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On voudrez partir avec 2copines en Tunisie mais quelques personnes nous le déconseille parce qu'elles trouvent que c'est trop dangeureux pour 3 jeunes filles seules

Qu'en pensez vous sincèrement sachant que nous n'allons tout de meme pas nous ballader dans de petites rues tardivement...

Merci de repondre nombreux et honnetement😏

Nous envisageons de partir à 4 adultes au dans le sud marocain fin décembre 2005 pour environ 8 jours.

C'est un premier voyage au Maroc..

Quelles sont les 3 ou 4 destinations à ne pas manquer? .

Merci de vos suggestions. 😉

DOMINIQUE

Bonjours a tous

Je pars pour le maroc du 13 mars au 22 mars, 😎😎😎 mais je ne connais pas du tout cette region et vu que j y serais pas tres longtemps j aimerais avoir qque conseils d itineraires possibles et interessant. En gros j arrive le midi a marrakech donc j ai le temps de trouver un hotel, auberge ou autre...

D ailleurs si vous avez des conseils? De rester une journé et demi sur marrakech et apres de bouger pendant 5-6 jours avant de prendre du bon temps a marrakech pendant 2 jours et d acheter des ptites choses. Donc je suis preneur de tout anecdotes, bons plans, suggestions d itineraires....budget, temps de transport(bus, train?)??? 🤪 Et au fait question temps, le Maroc ca donne quoi?

Merci

Nous pensons faire la Crète en 15 jours en voiture, quel itinéraire me conseillez-vous? Quel endroit mérite un peu plus qu'une étape d'une nuit puisque nous avons un peu de temps (les catalogues ont l'air de proposer le plus souvent des tours d'une semaine)

merci pour tous vos renseignements

Salut à tous, Je pars le 20 février pour 3 semaines au Maroc. Je serais intéressé que quelques uns me disent ce qu'ils pensent de mon projet de parcours et surtout s'il est réaliste sans faire appel à des agences ou louer une voiture.

Je commence d'abord par passer 3 ou 4 jours sur Rabat pour aller voir une amie, ensuite je descends sur Essaouira pour 2 ou 3 jours. Après cela je pense bouger sur Marrakech et y rester 2 ou 3 jours également mais pas plus (généralement je n'aime pas trop les villes très touristiques) Jusque là je ne pense pas qu'il y ait de problème.

Ensuite j'envisage de faire une étape à Ouarzazate avant de m'engager dans la Vallée du Drâa (Zagora, Mhamid, les Dunes de Chigaga...). Après cela je souhaite enchaîner avec la Vallée du Dades (Boumalne du Dades, la Vallée des Roses, les Gorges du Dades, les Gorges du Todgha, Merzouga...)

Enfin, et si il me reste du temps (ce qui n'est pas évident), j'aimerai passer par Fès ou Meknes avant de repasser sur Rabat la veille de mon retour.

Donc voilà, pouvez vous me dire combien de temps est nécessaire pour faire la Vallée du Drâa et la Vallée du Dades tranquillement, sans courrir en permanence après un bus ou un taxi brousse. Et d'ailleurs est-ce que l'on profite bien de ces vallées si on ne loue pas de voiture. (je me doute que c'est mieux avec mais vu que je suis seul, je n'ai pas envie de dépenser 30 euros par jour là dedans)

Si au vu du parcours vous pensez qu'il y a des choses à ne pas rater, n'hésitez pas à me le dire. Si vous pensez que certaines choses pourront être faîtes durant un autre voyage, dîtes le également (le Maroc, ce n'est pas si loin)

D'avance merci pour votre avis et le temps que vous allez passer à me le donner. Que viaje bien ! ced

bonjour a tous

j'aimerais partir bientot pour le sud marocain au départ de marrakech pour zagora par la route a pied et certainement par bus et taxi . j'aimerais avoir des renseignements concernant les villes et villages sympa a visiter ainsi que d'adresse d'hotel ou chambres d'hote bon marchés et tout les bons tuyaux sont bien venu

merçi d'avance Cyrille.

bonjour,

j'ai très envie de partir au ladakh cette année pour un trek d'une 10aine de jours.

quelqu'un a-t-il déjà fait le trek classique de la vallée de Markha? comment est-ce? y-a-til "bcp" de monde?

quid d'autres treks (+/- 10 jours) au ladakh/zanskar?

nic

bonjour à tous !

