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Hi, I’m heading to Viti Levu, the main island, for a few days’ vacation. I usually rent a two-wheeler to keep some independence. On several forums, people advised against it—first because it’s not really the local culture, and also because of the road conditions and local driving habits. But I’m a bit wary of English-language forums where the typical vacation is just airport-resort-airport with a taxi in between. Can you confirm if it’s really that risky compared to, say, Southeast Asia? What are the alternatives? Buses, taxis? Thanks!

Hello,

I was supposed to do pet-sitting in Cyprus for 3 weeks starting the last week of June, but that plan was canceled. However, I’d already bought the tickets and still want to go because I’ve never been there. Is anyone interested in joining me? I’d now like to leave for 2 weeks, from June 24 to July 8. I’m flying from Paris with Ryanair. I’m 54 and looking for someone aged 40 or older (no one younger), and gentlemen, if you’re interested in my post, I’d like to clarify that I’m not looking for a boyfriend. Patricia

Hi everyone,

I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.

Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.

Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.

Hey fellow travelers,

I'm back in the "travel journal" section to share our 15-day adventure in Kenya in November 2024. It was pretty much our first time in East Africa (since Zanzibar doesn’t really count 😜).

As usual, I’m sharing the journal I made for our loved ones—still as casual and cheerful as ever, just to give them a little break from their tough workdays 😄.

We organized the whole trip ourselves, and to be original here LOL, we took some *very* well-trodden paths: Naivasha, Tsavo, and Diani. But what I loved about this country is that it’s so easy to go off the beaten track—even on the "tourist highways" 😉.

So, if you're a safari fanatic or after stunning wildlife photos, you might be disappointed. But if you want to discover other sides of Kenya, you might just find what you're looking for 😉.

Looking forward to sharing this fun journey with you all 😊.

Hello everyone! I just got back from a little trip to Cambodia, and I really wanted to share this experience with you—because honestly, it was wow from start to finish. I set my bags down in Siem Reap, and even though I knew the temples would be amazing… I wasn’t expecting that much beauty. Angkor Wat, of course, is THE classic, and you quickly understand why. I went super early in the morning to see the sunrise (yes, 4:30 AM wake-up, and no complaining 😊), and I don’t regret a second of it: that soft light, the silhouettes of the towers in the mist… you feel so small. I also loved Bayon, with its mysterious faces, and Ta Prohm, overrun by giant roots—guaranteed Tomb Raider vibes, but without the crowds of Lara Croft. What I found amazing is that beyond the big temples, there are plenty of quieter, almost forgotten spots where you can sit, listen to the birds, and just soak in the moment. It was hot (really hot!), so I didn’t hesitate to take breaks in the shade with a nice cold mango juice. For nature, I took a little trip to Tonlé Sap Lake. Very different, more raw, but super interesting. The floating villages are surprising—it makes you think about life at the rhythm of the water, and I was lucky enough to chat a bit with a local thanks to my guide. Authentic, simple, and touching. And then those kids rowing like pros in plastic boats… respect. In short, this trip did me so much good. Landscapes that filled my eyes, sincere smiles, and that feeling of having brushed against something bigger, something older. Cambodia—I’m not really leaving it behind; I’m bringing a little piece of it with me. If you’re hesitating about going: just go for it! And if you have any practical questions, I’d be happy to chat 😊

Hi there. We’d like to drive across Thailand from Bangkok to the north of the country by car, in several stages, far from the beaten track. Could anyone give us some tips on this kind of trip? Thanks so much, Laurent and Marie

Hello fellow travelers,

I spent 3 weeks in Cambodia this January, and I completely fell in love with this country—especially the Cambodian people. I took my time because it was possible, and it turned out to be a total success. Originally, this trip was planned for 2021 and 2022 with my husband, but COVID and an illness threw everything off. Now traveling solo, I went with Siem Reap à la Carte, a local agency. I can’t recommend Mélanie and Nathalie enough—they helped design the itinerary together with me, and the guides and drivers were top-notch. Since I was alone with them, the connection was incredible.

