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Route to Blyde River Canyon and visiting time
Hi there,
First question: We're leaving Kruger Park from Olifants camp to head to BRC.
I know the drive is long (about 4 hours, especially since I think the part through the park will be slow due to animals). We're exiting the park via Phalaborwa Gate, but I can't find a map, so it's hard to tell if we'll arrive at the top of the Canyon or via Graskop to then drive up the Panorama Route.
Second question: I booked 1 night at Forever Resort, but if we arrive from the top and then drive down the Panorama Route, I'm not sure that's the best choice.
Third question: Since we're leaving Kruger early in the morning, I think we can plan to explore the area in the afternoon. We'll sleep there, and then we need to be at our lodge in the Balule private reserve by late morning (Imagine Africa) to catch the afternoon safari. I'm worried it might be too short if we want to do a boat trip on the dam! What do you think? Should I add another night? It's still possible since I haven't planned the rest yet, and we have 7 nights left in Cape Town, including Hermanus! Do you think I should cut short the Cape Town stay? If so, I could break the BRC trip into two parts—one night after leaving Kruger before the private safari, and then come back this way (since it's not too far, I think) after the two nights on safari before heading to Cape Town. But how can I organize the visits logically?
I can already hear Michel telling me I'm overcomplicating things!! 😉
Anyway, it's all a bit confusing—don't hesitate to ask for clarification if you need it. I'd understand! Thanks, Dan
Second question: I booked 1 night at Forever Resort, but if we arrive from the top and then drive down the Panorama Route, I'm not sure that's the best choice.
Third question: Since we're leaving Kruger early in the morning, I think we can plan to explore the area in the afternoon. We'll sleep there, and then we need to be at our lodge in the Balule private reserve by late morning (Imagine Africa) to catch the afternoon safari. I'm worried it might be too short if we want to do a boat trip on the dam! What do you think? Should I add another night? It's still possible since I haven't planned the rest yet, and we have 7 nights left in Cape Town, including Hermanus! Do you think I should cut short the Cape Town stay? If so, I could break the BRC trip into two parts—one night after leaving Kruger before the private safari, and then come back this way (since it's not too far, I think) after the two nights on safari before heading to Cape Town. But how can I organize the visits logically?
I can already hear Michel telling me I'm overcomplicating things!! 😉
Anyway, it's all a bit confusing—don't hesitate to ask for clarification if you need it. I'd understand! Thanks, Dan
Boat crossing from Tamatave to Sainte Marie Island (Madagascar)
Hi there,
How do you get from Tamatave or Foulpointe to Sainte Marie Island? We’re heading to Madagascar from July 16 to 29, 2025.
How many days should we stay to explore the area?
What’s there to do in Tamatave, Foulpointe, or Sainte Marie Island?
What should we visit?
Thanks everyone!
Best destination for relaxation and family: Mauritius / Cuba / Dominican Republic?
Hi everyone, okay, here’s the scoop: I’ve been dealing with a pretty serious illness, but I’m determined to recover by the end of this year. I want to take my partner and my two little ones (7 and 4 years old) for a ten-day vacation in February 2026 or April 2026. The goal? To help them forget this tough year—let’s be honest—and give us all (and yes, I deserve it too 😉) some fantastic holidays.
Considering the budget for round-trip flights, cost of living on-site (hotel with pool and beach, all-inclusive or half-board meals), and food quality, which would you choose between Mauritius, Cuba, or the Dominican Republic? Heads up—I’ve been a globetrotter in another life, and all-inclusive hotels aren’t usually my thing, but this time, it’s different: I need REST and a family-friendly vacation. Of course, we’ll still do some excursions and sightseeing, so the scenery matters, but I’m really looking for the best value for money between flights, hotels, and a change of scenery :) Is Cuba too Americanized / full of junk food in the hotels?
Any family-focused travel agencies you’d recommend?
Thanks for sharing your experiences—I know this is a long message, but hopefully, it’ll keep the advice focused 😎 And thanks for this forum 😇
Considering the budget for round-trip flights, cost of living on-site (hotel with pool and beach, all-inclusive or half-board meals), and food quality, which would you choose between Mauritius, Cuba, or the Dominican Republic? Heads up—I’ve been a globetrotter in another life, and all-inclusive hotels aren’t usually my thing, but this time, it’s different: I need REST and a family-friendly vacation. Of course, we’ll still do some excursions and sightseeing, so the scenery matters, but I’m really looking for the best value for money between flights, hotels, and a change of scenery :) Is Cuba too Americanized / full of junk food in the hotels?
Any family-focused travel agencies you’d recommend?
Thanks for sharing your experiences—I know this is a long message, but hopefully, it’ll keep the advice focused 😎 And thanks for this forum 😇
Feedback on Quebec itinerary in September-October
Hello,
I need some advice because I can't decide on an itinerary. We're going to join our son around September 20th, who's spending a year in Canada on a working holiday visa. I did the classic Quebec loop over 30 years ago, so I’m ruling out the Saguenay Fjord and Lac Saint-Jean right away. Here are the stops (overnights) I’ve tentatively planned:
D1-2-3: Quebec City D4: Malbaie Gorges National Park via Routes 360 and 362 D5: Malbaie Gorges National Park (fishing and canoeing) D6: Tadoussac (walks and whale watching from the shore, hiking up to Cap du Bon Désir) D7: Whale-watching zodiac excursion – ferry – Bic National Park D8: Bic National Park D9: Carleton-sur-Mer via the Matapedia Valley D10: Percé D11: Percé (Bonaventure Island excursion) D12: Forillon National Park D13: Forillon National Park D14: Sainte-Anne-des-Monts via Route 132 D15: Sainte-Anne-des-Monts (Gaspésie National Park) D16: Kamouraska D17: Quebec City D18-19-20: Montreal
I feel like one night in Tadoussac is too short. Wouldn’t it be better to add another night there and only spend one night in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, skipping Gaspésie National Park? Just to clarify, we love nature and hiking but limit ourselves to about 10 km per day.
Also, I’m wondering about the distances (even though I tried to keep them reasonable), the short stops (max 2 nights except in Quebec City and Montreal, so not much time to settle in), and the weather in Gaspésie in late September-October (my husband doesn’t handle the cold well). Maybe it’d be better to only go as far as Bic National Park, then head back, and add more nights at Malbaie Gorges National Park (I didn’t stay in a park on my first trip, and my son, who got his fishing license, would be proud to bring us dinner 😊), Tadoussac, and maybe around Bic/Rimouski?
One last detail: the plan is to land in Quebec City, rent a car on D4, return it on D17, and take the train or bus to Montreal the next day, where we’ll catch our flight 4 days later. This is to cut down on rental costs and avoid having a car in Quebec City.
Thanks for reading this far—I hope I can count on your advice! 😊
Claire
D1-2-3: Quebec City D4: Malbaie Gorges National Park via Routes 360 and 362 D5: Malbaie Gorges National Park (fishing and canoeing) D6: Tadoussac (walks and whale watching from the shore, hiking up to Cap du Bon Désir) D7: Whale-watching zodiac excursion – ferry – Bic National Park D8: Bic National Park D9: Carleton-sur-Mer via the Matapedia Valley D10: Percé D11: Percé (Bonaventure Island excursion) D12: Forillon National Park D13: Forillon National Park D14: Sainte-Anne-des-Monts via Route 132 D15: Sainte-Anne-des-Monts (Gaspésie National Park) D16: Kamouraska D17: Quebec City D18-19-20: Montreal
I feel like one night in Tadoussac is too short. Wouldn’t it be better to add another night there and only spend one night in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, skipping Gaspésie National Park? Just to clarify, we love nature and hiking but limit ourselves to about 10 km per day.
