Je suppose que le sujet a été abordé une bonne centaine de fois, mais j'aimerais avoir, à mon tour, vos conseils et commentaires pour mon petit cas perso ^^
Je pars au Japon au mois d'août, dans l'idéal du 1er au 18 août.
Et actuellement, je suis à la rechercher du "fameux billet d'avion pas cher" ! Je pense que beaucoup le savent, le Japon n'est pas une destination à moindre coûts 😕
Avez-vous des conseils à me donner ? Où chercher, quelle compagnie, etc. J'aimerais quand meme voyager avec un certain confort (y'a quand même 15h de vol en moyenne !), donc je ne pense pas qu'Aeroflot réponde à mes attentes ... mais bon, à côté de ça, des billets à moins de 1000€, ça se fait rare ...
Autre petite question ... Que me conseillez-vous de visiter "absolument" là bas ?
Moins de 1000 euro, c'est très facile. Mais peut-être pas a ces dates là. C'est pendant les deuxièmes plus grosses vacances japonaise (après la golden week)
Je pars du 1er au 18 mai pour 800 euros. Aller avec Finair et retour avec BA.
En t'y prenant maintenant, avec Air France, ANA ou JAL tu dois pouvoir trouver des billets à environ 800 euros ; les prix ne varient pas en fonction de la période de vacances ou non, mais du moment où tu achètes ton billet par rapport à la date de départ. Plus tu attends, plus ce sera cher : le prix Air France pourra coûter le double à une semaine du départ. Sache sinon qu'il n'y a quand même pas 15 heures de trajet, mais 12 à l'aller et 13 au retour.
Effectivement, sur AF c'est déjà 1200 euros. Essayes ANA ou JAL c'est souvent un peu moins cher.
Pour Aeroflot, le prix comprend la perte des bagages, le service médiocre et une escale de 2 à 6 heures (pas terrible quand on connait la durée totale du voyage...).
bonjour,
je pars moi de meme au japon l'année prochaine et je minforme trés en avance.²
pour lavion on ma conseillé air france car les autre font des escales et perdent tres souvent les bagages.
je vais prendre egalement un rail pass qui te permet de prendre presque tous les transport car c une city immence et je compte bien tous voir et meme au dela de tokyo. kyoto ancienne capital, nara, le mont fuji, nikko avec ses cascades, kamakura et le grand boudha, puis a tokyo je pense faire tsukijisont marché aux poissonet ses restaus de suchis roppongi tokyo power avec la tour eiffel, adaibabord de mer etc.....on ma conseillé un hotel a ueno bien placé pour transport . voici ou tu peus te renseigné comme je l'ai fais.
office national du tourisme japonais 4 rue de ventatour 75001 paris; jai ecris et il m'ont envoiyé de la doc sur tous.plan des villes et transport a prendre.voila bisous et bon sejour .
pourra tu me renseigné sur lhoraire des arret de trains en fin de journée.merci
Concernant Aeroflot et la perte des bagages, il n'y a qu'à lire les différents commentaires des différents forums de ceux qui choisissent d'aller au Japon avec cette compagnie ; c'est édifiant ! (British Airways semble aussi assez doué en la matière).
Sur JAL c'est un peu moins de 1200 euros actuellement ; tu gagnes 100 euros sur à l'aller tu fais Paris-Nagoya, Nagoya-Tokyo. Effectivement, c'est assez cher, sans doute pas la bonne période finalement. Mais sur Aeroflot c'est assez cher aussi, et tu te rallonges de 3 heures.
Merci de vos réponses.
Malheureusement, après des heures et des heures de recherches sur toutes les compagnies qui peuvent exister (meci Internet 😉), je ne trouve plus de billets à moins de 1000€ .. Que ce soit Ana, Japan Airlines, Air France, British Airways ...
Y'a évidemment Aeroflot et Alitalia qui proposent moins cher, mais vu la situation des deux compagnies ... La première a de très mauvais retours, et la deuxième est en faillite... Je sens qu'il va falloir investir !
Par contre, d'après ce que j'ai pu voir, Air France est quand meme un peu moins cher qu'Ana ! (avis pour les intéresser !). En fait, ça dépend des périodes on va dire ... Ana propose plus de promotions ! ^^
Enfin en tout cas, j'en suis au même stade ...
Question service à bord, quelle est la mieux ? Parait que les compagnies aériennes japonaises sont très très biens.
Aurore58, merci pour l'info de l'office de tourisme ! Je vais dès maintenant prendre contact avec eux !!
As tu regarder au départ d'autres grandes villes européennes (Londres, Fracfort ou Bruxelles).
J'ai perso mon vol au départ de Londres à 595€ (et un vol low coast à 75€ AR à rajouter) avec une compagnie des EAU (top côté service !). Bon Ok ça fait plus d'escales mais on ne peut pas avoir un petit prix et un vol direct 😕
Essaye aussi les comparateurs de vols comme classeco ou easyvoyage, ça peut tjs aider.