Bon et bien je pars 1 semaine au Maroc en janvier et je vais faire un petit périple dans le sud mais je me demandais si le nord n'était peut-être pas mieux ? J'ai vu qu'il y a pas mal de villes impériales dans le nord mais comme je ne peux pas tout faire, j'avais l'intention de faire Marrakech et une partie du sud marocain (Ourzazate...etc)...est-ce que c'est une belle région? le climat en janvier est-il plutôt sympathique ? y-a-t'il des choses insolites à ne pas louper ? merci pour vos réponses 😎

Bonjour,

l'année prochaine, je vais aller plusieurs mois en asie et je vais commencer par 6 semaines en chine, plus précisement guanxi, Yunnan, guizhou et Sichuan.

Avez-vous des adresses sympas de guest house que vous avez aimé et qui n'est pas trop cher?

Merci😏

Bonjour tout le monde,

Est-ce que quelqu'un pourrait me donner des suggestions en ce qui concerne les prix des auberges jeunesses et du coût d'un voyage en Europe de un mois puisque mon copain et moi désirons partir vers le mois de mai. J'aimerais aussi savoir si quelqu'un ne pourrais pas me donner des endroits à visiter et des activités à faire dans tous les coins de l'Europe puisqu'on va visiter plusieurs pays dont la france, l'Italie, l'Allemagne, les Pays-Bas, la Grèce, , l'Espagne, le Portugal, etc.

Merci 😎

Allo tout le monde!

Jaimerais bien partir pour lafrique durant lete prochain! Javais regarde pour le Kenya et la Tanzanie mais bref je suis ouverte a toute suggestion... Alors si vous avez des coups de foudre et des conseils faites moi en part sil vous plait!! Jaime bien entrer en contact avec les locaux, jadore les trek en nature et les belles plages, la plongee sous-marine etc...alors jattends vos reponses!! Merci !!

Bonjour,

J'aurais voulu avoir les avis des personnes qui auraient fait un circuit en 4x4 au Maroc. Savoir comment ça se passe, si c'est aussi formidale qu'on le dit.

Si en meme temps vous avez de bonnes adresses d'agences qui proposent ce genre d'excursions ou de lien internet je les veux bien 😛.

Merci a Tous

😉 Salut!

Nous partons à Marrackech dans 10 jours, et nous aimerions visité le Maroc, sans passer par l'hotel, avec un budget sans grande folie, tout en profitant de ce merveilleux pays au régions variées!

Je vous remercie d'avance de me faire part de vos expèriences et conseils, pour profiter un maximum de nos 15 jours de vacances!

Lya😛

bonjour

nous partons pour une semaine fin octobre dans la vallée de l'ait bouguemez (arrivée à azilal)

quelqu'un peut il nous conseiller une randonnée de 5-6 jours, nous voulons parcourir cette vallée et decouvrir ses nombreux villages

faut il imperativement prendre un guide ? dans ce cas quelqu'un connait il un guide sympa?

j'attends vos temoignages !!

nicolas

Hello, 😎

Qu'est-ce qu'il y a de bien à faire en Haute Savoie ? Est-ce que quelqu'un peut me dire où se trouvent les beaux coins à visiter, les balades à faire, les piscines ou parcs d'attraction, les marchés, les magasins pour les épouses, etc. ...........

Merci. 😉

bonjour!

quelqu'un a une bonne combine pour dormir (pas cher ou gratuit) à avignon pendant le festival? j'ai déjà dormi à la belle étoile dans un champ le long du rhône, mais le fermier était pas super content...

et puis autre chose: quelles randos (de 1 ou 2 jours) sont vraiment à faire dans les environs du canigou (à part le canigou lui-meme)?

