Nous partons à deux au Sofitel de Taba à partir de samedi.
Au vu des derniers évènements dans la région du Sinaï, nous ne sommes pas du tout rassurés, bien que nous ayons prévu de rester a l’hôtel durant tout le séjour.
Qu'en pensez vous ? Faut-il annuler ces vacances ? Est ce que nous dramatisons inutilement ?
Bonjour, je dois partir en septembre à Taba. Si vous décidez de partir, au retour pouvez vous me donner des nouvelles de la situation.
Merci
séjours : croisières : fantasia mediteranée 2009 splendida mediteranée 2010
ile maurice séjour 2010 croisière perle des antilles mars 2011, Madagascar septembre 2011, msc lirica émirat arabe mars2012, ibiza septembre 2012, avril 2013, msc Divina au départ de Venise, 2013, le quebec et new-york.
bonjour mrsoul moi aussi j ai réservé a taba depart en novemvre 2012 je ne sais pas quoi penser de la sécurité labas pourriez vous m en dire plus merci d avance lollette
Nous avons passé une semaine au Sofitel Taba mi-août, et meme si ce qui se disait dans les médias n'etait pas pour nous rassurer avant le départ, nous n'y avons absolument plus pensé une fois la bas. Superbe hotel, personnel accueillant, bref, je vous recommande de maintenir votre séjour si vous avez deja réservé.
Par contre, je ne sais pas en ce qui concerne les excursions, mais personnellement j'éviterais Petra et Jerusalem.
merci pour votre reponse je vais au club marmara taba en nov je pensais faire l excursion a petra mais bon on verra bien la chaise longue et la page me suffiront merci de votre reponse lollette😉
Nous avons passé une semaine au Sofitel Taba mi-août, et meme si ce qui se disait dans les médias n'etait pas pour nous rassurer avant le départ, nous n'y avons absolument plus pensé une fois la bas.
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personnellement j'éviterais Petra et Jerusalem.
je me permet d'intervenir car énervée de lire ce type de commentaire écrit sans raison justifiée et inquiétant les futurs voyageurs sans aucune raison fondée !
Petra se situe en Jordanie , pays où tout est plus que calme ; et l'industrie du tourisme travaille tant bien que mal pour recevoir correctement ses visiteurs.
Jerusalem se situe en Israel, pays hautement sécurisé et surveillé par ses propres ressortissants pour éviter tout trouble ou problème s&écuritaire qui ferait non seulement fuir le tourisme, mais également tocuherait a la sécurtié interne du pays ..
SEUL le sinai à ce jour connait quelques troubles internes, principalement localisés dans le nord de la région, zone nord du sinai qui de toute facon est fermée et interdite aux étrangers sauf dérogation sur demandes, ONG et autres officiels ... et donc encore plus interdite aux touristes !
s'il fallait éviter une zone en étant en vacances dans le sinai, ce serait donc plutot l'intérieur des terres du sinai lui meme : les canyons, sainte catherine .... où il y a eu dernièrement des évènements mettant en cause la sécurtié des touristes étrangers (kidnapping) !
ces kidnapping se sont d'ailleurs pour le moment arrétés car la police et l'armée egyptienne ont été appelés en renfort sur la zone (avec accord des nations unies apres les graves evenements de la frontiere au nord à coté de Gaza faisant des morts parmis les egyptiens eux memes ) pour calmer les mouvements des beduins et arreter les mouvements activistes et autres extrémistes qui avaient un peu trop pris le nord sinai comme terrain e jeux et /ou d'entrainement ...
il n'y a donc AUCUNE raison valable pour écrire une telle recommandation sur les voyages à petra et à jerusalem ... plutot que du contraire puisque hors sinai !
et que de toute facon la seule petite partie du sinai encore accessible et développée au nivau structures touristiques se situe à l'autre extreme de cette immense péninsule.
Je n'ai vraiment pas la force ni le temps de faire un réponse aussi longue que la tienne.
Tout d'abord, c'est toujours agréable de lire un message agressif dès le début, ça m'a beaucoup plu.
J'ai demandé des conseils sur la sécurité de la région avant de partir: personne ne m'a répondu.
On m'a par contre demandé de donner mon avis après mon séjour, et c'est ce que j'ai fait.
