Pour le trajet Arequipa Cusco je vois souvent ce trajet effectué en avion. Il y a peut être une raison.
Moi je pensais le faire en bus. Pour ceux qui ont pris ce bus est qu’il y a des paysages à voir, et est ce cool et pas trop long ?
Pour le trajet Cusco Puno je me faisais un plaisir de prendre le train pour côtoyer des péruviens mais on me dit que non, que c’est trop cher pour eux.
En plus je viens de lire que ce train n’existe que la nuit. !
Pour ceux qui ont fait ce trajet c’est mieux de prendre le bus .. ? En plus on peu peut être s'arreter dans des sites à voir ?
Alors pour ce qui concerne le trajet Arequipa Puno, ca se fait tres bien en bus, il faut compter entre 5 et 7 heures et tu peux avoir tout type de bus du plus simple (contact avec des péruviens) au plus luxueux. Pour le trajet Puno Cuzco, de jour ou de nuit mais je te le conseille de nuit car de jour c'est quand meme une douzaine d'heures et avec un bus semi cama la nuit se passe bien.
A noter qu'il est tjs bien d'avoir un sac de couchage ou une petite couverture pour les bus. L'altiplano la nuit, c'est pas chaud!
Voila, si tu as du temps, pas besoin de prendre l'avion.
Ooohhh merci Barbudo, J’avance à petits pas mais j’avance.
Donc c’est ok pour le bus au milieu des montagnes. J’avais prévu d’emmener un sac de couchage alors c’est top. Une arrivée je pense comme j'aime on passe sans doute des cols.
Pour le reste Cusco Puno j’avais tant imaginé prendre ce train que j’avais vu magique à la télé.
Je vais devoir me faire une raison, je n’ai pas vu les villes qu on traverse en allant à Puno ? c’est sans doute aussi bien en bus. Je vais voir.
Pour le trajet Arequipa - Cusco: c'est à vérifier mais je pense qu'en bus il se fait de nuit et que ça prend un bon bout de temps (Lima-Arequipa: dans les 17-18h, Lima - Cusco: 20h) Vous ne repasserez pas par Lima, mais il y a quand même quelques montagnes à contourner...
Pour le trajet Cusco - Puno, c'était 7h en sens inverse il y a 4 ans. Très beau paysage.
Quel est votre parcours? Le plus simple serait de faire Arequipa - Puno - Cusco en limitant ainsi les heures de route et les km (Arequipa - Puno ça doit demander dans les 8h environ). Par contre, si vous faites une boucle depuis la Bolivie sans passer par Lima, ce n'est peut-être pas la meilleure solution.
Il y a un bus touristique, plus cher, avec guide qui fait le trajet en 9-10 heures avec trois ou quatres arrets sur des sites historiques, un arret repas de midi et un arret achat eventuel d'artisanat, guide espagnol-anglais
Notre parcours est le suivant :Pour le Pérou une montée progressive en altitude
en faisant Lima Pisco Nazca Arequipa Cusco le Machu Picchu Puno lac Titicaca pour le Pérou
Pour la Bolivie j'ai pas encore commencé le trajet
Normalement on a imaginé ensuite revenir sur Lima pour faire un peu de Pérou Nord pour voir le site préhistorique de Chavin de Huantar je crois
C’est génial ce que dis Daniellg ce sera super vu comme ça j ai tellement envie de ne pas faire que traverser du Pérou en bus ….
Tu peux faire LIma Huaraz huit heures de bus, visiter la region et Chavin de Huantar puis aller a Trujillo huit heures de bus de nuit voir les ruines des environs, trois heures de route et Chiclayo et les ruines. Si tu es interesses, dans la region de Trujillo et Chiclayo, il y a beaucoup de ruine sprecolombiennes interessantes.
Si tu traverses le Perou par le centre en remontant vers LIma, fais attention a Ayacucho, cela fait deux fois en quelques jours que des patrouilles de l' armee tombent dans des embuscades du Sentiers lumineux qui semblent renaitre
Notre parcours est le suivant :Pour le Pérou une montée progressive en altitude
en faisant Lima Pisco Nazca Arequipa Cusco le Machu Picchu Puno lac Titicaca pour le Pérou
Pour la Bolivie j'ai pas encore commencé le trajet
Normalement on a imaginé ensuite revenir sur Lima pour faire un peu de Pérou Nord pour voir le site préhistorique de Chavin de Huantar je crois
Dans ce cas, selon le temps que vous avez, je vous conseillerais plutot l'itinéraire suivant:
Lima - Pisco/Nazca - Arequipa - Puno/lac Titicaca - Bolivie - Cusco - Lima/Nord Pérou.