Merci!

Guim

Je voudrais savoir si qqn a déja tenté l'aventure, bon je sais pas si d'ici que je me lance j'aurai le combi, bien pratique pr un péripe com ça, mai je voulais savoir si il y a bcp de pièces de rechanges à prévoir, et si des notions en mécanique st indispensables! (pr un combi mai aussi pr une voiture)

Avec les détours pour ne pas faire de la route "pure" bien sur(ex. un crochet vers samarcande) je table sur 10 000km. Je suis pessimiste?c'est moins ou il faut bien ça? Et je pense étaler ça sur deux mois et demi(aller-retour bien sur!) Si vs avez des infos, merci!!!

Je projete d'aller de Valence dans la Drome a Avignon, avec un petit crochet dans les Alpilles... en 4 jours. C'est ma premiere sortie de plusieurs jours en velo. J'ai prevu de dormir en gite ou en hotel (pas de tente).

Toute suggestion ou conseils sont bienvenus.

Merci

Malene

Bonjour !

Avec 2 copines, on aimerait se faire un ptit trip de 4 jours à Paques en Provence-Cote d'Azur. Départ vendredi 6h du mat et retour lundi soir très tard! 😉

Qu'est ce que vous nous conseillez ? On a envie de se relaxer, faire les marchés, sortir et faire la fête ? 😎 Vous connaissez des coins sympa ? J'attends toutes vos suggestions !!!

Byebye !

Bonjour,

je souhaite effectuer au printemps un voyage en Crête avec éventuellement un petit périple dans le Dodécanèse ou les Cyclades.

On m'a dit qu'il est recommandé d'acheter seulement un vol sec et que la Crête regorge de chambres d'hôtes accueillantes. Qu'en est-il vraiment ?

Par ailleurs, existe-t-il des liaisons fréquentes avec les îles au départ de la Crête, et que visiter en priorité (pour un dépaysement total sans pour autant être noyé dans le flot touristique)

Deja sur les jeans on utilisait de l'indigo pour colorer en bleu

Pour avoir du rouge, allons cueillir un coquelicot

Un petit detour par les epices de la cuisine, du safran pour la paella mais aussi pour le jaune

Ne pas confondre la menthe du whisky berbere avec sa verte version sauvage

Du henne marron pour decorer les mains en toutes saisons

Et le khol pour noircir les yeux des galantes dames

La neige fraiche a seulement 80 km de Marrakech, 2700 m d'altitude

L'herbe bien verte, bien tendre de la vallee de l'Ourika, petit paradis tranquille

Au bonheur des surfeurs, l'eau salee d'Essaouira, ville maritime plein de charme

Que nous sommes petits au pied des gorges du Todra, 300m de roche verticale

Le mystere de cette terre rouge, au fond de la vallee du Dades

Ces merveilleuses portes en bois decouvertes au detour d'une ruelle

La finesse architecturale, la richesse des motifs en stuc au coeur de la medersa Ben Youssef

A Ouarzazate, a la croisee des chemins, les mosaiques au plafond d'une vieille kasbah

La douceur d'un jus d'orange presse au milieu de la foule de Djema el Fna

Le reconfort d'une assiete berbere apres tant de route entre Atlas et Sargho

Apres de longues deambulations dans les souks, un the a la menthe pour rafraichir

Grand peche de gourmandise, mais qui peut resister aux patisseries marocaines face a la mer

Et les inombrables tajines au poulet, au poisson, a la viande ou kefta

Sentir les amandiers en fleur dans la palmeraie de Tinehir

Jeter un oeil rapide dans une tannerie, odeur indescriptible de cuir, de peau et de graisse

Medina, mellah, jardins, ... de l'encens pour nous suivre partout

Le calme serein, le bleu mysterieux, les bougainvilliers envoutants du jardin Majorelle

Ksar de Ait Benhadou, les incontournables chameaux pour les touristes en manque de photos

Les babouches jaunes, rouges, roses, marrons, noires aux pieds de cette foule immense

Et les "Inch Allah" qui nous accompagnent partout et resonnent encore dans nos oreilles

En melangeant toutes ces couleurs, ces saveurs, ces matieres, ces odeurs..