Also, I’m wondering about the distances (even though I tried to keep them reasonable), the short stops (max 2 nights except in Quebec City and Montreal, so not much time to settle in), and the weather in Gaspésie in late September-October (my husband doesn’t handle the cold well). Maybe it’d be better to only go as far as Bic National Park, then head back, and add more nights at Malbaie Gorges National Park (I didn’t stay in a park on my first trip, and my son, who got his fishing license, would be proud to bring us dinner 😊), Tadoussac, and maybe around Bic/Rimouski?
One last detail: the plan is to land in Quebec City, rent a car on D4, return it on D17, and take the train or bus to Montreal the next day, where we’ll catch our flight 4 days later. This is to cut down on rental costs and avoid having a car in Quebec City.
Thanks for reading this far—I hope I can count on your advice! 😊
Claire
Mixed (even disappointed) review of the NCL Sky Indian Ocean cruise from April 19 to May 3, 2025
Hi everyone,
I’m back from this “mixed” two-week cruise in the Indian Ocean on the Norwegian Sky.
Originally, I had booked a cruise with AIDA (also in the Indian Ocean), but unfortunately, the company decided to cancel it and offered us other options, which we declined because the dates didn’t work for us.
Since my wife really wants to do a cruise in the Indian Ocean, but very few companies offer this destination, it’s a bit complicated—especially when the dates don’t line up. Finding a good compromise between companies and timing is tough. Retirement can’t come soon enough!!!
After some research, I found a really great itinerary with Silversea (a luxury cruise line) for a 19-day cruise from Cape Town to Victoria, stopping in Madagascar (2 days), Praslin, La Digue... But my wife couldn’t get the time off. Not only was the itinerary amazing, but the price was unbeatable (5,200 € per person for a balcony suite, all-inclusive). What a shame—I would’ve loved to try this company, but maybe next time (if we’re lucky enough to have the chance).
My wife tried to take unpaid leave but wasn’t successful... Oh well!
On my end, I have more flexibility with vacation time since I travel a lot for work, so I can accumulate my days off and take them when it suits me.
So, we settled for this cruise (the only one that matched my wife’s vacation dates). Sure, we weren’t thrilled about the ship, but the itinerary wasn’t bad. We figured, why not?
I requested a quote from Logitravel, and after a discount, we paid 2,600 € per person for a balcony cabin (category BA) with the More At Sea package, which includes: 300 minutes of internet, premium drinks, 5 restaurants, and discounts on excursions...
The itinerary:
Day 1 Dubai (UAE) Boarding 11:59 PM Day 2 Abu Dhabi (UAE) 7:00 AM Day 3 Abu Dhabi (UAE) 2:00 PM Day 4 Sea day Day 5 Sea day Day 6 Sea day Day 7 Sea day Day 8 La Digue (Seychelles) 10:00 AM 8:00 PM Day 9 Mahé (Seychelles) 7:00 AM 8:00 PM Day 10 Sea day Day 11 Antsiranana (Madagascar) 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Day 12 Sea day Day 13 Pointe des Galets (Réunion) 8:00 AM 9:00 PM Day 14 Port Louis (Mauritius) 7:00 AM Day 15 Port Louis (Mauritius) 8:00 AM
After booking the cruise, I started looking for flights (Paris/Dubai and Mauritius/Paris). It’s peak Easter vacation time, so tickets are crazy expensive... I ran several simulations on Skyscanner and was shocked by the prices.
A direct flight from Paris to Dubai with Emirates is 1,400 € per person (one way), and the return from Mauritius to Paris (also with Emirates via Dubai) is 1,350 € per person.
Given these outrageous prices, I decided to book a flight with a layover. The best value I found was with Qatar (via Doha) for 650 € per person, with a 2.5-hour layover in Doha, and a direct flight from Mauritius to Paris with Corsair for 750 € per person.
With the More At Sea package, we had a 300 € credit per person for flight tickets (as long as we booked through NCL).
I requested a quote, and they offered: OUTBOUND: April 18, 2025 – Egyptair CDG-CAIRO 10:05 PM-2:30 AM February 19, 2025 – CAIRO-DUBAI 5:30 AM-10:55 AM RETURN: May 3, 2025 – Kenya Airways Port Louis-Nairobi 6:50 PM-10:10 PM, Nairobi-CDG 11:50 PM(+1)-7:30 AM (price: 950 € per person).
Sure, the price was good, but we didn’t want to fly with those airlines, and NCL didn’t have any other options. So, we booked our flights ourselves.
D-Day: Departure from Paris on April 18 with Qatar via Doha:
Two days before leaving, I checked in online and took the opportunity to buy seats near the emergency exits since my wife tends to get swollen legs on long flights. So, she prefers having extra legroom (cost: 132 € per person). It’s a bit pricey, but peace of mind is priceless.
Usually, when I have an early flight from Roissy, I always book a hotel the night before (near the airport) to avoid stress and not miss my flight. But since it was school vacation time and Good Friday, we decided to leave very early from home...
The flight was scheduled for 9:05 AM. We live 70 km from the airport and had to be there by 7:05 AM.
We barely slept... Up at 4:30 AM, and by 5:45 AM, our Uber was outside. We arrived at the airport (Roissy Terminal 1) by 6:50 AM.
Check-in was smooth—less than 10 minutes, and our bags were dropped off with boarding passes in hand.
This was my first time flying out of Roissy Terminal 1 since it was renovated for the Olympics. Wow, it’s a huge improvement—nothing like the old “camembert box” we used to know!
A few photos:








Coming up: Layover in Doha
I’m back from this “mixed” two-week cruise in the Indian Ocean on the Norwegian Sky.
Originally, I had booked a cruise with AIDA (also in the Indian Ocean), but unfortunately, the company decided to cancel it and offered us other options, which we declined because the dates didn’t work for us.
Since my wife really wants to do a cruise in the Indian Ocean, but very few companies offer this destination, it’s a bit complicated—especially when the dates don’t line up. Finding a good compromise between companies and timing is tough. Retirement can’t come soon enough!!!
After some research, I found a really great itinerary with Silversea (a luxury cruise line) for a 19-day cruise from Cape Town to Victoria, stopping in Madagascar (2 days), Praslin, La Digue... But my wife couldn’t get the time off. Not only was the itinerary amazing, but the price was unbeatable (5,200 € per person for a balcony suite, all-inclusive). What a shame—I would’ve loved to try this company, but maybe next time (if we’re lucky enough to have the chance).
My wife tried to take unpaid leave but wasn’t successful... Oh well!
On my end, I have more flexibility with vacation time since I travel a lot for work, so I can accumulate my days off and take them when it suits me.
So, we settled for this cruise (the only one that matched my wife’s vacation dates). Sure, we weren’t thrilled about the ship, but the itinerary wasn’t bad. We figured, why not?
I requested a quote from Logitravel, and after a discount, we paid 2,600 € per person for a balcony cabin (category BA) with the More At Sea package, which includes: 300 minutes of internet, premium drinks, 5 restaurants, and discounts on excursions...
The itinerary:
Day 1 Dubai (UAE) Boarding 11:59 PM Day 2 Abu Dhabi (UAE) 7:00 AM Day 3 Abu Dhabi (UAE) 2:00 PM Day 4 Sea day Day 5 Sea day Day 6 Sea day Day 7 Sea day Day 8 La Digue (Seychelles) 10:00 AM 8:00 PM Day 9 Mahé (Seychelles) 7:00 AM 8:00 PM Day 10 Sea day Day 11 Antsiranana (Madagascar) 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Day 12 Sea day Day 13 Pointe des Galets (Réunion) 8:00 AM 9:00 PM Day 14 Port Louis (Mauritius) 7:00 AM Day 15 Port Louis (Mauritius) 8:00 AM
After booking the cruise, I started looking for flights (Paris/Dubai and Mauritius/Paris). It’s peak Easter vacation time, so tickets are crazy expensive... I ran several simulations on Skyscanner and was shocked by the prices.
A direct flight from Paris to Dubai with Emirates is 1,400 € per person (one way), and the return from Mauritius to Paris (also with Emirates via Dubai) is 1,350 € per person.
