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Traveler Reviews and Recommendations for Taiwan
Hi,
My departure is coming up soon—two months backpacking in Taiwan, so much to discover! I’d love to hear about your travel experiences.
My main interests are meeting people, understanding how things work, hiking, and nature in general. I’ve also done a lot of reading about Taiwan’s complex situation. I do stone sculpture. I also want to visit Orchid Island for its history. Marie
My main interests are meeting people, understanding how things work, hiking, and nature in general. I’ve also done a lot of reading about Taiwan’s complex situation. I do stone sculpture. I also want to visit Orchid Island for its history. Marie
Wi-Fi in Taiwan and budget-friendly hotels
Hi everyone who’s reading this!
I’m heading to Taiwan soon and would love some up-to-date info on Wi-Fi. From what I’ve gathered, Taiwan offers it for free, but I’ve heard it’s not secure since it’s not protected by a "password." Since I’ve been traveling outside the EU for years without a local SIM card, I only use Wi-Fi in hotels, restaurants, and cafés. For me, that’s more than enough. So, my question is: Do these places secure their Wi-Fi with a "password"? If not, does buying a SIM card or eSIM seem like the only alternative?
Also, if any of you have recommendations for budget-friendly hotels in the main "cities," I’d love to hear them!
Thanks in advance for your replies! !
I’m heading to Taiwan soon and would love some up-to-date info on Wi-Fi. From what I’ve gathered, Taiwan offers it for free, but I’ve heard it’s not secure since it’s not protected by a "password." Since I’ve been traveling outside the EU for years without a local SIM card, I only use Wi-Fi in hotels, restaurants, and cafés. For me, that’s more than enough. So, my question is: Do these places secure their Wi-Fi with a "password"? If not, does buying a SIM card or eSIM seem like the only alternative?
Also, if any of you have recommendations for budget-friendly hotels in the main "cities," I’d love to hear them!
Thanks in advance for your replies! !
Nature hikes or urban walks in Taiwan
Hi everyone, I’m preparing for a one-month trip in October. I’m traveling solo and would love to explore the countryside, but I’m also wondering if there are any themed urban hikes or walks. In Japan, I did some themed city tours, especially by bike.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
Marie
Exploring the Lower North Shore and Labrador – Come Join the Adventure!
After visiting Newfoundland Island, we took the ferry to Blanc-Sablon, a municipality located on the Lower North Shore in Quebec, Canada.
Instead of heading back to Quebec via Sydney in Nova Scotia, we decided to explore the Lower North Shore—the least-known region of Quebec—as well as Labrador, which is part of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
From Blanc-Sablon, we drove to the municipality of Vieux-Fort via Route 138. This road ends in that municipality.
Afterward, we crossed Labrador to return to the Old Capital. Only one road allows this route. It wasn’t fully paved during our trip, but it is now.
We made stops in different areas to go on hikes that let us discover some incredible landscapes.
I hope this travel journal inspires you to venture into these stunning regions.
Videos are embedded throughout the summary. Click on the image to start the video.
Lower North Shore:
Lower North Shore - Blanc-Sablon - Brador Falls Lookout Lower North Shore - Blanc-Sablon - Astragalus Trail (Milk-Vetch Trail) Lower North Shore - Bonne-Espérance - Granny Hill Trail
Labrador:
Red Bay - Tracey Hill Trail Mary's Harbour - White Water Falls Trail Mary's Harbour - Gin Cove Hiking Trail Mary's Harbour - Dr. Moret Hiking Trail Happy Valley-Goose Bay - Birch Island Walk North West River - Sunday Hill Lookout Trail Churchill Falls - Bowdoin Canyon Nature Trail Labrador City - Tanya Lake Loop Trail Labrador City - Crystal Falls Hiking Trail
North Shore
North Shore - Manic 2, 3, 5 Hydroelectric Plants and Daniel-Johnson Dam Baie-Comeau - Pioneers Park Tadoussac Village
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More landscapes of the Lower North Shore, Labrador, and the North Shore
Instead of heading back to Quebec via Sydney in Nova Scotia, we decided to explore the Lower North Shore—the least-known region of Quebec—as well as Labrador, which is part of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
From Blanc-Sablon, we drove to the municipality of Vieux-Fort via Route 138. This road ends in that municipality.
Afterward, we crossed Labrador to return to the Old Capital. Only one road allows this route. It wasn’t fully paved during our trip, but it is now.
We made stops in different areas to go on hikes that let us discover some incredible landscapes.
I hope this travel journal inspires you to venture into these stunning regions.