Nous obtenons un fabuleux pays...

Le MAROC tout simplement !

Bonjour!

J'ai projet d'aller en France fin-août pour aller faire les vendanges. J'aimerais avoir plus de renseignements sur les conditions de travaille, les salaires, les dates et logement chez l'habitant. Si vous avez des contacts ou adresse pour que je puisse commencer mes recherches, j'apprécierais énormément.

Merci Beaucoup

BONJOUR! JE SERAI À NICE EN AVRIL PROCHAIN ET J'AIMERAIS CONNAITRE LES ENDROITS QU'IL FAUT ABSOLUEMENT VISITER ET PAS NÉCESSAIREMENT TOURISTIQUE DISONS DES ENDROITS INUSITÉS OU SPÉCIALS . AUSSI COMME JE SUIS CUISINIER, JE VOUDRAIS CONNAITRE LES BONS ENDROITS OU JE POURRAIS SAVOURER LA CUISINE LOCALE, LES BONNES PATISSERIES...AVIS AUX NICOIS !

MERCI!

😉 j'aimerai beaucoup pratiquer la peche en riviere ou en lac au maroc difficile d'obtenir des renseignements car cela n'a pas l'air de passionner les marocains ni meme les touristes qui vont dans ce pays, quelqu'un a t il déjà pratiqué ce sport au maroc

dans l'attente de vos renseignements

sincéres salutations

I'm currently planning a trip to Cyprus for late October. I have a few questions: - I plan to visit Nicosia, Paphos, and Ayia Napa. What do you recommend in Ayia Napa? - Is it easy to get around by bus from one city to another? Or do you have any private drivers to recommend? - Do you have any hotels to recommend? Any tips or advice is welcome! Thanks in advance

Hi there,

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!

Thanks, fellow travelers, for your tips! Mélanie

Here’s the itinerary for a ten-day trip through Slovenia and Northern Italy using local transport.

Saturday, May 2: Arrival

Arrived in Ljubljana on a Transavia flight from Paris. I’d spotted a bus connection to the city center, but it’s worth noting there’s no dedicated line—most buses stopping at the airport come from Bled. On a sunny Saturday afternoon, the bus was already packed with people who’d headed to the lake for some fresh air. I ended up taking a shared van, with drivers actively offering transfers to travelers. I paid 12 € for the ride to the train station, then walked 15 minutes to Hotel Celica. It lives up to its description as a former prison turned hotel—close to the city center, clean, with a hearty breakfast. The rooms are basic, with beds 3 meters off the ground, accessible by a wooden ladder. For dinner, I opted for an Indian restaurant.

Sunday, May 3: Urban marathon





Good news: museums are free on the first Sunday of the month. I started with the National Gallery, then took a stroll through Tivoli Park, enjoying the outdoors. I tried grilling in the park before heading to the Museum of Modern Art and the eclectic National Museum of Slovenia, which was interesting for its architecture. Next up was the castle—you can enter the grounds for free; the only reason to pay is to access the keep for the city views.

Monday, May 4: Bled



I spent the morning exploring Ljubljana’s architecture but was disappointed by the Krakovo district, which guidebooks had hyped up.

In the afternoon, I took the bus to Bled. The hostel was right at the bus station, and I soon realized I’d be the only guest—the owner was struggling to attract visitors. I walked around the lake and searched for the viewpoint access. It’s a steep climb with a staircase, but worth it.



Tuesday, May 5: Vintgar Gorge



I headed to the gorges early in the morning via a shuttle, then walked back to Bled. It was stunning—it reminded me a bit of the Samaria Gorge I’d visited last year.

The bus took me straight to Stara Fužina near Lake Bohinj, where I stayed in a homestay. I loved it, even though there wasn’t much interaction with the hosts.

The weather was overcast and misty, giving the lake a Scottish vibe.



Wednesday, May 6: Bohinj

Rainy day, so I took the bus to Ukanc at the far end of the lake and walked back.