Ainsi vous limitez les km et variez les plaisirs!
Vous pouvez aussi garder la région de Nasca et Pisco pour le retour sur Lima si vous avez peur d'être un peu juste en temps. De toute façon, Pisco et Nazca étant au niveau de la mer, vous n'y gagnerez pas en acclimatation, autant aller directement vous posez quelques jours à Arequipa. Ce qui ferait:
Lima - Arequipa - Puno/lac Titicaca - Bolivie - Cusco - Pisco/Nazca - Lima/Nord Pérou.
On a un peu plus de 6 semaines de reve c’est dire …
On attache beaucoup d’importance a une montée progressive en altitude mêlée à une progression des sites magnifiques qu’ il y a à voir, hâte de voir la vallée sacrée et le macchu Picchu même si on sait qu il y a des choses merveilleuses à voir en Bolivie.
En plus de retour à Lima on ira faire un peu de Pérou Nord voir le site préhistorique de Chavin de Huantar qui est en altitude
Pour le trajet Puno Cuzco, de jour ou de nuit mais je te le conseille de nuit car de jour c'est quand meme une douzaine d'heures et avec un bus semi cama la nuit se passe bien.
Ne racontez pas n'importe quoi: Puno / Cuzco c'est 6 à 7 heures de trajet, et faire le trajet de nuit c'est se priver des paysages.
Pour le trajet Puno Cuzco, de jour ou de nuit mais je te le conseille de nuit car de jour c'est quand meme une douzaine d'heures et avec un bus semi cama la nuit se passe bien.
Ne racontez pas n'importe quoi: Puno / Cuzco c'est 6 à 7 heures de trajet, et faire le trajet de nuit c'est se priver des paysages.
oui exact, même l'inka express qui s'arrête faire les visites au moins 5 arrêts pour les visites, plus ou moins 1h par arrêt et au resto, part vers 8h le matin de Puno et arrive à Cuzco a 17h, sans arrêt il arriverait vers 14h, la route sur ce parcours et tres bonne..
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Hi everyone! So happy to be back on this forum—it’s packed with such useful info! 🙂 My husband and I are planning a 2.5-week self-drive trip to Colombia at the end of the year, including some domestic flights. My first question is: is it possible, easy, and safe to do a road trip in Colombia?
Below is our draft itinerary (with questions at each stop):
29/11: France → Colombia. Overnight in Bogotá.
30/11: Exploring Bogotá: La Candelaria and Montserrate.
01/12: Gold Museum (closed on Mondays). Drive to Zipaquirá (1.5 hrs) to visit the Salt Cathedral. Then drive to Villa de Leyva (3 hrs). Explore the town. Overnight in Villa de Leyva.
02/12: Return to Bogotá via Laguna de Guatavita (5 hrs). Is it worth the detour? Overnight in Bogotá.
03/12: Flight to Pereira. Drive to Salento. Overnight in Salento.
04/12: Cocora Valley (hike among the wax palms) followed by a drive around the area. Are there any waterfalls or other sights nearby?
05/12: Visit a coffee finca—any recommendations? Then explore the surroundings: Filandia, Manizales, waterfalls? Hot springs? Which ones?
06/12: Flight to Medellín.
07/12: Exploring Medellín: Centro, Plaza Botero, Comuna 13. How do you visit Comuna 13? Is it easy to get around Medellín? Metro? Buses?
08/12: Drive to Guatapé (2 hrs). Visit the town, stroll around the lake, then El Peñol. Overnight in Guatapé.
09/12: Return to Medellín.
10/12: Flight to Santa Marta. Drive to a hotel near Tayrona Park.
11/12: Tayrona—El Zaino entrance.
12/12: Tayrona—Palangana entrance, then Bahia Concha and Santa Marta. What do you think?
13/12: Drive to Minca (45 mins). Can we reach the village by car? Pozo Azul and Marinka waterfalls. Overnight in Minca (or back in Tayrona?).
