"Expatrier" son chien en Indonésie
by Chiyako
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjours a tous voila mon problème je suis actuellement en Indonésie pour mes études.
et l'année prochaine comme je me marie avec mon fiancé qui est indonésien, j'aimerai pouvoir reprendre mon chien un husky.
je voudrai savoir combien cela couterai et les formalité a suivre pour pouvoir la garder, et la reprendre avec moi.
depuis la Belgique, je sais déjà que j'aurai des vaccins a faire mais je parle niveau transport ect comment ça ce passe ?
quelqu'un pourrai m'aider c'est important pour moi car j'aime mon chien et je ne veut pas l'abandonné, je peu pas me résumé a la donner a quelqu'un.
:(
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
si j'ai bien compris, de belgique à l'indonésie ... oups, ca va être dur. j'ai un ami qui travaillait au vietnan et qui voulait venir avec son chien à bali, il n'y est pas parvenu... mais à t il vraiment essayé .... je te souhaite bon courage, comme tu as un ami indonésien je ne t'apprendrais rien sur la paperasse administrative indonésienne, une nébuleuse ! j'espère que tu parviendra à tes fins
c'est si complexe que ça bahhh justement j'ai besoin d'info car j'ai chercher sur internet demander a des amis il ne savent pas grand chose.
déjà plus au moins combien il faut d'argent ?
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
bonjour,
quand on veut faire traverser les frontieres a un animal, il faut connaitre le systeme de quarantaine mis en place par le pays receveur.
le plus simple sera de contacter les douannes veterinaires du pays ou peut etre le veterinaire de l'animal.
ensuite pour avoir une idee du prix vous pouvez contacter les compagnies qui font ce voyage pour savoir combien ils louent les boites de transport, si un proprietaire doit faire le voyage avec l'animal, conditions de transport, etc.
quand on veut faire traverser les frontieres a un animal, il faut connaitre le systeme de quarantaine mis en place par le pays receveur.
le plus simple sera de contacter les douannes veterinaires du pays ou peut etre le veterinaire de l'animal.
ensuite pour avoir une idee du prix vous pouvez contacter les compagnies qui font ce voyage pour savoir combien ils louent les boites de transport, si un proprietaire doit faire le voyage avec l'animal, conditions de transport, etc.
Salut
Je connais tres bien les husky et je suis pas sur que ca soit une bonne idée. Le climat n'est pas tant un probleme que ce qu'on peut penser meme si c'est sur qu'ils préfèrent un climat plus frais quand meme, je m'interroge surtout sur la vie que tu pourra lui offrir en Indonésie. Si tu es en ville j'ai du mal à imaginer un endroit moins adapté qu'une grande ville Indonésienne pour ce type de chien et meme si tu as un grand jardin ca ne suffit pas.
Franchement pour un Husky ce qui est le plus important c'est d'avoir la possibilité de courir et se dépenser un maximum. Déjà en indo avec toutes les poules, canards et chevres en liberté de partout tu va t'attirer beaucoup de problemes (j'imagine que c'est pas la peine de te faire un dessin) et en plus tu va faire peur aux gens, sans parler du fait que le chien est un animal impur au meme titre que le porc dans la culture muslim, si un jour il s'échappe, ce qui est la spécialité de ces chiens, ne compte pas sur un bon samaritain pour le ramener, tu sais déjà comment sont traités les chiens errants.si tu fait des études et veut te marier avec une famille Indo (tu le sait, en Indonésie on épouse pas une personne on épouse également toute sa famille avec toutes les obligations que ca comporte) tu risque de pas avoir trop de temps pour le faire sortir autant qu'il en a besoin. Les Husky peuvent changer de compagnon humain sans en être traumatisés par contre vivre enfermés derriere un grillage c'est le pire pour eux. A moins que ton chien soit tres vieux et trop fatigué pour courir si tu l'aime vraiment ce qui t'importe c'est son épanouissement et tu doit bien avoir un ami amoureux de la nature qui saurais s'en occuper en Belgique (quitte à ce que tu le récupère si tu retourne en France plus tard)et lui donner sa dose de grands espaces
Il y a trois sortes d’hommes : les vivants,
les morts, et ceux qui vont sur la mer.
Aristote (parait il)
ha ok merci, oui je me doute que il va avoir une quarantaine.
car bon moi c'est pas pour de simple vacance je part y vivre et je veut pas l'abandonné.
c'est juste que j'ai pas énormément d'argent a dépenser 😕😕
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
alors j'aimerai dire une chose je suis pas contre ce que tu dis j'ai pensé a tout ça.
mais beaucoup de gens a yogyakarta possède cette race le husky.
J'ai même intégré un groupe ou ils font des activité sportive avec leur chiens.
et concernant le climat les chiens semble pas trop en souffrir, les gens qui en on s'en occupe bien.
et ce sont des gens de la la religion musulman, alors faut pas faire un cliché généraliser.
car j'ai bien pensé a tout ça avant.
oui pour eux l'animal est impur, mais il en prenne soin sauf que il ne son pas admit dans la maison, juste cela.
et je connais bien les husky aussi t'inquiète pas je suis passionnée depuis que je suis enfant par cette race et les sport pratiquer.
si je veut garder mon chien, et l'emenner avec moi c'est parce que je sais bien que c'est possible.
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
Tu fais ce que tu veux mais déjà pour ce qui est du cliché généralisateur je te parle de tous les gens que tu va rencontrer au quotidien dans la rue pas de ceux qui ont déjà un chien.
Ensuite désolé mais j'en ai vu beaucoup des gens qui avaient des husky, tous avaient étudié la question, tous faisaient de leur mieux pour lui permettre de se dépenser, eh ben rares étaient ceux qui avaient réellement leur dose contrairement à ce que pensaient leurs maitres. Apres si tu envisage de passer tous tes week end à camper à la belle étoile au sommet du Bromo c'est autre chose mais c'est pas si simple. Et si tu n'a pas tellement d'argent ca va te couter cher en dédomagements à la longue pour les gens dont il va tuer les animaux, à moins que tu le promène constament en laisse ce qui n'est pas une vie pour lui. Et il te faudra un véhicule parce que le bus avec c'est pas jouable.
Possible oui bien sur.
souhaitable?
Il y a trois sortes d’hommes : les vivants,
les morts, et ceux qui vont sur la mer.