Mon avis sur les excursions proposées à Petra et Jérusalem (avec départ depuis Taba) reflète ce que j'ai entendu via des personnes que j'ai rencontré sur place, car nous étions intéressés par ces excursions et souhaitions en faire une.
Donc si je comprends bien, j'aurai mieux fait de ne pas donner mon avis, de la même manière que l'on a pas répondu à ma question avant mon départ ?
mr soul votre message ma été tres utile moi non plus je n aime pas ces message qui commence par de l agressivité comme si une personne connaissait tout en vous remerciant lollette
Ah bon ? Et pourquoi ? Vous pouvez nous expliquer ?
PAs la peine de tenter de les convaincre ... je me suis faite jeter moi meme !!
de plus l' avis éclairé recu sur place "si bien informé, même si totalement injustifié " semble mieux les convaincre que nous qui vivons au quotidien et de l'intérieur la vie et les problèmes actuels du pays !
"Mon avis sur les excursions proposées à Petra et Jérusalem (avec départ depuis Taba) reflète ce que j'ai entendu via des personnes que j'ai rencontré sur place, car nous étions intéressés par ces excursions et souhaitions en faire une."
pas la peine même de teter d'expliquer ; le ton que j'ai pris ne plaisait pas !
Il est amusant de savoir qu'il y aurait des problèmes de sécurité sur Petra et sur Jerusalem. 😎😎
Je ne connais pas Petra mais j'imagine que tout est calme et pour Jérusalem, hormis les barbus de Mea Shearim qui manifestent contre l'ouverture gratuite du parking de Mamilla tous les samedis, je vois pas grand-chose de dangereux.
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hi there, I’m heading to Tunisia 🙂 from April 27 to May 8 with my family. I’ve read through the various discussions about the country, but I’m still a bit unsure🤪: for currency exchange, I saw on the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs website that withdrawing currency with a bank card from ATMs is limited to 200 TND per week. There are four of us traveling by car, so that might be a bit tight! And it’s a hassle to carry a lot of cash, even if I’m not being paranoid! What do you all recommend?
Cheers,
Laurent.
I was wondering if it’s possible to join a group as a solo traveler with local agencies in Djanet for circuits like Tadrart, Essendilene, Sefar, or Tassili?
If you have any agencies to recommend, I’d love to hear about them.
I didn’t find any info on the forum.
Best,
We're planning a 2-week trip in late February/early March for a road trip in the High Atlas with a rental car, and we'd love to avoid booking our accommodations in advance. Is that doable, easily manageable, or risky (are accommodations available, expensive, or not great)? Thanks for your tips!
Annie
Hi,
This autumn, we’re planning to explore the Oriental region and we’re wondering where the best place to land would be. We’ll have three weeks ahead of us and we’ll be renting a car.
Any tips would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Is there an official website or list of certified Egyptologist guides in Egypt? And most importantly, what are the normal prices for a full day or half day? There’s so much scamming and crazy pricing—depending on who you contact, it can range from simple to quadruple!!!!
Thanks
Hi everyone,
We're leaving in early October 2026 and planning to travel from the Aït Bougmez Valley ("Happy Valley") to Skoura/Ouarzazate via Demnate and the R307/N23 route.
Has anyone taken this road recently? Is it passable with a regular car (non-4x4), or is a 4x4 absolutely necessary? Are there any ongoing construction projects or degraded sections to be aware of?
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Hello,
In September, my wife and I, along with another couple, will be traveling to Tunisia and staying at the Sheherasade Hotel near Sousse.
We’d love to hear your recommendations or tips on places to visit, as well as advice on taxis or other transportation options.
Thanks in advance!
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities.
Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Hello,
I’m looking for testimonials from Pieds-Noirs who have recently returned to Algeria.
There can’t be many left after 65 years of the country’s independence.
I’m planning to go back myself soon to reconnect with my roots... before I pass away...
I’ve started making a few pre-bookings for hotels and apartments to rent in Algiers. At first, I received friendly and welcoming responses. Then, when I mentioned I wanted to stay for two or three weeks—maybe even a month—explaining that my trip wouldn’t be strictly touristy but more of a pilgrimage to the places of my childhood, and that it would likely be a very emotional journey, I expected a positive and warm reaction to my approach. Instead, I suddenly stopped getting replies from the three or four people I’d contacted. So now I’m wondering about the reception former Pieds-Noirs can expect...