14/12: Drive to Puerto Nao (5 hrs). Stop in Ciénaga on the way + boat tour in Nueva Venecia and/or Buena Vista? Not enough time? Overnight in Puerto Nao.
15/12: Exploring Cartagena: Centro, Getsemaní, the walls + La Boquilla if we have time.
16/12: La Boquilla (is it really worth it?) if we didn’t have time yesterday, then back to the beach.
17/12: Return to France.
So, what do you think? Is this doable, or should we tweak it? Thanks in advance for your invaluable feedback and tips! 🙂
Hi there, I’ll be in Brazil from December 10th to the end of February.
I’ve sketched out a rough itinerary but I’m not sure how to arrange it—considering the climate, year-end holidays, and Carnival.
Basically, I’m thinking of the Amazon, the Northeast coast with Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (but skipping Chapada Diamantina),
Ouro Preto, Paraty, and Ilha Grande—but no Rio visit.
Is this doable in 3 months?
Which direction should I take for this itinerary?
Thanks in advance!
Bonjour, qui connaitrait l' agence Ventura Travel Agency (et non ventura travel)? apres de nombreuses recherches, devis, c est la seule qui propose Uyuni à un prix raisonnable en réunissant tous les critères ; tranfert jusqu à la frontiere, hébergement en chambre privée, tarif très correct. Les autres, (guides et agences) proposent soit en chambre non privée, soit sans le tranfert jusqu'à la frontiere, soit tarif bien trop excessif ; mais je souhaiterais avoir des avis sur cette agence. Merci à tous
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Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to Chile to visit the Atacama Desert and then head toward Putre, Lauca, Salar de Surire, etc.
Which would be the better time to go, April or November?
Is an SUV enough?
Looking forward to your tips!
I’m planning a 16-night solo trip to Colombia (July 27 → August 13, 2026) and would love feedback from those who’ve been before I book everything. I’ve mapped out the day-by-day schedule so you can point out anything that doesn’t add up.
My profile: 36 years old, lucky enough to have traveled quite a bit already. I’m looking for a balance of discovery and chill time, fun evenings to meet people, nature, and a little scuba diving (tank). Departing from Bordeaux.
— THE ITINERARY —
* D1 (07/27) – Arrival in Bogotá at 1:40 PM, domestic flight to the coffee region right after, arriving in Salento in the evening
* D12 (08/07) – Cartagena: Castillo San Felipe, Getsemaní, food scene
* D13 (08/08) – Boat to Isla Múcura (San Bernardo archipelago). Settle in, snorkeling
* D14 (08/09) – Isla Múcura: Diving in the morning, archipelago tour (Tintipán + Santa Cruz del Islote), bioluminescent plankton in the evening
* D15 (08/10) – Isla Múcura: Second dive, relaxation
* D16 (08/11) – Return boat, buffer night in Cartagena before the flight
* D17 (08/12) – Chill morning in Cartagena, then flight Cartagena→Bogotá and Bogotá→Europe in the evening
— MY QUESTIONS —
1. Does the logistics seem realistic, or are there any routes I’m underestimating? (Especially Salento→Pereira→Medellín and Santa Marta→Cartagena)
2. Isla Múcura for a solo traveler looking for calm + diving: good choice, or would another island in the archipelago be better (Tintipán, Rincón del Mar)?
3. I preferred Finca La Selvita over Tayrona (less tiring, more original): am I missing out on Tayrona for no good reason?
4. Four nights in Medellín—too much or justified with the Guatapé day trip?
5. Any must-see I’ve overlooked?
Thanks in advance—your feedback will help a ton! 😊
François
Hi everyone, French travelers in Chile—what credit cards do you use for your various car rentals in the country? I’m traveling in September and was planning to switch my regular debit card (a VISA PREMIER in deferred debit mode) for the deposit guarantee.
My rentals are with Figal in Punta Arenas, Econautos in Arica, and Chilean Rent a Car in Temuco, and all of them want the deposit on a credit card. For me, deferred debit *should* work, but I’ve read comments saying the opposite.
How’s it actually working on the ground with these rental companies right now? Will a deferred debit card work, or not at all?
In France, banks don’t issue credit cards, right—or am I mistaken?
Hi everyone, is it still possible to travel in Ecuador outside the Amazon region? If so, do you have a reliable agency to recommend? All your recent experiences from the past few months would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much
Hi,
We’re heading to Buenos Aires for 3 days in November and would like to do a guided tour of a few neighborhoods. There are "free" tours, but none in French. Does anyone have a guide to recommend so we can really get to know the city beyond just the architecture?
