les verts son trains regionaux ou rapides)😛
Je vais commencer à répondre, par la fin....Nous couchions au Bayondillo à Torremolinos un grand hôtel avec chambre de style studio et cuisinette. de catégorie 3*. Nous étions à environ 20 minutes à pieds du terminus d'autobus et du train (140 marches à monter au travers du village, mais agréable à monter a toutes les fois) sur la rue San Miguel)qui nous mène jusqu'à Fuengirolla en passant par Bénalmadéna. et à 20 min de Malaga, toujours en train, d'ou nous pouvions voyager de là, dans toutes l'Espagne. Nous utilisions l'autobus pour les endroits d'un maximum de 90 minutes de transport. Bénalmadéna 7km se voyage à pieds au bord de la mer sur la Paseo Maritimo Rue piétonnière au bord de la mer .Largeur de + de 30 pieds en marbre je crois)en ou en train . Fuengirola est la ville suivante et je crois aussi qu'on y est aller par la Paseo Maritimo . Pour se qui est de voyager en train à part des ville ci-haut mentionnées, je ne sais pas. Pour aller à Séville que je recommande fortement d'aller et de visiter la Place d'Espagne, nous avions pris un tour organisé. Dans tous les hôtels qu'on y demeure ou pas on peut se procurer une excursion pour la journée. On part très tôt le matin et on revient vers 18h00 - 19h00. ( Je crois 3 hrs de voyagement) Moi qui n'aime pas les voyages organisés, je le recommande quand même car la durée de visite + repas+ guide sur place en vaut la peine....Pour Granada, 2hrs de routes environs, excursion recommandée. C'est un Palais Royal avec un Jardin ....extraordinaire à ne jamais manqué. Dans la période de l'été il faut apparemment réserver notre billet d'entré plusieurs semaines à l'avance et peut-être même de mois d'avance..et ce par par internet. ( voir sur internet le site de l'Ahlambra extra....) Le prix des excursion est d'environ 90$ à 100$ par personne. Entrée, transport et repas inclus... Faites le calcul cela vaut la peine... Barcelone et Madrid, je n'ai pas visité ces villes.
Mon coup de coeur si j'avais à faire un choix serait d'aller m'héberger à Frigiliana 9L'un de village Pueblo Blanco - le plus bo que j'ai visité)) et de visiter ce village et celui de Nerja, à quelques kilomètre, composé des grottes de cette ville. Oui on en a vu des grottes.... mais comme celle-là...incroyable,
Si tu veux voir des monuments historiques tu peux te déplacer vers Malaga.
Autre si tu n'as pas peur des grandes villes pour un voyage de noce il y a bien certainement Granada. De là comme monument, tu ne te trompes pas avec le Palais Royal l'Ahlambra
By et bon voyage de Noce
Un passionné des voyages, de la musique et des photos
Nous avons utilisé le bus qui prend environ 1hr de Torremolinos à Nerja. En se qui regarde les autres excursions....j'aimerais savoir de quelles premières excursions, vous parlez pour que je vous mentionne les autres à faire car j'ai visité plusieurs villes et fait plusieurs excursions...et je ne retrouve pas notre^première discution, s'il y a lieu...
N'hésitez pas....cela me rappelle de bons souvenirs
Michel
Un passionné des voyages, de la musique et des photos
L'automne dernier (2007), j'ai effectué, avec ma conjointe, un voyage de 3 semaines en Espagne, avec crochets au Maroc (1 journée à Tanger) et au Portugal (Lisbonne). Voyage magnifique, qui s'est bien passé, voiture louée (avec immatriculation espagnole, donc no probléma). Je suis disposé à transmettre les coordonnées des habitaciones (nuitées, lieux où nous avons dormi), tous des endroits que nous recommandons pcq propres, sécuritaires et à prix fort abordable. Georges de Québec. Adresses des hôtels – voyage Espagne-Portugal 2007
a) En Espagne :
BARCELONE –Olivera Apartment
29 Bajos (derecha Plaza Espanya
Tel. : +34 934 522 568 Fax : +34 933 969 059
www.habitatapartments.com
courriel : info@habitatapartments.com
Habitación : 76 €
Date de séjour: 15 au 17 octobre
L’AMPOLLA (Tarragona) – Hotel La Roca Plana
N.I.F.
