Mons (off course), Tournai, Naaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamur, Dinant ... Mais un petit tour chez nos amis neerlandophones serait cool aussi (Belgique = petit pays) : Brugge, Gand
Et au milieu (enfin presque) la capitale : Bruxelles ..
Bref, si tu souhaites la compagnies de guides purement locaux ...No soucy 😏😉
merci pour tes conseils, en effet je vais visiter sans aucun doute Mons, ensuite j'aimerais bien aussi Namur et Dinant!
Pour le guide: très volentier! En effet, je savais que tu avais une grande connaissance de mon pays, j'ai vu que tu as également visité ma région: l'Emilia-Romagna... c'est fantastique! As-tu visité Modena?
simba, c'est encore moi... une question de langue française: est-ce qu'on prononce le -s final pour le nom de ta ville "mons" ou bien on suit la règle générale?
Va pour un troc ...Je t'emmène dans les ruelles Montoises et te ferais goûter les délicieuses moules de la barrière de Spiennes (tout le coin se déplace pour s'en enfiler une casserole) ...Et quand j'irais à Modène ... 😉
donc il faut prononcer le -s ... MERCI... en fait, je ne l'aurais jamais prononcé... "je voudrais aller à mon"😛 garçon, des tortellinis pour simba s'il vous plait!!! 😉
Exact ...Tu fais un voeux ou exprimes un souhait (heu! pour le désir ça c'est autre chose! 😛) ...comme à Rome.
Alors tout dépend à quelle période tu viens ? Ni froid, ni chaud (sauf qd ça tape, ca manque d'air!) mais surtout il pleut! (j'voudrais pas te décourager! 😏)
je ne sais pas si tu as vu mes messages précédents mais je serais à Valenciennes pour faire un stage à partir de lundi prochain et donc j'en profiterai les week-ends pour visiter la région (ex. Lille...) mais aussi la Wallonie qui m'intrigue!
Mons serait mon premier choix, donc un touriste italien va venir d'ici quelques semaines à Mons :-)
oops... désolé pour le "désir", je viens d'apprendre donc qu'il faut dire "souhait"...
Lundi prochain 😮🙂 Mais mon poto ...on va t'emmener au Doudou montois le vendredi 20.05 au soir ...On est déjà 5! Et hop ...Et rik et rak on va squetter l'barak! 😛
Le Doudou étant la fête populaire à Mons ...Du pur régal (si cela t'intéresse ...on se contacte en pv!)
n'oublie pas, LIEGE, la capitale de l'ancienne principaute, ses eglises, musees, mais surtout ses habitants...ils ne ratent aucune occasion pour faire la fete!
(bcp d'italiens, surtout siciliens...)
les liegeois celebrent le 14 juillet....et fort peu le 21 juillet!!!
Conosco benissimo Modena, ci son rimasto parecchi giorni in vacanze...
Moi aussi, je te conseille de visiter Liège, La Cité Ardente, si tu aimes l'architecture et les monuments anciens... Liège est bourré d'églises superbes de tous les styles (Saint-Jacques notamment, pour son spectaculaire intérieur gothique flamboyant..., un palais des princes-évêques grandiose, et une ambiance animée jour et nuit... on fait la fête à la moindre occasion... la citta la piu latina del nord dell' Europa...
c'est le plus complet à ma connaissance, tous les monuments sont décrits, il est très bien illustré, on peut même entendre le carillon de la cathédrale et d'autres curiosités...
A bientôt, si tu veux je te donnerai mon numéro de gsm, tu pourras m'appeler et je te ferai visiter la ville...
Essaye de faire un petit detour par les ruines de Villers-La-Vile, +- 60 km de Mons, je sais que nul n'est prophete en son pays, mais c'est suremement la huitieme merveille du monde, et après une bonne trapiste au 1830.
Si tu viens en Belgique pour faire la fête (mais ça dépend aussi combien de temps tu vas rester dans le Nord...), il te faut faire le Doudou à Mons le weekend prochain, et Liège, tu dois y aller le 15 Août, en République Libre d'Outremeuse, aller saluer Tchantché et Nanesse et "sketter des pintes". Beaucoup plus tôt dans l'année, tu as les carnavals de Binche le mardi gras et celui de Tournai le weekend du Laitaré (3 semaines après celui de Binche). Commencer ce dernier par la "Nuit des intrigues" le vendredi soir, et puis passer la nuit qui suit à faire la fête dans Tournai, au pied du Beffroi, sur la grand place ou le long de l'Escaut, sur les quais.