Thanks
Hi there,
I’m desperately looking for info on the schedules and routes of (shared) boats to visit the islands of Lake Titicaca.
From what I’ve found, there’s a *combi* (bus) that leaves from Puno to go to Llachon. Where do you catch it? What are the schedules and frequency? Does it take about 1 hour?
Then in Llachon, you can take a boat to Amantani (45 min). Same question—where do you check for frequency and schedule?
After that, from Amantani, boats go to Taquile and then Uros. Do you have enough time to visit the islands between two boats? Frequency and schedule?
The goal is to do this tour independently (no agency) over 2 days. Thanks for any tips you might have!
I just got back from a trip to Bolivia and wow—what a wake-up call. It’s not the easiest country, but it’s absolutely stunning.
I started with Isla del Sol, perfect for easing into the altitude at a relaxed pace. Try to stay in the northern part of the island—it’s quieter and the views are insane. And the trout there? Unreal. Quick tip: bring cash in small bills; they almost never have change, and cards are rarely accepted.
Next up, La Paz. The city’s pretty wild, built in every direction. I did a few hikes in the area, including the famous Charquini Lagoon (the blue lake) at over 5,000 m—let’s just say I struggled 😅 but it was so beautiful it was totally worth it.
After that, I headed to Sajama. It’s cool, especially for the hot springs, and I stayed in Tomarapi. But honestly, if you’re short on time, you can skip it without too many regrets.
The highlight of the trip: the Salar. I did it starting from Tupiza, and I *highly* recommend going Tupiza → Uyuni. Way less crowded at the start and the landscapes are super varied. For the tour, I used SplitYourGuide to find a group, and it worked out great. Super handy for splitting costs and meeting people.
I wrapped up in Sucre—this city is gorgeous, all white, with such a chill vibe. And the salteñas + ice cream? Next level 😋
Bottom line: Bolivia’s a bit rough around the edges, sometimes exhausting (shoutout to the altitude), but it’s 1000% worth it.
If you’ve got questions or need tips, I’m happy to help!
Martin
I was planning to go to Réunion and stay in half-board accommodation with non-professionals, but it seems that’s not really the custom there—or maybe my budget isn’t big enough.
So, since I’ve already traveled around Ecuador and Peru, I’m now looking at Argentina, especially for its mountains (like the ones in Réunion that tempted me, even though—frustratingly—I could only admire them from below).
I plan to get around by bus and don’t know in advance where I’ll sleep, so I won’t book ahead. If I like a place, I might stay for several days.
I know that in Chile, it’s easy to find half-board accommodation, but what about in Argentina?
I’d like to stay with locals in half-board without it being a professional setup. I’m not sure if this is common practice there. It’s up to me to find someone willing to host me.
What do you think?
What would be a fair price (keeping in mind that 40 to 50 € is the max I can spend on accommodation, breakfast, and dinner)?
Bonjour à tous,
Nous partons 3 semaines en Patagonie en novembre en partant a priori depuis Coyhaique au Chili.
Nous ne serons pas motorisés et j'ai beaucoup de mal à obtenir des informations sur les possibilités de transport en quelques endroits de l'itinéraire que nous souhaiterions réaliser :
1) De Perito-Moreno (la ville, près de Los Antiguos), nous aimerions descendre la ruta 40 pour visiter le parc national Perito Moreno et ensuite passer au Chili via le Paso Roballos (à la lattitude de Bajo Caracoles)pour rejoindre la route de Cochrane. Sans voiture, il semble que nous devions passer par des agences privées pour rejoindre le parc national Perito Moreno : avez vous des recommandations ou des suggestions à ce sujet ? Et quelqu'un sait-il s'il est possible de passer (sans loc de voiture) au Chili par le Paso Roballos (depuis Bajo Caracoles), c'est à dire sans devoir descendre jusqu'à El Chalten ni remonter vers Perito Moreno / Los Antiguos etc. ?
2) Le 2ème tronçon qui semble un peu compliqué (mais quand même plus facile a priori) c'est de Caleta Tortel à Villa O'Higgins côté chilien. Doit-on repasser obligatoirement par Cochrane ou bien y a-t-il des possibilités de rejoindre Villa O'Higgins directement depuis Tortel?
