Three years after exploring northern Argentina and Chile, my two travel buddies and I want to discover the southern part of these two countries. We’re traveling on a budget, backpacker-style, favoring public transport and modest accommodations, but we don’t hesitate to splurge a little when it’s worth it. The classic spots that have been fueling our dreams: Bariloche, the lakes, Chiloé, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Fitz Roy, Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, and wrapping up in Valparaíso. We’ll take a round-trip flight to Santiago, then I’m thinking of a one-way flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas. From there, we’ll explore and do several day hikes in the south, including Ushuaia and, if possible, Tierra del Fuego. Then we’ll head back north by bus to Bariloche and the lakes, followed by Chiloé, then a bus to Santiago and Valparaíso. Based on your experience, could you help me figure out the best way to structure this trip and maybe suggest some ideas? Thanks in advance. Didier
Codes de réduction pour location de voiture aux États-Unis
by Adumas4
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bizarre. Donnez moi toutes les infos et prix en MP si vous voulez
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Par contre, si tu peux avoir une réservation avec paiement au comptoir pour le même prix, je te conseille de modifier ta réservation car ce type de réservation est annulable et modifiable gratuitement. Si tu trouves moins cher, tu modifies.
Ce n'est qu'un conseil et non une obligation.
Par contre, si tu peux avoir une réservation avec paiement au comptoir pour le même prix, je te conseille de modifier ta réservation car ce type de réservation est annulable et modifiable gratuitement. Si tu trouves moins cher, tu modifies.
Ce n'est qu'un conseil et non une obligation.
Ça peut paraître absurde mais je préfère budgéter et ne rien avoir à régler sur place. Sinon ma résa est également annulable et modifiable.
Ça peut paraître absurde mais je préfère budgéter et ne rien avoir à régler sur place. Sinon ma résa est également annulable et modifiable.
Bonjour.
VChez HERTZ, vs pouvez modifier 2 fois SANS FRAIS une resa en pre-paid.
Vs pouvez TOUT modifier sauf le nom du locataire et l'agence de depart . Tout le reste peut etre odifié, et on peut notamment changer ou rajouter un code CDP ou un coupon PC.
Il faut aller sur le site HERTZ. Dans l'onglet Tarifs et reservation, cliquez dans " voir modfier annuler une resa existate. Rentrez votre numero de resa . Une nouvelle page s'affiche reprenant tous les elements de la resa initiale; Cliquez sur mofiez, et le formulaire de resa s'affiche. Modifiez le code CDP et/ou inserez le coupon PC. Si le tarif vs convient, vs validez toutes les pages qui arrivent.
Il faut aller sur le site HERTZ. Dans l'onglet Tarifs et reservation, cliquez dans " voir modfier annuler une resa existate. Rentrez votre numero de resa . Une nouvelle page s'affiche reprenant tous les elements de la resa initiale; Cliquez sur mofiez, et le formulaire de resa s'affiche. Modifiez le code CDP et/ou inserez le coupon PC. Si le tarif vs convient, vs validez toutes les pages qui arrivent.
Bonjour.
VChez HERTZ, vs pouvez modifier 2 fois SANS FRAIS une resa en pre-paid.
Vs pouvez TOUT modifier sauf le nom du locataire et l'agence de depart . Tout le reste peut etre odifié, et on peut notamment changer ou rajouter un code CDP ou un coupon PC.
Il faut aller sur le site HERTZ. Dans l'onglet Tarifs et reservation, cliquez dans " voir modfier annuler une resa existate. Rentrez votre numero de resa . Une nouvelle page s'affiche reprenant tous les elements de la resa initiale; Cliquez sur mofiez, et le formulaire de resa s'affiche. Modifiez le code CDP et/ou inserez le coupon PC. Si le tarif vs convient, vs validez toutes les pages qui arrivent.
Ah ben Jean-Pierre, pour une réponse complète c’est une réponse complète ! N’ayant pas de PC sous la main à l’instant, je vais suivre tes préconisations dès que possible afin de voir si les résultats sont différents de ceux que donne l’appli.