Mon carnet de route pour la Namibie
Mon carnet de route pour le Japon (en construction)
Merci de vos réponses.
Malheureusement, après des heures et des heures de recherches sur toutes les compagnies qui peuvent exister (meci Internet 😉), je ne trouve plus de billets à moins de 1000€ .. Que ce soit Ana, Japan Airlines, Air France, British Airways ...
Y'a évidemment Aeroflot et Alitalia qui proposent moins cher, mais vu la situation des deux compagnies ... La première a de très mauvais retours, et la deuxième est en faillite... Je sens qu'il va falloir investir !
Par contre, d'après ce que j'ai pu voir, Air France est quand meme un peu moins cher qu'Ana ! (avis pour les intéresser !). En fait, ça dépend des périodes on va dire ... Ana propose plus de promotions ! ^^
Enfin en tout cas, j'en suis au même stade ...
Question service à bord, quelle est la mieux ? Parait que les compagnies aériennes japonaises sont très très biens.
Aurore58, merci pour l'info de l'office de tourisme ! Je vais dès maintenant prendre contact avec eux !!
Merci encore !
A bientot
malheureusement tu t'y prends tard. chez ANA il y avais de bon tarif pour cet été en reservant en janvier et fin mars
j'ai eu les miens pour 787 euro assurances comprises. j'espere pour toi que tu trouvera. consulte régulierement (surtout le lundi). sache aussi que les departs et arrivées entre le lundi et le jeudi sont moins chers. n'hésite pas a jouer aussi sur les dates a 1 ou 2 jours pret, ca peut faire baisser le prix.
concernant les vols direct il n'y a pas que air france, il y a aussi ANA et JAL.
pour ALITALIA il me semble qu'ils ont été racheté par air france justement
tu as eu de la chance d'avoir eu le temps de saisir l'offre à 787€ ! Je l'ai vu passé sur GoVoyages, au mois de mars mais impossible depuis de remettre la main dessus ... Et donc finalement, je me suis retournée vers la Japan Airlines, avec laquelle j'ai eu mes billets a 1088€ aller/retour avec escale à Nagoya ...
C'est un peu cher mais les places sur les vols se font de plus en plus rares (dixit les agences de voyages mais je doute de leur sincérité ... m'enfin ...)
J'avais remarqué ce prix chez Alitalia. Mais compte tenu de l'actualité de la compagnie, je n'ai pas préféré me lancer avec eux... Pour info, la compagnie devait être rachetée par Air France, mais au final, les négociations ont échoué et ils annonçaient une période très très difficile pour Alitalia ... J'espère que tout ira bien pour toi !!
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Je prépare actuellement un voyage à Chypre pour fin Octobre. J’aurais quelques questions :
- Je compte visiter Nicosie, Paphos et Ay Napa. Que me conseillez-vous à Aya Napa ?
- Est-il possible de se déplacer facilement en bus d’une ville à l’autre ? ou avez-vous des chauffeur privé à me recommander ?
- Avez-vous des hôtels à me recommander ?
Tous renseignements ou conseils sont les bienvenus
Par avance merci
Hi there.
I need some advice. We’re two couples of friends and we want to travel from Nantes to Dublin for Ascension weekend. Our dates are fixed: May 5–9, 2027. Right now, the round-trip fare is 191 € per person (no baggage included). Should we book now or wait? Given that this is the busiest weekend of the year and our dates can’t change, what do you think? Thanks for your help!
Hello,
I’d like to travel from Lille in the North of France to Italy safely and on a budget.
Preferably by bus.
If you have other ideas, I’m all ears!
I’m interested in any suggestions.
How can I get to Italy?
Which city is the cheapest?
The most visited?
Is it safe, please?
Thanks for your replies.
Best regards,
Hi everyone,
I’m planning to spend 8 days or more in Georgia, and I love multi-day hikes at a moderate level.
Any tips?
Is it easy to exchange money in Tbilisi?
Is Kutaisi worth a visit?
I’ve heard the Black Sea is meh.
And apparently, the food and drink are amazing everywhere in Georgia.
So, is it worth checking out a wine region?
Thanks a lot!
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
After more than ten solo trips to India, I’ve decided to explore a new country: South Korea.
In October, I’ll be flying Lyon-Delhi, then in November Delhi-Seoul. I’ll be staying in this new (for me) country for over a month.
My main motivation when traveling is discovering a country through the people (locals) I meet. In India, I made friends through Couchsurfing that way.
I’m currently getting in touch with host families (via Servas), but if you have any ideas for authentic and budget-friendly accommodations, I’d love to hear them.
I’ll plan my route based on my hosts, and I’m also thinking of spending a few days in Seoul and Jeju.
Hi there,
I’m heading to the Greek island of Ikaria for two months and I’m looking for any tips or advice—especially on budget-friendly accommodation options like a room to rent or staying with locals. Thanks!
Hi everyone, I'm traveling solo in Spain for 8 days without a car, on a tight budget. What train/bus route do you recommend between cities, and where can I find the best prices? Looking forward to your tips! 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!
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!
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