I’m heading to Quebec and New Brunswick this summer and got a Revolut Classic card for the trip. I’ve already exchanged some Canadian dollars in the app so I’ll have a reserve ready for my departure day. My question is whether I’ll incur any additional fees when using my Canadian dollar account. I think I’m limited to 200 € in ATM withdrawals for my part. Thanks!
Codes de réduction pour location de voiture aux États-Unis
by Adumas4
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Sinon comme le dit Jean-Pierre, appelez l'agence pour voir si vous pouvez avoir ce véhicule.
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Je voulais simplement dire que si le vehicule est pris en CALIFORNIE, on peut rajouter GRATUITEMENT les conducteurs supp au cours du voyage, au NEVADA par exemple.
A l'inverse, un conducteur supp rajouté dans une agence de CALIFORNIE sera payant si le vehicule a été loué ailleurs qu'en Californie (Ne riez pas, il y en a qui ont essayé).
Pour info, l'epoux/se compagne est agréé gratuitement comme cond supp chez AVIS, quel que soit l'Etat, Même chose chez HERTZ a condition d'avoir pris la carte GOLD.
A l'inverse, un conducteur supp rajouté dans une agence de CALIFORNIE sera payant si le vehicule a été loué ailleurs qu'en Californie (Ne riez pas, il y en a qui ont essayé).
Pour info, l'epoux/se compagne est agréé gratuitement comme cond supp chez AVIS, quel que soit l'Etat, Même chose chez HERTZ a condition d'avoir pris la carte GOLD.
Je veux bien te croire jpg13, mais moi on m'a dit clairement quels ne pouvaient pas le faire... Ou alors il faut appeler un autre numéro !
Ou tu es tombe sur les mauvaises personnes. Je les ai appelé pour vérifier si ma réservation était liée à mon compte gold et il m'ont répondu texto que c'était ok. Sinon il l'aurait fait, car j'appelais pour ça exclusivement.
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Je confirme
J'ai fait des simuls : Une location du 2/08 au 21/08 depart SF retour LAX
Jeep compass : pris à SFO 1085 $ pris à Fisherman 687 $ Mid size SUV : SFO 1218$, FW : 814
On revient toujours à la même conclusion: SFO est très cher. Il faut mieux louer dans une autre agence: de l'ordre de 300$ sur une réservation de 2 semaines.
J'ai fait des simuls : Une location du 2/08 au 21/08 depart SF retour LAX
Jeep compass : pris à SFO 1085 $ pris à Fisherman 687 $ Mid size SUV : SFO 1218$, FW : 814
On revient toujours à la même conclusion: SFO est très cher. Il faut mieux louer dans une autre agence: de l'ordre de 300$ sur une réservation de 2 semaines.
Bonjour
Je reviens vers toi pour de l'aide au niveau loc de voiture, mon mari a "enfin " lu le RB hier et il m'a posé plein de questions au niveau des assurances de la voiture de loc. Moi je lui ai dis t'inquiète tout est compris je l'ai lu dans les forum mais .... comme c'est lui qui parle anglais il faut vraiment qu'il soit convaincu que tout est ok pour refuser les ass complémentaires.
On a loué chez Hertz france un Suburban
- on a bien la LIS et la LDW sur mon contrat en francais j'ai pas ces sigles mais ça me semble ok
- faut il prévoir autre chose ? sommes nous couvert pour tout : accident, panne, rayure, pneu ... ? a-t-on une franchises?
PS nous avons un gold mastercard que nous avons utilisé pour la réservation (mais je voudrai payer avec ma carte revolut pour pas avoir de frais)
MErci encore de ton aide
PS nous avons un gold mastercard que nous avons utilisé pour la réservation (mais je voudrai payer avec ma carte revolut pour pas avoir de frais)
MErci encore de ton aide
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2018 Octobre Islande- Juillet Namibie - Avril Londres
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Bonjour Jean Pierre,
Petite question à toi qui a l'habitude des loueurs (J'avoue que je prends toujours le même...
J'ai regardé chez Avis Hertz et Alamo pour ma période de vacances.
Pour un SUV Chez Hertz avec le code 510000 je suis à 1200€ en gros Chez Alamo à 1050 € (Pas trouvé de code... et chez Avis à 875 € avec le code H811101
Je comptais donc me précipiter chez Avis mais je voulais savoir si ils ont une options style "Skip the counter" comme Alamo... Je ne trouve rien là dessus.
