Mais certainement que j'habite une ville extraordinaire, et qui est à mi chemin entre les 2 grandes villes de la province soit Québec et Montréal!! Si vous revenez dans mon coin, il ne faudrait pas oublier de visiter les beautées du Parc National de la Mauricie.
Je vois que vous êtes de Belgique; un copain à nous d'origine Belge nous a parlé longuement de votre pays, vous ne manquez pas de beaux lieux à visiter aussi!!
Bonjour, tu peux aterrir avec corsair a montréal passer quelques jours, vieux montreal, jardins botanique, stade olympique, insectarium, biodôme, planétarium, quelques musées, sauront occuper quelques jrs. Tu peux reserver un hôtel type holliday inn ou delta que tu retrouvera sur ton passage a québec trois rivières... Ces hôtels peuvent êtres réservés au fur et a mesure de ton séjour.
Possiblement que tu paiera mois cher pour la location d'une voiture a partir de l'aéroport que de chez toi. Je sais que pour moi c'est ce qui arrive lorsque je vais en Europe, possible pour ici aussi.
Si tu vas vers Québec tu dois continuer ta route vers la Malbaie, Baie st-Paul, tadoussac (voir les bâleines) les enfants adoreront, j'y suis allé avec mes filles l'été passé. Tu peux louer un appartement pour env. 350 euros pour trois jrs à l'auberge sous la croix, très propre et bien situé.
Par contre les chute Niagara c'est dans la direction opposé de Québec.
A toi d'y voir. La période que tu prévois venir ici moi je prépare aller en Bretagne pour la même période, lieu de mes ancètres.
Merci pr ts les avis!!
Pr Coissou 66 : j'ai regardé sur le site de la compagnie dont tu parles, apparemment leurs prix valent (voire un peu plus élevés) ceux de Corsair (dc je crois que notre choix s'orientera plus vers Corsair qui est une compagnie que ns connaissons😉) ...juste une petite question: comment avez vous fait avec votre bébé? vous aviez amené un siège auto??? (apparemment ils n'en proposent pas à al location?)
Pr cloflo: où se situe l'auberge sous la croix? c'est une sorte de "pourvoirie"? d'auberge avec des activités nature? merci d'avance😉
Où vas tu en Bretagne? pr 2007 ou pr 2008 ? (je peux t'aider aussi n'hésite pas🙂)
Pour répondre à ta question, nous l'avions sur les genoux, ou à nos pieds, ou dans l'allée de l'avion !!! 😉
En dessous de 24 mois, on pouvait faire qu'elle ne paye pas de billet à condition de ne pas occuper de place assise. Elle ne payait donc que les taxes d'aéroport !
Concernant les prix, effectivement zoomairlines avait parfois des coûts similaires, mais sur certaines dates, y'avait des coups de fusils à faire !!! Nous sommes partis là-bas en fonction des dates où les prix d'avion étaient les moins chers.
Effectivement, pour le siège auto, tu ne dois pas prendre le risque de te pointer à Dorval en espérant en trouver. Cependant, si tu loues ton véhicule bien à l'avance directement avec une compagnie de montréal, tu pourras inclure l'option siège pour enfant sans prob. Je l'ai fais des tonnes de fois.
bonsoir,
je viens de lire le message sur le canada, celui ci m'interesse, car nous aussi, nous prévoyons un voyage pour l'été 2008, avec 2 ados. Vous avez fait les réservations seul ou par un autotours, pourrais tu me faire passer les adresses des hotels et des gites. Merci des détails sur le voyage ainsi que du budget.
merci d'avance
Bonjour
Si vous voulez une aide pour préparer votre voyage, je vous propose d'aller voir sur mon Blog le circuit au Canada-Est que j'ai fait il y a 4 ans avec ma femme et ma fille. Le circuit y est détaillé et un Clip-Vidéo illustre le voyage...
A votre écoute si vous désirez des renseignements notamment sur le budget...
Patrick
Adresse du Blog:http://voyagesdepatrick.hautetfort.com
Pour la ville de Québec, en 2008, il faudra réserver rapidement car la ville fête son 4e centenaire et vu le nombre de festivités, il risque d'y avoir du monde d'où une probable augmentation des prix.
Eusébiau
Merci pr ton adresse de blog...les photos me font rêver🙂
J'ai vu sur ton blog que vs êtes partis une 15zaine de jours...je et contacte par message privé pr avoir d'autres renseignements!! merci!!🙂
Bonjour Lenakat22, avec mon amie nous avons un projet similaire au tient, nous somme aussi de la bretagne nord du 22 donc, de Saint brieuc.....peut etre pouvons nous nous aider pour finaliser nos projet, car comme toi nous voulons savoir ou nous mettons les pieds financierement...voila a bientot je l'esperes...
Merci pr vos réponses!!
Pr les chutes du niagara, je crois qu'on laissera tomber...çà rajoute énormément de route juste pr un truc😉....surtout si comme me le dit Melanie il y en a d'autres à voir autour de Québec!
C'est Quebec la ville, ou la région (excusez mon inculture🙂) qui fête son 400ième anniversaire? et c'est à quelle pèriode de l'année?? merci d'avance!! parce que si c'est la région ...du coup on risque de reporter notre voyage🤪 faute d'hébergements😐.
Au niveau du camping car c'est vrai que çà présente pas mal d'avantages (et pas des moindres celui de pouvoir faire à manger!!!) mais bon l'hotel c'est pas mal aussi! en reregardant ds le catalogue Air Transat (ma bible😉) j'ai vu qu'en dehors de Quebec (et des villes en général) les prix st abordables (env 100e la nuit pr 4)....
Bon il va falloir réfléchir à tt çà, ms ds l'ensemble je crois que mon budget de 7000e se tient !! je vs recontacterai si vs le voulez bien l'année prochaine🙂!!!! ou à la fin de cette année...qd je commencerai à faire notre circuit exact.