Et quand t'auras fait tout ça, tu repasses par toutes ces villes à un moment plus calme, et tu apprécies alors les trésors qu'elles renferment. Bien sûr, il en reste plein d'autres qui valent la peine d'une visite, mais bon, je vais pas réécrire un guide ici, hein... 😛
Mais pour commencer, viens au Doudou, tu le regretteras pas.
est-ce que quelqu'un pourrait me conseiller des incontournables en Wallonie???? Merci bien!!!! 😎
Stavius 20 ans premier voyage je cherche des billet pas cher ej susi québécois de montréal direction wallonie belgique lièges herstal si possible mais si il faut je partirai d'ailleur alentoru de la belgique si il faut mon but m'y rendre peut imprte le moyen. mdr
Ben la belgique est un petit pays!!! Donc tu trouveras toujours un Vfiste ici ou là! pour t'aiguiller un peu! A ton service pour la région Montoise!!! Mais il y en a d'autres! 🙂
Ben la belgique est un petit pays!!! Donc tu trouveras toujours un Vfiste ici ou là! pour t'aiguiller un peu! A ton service pour la région Montoise!!! Mais il y en a d'autres! 🙂
certes certes ouais mais bon j'ai pas de problème a voyager... mais le billet me cause problème me faudrait trouvé quelque chose de pas cher et assez vite.
Une partie de ma première réponse a été tronquée, je ne sais pas pourquoi il s'agit d'un site internet très complet et très bien illustré sur Liège, pour ton info Gianluca...
Buongiorno gianluca. Tu m'as déjà donné de bons tuyaux pour visiter Ri*ome et Florence et je t'en remercie. Pourrais tu me donner le site internet pour réserver à l'avance mon entrée à la galerie des offices à Florence. Merci d'avance. ciao, ciao.michèle.
bof je ne sais pas pour vous mais ce forum n'est pas d'une grande aide j'ai trouver un site 10 millions de fois mieux merci quand meme pour votre semblant d'aide.
Je pense qu on ne peux rien trouver d exceptionnel comme billet d avion si on s y prend en retard ou qu on a besoin de partir tres vite...
Le droit a la critique est un fait mais alors si tu trouves mieux ailleurs, faits le partager, ca serait cool😉
Je ne pense vraiment pas que se forum soit si mauvais que ca, regarde autour de toi, ya plein de bons plans. J en ai donne, ils se sont verifier et reciproque pour moi et les philippines, le derniers exemple puisque vieux d une semaine...merci les amis pour les infos sur banaue, sagada, bontoc...
Le semblant d aide...😠... snif, on fait du mieux possible mais la reciproque n est pas au rendez vous... (le site, le site😊)
voila tout, je voulais juste dire ca, maintenant tout le monde est libre et heureusement de communiquer, de critiquer, et c est comme ca aussi qu on avance.
Merci a vous... et VIVE VF qui est un super site!!!🙂🙂😎
Quelqu'un peut m'indiquer ce qui est vraiment incontournable en Wallonie? Je n'ai malheureusement qu'une journée à consacrer alors je prendrais toute suggestion d'itinéraire en voiture avec les arrêts les plus intéressants. Merci!
Et puis si vous avez des suggestions pour une journée au
Luxembourg, ce serait bien apprécié aussi.
une idée: as tu pensé à venir visiter le bois du cazier à marcinelle près de charleroi, plein d'italien on travaillé là bas et il y a eu une grande cadastrophe en 56 et maintenant le charbonage a fermé, ça vaud vraiment la peine d'être vu...d'ailleurs il y a toujours plein d'italiens, et les explication dans le musée du cazier sont en italien
en règle generale, il y a enormément d'italien à charleroi, en terminal dans ma classe sur 25 eléves, 7 avaient au moins un parents italien. En plus grace à vous on a de super resto italien.
c'est vrai que charleroi a mauvaise reputation, on raconte que c'est chicago numéro 2, mais c'est pas vrai, c'est sur il y a plus de misère qu'ailleurs mais tu risque rien si tu y passe et puis le charbonnage est en dehors de la ville en plus, à charleroi, il y a un aeroport qui s'appelle bruxelles sud et il y a pas mal de volsqi relient cet aeroport à l'italie et qui sont moins chers que ceux qui partent ou qui sont à destination de bruxelles national, et de toute façon bruxelles est à moins d'une heure de charleroi en train et encore moins en voiture
La tite quebecoise que je suis sera a Liege l'an prochain pour un beau 10 mois... On aura peut-etre le plaisir de se croiser aud etour d'une bonne choppe!!! ;-)
We’re traveling next summer with our three kids, ages 9 to 15. We’ll arrive in Cork by ferry with our car. We’d like to stay several nights at each stop to settle in, take our time, and stay flexible depending on the weather!