My itinerary: Phnom Penh (2 nights). I arrived at the airport at 1 PM, and everything went super smoothly—I had my E-visa and E-arrival. I had the afternoon free on arrival, a guide the next morning, and the afternoon free again. Battambang (2 nights) with a local guide for all the visits (temples, the bat flight, bamboo train, the surrounding countryside, markets, etc.). Siem Reap (6 nights). I chose to take the public boat across the Tonlé Sap—8 hours on the water, but it goes by quickly, and the scenery is stunning. Of course, in Siem Reap, it’s all about the Angkor temples—most people come for that—but Nathalie and Mélanie also arranged some unique experiences, like visiting a lacquer workshop (even though this wasn’t my first trip to Asia and I’d seen them before, this one was different). I even tried making incense sticks (I’m not very good at it), and we had lunch at a local’s home. There are, of course, the markets, and I also took a cooking class with a chef at his home, where we ate what we prepared. I also spent another day on a boat visiting a village on the Tonlé Sap. I used my free time for a massage, a stroll around town, and in the evenings, I’d head to Pub Street—guaranteed fun. I also visited the Thousand Lingas River. I won’t list all the temples I saw—you can make your own choices or follow recommendations. Either way, everything is breathtaking. Banlung and Ratanakiri, where I spent 4 nights. Because of that, I didn’t go to Mondulkiri. I loved it—jungle walks, visits to ethnic villages and cemeteries, and for those who want, there are plenty of waterfalls where you can swim. The most tourists I saw at once was 5 (a group of 4 and me a little farther away, so you can have peace and quiet). I also spent time at an elephant sanctuary. I was hesitant at first, but everything had been so perfect up to that point that I went, and I have no regrets. It was just me, the guide, and the rangers—lovely people—and the elephants were living their best lives. Next, I headed to Kratié for 2 nights: temples, the Irrawaddy dolphins, and a half-day on Koh Trong Island by bike, tasting their famous pomelos—a pure delight. No cars on the island, just calm and serenity. On my way to Kep, where I spent 4 nights, I stopped for a night in Kampong Cham, visiting temples, villages, and the bamboo bridge. With this kind of travel style, it’s easy to stop wherever you feel like it. So, I arrived in KEP to taste the famous Kep crabs—don’t miss them! The agency arranged a full-day motorbike tour (I wasn’t the one driving!), exploring the countryside and salt marshes. Of course, you should also visit Kampot, and if you love pepper, make sure to leave room in your luggage to bring some back. A full day of fishing by boat, with lunch on board (the fish we caught—though not by me, I’m terrible at that too). A kayak trip through the mangroves. In short, everything was perfect here too, and I took my time to enjoy the sunsets. Back to Phnom Penh for one last night before returning to France. A sunset cruise on the Mekong, and I visited some places I didn’t have time for when I arrived. This was my first solo trip—I usually travel with someone—but the organization was flawless, and the people were wonderful. I didn’t go to the islands near Sihanoukville, even though that was originally part of the plan. But I truly fell in love with this country. I’m considering Thailand next winter, but I’m also seriously thinking about returning to Siem Reap or even visiting those islands. If you’d like more details, I’m happy to help. Nathalie and Mélanie were incredibly patient with me—I’d been in touch with them since 2020, and in 2021, I had to cancel everything. They’re two French women who’ve lived there for a long time, know the country inside out, and—most importantly—have immense respect for the people they work with (guides, drivers). That’s a value that’s very important to me. Happy travels to all!

Hi there,

I’m spending a few days in Singapore, which I love. I was thinking about maybe heading to Tioman, but it’s a real hassle with the bus and ferry times—plus, you pretty much have to stay overnight in Mersing for safety. I also looked into Bintan, which seems pretty nice. You need a visa since it’s in Indonesia, and it’s a big, beautiful island. There’s even a Club Med, so it must be a decent spot. Tioman looks stunning in videos, but yeah… I’m still going back and forth on this one!

