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Contrary to popular belief, it’s really easy to travel independently in Egypt thanks to a well-developed tourist infrastructure. I’ll share my tips from my trips to Egypt in a post on my blog.

Important: my blog is personal and not sponsored.

https://travels-of-a-life.com/reussir-voyage-independant-egypte/

Here are some tips to help you make the most of your trip to Dubai and the United Arab Emirates without falling into tourist traps.

Just to clarify, my blog is strictly personal and not monetized in any way.

https://travels-of-a-life.com/visiter-dubai-emirats-arabes-unis/

Too often, people only spend a day or two in Cairo. I stayed for five days and wasn’t bored at all. I’m sharing my trip on my personal blog, hoping it might inspire you!

https://travels-of-a-life.com/explorer-le-caire-cinq-jours/

In a coconut, there’s something to drink *and* eat. Coconut water—a true tropical treasure—is gaining popularity for its many health benefits. This natural drink, from young coconuts, offers optimal hydration and a wealth of essential nutrients.

Discover how I learned to open coconuts and enjoy their benefits. 😉

Hi everyone,

We’re just back from a nearly 6-week trip to Western Australia. 4x4 style. Lots of accommodation and a few nights under canvas. Highlights of the trip: The Bungle Bungles, The Gibb River Road, Karinjini NP, Mt Augustus NP, Millstream NP, The Ningaloo Reef, Kalbarri, The Pinnacles... For anyone thinking of a trip to this part of the world—or just curious—here are the links to my two recent travel journals:

First part of the trip https://www.myatlas.com/anneclaire95/symphonie-de-couleurs-en-australie-occidentale

Second part of the trip https://www.myatlas.com/anneclaire95/symphonie-de-couleurs-en-australie-occidentale-2

Happy reading! 🙂

A warning to women traveling alone around the world. August 2024 I was alone in Egypt and experienced some not-so-pleasant things. Here’s a link to my TIPS so you don’t find yourself in the same situation I did during your trip (local resident entering my hotel room to kiss me... Dive guide who takes you underwater for 45 minutes and acts suspicious, does weird things... Scams... Street harassment...).

https://lonyssa.gumroad.com/l/dmcgbh?_gl=1*llhqzs*_ga*Mjc0MTU3NjIxLjE3MzQ1OTg3NzQ.*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*MTczNDYwODcxOC4yLjEuMTczNDYxNTAyMi4wLjAuMA..

The Siwa Oasis is worth the effort—it takes nine hours by car from Cairo to get there. But once you arrive, it's pure magic! I share my trip on my personal blog (not sponsored)

https://travels-of-a-life.com/en-route-vers-oasis-siwa/

If you're torn between visiting Knossos and Phaistos during your trip to Crete, here are a few points to help you decide! Knossos is the island’s most famous and most visited archaeological site, largely thanks to its impressive Minoan palace and its proximity to Heraklion. It’s a must-see for history, mythology, and archaeology buffs.

That said, to avoid disappointment, you should know the site is completely reconstructed according to one archaeologist’s vision. So, it’s all very concrete...

See the full details on Knossos

Phaistos, on the other hand, is quieter and less crowded, which can make for a more intimate and peaceful experience. Its palace is less restored than Knossos’s, but Phaistos has its own charm thanks to its stunning views of the Messara Plain and the Libyan Sea. The site is simpler but just as fascinating, with its ruins and the famous "Phaistos Disc," a mysterious artifact that still puzzles researchers.

Check out the info on Phaistos for some photos

Hi there, For anyone interested in dog sledding towards Tromsø, we spent a day on a private tour with a local musher. It was a really small operation—just him and his dogs :) Here’s the link to my post about the day we loved: https://hellolemonde.fr/chien-de-traineau-ethique-tromso/

In June 2022, we covered 5,600 km. The major stops: San Francisco, Yosemite Park, Death Valley Park, Las Vegas, Zion Park, Bryce Canyon Park, Monument Valley Park, Grand Canyon Park, then the Pacific coast and back to San Francisco.