Videos are embedded throughout the summary. Click on the image to start the video.
Lower North Shore:
Lower North Shore - Blanc-Sablon - Brador Falls Lookout Lower North Shore - Blanc-Sablon - Astragalus Trail (Milk-Vetch Trail) Lower North Shore - Bonne-Espérance - Granny Hill Trail
Labrador:
Red Bay - Tracey Hill Trail Mary's Harbour - White Water Falls Trail Mary's Harbour - Gin Cove Hiking Trail Mary's Harbour - Dr. Moret Hiking Trail Happy Valley-Goose Bay - Birch Island Walk North West River - Sunday Hill Lookout Trail Churchill Falls - Bowdoin Canyon Nature Trail Labrador City - Tanya Lake Loop Trail Labrador City - Crystal Falls Hiking Trail
North Shore
North Shore - Manic 2, 3, 5 Hydroelectric Plants and Daniel-Johnson Dam Baie-Comeau - Pioneers Park Tadoussac Village
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More landscapes of the Lower North Shore, Labrador, and the North Shore
Solo trip to Nunavut: boat travel and accommodations
Hi there, I’m starting to look into traveling to Quebec but mostly up North, so I’m looking for info on boat travel and accommodation options. Just doing some trip planning—I’m traveling solo. Best, Marie
Traveling to Mongolia in Winter: Practical Info and Experience Feedback
Hi everyone, here are some practical tips from my 5 weeks in Mongolia in February.
The famous Lonely Planet paper guide mostly gives wrong information—we often got let down.
From the airport to the city center (25 km), there are normally buses, but it’s not straightforward, especially for your return trip. Check with the tourism office on Genghis Khan Square.
If you need to stay more than 30 days, your hotel can request an extension for you online. Do this immediately because it can take time. At customs, you’ll get an extra stamp. Each day costs a very small fee, and no photo is needed.
I only travel by public transport. Don’t follow the paper guide, and remember there are buses running daily between Ulaanbaatar and Ölgii (and other routes).
The main issue is finding out the departure time and location. Insist strongly with your hotel—the bus might pass in the middle of the night. Locals have the drivers’ numbers and will let them know there are passengers to pick up. You pay on the bus.
From Karakorum Monastery, if you want to reach Arvaikheer via the mountains, the route is truly stunning. The postal service has a 6-seater van that leaves around 1 PM from the post office—ask around. This avoids going back to Ulaanbaatar. Plus, the van stops right in the center of Arvaikheer, next to a hotel that’s a really ugly red but has good rooms, great prices, and friendly staff.
The Black Market isn’t far, and neither are the city’s two museums.
The yurt camp next to the monastery is well-maintained, with very kind people. It gets too hot in winter, so you’ll have to sleep with the door open.
Ulaanbaatar There are two main long-distance bus stations: "Dragon Station." They’re far from the city center, so take a bus or a taxi—allow plenty of time to get there.
The city is constantly congested and polluted. Climate change is a very visible issue here.
To see a wrestling match in Ulaanbaatar, go directly to the "stadium" on Peace Avenue. Matches often take place at 11 AM, and tickets are sold on-site. Bus No. 1 goes there, among others.
For the Black Market, taking the bus is faster. You’ll find everything for daily life—fabrics, dishes, etc. But be careful: the "antique dealers" don’t provide authenticity papers, and you could get stopped at customs. Stick to the antique dealers in the city center.
I was really disappointed by the Lunar New Year—nothing happens outside, shops and banks are closed. Make sure to bring food, though ATMs work.
To exchange money, go to the 4th floor of the "state store" across from Beatles Park on Peace Avenue. The exchange rate seems good.
There are many great museums in Ulaanbaatar and smaller towns—worth a visit, even if you sometimes have to hunt for the keys and lights. However, the art galleries in Ulaanbaatar no longer exist (at least not when I was there).
I stayed at GoldenGobi Guesthouse—very family-like atmosphere, right in the center, and budget-friendly. They can also help organize things. There’s a kitchen and a terrace for summer, and it’s just a short walk from the "state store" and museums.
The Thousand Camel Festival in Dalanzadgad takes place at the end of January—check the dates, as climate change may shift them.
There’s a direct bus from "Dragon Station" very early in the morning. For accommodation, I stayed at "Happy Bee Hostel," which is well-located on the festival route. It has 3 nice dorms and a small kitchen, and the owner is very friendly. The place was clean.