Anyone here who can share their experience of returning? I specified “recently” because it seems that right now, diplomatic relations between the two governments are extremely tense, not to say hostile... even if Macron claims otherwise...
Hello,
I’m traveling to Algeria from October 27 to November 16, 2026.
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been through the process about the accommodation attestation required for the visa application:
- Does it need to cover the entire duration of the trip?
- Is this document mandatory for a hotel to rent a room?
- Is it checked during inspections?
- Is a hotel booking (e.g., via Booking.com) sufficient for the visa?
- If so, does it need to be paid in advance?
I plan to visit several cities and do one or more treks with a guide or agency.
If you have any contacts you’d recommend, I’d be grateful!
Also, I’d love to share this trip with a companion who’s already done some traveling.
We’d organize the journey together, of course.
Thanks for your feedback!
Safe travels to all,
Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
I’m leaving for Tunisia in five weeks for a full 15-day trip. I’ll be arriving in Monastir and departing from there as well.
I’d like to do a route that’s a bit different from my first stay, which was more focused on cities and culture (Tunis, Sousse, Kairouan, El Jem).
I’ll be getting around by public transport.
I’d like to head south toward Tozeur, and I saw that you can take a *louage* from Monastir to Sbeitla (2h30). I imagine it’s not too complicated to get to Tozeur from there afterward? The issue is the return trip to Monastir and safety in Sbeitla.
If this route seems too complicated, I might opt for Djerba instead, which looks simpler.
I’m heading to Morocco in September 2026, and part of my trip takes me through Merzouga. I’m looking for a 4x4 driver-guide to explore the area with my partner and me.
Even though I come to Morocco four times a year, it’s been a long time since I’ve made the trip by car. I need to refresh my knowledge! I’ll be traveling in early October. I have a car that’s about 20 years old. The plan is to cross via Algeciras/Ceuta.
A few questions:
1) Does this crossing still exist? If so, do I need to buy the ticket in advance or on the spot? From whom? Any advice is welcome!
2) What documents are required for the car?
3) If anyone is making the trip around the same time, it could be fun to drive together 😊
Hi there,
I’m looking for some friendly recommendations for places to stay in Marrakech for 3 nights in June 2026.
In the meantime, have a great day, everyone! Thanks so much in advance.
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier.
Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel...
Day 3: Stop in Tetouan
Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains
Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!)
Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis
Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad)
After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF).
Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
Tickets for entry to Majorelle Garden are only issued online via an official site
(though there are fraudulent sites out there). On the official site, they ask for legitimate info
(name, nationality, etc.). What made me go "hmm" was the request for both an email address
AND a password (with confirmation). Is this normal?
Thanks for your replies.
Hi there, a group of girlfriends and I are heading to Tunisia. We’d love to know how much cash we should bring for 6 days, considering everything’s already paid for at the hotel. Thanks for your tips!
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary:
From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure)
Arrival and departure: Essaouira
Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest
Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities
Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering?
Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac
Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel
Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac
Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep
Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac
Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac
Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest
Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay
Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac
Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight)
Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
A lot of people find it important to stick to their budget when traveling—not to skimp, but to visit as many places as possible since traveling is their hobby.
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
Hi everyone! 😊
We’re traveling as a family to Marrakech from April 19 to 24, and there’ll be 15 of us (all ages), staying in the Targa neighborhood (El Idrissi Street).
I’d love your advice on a few things! 🙏
🚗 Vehicle rental
We’re thinking of renting 3 cars. We’ve seen really low prices online, but often without insurance.
👉 Do you have any reliable contacts or personal experiences to share?
👉 Would you recommend getting specific “tourist” insurance?
🏛️ Visits – Bahia Palace & Saadian Tombs
We’d like to visit the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, but:
We can’t find single tickets online
We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide?
👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.)
🍽️ Restaurants / meals
We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal.
👉 Any thoughts?
👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.)
For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal
Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊
🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood
We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street).
👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍
Thanks so much for your help! 💖
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is...
My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music.
Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians?
We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley.
If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Mid-May: arriving alone (so, a "petit taxi"?) at Marrakech airport around 4:30 PM,
is it advisable to take a taxi at the airport (cost?) or is it wiser to book one through the hotel before departure (which would cost me 20 €)?
I think I’ve seen lower fares elsewhere (12 €?).
Destination: Riad Sijane near Djemaa El Fna square. Thanks!