Katell
Bonsoir,
Attention, il faudra que tu prennes en considération qu'en plus des festivités du 400° anniversaire de la ville de Québec, les vacances dites "de la construction" se prennent les 15 derniers jours du mois de juillet. Ce qui fait que si tu viens durant cette période, tu risques d'avoir de l'affluence sur les routes et il n'est pas rare de voir des kilomètres de file de voiture sur des lieux très touristiques.
Et quand on connait les routes au Québec, elles sont très montantes (surtout dans le nord de la province, au-dessus de la ville de Québec).
Donc si j'ai un conseil à donner aux vacanciers venant d'un autre pays que le Canada, soit vous prenez vos congés à une autre période, soit vous vous munissez d'une grande dose de patience.
Pr les chutes du niagara, je crois qu'on laissera tomber...çà rajoute énormément de route juste pr un truc😉....surtout si comme me le dit Melanie il y en a d'autres à voir autour de Québec!
Beaucoup de kilomètres en effet, surtout que tu as des voyages organisés par autocar qui te proposent de découvrir Ottawa, Toronto et les chutes du Niagara au départ de Montréal pour environ 350 $ par personne en 3 ou 4 jours.
C'est vrai que moi je préfère aller voir les chutes de Montmorency (près de la ville de Québec) qui sont beaucoup plus hautes (83 mètres au lieu de 58 mètres pour les chutes du Niagara) et plus belles à mon avis. En plus, tu peux les traverser par un pont au-dessus des chutes.
C'est Quebec la ville, ou la région (excusez mon inculture🙂) qui fête son 400ième anniversaire? et c'est à quelle pèriode de l'année?? merci d'avance!! parce que si c'est la région ...du coup on risque de reporter notre voyage🤪 faute d'hébergements😐.
Au niveau du camping car c'est vrai que çà présente pas mal d'avantages (et pas des moindres celui de pouvoir faire à manger!!!) mais bon l'hotel c'est pas mal aussi! en reregardant ds le catalogue Air Transat (ma bible😉) j'ai vu qu'en dehors de Quebec (et des villes en général) les prix st abordables (env 100e la nuit pr 4)....
Pour ma part, en étant à 4 personnes, je privilégierai les auberges de jeunesse où tu peux faire ton repas et où des activités et visites sont organisées tous les jours par des guides de l'auberge.
Tu peux aller consulter le lien suivant pour avoir des renseignements sur les différentes auberges de jeunesse au Québec : http://www.hihostels.ca/...px?sortcode=1.3.8.10
Bon il va falloir réfléchir à tt çà, ms ds l'ensemble je crois que mon budget de 7000e se tient !! je vs recontacterai si vs le voulez bien l'année prochaine🙂!!!! ou à la fin de cette année...qd je commencerai à faire notre circuit exact.
Il est presque certain qu'en 2008, les prix vont flamber, que ce soit pour l'avion, pour le logement ou pour la restauration. Je pense que pour l'avion, je privilégierai Air Transat qui offre le meilleur rapport qualité/prix sur le Canada et plus particulièrement sur le Québec. Les tarifs sont moins onéreux si vous atterissez à Montréal, plutôt qu'à Québec.
De plus, vous avez des liaisons de bus toutes les heures qui vous amènent de Montréal à Québec par Orléans Express qui partent de la station de métro Berri-Uqam (station centrale du métro).(http://www.orleansexpress.com/horaires_resultats.asp
(j'ai fait une simulation pour ta famille et cela te reviendrait à 134 $ taxes incluses pour vous 4)
Par contre, le budget de 1000 euros pour la voiture me parait important. J'ai un ami qui est venu me rendre visite au Québec l'année dernière durant 5 mois et il avait loué un véhicule pour 215 euros la semaine à Autoescape pour un véhicule intermédiaire. Vous pouvez déjà vous renseigner en leur téléphonant au 04.90.09.28.28 ou en allant sur leur site : www.autoescape.com
De plus, le gros avantage avec cette société : c'est l'annulation de votre réservation jusqu'au dernier moment, sans avoir de frais à payer + - 20% sur les tarifs si vous vous présentez à l'agence + le paiement est effectué directement sur votre compte en euros et pas de frais de change, donc pas de mauvaises surprises.
De plus, il suffit au moment de la réservation, de spécifier qu'il vous faut un siège auto.
Pour la conduite au Canada, et surtout pour la location du véhicule, il est conseillé d'avoir le permis de conduire international. Vous pouvez vous le procurer à la Préfecture ou sous-préfecture de votre département, en présentant la photocopie de votre permis de conduire ainsi que deux photos d'identité. Le permis est valable trois ans.
http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/...rnational_34572.html
Concernant la conduite au Québec, elle diffère quelque peu de la conduite en France. Vous pouvez vous familiariser en allant consulter la petite brochure qui pourra vous dire les quelques différences à savoir lorsque vous louerez votre véhicule.
http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/...onne_route_c4129.pdf
Par contre, bien suivre les recommandations sur la circulation des bus scolaires, repérables par leur couleur jaune.
Vous pouvez toujours tester vos connaissances en allant sur cette adresse-là :
http://www1.mtq.gouv.qc.ca/...ux/signalisation.asp
Il est interdit de traverser une rue à double sens pour aller se garer de l'autre côté, soit en sens inverse du sens de la circulation. Le procès verbal est assez onéreux. Je vous le dis, car j'ai vu mon ami de France le faire et qui me disait que cela se fait assez couramment en France.
J'espère que ces renseignements pourront déjà vous aider dans votre recherche.
Pour ma part, je tiens à votre disposition un "plan touristique" sur 1 semaine, 15 jours, ou 3 semaines à faire au Québec avec des adresses de logements et des visites à faire. Si vous êtes intéressée, il suffit de me le faire savoir en m'envoyant un message privé en me donnant votre adresse courriel et je vous le ferais parvenir. C'est un document sous format word et il fait environ 8 pages, c'est pour cela que c'est impossible à le mettre ici.