Aristote (parait il)
vous devriez regarder ces pages web, peut etre que vous trouverez des informations interessantes.
http://www.iata.org/whatwedo/cargo/live-animals/Pages/index.aspx http://www.iata.org/whatwedo/cargo/live-animals/pets/Pages/index.aspx http://groovypet.blogspot.co.uk/
http://www.iata.org/whatwedo/cargo/live-animals/Pages/index.aspx http://www.iata.org/whatwedo/cargo/live-animals/pets/Pages/index.aspx http://groovypet.blogspot.co.uk/
quelqu'un pourrai m'aider c'est important pour moi car j'aime mon chien et je ne veut pas l'abandonné
tu es partie en indonesie en le laissant, tu l as deja abandonné. est-ce l’aimer vraiment que d’envisager de le soumettre a la torture que represente un voyage en avion, plus la quarantaine, plus l’enfer des conditions de vie dans la fournaise d’une mégalopole comme yogyakarta
c'est juste que j'ai pas énormément d'argent a dépenser
comment feras tu pour lui donner des conditions de vie adaptées, à commencer par une propriété à yogyakarta suffisamment grande ou s ébattre Est ce l’aimer vraiment que de le soumettre a tous tes caprices. Quand on élève un chien de ce genre, on s’engage, et ça comporte quelques contraintes que tu as refusé d’assumer. Tu lui as déjà fait subir la rupture, arrête les dégats
concernant le climat les chiens semble pas trop en souffrir
a te lire, on devine que ton futur mari «ne semble pas» avoir son mot à dire, pas plus que ton jouet à 4 pattes
tu es partie en indonesie en le laissant, tu l as deja abandonné. est-ce l’aimer vraiment que d’envisager de le soumettre a la torture que represente un voyage en avion, plus la quarantaine, plus l’enfer des conditions de vie dans la fournaise d’une mégalopole comme yogyakarta
c'est juste que j'ai pas énormément d'argent a dépenser
comment feras tu pour lui donner des conditions de vie adaptées, à commencer par une propriété à yogyakarta suffisamment grande ou s ébattre Est ce l’aimer vraiment que de le soumettre a tous tes caprices. Quand on élève un chien de ce genre, on s’engage, et ça comporte quelques contraintes que tu as refusé d’assumer. Tu lui as déjà fait subir la rupture, arrête les dégats
concernant le climat les chiens semble pas trop en souffrir
a te lire, on devine que ton futur mari «ne semble pas» avoir son mot à dire, pas plus que ton jouet à 4 pattes
j'adore les chiens, j'adore mon chien, et je comprends totalement cette envie de l'emmener en Indonésie, mais il est vrai, que ce n'est pas forcément une bonne idée, mais il me semble, que juger, c'est un peu condamner alors je m'abstiendrai. Une seule "personne" devrait avoir son mot à dire, c'est le chien lui même mais hélas il ne le peut pas. Alors la question à se poser est de savoir s'il donne un amour inconditionnel à sa maitresse, et s'il est prêt à vivre une vie plus difficile. Si c'est un jeune chien disons 3 ans, peut être préférerait il vivre paisiblement et "refaire" sa vie, si c'est un chien d'un âge plus avancé, suivre sa maitresse est peut être une bonne chose.
Humidité, chaleur, peur de la population envers les chiens d'autant plus s'ils sont grands, jardin de très petites tailles (- de 100 m2), maladies canines, papier obligatoire pour le chien s'il veut voyager d'ile en ile en Indonésie, frais médicaux excessifs !!!! hummmm je ne sais pas quoi penser, j'avance uniquement des thèmes de réflexions.
Si j'étais dans une telle situation, je crois que je serai torturé entre la peur de le perdre (sentiment égoiste mais légitime) et la nécessité de lui assurer une vie paisible.
Alors une fois de plus je ne juge pas.
il faut déjà acheter une caisse qui soit homologuée par les différentes compagnies aériennes qui auront à transporter l'animal, compter 150 euros. Ensuite comme cela a été dit c'est 15 heures de vol, il faut le droguer avec les risques qui en découlent... il faudra probablement donner du bacchis à l'administration indonésienne, même si les papiers sont en règle. il faudra payer la quarantaine, et cela risque d'être cher même en indonésie. Emmener sont chien en indonésie pour y vivre, devrait avec le vol et les différents papiers couter 1000 euros ou pas loin. si des personnes ont une idée plus précise... c'est un forum :-)
objectivement, sans tenir compte du confort animal, l'aspect financier risque de poser problème. j'espère que tu trouveras la réponse à toutes tes questions.
erwan.B
merci de ta compréhension c'est juste que la j'en suis séparé depuis un moment et elle me manque beaucoup
je pense a cela car le groupe que j'ai rencontré tout les week end il a des activité organisée ect et j'ai regarder s il avais des endroit ou la faire courir et tout ça.
mais c'est vrai que la les condition de vol comme tu l'explique ne me plaie pas je veut pas faire subir sa a ma chienne :(
la drogué c'est a dire ?
j'ai peur que durant le voyage elle n'ai pas a boire ni rien.
Je sais plus quoi pensé, mais je ne penser pas que je ne pourrai pas vivre sans elle.
J'ai essaie mais dans mon coeur c'est comme si j'avais perdu quelque de cher pour moi.
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
déjà je l'ai pas abandonée lachement sur une route ou dans un chenil comme le font certaine personne.
je l'ai confier un ami qui s'en occupe bien j'ai souvent des nouvelle ect
et tu sais on sais jamais ou la vie nous menerra dans le future, quand je l'ai eu je ne penser pas devoir quitter mon pays.
j'avais d'autre projet, mais ma vie a changer mais pas l'amour que j'ai pour mon chien j'essaie de lui offrir le meilleur.
tu parle comme ça alors que tu sais rien de moi c'est bien de juger comme ça.
puis les touriste vous voyais seulement la ville le centre ou sa grouille de voiture et scooter partout, mais il existe des endroit campagnard ou la circulation et pas danse.
et puis mon future mari on en a parler ensemble et il est d'accord, sauf si les frais pour l'expatriation est très couteuse.
Je reconnais que c'est peut-être egoiste de ma part de vouloir a tout pris la reprendre avec moi.
c'est juste que j'ai du mal a vivre sans elle j'ai jamais aimer un chien autant que elle.
elle a toujours était là dans les bon moment comme dans les mauvais;
comment maintenant je dois lui dire adieux et ne plus jamais la revoir dans ma vie.
c'est facile a dire mais pas a faire.
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
déjà je l'ai pas abandonée lachement sur une route ou dans un chenil comme le font certaine personne.
je l'ai confier un ami qui s'en occupe bien j'ai souvent des nouvelle ect
et tu sais on sais jamais ou la vie nous menerra dans le future, quand je l'ai eu je ne penser pas devoir quitter mon pays.
j'avais d'autre projet, mais ma vie a changer mais pas l'amour que j'ai pour mon chien j'essaie de lui offrir le meilleur.
tu parle comme ça alors que tu sais rien de moi c'est bien de juger comme ça.
puis les touriste vous voyais seulement la ville le centre ou sa grouille de voiture et scooter partout, mais il existe des endroit campagnard ou la circulation et pas danse.
et puis mon future mari on en a parler ensemble et il est d'accord, sauf si les frais pour l'expatriation est très couteuse.
Je reconnais que c'est peut-être egoiste de ma part de vouloir a tout pris la reprendre avec moi.
c'est juste que j'ai du mal a vivre sans elle j'ai jamais aimer un chien autant que elle.
elle a toujours était là dans les bon moment comme dans les mauvais;
comment maintenant je dois lui dire adieux et ne plus jamais la revoir dans ma vie.
c'est facile a dire mais pas a faire.
