Bonjour à tous !
Partant dans un mois pour l'Afrique du Sud (et impatiente de découvrir ce magnifique pays), je sollicite vos conseils quant à mon voyage.
J'ai en effet pour projet de partir seule, arrivant a Johannesbourg et repartant de Cape Town un mois plus tard.
Afin de mieux gérer mon voyage et les étapes voulues, je compte louer une voiture. D'où mon interrogation :
- selon vous louer une voiture et faire un road trip toute seule est-il possible tant au niveau sécurité que pratique ?
Je pense toutefois essayer de trouver des backpakers tentés par l'aventure une fois arrivée à l'AJ en Jo'burg ,
Si vous avez une quelconque suggestion, conseil d'itinéraire, je vous lirai avec beaucoup d'attention ,
Et enfin merci de répondre à cette petite interrogation quant au road trip,
Louer une voiture est de très loin la solution la plus simple en Afrique du Sud, en particulier pour les réserves (Kruger, Hluhluwe, Saint Lucia, etc...). Cependant, un road trip d'un mois peut être à la fois long (une journée de malchance au Kruger peut parfois sembler monotone par exemple) et compliqué si coups durs (le tronçon Durban-Port Elizabeth est notamment connu pour ses routes à l'état aléatoire, une crevaison est vite arrivée) sans compter la fatigue inévitable car les distances sont parfois très longues.
Avez-vous regardé les prix du BazBus. C'est une ligne de bus pour backpackers qui relie les auberges de la côte entre Durban et Cape Town. C'est un système de tickets hop-on hop-off à volonté qui est rentabilisé sur de longues distances mais très onéreux sur de courtes distances. Très pratique et permet de rencontrer du monde.
En bref, je vous conseillerais de louer une voiture pour la partie safari (à minima au Kruger) en essayant de trouver des camarades dans les backpackers (les tours proposés par les backpackers sont très chers je trouve) mais je ne vous conseille pas de vous lancer seule dans un tour d'Afrique du Sud en voiture. Attention aux hébergements dans les camps du kruger qui sont vite pleins.
Sinon en un mois je découperais mon voyage comme cela : une semaine kruger et Blyde river canyon, 2 jours Swaziland, une semaine KZN puis soit deux semaines de Bazbus entre Durban et Cape Town soit un vol Durban Cape Town puis 5 jours autour du Cap et 5 jours sur la Garden Route.
Découpage très approximatif qui dépend aussi de votre budget et de vos envies.
Mon conseil : Atterrir au Cap et revenir en France à partir de Johannesbourg, ca permet de finir par le Kruger qui est , à mon avis , ce qu'il y a de plus passionnant en AFS.
Dans les parcs la securité est excellente , on est dans un domaine complétement preservé pour les animaux , il n"'y a aucune forme de délinquance.
Les restcamps des camps organisent beaucoup de choses , on peut faire des sorties la journée , la nuit , et meme des marches dans la brousse voir meme avec repas autour d'un grand barbecue . Par contre il faut une voiture pour s'y rendre.
On a beaucoup aimé , le Kruger , le Kalharie (au nord) et la ville du Cap , moins Blyde Canyon : les gorges du Verdon en France sont bien plus impressionnantes.
Sur une telle durée ce serait dommage de vous cantonner aux lieux touristiques habituels et la voiture vous permettra de découvrir, à votre rythme, des endroits que ne dessert pas le Baz Bus.
Envisagez un détour par le Lesotho et ne vous cantonnez pas à la côte entre Durban et Cape Town: l'arrière pays est autrement intéressant.
Ce serait un vrai coup de chance de trouver des compagnons, ne serait-ce que pour une semaine (à moins de rester en stand by) au backpacker de Joburg. Si vous ne souhaitez pas voyager seule, la solution du Baz Bus et son chapelet de backpackers trouvera alors tout son sens.
En journée vous ne courrez guère de risques en voiture.