Katell,
N'as-tu jamais pensé à l'échange de maison.C'est un moyen très économique pour découvrir le monde avec ses enfants.Nous en sommes à notre septième échange.Notre premier s'est fait avec une famille de Montréal.
Tu arrives dans un appartement ou une maison où il ne manque rien.Nous échangeons maison + voiture.
Tes frais sont alors limités à l'achat des billets d'avion.
De plus, il est très facile pour nous français de trouver un échange vers le Québec.Tu n'auras que l'embarras du choix.Karine
Je ne me sens pas prête pr l'échange de maison 😉
En plus notre maison, bien que bien située (1kms mer, 7kms St Brieuc) est très petite: ns n'avons pas une pièce où ns pourrions mettre nos choses de valeur (et/ou auxquelles on tient).....dc du coup ce n'est pas d'actualité.
Merci😉
Katell
bonjour katell,
nous envisageons de partir nous aussi avec nos 2 enfants 4 ans et 1an et demi au Quebec 2 à 3 mois selon le budget. je crois qu'il est important de bien calculer son séjour. les locations de camping-car sont cheres mais c'est bien pratique et sécurisant. ça coute cepentdant moins cher de louer une voituree et déscendre dans les motel ou camping. pour nous nous pensons acheter un camping-car sur place ou le transporter de france. nous avons des amis qui habitent en Gaspésie.
nous pensons partir du 5 aout au 22 octobre 2007
Salut !
J'ai acheté aujourd'hui nos billets d'avion au départ de Genève pour Montréal du 26 juin au 23 juillet et je les ai payés 1000.- CHF par adulte et 800.-CHF par enfant. Ce qui fait respectivement 620.-Eur et 500.-Eur, c'est une offre avec British Airways. A partir du 29 juin les prix grimpent. Et en tout cas depuis Genève les billets pour Montréal sont moins chers que ceux pour Québec.
Je suggèrerais donc de s'y prendre bien à l'avance et si c'est possible pour vous de partir fin juin. J'ai également vu que l'été les trains offrent 1 enfant gratuit par adulte payé, ça me parait pas mal comme moyen de transport mais je te confirmerais dès notre retour.
Je trouve aussi que le logement est cher, j'ai également un petit budget alors je cherche...j'ai déjà trouvé une jolie auberge de jeunesse dans le vieux Montréal : http://www.auberge-alternative.qc.ca/a_french/fr_contact.htm 20.-$ (canadiens) par personne, pas de réduc pour les enfants, dans un dortoir à 4, petit déj non compris mais cuisine et frigo à dispo. Je crois qu'il n'y a pas moins cher. Si tu attéris à Montréal tu es plus près des chutes du Niagara mais ça reste à plus de 500km à vol d'oiseau...sans avoir jamais été au Québec ni vu les chutes je ne peux pas te dire si ça vaut la peine mais comme ça, je pense qu'il y a des merveilleuses choses à découvrir au Québec qui sauront te surprendre...
Je me suis également intéressée aux Campings car, on m'a fait un devis pour 1 semaine (7 au 14 juillet) 2 adultes, 2 enfants : 1805.-$ pour la semaine (env.1200 Eur) (http://www.authentikcanada.com). Je sais pas ce que ça vaut mais je n'ai pas le budget.
Je te tiens au courant de mes trouvailles
Salutations
Fabienne
j'ai trouvé un site http.//montreal.kijiji.ca// tu trouveras des annonces pour acheter voiture, camping-car. j'en ai vu un pour 4. prix : 2000 §canadien. il faut pouvoir revendre sur place après c'est mieux. connaissez -vous un moyen d'envoyer une voiture ou camping-car depuis la bretagne en bateau destination côte canada ??
Vous comptez vraiment acheter un véhicule? pr nous ce n'est pas envisageable pr un si court séjour 😉....ce sera plutôt location pr nous! et je crois que ce sera plutôt location de voiture (+ pratique en ville notamment, sans doute + rapide aussi ailleurs)+ hébergements en auberges de jeunesse ou hotels/motels! Avez vous acheté vos billets? j'ai vu que sur Corsair pr ces pèriodes là ce n'est pas excessif: environ 2600e tt compris pr 4.
Pr Berlinpinpin 😉 : le devis pr la semaine de camping-car me parait assez cher 😊 mais d'après ce que j'ai pu voir ds les catalogues ce st les tarifs 😠
Bonsoir Katell,
pour l'achat du camping-car, on se pose toujours la question mais je pense que c'est vraiment intéressant au niveau prix et commodité avec de enfants en bas âge. je viens de voir les tarifs vol A.R. Paris - Montréal : 1884 € pour nous quatre ( 2adultes, un enfant - de 12 ans et un bébé - de 2 ans) Jo ne paie presque rien. c'est aussi pour ça que l'on veut partir cette année car on profite des prix mais surtout du congés parental.
je sais qu'il faut prendre rapidement les billets plus on attend plus ça va grimper.
wwww.ebookers.fr vol air transat meilleur prix
a bientôt.
krystine
I’m heading to the Dominican Republic (Punta Cana) at the end of October for 10 days at an all-inclusive hotel with my wife and kids (ages 8 and 10).
Since I’m not a fan of spending entire days at the hotel, I was wondering what the best way(s) to explore the area might be.
Last year, I went to Mexico and rented a car, so I initially thought about doing the same here—but this time, I’d get full-coverage insurance, which I didn’t do in Mexico.
After checking a few forums and reviews, though, I’m really second-guessing it because some posts make it sound completely crazy to drive there.
So, I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been there recently and rented a car, as well as the different ways to get around while you’re there.
Hi everyone, we're heading to Brazil for two weeks during the Easter holidays.