What do you think of this 18-day itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival around 9:30 AM, drive to Kinsale to visit the village and Charles Fort, then accommodation
- Day 2: Blarney Castle + Cork, then accommodation
- Day 3: Travel to Kenmare (stopping at Gougane Barra?)
- Day 4: Glengariff and surrounding area
- Day 5: Healy Pass + southern Beara
- Day 6: Gap of Dunloe + Kenmare and Reenagross Park
- Day 7: Dursey Island
- Day 8: Killarney National Park
- Day 9: Travel to Clare (stopping at Bunratty)
- Day 10: Kilkee + Loop Head
- Day 11: The Burren
- Day 12: Aran Islands
- Day 13: Travel day to Connemara (stopping at Roundstone and Dog’s Bay or via Galway?)
- Day 14: Clifden + Sky Road + beach
- Day 15: Diamond Hill
- Day 16: Kylemore Abbey + Killary Fjord
- Day 17: Drive back to Cork (stopping at Cahir)
- Day 18: Departure
Hi there, after reading a well-known travel guide, it seems like there’s a lot to see and do in Valletta (I’m only talking about Valletta itself). That’s why I’m thinking of spending 2 days there. I don’t want to rush and would like to get a complete overview. However, I’ve noticed that some travelers only spend one day there. For those who know the city well, what do you think? (I’ve also planned the Three Cities for another day, by the way).
Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
Our accommodation for 5 days will be near a "Carrefour by Deliveroo Hop." There doesn’t seem to be anything else nearby (it’s a very residential area).
I can’t figure out if it’s delivery-only or if you can also do your grocery shopping there. Does anyone know this type of store and could help me out, please?
Thanks in advance!
PS: I called, but I don’t speak Italian and the store doesn’t speak English—so they hung up on me.
Hi,
I’ve found my upcoming trip for February, and now I’m looking for a one-week getaway in April—somewhere not too far with generally nice weather. Any tips?
Best,😉
Hi everyone, we’re a group of 11 people (including 3 kids under 4) who’d like to do a wine tasting tour starting from Florence (we haven’t rented a car) in Chianti.
We’re looking for an organized tour that leaves from Florence and lets the adults do some wine tasting (and olive oil tasting if possible).
For those who’ve done this tour, do you have any suggestions for tour names that organize these kinds of events? What should we look out for before booking these tours?
Hi, who’s familiar with the Algarve?
Lagos—should I go for a rental or a hotel? How do I get from the airport to the seaside, and how do I get around the city? What’s there to see and do?
Thanks for your ideas and tips!
Hello, VoyageForum friends, and happy holidays!
I’m planning a trip with my 19-year-old grandson to Milan for Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in 2025.
I’d love your insights on what we can visit in Milan that would interest both my grandson and me (I’m 75). Of course, I’m thinking of the must-sees, but not just those—cozy little restaurants, trendy neighborhoods, and anything else you’d recommend. I’m also looking for a comfortable hotel in the city center that isn’t too expensive!
I’m sure the VoyageForum community will help me uncover some hidden gems! Looking forward to your replies.
Summer 2027 is going to be Norwegian for us!
We’re heading to the Lofoten Islands first, then Senja, near Tromsø, and finally the North Cape.
We’ll likely start from northern Finland (flight tickets and car rentals are more affordable there).
I’d like to book accommodations early to have more options.
Good value-for-money places go fast in these pricey Nordic destinations...
But where should we book?
We’re planning to stay around ten nights in the Lofoten Islands.
What’s the best approach?
One place in the central part and explore from there?
One place in the south and another in the center?
Or one in the south, one in the center, and one in the north (3-4-3 nights)?
Hi there, my husband and I are planning a trip to Iceland in mid-October 2026.
Would you have any advice on the best places to visit for a first trip to this destination? Thanks
Hi, I'm heading to Italy soon and I wanted to know if Italian banks charge fees when you withdraw cash at an ATM, or if, like in Spain or Greece, it's better to avoid taking out money and bring cash instead. Looking forward to your replies... Thanks
We’re planning a short trip at the end of July to explore the legendary mountains and valleys of the Bernese Oberland: round trip from Nancy (Swiss highway vignette planned), 2 nights in a room with a small kitchen in Adelboden, then 2 nights in a hotel at the Gletscherblick in Grindelwald, both with half-board included.
Could you share some tips on the best road routes to take, as well as some walking hikes (we’re not as fit as we used to be, so nothing longer than 2-3 hours)? Maybe also 1 or 2 cable car rides—I was thinking of Oeschinensee Lake above Kandersteg and the First gondola above Grindelwald for better panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau... all while keeping it doable with our schedule. We’ve ruled out the "premium" trip up to the Jungfraujoch for this time.