Je suis d'accord sur le côté assez "sentiers battus" du Bazbus et sur l'intérêt de régions souvent oubliées par les voyageurs pressés (Drakensberg, Lesotho....). J'ai seulement peur qu'un mois complet de conduite en solitaire sur les longues routes sud-africaines (Joburg-Cape Town via le Kruger et la côte doit représenter pas loin de 3000 km) ne soit pas une bonne solution. La solution des compagnons de voyage est séduisante mais très aléatoire, notamment sur la côte où les voyageurs rencontrés ont généralement soit leur propre voiture, soit payé leur ticket bazbus.
Il faudrait peut-être publier des annonces dès maintenant.
Salut,
Ce serait bien de prendre une voiture pour découvrir des endroits qui ne sont pas vraiment accessibles en bus. Si vous trouvez des compagnons, ce serait vraiment l'idéal parce que personnellement, je trouve qu'il y a des endroits vraiment très dangereux en Afrique du Sud. Soyez tout de même prudente.
avez vous eu des problèmes personnels en Afrique du sud et si oui quel genre? Quand et ou?
Il fut arrêter de faire peur aux personnes qui désirent visiter ce pays car en dehors des Township ou effectivement les gens se font agresser, violer ou tuer pour des raisons bien connues; l'insécurité n'est pas pire que dans tous les pays du monde et quelques précautions tout à fait normales permettent d'éviter tous les ennuis.
Je suis en Afrique du sud depuis 6 ans j'habite à Cape town, je me déplace beaucoup en voiture mais aussi à pied dans les grandes villes comme Johannesburg, Prétoria, Durban avec du matériel de prise de vue, également dans certains Township et je n'ai jamais eu le sentiment d'être en insécurité.
Bien sûr, il y a des quartiers à éviter comme partout et je n'irais pas me promener le soir dans des endroits comme Hilbrow ou Alexandra à Joburg mais en France je n'irais pas non plus à Aubervilliers et dans les quartiers nord de Marseille; l'Afrique du sud est pays magnifique qui mérite d'être connu et tant mieux si les touristes viennent en nombre car ils pourront témoigner à leur retour d'avoir eu un séjour tout à fait exceptionnel et agréable.
Bonne soirée.
Je pense que tout le monde t'a répondu d'une très grande classe, prend leurs conseils sérieusement, ce sont des spécialistes de l'Afrique Australe 😏. Mais je vais quand même mettre mon grain de sel et t'expliquer à ma façon, aillant habité sur place et connaissant passablement toute l'Afrique du Sud pratiquement par coeur.
Sécurité : En voiture, ferme juste les portes à clefs, ne pas laisser d'affaires à vision de tous. Aucun problème quand à rouler la fenêtre ouverte. Eviter de rouler la nuit dans toute l'Afrique du Sud, surtout pour les touristes, même dans les villes, si tu ne connais pas, le GPS (si tu en n'a 1) pourrais te mettre dans de mauvais draps. Maintenant la journée il n'y à aucun problème. Juste éviter Johannesburg (qui n'a pas grand chose à voir, appart Apartheid muséum et peut être le lionsPark). Cape Town est la ville la plus pacifique du pays, aucun problème de circulations, la nuit non plus ( mais encore une fois si tu connais pas, précaution quand même).
Pas de bijoux apparent et puis c'est bon.
Voyager tout seul est bien au contraire excellant comme voyage, je l'ai fais plusieurs fois 1 mois, aucun problème, pleins de rencontre dans les Backpackers (oui privilégie ces auberge de jeunesses chez l'habitant, entre 15-15 euros le nuit, pleins de rencontre, voir même des compagnons de voyages). Tu trouvera quand tu arrive à l'aéroport de Johannesburg, section information, livre Jaune Backpackers dans toute l'Afrique du Sud, avec lieu, numéro tel, etc etc... Pense à prend une carte sim et numéro de tel Sud-Af, tu en trouve partout, valeur carte sim 1 euro et après tu recharge comme tu veux en demandant dans les magasins de téléphone ou tout et n'importe qu'elle magasin d'alimentation et bricolage etc.
Itinéraire que je te conseil pour 1 mois :
1 semaine Nord de l'Afrique du Sud (6 heures de route de l'aéroport, magnifique route) - Blyde River Canyon (dors à Graskop) - Kruger Park ou autre parc privée (plusieurs sur le côté du kruger...