Arriving in Rio and departing from São Paulo. Any recommendations for hotels, guides, or must-see spots?
I’d like to organize everything myself with reliable local drivers, and I’m looking for nice, comfortable accommodations considering my 5-year-old son.
Thanks so much!
Emilie
After scouring the forum without managing to decide, I thought I’d ask for your advice!
Before becoming a mom, we traveled for a year from Iran to Indonesia, and now my partner and I are finally ready to take our first big one-month trip with our kids.
We’d like 2 or 3 places to visit, settle in, and explore the surrounding area.
We’re looking for a destination that’s fairly easy (since our kids aren’t always easy themselves), but I’m hesitant about Thailand (which I didn’t enjoy because it felt too touristy at the time).
I was thinking about Vietnam, which I don’t know at all. Maybe Laos, but spending a few days near a nice beach would be relaxing with two little ones full of energy…
We don’t want to rush through crowded, commercial sites—we want to take our time and discover beautiful places.
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a family trip with our two kids, aged 5 and 8. I’m leaning toward using a local agency to take the mental load off organizing everything once we’re there and to fully enjoy the moment.
Do you know any reliable, local agencies I could reach out to?
I’d love to hear from parents who’ve traveled in this country with young children.
We're a family with two kids aged 7 and 2, planning a trip to Morocco from December 21 to 28, 2026.
We're thinking of spending 2 days and 2 nights in Marrakech, then heading out on the third morning to the Erg Chebbi dunes (Merzouga or Khamlia, still deciding), and returning to catch our flight.
The plan is to go via Skoura, the Valley of Roses, the Dadès Gorges, Tinghir, to reach the Merzouga dunes. On the way back, we'd stop at Tamnougalt before returning to Marrakech.
A few notes, since traveling with young kids slows everything down:
- Ideally, we'd like to travel by shared taxi or bus
- I don’t want to stop and sleep in Ouarzazate, as I’ve already visited.
Questions:
- Does this seem doable in December (especially the Marrakech-Ouarzazate stretch)?
- Which overnight stops would you recommend between Marrakech and Merzouga? We’ll spend 2 nights in two different places, then 2 nights in Merzouga, and 1 night in Tamnougalt.
- I’d prefer shared taxis, but can they drop us off a bit farther than city centers (e.g., if our hostel is a few kilometers from Boulmane Dadès, or not in central Merzouga but in Khamlia)? Basically, is it possible to travel a little off the beaten path with shared taxis?
- We love family-friendly hostels—if you have any recommendations, we’re all ears!
I’ve read the forum a lot and found a wealth of information. I’ve tried to compile all of it into our itinerary and would love your feedback to finalize the bookings (we’re planning this *very* last-minute).
Here’s what we’re thinking of doing:
22 July: arrival in Johannesburg
Night of 22–23: Johannesburg
Nights of 23–26: Marloth Park (with Kruger visits on the 24th, 25th, and a crossing visit on the 26th)
Nights of 26–28: Graskop (visiting the canyon and Panorama Road on the 27th and 28th)
Nights of 28–30: Hoedspruit (visiting the central area of Kruger on the 29th?)
Nights of 30 July–1 August: Balule Park (private reserve with safari)
Nights of 1–5 August: flight from Hoedspruit to Cape Town, then 2 days in Cape Town, 1 day on the peninsula, and 2 days for wine (just the route) or something else based on your advice (we don’t know where to stay—whether to stay all 5 nights in Cape Town and where in the city, or do 2 nights in Cape Town and 3 nights nearby—but where?)
Night of 5–6 August: Kelders for penguins and whales
Nights of 6–8 August: Tsitsikamma (what is there to do/see?)
Nights of 8–10 August: Addo Park on the 9th
10 August: flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg and back home
What do you think?
Is there a lot of driving time?
We’d really appreciate your comments and suggestions.
Thanks!
We’re planning our second trip to Thailand (2 weeks on-site, late April/early May) as a family with our kids.
On our first trip, we visited Bangkok, Ayutthaya, the River Kwai, Koh Lipe, Koh Phi Phi, and Khao Lak. We especially loved Koh Phi Phi for its limestone cliffs and lush vegetation, as well as Koh Lipe for its crystal-clear waters and snorkeling.
This time, we’d like a trip more focused on nature. We don’t want to visit any cities (maybe a floating market if it’s really worth the detour).
We’re looking for:
- Spectacular jungle;
- Animals in their natural habitat;
- Beautiful hikes or boat rides;
- Paradise-like beaches;
- Turquoise water with excellent snorkeling, preferably directly from the beach (turtles, tropical fish, etc.).
We’re thinking of including Khao Sok, but we’re unsure which islands to combine with this park.
Do you have any suggestions for 2-week itineraries with reasonable travel times? We’re prioritizing landscapes, nature, and the sea above all else.
I’d love some advice on choosing a Christmas destination for a trip with my partner and our two kids, aged 10 and 12.
We’re looking for a place where we can enjoy great, easy snorkeling with the kids—ideally from the beach or in shallow water.
And if possible, a beautiful spot to explore, with nature, hikes, and a more laid-back, backpacker-friendly vibe than big resorts or mass tourism.
A "reasonable" flight time and not too much jet lag would be ideal!
I’ve been considering Mauritius, Zanzibar (plus possibly Tanzania), Martinique, or Guadeloupe—but maybe you have other suggestions or thoughts on these options?
I wanted to share our experience after a 5-day trip to Armenia with my wife and our 8-month-old baby.
It’s a destination that’s still relatively unknown, but it’s really worth the trip, especially if you enjoy cultural, spiritual, historical, and human-centered travel.
We were looking for a change of scenery but not too complicated with a baby—and easy to organize (even though our travel agency helped us a lot, thanks to them! 😊). In the end, Armenia was a wonderful surprise. It’s not a "postcard-perfect" destination. It’s a raw, mountainous, ancient country with real depth.
