Bonjour,
Je prévois de passer en couple en début octobre 8 à 10 jours en Sicile. Initialement je pensais mixer plages et visites culturelles donc aller de Palerme à Catane en débutant par la région de Trapani et la réserve de Zingaro pendant 2 jours puis 2 jours à Mazara del Vallo pour ensuite rejoindre l'est Raguse, Neto, Syracuse (+/- Taormine) et finir à Catane. Mais si j'ai bien compris ce n'est pas une période géniale pour l'ouest car beaucoup d'hotels sont fermés et les températures ne permettront pas de beaucoup profiter de la plage. On m'a donc conseillé pour un premier voyage à cette période de privilégier l'est. Donc je pars dans l'idée d'un vol arrivée et départ de Catane. Quels sont vos conseils sachant que je privilégie la qualité à la quantité (je n'aime pas enchainer les étapes et c'est pour ça que j'ai renoncé aux formules autotour). Faut-il effectivement à cette période privilégier l'est à l'ouest? 8à 10 jours c'est court mais je pense que l'île me plaira et que j'y retournerai.
Merci à vous.
Nous étions allés en Sicile en Septembre (nous avions vraiment eut tres chaud) sans vraiment faire de plage et notre itinéraire avait été (arrivée Catane et départ Palerme): Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa et autres villes baroques, Villa Romana del Casale, Agrigente, Zone autour de Trapani et Palerme. Nous avions vraiment adoré et n'aurions enlevé aucune étape à ce voyage. J'espère que ça peut t'aider, je ne vois pas en tout cas pourquoi il faut préférer l'est à l'ouest en Octobre
Nous étions restés 10 jours et non nous n'y étions pas allés, vers Trapani nous étions allés à Segeste et Erice. Nous étions allés à la plage à Agrigente pour voir la scala dei turchi que je te recommande c'est unique et magique
Merci pour l'info car j'avais retenu pour Agrigente que les temples. Effectivement ces falaises plongeant dans la mer c'est impressionnat et mérite le détour. Comme la réserve Zingaro j'imagine...
Sinon pensez vous qu'il est nécessaire de réserver à cette période ou peut-on aviser sur place comme ce n'est plus la haute saison, Quand on apprend l'importante commission que se prennent les sites de résa comme booking (dixit un ami hôtelier) ça donne plutôt envie de demander directement une petite ristourne!
Merci à vous
l'expérience prouve qu'on paye moins cher en reservant , par booking par exemple, qu'en se pointant à la réception à 19 h ( s'il y a une commission , c l'hotelier qui la paye pas le client )
Personnellement je réserve toujours à l'avance en direct avec l'hotel et je passe rarement par booking. En fait je passe par booking si je ne trouve pas le moyen de joindre l'établissement. Réserver à l'avance permet de discuter éventuellement du prix et permet de gagner du temps sur place.
Bonjour, concernant les résas nous étions allés dans des Bed & Breakfast, super sympa pour avoir des conseils pour les restos ou autres conseils... du coup nous on avait réserver direct avec les propriétaires toutes nos nuits.
Bonsoir,
je rentre de 3 semaines en Sicile. Je pense que ce n'est pas une question d'est ou d'ouest en octobre, mais simplement, comme tu dis toi même préférer la qualité à la quantité, tu ne peux pas, en 8 à 10j cumuler beaucoup de destinations, la Sicile est d'une richesse incroyable. Par contre je ne trouve pas que les plages y soient extraordinaires. Nous avions prévu un arrêt à Mazzara del Vallo, devant l'état du cours d'eau à l'allure de cloaque qui se déverse non loin de la plage nous avons été camper à Sélinonte...Beaucoup de plages sont soit de gravier soit assez rocheuses, prends des chaussons de baignade. Voici quelques idées:http://www.greenme.it/viaggiare/europa/italia/sicilia/8125-piu-belle-spiagge-siciliahttp://www.visitasicilia.com/mare-sicilia.html
Bon je vais peut-être finalement réserver avant le départ puisque plusieurs me déconseillent d'y aller sans résa... Des adresses sympa a Taormine? A Lipari? Vaut-il mieux aller en voiture a Lipari ou laisser la voiture a Milazzo (Ai dans l'idée de débuter ou terminer le voyage par 3 jours a Lipari comme base pour aller visiter Stromboli et peut-être Vulcano à la journée). Faut-il réserver à Lipari?