Aurais tu des infos là dessus ?
Petite question à toi qui a l'habitude des loueurs (J'avoue que je prends toujours le même...
J'ai regardé chez Avis Hertz et Alamo pour ma période de vacances.
Pour un SUV Chez Hertz avec le code 510000 je suis à 1200€ en gros Chez Alamo à 1050 € (Pas trouvé de code... et chez Avis à 875 € avec le code H811101
Je comptais donc me précipiter chez Avis mais je voulais savoir si ils ont une options style "Skip the counter" comme Alamo... Je ne trouve rien là dessus.
Aurais tu des infos là dessus ?
Bonjour
C'est vrai que ce n'est pas toujours evident de comprendre les garanties proposées en matiere de location de vehicule (comme ailleurs d'ailleurs)
Vs avez sur votre résa : en français ?? moi j'ai ma derniere resa en anglais. CDW/LDW : ca correspond à ce qui est ecrit : Suppression de franchise dommage et vol. On nse vs demande donc rien en cas d'accident et vol, ou dommages aux vehicules (A condition de respecter les exclusions du contrat : alccol notamment) LIS : c'est ce qui est ecrit : Supplement assurance responsabilté civile; Pour le reste tout est inclus : pneus toit bas de caisse etc assistance etc
Vs avez sur votre résa : en français ?? moi j'ai ma derniere resa en anglais. CDW/LDW : ca correspond à ce qui est ecrit : Suppression de franchise dommage et vol. On nse vs demande donc rien en cas d'accident et vol, ou dommages aux vehicules (A condition de respecter les exclusions du contrat : alccol notamment) LIS : c'est ce qui est ecrit : Supplement assurance responsabilté civile; Pour le reste tout est inclus : pneus toit bas de caisse etc assistance etc
Salut
Chez AVIS comme HERTZ, il n'y a pas le systeme Skip the counter comme chez ALAMO.
A la place, ils ont leur systeme de carte PREFERED chez AVIS, GOLD chez HERTZ, qui permet de ne pas passer au comptoir sans avoir quelque chose à faire à chaque location.
On reçoit un SMS à la sortie de l'avion indiquant le N° de parking du vehicule et on skip le comptoir à chaque fois. (On peut aussi changer de vehicule si le vehicule affecté ne plait pas). Il y a juste à presenter son permis à la barriere de sortie.
MAIS, cet avantage n'est pas possible la premiere fois qu'on utilise la carte Prefered ou GOLD. Il faut tout de même passer au comptoir. En contrepartie c'est un comptoir dedié où on attend beaucoup moins, et le contrat est déjà pre-rempli. Faut juste presenter sa carte pour validation.
Si tu loue chez AVIS, inscrit toi au systeme PEFERED, et fait ta résa apres.
On reçoit un SMS à la sortie de l'avion indiquant le N° de parking du vehicule et on skip le comptoir à chaque fois. (On peut aussi changer de vehicule si le vehicule affecté ne plait pas). Il y a juste à presenter son permis à la barriere de sortie.
MAIS, cet avantage n'est pas possible la premiere fois qu'on utilise la carte Prefered ou GOLD. Il faut tout de même passer au comptoir. En contrepartie c'est un comptoir dedié où on attend beaucoup moins, et le contrat est déjà pre-rempli. Faut juste presenter sa carte pour validation.
Si tu loue chez AVIS, inscrit toi au systeme PEFERED, et fait ta résa apres.
Top ! merci ! Je viens à l'instant de m'inscrire au programme Prefered...
Je trouve le prix très intéressant car c'est 875 euros pour 4 semaines en SUV, y compris les frais de drop off LA - Phoenix.
Je ne pense pas que je trouverais mieux. 😉
Bonjour
Je suis désolé encore une question :
- quand on prend la voiture faut il être trés attentif pour l'état des lieux, y en a t il un d'ailleurs?
- si on a un soucis panne accident j'imagine qu'ils nous donnent un numéro pour les joindre ?
- Comment savoir si notre voiture a une roue de secours (suburban) ? si on crève, on change, on appelle ?
Je crois que ça fait 3 questions ....
Je crois que ça fait 3 questions ....
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Bonjour
Pas d'etat des lieux... Vs arrivez à la voiture et vs la prenez.
Si vs avez quelque chose qui ne vs plait pas, vs pouvez demander à la changer. Chez HERTZ, il y a toujours un agent qui traine sur le parc pour vs aider.