Bonjour Chiyako,
Je zappe sur ton profil, car il y a des incohérences. 😠 Quel âge a ta chienne? Bonne journée. Fleurnice

Bonjour Chiyako,
Je zappe sur ton profil, car il y a des incohérences. 😠 Quel âge a ta chienne? Bonne journée. Fleurnice

C'est fou ce que les hommes ont peu d'humour quand ce ne sont pas eux qui le pratiquent.
De musique en musique, de couplet en refrain, on voyage plus vite que par d'autres moyens (Enrico, dis!)
Bonjour.
c'est vrai qu'il a pas pris de gants avec toi mais ce qu'il t'a dit est plutôt juste
"vous les touristes"
Aiiie. Là ca coince.
Qu'est ce qui te distingue d'un touriste au juste? Les études? La romance?
Si tu veux être à la campagne ça risque d'être folklorique tes études à Jogja.
Il y a trois sortes d’hommes : les vivants,
les morts, et ceux qui vont sur la mer.
Aristote (parait il)
désolé pour la phrase je l'ai dite comme ça car je ne suis pas là pour les vacances.
les gens quand il vienne a yogyakarta il vienne visite les lieux touristique.
et je sais pas si il s'en vont dans les petite rue en dehors de la ville c'est ça que je veut dire.
en tout cas j'ai eu l'occasion d'allez avec d'autre fille de mon campus, et on a pas croiser d'autre étranger.
donc je voulais dire par là que les gens ne voie pas forcément ses en droit là.
il voie seulement les lieux ou il a beaucoup de circulation et ses vrai que je ne verrai pas ma chienne la dedans
désolé si je me suis mal exprimée en disent cela.




saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
mon chien a 3 ans
je voulais juste trouvé un moyen de pouvoir la garder
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
mon chien a 3 ans
je voulais juste trouvé un moyen de pouvoir la garder
relis les réponses et avis des internautes. Pense aussi au coût de ton voyage pour aller la chercher en Belgique + le coût pour la ramener.
relis les réponses et avis des internautes. Pense aussi au coût de ton voyage pour aller la chercher en Belgique + le coût pour la ramener.
C'est fou ce que les hommes ont peu d'humour quand ce ne sont pas eux qui le pratiquent.
De musique en musique, de couplet en refrain, on voyage plus vite que par d'autres moyens (Enrico, dis!)
Relis les réponses des internautes, pense au coût de ton voyage pour aller la chercher, puis pour la ramener. 1600 euros. Ce n'est pas rien. Maintenant, seule tu peux décider ce qui est bien ou pas pour ta chienne.
C'est fou ce que les hommes ont peu d'humour quand ce ne sont pas eux qui le pratiquent.
De musique en musique, de couplet en refrain, on voyage plus vite que par d'autres moyens (Enrico, dis!)
je les ai lut et j'en tien compte je vais encore me renseigner sur les condition ect, puis au bien être aussi de mon chien.
j'ai juste pas apprécier comment Renaudsechet ma parler.
car j'ai pris le temps de voir si elle pourrai bien vivre ici pour pouvoir courir ect.
mais je m'inquiète niveau condition de transport et tout ça alors je suis venue me renseigné ici.
pour savoir combien cela couterai et dans quelle condition exactement sa ce passerai pour le voyage.
après libre a moi de prendre ma décision.
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
je les ai lut et j'en tien compte je vais encore me renseigner sur les condition ect, puis au bien être aussi de mon chien.
j'ai juste pas apprécier comment Renaudsechet ma parler.
car j'ai pris le temps de voir si elle pourrai bien vivre ici pour pouvoir courir ect.
mais je m'inquiète niveau condition de transport et tout ça alors je suis venue me renseigné ici.
pour savoir combien cela couterai et dans quelle condition exactement sa ce passerai pour le voyage.
après libre a moi de prendre ma décision.
Depuis combien de temps est-elle avec toi, depuis l'âge de trois mois? Es-tu déjà partie, souvent, en la confiant. Elle a peut-être l'habitude de tes absences. Depuis combien de temps ne l'as-tu pas vue.
Depuis combien de temps est-elle avec toi, depuis l'âge de trois mois? Es-tu déjà partie, souvent, en la confiant. Elle a peut-être l'habitude de tes absences. Depuis combien de temps ne l'as-tu pas vue.
C'est fou ce que les hommes ont peu d'humour quand ce ne sont pas eux qui le pratiquent.
De musique en musique, de couplet en refrain, on voyage plus vite que par d'autres moyens (Enrico, dis!)
oui depuis que elle a 3 mois je l'ai, non c'est la premier fois que je part sans elle bahh là ça fait 4 mois que je suis partie que je le voie plus :(








saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
oui depuis que elle a 3 mois je l'ai, non c'est la premier fois que je part sans elle bahh là ça fait 4 mois que je suis partie que je le voie plus :(
4 mois. Elle doit être attachée aux personnes qui la gardent, donc pourquoi la changer encore d'endroit. Plus ses odeurs, plus son panier, plus les mêmes habitudes. Tu vas certainement voyager pour ton travail. Alors, qu'elle est la bonne solution?
4 mois. Elle doit être attachée aux personnes qui la gardent, donc pourquoi la changer encore d'endroit. Plus ses odeurs, plus son panier, plus les mêmes habitudes. Tu vas certainement voyager pour ton travail. Alors, qu'elle est la bonne solution?
C'est fou ce que les hommes ont peu d'humour quand ce ne sont pas eux qui le pratiquent.
De musique en musique, de couplet en refrain, on voyage plus vite que par d'autres moyens (Enrico, dis!)
pour l'instant je n'ai pas encore de travaille je suis encore au études
moi aussi j'y suis attaché 😐 et c'est dure pour moi de me dire que je devrais peut-être m'en séparé.
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
penses au fait qu'un ami garde ta chienne, tu dis qu'il s'en occupe bien, ai t il attaché à ton animal (lui aussi) serait il prêt a le garder...? je comprends parfaitement ton problème ... je ne reviendrai pas commenter ne pouvant rien apporter de plus au débat, je te souhaite bon chance dans ta réflexion. Erwan.B
je vais déjà regarder les lien des cite que on ma donner et si le voyage savère trop pénible et trop couteux.
je verrai bien avec mon ami a ce moment là
si je suis dans l'obligation de m'en séparé j'en serai très chagrinée.
mais je veut pas prendre de risque que elle meurt dans l'avion ou quoi que ce soit, mais merci a toi erwan.
saya mendengarkan hatiku karena semua cinta bahwa saya miliki untuk anda akan melebihi lautan yang memisahkan kita
ben faut choisir : le chien ou le doudou !🤪
Salut!