Given these outrageous prices, I decided to book a flight with a layover. The best value I found was with Qatar (via Doha) for 650 € per person, with a 2.5-hour layover in Doha, and a direct flight from Mauritius to Paris with Corsair for 750 € per person.
With the More At Sea package, we had a 300 € credit per person for flight tickets (as long as we booked through NCL).
I requested a quote, and they offered: OUTBOUND: April 18, 2025 – Egyptair CDG-CAIRO 10:05 PM-2:30 AM February 19, 2025 – CAIRO-DUBAI 5:30 AM-10:55 AM RETURN: May 3, 2025 – Kenya Airways Port Louis-Nairobi 6:50 PM-10:10 PM, Nairobi-CDG 11:50 PM(+1)-7:30 AM (price: 950 € per person).
Sure, the price was good, but we didn’t want to fly with those airlines, and NCL didn’t have any other options. So, we booked our flights ourselves.
D-Day: Departure from Paris on April 18 with Qatar via Doha:
Two days before leaving, I checked in online and took the opportunity to buy seats near the emergency exits since my wife tends to get swollen legs on long flights. So, she prefers having extra legroom (cost: 132 € per person). It’s a bit pricey, but peace of mind is priceless.
Usually, when I have an early flight from Roissy, I always book a hotel the night before (near the airport) to avoid stress and not miss my flight. But since it was school vacation time and Good Friday, we decided to leave very early from home...
The flight was scheduled for 9:05 AM. We live 70 km from the airport and had to be there by 7:05 AM.
We barely slept... Up at 4:30 AM, and by 5:45 AM, our Uber was outside. We arrived at the airport (Roissy Terminal 1) by 6:50 AM.
Check-in was smooth—less than 10 minutes, and our bags were dropped off with boarding passes in hand.
This was my first time flying out of Roissy Terminal 1 since it was renovated for the Olympics. Wow, it’s a huge improvement—nothing like the old “camembert box” we used to know!
A few photos:








Coming up: Layover in Doha
Land border visa for Mozambique
Hi, I’m planning to arrive by plane in Johannesburg and cross the Mozambique land border. For a trip of less than 30 days, do I need a visa? If so, how much does it cost? And can I get it at the border?
There’s conflicting info online.
Accommodation in the Philippines
Hi there,
While our next trip is still just an idea, I wanted to check out what accommodations are available in the Philippines. I’m a bit put off by what I found—I think it’s really expensive and it’s not exactly dreamy! We’re not into staying in dorms with shared bathrooms anymore, but in Asia and South America, we’ve always found charming little places for around 30 € a night. Is that impossible in the Philippines? Are there other sites besides Booking to look at? Thanks for your tips!
While our next trip is still just an idea, I wanted to check out what accommodations are available in the Philippines. I’m a bit put off by what I found—I think it’s really expensive and it’s not exactly dreamy! We’re not into staying in dorms with shared bathrooms anymore, but in Asia and South America, we’ve always found charming little places for around 30 € a night. Is that impossible in the Philippines? Are there other sites besides Booking to look at? Thanks for your tips!
Your thoughts on a trip to Croatia
Hi there,
We were planning to spend a month in June exploring Croatia (Istria for 1 week, Plitvice Park, Zadar, Split, the islands, Dubrovnik…) and Montenegro, and we’ve already made good progress on our plans. But after reading the forum, we got a bit worried—there are so many negative reviews. Apparently, tourism has exploded, and Croatians are getting more and more fed up (which we totally get), becoming aggressive and disrespectful. The euro has sent prices skyrocketing, and scams of all kinds are popping up—even car vandalism is being mentioned!!
Here’s what we had in mind: Day 1: Our trip was supposed to start from Nice by car, with a stop in Verona to arrive in Croatia the next day. Days 2–6: First possible detour to visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia (or later from Rijeka... but I’ve heard border crossings can be super long!!!) and a 5-night stay in Rovinj (visiting Rovinj, Bale, Poreč, Grožnjan, and other small villages, Pula, maybe Cape Kamenjak, relaxing on beaches, possibly Cres Island). - Days 7–8: Head toward Rijeka and Plitvice Lakes National Park via the coastal road; 2 nights outside the park (given the prices!!!) and visit the park the next day. Do we need to book park entry way in advance for June? - Days 9–11 or 12: Leave for Zadar for 4 nights—one island (Dugi Otok, Pašman Island, Kornati Islands National Park, Silba, Molat, Olib, Premuda, Sakarun Bay, Veli Žal Beach, Iž Island, Ugljan Island), explore the city, and check out the surroundings. - Days 13–15: Head to Split, visit Šibenik, Split, and Trogir. - Days 16–17: Hvar Island. - Days 18–21 or 22: Head to Dubrovnik, explore the city, cross over to Korčula, Prapatno port at the start of the Pelješac Peninsula, via Ston, Mljet Island (Konavle and Cavtat port?).
- Then return to Split to catch the ferry to Ancona or head to Montenegro for 5–7 days.
If you’ve visited Croatia since 2023 (when it joined the Schengen Zone), we’d love to hear your thoughts on traveling there in June. Françoise
Here’s what we had in mind: Day 1: Our trip was supposed to start from Nice by car, with a stop in Verona to arrive in Croatia the next day. Days 2–6: First possible detour to visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia (or later from Rijeka... but I’ve heard border crossings can be super long!!!) and a 5-night stay in Rovinj (visiting Rovinj, Bale, Poreč, Grožnjan, and other small villages, Pula, maybe Cape Kamenjak, relaxing on beaches, possibly Cres Island). - Days 7–8: Head toward Rijeka and Plitvice Lakes National Park via the coastal road; 2 nights outside the park (given the prices!!!) and visit the park the next day. Do we need to book park entry way in advance for June? - Days 9–11 or 12: Leave for Zadar for 4 nights—one island (Dugi Otok, Pašman Island, Kornati Islands National Park, Silba, Molat, Olib, Premuda, Sakarun Bay, Veli Žal Beach, Iž Island, Ugljan Island), explore the city, and check out the surroundings. - Days 13–15: Head to Split, visit Šibenik, Split, and Trogir. - Days 16–17: Hvar Island. - Days 18–21 or 22: Head to Dubrovnik, explore the city, cross over to Korčula, Prapatno port at the start of the Pelješac Peninsula, via Ston, Mljet Island (Konavle and Cavtat port?).
- Then return to Split to catch the ferry to Ancona or head to Montenegro for 5–7 days.
If you’ve visited Croatia since 2023 (when it joined the Schengen Zone), we’d love to hear your thoughts on traveling there in June. Françoise
Who has already done the "Great Southern Loop": Antarctic Peninsula-Falklands-South Georgia?
Hello,
My current dream for a potential (last?) big trip during our winter of 2026 is mentioned in the title.
I’m particularly interested in the ship "Exploris One" (17 nights on board in January-February 2026), operated by the French company EXPLORIS (founded by former Ponant team members), and it seems to be a fully French-speaking experience with a maximum of 120 passengers. The most competitive offer I’ve found so far is through "Croisierenet.com".
So far, we’ve only sailed and landed as far as Cape Horn (with Australis), but beyond the Antarctic Peninsula itself, it’s especially South Georgia and the richness of its wildlife colonies that appeal to me the most (and the least appealing part, of course, is the price! 🤪)
For those of you who’ve sailed along and set foot on these lands—were you truly won over and did you feel, in plain terms, that "you got your money’s worth"? If by any chance you know Exploris, what can you say about it? Same for the reliability and seriousness of Croisierenet.
Given the sums involved, is it wise to wait a few more months before deciding, hoping for bigger discounts as the departure date approaches, while counting on cabin availability in my preferred category? Currently, Exploris is offering discounts of -35% off the listed catalog prices for 2025 cruises and only -25% for 2026... On the other hand, could international flights from Paris to Buenos Aires become more expensive in the meantime? (But it seems the clientele for these cruises is marginal for this international flight, and January-February also appears to be significantly cheaper than November, especially for direct round-trip flights with Air France.)