En cas de panne ou accident, vs avez bien sur un N° a appeler. Je crois qu'il est inscrit sur le porte clef. Sinon, il y a des papiers dans la boite à gant.
Sinon, vs pouvez tjrs relever sur le site WEB hertz les differentes coordonnées à appeler.
Il y a une roue de secours sur les SUBURBAN.
Si vs crevez tout depend de l'endroit ou vs etes : Dans un ville, vs pouvez appeler le N° d'assistance.
Si vs etes dans un coin perdu, le plus simple est de changer la roue, d'aller au plus proche garage, de faire reparer. Soit le garagiste appelle HERTZ pour la prise en charge, (le plus commode) soit vs payez et HERTZ vs rembourse sur presentation de la facture.
Le SUBURBAN a un roue de secours.
Tien au fait, vs pouvez regarder comment fonctionne l'engin.. https://my.gm.ca/content/dam/gmownercenter/gmna/GMCC/dynamic/2017/chevrolet/Tahoe/fr/17tahoe_23476164_CA_fr_CA_web.pdf
Le pire est le systeme de radio GPS etc...
Tien au fait, vs pouvez regarder comment fonctionne l'engin.. https://my.gm.ca/content/dam/gmownercenter/gmna/GMCC/dynamic/2017/chevrolet/Tahoe/fr/17tahoe_23476164_CA_fr_CA_web.pdf
Le pire est le systeme de radio GPS etc...
Si vs crevez tout depend de l'endroit ou vs etes : Dans un ville, vs pouvez appeler le N° d'assistance.
Si vs etes dans un coin perdu, le plus simple est de changer la roue, d'aller au plus proche garage, de faire reparer. Soit le garagiste appelle HERTZ pour la prise en charge, (le plus commode) soit vs payez et HERTZ vs rembourse sur presentation de la facture.
Ca fait parti de l'option assistance premium à $8.99/jour ?
Ca fait parti de l'option assistance premium à $8.99/jour ?
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Bonjour
C'est un forfait en $, qui vs sera debité en $ au moment de la prise du vehicule.
Les prix indiqués sur le site .fr sont la conversion de ce forfait, donné à titre indicatif.
Chez HERTZ, le prix est donné en € si c'est un paiement immediat, à HERTZ france donc, et en $ si c'est un paiement au comptoir, à HERTZ.USA donc. C'est d'ailleurs le plus logique et le plus legal.
Chez AVIS, le prix est toujours donné pour un paiement immediat à la resa. L'option paiement sur place est moins favorisée. Il n'y a donc pas d'indication en $ par souci de simplicité
C'est aussi le systeme qu'on trouve pour les hotels chez Booking par exemple.
Les prix indiqués sur le site .fr sont la conversion de ce forfait, donné à titre indicatif.
Chez HERTZ, le prix est donné en € si c'est un paiement immediat, à HERTZ france donc, et en $ si c'est un paiement au comptoir, à HERTZ.USA donc. C'est d'ailleurs le plus logique et le plus legal.
Chez AVIS, le prix est toujours donné pour un paiement immediat à la resa. L'option paiement sur place est moins favorisée. Il n'y a donc pas d'indication en $ par souci de simplicité
C'est aussi le systeme qu'on trouve pour les hotels chez Booking par exemple.
A diviser par le taux interbancaire en vigueur plus les frais. Selon Jean Pierre le montant annoncé est une conversion au taux du moment de la réservation. A moins qu'il recalculer en dollar selon le montant donné en euro ce qui serait un peu border line.
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Pour avoir le prix du forfait en $
Regarde le cours au jour de la resa et fait la vonversion en €
Tu devrais tomber sur un montant a peu prés logique, en dizaine de $
Apres tu seras gagnante si le $ a baissé, comme cela c est produit depuis debut mai Sinon si le $ monte tu y perdras
Apres tu seras gagnante si le $ a baissé, comme cela c est produit depuis debut mai Sinon si le $ monte tu y perdras
oui je comprend
je suis déjà passée par avis mais en prépaiement aussi
chez Hertz le montant en dollar est précisé sur le contrat là pas du tout je n'ai que la somme en euros.
Je verrai peut être si le tarif n'a pas augmenté à faire en prépaiement en septembre. Est ce que c'est plus rapide du coup à la prise du véhicule (en ville) ou cela ne change rien?
Si par contre d'autres personnes savent pour avis avec paiement au comptoir?