Concernant la législation, il est plus facile d'amener un chien depuis ton pays vers l'Indo et de le ramener ensuite que d'emporter un animal adopté là-bas! Nous avons été obligés de donner notre chat adopté à Yogya et même pour l'envoyer à Bornéo, chez les gens à qui nous le donnions, ça a été toute une histoire!! Nous avons été contraints de "tricher" avec la loi! (PS/ Les père-la-morale, carrez-vous vos remarques là où je pense, merci d'avance!😎)
Concernant les clubs des amis des chiens, je les ai vus à UGM, l'université où j'allais courir de temps en temps : il s'agit surtout de faire voir chienchien à ses amis (regroupements tous les samedis avec les amis des serpents, des aigles, les fans d'arts martiaux etc) , bref plus de frimer que de le faire vraiment se dépenser. De toute façon même en campagne (je vivais à 10 bornes au nord de la ville) tu n'as pas de grands espaces... Dans les champs et les rizières et il y a toujours un paysan ou deux au boulot... J'imagine leur réaction de peur panique s'ils se trouvaient nez à nez avec un grand chien loup!!! Donc à moins d'habiter au pied du Merapi, loin de tout, ne compte pas trop le faire cavaler! J'ai vu pas mal de proprios de gros chiens (rots et autres) les faire courir attachés à... leur mobylette et le long de la route! Superrrrrrr!
Bon courage à toi et bonne chance!
FRED
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A dramatic saga is unfolding before our eyes in the Andes. Between suffocating blockades, clashes, an international airlift, and historic political decisions, Bolivia has just experienced 48 hours of rare intensity. Here’s the full breakdown (economic, social, and political) of the last 48 hours: For travelers and tourists: the article also includes an important note about the upcoming publication (starting tomorrow) of the precise status of roadblocks, route by route. I’ll post the full update here on Voyage Forum! Don’t miss this in-depth analysis. History is being written before our eyes! https://www.petitherge.com/bolivie-paralysie-et-ultimatum
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I just discovered a great show on Arte. It's called "7 en route": seven young European journalists travel around Europe in a fully converted bus, making reports on every city they visit. It's amazing! 🙂 Yesterday, for example, they were in Rome, Italy, and the reports included things like the world's smallest restaurant—a super romantic spot for two. There was also a report on the king of paparazzi in Italy. They have to pick topics that let us discover the little quirks of each country. And at the end of each episode, we get to see the finished report. It's such a great show, mixing journalism, travel, and discovery—basically, a must-watch! It airs in the evening starting at 6:50 PM (I think), and it started this past Monday, July 14th.
If you watch it, let me know—we can chat about it!
See you soon,
Mumu
I just discovered a great show on Arte. It's called "7 en route": seven young European journalists travel around Europe in a fully converted bus, making reports on every city they visit. It's amazing! 🙂 Yesterday, for example, they were in Rome, Italy, and the reports included things like the world's smallest restaurant—a super romantic spot for two. There was also a report on the king of paparazzi in Italy. They have to pick topics that let us discover the little quirks of each country. And at the end of each episode, we get to see the finished report. It's such a great show, mixing journalism, travel, and discovery—basically, a must-watch! It airs in the evening starting at 6:50 PM (I think), and it started this past Monday, July 14th.
If you watch it, let me know—we can chat about it!
See you soon,
Mumu
I left my heart’s country eight days ago and returned to my adopted one—or was it the other way around? Scotland-Morvan, Morvan-Scotland, I’m not quite sure anymore.
After a quarter without dragging my slippers around here, even though I’d loudly declared I had no interest left in this site, here I am again!
My imagination never stays fallow for long. Just enough time for my inner land to rest. It gets overgrown with fresh nettles, the kind you can pick without getting stung. Then, it’s time to till the fragrant earth and let the story grow.
I hesitated over where to set this story. Maybe the Highlands, maybe the Hebrides, maybe the Orkney Islands, maybe the Shetland Islands. All of Scotland is myth—easy to embroider. But in the end, no. I’d almost be too afraid to bare my soul.
The story will take place at home. Simple, practical.
1)
This morning, I was up well before dawn, feeling a bit grumpy, but nothing a bowl of coffee won’t fix. I love my bowl, and no one dares take it. It’s porcelain, edged with intertwined blue flowers. On the bottom, it says "Revol." The factory has existed long before the Revolution. It was my great-grandmother’s bowl. She drank roasted barley from it during the war, then her Leroux chicory.
Last year, a little guy dropped it. My bowl broke into three pieces. A black anger vibrated deep inside me. The little boy was so upset, on the verge of tears. How could I scold him!
I picked up the three pieces and took Little Boy in my arms. His hair smelled of the light, sweet sweat of toddlers. A gentle hug that healed—his budding sorrow and my anger—everything vanished, and time carried on.
Today, my bowl is even prettier. Man fixed it using the traditional kintsugi technique, except he didn’t use gold powder or lacquer but superglue, and he delicately painted the cracks with woad blue. And my bowl is even more beautiful now.
I’m lingering, I can tell—it’s just that a story wraps itself in life, and life can’t be told in the snap of a finger. Life is long. Like in architecture, you start with a rough sketch, called a "sous-cul" (the initial pencil drawing), then you make a tracing, which is the work itself, the one you later carefully roll up in a wooden tube. Life is like that: you erase, you start over, you use the nub of the pencil until it’s tiny, but you keep going—dreaming, loving.
"Living is a full-time occupation, a unique adventure. Always a surprise and a wonder, which sometimes turns into astonishment. And, from time to time, happiness."*
Alright, enough digressing—this introduction is definitely too long. Tomorrow, I’ll get to the heart of the matter. (I hate that expression; it feels like I’m cutting into someone’s skin.)
*Jean d’Ormesson
2)

After a quarter without dragging my slippers around here, even though I’d loudly declared I had no interest left in this site, here I am again!
My imagination never stays fallow for long. Just enough time for my inner land to rest. It gets overgrown with fresh nettles, the kind you can pick without getting stung. Then, it’s time to till the fragrant earth and let the story grow.
I hesitated over where to set this story. Maybe the Highlands, maybe the Hebrides, maybe the Orkney Islands, maybe the Shetland Islands. All of Scotland is myth—easy to embroider. But in the end, no. I’d almost be too afraid to bare my soul.
The story will take place at home. Simple, practical.
1)
This morning, I was up well before dawn, feeling a bit grumpy, but nothing a bowl of coffee won’t fix. I love my bowl, and no one dares take it. It’s porcelain, edged with intertwined blue flowers. On the bottom, it says "Revol." The factory has existed long before the Revolution. It was my great-grandmother’s bowl. She drank roasted barley from it during the war, then her Leroux chicory.
Last year, a little guy dropped it. My bowl broke into three pieces. A black anger vibrated deep inside me. The little boy was so upset, on the verge of tears. How could I scold him!
I picked up the three pieces and took Little Boy in my arms. His hair smelled of the light, sweet sweat of toddlers. A gentle hug that healed—his budding sorrow and my anger—everything vanished, and time carried on.
Today, my bowl is even prettier. Man fixed it using the traditional kintsugi technique, except he didn’t use gold powder or lacquer but superglue, and he delicately painted the cracks with woad blue. And my bowl is even more beautiful now.