And most importantly: Armenians *love* children.
That’s probably what surprised us the most. In restaurants, waitresses, owners, or even other customers would naturally come over to play with our baby, hold them for a few minutes, smile at them, or keep them entertained while we ate.
It wasn’t intrusive. It was very natural, very family-oriented. You can tell that children have a real place in society. For parents traveling with a baby, it’s honestly a pleasure.
Day 1 — Yerevan
We started with Yerevan, a pleasant capital that’s quite easy to explore with a child.
The city isn’t huge. You can stroll around Republic Square, visit cafés, discover markets, and walk at a relaxed pace.
With a baby, it’s pretty practical: you can easily take breaks, return to the hotel, or go back out in the evening. The vibe is laid-back, family-friendly, and we felt safe.
In the evening, Yerevan is very lively. The restaurants are welcoming, and almost everywhere, our baby drew smiles.
Day 2 — Etchmiadzin and Khor Virap
On the second day, we headed to Etchmiadzin, the spiritual heart of Armenia. It’s an important place for understanding the country and its Christian identity.
Then, we visited Khor Virap, facing Mount Ararat.
It’s probably one of the most striking places on the trip. The monastery, the plain, the distant Ararat—everything is visually and symbolically powerful.
With a baby, you just need to plan a relaxed pace, avoid rushing, and take your time.
Day 3 — Garni and Geghard
The third day was one of our favorites.
We visited the Temple of Garni, very different from the monasteries, with a stunning setting in the mountains.
Then we went to Geghard, a monastery partially carved into the rock.
The atmosphere is incredible. It’s quiet, mineral, almost timeless. Even if you’re not very religious, you feel something.
With a child, the visit goes well, but again, it’s best not to overload the day. The key is to keep a flexible pace.
Day 4 — Noravank
On the fourth day, we headed to Noravank.
The road itself is an experience: dry landscapes, mountains, red rocks, valleys. The monastery is surrounded by impressive cliffs.
It’s one of the most beautiful sites we saw in Armenia.
You really get the sense that Armenian monasteries were built in impossible places—between sky, stone, and mountain.
Along the way, you can also pass through the Areni region, known for its wine. With a baby, we mostly prioritized simple breaks, relaxed meals, and uncompressed travel times.
Day 5 — Lake Sevan and return to Yerevan
For the last day, we went to Lake Sevan.
The lake is vast, bright, and surrounded by mountains. The Sevanavank Monastery, up high, offers a beautiful view.
It’s a gentler stop, perfect for ending the trip.
Then we returned to Yerevan for a final dinner. Once again, the welcome in restaurants stood out. In Armenia, traveling with a baby isn’t seen as a hassle. On the contrary, people spontaneously come up to the child.
Our overall impression
In 5 days, you obviously don’t see all of Armenia. To reach Tatev, Dilijan, Haghpat, or Sanahin, you’d need more like 7 to 10 days.
But for a first visit, 5 days are enough to feel the essence: Yerevan, the major monasteries, Mount Ararat, the landscapes, the Christian history, and the Armenian hospitality.
What we loved most:
- the kindness of people toward our baby;
- the very family-friendly atmosphere;
- the monasteries in incredible landscapes;
- the view of Mount Ararat from Khor Virap;
- the atmosphere of Geghard;
- the cliffs of Noravank;
- the food;
- the feeling of safety;
- the fact that the country is still relatively untouched by mass tourism.
What to know when traveling with a baby:
- distances can be longer than expected;
- some roads are mountainous;
- avoid overloading the day;
- it’s better to have a driver or a car;
- plan for breaks, water, diapers, baby meals;
- a stroller isn’t always practical on ancient sites;
- a baby carrier can be very useful.
Recommended 5-day itinerary
For a first trip, I’d suggest:
Day 1: Yerevan
Day 2: Etchmiadzin + Khor Virap
Day 3: Garni + Geghard
Day 4: Noravank + Areni
Day 5: Sevan + return to Yerevan
It’s balanced, not too tiring, and gives a great first impression of the country.
Conclusion
Armenia is a wonderful destination with a baby, as long as you travel slowly and don’t try to see everything.
What touched us most, beyond the landscapes and monasteries, was the attitude toward children. There, you feel that babies are welcomed with real tenderness. In restaurants, people naturally helped us, played with our child, and gave us a few minutes to breathe.
That’s rare, and it makes a big difference in the travel experience.
Armenia isn’t a destination you consume quickly.
It’s a country that you *feel*.
For those who love cultural, spiritual, historical, family, and human-centered travel, I highly recommend it.
Hi everyone,
We're heading to Colombia soon for two weeks as a family with our two 10-year-old boys. I'm a bit behind on planning our itinerary and could really use your advice!
We arrive in Cartagena, where we'll spend 3 nights.
Next, we're heading to the Tayrona area for 3 nights. Could you recommend a nice hotel with a pool, ideally family-friendly? Unfortunately, Senda Watapuy and Senda Koguiwa are already fully booked for our dates.
After that, we were thinking of spending a few days in Minca. Is that a good idea in late July/early August? How many nights would you recommend?
Finally, we're looking for a last stop before returning to France. We've heard about Mompox, but we're hesitant because it seems like a big detour. We love nature, animals, beautiful landscapes, beaches, and authentic places. Do you think Mompox is worth the detour with two kids, or would you recommend another destination (Palomino, Barú, La Guajira...) instead?
We don’t want to take any domestic flights.
Thanks in advance for all your tips and experiences!
This summer, we’ve decided to do a 3-week road trip starting from Nice and heading down to Ksamil in Albania.
We’re leaving from Nice, and our route is already pretty much set:
Nice - Verona (Italy) - Rijeka (Croatia) - Zadar - Split - Budva (Montenegro) - Shkodër (Albania) - Ksamil, then back through Italy via Bari.