Thanks for your feedback and any other wise advice! 😉
So far, we’ve only sailed and landed as far as Cape Horn (with Australis), but beyond the Antarctic Peninsula itself, it’s especially South Georgia and the richness of its wildlife colonies that appeal to me the most (and the least appealing part, of course, is the price! 🤪)
For those of you who’ve sailed along and set foot on these lands—were you truly won over and did you feel, in plain terms, that "you got your money’s worth"? If by any chance you know Exploris, what can you say about it? Same for the reliability and seriousness of Croisierenet.
Given the sums involved, is it wise to wait a few more months before deciding, hoping for bigger discounts as the departure date approaches, while counting on cabin availability in my preferred category? Currently, Exploris is offering discounts of -35% off the listed catalog prices for 2025 cruises and only -25% for 2026... On the other hand, could international flights from Paris to Buenos Aires become more expensive in the meantime? (But it seems the clientele for these cruises is marginal for this international flight, and January-February also appears to be significantly cheaper than November, especially for direct round-trip flights with Air France.)
Thanks for your feedback and any other wise advice! 😉
Whale watching: Tadoussac or Bay of Fundy?
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip with our two kids to see whales this summer in Canada. We’ve got two options: Tadoussac or the Bay of Fundy in Saint Andrews. We’ll be there at the end of July.
Could you let me know if one spot is better than the other? Especially in terms of how likely we are to actually see the whales.
Thanks in advance, and have a great day!
Bruno
Exploring Namibia independently or with an agency?
Hello,
Namibia in April for 11 days from the 10th to the 21st with 2 adults and 3 (our son from the 16th to the 21st). We’re looking to combine 2 short circuits for this brief stay. Should we book a vehicle and accommodation through an agency?
We’re used to traveling independently, but we’re hesitant about Namibia! Any recommendations for vehicle rental sites? And agencies?
We’re planning two short circuits—partly with accommodation and partly with camping. Thanks for sharing your experience!
We’re flying from Cape Town to Windhoek on the 10th and returning on the 21st or 22nd. Marie
We’re used to traveling independently, but we’re hesitant about Namibia! Any recommendations for vehicle rental sites? And agencies?
We’re planning two short circuits—partly with accommodation and partly with camping. Thanks for sharing your experience!
We’re flying from Cape Town to Windhoek on the 10th and returning on the 21st or 22nd. Marie
10-Day Itinerary in South Africa
Hi everyone,
My partner, our 6-year-old daughter, and I are heading to South Africa in early July.
I’d love your thoughts and insights on our planned itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Joburg in the early afternoon / Overnight near the airport
Day 2: Morning flight to Cape Town / Pick up rental car / Explore the city
Day 3: Cape Peninsula (Boulders Beach to see the penguins)
Day 4: If the weather allows: whale-watching excursion from Hermanus
Day 5: Early morning flight to Kruger (Mpumalanga Airport) - Pick up rental car and head to the Blyde River Canyon Panoramic Route (stops at Mac Mac Falls, Lisbon or Berlin Falls, and Three Rondavels) / Overnight on Orpen Road as close as possible to Orpen Gate
Day 6: Enter Kruger National Park via Orpen Gate for a self-drive safari / Overnight to be decided?
Day 7: Kruger National Park / Overnight at Letaba Rest Camp (the only night we’ve managed to book in the park so far)
Day 8: Self-drive safari from Letaba Rest Camp to Manyeleti Game Reserve (overnight booked at Honeyguide Khoka Moya lodge)
Day 9: Morning guided safari in the private reserve, then return to Joburg
Day 10: Return flight in the late afternoon from Joburg Airport
What do you think?
Do you think Day 5 is doable? Does the Panoramic Route in half a day from the airport seem realistic to you?
It’s tough to find availability in the rest camps. Any suggestions for a place to stay between Orpen Gate and Letaba (Day 6)?
On the way back (Day 9), we’re considering stopping overnight between Kruger Park and Joburg. What do you think? Any towns or stops you’d recommend?
Thanks so much for your help!
Safety in Albania for two women
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Summer trip to South Africa
Hello,
Happy 2025, filled with wonderful travels! 🙂
We’re traveling as a family to South Africa for the first time in July (two parents and our four young adult children). We’ve planned a loop starting from Port Elizabeth for 13 days, followed by another loop from Johannesburg with 2 days at Blyde River Canyon and 5 days in Kruger NP.
We’re wondering about the Port Elizabeth loop. Here’s our initial idea: Day 1: Early arrival in Port Elizabeth, morning walk in Tsitsikamma NP, night at Storm River Rest Camp. Day 2: Continue visiting Tsitsikamma NP early in the morning, then Robberg Nature Reserve, night at Ebb and Flow Rest Camp. Day 3: Visit the Wilderness area, night at Ebb and Flow Rest Camp. Day 4: Drive to Hermanus. Several options: Bontebok NP or The Hoop and Cape Agulhas; night in Hermanus. Day 5: Coastal trail, boat trip (?), night in Cape Town. Day 6: Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Waterfront; night in Cape Town. Day 7: Cape Peninsula, night in Cape Town. Day 8: Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Matjiesfontein; night in the area. Day 9: AM: Karoo NP; night in Beaufort West. Day 10: Karoo NP; night in Beaufort West. Day 11: AM: Camdeboo NP; night in Graaff-Reinet. Day 12: Morning: Camdeboo NP; drive to Addo Elephant NP; visit depending on arrival time; night at Addo Elephant Rest Camp. Day 13: Addo Elephant NP; night in Port Elizabeth. Day 14: Early flight.
Does this seem balanced and suitable for July? It’s quite packed, but we’ve already had to skip quite a bit. Initially, would it be better to spend 2 nights in Tsitsikamma and just one in Wilderness? Or just one night at each to free up a day for something else?
For the car, is a minivan enough, or should we plan at least an SUV for the parks given the season?
Thanks in advance for your feedback. Have a great evening
Happy 2025, filled with wonderful travels! 🙂
We’re traveling as a family to South Africa for the first time in July (two parents and our four young adult children). We’ve planned a loop starting from Port Elizabeth for 13 days, followed by another loop from Johannesburg with 2 days at Blyde River Canyon and 5 days in Kruger NP.
We’re wondering about the Port Elizabeth loop. Here’s our initial idea: Day 1: Early arrival in Port Elizabeth, morning walk in Tsitsikamma NP, night at Storm River Rest Camp. Day 2: Continue visiting Tsitsikamma NP early in the morning, then Robberg Nature Reserve, night at Ebb and Flow Rest Camp. Day 3: Visit the Wilderness area, night at Ebb and Flow Rest Camp. Day 4: Drive to Hermanus. Several options: Bontebok NP or The Hoop and Cape Agulhas; night in Hermanus. Day 5: Coastal trail, boat trip (?), night in Cape Town. Day 6: Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Waterfront; night in Cape Town. Day 7: Cape Peninsula, night in Cape Town. Day 8: Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Matjiesfontein; night in the area. Day 9: AM: Karoo NP; night in Beaufort West. Day 10: Karoo NP; night in Beaufort West. Day 11: AM: Camdeboo NP; night in Graaff-Reinet. Day 12: Morning: Camdeboo NP; drive to Addo Elephant NP; visit depending on arrival time; night at Addo Elephant Rest Camp. Day 13: Addo Elephant NP; night in Port Elizabeth. Day 14: Early flight.
Does this seem balanced and suitable for July? It’s quite packed, but we’ve already had to skip quite a bit. Initially, would it be better to spend 2 nights in Tsitsikamma and just one in Wilderness? Or just one night at each to free up a day for something else?
For the car, is a minivan enough, or should we plan at least an SUV for the parks given the season?
Thanks in advance for your feedback. Have a great evening
A week in the Algarve
Back from a week in the Algarve.