3) Enfin, nous souhaiterions rejoindre l'Argentine (El Chalten), à pied, depuis O'Higgins. Auriez vous des recommandations à ce sujet également ? Doit-on passer par une agence ? Durée estimée de l'excursion ?
Vous l'aurez compris, nous souhaitons tout à la fois accéder à des endroits assez peu fréquentés mais nous n'avons pas de voiture pour cela, nous cherchons donc les meilleurs compromis possibles.
Mille mercis d'avance pour toutes vos suggestions !
Thomas
Hi,
we’re planning a round trip from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, to Salta, Argentina, in two months. On the way there, we’ll take the northern route via Susques, Route 27, then 52. But for the return, we were thinking of taking the southern route via San Antonio de los Cobres, Route 51, then 23. Is it similar to the northern route in terms of road surface? How busy is it, and are there gas stations? Basically, should we be worried about doing it in an SUV that’s supposedly 4x4 but has regular road tires and no second spare wheel, obviously...
I’ve seen that we can stop over in San Antonio de los Cobres.
Thanks for your feedback.
Raf.
Hi,
we’ll be in Calama at the end of March 2026, and I’m looking for a reliable car rental there for a 7-day road trip to Salta, Argentina. But I’m struggling with the car rental agencies in Calama because the reviews can be scary. I saw Gyg, which has great ratings, but I’m a bit wary (5/5 from 59 reviews—either the guy’s amazing or it’s fake...), but I can’t find any recent reviews on VF in general.
For Punta Arenas, I booked with Dachelet and didn’t have any issues with email exchanges.
Thanks in advance.
Raf.
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile!
I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
Good evening,
We’d love to go in November to enjoy some beautiful beaches for about two weeks, preferably around Bahia, as November/December seems like a great time.
We’ve already traveled to Brazil several times and know the south of Rio as well as the region between São Luís and Fortaleza, and Chapada Diamantina...
What advice would you give us: the south with Itaparica, Morro de São Paulo, Boipeba, Barra Grande—or all four? Or maybe the north?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last posted!
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend?
Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding,
Cocora Valley,
Hiking,
Nearby villages.
Flight to
3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one.
Short night hike.
Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus.
Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
Feel free to share your feedback!
Have a great day!
Hi,
During an upcoming trip to Peru, we’ll have one day to explore around Arequipa (excluding Colca Canyon) with a car and driver.
We’ve got a few options:
- Toro Muerto petroglyphs and dinosaur footprints at Querulpa
- Ruta del Sillar and Quebrada de Culebrillas
We’re a group of 6 friends with an average age of 70, all mobile, and we’re planning a trip to Peru in September/October 2026. Below is an idea of what we’re looking for: a French-speaking guide, accommodation in 3-star hotels or homestays with comfort.
Duration: 16 to 20 days on-site.
Visit the main sites with immersion in the culture and way of life.
Which francophone agency in Peru would you recommend? Thanks
Hi there!
I’m putting together my itinerary for Brazil, looking for beautiful natural spots with wildlife, flora, and great hikes...
I’ve come across the Cananeia / Super Agui / Ilha do Mel region and the PETAR / Intervales / Alto Ribeira area.
Has anyone here been to these places? If so, do you have any recommendations for accommodations and activities?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Olivier 🌍
I’ll be in ARICA in northern Chile at the end of May 2026 and want to get to TACNA.
Are there taxis, buses, or collectivos that run the border crossing route?
After that, bus to AREQUIPA (Peru): any bus company you’d recommend?
Hi there,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Brazil, arriving in São Paulo—a couple plus a teen—and we’ll have a rental car.
We especially love nature: hiking, wildlife watching, birds, etc.
We’re planning to wrap up with a week around Paraty and Ilha Grande.
We’re not really into visiting big cities like São Paulo or Rio unless you think we’d be missing out big time.
So we’ve got 2 weeks to explore the south/southwest region of São Paulo.
What do you recommend?
National parks? Off-the-beaten-path nature spots? Iguazu Falls?
Hi there,
Do you have any recommendations for comfortable accommodation in Leyva and Barichara? We're also looking for a guide to explore the areas around these two towns (parks, waterfalls, etc.).
Thanks for your tips!