The itinerary is packed! 🙂
Do you have any suggestions for things to see—visits, beaches, viewpoints, villages, or excursions—to make the most of our journey?
Hi there, we're planning our vacation in Indonesia. We're a family with two kids aged 11 and 14. We leave on July 26th and return on August 17th, 2026.
We initially planned to visit Bali, Komodo, and Flores, but after looking into it more, we came across Sumatra, which is less touristy... a real plus for us. However, skipping Bali might be a shame.
I was wondering if spending 12 days in Sumatra and finishing with about 7 days in Bali is a doable plan.
Hi,
I’m traveling with my 5-year-old son this summer to Northern Thailand, Northern Vietnam, Yunnan, and Indonesia. I plan to equip him with a GPS tracker, but the SIM cards come with a contract. Do you know what the options are in Asia?
Thanks,
Nora
Hi there,
We’d like to spend 2 days in Lyon in May with our 8- and 12-year-old kids, exploring the city on foot.
We’ll arrive on day 1 around 11 AM and leave on day 2 around 6 PM.
I’ve mapped out two routes and was wondering if they’re doable in our 2 days, and if you have any tips or info on visit prices.
We’re not sure where to stay yet, but we’d like to optimize by booking accommodation (hotel or Airbnb) between the two routes, maybe?
Hi there!
I’m planning a trip with my wife and our three kids (ages 9, 6, and 3) from April 16 to May 6.
I’ve started sketching out the itinerary, trying to alternate between visits, hikes, safaris, and downtime. I want to keep the pace relaxed given the kids’ ages.
Could you let me know what you think of this route? I removed Nuwara Eliya, which I had originally planned before Ella, to cut down on stops. I was also wondering if I should break up the Arugam Bay to Colombo leg with an overnight in Galle, since it’s a long drive.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Day 1 – 04/16: Wilpattu
Arrival at the airport (08:00) + transfer to Wilpattu (180 km, 4–5 h) + afternoon safari
Overnight: Wilpattu
Day 2 – 04/17: Wilpattu
Morning & afternoon safari
Overnight: Wilpattu
Day 3 – 04/18: Trincomalee
Transfer Wilpattu → Trincomalee (200 km, 4–5 h) + beach relaxation
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 4 – 04/19: Trincomalee
Nilaveli Beach
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 5 – 04/20: Trincomalee
Pigeon Island snorkeling
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 6 – 04/21: Trincomalee
Fort Frederick & relaxation
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 7 – 04/22: Sigiriya
Transfer Trincomalee → Sigiriya (120 km, ~3 h) + visit to Dambulla
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 8 – 04/23: Sigiriya
Sigiriya Rock
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 9 – 04/24: Sigiriya
Minneriya safari
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 10 – 04/25: Sigiriya
Polonnaruwa & village tour
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 11 – 04/26: Ella
Transfer Sigiriya → Ella (230 km, 5–6 h) + rest
Overnight: Ella
Day 12 – 04/27: Ella
Little Adam’s Peak & Nine Arches Bridge
Overnight: Ella
Day 13 – 04/28: Ella
Ella Rock
Overnight: Ella
Day 14 – 04/29: Ella
Tea Factory & relaxation
Overnight: Ella
Day 15 – 04/30: Yala
Transfer Ella → Yala (110 km, 2–3 h) + afternoon safari
Overnight: Yala
Day 16 – 05/01: Arugam Bay
Transfer Yala → Arugam Bay (80 km, 2.5–3 h) + beach time
Overnight: Arugam Bay
Day 17 – 05/02: Arugam Bay
Surfing & relaxation
Overnight: Arugam Bay
Day 18 – 05/03: Arugam Bay
Local exploration
Overnight: Arugam Bay
Day 19 – 05/04: Colombo
Transfer Arugam Bay → Colombo (320 km, 7–8 h) + rest
Overnight: Colombo
Day 20 – 05/05: Colombo
City tour & shopping
Overnight: Colombo
Day 21 – 05/06: Colombo
Morning return flight from Colombo
We’re heading to Sri Lanka for three weeks in July with two kids (ages 6 and 13).
We’ve drafted a rough itinerary but would love to hear from those who’ve already been there 😊
Of course, we want to see everything, but we have to make choices—even though three weeks on the ground lets us do quite a bit.
We originally planned a schedule that felt too packed, so we had to cut one stop. We decided to skip Tangalle, even though we were really tempted. The monsoon won’t let us swim there, and the weather in the south is too uncertain, so we preferred to keep our stops on the east coast. Plus, we don’t think it’s reasonable to cut nights from other places.
We’ve added a stop in Batticaloa, which we think will be a nice break between Arugam Bay and Sigiriya. What do you think?
We’re also debating between Batticaloa and Passikudah.
Does the itinerary seem logical to you?
Here it is:
Sri Lanka Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival around 1 PM at the airport
Night in Negombo
Day 2
Drive from Negombo to Galle
Visit Galle and surrounding areas
Night in Galle
Day 3
Visit Galle and surrounding areas
Night in Galle
Day 4
Visit Galle and surrounding areas
Drive from Galle to Udawalawe
Night in Udawalawe
Day 5
Visit Udawalawe National Park
Night in Udawalawe
Day 6
Drive from Udawalawe to Ella
Night in Ella
Day 7
Ella Rock
+ Nine Arch Bridge
Night in Ella
Day 8
Visit Haputale
Lipton’s Seat and Dambatenne Tea Factory
Train ride back from Haputale to Ella
Night in Ella
Day 9
Little Adam’s Peak
+ drive from Ella to Arugam Bay
Night in Arugam Bay
Day 10
Visit Arugam Bay and surrounding areas
Night in Arugam Bay
Day 11
Visit Arugam Bay and surrounding areas
Night in Arugam Bay
Day 12
Drive from Arugam Bay to Batticaloa
Night in Batticaloa
Day 13
Visit Batticaloa
Night in Batticaloa
Day 14
Drive from Batticaloa to Sigiriya
Night in Sigiriya
Day 15
Lion Rock and Pidurangala
Night in Sigiriya
Day 16
Visit Dambulla
Drive from Sigiriya to Trincomalee
Night in Trincomalee
Day 17
Visit Trincomalee and surrounding areas
Night in Trincomalee
Day 18
Visit Trincomalee and surrounding areas
Night in Trincomalee
Day 19
Drive from Trincomalee to Anuradhapura
Night in Anuradhapura
Day 20
Visit Anuradhapura
Night in Anuradhapura
Day 21
Visit Mihintale
Drive from Anuradhapura to Negombo
Night in Negombo
Day 22
Day in Negombo and return flight
We’d love to hear your thoughts and tips! Thanks in advance!