The goal was to get some fresh air, walk at a relaxed pace (80 km in 6 days), and visit friends.
Transavia flight: No issues YorCar rental: No issues (and cheap) B&B 1: Quinta do Mocho Turismo Rural in Estoy: Good, even if a bit remote B&B 2: Casa Luma B&B in Lagos: Disappointed (and really disappointed with room #3)
Day 1: Flight, rental car, stop at São Lourenço in Almancil, and visit to Loulé Day 2: Olhão, walk at Praia do Barril, Tavira, and evening in Faro’s old town (park at São Francisco parking lot) Day 3: Walk on the boardwalks at Quinto do Ludo, Falesia beaches, Carvoeiro Day 4: The boardwalks in Alvor, Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Ferragudo, and the boardwalks around Algar Seco Day 5: Ponta da Piedade in Lagos, walk to Praia de Luz from Praia Camilho Day 6: Burgau, Cape Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, Carrapateira, and Praia da Bordeira Day 7: "Sete Vales Suspensos" hike from Marinha Beach
Our highlights: - The Vincentine Coast (Carrapateira), much nicer than the concrete of the southern coast - The fish restaurants and Cataplana (A Barrigada in Lagos, Ribeira do Poço in Vila do Bispo...) - The boardwalks everywhere (Quinto do Ludo, Alvor, Algar Seco...) - The sun on the cliffs and Falesia Beach (it’s the local Bryce Canyon) - Chatting with the fishermen perched on the cliffs of Carrapateira - The weather (we were lucky for early March)
Our disappointments: - The towns and villages (Tavira and Lagos stand out) - The traffic off the highway - The English, the English, and more English everywhere

The goal was to get some fresh air, walk at a relaxed pace (80 km in 6 days), and visit friends.
Transavia flight: No issues YorCar rental: No issues (and cheap) B&B 1: Quinta do Mocho Turismo Rural in Estoy: Good, even if a bit remote B&B 2: Casa Luma B&B in Lagos: Disappointed (and really disappointed with room #3)
Day 1: Flight, rental car, stop at São Lourenço in Almancil, and visit to Loulé Day 2: Olhão, walk at Praia do Barril, Tavira, and evening in Faro’s old town (park at São Francisco parking lot) Day 3: Walk on the boardwalks at Quinto do Ludo, Falesia beaches, Carvoeiro Day 4: The boardwalks in Alvor, Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Ferragudo, and the boardwalks around Algar Seco Day 5: Ponta da Piedade in Lagos, walk to Praia de Luz from Praia Camilho Day 6: Burgau, Cape Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, Carrapateira, and Praia da Bordeira Day 7: "Sete Vales Suspensos" hike from Marinha Beach
Our highlights: - The Vincentine Coast (Carrapateira), much nicer than the concrete of the southern coast - The fish restaurants and Cataplana (A Barrigada in Lagos, Ribeira do Poço in Vila do Bispo...) - The boardwalks everywhere (Quinto do Ludo, Alvor, Algar Seco...) - The sun on the cliffs and Falesia Beach (it’s the local Bryce Canyon) - Chatting with the fishermen perched on the cliffs of Carrapateira - The weather (we were lucky for early March)
Our disappointments: - The towns and villages (Tavira and Lagos stand out) - The traffic off the highway - The English, the English, and more English everywhere

Tips for our Québec itinerary
Hello,
We’re a couple in our 70s planning to visit Québec this summer. We only do short hikes of about 6 km round trip.
What do you think of our itinerary? Thanks so much for your advice!
Day 1: FRANCE/MONTREAL
Days 2 & 3: MONTREAL
Day 4: MONTREAL/BAIE ST PAUL – 2 nights
Day 5: BAIE ST PAUL
Day 6: BAIE ST PAUL/La Malbaie/Port-au-Persil/BAIE STE CATHERINE – 2 nights
Day 7: BAIE STE CATHERINE/TADOUSSAC/BAIE STE CATHERINE
Day 8: BAIE STE CATHERINE/SACRÉ-CŒUR/LES BERGERONNES – 2 nights
Day 9: LES BERGERONNES/ferry LES ESCOUMINS/BIC NATIONAL PARK – 2 nights in Rimouski
Day 10: BIC NATIONAL PARK
Day 11: BIC NATIONAL PARK/CARLETON-SUR-MER – 1 night
Day 12: CARLETON-SUR-MER/PERCÉ – 2 nights
Day 13: PERCÉ
Day 14: PERCÉ/GASPÉ/CAP DES ROSIERS – 1 night
Visit Forillon Park
Day 15: CAP DES ROSIERS/GASPÉSIE PARK – 2 nights in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Day 16: GASPÉSIE PARK Day 17: GASPÉSIE PARK/KAMOURASKA – 1 night Day 17: KAMOURASKA/QUÉBEC CITY Days 18 & 19: QUÉBEC CITY Day 20: QUÉBEC CITY/AIRPORT MONTREAL for France
Visit Forillon Park
Day 15: CAP DES ROSIERS/GASPÉSIE PARK – 2 nights in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Day 16: GASPÉSIE PARK Day 17: GASPÉSIE PARK/KAMOURASKA – 1 night Day 17: KAMOURASKA/QUÉBEC CITY Days 18 & 19: QUÉBEC CITY Day 20: QUÉBEC CITY/AIRPORT MONTREAL for France
Condition of the Iknioun Aline track and the Jewish Dune route to Mhamid (Morocco)
Hi there,
Has anyone recently taken the track between Iknioun and Alnif?
What’s its condition like?
Also, is there a well-marked track between the Jewish Dune and Mhamid?
Thanks for any info! Jean-Marie
Also, is there a well-marked track between the Jewish Dune and Mhamid?
Thanks for any info! Jean-Marie
A "relaxed" 16-day tour of Corsica in autumn 2024
CORSICA From September 24, 2024 to October 9, 2024
Thank you, thank you, thank you for reactivating my favorite forum, which has given me so many ideas for my trips since... 2008—it’s been ages, as they say!
So, to celebrate its return, I’m sharing this little travel journal from our latest road trip, not too long ago, since it was Corsica in the autumn.
Autumn is the ideal season to visit Corsica: fewer tourists, perfect temperatures around 25°C, and, most importantly, less stress on the roads. You can feel it everywhere. Servers and shopkeepers are more relaxed and have time to chat (yes, Corsicans do talk... but not all of them!)
09/24 Arrival in Erbalunga Whether you're from northern France or Belgium, like us, the easiest way to reach the Isle of Beauty is by flying from Lille-Lesquin Airport. Volotea offers two destinations: Bastia and Ajaccio. Be careful, though—while the ticket prices are attractive, the airline makes up for it with baggage fees. A 25kg suitcase for 212 €—that really drives up the cost of transportation! For us, it’ll be Bastia. After this short flight and an arrival that lets you clearly see the east coast of Cap Corse, we’re welcomed by our friend Jean-Claude, who’s kindly hosting us for a few days. We met this Corsican and his wife during our four-year stay in French Guiana, and I have to say, he completely changed my opinion of Corsicans and even made me want to visit his island. The house, clinging to the rock above the sea, is stunning and offers a breathtaking view of the island of Elba. I’d always heard of Elba but must admit I wouldn’t have known where to place it before. We’ll stay here for five nights, long enough to explore the north of the island.

Since we’ve just arrived, Jean-Claude wants to show us his village, ERLALUNGA, a quiet little port, and the small village of CASTELLO above it, where he spent a lot of time in his childhood...