I visited Colombia in January 2016 and I’m heading back from August 6th to 17th with the same airline to see how things have changed. Starting August 18th, I’ll continue with independent exploration. I prefer slow travel and enjoying places at my own pace.
Any tips—especially for getting around or must-see spots—are welcome!
Thu Aug 06. Fly Montreal to Bogotá 20:55-04:05+1 Air Canada
Fri Aug 07. Bogotá
Sat Aug 08. Bogotá
Sun Aug 09. Bogotá
Mon Aug 10. Fly Bogotá to Medellín
Tue Aug 11. Medellín - Explore Guatapé
Wed Aug 12. Comuna 8 & Hill of Values - PM Fly to Pereira
Thu Aug 13. Montenegro
Fri Aug 14. Salento - Cocora Valley
Sat Aug 15. Fly to Cartagena
Sun Aug 16. Explore Cartagena
Mon Aug 17. Explore Cartagena
Tue Aug 18. Fly Cartagena to Cali 12:20-14:55 Latam
Wed Aug 19. Cali
Thu Aug 20. Cali
Fri Aug 21. Cali
Sat Aug 22. Bus Cali to Popayán 09:00-13:00
Sun Aug 23. Popayán
Mon Aug 24. Popayán
Tue Aug 25. Popayán - Day trip to Silvia (Market Day)
Wed Aug 26. Overland Popayán to Tierradentro by public transportation 4h, 100km
Thu Aug 27. Tierradentro
Fri Aug 28. Tierradentro
Sat Aug 29. Overland Tierradentro to Garzón via La Plata
Sun Aug 30. Bus Garzón to San Agustín 10:30-13:00
Mon Aug 31. San Agustín
Tue Sep 01. San Agustín
Wed Sep 02. San Agustín
Thu Sep 03. San Agustín
Fri Sep 04. Overland San Agustín to Tatacoa Desert via Neiva
Sat Sep 05. Tatacoa Desert
Sun Sep 06. Fly to Bogotá via Neiva 16:00-17:00 Latam
Mon Sep 07. Bogotá
Tue Sep 08. Fly Bogotá to Montreal 09:00-16:30 Air Canada
Hi there,
Three years ago during a trip to Java (no, I didn’t post in the wrong forum!), I came across the address of former miners who had switched to “tourism” and organized nighttime ascents of the Kawah Ijen volcano and descents into the crater.
So I was thinking—maybe there are miners on the salt flats too, either former or still active, who do the same thing. If you’ve had an experience like this, I’d love any tips you can share.
Thanks in advance.
Hi there, since there isn’t much recent info on how to get to MP, I’d love to know if there have been any improvements to the "route" to Hydroelectrica. Is it feasible to drive there in February? And is it still possible to walk all the way to Aguas Calientes? I think I read somewhere that it’s no longer allowed??
Do you think I can buy Machu Picchu entrance tickets last-minute at that time of year, given the weather?
Nous partons entre amis au Brésil en Mars 2019 et nous souhaitons assister au défilé du carnaval.
J'aurais bien besoin de votre aide car j'ai du mal à trouver des avis sur les sites de vente en ligne pour les tickets du carnaval.
J'ai repéré rio-carnival, est-ce une agence fiable.
Avez-vous d'autres agences à conseiller ou expériences à partager?
Votre aide est la bienvenue.
Everything You Need to Know About Argentina’s Currency Exchange Maze (2026 Edition)
Hi fellow travelers,
Packing your bags for Buenos Aires? Watch out—here, money is a science almost as complex as the dance steps in a tango!
As of March 2026, the situation has shifted dramatically: the "Blue" (parallel) rate is now neck-and-neck with the official rate. To save you from losing your hard-earned euros in bureaucratic mazes or "disastrous" exchange rates, I’ve laced up my reporter boots and hit the famous Calle Florida for you.
In my latest video (and the accompanying article), I take you behind the scenes of currency exchange:
Arbolitos and Cuevas: Who are they, and can you still trust them?
The Rate Showdown: Why Banco Nación is currently the worst place for your savings.
Western Union: Why it’s often your best ally right now.
Cash or Card? The little secret to getting an instant 10–15% discount at restaurants or hotels.
The Bill Trap: Why your 500 € notes or stained dollars might stay in your wallet.
Argentina changes fast—*very* fast (by the end of March, today’s advice might already be old news!). So don’t leave without checking the market’s pulse.