Il faut aller sur le site HERTZ. Dans l'onglet Tarifs et reservation, cliquez dans " voir modfier annuler une resa existate. Rentrez votre numero de resa . Une nouvelle page s'affiche reprenant tous les elements de la resa initiale; Cliquez sur mofiez, et le formulaire de resa s'affiche. Modifiez le code CDP et/ou inserez le coupon PC. Si le tarif vs convient, vs validez toutes les pages qui arrivent.
Ah ben Jean-Pierre, pour une réponse complète c’est une réponse complète ! N’ayant pas de PC sous la main à l’instant, je vais suivre tes préconisations dès que possible afin de voir si les résultats sont différents de ceux que donne l’appli.
Je n'ai pas la baraka avec les codes cette année. 8000 dollars pour 23 jours de loc chez Hertz,
Qui dit mieux?
C'est six fois moins chez le concurrent à l'enseigne rouge. Je vais essayer d'autres dates, ou peut-être en rester là...


Salut
On est encore trop tot pour avoir des prix serieux chez HERTZ a Bozeman (comme d ailleurs dans beaucoup de lieux moins importants que les grandes villes ou aeroports)
Les previsions de dispo des véhicules ne doit pas encore etre rentrés et le système de yield management aidant on est dans le n importe quoi
Je me disais... Qu'un ou deux jours avant de partir, ils aient tout loué et aient la flemme de faire venir de nouvelles voitures, je pourrais à la rigueur le comprendre. Mais neuf mois à l'avance, ça ne paraît pas très commercial.
Ceci dit, leur super système de yield management acheté à prix d'or et qui "randomise" les tarifs leur a déjà fait perdre un client.
😉
J'ai réservé en octobre pour septembre 2018 un AWD 7 places chez Hertz à 673$ pour 20j en aller et retour depuis LAS. Aujourd'hui il est entre 1600 et 7800 $ selon les jours. Prix du n'importe quoi comme dirait JP.
Attendre entre noël et nouvel an quand personne ne s'intéressera aux locations de voitures.
Attendre entre noël et nouvel an quand personne ne s'intéressera aux locations de voitures.
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Il faut bien que le système de yield s'échauffe en début de saison. En n'acceptant pas cette offre, j'ai contribué sans le savoir à faire baisser le prix car leur intelligence artificielle a dû détecter qu'elle ne répondait pas tout à fait à mes attentes. Demain, elle sera peut-être à $7000 seulement, occasion à saisir!
Lol 😎
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Les parcs doivent diminuer avec les retours de vehicules chez les constructeurs . Il faut attendre les previsions d'arrivées des nouveaux.
C'est n'importe quoi un systeme de Yield management non temperé.
Mais on en profite parfois. Je viens de reserver une CAMARO pour 3 jours à CHICAGO : 99$... Elle etait à 180 3 jours plus tot
Mais on en profite parfois. Je viens de reserver une CAMARO pour 3 jours à CHICAGO : 99$... Elle etait à 180 3 jours plus tot
Faut tjs être à l'affût.
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Entre le Yield (completement à "l'ouest" mais rarement en notre faveur) et les bugs logiciels qui arrivent parfois ... possibilité de tomber sur un bon coup en étant à l'affut comme dit précédement
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Les frais de drop off sont vraiment très différents d'un loueur à l'autre !
Sans réduc j'ai quasiment 500€ de différence pour 21 jours en "catégorie Focus" de Seattle à Denver du 02 au 22 juin prochain entre Hertz et Avis.
Avec codes réduc ça donne 1030€ chez Hertz, 754€ chez Avis ( frais de drop off inclus)
Ça fait quand même une sacrée différence pour le même service !
Salut Jean Pierre, je commence à chercher une location pour 20 jours en septembre; Phœnix - Phœnix. Aujourd’hui j’ai une proposition pour une Ford escape chez Avis, avec code J046300, à 588€. Chez Hertz, Jeep compass Q4, à 625€, pour la même période. Qu’en penses-tu ? Faut il attendre. L’année dernière, chez Avis, j’ avais réservé une Ford escape, et avais eu une Ford Edge.