09/24 Arrival in Erbalunga Whether you're from northern France or Belgium, like us, the easiest way to reach the Isle of Beauty is by flying from Lille-Lesquin Airport. Volotea offers two destinations: Bastia and Ajaccio. Be careful, though—while the ticket prices are attractive, the airline makes up for it with baggage fees. A 25kg suitcase for 212 €—that really drives up the cost of transportation! For us, it’ll be Bastia. After this short flight and an arrival that lets you clearly see the east coast of Cap Corse, we’re welcomed by our friend Jean-Claude, who’s kindly hosting us for a few days. We met this Corsican and his wife during our four-year stay in French Guiana, and I have to say, he completely changed my opinion of Corsicans and even made me want to visit his island. The house, clinging to the rock above the sea, is stunning and offers a breathtaking view of the island of Elba. I’d always heard of Elba but must admit I wouldn’t have known where to place it before. We’ll stay here for five nights, long enough to explore the north of the island.

Since we’ve just arrived, Jean-Claude wants to show us his village, ERLALUNGA, a quiet little port, and the small village of CASTELLO above it, where he spent a lot of time in his childhood...





Miami to Atlanta: What to see along the way?
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip from Miami to Atlanta in May.
Where should I stop along the route?
Which cities are the most interesting?
Thanks! !
I’m planning a family trip from Miami to Atlanta in May.
Where should I stop along the route?
Which cities are the most interesting?
Thanks! !
Your thoughts on my 14-day South Africa itinerary for a senior traveler
Hello,
I’m taking advantage of the forum reopening to ask this question:
For her 70th birthday, my mom will receive—as a gift—a trip to South Africa at the end of May 2025. We’ll arrive and depart (13 nights later) from JNB on Air France AF990/AF995. We’ll obviously rent a car for certain parts of the trip. I’ve been to the Cape Town area and as far as Agulhas twice, but she’s never been to South Africa before. She might enjoy a day or two of safari, but it’s not a priority for her. I’m well aware that trying to pack in too much is risky, which is why I’m looking for your advice on itineraries, safety, and health (status of the Marburg virus). So far, which combinations of these visits (in no particular order) would be doable and most enjoyable for her at a reasonable pace:
1-day excursion to Pilanesberg Park (+ Hartbeespoort on the way back if possible), self-drive or with a tour guide? 2 nights around the Panorama Route self-driving Garden Route from/to George/PLZ for 5 nights (what are the must-sees for a first-timer with so little time?) Wine region for 2 nights (is it worth doing both the Stellenbosch bus tour and the Franschhoek Wine Tram the next day, or vice versa)—she loves good wine! Cape Town for 2 nights (is it worth stopping at the Cape of Good Hope if—only if—you’ve maybe already been to Agulhas?).
This would give a final itinerary like this:
Day 1: Morning arrival in JNB—rest day/to be defined Day 2: Guided game drive excursion to Pilanesberg Park Day 3: Flight JNB–Port Elizabeth, pick up rental car, drive to Tsitsikamma Day 4–6: Garden Route: activities to be defined Day 7: Transfer to Franschhoek: Wine Tram in the afternoon Day 8: Taxi to Stellenbosch for the Vine Hopper bus tour Day 9–11: Transfer to Cape Town: activities to be defined Day 12: Flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit or Nelspruit Day 13: Visit the Panorama Route Day 14: Flight from Hoedspruit or Nelspruit to JNB, then evening flight back to France
Given the time spent on the Garden Route, what are the must-sees? Same question for the Panorama Route? In general, she prefers beautiful walks with incredible landscapes/views and cultural visits over big cats, but it would be a shame not to see some local wildlife like meerkats, whales (I doubt it in May), or penguins during her stay! There you go—feel free to critique (not too harshly, though😛)/advise/improve. Thanks in advance! 🙂
For her 70th birthday, my mom will receive—as a gift—a trip to South Africa at the end of May 2025. We’ll arrive and depart (13 nights later) from JNB on Air France AF990/AF995. We’ll obviously rent a car for certain parts of the trip. I’ve been to the Cape Town area and as far as Agulhas twice, but she’s never been to South Africa before. She might enjoy a day or two of safari, but it’s not a priority for her. I’m well aware that trying to pack in too much is risky, which is why I’m looking for your advice on itineraries, safety, and health (status of the Marburg virus). So far, which combinations of these visits (in no particular order) would be doable and most enjoyable for her at a reasonable pace:
1-day excursion to Pilanesberg Park (+ Hartbeespoort on the way back if possible), self-drive or with a tour guide? 2 nights around the Panorama Route self-driving Garden Route from/to George/PLZ for 5 nights (what are the must-sees for a first-timer with so little time?) Wine region for 2 nights (is it worth doing both the Stellenbosch bus tour and the Franschhoek Wine Tram the next day, or vice versa)—she loves good wine! Cape Town for 2 nights (is it worth stopping at the Cape of Good Hope if—only if—you’ve maybe already been to Agulhas?).
This would give a final itinerary like this:
Day 1: Morning arrival in JNB—rest day/to be defined Day 2: Guided game drive excursion to Pilanesberg Park Day 3: Flight JNB–Port Elizabeth, pick up rental car, drive to Tsitsikamma Day 4–6: Garden Route: activities to be defined Day 7: Transfer to Franschhoek: Wine Tram in the afternoon Day 8: Taxi to Stellenbosch for the Vine Hopper bus tour Day 9–11: Transfer to Cape Town: activities to be defined Day 12: Flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit or Nelspruit Day 13: Visit the Panorama Route Day 14: Flight from Hoedspruit or Nelspruit to JNB, then evening flight back to France
Given the time spent on the Garden Route, what are the must-sees? Same question for the Panorama Route? In general, she prefers beautiful walks with incredible landscapes/views and cultural visits over big cats, but it would be a shame not to see some local wildlife like meerkats, whales (I doubt it in May), or penguins during her stay! There you go—feel free to critique (not too harshly, though😛)/advise/improve. Thanks in advance! 🙂
Périple pour des jours meilleurs en Polynésie English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je viens d'annuler une croisière aux Marquises mais j'ai très envie de retourner en PF quand la situation sera meilleure et surtout que l'on n'aura pas besoin de porter un masque pendant 24 heures de suite pour le voyage, en espérant que cela arrive un jour .... Peut-être Novembre 2021, on peut toujours rêver.
Cette croisière passait aussi dans des îles que nous avions déjà visitées donc changement de cap, nous allons voir seulement les îles qui nous intéressent et voyager en avion.
J'ai l'habitude d'organiser nos voyages mais j'avoue que là avec le casse tête des vols d'Air Tahiti, je n'ai pas envie de le faire moi-même donc j'ai contacté une agence de Papeete qui a bonne réputation et m'a proposé un programme conforme à ce que je lui ai demandé mais que je souhaite modifier.
Programme proposé : Tahiti : 2 nuits Raivavae 3 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Hiva Oa : 4 nuits Nuku Hiva 3 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Rangiroa 3 nuits Fakarava 4 nuits Tahiti 2 nuits
Programme souhaité: Tahiti : 1 nuit Raivavae 3 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Hiva Oa : 3 nuits Nuku Hiva 3 nuits UaPou 2 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Tikehau 3 nuits Fakarava 4 nuits Tahiti 1 nuit J'aimerais avoir l'avis de personnes qui connaissent ces îles quant à mes changements d'une part et d'autre part à Fakarava quel est le mieux entre le Pearl lodge et la pension Viaiama. Mon mari est plongeur et moi je fais du snorkeling donc les Tuamotu sont incontournables mais j'ai peur que Rangiroa soit un peu trop fréquentée donc Tikehau me semble plus adaptée à ce que nous aimons. Je vous remercie d'avance pour vos suggestions. Cordialement. Edith
Programme proposé : Tahiti : 2 nuits Raivavae 3 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Hiva Oa : 4 nuits Nuku Hiva 3 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Rangiroa 3 nuits Fakarava 4 nuits Tahiti 2 nuits
Programme souhaité: Tahiti : 1 nuit Raivavae 3 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Hiva Oa : 3 nuits Nuku Hiva 3 nuits UaPou 2 nuits Tahiti : 1 nuit Tikehau 3 nuits Fakarava 4 nuits Tahiti 1 nuit J'aimerais avoir l'avis de personnes qui connaissent ces îles quant à mes changements d'une part et d'autre part à Fakarava quel est le mieux entre le Pearl lodge et la pension Viaiama. Mon mari est plongeur et moi je fais du snorkeling donc les Tuamotu sont incontournables mais j'ai peur que Rangiroa soit un peu trop fréquentée donc Tikehau me semble plus adaptée à ce que nous aimons. Je vous remercie d'avance pour vos suggestions. Cordialement. Edith
De France à Abidjan par mer (cargo ou voilier) English translation pending
🙂 Bonjour, Je viens de m'inscrire sur ce site pour essayer de trouver des infos pour aller de France à Abidjan par mer. Apparement c'est "impossible" mais comme ce mot n'est pas dans mon vocabulaire, je persiste et signe. Je cherche à rejoindre mon fils (métis) et sa petite famille qui y vivent. Ils m'attendent.