I’m lingering, I can tell—it’s just that a story wraps itself in life, and life can’t be told in the snap of a finger. Life is long. Like in architecture, you start with a rough sketch, called a "sous-cul" (the initial pencil drawing), then you make a tracing, which is the work itself, the one you later carefully roll up in a wooden tube. Life is like that: you erase, you start over, you use the nub of the pencil until it’s tiny, but you keep going—dreaming, loving.
"Living is a full-time occupation, a unique adventure. Always a surprise and a wonder, which sometimes turns into astonishment. And, from time to time, happiness."*
Alright, enough digressing—this introduction is definitely too long. Tomorrow, I’ll get to the heart of the matter. (I hate that expression; it feels like I’m cutting into someone’s skin.)
*Jean d’Ormesson
2)

Without limiting ourselves to the countries mentioned above—Turkey and others could be added to the list.
I need to get dental reconstruction done, likely involving 6 implants. Which country offers the best quality of care, materials, and techniques?
Thanks
I need to get dental reconstruction done, likely involving 6 implants. Which country offers the best quality of care, materials, and techniques?
Thanks
Hi everyone,
I’m Yann, a 28-year-old TikToker who loves traveling!
Since I’ve been to several destinations, I’d love to get a flag from each one as a sort of trophy. But from what I’ve seen online, a lot of sites sell them with what looks like really poor quality...
So I’m reaching out to you all to share a site you usually use—help me start my collection! :)
Have a great day!
Yann
I’m Yann, a 28-year-old TikToker who loves traveling!
Since I’ve been to several destinations, I’d love to get a flag from each one as a sort of trophy. But from what I’ve seen online, a lot of sites sell them with what looks like really poor quality...
So I’m reaching out to you all to share a site you usually use—help me start my collection! :)
Have a great day!
Yann
hi there
I’d love to get some opinions—I’ve never used Airbnb before.
They’re offering a key handover via lockbox.
Any tips or advice?
Is it reliable?
Best,
Hi there, I’m Laura, and I’m looking for a few people to answer some questions so I can understand your travel wishes and challenges. It won’t take long—I can chat here, by email, or by phone. Don’t worry, I’m not selling anything! 😊
On this forum, we talk a lot about trekking in the Himalayas, but I’d love to share another side of Nepal: its spiritual, cultural, and religious atmosphere, especially in Kathmandu.
Nepal, much like Tibet and Bhutan, is deeply connected to the Himalayas—the ultimate sacred mountain range. This small country exudes a calming vibe, shaped by a strong spiritual dimension. What I loved most was the unique sensory experience you get there. Walking around temples and tantric monasteries, a distinct scent fills the air—aromatic plants used for ritual fumigation. Locals mainly burn Himalayan juniper, cedar, sandalwood, and other local essences. This fragrant smoke is a way to purify the space and reach the deities, and you’re constantly enveloped in these aromas.
Another striking aspect is the sound. As soon as you step outside, you hear bells ringing in front of temples. People ring them three times before praying to announce their presence to the deities. Nepal is also the birthplace of singing bowls and sound meditation practices. In Kathmandu, you can easily find meditation sessions or "sound baths."
The spiritual dimension is everywhere: a Hindu sadhu practicing asceticism, a lama in deep red robes with his mala, turning a prayer wheel while murmuring "Om mani padme hum." Newar Buddhism, Tantrism, and Hinduism coexist harmoniously in daily life.
For those who love exploring a destination through its culture and spirituality, Nepal is an unforgettable place. What was your spiritual experience in Nepal like?
Nepal, much like Tibet and Bhutan, is deeply connected to the Himalayas—the ultimate sacred mountain range. This small country exudes a calming vibe, shaped by a strong spiritual dimension. What I loved most was the unique sensory experience you get there. Walking around temples and tantric monasteries, a distinct scent fills the air—aromatic plants used for ritual fumigation. Locals mainly burn Himalayan juniper, cedar, sandalwood, and other local essences. This fragrant smoke is a way to purify the space and reach the deities, and you’re constantly enveloped in these aromas.
Another striking aspect is the sound. As soon as you step outside, you hear bells ringing in front of temples. People ring them three times before praying to announce their presence to the deities. Nepal is also the birthplace of singing bowls and sound meditation practices. In Kathmandu, you can easily find meditation sessions or "sound baths."
The spiritual dimension is everywhere: a Hindu sadhu practicing asceticism, a lama in deep red robes with his mala, turning a prayer wheel while murmuring "Om mani padme hum." Newar Buddhism, Tantrism, and Hinduism coexist harmoniously in daily life.
For those who love exploring a destination through its culture and spirituality, Nepal is an unforgettable place. What was your spiritual experience in Nepal like?
Hi,
I’m landing in Quebec and then heading to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. I’d like to rent a pick-up. My question is: does this vehicle come with a cover and is it secure enough to store luggage in? I’ve heard two conflicting opinions. Thanks
I just installed the Maps.Me app on my phone. I only recently found out about this app. I’m traveling in 2 weeks and a few days, and I’m a bit stuck on how to use it.
I’m from the Montreal (Quebec) area, and I’d love to know if there’s a kind soul out there who could help me get started and use the app at least minimally.
If there are private lessons available, I’d be interested in those too.
Thanks in advance for your help. Simon
Thanks in advance for your help. Simon
Hi everyone,
I just found out there’s an update on the international driving permit. What was bound to happen has happened: it now costs (for now!!) 7 50 €. https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/actualites/A18833
There’s also a link at the bottom of the article for the list of countries where it’s mandatory.
Have a great day! 😊
Christelle
I just found out there’s an update on the international driving permit. What was bound to happen has happened: it now costs (for now!!) 7 50 €. https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/actualites/A18833
There’s also a link at the bottom of the article for the list of countries where it’s mandatory.
Have a great day! 😊
Christelle
Hello François, and the new team!
Like many others, I’m overjoyed to hear that VoyageForum is reopening! I’ve been waiting hopefully for this, and it’s wonderful that it’s finally happening!
I just couldn’t bring myself to actively participate in other French-language travel forums—their format and way of doing things never appealed to me as much. I really hope that VF’s structure, categories, and interface won’t change too much despite the handover, because I’m very attached to them. Through thick and thin, the site has held strong—it’s amazing!
In a previous message, François mentioned that there were positions to fill ahead of the reopening, including moderators...
I’ve been eagerly waiting for this and hoping to send in my CV.
Now, after reading the latest message, it seems like the team is already fully formed. But are there still a few spots left to fill?
I’ve been a VF member for 20 years (since 2004). I’d love to contribute to this wonderful adventure as a moderator if VF would trust me with the role. If the team is open to reviewing it, I’m ready to send my CV. Could you let me know the next steps?
Best regards, Marine/eversmile
Like many others, I’m overjoyed to hear that VoyageForum is reopening! I’ve been waiting hopefully for this, and it’s wonderful that it’s finally happening!
I just couldn’t bring myself to actively participate in other French-language travel forums—their format and way of doing things never appealed to me as much. I really hope that VF’s structure, categories, and interface won’t change too much despite the handover, because I’m very attached to them. Through thick and thin, the site has held strong—it’s amazing!
