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Mission humanitaire (juillet à septembre 2004) English translation pending
bonjours à tous!!
je suis étudiante en arts plastique et je suis libre juillet aout et septembre 2004, je souhaiterai mettre mon temps libre a profit et participer a une mission humanitaire durant ce temps!! je suis prête à accepter toute sorte de mission et dans n'importe quel pays, en fait la ou l'on aura besoin de moi!!!
si vous étes interessé par ma proposition je suis à votre entiere disposition, et tient a dire que je suis vraiment tres tres tres motivée ( peut être même plus!!!!!)
amélie
je suis étudiante en arts plastique et je suis libre juillet aout et septembre 2004, je souhaiterai mettre mon temps libre a profit et participer a une mission humanitaire durant ce temps!! je suis prête à accepter toute sorte de mission et dans n'importe quel pays, en fait la ou l'on aura besoin de moi!!!
si vous étes interessé par ma proposition je suis à votre entiere disposition, et tient a dire que je suis vraiment tres tres tres motivée ( peut être même plus!!!!!)
amélie
Quel marque de sac à dos? English translation pending
Bonjour !
Quel marque de sac à dos me conseillez vous ?
Je suis interessé par la catégorie 40->60 litre, je mesure 1, 74 et je voudrais qcq chose de qualité et qui dure
sans que le prix ne dépasse les 130 Euros !
Merci d'avance
Équateur: vaccins, itinéraire et valise English translation pending
BONOUR,
je pars 3 semaines en Equateur en novembre et je ne sais pas quoi mettre dans mon sac à dos...vêtements chauds, légers, de pluie, de mer ??? je compte aller aux Galapagos, dans
l' allée des volcans, peut-être un peu en altitude et en Amazonie 2 ou 3 jours.
et pour les vaccins, l'anti-palu est-il nécessaire ?🏴☠️
Connaissez-vous Galaéco pour la croisière aux Galapagos ? et l'association France/Equateur ?
Un grand merci à tous qui prendront le temps de me répondre😎
je pars 3 semaines en Equateur en novembre et je ne sais pas quoi mettre dans mon sac à dos...vêtements chauds, légers, de pluie, de mer ??? je compte aller aux Galapagos, dans
l' allée des volcans, peut-être un peu en altitude et en Amazonie 2 ou 3 jours.
et pour les vaccins, l'anti-palu est-il nécessaire ?🏴☠️
Connaissez-vous Galaéco pour la croisière aux Galapagos ? et l'association France/Equateur ?
Un grand merci à tous qui prendront le temps de me répondre😎
Népal en août: faut-il un sac de couchage? English translation pending
Je me rends avec ma famille au Népal en août et je ne sais pas trop quoi mettre dans mon sac à dos ?
Nous allons nous cantonner à une visite de la vallée de Kathmandou et un petit séjour à Pokkhara .
Ne connaissant la température qu'il fait la nuit, je me pose des questions sur l'utilité de prendre un de couchage, la même question se pose sur l'utilité d'un pull-over?
Si quelqu'un qui a déjà séjourné au Népal pendant la mousson pouvait me répondre, ça m'éviterai de transporter du matériel inutile!
Merci d'avance
Nous allons nous cantonner à une visite de la vallée de Kathmandou et un petit séjour à Pokkhara .
Ne connaissant la température qu'il fait la nuit, je me pose des questions sur l'utilité de prendre un de couchage, la même question se pose sur l'utilité d'un pull-over?
Si quelqu'un qui a déjà séjourné au Népal pendant la mousson pouvait me répondre, ça m'éviterai de transporter du matériel inutile!
Merci d'avance
Me rendre utile auprès d'enfants English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Je suis enseignante et, comme je dispose de longues vacances d'été, j'aurais voulu mettre à profit une partie d'entre elles pour partir, en tant que bénévole, enseigner le français à des enfants d'ailleurs. Malheureusement, toutes les démarches que j'ai pu faire jusque là n'ont pas abouti puisqu'il parait difficile de ne s'engager que sur quelques semaines... Si quelqu'un avait des idées, des pistes de recherches, à me communiquer, elles seraient les bienvenues. Merci à vous Karine
Je suis enseignante et, comme je dispose de longues vacances d'été, j'aurais voulu mettre à profit une partie d'entre elles pour partir, en tant que bénévole, enseigner le français à des enfants d'ailleurs. Malheureusement, toutes les démarches que j'ai pu faire jusque là n'ont pas abouti puisqu'il parait difficile de ne s'engager que sur quelques semaines... Si quelqu'un avait des idées, des pistes de recherches, à me communiquer, elles seraient les bienvenues. Merci à vous Karine
Travel companion for southern Madagascar from Tulear to Fort Dauphin
I contacted several agencies in Madagascar to arrange this 4x4 trip along the coast.