In this charming open-air library, I came across a novel by Perumal Murugan, a Tamil writer and professor of Tamil literature, sometimes controversial because he’s accused of advocating too strongly for women’s rights. It’s a harsh novel about love and caste. The love between Kumaresan and Saroja in today’s rural India. The title: *The Pyre*

Hello everyone,

I’m so happy to share my climb with you, and if it inspires you to take it on, then it’ll be a success. Sometimes I’ll use the local language because I think it’s essential to connect with the people we meet along the way.

This adventure took place last year, just before winter, right after summer, and smack in the middle of autumn. That really sets the time of year. After climbing Mont-Beuvray—a story I shared here ages ago—I decided to tackle a much more adventurous peak: the summit of Haut-Folin, which rises to 901 m, and that’s no small feat, let’s be honest. It’s located in the Bois du Roi massif. Up there, you often brush against the clouds, which seem to take a mischievous pleasure in wrapping around you.

I’m going fully self-sufficient—no porters, no guide, no cook. I’m just treating myself to a very short approach flight. The flight is early in the morning on a small plane, the *Spirit of St Bernadette*, and it’s perfect. I’ll enjoy watching it deliver mail in the mountains. The pilot will drop me off at the hamlet of *La Pierre en Eau*, near Anost, a small village at the foot of this forest-covered giant.

Physical condition I’m now really seasoned for such an expedition because I’ve trained every day by walking to the village grocery store—round trip, in all weather, that’s 2.1 km. The 451 m elevation gain won’t be a problem for me. .../...

Hi everyone,

I’m so happy to be posting on this forum again. I’m planning my trip and I’m trying to figure out the train route from Osaka to Odawara. I’ve found direct trains, but I can’t find a direct site for the specific train line (not sure if I’m making sense?!)

Because what I’ve found seems to be a “third-party” site. I can’t seem to find the official site for the specific line. If anyone can shed some light on this, I’d really appreciate it—thanks in advance!

Best,

Hello,

I’m planning to cycle from Paris to Prague in three weeks. It’s the worst time of year temperature-wise, especially since I’m pretty sensitive to the cold. But I don’t have a choice about either the timing or the destination (it’s a break between two jobs that just happens to fall during this period, and I’m heading to Prague to meet friends for a specific event in mid-February).

So it’s going to be *very* cold. And while I’ve done a few relaxed one- to two-week bike trips before, I’ve never cycled in winter. That’s why I’d love your advice on two things! :)

1- Accommodation along the route On my previous trips, the weather was more forgiving, so I always brought my tent and didn’t have to worry about accommodation logistics. But this time, it’s a whole different story—I won’t be able to sleep outside (too cold + it gets dark too early). So I need to plan all my lodging in advance.

I’ve looked at a few existing threads about cycling from Paris to Prague, but they all focus on campsites/tents since the timing allowed for outdoor sleeping. Does anyone know: 1- If those campsites, which seem to be fairly evenly spaced along the route, have winter facilities (I assume most close in winter, but you never know)? This is especially important for the German and Czech sections (I’ll be fine in France). 2- How easy it is to find affordable youth hostels everywhere, and if so, whether I should book them in advance?

2- Winter cycling gear Since I’ve never cycled in winter before, I don’t have the right gear. I’m particularly concerned about gloves and shoes, since my extremities will take a beating. What shoes would you recommend for temperatures around 0°C? I don’t plan to cycle in winter again after this, and all my other trips have been in regular running shoes, which worked just fine for me. So I’d prefer not to spend a fortune on super technical gear that I’ll only use once. But I also don’t want to skimp on cold protection—being freezing could ruin the whole trip. So if the only solution is "super technical" shoes, I’ll go for it.

> What shoes do you wear or recommend for simple bike trips that keep your feet warm and dry? > Does the overshoe option (over a pair of regular sneakers, for example) seem like a good solution? (I just discovered overshoes—I have no idea how effective they are.) If so, are Decathlon’s overshoes good enough, or should I go to a specialty bike shop?

Thanks so much!

(Oops, sorry for the novel...)