Je verrai peut être si le tarif n'a pas augmenté à faire en prépaiement en septembre. Est ce que c'est plus rapide du coup à la prise du véhicule (en ville) ou cela ne change rien?
Si par contre d'autres personnes savent pour avis avec paiement au comptoir?
nathalie
Hello JP,
J'ai réservé chez Hertz. Je serai prélevé au retour du véhicule ? Si oui, puis je changer la carte avec laquelle je pourrai régler ou faut il le faire de suite avant la location ?
Au final avec toutes les assurances incluses, est ce valable de payer une Gold Mastercard afin de bénéficier des assurances incluses ?
J'ai réservé chez Hertz. Je serai prélevé au retour du véhicule ? Si oui, puis je changer la carte avec laquelle je pourrai régler ou faut il le faire de suite avant la location ?
Au final avec toutes les assurances incluses, est ce valable de payer une Gold Mastercard afin de bénéficier des assurances incluses ?
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Merci. Je viens de relire les garanties / assurances / assistance de la carte et effectivement ils interviennent uniquement dans le cadre des franchises vols / accidents etc. ce qui semble effectivement couvert par les assurances incluses chez Hertz.
Donc au final, je vais modifier ma CB pour utiliser le compte en $.
Donc au final, je vais modifier ma CB pour utiliser le compte en $.
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Je viens de fouiller un forum et j'ai trouvé un coupon remise Hertz #PC, même plusieurs, que je me suis empressé d'essayer en modifiant ma réservation. Le code devait expirer en 2014 mais fonctionne encore.
#PC 192021
(originally set to expire 1/31/14) - PC 192021 - Free Day For Hertz Gold Plus Rewards member, enjoy your First Day Free of 5 or more days at participating airport or off airport locations in the U.S., Canada. Full size and larger Corporate locations in USA and Canada - sourced Hertz Japan
Au final j'ai eu seulement 29.9$ de moins sur la réservation même si la résa. affiche 50.09$ de remise 🤪
Pour ceux qui entreraient dans le cadre de cette remise, à vos claviers.
#PC 192021
(originally set to expire 1/31/14) - PC 192021 - Free Day For Hertz Gold Plus Rewards member, enjoy your First Day Free of 5 or more days at participating airport or off airport locations in the U.S., Canada. Full size and larger Corporate locations in USA and Canada - sourced Hertz Japan
Au final j'ai eu seulement 29.9$ de moins sur la réservation même si la résa. affiche 50.09$ de remise 🤪
Pour ceux qui entreraient dans le cadre de cette remise, à vos claviers.
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Un compte sans frais avec Mastercard de débit (comme en France). Taux de change au taux interbancaire en vigueur. Pas de frais de change jusqu'à 6000€, frais de 2% au dela de 200$ retirés aux ATM donc toujours mieux que ceux que les banques proposent.
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Avec le coupon, 32$ de moins sur la resa.🙂
Ouep normalement une journée de location offerte, encore un heureux cool 😄
Ouep normalement une journée de location offerte, encore un heureux cool 😄
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Ça correspond à quoi un code #PC ?
Ça correspond à quoi un code #PC ?
Un coupon de réduction promotionnel, c'est encore différent des codes remises. Ça s'incrémente à la remise du CDP.
Un coupon de réduction promotionnel, c'est encore différent des codes remises. Ça s'incrémente à la remise du CDP.
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Bonsoir
On passe au comptoir que l'on paie à la resa ou a la location.
Ce n'est que lorsqu'on a la carte GOLD chez HERTZ et la carte PREFERRED chez AVIS qu'on est dispensé du comptoir. (Mais pas la premiere fois u'on utilise la carte GOLD ou PREFERED : il faut s'agreer au systeme)
MAIS, les 2 cartes sont interessantes à prendre car elles donnent acces à des comptoirs specifiques, avec moins d'attente, et le contrat etant déjà completement renseigné (adresse, N° permis) il n'y a pas de perte de temps à le remplir.
MAIS, les 2 cartes sont interessantes à prendre car elles donnent acces à des comptoirs specifiques, avec moins d'attente, et le contrat etant déjà completement renseigné (adresse, N° permis) il n'y a pas de perte de temps à le remplir.
Bonjour
J'ai essaye ce code PC: il me donne 50 $ canadien de reduction sur ma location de 3 semaines à MONTREAL en Aout/septembre.