Always the same answer: a tailor-made trip with at least 2 participants.
Since I don’t want to travel alone and a friend isn’t available, I’m looking for a woman to share this trip with the agency Mahay Mada, which offers a 12-day, 11-night tour of southern Madagascar. I’m available from August 23 to September 14.
Thanks for your direct response at 0784659791. See you soon, Mireille
Question about name matching between flight ticket and passport
Hi there,
We're leaving for Albania on June 18th. When I validated the flight tickets with Wizz Air on Booking, I only put my son's first name but forgot to include his other three first names on the ticket. On the passport: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAMES: toto titi tutu tata On the flight ticket: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAME: toto I can't seem to reach anyone at Wizz Air to get an answer. Booking and Wizz Air's chat say I need to modify it, but ChatGPT says it should be fine. I wanted to know if he can fly like this or if I need to change his ticket? (It costs 140 €, I know I shouldn't have made a mistake🙁)
Thanks for your feedback.
We're leaving for Albania on June 18th. When I validated the flight tickets with Wizz Air on Booking, I only put my son's first name but forgot to include his other three first names on the ticket. On the passport: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAMES: toto titi tutu tata On the flight ticket: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAME: toto I can't seem to reach anyone at Wizz Air to get an answer. Booking and Wizz Air's chat say I need to modify it, but ChatGPT says it should be fine. I wanted to know if he can fly like this or if I need to change his ticket? (It costs 140 €, I know I shouldn't have made a mistake🙁)
Thanks for your feedback.
Feedback on 13-day loop in May starting and ending in Essaouira
Hi everyone! :)
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
Questions about SUV trails and must-sees for a California road trip
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Buying a motorcycle
Hello,
I'm thinking of buying a used small motorcycle to travel around the country for a month and a half.
I've done this in other countries without putting the registration in my name—is that possible in Guinea given the apparently frequent checks, or do I have to go through the paperwork?
Thanks.
Princess Cruises in Japan
Good evening,
After my first trip to the Land of the Rising Sun with a very classic itinerary (Osaka / Tokyo) in April 2024, I’m revisiting my original idea: a cruise that would let me explore other parts of the country. The options are pretty limited since I’m restricted to school holidays. After some quick research on cruise sales sites, it seems Princess Cruises might be the best fit (dates + itinerary). I’ve only sailed with Costa before, so I have a few questions before deciding whether to go ahead with this idea: - Is Princess really upscale? Is there a dress code? - My English is pretty basic—will that be an issue? - For a cruise in Asia, what kind of food is served on board: the same as on other cruises worldwide, or specifically Asian? - What’s the average age of passengers? - Any other specifics I should know?
Thanks so much for your answers.
After my first trip to the Land of the Rising Sun with a very classic itinerary (Osaka / Tokyo) in April 2024, I’m revisiting my original idea: a cruise that would let me explore other parts of the country. The options are pretty limited since I’m restricted to school holidays. After some quick research on cruise sales sites, it seems Princess Cruises might be the best fit (dates + itinerary). I’ve only sailed with Costa before, so I have a few questions before deciding whether to go ahead with this idea: - Is Princess really upscale? Is there a dress code? - My English is pretty basic—will that be an issue? - For a cruise in Asia, what kind of food is served on board: the same as on other cruises worldwide, or specifically Asian? - What’s the average age of passengers? - Any other specifics I should know?
Thanks so much for your answers.
What photo editing software do you use?
Hi,
What software are you using?
I have Magix Deluxe and I’m wondering if there are others that are easy to use where, of course, you can add your own music to the edit. If it’s free, that’s even better so I can test it out 😊
Thanks for your feedback!
What software are you using?