Toute espèce d'information sont les bienvenues 🤪
f r a n k i e
Toute espèce d'information sont les bienvenues 🤪
f r a n k i e
Voir les vieux moulins blancs de l'Andalousie English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Nous partons prochainement en Andalousie et j aurai voulu voir des Vieux moulins blancs typiques de l Espagne.
Si qqun connais des endroits où des villes où je pourrais en voir merci de votre réponse.
Merci d avance pour vos réponses.
Projet de tour du monde à pied English translation pending
Bonjour,
Annonce très en avance :
J’ai un grand rêve, celui de faire le tour du monde à pied, au départ de Paris.
Au début, mon intention était de partir seul et de faire des rencontres sur le chemin… Je me suis ensuite ravisé, notamment pour des questions de sécurité à tous les niveaux : risques liés aux mauvaises rencontres, stabilité sociale, repère affectif etc.
Je cherche donc dans l’idéal un.une coéquiper.e, ou pourquoi pas un groupe.
Je dois avouer que je n’aime pas beaucoup l’idée d’un trop grand groupe, car c’est imposant pour ceux que l’on rencontre, et contraignant lorsqu’il faut prendre des décisions.
C’est un projet sérieux que je prévois d’effectuer d’ici 3 à 5 ans, le temps de se documenter et de tout penser au mieux : matériellement , financièrement, administrativement, humainement…
C’est un projet de vie, qui va durer plus ou moins 10ans.
Les pays que je souhaiterais traverser :
La Grèce La Turquie La Géorgie L’Iran Le plateau tibétain (?) La Chine
Le Japon représenterait la moitié du chemin pour rendre visite à ma sœur et son mari.
⇒ Traversée du Pacifique : faire une île du pacifique
Le Canada Le long de la Cote Ouest des USA L’Amérique Centrale L’Amérique du Sud
⇒ Traversée de l’Atlantique : arrivé au Cap-Vert (?)
Arrivé en au Sénégal Pour ensuite remonter au Maroc, L’Espagne Puis retour en France.
Je cherche des camarades capables d’être autonomes sur le plan matériel et financier au cas où l’on déciderait de se séparer (de manière définitive ou non).
Je suis bilingue anglais/français. J’ai quelques notions d’allemand, d’italien, de flamand. J’ai surtout une bonne base en Chinois. Si vous avez des notions de russe et/ou d’espagnole, ça serait le top.
En ce qui concerne les transports (vélo, voiture, bus, train, bateau, avion), je suis prêt à en prendre dans 4 conditions :
- Lorsque la réalité du terrain l’impose (exemple : traverser de l’océan). - Lorsque le transport en question est une expérience inédite en soi (exemple : le transsibérien). - Lorsque les conditions physiques l’imposent (exemple : blessures ou maladie en cours de guérison) - Lorsqu’il est nécessaire de « sauter par-dessus » un pays (exemple : le Turkménistan, la Corée du Nord, pays en guerre...)
Hormis ces conditions, je souhaite vivement que la pratique de la marche reste l’expérience centrale de ce projet.
N’hésitez pas à m’écrire pour toutes remarques /questions, ou plus si intéressé...
Au plaisir de vous lire,
Emmanuel
Annonce très en avance :
J’ai un grand rêve, celui de faire le tour du monde à pied, au départ de Paris.
Au début, mon intention était de partir seul et de faire des rencontres sur le chemin… Je me suis ensuite ravisé, notamment pour des questions de sécurité à tous les niveaux : risques liés aux mauvaises rencontres, stabilité sociale, repère affectif etc.
Je cherche donc dans l’idéal un.une coéquiper.e, ou pourquoi pas un groupe.
Je dois avouer que je n’aime pas beaucoup l’idée d’un trop grand groupe, car c’est imposant pour ceux que l’on rencontre, et contraignant lorsqu’il faut prendre des décisions.
C’est un projet sérieux que je prévois d’effectuer d’ici 3 à 5 ans, le temps de se documenter et de tout penser au mieux : matériellement , financièrement, administrativement, humainement…
C’est un projet de vie, qui va durer plus ou moins 10ans.
Les pays que je souhaiterais traverser :
La Grèce La Turquie La Géorgie L’Iran Le plateau tibétain (?) La Chine
Le Japon représenterait la moitié du chemin pour rendre visite à ma sœur et son mari.
⇒ Traversée du Pacifique : faire une île du pacifique
Le Canada Le long de la Cote Ouest des USA L’Amérique Centrale L’Amérique du Sud
⇒ Traversée de l’Atlantique : arrivé au Cap-Vert (?)
Arrivé en au Sénégal Pour ensuite remonter au Maroc, L’Espagne Puis retour en France.
Je cherche des camarades capables d’être autonomes sur le plan matériel et financier au cas où l’on déciderait de se séparer (de manière définitive ou non).
Je suis bilingue anglais/français. J’ai quelques notions d’allemand, d’italien, de flamand. J’ai surtout une bonne base en Chinois. Si vous avez des notions de russe et/ou d’espagnole, ça serait le top.
En ce qui concerne les transports (vélo, voiture, bus, train, bateau, avion), je suis prêt à en prendre dans 4 conditions :
- Lorsque la réalité du terrain l’impose (exemple : traverser de l’océan). - Lorsque le transport en question est une expérience inédite en soi (exemple : le transsibérien). - Lorsque les conditions physiques l’imposent (exemple : blessures ou maladie en cours de guérison) - Lorsqu’il est nécessaire de « sauter par-dessus » un pays (exemple : le Turkménistan, la Corée du Nord, pays en guerre...)
Hormis ces conditions, je souhaite vivement que la pratique de la marche reste l’expérience centrale de ce projet.
N’hésitez pas à m’écrire pour toutes remarques /questions, ou plus si intéressé...
Au plaisir de vous lire,
Emmanuel
Trois jours de randonnée dans le Parc national des Ecrins English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Mon compagnon et moi prévoyons des vacances d'une semaine dans le parc des écrins en septembre. Nous aimerions y faire 3 jours de randonnée en s'arrêtant dans les refuges. Nous sommes des bons marcheurs mais pas des alpinistes (6 h de marche par jour me semble bien).
J'ai trouvé cette boucle là : "Trois jours de randonnée dans le parc national des Ecrins au départ de Bourg d'Arud. Cap vers le lac et le col de la Muzelle, Valsenestre, le lac de Labarre, la cabane de la Selle, le col de la Brèche et le lac de Lauvitel." Qu'en pensez vous ? Avez vous autre chose à proposer ?
Merci beaucoup !
Mon compagnon et moi prévoyons des vacances d'une semaine dans le parc des écrins en septembre. Nous aimerions y faire 3 jours de randonnée en s'arrêtant dans les refuges. Nous sommes des bons marcheurs mais pas des alpinistes (6 h de marche par jour me semble bien).
J'ai trouvé cette boucle là : "Trois jours de randonnée dans le parc national des Ecrins au départ de Bourg d'Arud. Cap vers le lac et le col de la Muzelle, Valsenestre, le lac de Labarre, la cabane de la Selle, le col de la Brèche et le lac de Lauvitel." Qu'en pensez vous ? Avez vous autre chose à proposer ?