Thursday, May 7: Mostnica Gorge and the auto-train

I set off on foot for the gorges from Stara Fužina, taking a detour up to Planina Uskovnica, a steep and rarely used trail. The views of Triglav and the traditional alpine huts were incredible.



I then took the auto-train to Most na Soči. The passenger section has compartments, and the windows can be opened. The ride through the gorges was breathtaking. I stayed at a family-run guesthouse near the Most na Soči station—authentic and cozy.



Friday, May 8: Tolmin Gorge and Nova Gorica

I took the bus to Tolmin, then walked 30 minutes to the gorges. The trail is well-maintained but short, so I extended my hike with a scenic loop through the gorges and nearby villages.



A quick train ride later, I was in Nova Gorica for the night, positioning myself to reach the Adriatic coast the next day. I explored at a fast pace—Villa Raffut on the Slovenian side, then crossed the border to visit Palazzo Attems-Petzenstein and grab an aperitivo in the main square. You could tell I was in Italy just by the vibe. The old border checkpoint is still there.

Saturday, May 9: Piran

Three trains and a bus later, I arrived. The journey was scenic, and it was worth it.

Piran is touristy but manageable. It feels like a mix of Croatia and Italy, with both influences evident. The maritime museum was fascinating, with its detailed ship models. There’s still a local feel—there was even a great blues concert by the harbor that evening.

Sunday, May 10: Piran

I walked to Izola along the coast—a beautiful route with paths, roads, and lakes. It was Sunday, and the tip of the village was lively with families picnicking. I decided to take the bus to Koper. The regional museum was quiet, but the garden was stunning.

Monday, May 11: Trieste

The bus connection from Koper was frequent and easy. Trieste is very open to the sea. I visited the castle and the massive Revoltella Museum—good timing, since it was raining. The collection spans everything from classical to contemporary art.



I missed my connection to Stresa later that day, so I had to improvise a night in a dorm near Milan’s train station.

Tuesday, May 12: Stresa

I came mainly for the Borromean Islands. First impressions weren’t great—crowded at the dock and windy. I didn’t like Isola Bella—too many people and too flashy. I much preferred Isola Madre, with its peaceful gardens where you can find solitude. On the way back, I stopped at Isola dei Pescatori after some hesitation, and it was worth it. Finally, I explored Stresa, with its colorful houses and grand palaces.

Wednesday, May 13: Heading to the Jura

I wrapped up my trip by taking the EuroCity train from Milan to Geneva via the Simplon Pass. From there, I headed to my vacation spot, taking the train from Nyon to La Cure (on the border). The rest of the journey was private.

Hi there, I’ve been road cycling for several years, and I’m about to switch to gravel in the next few days—I’m waiting for my bike, which should arrive this week. I’m planning a bikepacking trip in a few weeks along the Véloroute V81, also known as the Vélosud, from Biarritz to Le Barcarès. Has anyone here already done this route? Any info is welcome, whether it’s about the route itself, gear, or accommodation. I’ll prioritize staying with locals as much as possible. On that note, I just signed up for the brand-new site *Guidon et Couette* ((www.guidon-et-couette.fr)), which offers free accommodation between cyclists across the country, but there’s almost no one listed along my route! Thanks in advance. Laurent.

Hi everyone!

I wanted to share my experience from the trip I had this summer in Mongolia, in case it helps anyone get their bearings—I also relied a lot on forums myself.

We went as a couple with a French-speaking guide, Hacha, for a 17-day trek through the steppes and the Gobi Desert.

The experience was amazing—the landscapes are truly diverse and stunning. We started with a quick visit to Ulaanbaatar, then headed into the steppes for half the trip, including the Orkhon Valley, before moving on to the desert, which isn’t just sand but has incredibly varied scenery.

We traveled with Hacha, who has been a guide for 27 years and knows Mongolia inside out. She was accompanied by her daughter (with our consent). Hacha teaches French the rest of the year and speaks it perfectly. Her kindness and humor were much appreciated, and she’s become a friend. She prepared delicious homemade meals throughout the trip, adapted to European tastes since she’s used to it. We also had a driver who was really friendly and professional.