The festival is 5 km away, but hitchhiking works really well. It lasts 3 days and is free. Day 1: Introductions, networking, and handicrafts. Day 2: Archery (men’s and women’s), camel presentations, and camel polo. Day 3: Camel races, beauty contests, and training demonstrations. There are several yurts where you can enjoy culinary tastings—very pleasant when it’s a bit windy and cold.
You can eat on-site throughout the festival.
There’s also the Ice Festival in the north, which lasts 3 weeks—look into it.
Alcohol (vodka and very strong Mongolian alcohol—cheap) I never encountered any issues on the road—there are lots of police checks. However, I did witness several nighttime fights in hotels. I always made sure my door locked and let the shouting and punches fly. I only took out my whistle if I heard a woman screaming, but usually, it’s just men drinking in their rooms.
I didn’t experience any specific issues as a woman.
Health: Don’t forget your prescriptions. I used SMECTA (a digestive aid), which helped when I couldn’t refuse mutton dumplings—I’m not a big meat eater.
That’s all—I’m sure I forgot some things. I chose winter to attend the Camel Festival and also because there are no tourists or 4x4s everywhere. The downside is that there’s a lot of snow, especially near the Kazakh region, and sometimes it’s impossible to go off the beaten path. Near Ölgii, summer must offer some great hikes. Marie
The famous Lonely Planet paper guide mostly gives wrong information—we often got let down.
From the airport to the city center (25 km), there are normally buses, but it’s not straightforward, especially for your return trip. Check with the tourism office on Genghis Khan Square.
If you need to stay more than 30 days, your hotel can request an extension for you online. Do this immediately because it can take time. At customs, you’ll get an extra stamp. Each day costs a very small fee, and no photo is needed.
I only travel by public transport. Don’t follow the paper guide, and remember there are buses running daily between Ulaanbaatar and Ölgii (and other routes).
The main issue is finding out the departure time and location. Insist strongly with your hotel—the bus might pass in the middle of the night. Locals have the drivers’ numbers and will let them know there are passengers to pick up. You pay on the bus.
From Karakorum Monastery, if you want to reach Arvaikheer via the mountains, the route is truly stunning. The postal service has a 6-seater van that leaves around 1 PM from the post office—ask around. This avoids going back to Ulaanbaatar. Plus, the van stops right in the center of Arvaikheer, next to a hotel that’s a really ugly red but has good rooms, great prices, and friendly staff.
The Black Market isn’t far, and neither are the city’s two museums.
The yurt camp next to the monastery is well-maintained, with very kind people. It gets too hot in winter, so you’ll have to sleep with the door open.
Ulaanbaatar There are two main long-distance bus stations: "Dragon Station." They’re far from the city center, so take a bus or a taxi—allow plenty of time to get there.
The city is constantly congested and polluted. Climate change is a very visible issue here.
To see a wrestling match in Ulaanbaatar, go directly to the "stadium" on Peace Avenue. Matches often take place at 11 AM, and tickets are sold on-site. Bus No. 1 goes there, among others.
For the Black Market, taking the bus is faster. You’ll find everything for daily life—fabrics, dishes, etc. But be careful: the "antique dealers" don’t provide authenticity papers, and you could get stopped at customs. Stick to the antique dealers in the city center.
I was really disappointed by the Lunar New Year—nothing happens outside, shops and banks are closed. Make sure to bring food, though ATMs work.
To exchange money, go to the 4th floor of the "state store" across from Beatles Park on Peace Avenue. The exchange rate seems good.
There are many great museums in Ulaanbaatar and smaller towns—worth a visit, even if you sometimes have to hunt for the keys and lights. However, the art galleries in Ulaanbaatar no longer exist (at least not when I was there).
I stayed at GoldenGobi Guesthouse—very family-like atmosphere, right in the center, and budget-friendly. They can also help organize things. There’s a kitchen and a terrace for summer, and it’s just a short walk from the "state store" and museums.
The Thousand Camel Festival in Dalanzadgad takes place at the end of January—check the dates, as climate change may shift them.
There’s a direct bus from "Dragon Station" very early in the morning. For accommodation, I stayed at "Happy Bee Hostel," which is well-located on the festival route. It has 3 nice dorms and a small kitchen, and the owner is very friendly. The place was clean.
The festival is 5 km away, but hitchhiking works really well. It lasts 3 days and is free. Day 1: Introductions, networking, and handicrafts. Day 2: Archery (men’s and women’s), camel presentations, and camel polo. Day 3: Camel races, beauty contests, and training demonstrations. There are several yurts where you can enjoy culinary tastings—very pleasant when it’s a bit windy and cold.
You can eat on-site throughout the festival.