1 semaines pour descendre jusqu'à Durban en Voiture en passant par le drakensberg Central et bien évidemment comme précédemment dis - Sani pass ( incontournable de faire une visite du Lesotho, de 1 à 5 jours, proposé pas un TO au Backpackers sur place), peut-être demandé via internet avant si tu veux faire plusieurs jour. Si tu veux aller par toi même au Lesotho tu sera obliger d'avoir un 4x4, mais surtout maitriser la conduite.
Durban prendre l'avion direction Port-Elizabeth, après sur place tu à l'incontournable Addo éléphant Park, ensuite 3-4 jours pour la garden road (direction Cape Town 800km environ), tout est beau à voir sur cette route, Juste après Tsitsikamma NP tu peut faire le saut à l'élastique Boulkrans bridge (216m, magnifique :-D) à réserver 1 jour avant, tu peux aussi t'arrêter à Gansbaai (Whit Shark Diving) assez onéreux et à réserver à l'avance aussi via internet, belle expérience.
et 1 semaine à Cape Town - Roben Island, Waterfront, Table mountain, region Stellenbosh (route des vins), Plage bloubergstrand et region Table view (je te conseil de dormir dans cette endroit en Backpackers, expérience inoubliable et une vue magnifique).
Et tu as encore pleins de trucs à faire, mais perd toi dans tes recherches... Au plaisir de te donner plus d'infos si tu le souhaite, je te souhaite un voyage inoubliable..
A plus.
La peur est temporaire, le regret est pour toujours!
Marc
Une petite mention pour retirer de l'argent vu que j'ai été victime d'un vol de CB en retirant de l'argent dans une station service pres de Johnesbourg (2 personnes qui sous le pretexte que d'apres eux le DAB ne fonctionnait pas bien sont venus me la voler en faisant semblant de m'aider) :
- eviter les DABs qui sont deserts, privilegier ceux où il y a du passage, le mieux etant à l'interieur des banques ou avec gardien mais c'est pas tres courant.
- Ne laisser personne venir dans un rayon de 5m surtout ceux qui veulent aider , quitte à repousser le retrait à une autre fois
Bonsoir,
Pourquoi ne pas partir avec une agence locale? Il y en a une, Nomad Tour South Africa, qui fait des trips depuis Johannesbourg jusqu'à Cap Town, à des prix raisonnables en camping. Pour avoir utilisé cette agence, je la recommande sans problème.
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Hi everyone,
I’m a 67-year-old woman who loves to travel, and for my third solo trip, I’ve decided to explore Indonesia.
I’ll be there from September 1st to October 5th, and I’m really struggling to plan my itinerary.
I’d love any advice you can share—I’ll read it all carefully.
So far, I’ve booked my first two nights with a local host in Jakarta, and then I’m heading to Borobudur. That’s all I’ve got planned for now.
Do you think I should book accommodations and transport tickets in advance? It seems really complicated, or could I just decide day by day based on how I feel?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a solo trip to Mongolia this summer, without an agency. However, I’d like to have a guide accompany me for certain parts of my journey.
From my research, I understand that most "activities," accommodations, and transportation are best arranged day by day, depending on opportunities and encounters. Without an agency, everything is organized on the spot.
I’d love to hear more opinions on this, especially regarding the Orkhon Valley.
Here’s the itinerary I’m planning:
* UB -> Mörön (flight) -> Khatgal (local buses)
A few days at Lake Khövsgöl
* Khatgal -> Mörön -> Jargalant -> Tariat (local buses)
A few days at the White Lakes
* White Lakes -> Tsetserleg -> Kharkhorin (4x4 with driver)
A few days in the Orkhon Valley
+ the Eight Lakes (horseback trekking with a guide)
* Return to UB
From what I’ve gathered, the first part should be fairly straightforward, but I have questions about the Orkhon Valley.
Here are my questions:
-> Tsetserleg to Kharkhorin route:
Have any of you made this trip by booking a driver on the spot when arriving in Tsetserleg? Was it easy to find an available driver? And did you find it easy/difficult/impossible to find other travelers to share the ride with? Ideally, I’d like to share this leg with fellow travelers.
-> The Eight Lakes: Could you share your experience with the Eight Lakes? Did you easily find a guide directly on site? Were you able to share this experience with other travelers?