I have Magix Deluxe and I’m wondering if there are others that are easy to use where, of course, you can add your own music to the edit. If it’s free, that’s even better so I can test it out 😊
Thanks for your feedback!
Berlin impressions (live)
Hi there,
I arrived in Berlin last night. In another discussion, I shared how much of a "nightmare" the flights from Nice were.
I’ll be posting some impressions here—what I liked and what I didn’t like as much.
This is my first time in Berlin. I’m staying for two weeks. For now, I’m alone, but I’ll be joined by someone in a few days.
Just to clarify, I won’t be posting any photos because my camera gave up the ghost the day before I left. It refused to read memory cards, and I don’t have a smartphone—just a tablet that I leave at the hotel.
Speaking of photos, a few years ago, at the Ducasse d’Ath in Belgium, I met a retired teacher who wasn’t taking any pictures of the festival. I asked her, "You’re not taking any photos?" She told me that during a trip to Nicaragua, she’d photographed howler monkeys and only noticed when looking at the pictures later that the males had huge testicles—something she hadn’t realized in person. She said, "Since then, I don’t bother with photos anymore!" I’ve thought about that often and wonder if I should do the same and stop taking pictures. Still, I’ll probably get a smartphone since it’s hard to go without one these days.
I arrived in Berlin last night. In another discussion, I shared how much of a "nightmare" the flights from Nice were.
I’ll be posting some impressions here—what I liked and what I didn’t like as much.
This is my first time in Berlin. I’m staying for two weeks. For now, I’m alone, but I’ll be joined by someone in a few days.
Just to clarify, I won’t be posting any photos because my camera gave up the ghost the day before I left. It refused to read memory cards, and I don’t have a smartphone—just a tablet that I leave at the hotel.
Speaking of photos, a few years ago, at the Ducasse d’Ath in Belgium, I met a retired teacher who wasn’t taking any pictures of the festival. I asked her, "You’re not taking any photos?" She told me that during a trip to Nicaragua, she’d photographed howler monkeys and only noticed when looking at the pictures later that the males had huge testicles—something she hadn’t realized in person. She said, "Since then, I don’t bother with photos anymore!" I’ve thought about that often and wonder if I should do the same and stop taking pictures. Still, I’ll probably get a smartphone since it’s hard to go without one these days.
Do you know of any interactive maps to print for tracking a travel route?
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a website that would let me plot my travel route in advance so I can print it out. The idea is to create a map with a little “me” on a bike that my parents can move along as I progress, since I’m planning to cycle all the way to Nepal.
If any of you have done something similar or know of a good tool, I’d love to hear your tips!
Thanks in advance! 😊
Distance between airports and cruise ports
Hi everyone, I’m looking for a list that groups the distance between the airport (or train station) and the cruise port for each city where we might embark or disembark.
Anyone know of a site?
Thanks
have a great day
Travel companions for Bali, Lombok, Gili, East Timor, and the Moluccas Islands
Hello,
I’m leaving between December 15 and 20, 2025, for about three months, with a first stop in Bali—but as short as possible because it’s way too touristy 😅
I’d like to head to the Moluccas Islands via East Timor. And also see what comes up along the way—Lombok, Gili, Flores… As this little route unfolds, nothing’s set in stone or booked in advance 😊
The advantage of Timor and the Moluccas is that the climate is different from the rest of Indonesia, so less rain.
Nothing’s fixed or booked ahead—just going with the flow, following encounters, everyone’s desires, and enjoying places that aren’t too touristy yet.
Beaches, snorkeling, hiking, and chilling out… Just enjoying life, really 😊
Interested? Get in touch—I’d love to chat about it! 😍
I’m leaving between December 15 and 20, 2025, for about three months, with a first stop in Bali—but as short as possible because it’s way too touristy 😅
I’d like to head to the Moluccas Islands via East Timor. And also see what comes up along the way—Lombok, Gili, Flores… As this little route unfolds, nothing’s set in stone or booked in advance 😊
The advantage of Timor and the Moluccas is that the climate is different from the rest of Indonesia, so less rain.
Nothing’s fixed or booked ahead—just going with the flow, following encounters, everyone’s desires, and enjoying places that aren’t too touristy yet.