Merci beaucoup !
Séjourner vers le Bassin d'Arcachon English translation pending
Bonjour
Je souhaite séjourner une semaine mi Octobre autour du Bassin mais ne sais pas exactement quelle ville choisir
Nous serons en famille avec nos deux adolescents , nous aimerions être dans la nature sans trop être isolés de tout
Je m'explique pas loin de centres d'Intérêts comme : Dune du Pyla, l'Île aux oiseaux , pret de commodités : restaurants, petits commerces, marchés, et surtout prêt la mer.
Nous aimerions faire à un moment donné du vélo et une randonnée.
Nous souhaitons éviter une trop grande agglomération.
Merci pour vos idées.
Vacances en France en R1200 GS English translation pending
Bonjour
Durant nos prochaines vacances en juillet nous envisageons de traverser la France de BREST à CANNES en passant par le massif central et un retour par les alpes
Je suis à la recherche de bonnes adresse ( camping ; chambre d'hôtes et de coins sympas à visité dans le massif central )
Merci d'avance
Cordialement
Xavier
Cordialement
Xavier
Vos avis sur mon itinéraire en Afrique du Sud en famille English translation pending
Bonjour,
Après un (magnifique) séjour à 2 en Namibie en 2016, nous voudrions partir en Afrique du Sud avec nos enfants. Nous envisageons un voyage en 2021 (ou 2022), en juillet ou en août, sur une période idéalement de 4 semaines. Nos enfants auront alors 11 et 8 ans. Madame me laissant libre pour organiser le voyage, avec pour principale contrainte de ne pas avoir trop de journées super chargées en terme de temps passé sur la route.
Après pas mal de lecture sur le forum depuis un bon moment (aller en AfSud me trotte dans la tête depuis la Namibie), j'ai imaginé un itinéraire qui serait en gros le suivant : - J1/J3 : Le Cap - J4 : Le Cap -> Hermanus - J5 : Hermanus (sortie baleines ?) - J6 : Hermanus -> De Hoop - J7 :De Hoop -> Wilderness - J8 : Knysna, Tsitsikamma (?) - J9 : Knysna -> Addo Elephant NP - J10 : Addo Elephant NP - J11 : Addo -> Port Elizabeth - J12 : Vol Port Elizabeth -> Durban + route vers St Lucia - J13/J14 : St Lucia, iSimangaliso, crocos/hippos - J15 : St Lucia -> Hluhluwe-Mfolozi - J16 : Hluhluwe-Mfolozi - J17 : Hluhluwe-Mfolozi -> Swaziland - J18 : Swaziland - J19 : Swaziland -> Kruger (Biyamiti ?) - J20/J22 : Kruger (Lower Sabie, Satara, Olifants ?) - J23 : Kruger -> Blyde River - J24 : Blyde River - J25 : Blyde River -> Johannesbourg - J26 : Johannesbourg (Soweto ?) - J27 : vol retour
Est-ce que ça vous semble un programme compatible avec des enfants de 8/11 ans ? Pas trop speed ?
Merci
PM
Après un (magnifique) séjour à 2 en Namibie en 2016, nous voudrions partir en Afrique du Sud avec nos enfants. Nous envisageons un voyage en 2021 (ou 2022), en juillet ou en août, sur une période idéalement de 4 semaines. Nos enfants auront alors 11 et 8 ans. Madame me laissant libre pour organiser le voyage, avec pour principale contrainte de ne pas avoir trop de journées super chargées en terme de temps passé sur la route.
Après pas mal de lecture sur le forum depuis un bon moment (aller en AfSud me trotte dans la tête depuis la Namibie), j'ai imaginé un itinéraire qui serait en gros le suivant : - J1/J3 : Le Cap - J4 : Le Cap -> Hermanus - J5 : Hermanus (sortie baleines ?) - J6 : Hermanus -> De Hoop - J7 :De Hoop -> Wilderness - J8 : Knysna, Tsitsikamma (?) - J9 : Knysna -> Addo Elephant NP - J10 : Addo Elephant NP - J11 : Addo -> Port Elizabeth - J12 : Vol Port Elizabeth -> Durban + route vers St Lucia - J13/J14 : St Lucia, iSimangaliso, crocos/hippos - J15 : St Lucia -> Hluhluwe-Mfolozi - J16 : Hluhluwe-Mfolozi - J17 : Hluhluwe-Mfolozi -> Swaziland - J18 : Swaziland - J19 : Swaziland -> Kruger (Biyamiti ?) - J20/J22 : Kruger (Lower Sabie, Satara, Olifants ?) - J23 : Kruger -> Blyde River - J24 : Blyde River - J25 : Blyde River -> Johannesbourg - J26 : Johannesbourg (Soweto ?) - J27 : vol retour
Est-ce que ça vous semble un programme compatible avec des enfants de 8/11 ans ? Pas trop speed ?
Merci
PM
Circuit, endroits à visiter et nombre de jours en Bretagne? English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je planifie un circuit en Bretagne à partir du 6 juin.. Le piège c'est de vouloir tout voir et de trop courir. Aussi merci de me dire ce que vous pensez de mon ébauche, trop d'endroits ? nb de jours correct, ce qu'il manque éventuellement, merci , Christophe
Départ jeudi 4 debut aprèm nuit région Angers ( pour couper la loooonngue route depuis l'Isère)
Trajet Angers-Dinan journée du 5 Arrivée Dinan pour 4 nuits ( visites prévues Dinan, Dinart, St Malo, Cancale, Mont St Michel), assez de jours ou trop, quoi enlever ou rajouter ?
Départ le 9 matin visite en route Erthy, Cap Fréhel, ile de Bréhat (ou le lendemain s'il faut la journée pour la découvrir), cote de Granit rose. Nuit Lannion du 9 au 12 ( visites prévues ile de Bréhat ou pas, Morlaix, Lannion, Roscoff, ile de Batz)
Départ et nuit le 13 région Concarneau à définir pour 3 ou 4 nuits en fonction de vos conseils ( visites prévues Crozon, Camaret, Morgat, Locronan, Concarneau, Pont Aven, Quimperlé)
Je planifie un circuit en Bretagne à partir du 6 juin.. Le piège c'est de vouloir tout voir et de trop courir. Aussi merci de me dire ce que vous pensez de mon ébauche, trop d'endroits ? nb de jours correct, ce qu'il manque éventuellement, merci , Christophe
Départ jeudi 4 debut aprèm nuit région Angers ( pour couper la loooonngue route depuis l'Isère)
Trajet Angers-Dinan journée du 5 Arrivée Dinan pour 4 nuits ( visites prévues Dinan, Dinart, St Malo, Cancale, Mont St Michel), assez de jours ou trop, quoi enlever ou rajouter ?
Départ le 9 matin visite en route Erthy, Cap Fréhel, ile de Bréhat (ou le lendemain s'il faut la journée pour la découvrir), cote de Granit rose. Nuit Lannion du 9 au 12 ( visites prévues ile de Bréhat ou pas, Morlaix, Lannion, Roscoff, ile de Batz)
Départ et nuit le 13 région Concarneau à définir pour 3 ou 4 nuits en fonction de vos conseils ( visites prévues Crozon, Camaret, Morgat, Locronan, Concarneau, Pont Aven, Quimperlé)
CroisiEurope redémarre entre Nice et la Corse fin août English translation pending
Croisieurope vient d'annoncer que la Belle des Oceans (ex Silver Discoverer) va démarrer fin aout des croisières entre Nice et la Corse.
C'est un bateau de petite taille (64 cabines) très sympathique (voir mon compte rendu https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9827073 ) qui est actuellement en arrêt à Trogir en Croatie (d'où sont originaires une bonne partie des navigants) et devait gagner le Canada.
Croisieurope fait des efforts pour ce redémarrage : acompte 15 jours avant le départ, annulation gratuite jusqu'à 15 jours du départ.