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https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=7615942;#7615942
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6756775;#6756775
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=8150032;#8150032
Bonjour, je viens d'avoir la plate forme Avis, qui m'indique que le conjoint (époux) n'est pas gratuit en conducteur additionnel, en Arizona. Coût:11€ par jour. L'année dernière, en Utah, j'ai eu la gratuité, et je croyais que chez Avis, c'était le cas aux États Unis. Des expériences de votre côté? Merci
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https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=7615942;#7615942
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https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=8150032;#8150032
Bon, tout à l'heure c'était le Tchat, et c'était payant. Maintenant je viens d'appeler la plate forme téléphonique, et on me confirme que le conjoint est bien gratuit chez Avis, aux Etats Unis. J'ai donc souhaité de bonnes fêtes au gars qui m'a répondu.
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https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=7615942;#7615942
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6756775;#6756775
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=8150032;#8150032
Bon j'ai pas pu m'empêcher de réserver au cas ou le budget suivrait. Donc j'ai deux résas pour sept., on verra d'ici le départ.
@JP: la hauteur de caisse est OK pour les pistes ?

@JP: la hauteur de caisse est OK pour les pistes ?

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Merci.
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Salut à tous.
Les prix actuellement chez hertz sont juste super élevé. Je recherche une catégorie T6, du 14/07/18 au 04/08/18 , au départ et retour de SLC.
J'ai trouvé un prix correct sur le site Italien de hertz avec le code 211762 ( les mêmes prix que sur Hertz.fr il y a 15 jours, j'aurais dû réserver 😣 ).
J'ai lu, quand réservant sur un site étranger, on pouvais ratacher la réservation à notre compte gold ??
Quand je rentre mes identifiant sur le site italien, il me redirige sur le site. Fr.
Merci pour vos renseignements.
Je vous souhaite également à tous un joyeux Noël.
Les prix actuellement chez hertz sont juste super élevé. Je recherche une catégorie T6, du 14/07/18 au 04/08/18 , au départ et retour de SLC.
J'ai trouvé un prix correct sur le site Italien de hertz avec le code 211762 ( les mêmes prix que sur Hertz.fr il y a 15 jours, j'aurais dû réserver 😣 ).
J'ai lu, quand réservant sur un site étranger, on pouvais ratacher la réservation à notre compte gold ??
Quand je rentre mes identifiant sur le site italien, il me redirige sur le site. Fr.
Merci pour vos renseignements.
Je vous souhaite également à tous un joyeux Noël.
il faut vivre tes rêves et non rêver ta vie
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J'attire ton attention sur le fait éventuel d'utiliser des codes de réduction auxquels on ne peut pas prétendre (genre code Amex Platinium alors qu'on n'a pas la carte). Bien sûr tu auras le véhicule, mais en cas de pépin très grave, pas sûr que l'assurance du loueur te suivent s'ils découvrent la "supercherie".
J'attire ton attention sur le fait éventuel d'utiliser des codes de réduction auxquels on ne peut pas prétendre (genre code Amex Platinium alors qu'on n'a pas la carte). Bien sûr tu auras le véhicule, mais en cas de pépin très grave, pas sûr que l'assurance du loueur te suivent s'ils découvrent la "supercherie".
Hello, le CDP 510000 est un générique à -20% donné par JPG13, peu de différence avec le code Amex mais qui dit générique dit passe partout.
Ou essayer ce dernier qui donne aussi -20% 706900 CDP PARTNERS CLUB (il ne supprime pas la LIS)
Ou essayer ce dernier qui donne aussi -20% 706900 CDP PARTNERS CLUB (il ne supprime pas la LIS)
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Merci beaucoup pour vos retours, la méthode est super détaillée, c'est cool.