Beaches, snorkeling, hiking, and chilling out… Just enjoying life, really 😊
Interested? Get in touch—I’d love to chat about it! 😍
Local agency recommendation in Vietnam
Hi there,
It’s been a while since I last logged in. Living in Vietnam, my parents just returned from a trip organized by an agency. I rarely praise agencies, but this one deserves a shout-out. They put together a tailor-made trip off the beaten path at a very reasonable price. My parents discovered a place I didn’t even know about—it’s stunning in Bai Tu Long Bay.
If you have any questions about their trip or Vietnam in general, don’t hesitate to ask. I’ve been living here for several years.
Have a great evening!
Renting a scooter in Saigon and returning it in Hoi An
I'm looking to rent a scooter in Saigon and be able to return it in Hoi An. If anyone knows an agency that does this
TDAC Problem
hi,
and help! I need to complete my TDAC, but the site is stuck on page 2 under
Accommodation Information:
I can't fill in the "province" field—it's mandatory!
I enter Bangkok, but when I scroll down to add the address... everything disappears.
What should I do? Thanks for your help! Elisabeth
What should I do? Thanks for your help! Elisabeth
Driving the RN7 in Madagascar
I just got back from an unforgettable road trip in Madagascar where I drove down the legendary RN7. It connects Tana (the capital) to Tulear.
Since we were traveling as a group of girls, we decided to go with a guide. I’d never done an “organized” trip before, but I have to say we loved this first tailor-made travel experience.
From the highlands of the Red Island
down to the west coast, by the Mozambique Channel.
Vast landscapes as far as the eye can see
Human encounters
Discovering ancestral artisanal know-how
Sunsets over the ochre mountains
Intense, precious moments with my friends
We loved the mountains, visits to artisans, and the parties too ;-)
We used local guides to show us specific spots (like Isalo National Park, where we were able to bivouac)
Which sunny destinations to choose in October?
Sunny destinations in October???
Not too much rain.
Martinique, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Mauritius, Cape Verde, or somewhere else?????
Any tips? Thanks for your help
Cruise Ship Limits in Cannes
After Nice, Cannes is limiting the number of cruise ships in its bay.
Consent Letter for Traveling with a Child to Quebec
Hi,
I’m traveling with my 6-year-old daughter this summer, and since her father hasn’t seen her in 3 months, he won’t be able to sign a travel consent form for me.
He’s been completely out of touch since early March, and I have no idea where he is.
We’re heading to Montreal for 2 weeks in early July—I have both the outbound and return tickets.
Am I required to provide a signed consent letter from the father, even though she’s traveling with a parent who has legal custody?
If I don’t have one but can prove my good faith—explaining that he’s completely unreachable—will that be enough?
Thanks for your help!
I'm counting on you to help me update my blog escalescroisiere.fr
I’m counting on you to help me update my blog escalescroisiere.fr—check out my post here: https://voyageforum.com/forum/renseignements-escales-croisiere-mettre-jour-blog-d10709629/
For moderation: this is where this post is useful, not in the blogs that no one reads.
Aloha State: Hawaii February 2025
Alright, I'm diving into this Hawaiian travel journal!
I hope lots of you will follow along because the destination is absolutely charming. 🙂
Just a heads-up—I might take a while to finish it.
The trip took place from February 20th to March 3rd, 2025 (11 days total, with 9 days on-site). It was a trip with my friend Christelle, with whom I’ve already traveled to Iceland and Morocco in recent years. We’re totally on the same wavelength, with the same expectations and desires, which makes things a lot easier (and, as a bonus, it helps cut down the final bill). Being the generous soul I am, I asked Christelle which country she wanted to visit. Her answer: Asia, since I’ve never been, or Namibia... Hawaii is basically the same thing, right?!! All thanks to the search comparator—I stumbled upon round-trip tickets from Paris to Honolulu for 580 € per person during school holidays, with a layover in Canada (I don’t get to choose my vacation dates). We jumped on it on August 28th (didn’t take much convincing). For info, I always check flight tickets during the last week of August or the first half of September because there are always amazing deals.
Nine days on-site is short, so we had to make some tough choices for the islands we’d visit (I’m only listing the main ones): - Oahu: the most urbanized but also home to Honolulu, Pearl Harbor, and some stunning beaches.