In a previous message, François mentioned that there were positions to fill ahead of the reopening, including moderators...
I’ve been eagerly waiting for this and hoping to send in my CV.
Now, after reading the latest message, it seems like the team is already fully formed. But are there still a few spots left to fill?
I’ve been a VF member for 20 years (since 2004). I’d love to contribute to this wonderful adventure as a moderator if VF would trust me with the role. If the team is open to reviewing it, I’m ready to send my CV. Could you let me know the next steps?
Best regards, Marine/eversmile
Hi there,
I’m planning a 3-week trip to Japan in May with Voyage Privé. The package includes a 5 GB eSIM, but my phone isn’t new enough to support it. VP told me I could buy a SIM card when I arrive at the airport. Sure enough, I’ve seen online that this is possible with different providers. I only need it for checking routes, looking up addresses, train schedules, etc.—basically using Google Maps, TripAdvisor, and similar apps. No heavy downloads or major internet use. All hotels should provide free Wi-Fi for that, right? Has anyone got any tips for me on this? What have you tried, and how much did it cost? Thanks for your help!
I’m planning a 3-week trip to Japan in May with Voyage Privé. The package includes a 5 GB eSIM, but my phone isn’t new enough to support it. VP told me I could buy a SIM card when I arrive at the airport. Sure enough, I’ve seen online that this is possible with different providers. I only need it for checking routes, looking up addresses, train schedules, etc.—basically using Google Maps, TripAdvisor, and similar apps. No heavy downloads or major internet use. All hotels should provide free Wi-Fi for that, right? Has anyone got any tips for me on this? What have you tried, and how much did it cost? Thanks for your help!
Hi,
I’d like to know if you can buy reef-safe sunscreen sprays at 7-Eleven. If so, how much do they cost? We’re traveling with backpacks, so we’ll either buy 100ml here or in Thailand.
I’d like to know if you can buy reef-safe sunscreen sprays at 7-Eleven. If so, how much do they cost? We’re traveling with backpacks, so we’ll either buy 100ml here or in Thailand.
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a really unpleasant experience from our last trip booked with Promoséjours and organized by FTI.
We booked an 8-day/7-night stay in Egypt, from June 8 to 15. The flight initially scheduled was changed a week before departure to take off at 10 PM from Paris CDG. In the end, it took off with a 1-hour delay and included an unmentioned stopover in Marsa Alam. We landed in Hurghada at 4 AM and arrived at the hotel at 6 AM. So, we spent our first night on the plane.
For the return trip, surprise—the flight was moved up. We left the hotel at 10:30 PM on Friday the 14th to take off at 2 AM and land at 7 AM at Paris CDG. So, we spent our last night on the plane too.
After sending a complaint letter to Promoséjours / FTI, they replied that the first and last days can be dedicated to transport (which I already knew) and that no matter how many nights you book, you’re not guaranteed to spend them in the hotel—it could just as well be on the plane.
I’m really questioning this.
Isn’t there a law that protects customers in cases like this? Because when I do the math, the first and part of the second day were spent on transport, same for the second-to-last and last day. And I paid for 7 nights for a stay that only lasted 5.
Anyway, I just want to say thanks to them—thanks to their two sleepless nights in transit, I’m coming back even more exhausted from a trip that was supposed to be restful!
I also want to warn anyone booking through this agency about visas for Egypt. At booking, they told me the visa was included in the price, then they sent me an email saying I’d have to pay for it on-site at 25 €. Once there, we were directed to a special line for FTI customers, and guess what? They charged us 30 €!
Basically, they’re great at making sure you *enjoy* your vacation—mostly by enjoying your wallet!
If anyone has dealt with this kind of situation and won their case, I’m all ears.
Thanks in advance!
I wanted to share a really unpleasant experience from our last trip booked with Promoséjours and organized by FTI.
We booked an 8-day/7-night stay in Egypt, from June 8 to 15. The flight initially scheduled was changed a week before departure to take off at 10 PM from Paris CDG. In the end, it took off with a 1-hour delay and included an unmentioned stopover in Marsa Alam. We landed in Hurghada at 4 AM and arrived at the hotel at 6 AM. So, we spent our first night on the plane.
For the return trip, surprise—the flight was moved up. We left the hotel at 10:30 PM on Friday the 14th to take off at 2 AM and land at 7 AM at Paris CDG. So, we spent our last night on the plane too.
After sending a complaint letter to Promoséjours / FTI, they replied that the first and last days can be dedicated to transport (which I already knew) and that no matter how many nights you book, you’re not guaranteed to spend them in the hotel—it could just as well be on the plane.
I’m really questioning this.
Isn’t there a law that protects customers in cases like this? Because when I do the math, the first and part of the second day were spent on transport, same for the second-to-last and last day. And I paid for 7 nights for a stay that only lasted 5.
Anyway, I just want to say thanks to them—thanks to their two sleepless nights in transit, I’m coming back even more exhausted from a trip that was supposed to be restful!
I also want to warn anyone booking through this agency about visas for Egypt. At booking, they told me the visa was included in the price, then they sent me an email saying I’d have to pay for it on-site at 25 €. Once there, we were directed to a special line for FTI customers, and guess what? They charged us 30 €!
Basically, they’re great at making sure you *enjoy* your vacation—mostly by enjoying your wallet!
If anyone has dealt with this kind of situation and won their case, I’m all ears.
Thanks in advance!
Hi there!
I’m heading to Thailand for two months.
So I thought I’d get a Thai SIM card to use Google Maps for getting around cities, mostly.
Here’s my question: will this SIM affect my apps? Or will they work the same as with my Orange SIM?
Is there any setup I need to do, or can I just pop in the Thai SIM?
I’d also like to switch back to my Orange SIM now and then while I’m in Thailand—on the same phone. Will I need to reset the phone, or will it reconnect without any issues?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Best,
Huiclos
Just got back from Egypt a few days ago and couldn't exchange my 1900 Egyptian pounds at the airport. If anyone's interested, let me know!
Hi, I’d like to know where we can buy beer or wine in Chefchaouen and around Merzouga. We’ll be doing a circuit and staying at the Parador Hotel in Chefchaouen and in a bivouac in Merzouga.
Thanks for any info you can share!
Hello everyone,
I’m reaching out to all travelers and globe-trotters on this forum. I’m a teacher in Creuse working in a ULIS program (which welcomes children aged 6 to 12 with disabilities into a mainstream school). This year, I’m launching a school journal project that will involve the kids in many different topics. A big part of this journal will focus on opening up to the world, embracing differences, travel, global cultures, and more.
I’m putting out a call to invite as many of you as possible to send us a postcard (from France or anywhere in the world)! The goal is to help us "travel" and discover new places, countries, and horizons in a way that’s much more fun and exciting than a geography textbook. One section of our journal could be called "We received a letter from ," where we’d research the location and share what we learn with our readers—a really enriching activity for the classroom.
The project starts in September 2025 but doesn’t have a strict end date, since this journal and world-discovery initiative will span several school years (the kids stay in the ULIS program for multiple years). Postcards can be sent anytime—throughout the year, across seasons, even during holidays! The kids will find them when they return.