I injured myself on the way there with a sprained ankle, and Hacha immediately adjusted the pace and some activities to accommodate my injury, as well as booking more comfortable lodgings for the first few nights. She didn’t tell us it cost her extra, and we only found out later—we chose to pay a supplement, but she never asked for anything. Hacha was very fair with money, and her rates seem a bit lower than what we’d found elsewhere. She also tailors the program to the budget we gave her, and we had the option to adjust accommodations to fit our budget.

As for lodging, we stayed in tourist yurt camps (more comfortable with restaurants, showers, etc.), guest yurts, nights with nomadic families, and a few nights in tents. Our most memorable experience was two nights with nomads who welcomed us warmly, even though it was only the second time they’d hosted tourists. They shared their traditions with us, and the location was beautiful—right by a lake.

Hacha also adapted to our last-minute requests. For example, I mentioned wanting to see a shaman, which was tricky since it wasn’t planned in advance (my fault for not bringing it up earlier), but she used her contacts to see if there was a possibility. Unfortunately, no shamans were available, but we spontaneously stopped by the family of a young shaman during one of our trips. She wasn’t there, but we got to hear her parents’ stories and ask questions about the rituals to become a shaman and their experiences. It was a rare and unique moment I won’t forget!

We’ll definitely return to Mongolia as a family to explore less touristy regions (though we weren’t really bothered by tourism), as Hacha offers other off-the-beaten-path itineraries, including one that visits a turquoise lake surrounded by sand dunes—which sounds incredible, according to her.

I highly recommend Mongolia to anyone looking for an authentic trip that pushes you slightly out of your comfort zone while still feeling safe and enjoying breathtakingly diverse landscapes. And I 100% recommend Hacha—she created a personalized trip based on our requests and adapted to our needs and wishes on the spot!