Photos of breathtaking landscapes.

Hi there, I wanted to share my experience at the BMW Museum with you. If you're a fan of the brand or just curious about the history of automobiles, this museum is really worth a visit! From the first BMW motorcycles to racing cars and the legendary production models, the museum traces the brand's history. You'll find the entire BMW universe through videos, sound installations, and 3D reconstructions of engines. Plan for at least 2 hours to visit. And there’s the Olympiapark nearby to check out too!. All the info on the BMW Museum in Munich is on this link, along with photos.

Hi everyone,

Here’s a video overview of Grande Terre in Guadeloupe (a classic video, nothing fancy) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-D6TYjTMmKU

And here’s some practical info for a first trip! !

Hi there!

Here’s a video preview of the island of Dominica, specifically its southwest part.

https://youtu.be/DMWAJmPrnO8

And here are some practical tips for a first trip.

Summary of my article: Visiting the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum This museum is a deeply moving place that left a profound impact on us. Located in the heart of Peace Park, it doesn’t just recount history—it invites reflection on the consequences of war and the importance of preserving peace. Through poignant exhibits, multimedia testimonies, and striking artifacts like the tricycle of a child victim or the fossilized shadows, you grasp the full scale of the tragedy. Peace Park, with its iconic monuments such as the Genbaku Dome, the Cenotaph, and the Flame of Peace, extends this reflection in a solemn setting. In an article I wrote on the topic, I also explain how to organize your visit: transportation options, recommended routes through the park, and accommodations to fit every budget. And if you have extra time, I suggest exploring other must-see sites in Hiroshima, like the castle or Miyajima Island, to round out your stay. This is a place that moved and inspired us, and I hope my article will encourage you to discover it for yourself while carrying a message of remembrance and peace.

https://un-tour-dans-le-sac.fr/musee-de-la-paix-hiroshima/

An interesting destination to discover for the end-of-year holidays, the Baltics. We visited Riga in Latvia (5 nights) and Tallinn in Estonia (4 nights) over 9 days in December 2024.

We loved Riga—the calm of its old town, its atmosphere, its architecture, and all the things to explore. Its little Christmas market is really nice. A great discovery.

Tallinn is a beautiful city, both modern on one side and with its medieval old town rich in history on the other. A bit livelier and more touristy than Riga, Tallinn is a city worth discovering by the Baltic Sea.

These two countries aren’t necessarily "cheap" compared to France. At this time of year, expect gray skies, short days, cold weather, and snow.

Our day-by-day travel journal is available here.

Hi there!

I’m reaching out because two friends and I are planning a one-year world cycling tour. We’ll cover 25,000 km across 30 countries, starting in September 2026. I’d love to share details about our route and budget through our Instagram account:

TricycleWchallenge: https://www.instagram.com/tricyclewchallenge?igsh=MXRwZmdoY2tjZHJ3aA==

We’ll be adding posts as we continue our research (which is already well underway) to show you our gear, route, and budget—with plenty of practical details, of course!

Thanks so much to those who follow us—you’re helping us a lot, especially with finding sponsors!

✈️ One-month Vietnam itinerary from North to Central 🇻🇳

We’re sharing this trip from July 2019—our first time traveling around like this. It’s pretty classic, but it’s a great way to start discovering this amazing country that is Vietnam. Hopefully, it’ll give some ideas to those who’d like to head to Southeast Asia!

Our little adventure is detailed in our travel journal, written day by day. You’ll find lots of photos there.

Several years ago, I discovered the Val Cenis resort. It was love at first sight, and I’ve been going back whenever I can. Plus, the Haute Maurienne valley is stunning, and you can take the opportunity to visit Bessans and Bonneval-sur-Arc. It’s truly a beautiful place where authenticity is preserved, perfect for spending a few days in the mountains during winter and skiing. I wrote an article about this resort on my blog: https://www.hunza.pro/2025/01/vacances-d-hiver-a-val-cenis-ski-rando-et-decouverte-de-la-vallee-de-la-haute-maurienne.html

Costa Rica isn’t just a destination for wildlife and nature. We discovered Costa Rican gastronomy, and between traditional dishes and Caribbean influences, you won’t be disappointed.