Kauai: the Garden Isle. It’s the island from *Jurassic Park*, with lush vegetation—so it’s pretty rainy. Big Island: volcanoes, volcanoes, and more, but also things like night snorkeling with manta rays. Maui: very touristy, with a magnificent volcano, the Road to Hana, and the ultimate spot for whale watching (and we were there right in the middle of whale season).
We limited ourselves to two islands to avoid rushing, and in the end, we picked Kauai (non-negotiable) and Oahu (which saved us an extra domestic flight and, since we were there in winter, let us experience the BIG WAVES on the North Shore). We would’ve loved to visit Big Island, but we’d already seen volcanoes in Iceland, and the island is huge—we just didn’t have enough time. Maui was recently hit by a major wildfire and is also the most expensive island (along with Kauai). We were really hoping to see humpback whales (my favorite animal) on both Oahu and Kauai. Hawaii is far, and it’s worth the effort. The journey went smoothly. I took a 40-minute bus ride and a 1h32 RER trip just to get to Roissy, then a 9h15 flight to Calgary, with a two-hour layover before a 6h45 flight to Honolulu. 11 hours of time difference, arriving at 10 PM local time. And you know what? (spoiler alert) I’d do it a thousand times if I got the chance.
Alright, let’s go—here we go!


The trip took place from February 20th to March 3rd, 2025 (11 days total, with 9 days on-site). It was a trip with my friend Christelle, with whom I’ve already traveled to Iceland and Morocco in recent years. We’re totally on the same wavelength, with the same expectations and desires, which makes things a lot easier (and, as a bonus, it helps cut down the final bill). Being the generous soul I am, I asked Christelle which country she wanted to visit. Her answer: Asia, since I’ve never been, or Namibia... Hawaii is basically the same thing, right?!! All thanks to the search comparator—I stumbled upon round-trip tickets from Paris to Honolulu for 580 € per person during school holidays, with a layover in Canada (I don’t get to choose my vacation dates). We jumped on it on August 28th (didn’t take much convincing). For info, I always check flight tickets during the last week of August or the first half of September because there are always amazing deals.
Nine days on-site is short, so we had to make some tough choices for the islands we’d visit (I’m only listing the main ones): - Oahu: the most urbanized but also home to Honolulu, Pearl Harbor, and some stunning beaches.
Kauai: the Garden Isle. It’s the island from *Jurassic Park*, with lush vegetation—so it’s pretty rainy. Big Island: volcanoes, volcanoes, and more, but also things like night snorkeling with manta rays. Maui: very touristy, with a magnificent volcano, the Road to Hana, and the ultimate spot for whale watching (and we were there right in the middle of whale season).
We limited ourselves to two islands to avoid rushing, and in the end, we picked Kauai (non-negotiable) and Oahu (which saved us an extra domestic flight and, since we were there in winter, let us experience the BIG WAVES on the North Shore). We would’ve loved to visit Big Island, but we’d already seen volcanoes in Iceland, and the island is huge—we just didn’t have enough time. Maui was recently hit by a major wildfire and is also the most expensive island (along with Kauai). We were really hoping to see humpback whales (my favorite animal) on both Oahu and Kauai. Hawaii is far, and it’s worth the effort. The journey went smoothly. I took a 40-minute bus ride and a 1h32 RER trip just to get to Roissy, then a 9h15 flight to Calgary, with a two-hour layover before a 6h45 flight to Honolulu. 11 hours of time difference, arriving at 10 PM local time. And you know what? (spoiler alert) I’d do it a thousand times if I got the chance.
Alright, let’s go—here we go!


China Passport Validity
Hello,
We’re traveling as a family to China this summer, from late July to late August. However, my kids’ passports expire at the end of January 2026, which means they’ll have about 5 months of validity left after our departure. Many travel agencies recommend having more than 6 months of validity! I haven’t found any official information about this requirement. As a precaution, the best thing would be to renew them, but before I realized this, I bought domestic flight tickets using their current passport numbers. I’m worried these tickets might no longer be valid...
Thanks for your help if you have any info on this topic.
Drakensberg in August: is it the right time?
Hi there,
We’re heading to South Africa in August 2025 and planning a classic loop that I’d love to finish with the Drakensberg (I’m a big hiking fan) before returning to Johannesburg to catch our flight.