Le fait qyu'il soit en theorie valable jusqu'en fin 2014 et fonctionne encore ne m'etonne pas du tout. il y a tellement de code CDP et RQ chez HERTZ que c'est ingerable.
Juste pour info sur les tarifs , pour reprendre mon exemple de location d'un minivan 22 jours en aout/septembre à MONTREAL, j'etais en avril mai à 2800Can$. J'ai fait ma resa à 1410 can$ debut juin avec le code CDP 510000, beaucoup moins cher que les autres. AUJOURD'HUI, je suis à 1283 Can$ avec le CDP 510000, et a peu pres aux mêmes montants avec les autres codes. MAIS, je n'ai plus les conducteurs supplementaires gratuits, que j'ai avec ma resa de juin...Soit une "perte" de 189 Can£.
Compliqué tout cà. Je retourne prendre une aspirine.
Le fait qyu'il soit en theorie valable jusqu'en fin 2014 et fonctionne encore ne m'etonne pas du tout. il y a tellement de code CDP et RQ chez HERTZ que c'est ingerable.
Juste pour info sur les tarifs , pour reprendre mon exemple de location d'un minivan 22 jours en aout/septembre à MONTREAL, j'etais en avril mai à 2800Can$. J'ai fait ma resa à 1410 can$ debut juin avec le code CDP 510000, beaucoup moins cher que les autres. AUJOURD'HUI, je suis à 1283 Can$ avec le CDP 510000, et a peu pres aux mêmes montants avec les autres codes. MAIS, je n'ai plus les conducteurs supplementaires gratuits, que j'ai avec ma resa de juin...Soit une "perte" de 189 Can£.
Compliqué tout cà. Je retourne prendre une aspirine.
En ville, tu vas passer au comptoir, mais ton contrat et ton vehicule seront déjà tout prets à t'attendre.
Et en theorie, il y a un bout de comptoir affecté aux clients prefered, et tu peux passer devant tous les autres clients lambda pour faire les formalités.
Je dis bien en théorie car ca fait un peu goujat de passer devant tout le monde
Je dis bien en théorie car ca fait un peu goujat de passer devant tout le monde
Content qu'il ai pu te servir. C'est ma petite contribution pour tout tes bons conseils JP.
Je me doute qu'avec tous les codes qui sont générés et qu'on trouve sur le net, dans les pub, les AAA etc. ça doit être une vrai usine à gaz !
J'ai essayé de changé ma carte de paiement (Gold Mastercard de crédit) pas une Mastercard de débit et le système Hertz ne l'accepte pas pour la réservation. Apparemment seul les cartes de crédit valide une réservation.
Penses-tu que je pourrai payer en fin de location avec ? Dois je leur demander à mon premier passage comptoir ?
Je me doute qu'avec tous les codes qui sont générés et qu'on trouve sur le net, dans les pub, les AAA etc. ça doit être une vrai usine à gaz !
J'ai essayé de changé ma carte de paiement (Gold Mastercard de crédit) pas une Mastercard de débit et le système Hertz ne l'accepte pas pour la réservation. Apparemment seul les cartes de crédit valide une réservation.
Penses-tu que je pourrai payer en fin de location avec ? Dois je leur demander à mon premier passage comptoir ?
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Chez hertz à miami downtown il y avait un comptoir dédié et effectivement on est passé avant tout le monde mais pas devant tout le monde ..
après vu que la carte est gratuite c'est aussi aux gens de la prendre ..ou pas .
Je ne trouve pas cela goujat puisque cela existe
ps: c'est donc que à l’aéroport qu'on peut éviter le comptoir.?
ps: c'est donc que à l’aéroport qu'on peut éviter le comptoir.?
nathalie
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Hi everyone.
I’m heading to Quebec and New Brunswick this summer and got a Revolut Classic card for the trip. I’ve already exchanged some Canadian dollars in the app so I’ll have a reserve ready for my departure day. My question is whether I’ll incur any additional fees when using my Canadian dollar account. I think I’m limited to 200 € in ATM withdrawals for my part. Thanks!
I’m heading to Quebec and New Brunswick this summer and got a Revolut Classic card for the trip. I’ve already exchanged some Canadian dollars in the app so I’ll have a reserve ready for my departure day. My question is whether I’ll incur any additional fees when using my Canadian dollar account. I think I’m limited to 200 € in ATM withdrawals for my part. Thanks!
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We’re a young couple planning to travel to South Africa after spending about three weeks in Namibia. We’ll arrive in Cape Town around mid-December, with no fixed travel duration (though our budget will eventually set a limit).