Last question for women who’ve traveled solo in Mongolia:
-> How did you experience it? Do you have any specific tips or recommendations?
I’m considering a road trip (rental car) to explore the Canadian Rockies in September 2026, starting in Calgary and ending with about 10 days in Vancouver and the surrounding area. (Two weeks in the Rockies and a little under two weeks in Vancouver and nearby.)
I’d like to say that being a woman traveling alone doesn’t really bother me. That’s not the issue. Being a woman is just how it is, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, but traveling solo is something I could fix by finding travel companions. However, I had a not-so-great experience in India with two girls who were total strangers at first and turned out to be quite annoying, so I’m a bit put off by the idea now.
My question is simple, assuming I do this trip alone: is it worth sticking *only* to driving? I have **zero** sense of direction—with a map, I’m hopeless. So, is it realistic to think, "With my GPS, I’ll just drive from Calgary to Vancouver and see what I see," since I don’t see myself hiking alone? I’m not easily scared, but I wouldn’t feel confident doing that solo. Unless all the sightseeing is done with a guide (but then, hello, the cost—my budget isn’t exactly overflowing).
What do you all think?
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Take care and happy travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
After a week of sports south of Bergen, I’m not sure what to visit during the following week between Bergen and Oslo.
I haven’t planned to rent a car.
I’d love your suggestions. Thanks
Hi everyone, I’m really keen to visit Iran for three weeks in mid-March 2015.
What worries me a bit isn’t so much traveling alone—I’m used to it and know the Middle East well—but rather the current events (Islamic State) that could potentially become dangerous.
Flights are pretty cheap at the moment, and I’d like to book before prices go up.
Any advice from people who know the ground situation and Iranian current affairs better than I do would be much appreciated! :)
Hi there! I’m in the middle of planning my first solo trip (as a woman). Do you have any ideal destinations with activities like hiking, diving, sightseeing, and easy ways to meet locals—all on a small budget?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s had this experience before! :)
Hi there,
Who could recommend a reliable agency for visiting several islands, including the parks around Komodo? I’m traveling solo as a woman.
Thanks for your great tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m often in transit in Tokyo and I stay at the hotel because Japanese people speak little English and the signs are almost always in Japanese!
Any ideas for getting from Narita to a nice park or an onsen? I wanted to try Hokkaido, but apart from renting a car, it’s all trains! Any suggestions for a car with a driver? Or is it too expensive? Small group tours in Hokkaido? I read about the Explorator group’s offer—way too expensive!!!
I’ve got a maximum of 8 days. I’d just like a nice Japanese break.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
my friend, with whom I traveled to Iran, Myanmar, and India, really wanted to take a one-month trip to Armenia and Georgia. So we booked our flights (June 21 to July 19), but disaster struck—she can’t travel anymore due to serious family reasons.
Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think?
* Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations?
* I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia.
* I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary:
YEREVAN and surroundings
YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank
GORIS and TATEV
LAKE SEVAN
DILIJAN
HAGHPAT
TBILISI and surroundings
The CAUCASUS toward Mestia
UPLISTSIKHE
VARDZIA
Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks
Hi there,
We’d like to stay in Switzerland for five days.
There are two of us (women).
We don’t know this country at all.
What cities or affordable spots would you recommend for visiting?
Cheap accommodation.
Looking for community-based options.
And being close to public transport.
Thanks for your tips and experiences!
Best regards.
Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone has taken a Rede Expressos bus from Lisbon Airport to Lagos, and if so, where exactly at the airport you need to board it? I’m worried I’ll get lost and miss my bus...
Hi again,
I’m adding more details to my info request. Here are two proposed itineraries. We’re hesitating:
Colombo - Unawatuna 2 days - Sinharaja 1 day - Bandarawela 2 days - Kandy 3 days - Dambulla 2 days - Wilpattu Park 1 day - Kalpitiya 3 days - Negombo 1 day
What should we change or add a day for to include Jaffna?
Or:
Negombo 1 day - Anuradhapura 2 days - Jaffna 2 days - Sigiriya 2 days - Dambulla 1 day - Kandy 2 days - Ella 1 day - Galle 3 days
For your advice.