I’m also guessing that paying to access Wengen or Mürren only makes sense if we’re staying there for a few days, right?
- Is the road through the narrow valley of the White Lütschine toward Lauterbrunnen and beyond still worth it in terms of views and scenery?
On the way back, if we have a little time to explore Bern’s historic old town, what’s the best parking plan for a 1- or 2-hour stop?
Thanks in advance for your advice, fellow travelers familiar with this beautiful region! 😉
Hi,
I’ll be in Barcelona at the end of October.
I can choose to be there over the weekend or during the week. Probably 4 nights.
Is there a big difference in terms of crowds in the city and in the museums?
Little or no difference would simplify my itinerary on the way.
Hi there,
I’ll be in Rome from April 1st to 13th, 2026—it’s coming up fast!
I’ve been searching online for tickets to visit the Borghese Gallery, but either there’s no availability or the tickets offered are ridiculously expensive.
Could someone guide me to a website where I can book 2 skip-the-line tickets (I’ve heard you have to reserve in advance online)?
Hi everyone,
I rented a car through Klaus Wagen, picking it up in downtown Porto and returning it in downtown Lisbon.
After paying, I read some pretty negative reviews about them.
So, can anyone reassure me with positive experiences they’ve had with them?
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I’m heading to Setúbal at the end of June with my granddaughter, and I can’t seem to find clear info on the best way to get from Lisbon Airport to Setúbal. It looks like there’s a train or bus, but I can’t find the exact names of the bus (or train) companies or the precise departure points. Thanks if anyone can help me out! 😉 Just to clarify, I’m on a tight budget and have already ruled out taxis or similar options.
Hello,
We’re heading to Puglia at the end of May. We’re a senior couple. We arrive in Bari, where we’ve booked accommodation for 2 nights. We’ve rented a car.
Day 1: Bari
Day 2: Polignano a Mare – Monopoli
Day 3: Ostuni – Brindisi
Day 4: Lecce
Day 5 & 6: Exploring the coast from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca
Day 7 & 8: Gallipoli area
Day 9 & 10: Matera
We’re considering renting a place near Lecce for 5 days and using it as a base to explore the region.
Hi there,
I visited the Faroe Islands in late March 2026 for about ten days. I was invited by a friend who lives near Tórshavn, so I don’t have any info on tourist accommodations or car rentals. Still, I’d like to share a few thoughts about my trip:
- Before leaving, I consulted travel guides and blogs. I was surprised by how repetitive and unoriginal the featured sites were. This leads hurried travelers to follow the same overcrowded routes, which can annoy locals. I found that all Faroese villages were interesting—they reflect the country’s identity, even without the iconic grass-roofed houses. Those are indeed harmonious and beautiful, but they feel like an exotic cliché. For activities, I loved the lively ports that keep the country running.
- I was annoyed by the paid trails in tourist spots. Locals explained that these paths cross private land, and owners are responsible for maintenance and safety. There are plenty of free trails, too—signs at the start detail their features. While not alarmist, the extreme and unpredictable weather is a key factor to consider before setting out.
- The wind’s strength really impressed me. The architecture, with doors and windows opening outward to prevent gusts from blowing roofs off, speaks to the harsh climate. Some days, relentless rain and squalls made going outside unappealing. I realized that in this country, it’s best to plan for flexible indoor days.
- Distances are relatively short. I was happy to be based near Tórshavn because it was easy to explore one or more places in a day. The roads are in great condition. In late March, diesel was 2 €. Tunnel tolls can add up (~26 € per crossing), making a fixed base less practical than I’d thought.
- Everyone agrees: the landscapes are breathtaking. Nature feels untamed here—except for the short grass, thanks to all the woolly sheep.
- The flight from Paris to the Faroe Islands (and back) was long in March—11 hours with three legs: Paris-Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Copenhagen, Copenhagen-Vágar. In bad weather, Vágar Airport can close, causing delays. During tourist season, Atlantic Airways offers a direct Paris-Faroe Islands flight, which is more comfortable and cheaper.
- I found a book recommendation in a guide that fascinated me after my trip: *Les collectionneurs d'images* by Joanes Nielsen. Through its sometimes caricatured characters, it offers a glimpse into Faroese mentalities from the 1950s to 1970s—attitudes that likely persist today.
In conclusion, I’ve traveled a lot and I’m tired of destinations that all start to look the same. The Faroe Islands were a delight—a country stunning in its landscape, climate, and culture, where tourism has barely altered its authenticity.