We’re planning a 4-month trip in spring 2027. We’re looking for a third destination that optimizes transport costs. Ideally, somewhere very different from the other two (Polynesia and Indonesia). Thanks
Hi everyone!
We’re so excited to be heading to Italy for the first time this April with our two kids for a week. We’ve booked our round-trip flight, and we’ll be arriving and departing from Pisa.
Our rough plan so far includes visiting Pisa, taking the train to Florence, and exploring the Cinque Terre. Last night, a friend also suggested adding Siena to the list.
Our kids are 12 and 9 and are used to walking, but we’re not looking to rush around too much. We’d love any advice, especially about accommodation. Should we stay in Pisa and take day trips by train, or split our nights between a couple of different places?
We’re just starting our research, so any tips would be amazing! 😉
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone.
A few days ago, I asked my 14-year-old son to pick a destination for a trip, and he chose Germany. So, we’re heading to Berlin for four days in February. The catch is that I don’t know this city (or this country) at all—I hadn’t even considered visiting just a month ago .
Could you please share some suggestions to make this first mother-son trip abroad a success? 🙂
Thanks for your tips and great deals.
Nanyne
Next summer, we (2 adults and a 12-year-old child) have decided to visit Japan.
Admittedly, it’s still early to plan everything, but my wife will soon need to request her vacation time—either in August or July... and we’re hesitating.
I know summer isn’t the ideal time to visit Japan, but we don’t really have a choice... It’s either July or August. On one hand, I’d love to experience the O-Bon festivities from August 14th to 16th, and I’ve drafted an initial itinerary that would let us experience the Gujo Hachiman Bon Odori, possibly visit the Okunoin Cemetery in Koyasan, and be in Kyoto on the 16th for the Gozan Okuribi fires. But on the other hand, I’m worried it’ll be *packed*, especially in Kyoto, and less enjoyable than in July. So, have any of you experienced these celebrations? Are they worth it? Too crowded? Do you know of other celebrations or festivals in July?
Thanks for your input!
I’m reaching out because I’ve already read tons of info from other forums (thanks a million, by the way!) and blogs, but now I’m overwhelmed with details and have so many questions. I’m really hoping you can help us figure this out! Here’s the plan:
We’re leaving France for Senegal in our camper van (with two kids, aged 4 and 7), then shipping the van to South Africa before heading to Namibia. We’re planning to leave this summer and should arrive in South Africa in early September. The goal is to reach Réunion by early December, which gives us 3 months to explore Southern Africa. Originally, we wanted to pick up the van in Cape Town, head up to Namibia, and visit the main parks and iconic spots, then go north to Botswana (Etosha Park) and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) before heading back down to South Africa to enjoy the milder temperatures while exploring the country. But now we’re wondering how to get back to South Africa. We’ve come up with three options:
- Head back down through Botswana: I’ve read everywhere that Botswana isn’t recommended for kids under 6 (most parks) because it can be potentially dangerous—few enclosures for animals (even though we have a camper van with "secure" beds), and the agencies we’ve contacted don’t recommend it. Plus, southern Botswana is tough to navigate in a camper van.
- Return from central Botswana (Maun) to Windhoek and drive back to Cape Town via Namibia.
- Cross Zimbabwe and potentially Mozambique to head down to Kruger Park and Johannesburg.
Anyone familiar with this region have any recommendations?
Also, is it necessary to book accommodations in advance? Is that only required in certain countries (maybe Botswana/Zimbabwe)? We’d like a mix of camping and lodges.
Hi there,
We’re planning a two-week trip to Colombia with our two kids at the end of July – early August, with a round-trip flight to Cartagena.
What itinerary would you recommend, knowing we’d prefer to avoid domestic flights?
We were thinking of Cartagena, Tayrona Park, Mompox, and maybe an island.
Do you think it’s a shame to skip big cities like Bogotá or Medellín?
Thanks so much in advance for your help!
Good morning! We're heading to Cape Verde for 2 weeks at the end of April—São Vicente, Boa Vista, and Santiago. We’re a family of 5: 3 kids (4, 6, and 12) and 2 adults.
My questions revolve around beaches (a spot with interesting snorkeling and safe swimming for the kids), accommodation (kid-friendly, parks nearby, pool, beach, or nature—more like guesthouses or family-run pensions), hikes (accessible for kids), and whether renting a car makes sense depending on the island, even though local buses are an adventure in themselves.
**Santiago:**
- Beach & snorkeling: Tarrafal, Quebra Canela in Praia, Ribeira da Barca (okay for kids?), Águas Belas?
- Any nice places to stay?
- Hikes: Malagueta?, Baobab Boa Entrada, Pico António (accessible? elevation gain, time to climb, difficulty, interest for kids?)
**Boa Vista:**
- Beach + snorkeling: Santa Mónica, Praia de Chaves, Gatas, ... Estoril Beach in Sal Rei maybe?
- Can we swim at Turtle Bay to see the turtles even though it’s not nesting season?
- Any nice places to stay?