Here are some dishes to try during your trip:

Gallo Pinto: The national dish! A mix of rice, black beans, onions, and peppers, often served with eggs and tortillas. Casado: A complete meal with rice, beans, vegetables, grilled meat or fish, and fried plantains. Olla de Carne: A traditional stew made with meat and vegetables. Chifrijo: A mix of fried beans, pork, and tortillas.

Not to mention the many exotic fruits—nothing like what we eat in France. Pineapples, mangoes, papayas, passion fruits...

I’ve detailed everything on this page: dishes, drinks, and fruits to discover during your trip to Costa Rica.

Feel free to share your favorites! ;)

✈️ One-month Thailand itinerary idea 🇹🇭

We’re sharing this trip from July 2023—a pretty classic route from Bangkok to northern Thailand. A great circuit for discovering this amazing country. Hope it gives some ideas to those who’d like to head to Southeast Asia!

You can check out our day-by-day adventure on our TRAVEL JOURNAL. There are lots of photos there.

✈️ One-month itinerary idea for Laos 🇱🇦

We’re sharing this trip from July 2024—a pretty classic route for a first visit to Laos. An amazing country that’s still authentic and just starting to embrace tourism. Hope this gives some ideas to anyone thinking of heading to Southeast Asia!

You can check out our day-by-day adventure on our travel journal. There are plenty of photos there too.

Hi everyone!

I wanted to share my experience from a trip to Amsterdam. Spring is coming, and it’s one of my favorite destinations for this season, especially with the Keukenhof in bloom.

There are so many museums to visit and places to see, like Dam Square, the Royal Palace, Museum Square, the Red Light District... Some spots, like the Anne Frank House, require reservations. You can also take walks along the canals or even go on canal cruises.

For museums, I really enjoyed the Rijksmuseum for works by Rembrandt and Vermeer, as well as the Van Gogh Museum (combo tickets are available).



For more nature-focused outings, there’s Vondelpark, Keukenhof Park, and the windmills at Zaanse Schans... You can find all my photos and details about my trip budget on my travel journal for Amsterdam.

Hi everyone,

At the end of October 2024, we were lucky enough to spend a little over a week in Turkey—heading to Antalya. We then set off on a 6-day road trip exploring southern and western Turkey! Since planning a trip isn’t always easy, we’re sharing our itinerary and feedback on the different places we visited.

With a few photos, we hope to wow you 😎!

Here’s our loop itinerary starting from Antalya (a packed schedule, but it let us see so much):

Day 1 - Antalya (Kaleiçi, the historic center of Antalya) and Lara Beach



Day 2 - The Lycian site of Myra and the port of Kaş





Day 3 - The Turquoise Coast: Kaputaş Beach, the beach and dunes of Patara, the Saklıkent Canyon, the “ghost village” of Kayaköy, the ruins of Telmessos, and the Tomb of Amyntas







Day 4 - The Iztuzu Beach and the village of Şirince





Day 5 - The ancient city of Ephesus and the rural village of Birgi



Day 6 - Pamukkale and Hierapolis, then the seaside resort of Side before returning to Antalya (Day 7 in the morning).



So, does this make you want to take a little road trip in Turkey or what 😉?

For each visit, we’ve shared on our personal blog https://ideesdevoyage.fr (type it directly into your address bar) the practical info you need to know (hours, prices, etc.), but most importantly, tips to make the most of your visit (where to park for free, how to avoid crowds, the best time for great lighting, must-see photo spots, and more).

We hope this itinerary and our tips will inspire you and help you plan your future trip to southern and western Turkey.

If you’d like to react or have any questions, don’t hesitate!