Merci à vous
Pour ce qui est d'aller à Lipari avec ta voiture, je crois qu'en octobre tu dois pouvoir, autrement il y a des restrictions pour l'accès, il faut avoir réservé un logement pour un certain nombre de jours. Comme nous avions un camping car et qu'il n'était pas possible de l'y emmener et que nous n'envisagions pas de le laisser plusieurs jours dans la rue à Milazzo nous avons opté pour la formule à la journée. Fais une recherche google avec les mots clés "mini crociere+ lipari ou vulcano ou stromboli". Nous avions pris avec la Tarnav.( on m'avait répondu en français chez Tarnav quand j'avais envoyé une demande d'infos) Ces croisières ne se font pas forcément tous les jours pour toutes les destinations, il faut un peu planifier si tu tiens à telle ou telle île, sans compter que je ne connais pas leur planning en octobre.
Pour Lipari, avec ou sans voiture, plusieurs bateaux par jour, voir horaires sur Usticalines, Siremar ou NGI.
En saison, il y a un avertissement concernant les voitures sur ces sites, s'il n'y est plus, c'est qu'on peut la prendre avec, mais à part rouler sur Lipari, ça ne me paraît pas très utile...
Sinon, dans la rue à Milazzo (à l'arrière) ou garages sur le port (env. 10-12 euros par jour paraît-il).
We're heading to Genoa and the Cinque Terre in mid-October for a full week. We're planning to spend two and a half days—three nights—in the Cinque Terre. The idea is to hike between the villages and use the train (or boat) for the trip out (or back). We're thinking of staying overnight, and I was wondering which village to prioritize.
From January 1st to 4th, I’m heading to Barcelona for the first time. Beyond the tourist sites—which are going to cost me an arm and a leg!!—I’d love to spend a day off the beaten path and see some less touristy spots.
What do you recommend? I’ll be getting around on foot, by metro, or possibly by train if it’s not too far. I love both nature and cultural spots.
And one last thing—is Barcelona at night safe for a woman alone, or is it sketchy?
We’re traveling next summer with our three kids, ages 9 to 15. We’ll arrive in Cork by ferry with our car. We’d like to stay several nights at each stop to settle in, take our time, and stay flexible depending on the weather!
What do you think of this 18-day itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival around 9:30 AM, drive to Kinsale to visit the village and Charles Fort, then accommodation
- Day 2: Blarney Castle + Cork, then accommodation
- Day 3: Travel to Kenmare (stopping at Gougane Barra?)
- Day 4: Glengariff and surrounding area
- Day 5: Healy Pass + southern Beara
- Day 6: Gap of Dunloe + Kenmare and Reenagross Park
- Day 7: Dursey Island
- Day 8: Killarney National Park
- Day 9: Travel to Clare (stopping at Bunratty)
- Day 10: Kilkee + Loop Head
- Day 11: The Burren
- Day 12: Aran Islands
- Day 13: Travel day to Connemara (stopping at Roundstone and Dog’s Bay or via Galway?)
- Day 14: Clifden + Sky Road + beach
- Day 15: Diamond Hill
- Day 16: Kylemore Abbey + Killary Fjord
- Day 17: Drive back to Cork (stopping at Cahir)
- Day 18: Departure
Hi there, after reading a well-known travel guide, it seems like there’s a lot to see and do in Valletta (I’m only talking about Valletta itself). That’s why I’m thinking of spending 2 days there. I don’t want to rush and would like to get a complete overview. However, I’ve noticed that some travelers only spend one day there. For those who know the city well, what do you think? (I’ve also planned the Three Cities for another day, by the way).
Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
Our accommodation for 5 days will be near a "Carrefour by Deliveroo Hop." There doesn’t seem to be anything else nearby (it’s a very residential area).
I can’t figure out if it’s delivery-only or if you can also do your grocery shopping there. Does anyone know this type of store and could help me out, please?
Thanks in advance!
PS: I called, but I don’t speak Italian and the store doesn’t speak English—so they hung up on me.
Hi,
I’ve found my upcoming trip for February, and now I’m looking for a one-week getaway in April—somewhere not too far with generally nice weather. Any tips?
Best,😉
Hi everyone, we’re a group of 11 people (including 3 kids under 4) who’d like to do a wine tasting tour starting from Florence (we haven’t rented a car) in Chianti.