Effectivement Caussat, je ne suis pas trop rassuré pour utiliser des codes remises auquels normalement je ne peux pas prétendre mais en même temps, j'ai lu beaucoup de récit de personnes les ayant utilisés sans soucis. C'est vrai que ces personnes non pas eux de gros pépins et non pas également eux recours aux assurances, dû mon hésitation. Dès fois on a trop envi de payer le moins chère possible sans trop penser aux conséquences en cas de problèmes! ! 😕
Effectivement Caussat, je ne suis pas trop rassuré pour utiliser des codes remises auquels normalement je ne peux pas prétendre mais en même temps, j'ai lu beaucoup de récit de personnes les ayant utilisés sans soucis. C'est vrai que ces personnes non pas eux de gros pépins et non pas également eux recours aux assurances, dû mon hésitation. Dès fois on a trop envi de payer le moins chère possible sans trop penser aux conséquences en cas de problèmes! ! 😕
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Merci beaucoup Arnaud.
Ce qui me dérange avec le 510000, c'est que c'est obligatoirement des paiements au comptoir et dans ma gestion de budget, cela m'arrange de payer en avance. Je vais essayer 706900.
Merci encore.
Ce qui me dérange avec le 510000, c'est que c'est obligatoirement des paiements au comptoir et dans ma gestion de budget, cela m'arrange de payer en avance. Je vais essayer 706900.
Merci encore.
il faut vivre tes rêves et non rêver ta vie
J'ai même trouvé légèrement moins chère sur hertz.es ( on se prends vite au jeux ) avec le code 706900 donc plus assurant Arnaud et plus paiement en ligne.
L'intérêt aussi du paiement en ligne c'est qu'étant client gold, je reçois un message en sortant de l'avion m'indiquant où ce trouve le véhicule, je saute dedans et bye bye à moi les vacances sans attendre au comptoir. Bon en théorie car l'année dernière il a fallu que je retourne au comptoir car je ne voulais pas de leurs Ford expédition qui avait 70000 milles et qui était dans un sale état, je suis finalement parti au volant d'un Suburban quasi neuf mais ça a pris un peu de temps!
Je vous joins le descriptif des assurances qui me semble être l'équivalent!
Je vous joins le descriptif des assurances qui me semble être l'équivalent!
il faut vivre tes rêves et non rêver ta vie
Prepaid ou Pay at Location, tu as le même service Gold. Mais à savoir qu'avec le paiement au comptoir (pay at location) tu seras débité uniquement au retour du véhicule.
Parfois avec le RQ WOW au lieu de BEST, tu as accès au prepaid mais ce n'est pas systématique.
Je peux comprendre la gestion bancaire du prepaid et le doute sur le cours du billet vert. Le HIC c'est que le prepaid engendrera des frais en cas d'annulation ou multiple modifications.
Je pense que les prix peuvent encore baisser mais bon ce n'est que mon avis
Bonne fêtes
Parfois avec le RQ WOW au lieu de BEST, tu as accès au prepaid mais ce n'est pas systématique.
Je peux comprendre la gestion bancaire du prepaid et le doute sur le cours du billet vert. Le HIC c'est que le prepaid engendrera des frais en cas d'annulation ou multiple modifications.
Je pense que les prix peuvent encore baisser mais bon ce n'est que mon avis
Bonne fêtes
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Si on choisit le paiement comptoir en étant clients Gold, on est débité qu'à la fin ? Et surtout pas besoin de passer au comptoir en début de séjour?
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Bonjour
je suis d'accord avec toi .
Lors de mon dernier voyage aux us j avais réservé avec paiement au comptoir annulable sans frais
15 jours avant le départ suite aux grèves air France j'avais décalé mon voyage d'une journée.
J'ai tout annulé et réservé différemment là par contre en paiement comptant.(moins cher que la location de départ)
Alors pourquoi paiement comptant? D'une parce qu'effectivement pas de différence avec le change et pas de frais de change non plus. Et puis j'ai l'impression qu'ils essayent moins de te coller des assurances en plus : bon j'ai quand même du deux fois leur demander d'enlever l'assurance objets transportés mais on le voit plus facilement car il doit y avoir zero de marqué.
nathalie
Le système Gold ne change pas en PREPAID ou PAY AT LOCATION. Si tu as déjà loué chez Hertz avec ce système nul besoin de passer au comptoir (ce qui est obligatoire à la première loc pour bénéficier du statut Full Gold), tu recevras un mail avec le type, la couleur et l'emplacement de l'auto. Soit tu grimpes dedans et tu passes à la barrière où tout sera contrôler et traces ta route, soit tu utilises le Ultimate Gold Choice, c-à-d choix du véhicule dans la même catégorie sans surcoût si celui attribué ne te convient pas (si tout de même l'agence propose le Ultimate Gold Choice mais elle le font pratiquement toute).