Hi, Any suggestions for a traditional Austrian restaurant in Vienna (Austria)? Thanks in advance, Jc

Hi everyone, I can't seem to book a first-class sleeper from Bangkok to Chiang Mai on February 2nd using the train company's official website. At first, I thought it was because I was searching too early. But now (December 3rd), it should be working. No trains show up for that date.



Is there another way to book this train ticket? Thanks so much.

Hello everyone,

I’ve been to Morocco about fifteen times, but I’ve never posted a travel journal here on Voyage Forum. Why? I have no idea… Maybe because this section was so active, with lots of stories and photos. I thought sharing my adventures in *al Maghrib* wouldn’t be very original. Today, this space feels quieter, so what if I tried to give it a little life back, modestly? With some help…

This trip will be different. From the start of my relationship with Richard, I was determined to introduce him to *my* Morocco. But he was a bit reluctant… He’ll tell you about our 2022 meeting, and I’ll illustrate it with my photos, just like we did with our India travel journal.

Hi there,

Alright, here’s my own road book for 3 weeks (late June – mid-July 2025) — looking forward to your feedback!

We’re not hikers or hardcore adventurers, so I’ve focused the itinerary on what we consider the essentials. We’re flying into SF and out of Las Vegas (because of airfare prices!) and also because I’m skipping Yosemite (doesn’t really tempt us). I’m planning a day trip to Death Valley from LV (been there before — it lets you see the highlights, and that was enough for me at the time). We’re not going as far as Canyon de Chelly — already done, and it didn’t really wow me. Just to note, this is pretty similar to a trip I’ve done before that worked well for us, but I’m open to tweaking it based on your suggestions. The duration (23 days) isn’t flexible — even one extra day sends the ticket prices skyrocketing.

Here’s what it looks like: Day 1: Arrival in SF Day 2 – Day 4: SF Day 5: Monterey (the Aquarium and the bay) – Overnight in Monterey Day 6 – Day 7: Drive down Highway 1 to Los Angeles – Overnight Day 6, e.g., in St. Simeon or nearby, and Day 7 in LA Day 8 – Day 9: LA (possibly an extra day) – Overnights in LA Day 10: Drive to Kingman and sightseeing – Overnight in Kingman Day 11: Drive to Grand Canyon and start exploring GC – Overnight in Tusayan Day 12: Explore GC – Overnight in Tusayan Day 13: Drive to Monument Valley and visit – Overnight nearby (Mexican Hat, Kayenta, etc.) Day 14: More sightseeing in the area (Valley of the Gods, Gooseneck Park) and drive to Mesa Verde – Overnight in Cortez Day 15: Visit Mesa Verde – Overnight in Cortez Day 16: Drive to Page and sightseeing – Overnight in Page Day 17: Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend – Overnight in Page Day 18: Drive to Bryce Canyon NP and start exploring Bryce – Overnight in the area! Day 19: Explore Bryce => Question: It’s a 2.5-hour drive from Page to Bryce. If we leave early, can we see the highlights of Bryce on Day 18 and skip Day 19? I’ll admit, I don’t remember much (it was back in 2009!) Day 20: Drive to Las Vegas with stops along the way (a quick detour to Zion just to say we’ve been, Valley of Fire) – Overnight in LV Day 21: LV; Cirque du Soleil show in the evening – Overnight in LV Day 22: Day trip to Death Valley (or a lazy day and outlet shopping!) – Overnight in LV Day 23: Flight back at 4:10 PM, which still gives us time to enjoy the morning.

What do you think? Best regards,

Hello! I’m a former VF lover (and, incidentally, an explorer of my Atlas 😊) and I’m genuinely thrilled the forum is reopening, but I have two little questions.

Over the past four years, I’ve put together a few travel journals that I’d love to share, but there are two things that bother me: - How can I edit my post after a few hours? (Because sometimes I need to correct mistakes even two days later.)

- At the end of VF’s previous run, there were a few members who were really unpleasant and enjoyed derailing certain discussions. As a result, I know several people who stopped coming to VF because of that. So, for MY travel journals, I’d really like to keep the vibe positive and kind. Is there any way to set something up so the person who starts a discussion can block them?