Hi there, I traveled to India and Nepal in March 2024 and hired a driver through an online agency. No issues—the agency was great, nothing to complain about—but it turns out that booking directly with the driver is much cheaper. I’m not paid or commissioned in any way; I just want to help you save some money and recommend a great driver. So don’t hesitate to DM me if you’d like his contact info. I’m doing this for you and for the driver, who’d prefer to keep a little more of the profit instead of it going to the agency. I used his services for 10 days, and I can’t recommend him enough—he was my guardian angel in India, gave great advice, was super reliable, and very professional. So feel free to ask me for his contact if you’re interested; otherwise, no worries! ^^

My trip, in case you’re curious :stuck_out_tongue: Since I left, one person has traveled with him for 15 days based on my recommendation, and everything went perfectly! ^^

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lutuFfkKz4

Hi there, I’m sharing my hiking itineraries on the sea-to-sea trails in Corsica. Perfect for those who want to discover Corsica on foot and are looking for multi-day hikes without major difficulties. That’s right—Corsica isn’t just about the GR 20! My travel journals are all written day by day.

🐻 Mare a Mare Sud + Mare è Monti Sud 👍🏼 TRAVEL JOURNAL A 175-kilometer route with 6,694 meters of elevation gain over 10 stages on the Mare a Mare Sud and Mare è Monti Sud trails in Corsica 🇨🇵 🐻 Mare a Mare Centre 👍🏼 TRAVEL JOURNAL A 106-kilometer route with 4,415 meters of elevation gain over 6 stages on the Mare a Mare Centre trails in Corsica 🇨🇵

🐻 Mare a Mare Nord 👍🏼 TRAVEL JOURNAL A 165-kilometer route with 7,004 meters of elevation gain over 7 stages on the Mare a Mare Nord trails in Corsica 🇨🇵

¡Hola everyone! 🇪🇸✨ We dared to leave everything behind to make our dream come true: a new life in Spain! 🌍🔥 If you're curious to discover our adventure, our challenges, and our first steps under the Andalusian sun, come join us!

👉 Tips, struggles, magical moments—we’re sharing it all here: https://youtu.be/QEDXWU_TyOA?si=b3q__rspjjKp39LW

If you’ve got any advice or you’re also on this journey, don’t hesitate to connect with us! We support each other as adventurers! 😉💪

¡Gracias a todos and see you soon! 🎥✨

Our long-term travel road trip continues in Africa... Our 3rd country will be Rwanda. I invite you to discover and visit this country over 2 months through these few lines and photos that will follow as the days go by and as I find time to write. The goal won’t be safaris or gorillas, but rather getting to know the Rwandan people and their environment.

For tips or questions about Rwanda, don’t hesitate to reach out.

I’m opening this new thread with this first step...

Km 88281 - Rwanda intro

Rwanda is just a tad smaller than Brittany, so we should be able to explore it, delve into its heart, and understand a bit of what’s happening here... When we entered the country on January 2nd, we didn’t think it would become somewhat of a center of international news with a bit of turbulence... Over the coming weeks, we’ll learn to share the lives of Rwandans, grasp their history that still shapes their daily lives, and discover what lies behind these 1,000 hills... In France, over 2 centuries have passed since the Revolution, but here, it’s been just 30 years since the chaos of the genocide. Inside Rwanda...

More details and photos here: https://www.magicargol.fr/carnet/rwanda/t/1649539





:arrow: More details and photos here: https://www.magicargol.fr/carnet/rwanda/t/1649539

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Here’s one of our favorite cities in South America. I didn’t dare call it the "capital" because it’s pretty complex for this city.

When I set foot in La Paz, I was immediately struck by its bustling energy and striking contrasts. Perched at over 3,600 meters above sea level, the city blends tradition and modernity in a surprising way. We wandered between the colonial buildings of Plaza Murillo, discovered the secrets of the Witches’ Market with its mysterious potions and amulets, and gained some altitude thanks to the cable car, which offers incredible views of the city and the mountains. For thrill-seekers, we tested the famous Death Road by mountain bike—adrenaline was definitely on tap! Of course, the altitude can be a challenge, so in my article, I also share tips for acclimatizing, great places to stay, and detailed itineraries to make the most of your trip, whether you’re there for a day or three. Anyway, during our trip, we realized that the city is often used as a quick stopover where people don’t linger. And that’s a real shame. Out of 3 weeks in Bolivia, we spent 3 full days in the city and would’ve happily stayed longer. If you want to know more, check it out here: 👉 Read the full article

Hi there,

I spent 3 weeks there from May 7th to 28th, 2023.