Av. Marítima
43895 L’Ampolla
Tel. 977 460 332 Fax : 977 460 496
www.rocaplana.com
courriel : larocaplana@rocaplana.com
Habitación : 45 €
Date de séjour: 18 octobre
MURCIA – Hotel Hispano2 Locha S.L.
Calle Radio Murcia 3
30001 Murcia
Tel. 968 21 61 52 Fax : 968 21 68 59
http://www.booking.com/hotel/es/hispano-2.html?aid=314124&label=tripad-_307778_es_-393418_murcia_94649_Hispano%202&lang=ca
ou: www.hotelhispano.net
courriel : hotel@hotelhispano.net
Habitación : 60, 75 € Parking : 12 €
Date de séjour: 19 octobre
GRANADA – Pensión Landázuri (pour être près de l’Alhambra)
Cuesta de Gomérez, 24
18009 Granada
Telf. : 958 22 14 06
www.hostallandazuri.com
courriel : info@hostallandazuri.com
Habitación doble : 45 €
Date de séjour: 20 octobre
GRANADA – Hostal VERONA
Recogidas, 9 – 1° Izq.
18005 Granada
Telf. : 958 25 55 07 Fax : 958 25 25 09
http://www.hostalveronagranada.com/
courriel: hverona@terra.es
Habitación doble : 55 €
Date de séjour: 21 octobre
ESTEPONA – Hostal El Pilar
Plaza de las Flores No 10
29680 Estepona (Málaga)
Tlef. y Fax: 95 280 00 18
http://www.ainte.net/hostalelpilar
courriel : hostalelpilar@telefonica.net
Habitación (et parking) : 52 €
Date de séjour: 22 au 24 octobre
SEVILLA – Hotel Venecia
Calle / Trajano, 31
41002 Sevilla
Telf. 954 381 161 Fax : 954 901 955
http://www.hotelvenecia.net/
courriel : hotelvenecia@hispavista.com reservas@hotelvenecia.net
Habitación : 85 €
Date de séjour: 25 octobre
SEVILLA – Hotel Zaida
Club Ahorro Viaje, S.L.
C/ San Roque, 26
41001 Sevilla
Teléfono: 954 211 138 Fax : 954 218 810
http://www.hotelzaida.com
courriel : info@hotelzaida.com
Habitación doble : 59 €
Date de séjour: 26 octobre
b) Au Portugal :
OURIQUE (Portugal) –Residencial Romba
(cerca S. Lourenço)
7670-253 Ourique
Tel: 286512760 Fax : 286512767
Telemovel: 918347769
La municipalité d’Ourique : http://www.cm-ourique.pt/
Quarto: 45 €
Date de séjour: 27 octobre
LISBONNE (LISBOA) –Grande Pensão Residencial Alcobia
Paço de Borratem, 15
1100-408 Lisboa
Tel. 21 884 41 50 Fax : 21 886 42 01
http://www.pensaoalcobia.com
residencial.alcobia@mail.ptprime.pt
Quarto : 65 €
Date de séjour: 28 et 29 octobre
TORRES NOVAS –Hotel Torres Novas
Praça 5 de Outubro, n° 5
2350-418 Torres Novas
Telfs: 249 813 660/62 Fax : 249 812 100 – 2350-418
www.hoteltorresnovas.com
courriel : hoteltorresnovas@mail.telepac.pt
Quarto: 46 €
Date de séjour: 30 octobre
c) En Espagne :
TRUJILLO - Hotel Perú
Ctra de Madrid, km 251
10200 Trujillo (Cáceres)
Tel. : 927 32 07 45 Fax : 927 32 07 79
www.hotelperutrujillo.com
Habitación doble : 45 €
Date de séjour: 31 octobre
LAS ROZAS – Hotel NH Monte Rozas
28230 Las Rozas (banlieue nord-ouest de Madrid)
t. +34 91 640 7424 f. +34 91 640 6022
http://www.nh-hoteles.es/nh/es/hoteles/espana/madrid/nh-monte-rozas.html
courriel : exmonterozas@nh-hotels.com
Habitación : 58 €
Date de séjour: 1 novembre
MADRID – Hostal CENTRAL SOL
(en plena puerta del Sol)
C/Carrera de San Jerónimo, 5, 2º y 4º piso