Thanks, and long live VF!

Bonjour, je souhaite réaliser un tour du monde moto Le parcours dans ma tête :

Ushuaïa > Alaska > Russie, route des os et lac baikal > nepal par la trans himalayenne, > retour en france par la route de la soie et par les stans

problème :

Comment passer du sud au nord au panama, parce qu'il n'y a pas de route

quelle est la route la plus courte (avion ou bateau) entre l'alaska et la russie (voire canada russie)

Quelle société de fret est selon vous la meilleure pour organiser les transports

allez, c'est cadeau, quels sont, selon vous, les lieux immanquables sur la route ? sachant que ma route n'est pas encore vraiment définie, donc c'est assez vaste, mais ça peut aider à définir tel ou tel point de passage

je vous souhaite à tous une belle soirée, et plein de voyages

On lit partout qu'il faut attendre avant de réserver des voyage en avion, vu le nombre élevé des annulations de vols par les compagnies aériennes. Si les compagnies annulent des vols c'est parce que les réservations sont en nombre insuffisant. Si on s'abstient de faire des réservations par crainte d'une annulation, on ne fait qu'amplifier le problème, on entre dans un cercle vicieux et on n'en sortira pas de si tôt. Je crois qu'il faut au contraire initier un cercle vertueux en ne craignant pas de réserver des vols, même s'il y a un risque d'annulation. Quel est en fait ce risque ? On finit toujours bien par être remboursé d'une façon ou d'une autre, soit en cash soit en bon à valoir. Et je parle d'expérience car des vols annulés, j'en ai eu des quantités depuis le début de la crise. Si on parvient à relancer la machine, ce sera au bénéfice de tout le monde : des compagnies aussi bien que des voyageurs. D'ailleurs, les compagnies aériennes commencent à faire des rabais et certaines proposent déjà des billets à des prix extrêmement intéressants, dont il serait dommage de ne pas profiter.

Bonjour à tous,

Pour certains d'entre vous, jimagine que c'est déjà la rentrée, pour moi c'est la semaine prochaine. Comme on ne pourra plus voyager avant un certain temps (taf et Covid), j'aimerais bien connaître des balades à faire dans Paris, parce qu'en fait je me rend compte qu'en dehors des lieux connus et du quartier où je travaille, je ne connais pas bien la capitale😐. Donc, je voulais demander aux Parisiens et à ceux qui connaissent bien Paris de me conseiller des balades d'une dizaine de kilomètres dans Paris intra-muros histoire de découvrir un Paris insolite. Si c'est limité à un quartier ou à une thématique, c'est super. Ça peut être par exemple le Paris des Africains (avec des lieux de rencontres typiques, des marchés, des cafés, etc.), le Paris des ouvriers (cafés, vieilles usines ou résidences...), le Paris du jazz (caveaux, thème de la nuit...), le Paris d'un écrivain en particulier (sa maison, sa rue, ses adresses préférées...). Je suis ouverte à tout, et de toute façon, ce n'est pas que pour moi, j'imagine que vos suggestions intéresseront beaucoup de monde. Un itinéraire écrit serait bien mais avec un plan ce serait encore mieux😛

Merci d'avance!!! 🙂

Bonjour,

Moi et mon amie envisageons de faire une croisière pour juillet 2021. Quand on regarde les prix actuellement, ils sont assez élevés (compagnie MSC).

On a un budget de 1500 €. Ma question est la suivante : est-ce que d’ici l’année 2021 et 3 mois avant, on peut s’attendre à une bonne réduction parce qu’actuellement on tourne autour de 849 euros pp.

Les tarifs sont toujours plus cher l’été mais y aura t il des bonnes réduction à votre avis, à quel prix pourrait elle descendre ? Comment ça s’est passé pour ceux qui ont réservé aux dates de février mars l’année dernière pour une croisière en juillet 2019 ? Merci d’avance.

Bonjour,

Je suis en train de me renseigner sur la possibilité d'obtenir une double nationalité franco/vietnamienne.

Je suis née en France avec la nationalité française.