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Avec la carte Gold, le contrat est pré-rempli et imprimé selon la réservation et les données rentrées sur internet.
Donc bien entendu il faut le relire, mais il sera conforme à ta demande initiale et comme tu passes pas au comptoir, on peut rien te faire signer en plus.
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Donc bien entendu il faut le relire, mais il sera conforme à ta demande initiale et comme tu passes pas au comptoir, on peut rien te faire signer en plus.
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Ce qui me dérange avec le 510000, c'est que c'est obligatoirement des paiements au comptoir
Celà dépend ! Pour l'avoir vécu, j'ai pu réserver en prépayé dans un cas et sur place dans l'autre !
Il faut aussi tester avec les code BEST ou WOW qui selon les cas donnent accès à des catégories et/ou à des choix de paiement différents.
Tout un sport !!!
Celà dépend ! Pour l'avoir vécu, j'ai pu réserver en prépayé dans un cas et sur place dans l'autre !
Il faut aussi tester avec les code BEST ou WOW qui selon les cas donnent accès à des catégories et/ou à des choix de paiement différents.
Tout un sport !!!
Les très petites agences c'est surement différents car ils n'ont pas les infrastructures nécessaire mais le contrat reste quand même pré-rempli en concordance avec la résa. internet.
Il faut vérifier la BALANCE ou ESTIMATED CHARGE qui doit être à ZERO ou au alentour de 40 à 60$ ce qui correspondrait à une "caution" pour refaire le plein si le véhicule est ramené sans (dans le cas ou tu as pas pris l'option réservoir vide ou je ne sais plus comment elle s'appelle).
Il faut vérifier la BALANCE ou ESTIMATED CHARGE qui doit être à ZERO ou au alentour de 40 à 60$ ce qui correspondrait à une "caution" pour refaire le plein si le véhicule est ramené sans (dans le cas ou tu as pas pris l'option réservoir vide ou je ne sais plus comment elle s'appelle).
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+ parfois une caution de plein donc entre 40 et 60$ environ (nous c'était 69$). Sinon c'est 0,00$ ce qui correspond à te demande sur internet.
Si tu rajoutes des assurances ou options au comptoir, cette somme grimpe.
Donc si balance > à 0,00 faut demander pourquoi et vérifier le contrat et surtout ne rien signer avant.
Si tu rajoutes des assurances ou options au comptoir, cette somme grimpe.
Donc si balance > à 0,00 faut demander pourquoi et vérifier le contrat et surtout ne rien signer avant.
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Merci à tous pour vos retours. J'ai déjà loué chez hertz donc pas besoin pour moi de passer au comptoir et c'est vraiment appréciable! Maintenant que je sais qu'avec le paiement au comptoir on est pas obligé de passer au comptoir, cela me don ne plus de liberté dans ma résa!
Effectivement c'est tout un sport mais on s'y prend vite au jeu et ça a un côté amusant et grâce au forum et au savoir de ceux qui y participent , on dispose d'énormément d'infos pour arriver à un truc sympa! !
Effectivement c'est tout un sport mais on s'y prend vite au jeu et ça a un côté amusant et grâce au forum et au savoir de ceux qui y participent , on dispose d'énormément d'infos pour arriver à un truc sympa! !
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Il faut quand même contrôler le contrat mais la location sera débité après la restitution du véhicule.
Autre astuce mise en oeuvre: payer avec une carte style Revolut ou N26.
1. Avoir une carte Revolut par ex. 2. Faire la résa avec sa carte bancaire normal (déjà enregistrée dans ton compte Hertz) 3. Charger sa carte Revolut du montant de la location 4. Au retour véhicule, passer au comptoir (celui du retour location est directement dans le garage) et demander à payer avec la carte Revolut. 5. La carte Revolut sera débitée et tu n'auras pas de frais bancaire et auras aussi le meilleur taux en vigueur soit le taux interbancaire
Au final tu économises encore quelques euros ...