There’s also the Ice Festival in the north, which lasts 3 weeks—look into it.
Alcohol (vodka and very strong Mongolian alcohol—cheap) I never encountered any issues on the road—there are lots of police checks. However, I did witness several nighttime fights in hotels. I always made sure my door locked and let the shouting and punches fly. I only took out my whistle if I heard a woman screaming, but usually, it’s just men drinking in their rooms.
I didn’t experience any specific issues as a woman.
Health: Don’t forget your prescriptions. I used SMECTA (a digestive aid), which helped when I couldn’t refuse mutton dumplings—I’m not a big meat eater.
That’s all—I’m sure I forgot some things. I chose winter to attend the Camel Festival and also because there are no tourists or 4x4s everywhere. The downside is that there’s a lot of snow, especially near the Kazakh region, and sometimes it’s impossible to go off the beaten path. Near Ölgii, summer must offer some great hikes. Marie
Traveling in the Altai Mountains in Mongolia: staying with a nomadic family and taking the Trans-Siberian
Hi there,
I’m planning to spend two months in Mongolia, and I’d love to be welcomed by a nomadic or semi-nomadic family in the Altai Mountains. I can work and, of course, contribute money for my stay! Has anyone already had this experience? Also, is it still possible today to take the Trans-Siberian to Novosibirsk and then cross the Russia-Mongolia border at Tashanta?
Looking forward to your replies!
Thanks
Winter local transportation and getting around in Mongolia
Hi everyone, I’m setting off to put one foot in front of the other for 5 weeks in Mongolia starting mid-January. I always travel like the locals do—buses, shared "taxis," trucks... Has anyone here had experience with winter transportation there?
Weather-wise, I’ve dealt with extreme cold before, so I’m all set with gear.
See you soon, Marie
Weather-wise, I’ve dealt with extreme cold before, so I’m all set with gear.
See you soon, Marie
Currency exchange in Paris
Hi there, I'm in Paris and looking to exchange some Tugrik bills. Maybe someone has some they brought back?
Thanks so much!
Have a great day
Solo trip to Mongolia in winter
Hello, so happy to be back on the forum! I’m heading off alone in mid-January for 5 weeks in Mongolia. I’d love all your tips—transport, accommodation, you name it…
For the cold, I think I’m used to it since I used to travel in Siberia, but that’s over now.
Looking forward to hearing from you! M
For the cold, I think I’m used to it since I used to travel in Siberia, but that’s over now.
Looking forward to hearing from you! M
Se loger à Sao Tomé et à Principe
Bonjour a vous toutes et tous,
Je regarde toujours avec beaucoup d’intérêt les discutions sur ces deux iles, le prix de l’avion est élevé mais bon si je fais des économies ca devrais être possible, j'ai deux questions
* Une sur hébergement, je vois souvent des très prix très élevés, c'est pas mon type de logement pendant mes voyages, y a t'il des solutions ?
* Si j'ai bien regardé toutes les informations le visa pour les français est de 30 jrs , c'est pas beaucoup, je deviens de plus en plus lente 🙂, je travaille plus alors je prends mon temps pour rencontrer les gens et la nature
Merci pour vos retours d'expérience
A bientôt Marie
Je regarde toujours avec beaucoup d’intérêt les discutions sur ces deux iles, le prix de l’avion est élevé mais bon si je fais des économies ca devrais être possible, j'ai deux questions
* Une sur hébergement, je vois souvent des très prix très élevés, c'est pas mon type de logement pendant mes voyages, y a t'il des solutions ?
* Si j'ai bien regardé toutes les informations le visa pour les français est de 30 jrs , c'est pas beaucoup, je deviens de plus en plus lente 🙂, je travaille plus alors je prends mon temps pour rencontrer les gens et la nature
Merci pour vos retours d'expérience
A bientôt Marie
Passage de l'Azerbaïdjan en Iran ou vice versa
Bonjour,
Alors voilà je me pose la question administrative du passage de l'Azerbaïdjan en Iran, je voyage en individuelle et par les transports en commun.Pensez vous qu'il est préférable de faire Azerbaïdjan, Arménie, Iran ? Je n'ai pas d'impératif et j'ai du temps, quel privilège!!!
À bientôt
Marie
Rejoindre Principe par bateau ou avion
Bonjour, une question je regarde la possibilité pour visiter Sao Thomè mais je pensais commencer par Principe.
le bateau ? L'avion ? Une grosse différence de budget ? J'ai un mois pour faire les deux
A bientôt et merci de votre aide
Marie
Visa d'affaires 3 mois multiples entrées en Russie (à moto)
Bonjour à tous,
Je recherche des informations récentes sur d'éventuels problèmes qu'aurait pu rencontrer des voyageurs en moto en Russie avec un visa d'affaires. Action visa délivre ce type de visa sans problème même pour quelqu'un qui ne fait que du tourisme !