After browsing through the forum, we’ve realized the country is packed with incredible spots, which makes choosing an itinerary tough. We’re looking for stunning landscapes, hikes, and so on. So, we’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
When we arrive in Cape Town, we’d like to settle in and take it easy until New Year’s, exploring at a relaxed pace. We know this period coincides with South African holidays—does that make finding accommodations (availability/prices) more difficult? Do you think it’s possible to stay in a nice place for about 15 days without aiming for the most upscale neighborhoods? Maybe somewhere a bit outside Cape Town, like Fish Hoek, and just visit the city occasionally.
After that, we’ll have plenty of time (about 2 to 2.5 months) to explore the country. We’d like to take our time. In your opinion, is it better to focus on the Cape Town region, or is it reasonable to consider more distant areas like the Drakensberg or Blyde River Canyon? Can everything be done by car if we take our time, or are domestic flights sometimes more practical?
Budget-wise, how much do car rentals cost? For accommodations, we usually look at Airbnb—are they affordable in South Africa? What’s the average nightly rate outside the biggest cities? Are there other platforms you’d recommend for saving on lodging?
Finally, regarding safety, are there any regions to avoid besides Johannesburg?
We know this is a lot of questions, but we’re still in the early planning stages!
Thanks in advance for your advice!
Hi there,
After exploring southern Peru in 2024 with your help, we’d love to head north next. There’ll be 5 or 6 of us:
1. Arrive in Lima in the evening.
2. Visit Lima and take a flight at 6:35 PM to Tarapoto.
3, 4, 5. Spend a few days there to trek in a reserve (Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve) or somewhere else.
6. From Tarapoto to Chachapoyas—either by overnight bus, daytime bus, or private car.
7. In Chachapoyas: Gocta Waterfall, Sonche Canyon, and walk back to town.
8. Head to Kuelap citadel, Revash, and arrive in Leymebamba.
9. Leymebamba museum, then route to Cajamarca.
10. Cajamarca hot springs, overnight bus to Trujillo or Chiclayo—or do both.
11, 12, 13. Visit and explore the area.
14. Overnight bus back to Lima.
15. Lima.
16. Depart at 8 PM for France.
What do you think of this itinerary? Looking forward to your advice.
Thanks
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks: • What clothes are absolutely essential? • Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light? • Which accessories have been the most useful for you? • Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks: • What clothes are absolutely essential? • Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light? • Which accessories have been the most useful for you? • Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
Hi there, we’re heading to the Cyclades from June 23 to July 9. We’ll arrive in Santorini and leave from Mykonos. We’re thinking of visiting these islands: Folegandros, Milos, Sifnos, Tinos, and Mykonos. Do you think it’s better to book the ferries now (which site do you recommend for booking?) or can we buy the tickets on the spot? Also, do you have any suggestions for accommodation under 100 €/night on each of these islands? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone!
I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Hi,
Are there still basic, traditional, and affordable authentic accommodations in Poland? I’ll be traveling in July with my husband and our 2 kids along the Warsaw-Łódź-Toruń-Gdańsk route, and all I can find online are standardized Ikea-style apartments in the cities. When I look for agrotourism, it’s all luxury farms.
Can you find farms in the countryside or city lodgings for under 60 euros per night? And if so, how?
Is it possible to find accommodations on the spot without internet—like from people who put up signs—even in July?
Thanks for your reply
Thanks for your reply
Bonjour à tous
Je vais passer une semaine à Paris, et je cherche a me loger pour le minimum d'euros :) Merci pour votre aide
Tigrou
Je vais passer une semaine à Paris, et je cherche a me loger pour le minimum d'euros :) Merci pour votre aide
Tigrou
Bonjour,
je doit me rendre 2 nuit par semaines à Paris ou Creteil, pendant 1 mois, je connait des backpackers pas cher, mais j aimerai encore moin cher, connaissait vous des chambre a louer au particulier ?
merci
Hi everyone,
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
Hi there, we’re planning a road trip in northern Algeria at the end of January – early February.
Anyone have any tips for a car rental agency that’s both reliable and not too expensive? Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
Thanks for your help! Best regards,
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
Thanks for your help! Best regards,
I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing.
My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite.
What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th?
Thanks in advance
Is there a bus between Djema el Fna square and Guéliz? Where do you catch it?
Change: at Djema el Fna square or go to Bld Mohamed V?