I arrived and departed from the capital, Lusaka.

I rented a 4x4 equipped for camping/overlanding with the only serious option I found at the time from Fair Car Hires. This was to avoid the long approach times from South Africa or Botswana.

4x4: $3,402 for 18 days (😕), a Toyota Hilux Double-Cab Safari Camper—fully equipped, 3.0L diesel, manual transmission, air-con, Bluetooth radio, and 1 or 2 roof-top tents.

I’d already traveled through Namibia, South Africa, Botswana, and KTP, and Harry (the owner of Lukasa in Lusaka) told me Zambia was the "real Africa." I wasn’t disappointed on that front 😉.

I explored three parks: - Lower Zambezi NP (2 nights camping nearby at Mvuu Lodge) - South Luangwa NP (2 nights at Wildlife Camp + 3 nights at Croc Valley Lodge campsite) - Kafue NP (3 nights at Kasabushi Bush Camp + 3 nights at Mapunga Bush Camp) (Check out my route on a map on my personal site).

That’s a lot of kilometers in 3 weeks—just a few well-paved roads in good condition, but mostly rough roads or tracks, which really slows down your average speed 😕.

No supply issues for fuel or food, but watch out for stock in some grocery stores (one Friday afternoon in Chipata, the fruit and vegetable shelves were empty!).

May is still a bit early in the season, so the grass is still tall in the plains.

Lower Zambezi NP: A mother elephant and her "little one":

South Luangwa NP, near the Mushilashi Bridge:

Kafue NP, morning sunrise:

Kafue NP, spotting two lions on Spinal Road near the Shishemba Loop:

Northern Kafue NP:

Kafue NP, leopard during a morning game drive:

Northern Kafue NP, at my campsite in Mapunga Bush Camp—hippo on night watch (Where’s Charlie? 😉):

Kafue NP, tall grass—buffalo lurking!

In Lusaka, I highly recommend Harry and Geke’s welcoming green property, Lukasa, as a base camp (over Lusaka Pioneer Campsite, where I stayed my first night).

More photos on my personal site: wildescapesoverland.com

Happy to help, Pierre

PS: To the site admins, please consider allowing the .webp image format—it’ll significantly cut your storage costs while keeping great resolution.

For those with an artistic soul, I invite you to a journey through painting to discover my inspirations as a traveling artist. Traveling through painting Travel sketches

The cradle of humanity, Africa is also the continent where I was born. My childhood was lulled by the call of the muezzin and the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. The colors and light of Morocco remain etched in my heart forever.

As soon as I had the chance, I crossed the desert to meet Black Africa, whose imprint is very present in the Maghreb, a legacy of caravans and trans-Saharan migrations. My steps first took me to West Africa, exuberant, rich in encounters and sharing. Later, East Africa allowed me to glimpse another facet of this multifaceted continent. The beauty of the Ethiopians, whose country lies at the heart of human history, the complexity of Malagasy culture—a mix of the different peoples who have landed on the island—the Rwandan people, wounded but capable of resilience...





It was through India that I discovered Asia. Nourished by teenage readings about the hippie trail, I had always dreamed of one day exploring this mysterious country. My first solo travel experience was in Rajasthan, trekking on the roof of the world. I only returned when my son was a teenager, not wanting to expose him too young to the chaos of this disorienting country.

In the meantime, we traveled together through Vietnam, then Thailand and Laos, and finally Myanmar. Later, I returned alone to Cambodia and more recently to Indonesia. Safe and budget-friendly destinations, the routes of Southeast Asia also have the downside of becoming increasingly crowded.

But one can't help being enchanted by the architectural heritage, the temples, the landscapes, and the ever-present spirituality. When you take the time, Asia gradually reveals itself.