En 2014, je suis allé en Mongolie par les pays en stan. Puis retour par la Russie avec un visa de tourisme 30 jours 2 entrées, le problème c'est que s'est tendu avec 30 jours vue la distance à parcourir sachant que le compte à rebours démarre à la première entrée!
A partir de fin mai je compte repartir 4 mois en Asie centrale jusqu'en Mongolie puis Vladivostock et retour vers l'ouest jusqu'à Saint Pétersbourg! De ce fait il me faut un visa plus long!
J'ai entendu dire récemment par un motard routard lors de rassemblement d'aventuriers que des voyageurs aurait eu des problèmes avec un visa d'affaires sachant qu'il ne faisait que tu tourisme...
Par contre je n'ai rencontré aucune personne ayant eu un problème avec ce type de visa lors de son voyage en Russie!
Question : Avez vous vous même rencontrez des problèmes ou difficultés avec un visa d'affaires sachant que vous étiez en Russie pour du tourisme?
Je recherche des informations fiables et vérifiées.
Merci d'avance à tous pour vos réponses!
Bonne journée.
Claude.
Frontière Arménie - Iran (à vélo)
Bonjour, bonjour,
J'envisage un périple à vélo en Arménie et en Géorgie.
Je voudrais me rapprocher de la frontière avec l'Iran, peut-être entrer dans le pays. Qui pourrait me dire ce qu'il en est au sujet de la sécurité ? Le Min. des Affaires Étrangères déconseille de se rapprocher de la frontière mais il est souvent alarmiste pour rien.
Meg2 me dit que c'est sans problème, mais si quelqu'un-e était récemment allée dans le coin, je serais preneuse d'informations récentes (y trouve-t-on du gaz ?).
Aussi sur des itinéraires ou sites sympas dans ces deux pays.
D'avance merci.
Voyage camping-car jusqu'à Irkoutsk et croisière sur le lac Baïkal
En 2019 j'envisage de me rendre en camping car jusqu'à Irkoutsk et d'effectuer une croisière de 6 jours sur le lac Baïkal.
Je prévois de suivre le même itinéraire et les mêmes étapes que le Paris Pékin pour la partie Russe.
Je sollicite les camping caristes qui auraient déjà effectué ce parcours pour m'indiquer les sites de bivouac (adresses, coordonnées gps , etc)qu'ils ont utilisés sur le parcours.
Remerciements par avance
moutarin 38
Voyage de Turquie en Iran l'hiver
Bonjour, je cherche un retour d'expérience sur un voyage l'hiver de la Turquie jusqu'à l'Iran
Merci à bientôt. Marie
Billets d'avion pour la Tanzanie
Bonjour à tous,
Je recherche des conseils pour réserver 5 billets d'avion pour la tanzanie. Départ lyon le 19 décembre direction la tanzanie Retour Zanzibar le 3 janvier direction Lyon
J'ai interrogé 3 grandes compagnies (Airfrance, KLM, Kenya airways et suis au même prix 6500 Cela vous semble correcte ? ou faut il que je poursuive mes recherches autrement ? Merci à tous pour vos bons conseils. Sophie
Je recherche des conseils pour réserver 5 billets d'avion pour la tanzanie. Départ lyon le 19 décembre direction la tanzanie Retour Zanzibar le 3 janvier direction Lyon
J'ai interrogé 3 grandes compagnies (Airfrance, KLM, Kenya airways et suis au même prix 6500 Cela vous semble correcte ? ou faut il que je poursuive mes recherches autrement ? Merci à tous pour vos bons conseils. Sophie
Azerbaïdjan: obtention du e-Visa
Quels documents exactement faut-il fournir afin d'obtenir le E visa par internet ?
Chauffeur-guide pour le nord du Pakistan
J'aimerais faire un petit tour au Nord du Pakistan avec mon fils l'été prochain.
J'envisage de visiter:
Lahore, Islamabad, Peschawar, Chitral (rencontrer les Kalash), Swat, Hunza, Gilgit, Islamabad.
On ne recherche pas les treks ni particulièrement les montagnes mais plutôt la rencontre avec les différentes ethnies .
Connaissez-vous un chauffeur guide qui pourrait nous emmener pour pas trop cher?