Mais la carte Revolut s'utilise au quotidien pour faire ses courses, les boutiques, et payer tout les hôtels en paiement sur place (carte Revolut à donner pour le paiement et carte normale pour la caution, le deposit).
Autre astuce mise en oeuvre: payer avec une carte style Revolut ou N26.
1. Avoir une carte Revolut par ex. 2. Faire la résa avec sa carte bancaire normal (déjà enregistrée dans ton compte Hertz) 3. Charger sa carte Revolut du montant de la location 4. Au retour véhicule, passer au comptoir (celui du retour location est directement dans le garage) et demander à payer avec la carte Revolut. 5. La carte Revolut sera débitée et tu n'auras pas de frais bancaire et auras aussi le meilleur taux en vigueur soit le taux interbancaire
Au final tu économises encore quelques euros ...
Mais la carte Revolut s'utilise au quotidien pour faire ses courses, les boutiques, et payer tout les hôtels en paiement sur place (carte Revolut à donner pour le paiement et carte normale pour la caution, le deposit).
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J'ai fait pas mal de résa lorsqu'il était à 1.192 voire 1.20 une journée. C'est encore loin du change d'y a quelques années, mais ça fait quand même plaisir au porte feuille.
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Hi there,
Three years after exploring northern Argentina and Chile, my two travel buddies and I want to discover the southern part of these two countries. We’re traveling on a budget, backpacker-style, favoring public transport and modest accommodations, but we don’t hesitate to splurge a little when it’s worth it. The classic spots that have been fueling our dreams: Bariloche, the lakes, Chiloé, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Fitz Roy, Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, and wrapping up in Valparaíso. We’ll take a round-trip flight to Santiago, then I’m thinking of a one-way flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas. From there, we’ll explore and do several day hikes in the south, including Ushuaia and, if possible, Tierra del Fuego. Then we’ll head back north by bus to Bariloche and the lakes, followed by Chiloé, then a bus to Santiago and Valparaíso. Based on your experience, could you help me figure out the best way to structure this trip and maybe suggest some ideas? Thanks in advance. Didier
Three years after exploring northern Argentina and Chile, my two travel buddies and I want to discover the southern part of these two countries. We’re traveling on a budget, backpacker-style, favoring public transport and modest accommodations, but we don’t hesitate to splurge a little when it’s worth it. The classic spots that have been fueling our dreams: Bariloche, the lakes, Chiloé, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Fitz Roy, Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego, and wrapping up in Valparaíso. We’ll take a round-trip flight to Santiago, then I’m thinking of a one-way flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas. From there, we’ll explore and do several day hikes in the south, including Ushuaia and, if possible, Tierra del Fuego. Then we’ll head back north by bus to Bariloche and the lakes, followed by Chiloé, then a bus to Santiago and Valparaíso. Based on your experience, could you help me figure out the best way to structure this trip and maybe suggest some ideas? Thanks in advance. Didier
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!
I’ve got some new questions about Albania!
My boyfriend and I are going there for just 9 days, including the two travel days… It’s not much, but oh well!
Looking at prices online, I get the impression everything’s more expensive than I thought 😅 So, I wanted to get your feedback on a few things:
* Is hitchhiking common, easy, and generally safe in Albania? * Is it possible to find day-to-day accommodations without booking ahead? If so, are they usually cheaper than the ones you find online? * Is wild camping allowed or at least tolerated?
If any of you have traveled there recently, I’d love all the tips and great deals you’ve got!
Thanks ☺️
My boyfriend and I are going there for just 9 days, including the two travel days… It’s not much, but oh well!
Looking at prices online, I get the impression everything’s more expensive than I thought 😅 So, I wanted to get your feedback on a few things:
* Is hitchhiking common, easy, and generally safe in Albania? * Is it possible to find day-to-day accommodations without booking ahead? If so, are they usually cheaper than the ones you find online? * Is wild camping allowed or at least tolerated?
If any of you have traveled there recently, I’d love all the tips and great deals you’ve got!
Thanks ☺️
Hi,
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.