I hope this idea appeals to as many of you as possible, and that you’ll spread the word to your fellow travelers. Help us dream and explore!
For those who’d like to write to us in a language other than French, no problem—quite the opposite!
Thank you in advance for your participation! Below is our address. If you’d like us to write back, feel free to leave your address on a corner of the postcard! 😊
ULIS program students Bonnat Elementary School 12 rue Georges Sand 23220 BONNAT Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon! 😊 Julien 🙂
I’m putting out a call to invite as many of you as possible to send us a postcard (from France or anywhere in the world)! The goal is to help us "travel" and discover new places, countries, and horizons in a way that’s much more fun and exciting than a geography textbook. One section of our journal could be called "We received a letter from ," where we’d research the location and share what we learn with our readers—a really enriching activity for the classroom.
The project starts in September 2025 but doesn’t have a strict end date, since this journal and world-discovery initiative will span several school years (the kids stay in the ULIS program for multiple years). Postcards can be sent anytime—throughout the year, across seasons, even during holidays! The kids will find them when they return.
I hope this idea appeals to as many of you as possible, and that you’ll spread the word to your fellow travelers. Help us dream and explore!
For those who’d like to write to us in a language other than French, no problem—quite the opposite!
Thank you in advance for your participation! Below is our address. If you’d like us to write back, feel free to leave your address on a corner of the postcard! 😊
ULIS program students Bonnat Elementary School 12 rue Georges Sand 23220 BONNAT Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon! 😊 Julien 🙂
Hi there! I have to leave Ivato/Antananarivo on December 16th. I have a lot of ariary that I’d like to exchange for euros since I might not be coming back to Madagascar (after this 21st trip). I think the exchange office at Ivato also buys ariary back. If any of you have seen the rate for this buyback in advance, thanks a million!
Hi there, I use video and photo editing software for my "work".
A conflict has been showing up lately when I open the software. Photo attached.
Is there a specialist around who could help me out?
Thanks in advance.
A conflict has been showing up lately when I open the software. Photo attached.
Is there a specialist around who could help me out?
Thanks in advance.
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a website that would let me plot my travel route in advance so I can print it out. The idea is to create a map with a little “me” on a bike that my parents can move along as I progress, since I’m planning to cycle all the way to Nepal.
If any of you have done something similar or know of a good tool, I’d love to hear your tips!
Thanks in advance! 😊
Hi,
I'm looking to buy an ultra-lightweight 50/55L travel backpack with a suitcase or front opening. Does anyone have any brand and/or model recommendations? Thanks, Emma
I'm looking to buy an ultra-lightweight 50/55L travel backpack with a suitcase or front opening. Does anyone have any brand and/or model recommendations? Thanks, Emma
Hello. We’re a retired couple heading to Sri Lanka from January to March. After the November floods, I’d like to know if we can offer hands-on help to the locals, maybe pack some clothes or other items people might need in our luggage, and who we could give them to. Thanks for any info from those on the ground.
Hello,
Be careful when sailing between Somalia and northern Madagascar. It appears to be Somali pirates who have widened their search in the Mozambique Channel, far from their usual attack zone, since, to my knowledge, there are no Malagasy pirates.
https://www.parismatch.com/actu/faits-divers/un-couple-de-navigateurs-franco-australien-retrouve-mort-au-large-de-madagascar-victimes-de-pirates-260904?fbclid=IwY2xjawOaqqdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBLVkRPSGpTVzBUSW9wYUtyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqinPb_OCfcRQQY-Q_fkyDinuvXgm7JwywSMTxJ-TQw84joH-i3uJ08W7frW_aem_ql7JQ5yOLn3XWyrhSIe7kQ&utm_campaign=mrf-facebook-parismatchmag&mrfcid=20251130692956807717c72c586c0c48
Be careful when sailing between Somalia and northern Madagascar. It appears to be Somali pirates who have widened their search in the Mozambique Channel, far from their usual attack zone, since, to my knowledge, there are no Malagasy pirates.
https://www.parismatch.com/actu/faits-divers/un-couple-de-navigateurs-franco-australien-retrouve-mort-au-large-de-madagascar-victimes-de-pirates-260904?fbclid=IwY2xjawOaqqdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBLVkRPSGpTVzBUSW9wYUtyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqinPb_OCfcRQQY-Q_fkyDinuvXgm7JwywSMTxJ-TQw84joH-i3uJ08W7frW_aem_ql7JQ5yOLn3XWyrhSIe7kQ&utm_campaign=mrf-facebook-parismatchmag&mrfcid=20251130692956807717c72c586c0c48
Hi,
Not sure if this is the right section, but just wanted to warn future travelers...
Where’s Cape Vidal? It’s in iSimangaliso, an independent park in KZN Wildlife, stunning and just a stone’s throw from St Lucia (KwaZulu-Natal, Maputaland). It’s the beach spot at the end of the Eastern Shores road. You can swim, fish... but watch out for waves, currents, and sharks... There’s a really nice game drive where you can get out of your car at certain points, especially at Cape Vidal. That’s where the camp with bungalows and campsites is. The vervets and samango monkeys (endemic to the area, and the males are pretty big) can be a bit of a nuisance if you’re trying to braai... They’re super persistent and not shy at all—don’t let them intimidate you, and stay alert because their speed at snatching food is impressive. Anyway... I’m reporting two recent attacks by these hyenas... who were *not* in a playful mood... The first one happened at night—a hyena tried to bite a camper’s nose off in their tent... and succeeded. The other night, a camper returning to their tent in the early hours was violently attacked by two hyenas... and they had a close call! So, if you’re camping there, be careful... Measures are being taken, but for now, it’s a bit risky.
Not sure if this is the right section, but just wanted to warn future travelers...
Where’s Cape Vidal? It’s in iSimangaliso, an independent park in KZN Wildlife, stunning and just a stone’s throw from St Lucia (KwaZulu-Natal, Maputaland). It’s the beach spot at the end of the Eastern Shores road. You can swim, fish... but watch out for waves, currents, and sharks... There’s a really nice game drive where you can get out of your car at certain points, especially at Cape Vidal. That’s where the camp with bungalows and campsites is. The vervets and samango monkeys (endemic to the area, and the males are pretty big) can be a bit of a nuisance if you’re trying to braai... They’re super persistent and not shy at all—don’t let them intimidate you, and stay alert because their speed at snatching food is impressive. Anyway... I’m reporting two recent attacks by these hyenas... who were *not* in a playful mood... The first one happened at night—a hyena tried to bite a camper’s nose off in their tent... and succeeded. The other night, a camper returning to their tent in the early hours was violently attacked by two hyenas... and they had a close call! So, if you’re camping there, be careful... Measures are being taken, but for now, it’s a bit risky.
Hello,
A white rental Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 carrying foreign tourists was attacked at the entrance of Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in the village of Bekopaka, western Madagascar, yesterday. So far, there’s been no response from the central government to curb these repeated armed attacks—usually between Malagasy people, but this time targeting foreign tourists.