- Hikes: Viana Desert? Can we explore it solo by renting a 4x4 and easily find the points of interest?
- Is it worth renting a 4x4 for our stay in Boa Vista?
**São Vicente:**
- Beach + snorkeling: Laginha, Porto Grande, Praia Grande, Baía das Gatas, São Pedro...? (safe, good snorkeling?)
- Any nice places to stay?
- Hikes: cliffs?, Monte Verde?
Thanks for your feedback, great tips—especially for accommodation where we’re totally in the dark! And your thoughts on whether renting a car is a good idea and which beaches are safest for kids.
Hi,
We’d like to visit the Alpes de Haute-Provence for 2 weeks with our 2 (adult) kids.
Any ideas for things to see and do?
Where should we choose our accommodation (house only) to be centrally located for sightseeing? We’re looking for villages with restaurants and bakeries.
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Best regards
Hi there, we’re heading to Tuscany in the second half of August with two kids (8 and 6 years old).
We’ve zeroed in on the area around Siena and Florence for now.
I’m looking for recommendations on places to stay and things to see that are great for families.
Also, just to add, we’ll be traveling by train and plan to rent a car once we’re there—any tips on car rental companies?
Hello everyone,
We’ve decided to head to Quebec next year—it’s been a dream for the whole family (after watching so many travel shows and the like...). There’ll be five of us: 2 adults, 2 teens (16 and 13), and a child (8 years old). We’re all pretty good walkers, though maybe the teens a little less so—it’s just that age, you know? 😊 That said, they’ve got no problem doing 15 km hikes, just not every single day.
We’re planning to go from July 23 to August 14, arriving and departing from Montreal, so almost 3 weeks.
I’ve started looking into logistics and accommodation prices, but before I dive into bookings, I’d love some advice on the itinerary. I’ve read a few threads here and there.
Our idea is to visit between 3 and 5 different places over the 3 weeks, so that means the same number of accommodations. The goal is to optimize travel as much as possible—I’ve realized that getting around can take a long time.
I think the first two days will be in Montreal to adjust to the time difference, and the last two in Quebec City, though that’s not set in stone.
Anyway, I’m not really sure about the route. I’ve got time to plan everything, but I know the longer we wait, the more expensive and scarce accommodations will get.
Same goes for budget—we’ve set aside a mid-range budget, flights included: 3k per person (1k for the flight). So if you’ve got any great tips or advice, we’re all ears!
I was thinking of going up the St. Lawrence River, but I’m not sure how long that takes or where to stop. Maybe there are other places worth visiting farther away...
Anyway, thanks for reading this far! If you’ve got any questions, don’t hesitate.
I hope you're starting this new year with your head full of travel memories or plans!!
I’d love to spend a week in July on a Greek island with my 8-year-old son. I’m totally in love with Amorgos, but not all the beaches are accessible for him. I’ve been to Santorini and Naxos before and don’t want to go back. Would you have an island to recommend that’s not too crowded 😕, with a few accessible beaches and where we won’t have to fight to get around or park?
A few months ago, I posted a message in the Southern Africa section about a family trip in July/August. In the end, since I had too much trouble deciding on the destination and procrastinated too much with the planning 😎, I changed my mind and we’re going for a completely different trip—to Madagascar, a country we already know a bit since we’ve traveled there several times for 4 to 6 months each time, though our last visit was back in 2012!
The tickets are booked: 19 days on the ground (excluding arrival and departure days in Tana), spanning July and August.
We’re not looking to rack up landscapes (and kilometers). The kids really want to see lots of animals, while we mostly want to show them what daily life is like in Malagasy villages. So ideally, we’d like a trip split into two parts:
- For 8/10 days, a hiking portion. The idea isn’t to do a tough trek in very remote areas but rather to walk from one village to another. Let’s say 3-4 hours a day. And when we arrive in each village, we’d have time to explore a bit, chat with the locals, let our kids play with the village children, etc. Stay with locals when possible. Move to a new village every day or every 2-3 days.
- A few days visiting 1 or 2 national parks (with lemurs if possible to keep everyone happy!)
- With the inevitable travel days, we’ll quickly hit 19 days.
Does this kind of trip sound doable (and fun) to you? Do you know of any villages that would fit our hiking plans?
I don’t have a preferred region yet, except that very dry landscapes appeal to me less. My real love from past trips was the highlands and their bright green rice paddies against red earth, but I’m a bit worried about the cold at this time of year.
After my initial research (thanks to this forum), I get the impression that the Ambalavao/Ambohimahamasina area might meet our criteria. I saw there are "accueil paysan" (farm stays) in that area, which could match what we’re looking for and would let us visit Andringitra National Park and Ranomafana on the way there or back.
But I’m open to all your more original ideas!
For logistical questions (transport, guides, accommodations, etc.), I’ll tackle those later—it’ll depend on the area we choose.
We’re a family with young kids (6 years old, 3 years old, and a newborn) and we’d like to spend about ten days in Aquitaine (in Gironde or Les Landes).
We’d love to be near pretty villages to visit and, if possible, close to the sea.
We’re planning to stay at a campsite with a pool so the kids can play.
Could you recommend any places/villages/campsites for us?
We don’t know the region at all.
We’re a family of five (our kids are 6, 15, and 19) and we’d love to go somewhere warm with our feet in the water during the first two weeks of August 2026. We’d also like to do some cultural visits and a bit of hiking. We were thinking of Guadeloupe—I know it’s not the ideal time of year, but we don’t have much flexibility. Is it really a bad idea, or can we still enjoy it despite the weather?
Another option for us would be Madeira, which seems more reliable weather-wise, but it sounds like the beaches are less accessible and not as nice.
We haven’t really looked elsewhere because everything else (except the Canary Islands, Balearics, or Corsica) seems way too expensive. But if you’ve got any recommendations, don’t hesitate—we’re just starting to look into it.