28014 Madrid
Tfno (+34) 91 522 15 82 Fax : (+34) 91 522 57 78
www.hostalcentrosol.com
courriel : informacion@hostalcentrosol.com
Habitación doble : 59 €
Date de séjour: 2 au 5 novembre
(si «completo» au Central Sol, recommandé– propre et bien entretenu) :
MADRID – Hostal PRETORIA
(en plena puerta del Sol)
C/Carretas, 7, 3o – 28012
Tfnos 91 531 93 29 - 91 531 29 73
www.hostalpretroria.com
courriel : hostal_pretoria@hotmail.com
Habitación doble : 55 € ********************************************
Note : bien entendu, les adresses et coûts de gîte ne s’appliquent qu’à la période de notre voyage. Compte tenu des variations de prix et autres changements survenus depuis lors, il reste que les coordonnées de ces hôtels demeurent fiables et qu’elles sont conformes à la période de notre séjour (fin de haute saison, début de basse saison).
Le seul objectif est de vous suggérer les établissements qui ont été pour ma conjointe et moi très convenables et fort satisfaisants sous le rapport qualité-prix, lors de notre passage dans ces endroits. Si ces indications vous sont utiles pour planifier et préparer votre voyage, sachez que nous en serons très heureux.
vraiment je vous suis très reconnaissante pour les information que vous m offrez, ca me sera très utile
puis je savoir quels villes vous avez aimé le plus en espagne?
car on a seulement une semaine,
moi jai visité la costa brava, et je nai pas été decue... je ne peux te donner des info sur les endroits ou nous avons resté, car ca se prete mal a un voyage de noce!!! (nous avons fait du camping pendant 1 mois...), mais je te conseillerais de te trouver un endroit pres de barcelone pour tinstaller, comme ca, tu pourras aller visiter la ville ( un 2 jours pour visiter cette superbe ville). puis vous serez pres de la mer, mais dans des endroit moins frequenté, pour faire de la plage le reste du temps. nous avons fait de la plage a TOSSA DE MAR, cetait vraiment tres calme, une eau turquoise, vraiment une des plus belles journées de plage de ma vie...et aussi a BARCELONNE, plus de gens sur la plage, moins reposant, mias leau aussi belle. un village a ne pas manquer, CADAQUES (village de DALI), cest vraiment magnifique et tres romantique, pour un voyage de noce. non loin de la, il y a le musé de DALI, qui est super intéressant et different comme musé.
Tout d'abord, Barcelone, et on peut y passer quelques jours merveilleux. Ensuite, une petite ville que j'ai découverte: Murcea, dans l'Espagne profonde. Sans oublier Granada et son Alhambra. Un séjour de récupération à Estepona: la plage et une excursion du côté du Maroc (Tanger). Un coup d'oeil sur Gibraltar. Et l'autre merveilleuse ville: Séville et son Alcázar. Mon séjour en Espagne a compris un petit crochet de 4 jours au Portugal (Lisbonne et, autre belle découverte, la forteresse de Marvao). Rentrée en Espagne: Tolède et, finalement, Madrid, derniers coups de coeur avant de rentrer au Québec.