We’re looking for an organized tour that leaves from Florence and lets the adults do some wine tasting (and olive oil tasting if possible).
For those who’ve done this tour, do you have any suggestions for tour names that organize these kinds of events? What should we look out for before booking these tours?
Hi, who’s familiar with the Algarve?
Lagos—should I go for a rental or a hotel? How do I get from the airport to the seaside, and how do I get around the city? What’s there to see and do?
Thanks for your ideas and tips!
Hello, VoyageForum friends, and happy holidays!
I’m planning a trip with my 19-year-old grandson to Milan for Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in 2025.
I’d love your insights on what we can visit in Milan that would interest both my grandson and me (I’m 75). Of course, I’m thinking of the must-sees, but not just those—cozy little restaurants, trendy neighborhoods, and anything else you’d recommend. I’m also looking for a comfortable hotel in the city center that isn’t too expensive!
I’m sure the VoyageForum community will help me uncover some hidden gems! Looking forward to your replies.
Summer 2027 is going to be Norwegian for us!
We’re heading to the Lofoten Islands first, then Senja, near Tromsø, and finally the North Cape.
We’ll likely start from northern Finland (flight tickets and car rentals are more affordable there).
I’d like to book accommodations early to have more options.
Good value-for-money places go fast in these pricey Nordic destinations...
But where should we book?
We’re planning to stay around ten nights in the Lofoten Islands.
What’s the best approach?
One place in the central part and explore from there?
One place in the south and another in the center?
Or one in the south, one in the center, and one in the north (3-4-3 nights)?
Hi there, my husband and I are planning a trip to Iceland in mid-October 2026.
Would you have any advice on the best places to visit for a first trip to this destination? Thanks
Hi, I'm heading to Italy soon and I wanted to know if Italian banks charge fees when you withdraw cash at an ATM, or if, like in Spain or Greece, it's better to avoid taking out money and bring cash instead. Looking forward to your replies... Thanks
We’re planning a short trip at the end of July to explore the legendary mountains and valleys of the Bernese Oberland: round trip from Nancy (Swiss highway vignette planned), 2 nights in a room with a small kitchen in Adelboden, then 2 nights in a hotel at the Gletscherblick in Grindelwald, both with half-board included.
Could you share some tips on the best road routes to take, as well as some walking hikes (we’re not as fit as we used to be, so nothing longer than 2-3 hours)? Maybe also 1 or 2 cable car rides—I was thinking of Oeschinensee Lake above Kandersteg and the First gondola above Grindelwald for better panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau... all while keeping it doable with our schedule. We’ve ruled out the "premium" trip up to the Jungfraujoch for this time.
I’m also guessing that paying to access Wengen or Mürren only makes sense if we’re staying there for a few days, right?
- Is the road through the narrow valley of the White Lütschine toward Lauterbrunnen and beyond still worth it in terms of views and scenery?
On the way back, if we have a little time to explore Bern’s historic old town, what’s the best parking plan for a 1- or 2-hour stop?
Thanks in advance for your advice, fellow travelers familiar with this beautiful region! 😉
Hi,
I’ll be in Barcelona at the end of October.
I can choose to be there over the weekend or during the week. Probably 4 nights.
Is there a big difference in terms of crowds in the city and in the museums?
Little or no difference would simplify my itinerary on the way.
Hi there,
I’ll be in Rome from April 1st to 13th, 2026—it’s coming up fast!
I’ve been searching online for tickets to visit the Borghese Gallery, but either there’s no availability or the tickets offered are ridiculously expensive.
Could someone guide me to a website where I can book 2 skip-the-line tickets (I’ve heard you have to reserve in advance online)?
Hi everyone,
I rented a car through Klaus Wagen, picking it up in downtown Porto and returning it in downtown Lisbon.
After paying, I read some pretty negative reviews about them.
So, can anyone reassure me with positive experiences they’ve had with them?
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I’m heading to Setúbal at the end of June with my granddaughter, and I can’t seem to find clear info on the best way to get from Lisbon Airport to Setúbal. It looks like there’s a train or bus, but I can’t find the exact names of the bus (or train) companies or the precise departure points. Thanks if anyone can help me out! 😉 Just to clarify, I’m on a tight budget and have already ruled out taxis or similar options.