Ma mère vietnamienne est née au Laos mais depuis sa venue en France à l'âge de 16 ans, a la nationalité française.

Mon père est né en France d'un père vietnamien et il avait la double nationalité franco/vietnamienne jusqu'à sa majorité où l'état français lui a demandé de choisir, à cause de je ne sais plus quelle loi/arrêté/décret. Il a donc choisi la nationalité française et a perdue la vietnamienne.

Pensez-vous que je puisse avec cet historique faire une demande de double nationalité à l'ambassade du Vietnam ?

PS: Mon père a conservé son ancien passeport vietnamien en souvenir.

Je vous remercie de m'avoir lu,

Loane (oui, l'état a également fait une faute d'orthographe sur mon prenom à ma naissance ;)

Bonne aprés midi,

J'ai fait la rencontre d'un français sur internet nous sommes entrain de composer le dossier pour le ccam pour nous marier à Yaoundé ma question concerne le visa long séjour de ma fille qui n'a pas été reconnue par son père si l'on demandera une autorisation de son père afin de donner le visa à l'enfant ? Dans cette situation de "père inconnu" et aussi si je suis déjà mariée à mon chéri vous avez dit ( si j'ai bien compris ..) l'enfant a pour père mon chéri? Comment cela va se matérialiser ? Expliquez- m'en un peu plus.

Merci de me répondre.

Des humanitaires tues lors d un safari..... Quelle ironie, meme si j ai beaucoup de peine pour eux et leurs familles. les reactions ne sont elles pas exacerbees parce qu ils etaient"benevoles" et non de stupides touristes a qui on avait dit de ne pas aller au Mali? Apparemment, quand on est ONG, on peut faire n importe quoi, et on n est pas si benevoles que ca. Engagez vous comme disait l autre. Valerie

Bonjour, mon conjoint a perdu sa carte de résident au mois de mai 2020(se périme le 5 septembre 2020) il a donc fait une déclaration de perte. L'administration nous a proposé de faire un duplicata mais sachant que il ne reste que quelques semaines et que le coût est onéreux 278e nous l'avons pas fait. Nous avons donc pris rdv à la sous préfecture qui nous donne seulement rdv le 16 septembre donc aprés péremption de sa carte. Il n'y a pas de rdv avant dû à la crise sanitaire. Il a donc la copie de sa carte de résident ainsi que la déclaration de perte et un passeport algérien périmé. Nous devons voyager dans quelques jours en espagne avec nos enfants nés en France et ayant leurs passeports valides. Moi je suis française et ma CI est valable.

Mes questions sont comment faire pour prendre l'avion? Peut il être considéré comme accompagnateur vu que nos enfants sont mineurs? Quelles sont les démarches à faire pour prendre l'avion A-R? Aurait il besoin d'un récipissé?

Je vous remercie d'avance de me procurer au maximum les renseignements concernés

Cordialement

Je vais faire La Rochelle-Biarritz à vélo sur 11 jours fin août. Comme je vais passer à côté d'Oléron, je me demande si je ne risque pas de regretter de ne pas y être allé (parce que à priori, je ne risque pas de retourner dans le coin avant longtemps). Vu la taille de l'île j'ai l'impression qu'il faudrait y consacrer une journée. D'après de vieux messages, l'île est (était?) plus rurale qu'insulaire, donc à priori je dirais bof.

Mon itinéraire, calqué sur celui-ci, est: Île de Ré (1 journée), La Rochelle, Rochefort, La Tremblade, Royan, Montalivet, Lacanau Océan, Arcachon, Biscarrosse, Mimizan Plage, Vieux Boucau, Biarritz.

Savez-vous si Oléron apporte vraiment quelque chose par rapport au reste du parcours?

Bonjour, Je suis médecin et je souhaite travailler ( ou même stage pour un début) en Guinée équatoriale dans la ville de Bata de préférence. J'attends vos propositions Cordialement

Bonjour, je cherche du boulot à Dubaï, mais je suis sans diplôme mais je parle la langue française turk et arabe ..... Pouvez vous m'aider ?