Thanks!
Hi there,
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Thanks so much! !
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Thanks so much! !
Hi there,
Could you recommend some nice and affordable neighborhoods to book a hotel in for visiting Nice and exploring its surroundings and nearby villages?
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
Thanks in advance for your help!
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
Thanks in advance for your help!
hi there
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
Thanks for your input!
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
Thanks for your input!
Hi everyone,
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle
Hey everyone!
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for 2 adults and 2 kids to Tanzania and Zanzibar. I’ve had a quick look, and the prices are starting to get pretty wild.
We’ve got a budget of 8,000 €, and I was thinking of doing three or four days of safari and three or four days in Zanzibar, but even that seems like it might be over budget. Have you got any thoughts? I was also considering heading straight to Zanzibar and doing a one- or two-day excursion by plane instead—maybe that’d be cheaper than staying in a lodge.
Anyway, thanks for sharing your experiences and any price tips, departing from Nice!
Good evening,
As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November.
Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle.
So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable.
The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide.
Thanks in advance for all your replies.
Jacques
We’ll be in Srinagar for 4 days in mid-May 2026 during our backpacking trip as a couple. Do you have any nice places to recommend, and what about the houseboats on Dal Lake? Should we spend all our nights there, or just one night for practicality when getting around?
Thanks,
Rozenn
Hi there,
This is my first time traveling to Italy, and I’m planning to go by car.
From what I’ve read, parking is tough in cities like Florence.
I’m looking for a small town not too far from Florence where I can stay and park my car, then take the train to visit Florence.
Any ideas or suggestions?
Thanks in advance
Hi there, it’s been a long time since I last went to London. I’d love to spend a week there in July with my daughter and my niece (both young adults).
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Thanks,
Marsyork
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Thanks,
Marsyork
Hi everyone!
I’m heading to Morocco for a trip in the south, starting with 3 days in Marrakech (from January 8th to 11th, 2026).
If you’ve got any tips, cool spots to recommend, I’m all ears! 🎊
And, fellow traveler, if you’d like to share this Marrakech adventure together, I’d love that!
Have a great evening
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Peru and have estimated how many days I’ll spend in each place.
Any advice on must-see sights and tourist traps to avoid?
September–October
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)
3 days in Nazca
3 days in Arequipa
3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)
5 days in Cusco
Thanks in advance
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)
3 days in Nazca
3 days in Arequipa
3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)
5 days in Cusco
Thanks in advance
I'd love some destination suggestions for a road trip from Nice to Livorno by car, including the routes, tolls to cross, distance, and estimated travel time. We're planning a 5-day trip, with 2 nights near Nice, 1 night along the way, and finally 2 nights in Livorno. There are 4 of us in a rental car, and we'd like to stay in either an apartment, a mobile home near the sea, or a campsite. Our budget isn't too extravagant!!!! We want to visit the Promenade des Anglais, and I've heard Menton is really interesting. Once we reach Livorno, we'll take the ferry to Corsica for 12 days with the same rental car. We're planning to leave the last week of May and the first two weeks of June 2026, so around 17-18 days total.
Thanks
Hello everyone,
We’re planning our next trip for this winter and need some advice to put it together. We’d love to avoid renting a car for the whole time. We visited southern Morocco back in 2011—our first trip as retirees! We loved the country so much, and now we’re heading back. Still focusing on the south, mainly for the weather. The plan is to travel down the coast from Essaouira to the Tighmert oasis at a relaxed pace. First question: is this doable without too much hassle using local transport? The idea of driving for the entire 6-week trip doesn’t really appeal to us. After that, we’d head to Ouarzazate, Skoura, the Todgha Gorge, Tinejdad, Erfoud, and then Marrakesh. I’d also like to visit the Fès region, which we can reach by train from Marrakesh. It’s a bit all over the place, and I’m realizing that as I write!
Thanks in advance for your valuable input! We haven’t booked flights yet or even decided on a starting point. The trip is planned from mid-January to the end of February. We know the end of the trip will fall during Ramadan.
Hi there,
Could anyone tell me how to connect Central America (starting from which country and with which airline) to Martinique in the most budget-friendly way, please?
Flight duration and number of stopovers don’t matter.
Thanks!
Claire
Could anyone tell me how to connect Central America (starting from which country and with which airline) to Martinique in the most budget-friendly way, please?
Flight duration and number of stopovers don’t matter.
Thanks!
Claire