A little trip report from an 11-day journey to Albania at the end of April 2026, with two friends in their early sixties and beyond... Our route: Berat, Gjirokastër, Himarë, Tirana Here are some opinions, tips, and great deals to share: Flight Round-trip Beauvais-Tirana: Ryanair, 260 € with checked baggage (20 kg) and seat selection. Flight was fine and on time. 2h 30min flight. Exchange: 1 € was worth 95 lek in April 2026. We were advised to exchange in the airport hall at the Illiria counter (98 lek outside the security zone), saying we wouldn’t find a better rate. However, the exchange rate was 93 lek for 1 euro, while in the city it was 95... Car rental at Tirana airport for 9 days via Booking.com: 144 € (56 € for the car rental and 88 € for optional full insurance deductible waiver). Wheego agency: the car was fine, but be careful when signing the contract—they tried to convince us that the insurance taken through Booking didn’t cover everything and insisted we take their own insurance for 250 €... We refused. After reading about driving in Tirana, instead of starting our trip by visiting the capital, we decided to head straight to Berat upon arrival and return the car at the end of the trip to explore the city on foot. This turned out to be a great choice! Accommodations: All our stays were booked via Booking.com. Everyone prefers to be paid in euros and in cash—they mention this when booking. Berat: 2-hour drive from the airport. Accommodation: Vila Arben Elezi: 135 € for 3 nights with breakfast and private parking. The room was decent and clean but a bit dark, located slightly below ground level near the parking. However, the breakfast on the rooftop was excellent, especially with the stunning view of the "city of a thousand windows." Great location. Berat was our favorite—there are lovely walks through the different neighborhoods on both sides of the river, each with a very different vibe. The citadel visit is also fascinating, as it’s like a small town within the fortress. The walk along the river is pleasant, with plenty of restaurant choices. Other restaurants in the old town are also very nice. The White House Restaurant, on the first floor along the road, is good and offers a great view of the Gorica district. Gjirokastër: Accommodation: Te Ajdini Guest House: 120 € for 3 nights with breakfast. A private home stay. There’s free parking just before entering the city, a 5-minute walk from the accommodation, which is very convenient since the cobblestone streets are narrow and parking is tricky. Yes, it’s a climb to get to the place, but everything in this city is uphill... The room was bright and clean. Breakfast was very good, hearty, and served in the courtyard with a view of the castle. The guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from the city center (the bazaar) but in a quiet area. Restaurants: Rrapi and Kujtimi—good and affordable with their little pergolas. The old town of Gjirokastër is charming but very touristy, with streets packed with souvenir shops and restaurant tables and chairs. Lots of people. -The bunker visit (near the tourist office) is very interesting: Cold War Tunnel. The castle offers a beautiful view of the city. -Visit to the Ottoman house Skenduli: very well done. Don’t forget to climb the ladder facing a trapdoor in the ceiling to see the roof’s framework—it’s like a forest of beams: impressive! -The bridge Ura e Ali Pasha: A steep 45-minute climb from the city to the site is worth it, but once you reach the viewpoint (which is stunning), you have to go back down a path to reach the bridge. You can drive to the viewpoint, but parking is very tricky. Around Gjirokastër: -Just outside the city: Lake Liqeni i Viroit: a nice, ordinary-looking lake, but at the end, there’s a natural spring making the water crystal clear and a brilliant blue—really spectacular, like photos of Blue Eye near Sarandë. -Drive to Përmet along the gorges: beautiful viewpoints along the way and lovely countryside. Himarë: Accommodation: Vila Kosteli: 120 € for 2 nights with breakfast—slightly overpriced for this type of place but very close to a small beach and not far from the promenade with all the restaurants. Private parking, but very tight (4 cars on a tiny lot along the road). The "sea view" room is a bit obstructed by the building across the street. However, the rooftop breakfast view is beautiful. Friendly staff. Himarë is a pleasant seaside resort, quite calm (but it was April...). There’s a cute promenade with restaurants along the beach. The castle on the heights of Himarë is worth a visit. Around Himarë: -Qeparo is worth a quick stop, but Qeparo village is really worth the detour: a village lost in the heights after a scenic drive up from the coastal road—narrow but well-maintained. Beautiful view from the top and a charming village. -The Big Bunker and Llogora Panorama: take a right turn several kilometers after Dhermi—a road that climbs steeply from the start... A breathtaking winding road that reaches 900 meters in altitude. The view is stunning. -Several small villages between Dhermi and Himarë are worth a quick stop. -Porto Palermo Castle is somewhat disappointing. Tirana: Taxi from Tirana airport to the city center: 15 € with electric taxis (Green Taxi, Bee Taxi, Do Taxi). Accommodation: Hotel Nevi Apartment: 63 € for 2 nights. A private apartment in an older building but very clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen and small enclosed balcony. Great welcome and contact—the owner even booked a taxi for our departure. Very well located, close to the main square, shops, and restaurants. A small supermarket nearby is perfect for stocking up on breakfast supplies. The city is lively and dynamic, with plenty of green spaces and promenades. Buildings are popping up everywhere, often with surprising architecture—like a building shaped like a face, a huge golden cube, and many others under construction. -Sky Tower: at the top, a rotating bar offers a 360° view of the city and its buildings. Drinks are a bit pricier than usual, but it’s totally worth it (6 € for a beer or a glass of white wine, 3 € for coffee). We were there for sunset, and it was amazing! A must-do. Arrive early, as it fills up quickly. -The House of Leaves: a house used for secret surveillance and interrogations during the dictatorship... A great way to learn about the surveillance systems of that era. -Bunk’Art 2: a bunker in the heart of the city—very interesting, covering the dictatorship period and its system... -The Pazari i Ri Bazaar: the new bazaar district. The large hall is worth a visit, but souvenir prices are often higher than elsewhere... The area is nice. Restaurant: Kastrati Restaurant—a bit like a canteen with lots of traditional dishes. It’s on the first floor of a building. Excellent value for money, and the waitress explains the dishes in French.

That’s a little overview of our trip and my personal impressions! Albania is a beautiful and pleasant country to visit. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!