A white rental Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4 carrying foreign tourists was attacked at the entrance of Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in the village of Bekopaka, western Madagascar, yesterday. So far, there’s been no response from the central government to curb these repeated armed attacks—usually between Malagasy people, but this time targeting foreign tourists.

Hello fellow travelers,
After an engine failure in mid-2016 on a long-haul flight from BRISBANE to LYON, I developed a persistent aviophobia that I’m struggling to shake off. It’s becoming more and more of a hindrance.
Up until now, I’ve been using an avoidance strategy (for example, avoiding destinations that would require any other mode of transport than a car or train), but lately, it’s become really limiting.
I’m looking for a therapist—either in-person or via video call—who could help me get past this hurdle.
Thanks in advance for your help!
After an engine failure in mid-2016 on a long-haul flight from BRISBANE to LYON, I developed a persistent aviophobia that I’m struggling to shake off. It’s becoming more and more of a hindrance.
Up until now, I’ve been using an avoidance strategy (for example, avoiding destinations that would require any other mode of transport than a car or train), but lately, it’s become really limiting.
I’m looking for a therapist—either in-person or via video call—who could help me get past this hurdle.
Thanks in advance for your help!
Hello everyone.
First and foremost, I hope this topic won’t just focus on my region—the South of France—and that those of you who enjoy exchanging ideas will share what makes your own regions special.
Personally, I’ve often wanted to push back when people call us vulgar (though I’ll admit I sometimes play it up). At heart, we pure-blooded Southerners just have our own way of expressing ourselves, which differs from other regions. We also get heated in conversations pretty easily (some researchers say it’s the influence of the sun and climate in general).
What some perceive as vulgar, we don’t see that way at all.
Do you want a uniform world with no differences? If so, how do you handle traveling to places with cultures completely different from your own?
In the travel community, the word "authenticity" comes up a lot, and it often takes priority in people’s searches.
In my specific case, speaking a purely regional language without having gone to school for it doesn’t help with understanding on this forum. That’s what creates what you call controversies—and what I call passionate exchanges.
I remember a reply from a member in this thread: https://voyageforum.com/forum/ma-vie-en-camargue-pays-origine-en-colombie-pays-c-ur-d10778555/
It left me speechless and ended the conversation because, for him, that’s just how he sees things, and he refuses to debate it, sticking to his position. I’ll quote him, hoping he won’t hold it against me:
"For me, things like bullfighting, boxing, football, and MMA are just tangible proof that human evolution is still at a primitive stage."
For him, our Latin-origin bullfights are barbaric customs. For us *taurins*, we need to see men face wild beasts (bulls and *toros*) at the risk of their lives every day. Does that make us barbarians?
We’ve always had this need to confront death—it’s in our genes.
Take the example he gave about football: fans of the sport would be considered mentally underdeveloped. But what about a kid who’s passionate about the game and has that drive to be a winner, just like a boxer or athletes in other violent sports?
As a traveler myself, passionate about old stones and beautiful historic buildings, I’ve visited Rome but couldn’t fully appreciate it. Religion is everywhere, and I felt like I had a lead weight on my head realizing that millions of people worldwide have believed in a god for millennia.
I’ve also judged believers for basing their faith on archaic texts that don’t prove a god (or gods) ever existed—I still think that, but I’m open to being proven wrong so I can say, "You’ve convinced me I was mistaken."
- If everyone clings to their own ideas and positions, no discussion is possible, and that’s a shame.
I’ll take away two things from my forum interactions: some accuse me of being omnipresent when I just love exchanging ideas. My way of speaking is misunderstood (regional differences), even if I’ll admit I sometimes turn up the heat—or rather, the *aïoli* —which for me is just lively debates 🔥 (a regional specialty).
And my "mocking" side, which I really need to work on.
This topic isn’t just about me—I hope other forum members will share their own regional "specialties" . For example, in Alsace, some older folks switch to their local language when they don’t want outsiders to understand, and I still don’t know if it’s German or something else.
https://www.marseille-tourisme.com/decouvrez-marseille/traditions/le-parler-marseillais/
https://www.lexpress.fr/informations/accent-du-midi-ave-ou-sans_642635.html
First and foremost, I hope this topic won’t just focus on my region—the South of France—and that those of you who enjoy exchanging ideas will share what makes your own regions special.
Personally, I’ve often wanted to push back when people call us vulgar (though I’ll admit I sometimes play it up). At heart, we pure-blooded Southerners just have our own way of expressing ourselves, which differs from other regions. We also get heated in conversations pretty easily (some researchers say it’s the influence of the sun and climate in general).
What some perceive as vulgar, we don’t see that way at all.
Do you want a uniform world with no differences? If so, how do you handle traveling to places with cultures completely different from your own?
In the travel community, the word "authenticity" comes up a lot, and it often takes priority in people’s searches.
In my specific case, speaking a purely regional language without having gone to school for it doesn’t help with understanding on this forum. That’s what creates what you call controversies—and what I call passionate exchanges.
I remember a reply from a member in this thread: https://voyageforum.com/forum/ma-vie-en-camargue-pays-origine-en-colombie-pays-c-ur-d10778555/
It left me speechless and ended the conversation because, for him, that’s just how he sees things, and he refuses to debate it, sticking to his position. I’ll quote him, hoping he won’t hold it against me:
"For me, things like bullfighting, boxing, football, and MMA are just tangible proof that human evolution is still at a primitive stage."
For him, our Latin-origin bullfights are barbaric customs. For us *taurins*, we need to see men face wild beasts (bulls and *toros*) at the risk of their lives every day. Does that make us barbarians?
We’ve always had this need to confront death—it’s in our genes.
Take the example he gave about football: fans of the sport would be considered mentally underdeveloped. But what about a kid who’s passionate about the game and has that drive to be a winner, just like a boxer or athletes in other violent sports?
As a traveler myself, passionate about old stones and beautiful historic buildings, I’ve visited Rome but couldn’t fully appreciate it. Religion is everywhere, and I felt like I had a lead weight on my head realizing that millions of people worldwide have believed in a god for millennia.
I’ve also judged believers for basing their faith on archaic texts that don’t prove a god (or gods) ever existed—I still think that, but I’m open to being proven wrong so I can say, "You’ve convinced me I was mistaken."
- If everyone clings to their own ideas and positions, no discussion is possible, and that’s a shame.
I’ll take away two things from my forum interactions: some accuse me of being omnipresent when I just love exchanging ideas. My way of speaking is misunderstood (regional differences), even if I’ll admit I sometimes turn up the heat—or rather, the *aïoli* —which for me is just lively debates 🔥 (a regional specialty).
And my "mocking" side, which I really need to work on.
This topic isn’t just about me—I hope other forum members will share their own regional "specialties" . For example, in Alsace, some older folks switch to their local language when they don’t want outsiders to understand, and I still don’t know if it’s German or something else.
https://www.marseille-tourisme.com/decouvrez-marseille/traditions/le-parler-marseillais/
https://www.lexpress.fr/informations/accent-du-midi-ave-ou-sans_642635.html