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for October to visit Naples (6 nights) and the Amalfi Coast (5 nights). We’ve already got the historic center and the Lapis Museum in Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Procida, Sorrento, and Ravello on our list. Any suggestions, addresses, or tips?
Thanks for your help.
Hello,
We’re heading to Rome from 21/09, arriving in the early afternoon, and returning on 28/09, leaving in the morning. We’ve already booked our flight tickets and our accommodation in the city center: Via Ezio.
I’d love to get your feedback on our itinerary and if there are any visits we should book right now:
Monday 21 afternoon:
Largo di Torre Argentina: a sacred spot for cats.
Tuesday 22:
The Vatican: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in the morning. Afternoon: St. Peter’s Basilica, the dome, and if possible, the necropolis.
Wednesday 23:
Morning: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afternoon: Trastevere neighborhood and the Monumento a Garibaldi.
Thursday 24:
Piazza Navona, Church of St. Louis of the French, the Pantheon, Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Trevi Fountain.
Friday 25:
Villa Borghese, Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Quirinale, Piazza della Repubblica, and Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Saturday 26:
Aventine and Testaccio neighborhoods, the Capuchin Crypt.
Sunday 27:
Ostia.
Monday 28:
Departure.
Are any days too packed, or should we add more visits?
Thanks for your input and help!
Cheers!
Anne
Hi there,
I’m looking for some great tips for a stay in Palma de Mallorca this summer.
I need cheap flights departing from Toulouse and affordable accommodation for 4 people.
What do you recommend?
Best regards,
I’d love to get your thoughts on the following itinerary (late May). I like to take my time in ruins and museums, and beaches don’t interest me. I’ll be staying in hostels and using public transport. Do you see any major omissions or things that aren’t worth it?
Thanks!
Day 1: Arrival in CATANIA
Day 2: Catania – visit (fish market, cathedral, Biscarri Palace, etc.)
Day 3: Mount Etna (day trip)
Day 4: Morning trip to TAORMINA, visit the town
Day 5: Alcantara Gorge (day trip) + more time in Taormina
Day 6: Trip to SYRACUSE, visit Ortigia
Day 7: Ortigia
Day 8: NOTO (day trip) (or another Baroque town?)
Day 9: Syracuse Archaeological Park + more time in Ortigia (or leave for Enna?)
Day 10: Transport via Enna? TO BE RESOLVED (long, 2 or 3 changes, limited accommodation in Enna...)
Day 11: AGRIGENTO: town and Scala dei Turchi (optional)
Day 12: Valley of the Temples + archaeological museum
Day 13: Departure for TRAPANI (4h), afternoon: town (+ salt flats?)
Day 14: Segesta (day trip) + town/Erice
Day 15: Monte Cofano Nature Reserve (hike + summit) (day trip)
Day 16: Zingaro Nature Park (coastal route out, ridge route back) (day trip)
Day 17: Departure for the AEGADIAN ISLANDS: Levanzo and Favignana (bike), overnight if possible
Day 18: Egadi Islands
Day 19: Departure for PALERMO + first visits
Day 20: The city
Day 21: The city (Monreale?)
Day 22: Options:
- Capo Gallo hike (3.5h round trip) (via Mondello)
- Cefalù (45 min by train)
Day 23: Return flight
Hello,
We’re heading to Bavaria from May 13 to 23, with a side trip to Austria.
Here’s our itinerary:
Day 1: Brussels-Munich
Day 2: Munich
Day 3: Munich and departure for Salzburg
We’ll be staying three nights in Salzburg.
Then we’ll head to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where we’ll stay for five nights.
Visiting Munich and Salzburg isn’t too tricky.
Once in Garmisch, we’re planning a day in Innsbruck, a day for Neuschwanstein Castle, and the rest is still up in the air.
What’s really got me stumped is that we’d love to see Königssee Lake—everyone says it’s a must-see.
We’d also like to visit the Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), where the landscapes are supposedly stunning.
This would either be a round trip while we’re in Salzburg or on the way between Salzburg and Garmisch, but I’m guessing it’s impossible to do the drive from Salzburg to Garmisch, the Eagle’s Nest, *and* Königssee Lake all in one day.
Plus, the Alpine route between Salzburg and Garmisch seems prettier than the highway.
But honestly, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with the planning.
We should’ve added a stop between Salzburg and Garmisch, but the hotels are already booked.
Thanks for any advice on the itinerary and visits!
Another question: How far in advance should we book Neuschwanstein, Königssee, and the Eagle’s Nest in May?
Thanks so much in advance for your tips and ideas!