Hello,
We’re heading to Puglia at the end of May. We’re a senior couple. We arrive in Bari, where we’ve booked accommodation for 2 nights. We’ve rented a car.
Day 1: Bari
Day 2: Polignano a Mare – Monopoli
Day 3: Ostuni – Brindisi
Day 4: Lecce
Day 5 & 6: Exploring the coast from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca
Day 7 & 8: Gallipoli area
Day 9 & 10: Matera
We’re considering renting a place near Lecce for 5 days and using it as a base to explore the region.
Hi there,
I visited the Faroe Islands in late March 2026 for about ten days. I was invited by a friend who lives near Tórshavn, so I don’t have any info on tourist accommodations or car rentals. Still, I’d like to share a few thoughts about my trip:
- Before leaving, I consulted travel guides and blogs. I was surprised by how repetitive and unoriginal the featured sites were. This leads hurried travelers to follow the same overcrowded routes, which can annoy locals. I found that all Faroese villages were interesting—they reflect the country’s identity, even without the iconic grass-roofed houses. Those are indeed harmonious and beautiful, but they feel like an exotic cliché. For activities, I loved the lively ports that keep the country running.
- I was annoyed by the paid trails in tourist spots. Locals explained that these paths cross private land, and owners are responsible for maintenance and safety. There are plenty of free trails, too—signs at the start detail their features. While not alarmist, the extreme and unpredictable weather is a key factor to consider before setting out.
- The wind’s strength really impressed me. The architecture, with doors and windows opening outward to prevent gusts from blowing roofs off, speaks to the harsh climate. Some days, relentless rain and squalls made going outside unappealing. I realized that in this country, it’s best to plan for flexible indoor days.
- Distances are relatively short. I was happy to be based near Tórshavn because it was easy to explore one or more places in a day. The roads are in great condition. In late March, diesel was 2 €. Tunnel tolls can add up (~26 € per crossing), making a fixed base less practical than I’d thought.
- Everyone agrees: the landscapes are breathtaking. Nature feels untamed here—except for the short grass, thanks to all the woolly sheep.
- The flight from Paris to the Faroe Islands (and back) was long in March—11 hours with three legs: Paris-Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Copenhagen, Copenhagen-Vágar. In bad weather, Vágar Airport can close, causing delays. During tourist season, Atlantic Airways offers a direct Paris-Faroe Islands flight, which is more comfortable and cheaper.
- I found a book recommendation in a guide that fascinated me after my trip: *Les collectionneurs d'images* by Joanes Nielsen. Through its sometimes caricatured characters, it offers a glimpse into Faroese mentalities from the 1950s to 1970s—attitudes that likely persist today.
In conclusion, I’ve traveled a lot and I’m tired of destinations that all start to look the same. The Faroe Islands were a delight—a country stunning in its landscape, climate, and culture, where tourism has barely altered its authenticity.
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for October to visit Naples (6 nights) and the Amalfi Coast (5 nights). We’ve already got the historic center and the Lapis Museum in Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Procida, Sorrento, and Ravello on our list. Any suggestions, addresses, or tips?
Thanks for your help.
Hello,
We’re heading to Rome from 21/09, arriving in the early afternoon, and returning on 28/09, leaving in the morning. We’ve already booked our flight tickets and our accommodation in the city center: Via Ezio.
I’d love to get your feedback on our itinerary and if there are any visits we should book right now:
Monday 21 afternoon:
Largo di Torre Argentina: a sacred spot for cats.
Tuesday 22:
The Vatican: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in the morning. Afternoon: St. Peter’s Basilica, the dome, and if possible, the necropolis.
Wednesday 23:
Morning: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afternoon: Trastevere neighborhood and the Monumento a Garibaldi.
Thursday 24:
Piazza Navona, Church of St. Louis of the French, the Pantheon, Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Trevi Fountain.
Friday 25:
Villa Borghese, Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Quirinale, Piazza della Repubblica, and Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Saturday 26:
Aventine and Testaccio neighborhoods, the Capuchin Crypt.
Sunday 27:
Ostia.
Monday 28:
Departure.
Are any days too packed, or should we add more visits?
Thanks for your input and help!
Cheers!
Anne
Hi there,
I’m looking for some great tips for a stay in Palma de Mallorca this summer.
I need cheap flights departing from Toulouse and affordable accommodation for 4 people.
What do you recommend?
Best regards,