I’ve got 3 nights for this part of our trip. But I’m wondering if it’s actually a good idea to hike in the Drakensberg in August, since it’s the Southern Hemisphere winter (I’m from Réunion and we hike year-round there, but I don’t know what the climate’s like in South Africa, especially the Drakensberg).
I’m particularly worried about getting stuck because of snow and missing our flight... ;)
I’ve read so many different things that I’m totally confused!
If it’s okay to hike at this time of year, what would you recommend? I’m torn between Champagne Valley and Royal Natal National Park.
Thanks in advance for your firsthand tips!
Malijp
Tips for itinerary and accommodations in Costa Rica
Hi there,
I joined my friend in Uvita a week ago, and we're heading out in a few days to explore the country.
We rented a 4x4 to make sure we can get around more easily.
I'm starting to plan an itinerary, but since I’ve never set foot in the country before, I’d love to get some advice from experienced travelers!
We’re starting from Uvita, and I was thinking of doing things in this order:
* Corcovado (I’ve read that you need to buy tickets at least a month in advance? Is it impossible to buy them online or on-site?)
* Caribbean Coast (I’m not sure which spots are worth it?)
* Tortuguero
* La Fortuna
* Tamarindo or Samara, or another nice spot in that area?
* Returning to the airport on May 19th to catch my flight, while he heads back to Uvita.
For accommodations, we have camping gear, and he’d like to do some wild camping, but I have no idea what the laws are about that here—or about the wildlife, to be honest. It kind of freaks me out
We’d also like to stay in guesthouses, youth hostels, or even regular campgrounds.
We both love meeting people, chatting with locals and other travelers alike.
We’re roughly planning the stops, but we haven’t booked anything anywhere. The idea is to leave some room for adventure and live day by day.
I think my post reflects what’s going on in my head—total chaos ^^
Thanks in advance!
I joined my friend in Uvita a week ago, and we're heading out in a few days to explore the country.
We rented a 4x4 to make sure we can get around more easily.
I'm starting to plan an itinerary, but since I’ve never set foot in the country before, I’d love to get some advice from experienced travelers!
We’re starting from Uvita, and I was thinking of doing things in this order:
* Corcovado (I’ve read that you need to buy tickets at least a month in advance? Is it impossible to buy them online or on-site?)
* Caribbean Coast (I’m not sure which spots are worth it?)
* Tortuguero
* La Fortuna
* Tamarindo or Samara, or another nice spot in that area?
* Returning to the airport on May 19th to catch my flight, while he heads back to Uvita.
For accommodations, we have camping gear, and he’d like to do some wild camping, but I have no idea what the laws are about that here—or about the wildlife, to be honest. It kind of freaks me out
We’d also like to stay in guesthouses, youth hostels, or even regular campgrounds.
We both love meeting people, chatting with locals and other travelers alike.
We’re roughly planning the stops, but we haven’t booked anything anywhere. The idea is to leave some room for adventure and live day by day.
I think my post reflects what’s going on in my head—total chaos ^^
Thanks in advance!
Amusement park in Seoul, who's joining me?
Hi there!
I’m part of a group trip to Seoul from April 22 to 29, 2025. ☀️
During the week, I’ll have some free time that I plan to use for sightseeing, exploring, and eating! 😋
On Monday, April 28 (from morning until late afternoon), I’d love to visit an amusement park near Seoul: Lotte World, Seoul Land, or Everland. 🎢🎠🎡
Which of these three do you think is worth the trip? 🤔
I’m looking for someone available that day to share thrills, laughs, and cotton candy! 😄✋
Let’s make some great memories—and who knows, maybe even the start of a wonderful international friendship? 💖
If you’re interested or know someone who might be, feel free to reach out! 😊
I’m part of a group trip to Seoul from April 22 to 29, 2025. ☀️
During the week, I’ll have some free time that I plan to use for sightseeing, exploring, and eating! 😋
On Monday, April 28 (from morning until late afternoon), I’d love to visit an amusement park near Seoul: Lotte World, Seoul Land, or Everland. 🎢🎠🎡
Which of these three do you think is worth the trip? 🤔
I’m looking for someone available that day to share thrills, laughs, and cotton candy! 😄✋
Let’s make some great memories—and who knows, maybe even the start of a wonderful international friendship? 💖
If you’re interested or know someone who might be, feel free to reach out! 😊
Driver for independent northern Thailand itinerary
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,