Is it better to finish in Galle or Kalpitiya?
Thanks in advance!
Nicole
This is a warning message! I’d like to address it especially to young women traveling alone for the first time in India. Other travelers may react to my post based on their own experiences, but I think what I’m about to say shouldn’t be taken lightly—unless that’s what you’re looking for!
Last July, I traveled to Northern India. I stopped in Khajuraho to see the famous tantric temples. I stayed one night, and that was more than enough. Khajuraho is very touristy, but you should know that 80% of young Indian men there are "gigolos." Locals call these young men (aged 18 to 30) "playboys" or "Lapka" (which means "capture the woman" in Hindi)!!!
They approach tourists with kindness and politeness, offering tea or a motorcycle ride (which they’ve often gotten from generous Western female tourists) to waterfalls a few kilometers from Khajuraho or other tourist sites. After befriending you, they charm you—be careful, these are professionals who are very skilled at this; it’s all they do, and they do it well. They’ll offer you food, drinks, and even temple entry to confuse you. They’ll suggest spending the evening or even the night with them. **Refuse (unless you’re into local flings and that’s why you came)!!!!**
At first, you’ll be seduced by their generosity, let your guard down, and then they’ll make you believe in *true love*. They won’t leave you alone and will keep in touch via email or phone if you give them your details. The lines they use to soften you up and scam you include: *"I’m the only one taking care of my family, my brother is sick, I don’t know what to do..."* All of this is to manipulate you into offering them money. They’ll never ask for it outright (to avoid being exposed) but will wait for you to suggest it.
If you receive emails from them, they’ll never be signed, and their name won’t appear in the email address (to avoid leaving traces). They use fake names to avoid being reported. If you believe their sob stories and offer help, they’ll give you a bank account number to send money via Western Union. These young men make a living from this—selling their bodies and scamming people! They’re very skilled, charming, manipulative, and *big-time cheaters*!
(Especially one young man who goes by the alias *Tony*—apparently the most skilled. He lives in a hotel near the lake, *Krishna Cottage*, and is in regular contact via Skype with Western women he’s tricked into believing he loves them while shamelessly scamming them. He even opened an internet café on the roof of the hotel with money he stole from women who fell for his charm.)
So, young romantic women craving love, sensitive singles, or anyone emotionally vulnerable—**don’t let yourself be scammed!!!** This behavior is becoming more common in India and is still relatively unknown. Male prostitution is on the rise, and cases of romantic scams and financial fraud by gigolos are increasing.
hi everyone! I’d like to visit Montreal and the surrounding areas in August, and I’ve got 3 weeks of vacation. I’m traveling alone and will be visiting my daughter, who recently moved there. She’ll be working and only available in the evenings! So I’m torn between spending a week in Montreal, then taking a flight to Cuba, and returning to France from Havana—or staying in Montreal and exploring the nearby areas alone.
For my first idea—going to Cuba—is it feasible in terms of administrative formalities and legality? And for my second idea, is it possible to take buses? If so, is it too expensive? And are there many places served by them?
From FES, I’d like to spend a few days in:
MEKNES
CHEFCHAOUEN
TETOUAN
and then return to FES.
I’m planning this trip in November.
Thanks for your tips!
I just got back from an unforgettable road trip in Madagascar where I drove down the legendary RN7. It connects Tana (the capital) to Tulear.
Since we were traveling as a group of girls, we decided to go with a guide. I’d never done an “organized” trip before, but I have to say we loved this first tailor-made travel experience.
From the highlands of the Red Island
down to the west coast, by the Mozambique Channel.
Vast landscapes as far as the eye can see
Human encounters
Discovering ancestral artisanal know-how
Sunsets over the ochre mountains
Intense, precious moments with my friends
We loved the mountains, visits to artisans, and the parties too ;-)
We used local guides to show us specific spots (like Isalo National Park, where we were able to bivouac)
Hi there,
My friend and I are traveling together between October and November 2025—no exact dates yet.
We’d love to step away from the typical travel agency packages and are hoping to rent a car locally and stay with locals, living with them rather than in a vacation rental.
Does anyone know if this is possible?
Thanks in advance for your advice and tips!
Warm regards to all