Pour un séjour d'une semaine: pourquoi pas Grenade et Séville: 3 jours à chacun de ces endroits, et une journée pour le déplacement entre ces deux lieux. Et y savourer chaque minute qui passe.
si tu es iintéressée, par le biais d'un système de temps partagé et de parrainage, possibilité de louer un appartement à Malage pour 300 euros la semaine, tout confort, dans un complexe avec piscine chauffée intérieur, jacuzzi, spectacles, salle de sport, piscine extérieure, etc... il n'y a pas de ménage à faire, tu n'as pas besoin d'apporter tes serviettes de toilette, elles sont fournies et le ménage est fait en totalité une ou deux fois par semaine suivant la date d'arrivée. Cuisine complète avec four micro-onde, four, gazinière, cafetière, bouilloire, grille pain, frigo, machine à laver etc...si cela t"intéresse, dis le moi
voilà je vais être ammené à me déplacer en espagne à partir de septembre et plus particulièrement à Leon.
J'aimerais connaître le moyen de m'y rendre à moindre frais.
Que me conseillez-vous ? Avion ? Train ?
Voyager à petits prix › Espagne / Maroc · 2 replies
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Voyager à petits prix › Espagne / Belgique · 2 replies
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Three years after exploring northern Argentina and Chile, my two travel buddies and I want to discover the southern part of these two countries.
We’re traveling on a budget, backpacker-style, favoring public transport and modest accommodations, but we don’t hesitate to splurge a little when it’s worth it.
The classic spots that have been fueling our dreams: Bariloche, the lakes, Chiloé, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Fitz Roy, Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, and wrapping up in Valparaíso.
We’ll take a round-trip flight to Santiago, then I’m thinking of a one-way flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas. From there, we’ll explore and do several day hikes in the south, including Ushuaia and, if possible, Tierra del Fuego.
Then we’ll head back north by bus to Bariloche and the lakes, followed by Chiloé, then a bus to Santiago and Valparaíso.
Based on your experience, could you help me figure out the best way to structure this trip and maybe suggest some ideas?
Thanks in advance.
Didier
I’m heading to Quebec and New Brunswick this summer and got a Revolut Classic card for the trip. I’ve already exchanged some Canadian dollars in the app so I’ll have a reserve ready for my departure day. My question is whether I’ll incur any additional fees when using my Canadian dollar account. I think I’m limited to 200 € in ATM withdrawals for my part. Thanks!
Hello! 👋
I’m new to this site and feeling a little desperate. 😢 My boyfriend’s birthday is in 4 days, and I wanted to surprise him with a New Year’s trip to London... except I just found out he’s already been there as a kid. Well, there goes my surprise! 😅
Since we both love Christmas and winter, I’m looking for a destination where we can really feel the holiday magic—with a budget of around 500 € for transport + accommodation for two (yes, I know, I might be asking for a Christmas miracle here 😇).
We’ve already been to Bucharest, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest, so I’d love to find something a little more offbeat, not too expensive, and with a beautiful Christmas atmosphere.
Please help me! 🙏 On social media, it’s always the same ultra-touristy cities... I’m sure there are hidden gems I haven’t discovered yet!
Hi there,
I'm heading to Morocco for 10 days as a backpacker, with my car and a tent canvas if needed. Does anyone have great experiences in this country around the Tétouan and Tangier areas?
I'd love to spend time with locals, rent a small room, and take part in daily life.
If you've got any addresses to share, that'd be awesome!
Thanks a million for your replies!!!😉
Christine
My boyfriend and I are going there for just 9 days, including the two travel days… It’s not much, but oh well!
Looking at prices online, I get the impression everything’s more expensive than I thought 😅 So, I wanted to get your feedback on a few things:
* Is hitchhiking common, easy, and generally safe in Albania?
* Is it possible to find day-to-day accommodations without booking ahead? If so, are they usually cheaper than the ones you find online?
* Is wild camping allowed or at least tolerated?
If any of you have traveled there recently, I’d love all the tips and great deals you’ve got!
Hi,
We’re a young couple planning to travel to South Africa after spending about three weeks in Namibia. We’ll arrive in Cape Town around mid-December, with no fixed travel duration (though our budget will eventually set a limit).
After browsing through the forum, we’ve realized the country is packed with incredible spots, which makes choosing an itinerary tough. We’re looking for stunning landscapes, hikes, and so on. So, we’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
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
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?
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?
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
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!
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.
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
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.
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?
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.
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
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!
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)