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Ascension de l'Aconcagua en Argentine English translation pending
by Chocotofff · 2004-10-14 · 7 replies
Lors de la traversée de l’Amérique latine que nous envisageons de réaliser l’année prochaine, nous pensions effectuer l’ascension d’un sommet, et quel plaisir ce serait de pouvoir grimper sur le plus majestueux de ceux-ci à près de 7000m en pleine cordière des Andes argentines !

Le soucis est que nous n'avons aucune expérience d’alpinisme, (juste de moyenne montagne) et l’idéal serait à mon avis de nous joindre à un groupe…

Quelqu’un aurait-il une idée ou une expérience à nous faire partager à ce sujet ?

Possibilité d’ascension ? temps nécessaire ?

Christophe
Choix d'itinéraire en Pérou-Bolivie English translation pending
by PetitWinnie · 2004-03-29 · 3 replies
Bonjour,

Nous disposons de 3 semaines de vacances et nous hésitons entre 2 itinéraires: soit Cuzco, Puno, lac Titicaca, Copacabana, Salar d'Uyuni, Potosi, Sucre, La Paz

avec un vol Paris> Lima puis la Paz> paris

OU consacrer 3 semaines à la visite de la Bolivie en arrivant à Santa Cruz et avec un trek de 2/3 jours dans les Andes

Nous avons peur que ce soit la course avec le 1er itineraire mais on nous a dit que le Macchu Pichu est vraiment à voir.

Merci pour vos conseils.
Quel hôtel choisir English translation pending
by Illio · 2004-01-27 · 16 replies
Bonjour,

Je voudrais passer 15 jours debut mai à la Guadeloupe pour mon voyage de noce et j'héssite entre plusieurs hotels: l'Eden Palm, le Toubana, le Domaine de l'anse du rocher, le rayin vert, le domaine de malendure et le golf village. Pourriez vous me donner votre avis sur ces hotels sachant que je souhaite alterner visite de l'ile et pose romentique sur la plage ou au bord de la piscine. Merci d'avance pour vos conseils. Illio
Chachapoyas au Pérou English translation pending
by Zitoune · 2004-01-11 · 35 replies
Salut, salut, un petit message pour dire a ceux qui se trouvent au Perou de passer a Chachapoyas, petite ville tranquille au Nord du Perou a la frontiere entre les Andes et l Amazonie. La richesse de la region reside dans la beaute des paysages (le rio marañon d ou ne le fleuve amazone, la rain forest, le rio Utcubamba et son cour agite, le cañon de Huancas, les lagunes de Mamacocha et de Pomacocha...) et dans l extraordinaire abondance de sites archeologiques. Pour exemple Gran Vilaya au coeur de la rain Forest, Kuelap qui perche a 3000m domine du haut de ses monumentales murailles les vallees avoisinante, ou bien encore Pueblo de los Muertos avec ses mausoles acroches comme par magie sur une falaise et dominant 1000m d abime. C est beau, tres beau, les gens sont adorables et se font un devoir de bien recevoir l etranger. Allez allez, venez depenser des sous sous ici pour que eux aussi profitent de la mane economique qu engendre le tourisme. Cette region est encore peut developpee au tourisme. De Chachapoyas on peut se rendre sans probleme en Equateur mais aussi a Yurimaguas d ou l on peut embarquer pour Iquitos. C est une belle region ou l on est generalement seul sur les sites archeologiques (qui sont gratuits mis a part pour Cuelap) et au milieu de la nature. Pour bien etre honete je me dois de preciser que c est une region ou l on doit avoir du temps car pour se rendre sur un site, il faut prendre le combi tot le matin, faire au moins 1h a 1h30 de trajet et marcher 1h en moyenne pour arriver sur un site. Ou bien il faut carrement partir en trek de 3 jours minimum (a cheval et pied quand le cheval ne peut pas passer). La seule exception est Kuelap, le combi depose au pied du site. Mais bon, il y a toujours moyen de faire les trajets en taxi ce qui n est pas tres cher. Un taxi se loue environ 100 a 120 soles la journee. A 4 personnes cela revient a 30 soles chacun. 5 jours ici c est peu dans un voyage mais se sera beaucoup de retomber pour les paysans a qui vous acheterez du fromage (le seul bon fromage du Perou😉), des bananes, des mangues, ... Allez allez ils vous attendent.
voyage au venezuela English translation pending
by Loubile · 2003-11-23 · 3 replies
hello

je desire partir au venezuela sac au dos et je pensais faire un delire entre la foret la plage et le debut des andes

on me dit pas mal que ca craint qu'est ce que vous en pensez? vous croyez qu'on peut voyager tranquille en transport en commun un peu partout? j'ai lu le site du ministere des affaires etrangeres mais ils sont souvent bien trop prevenant et j'aimerais avoir un avis de routard.

sinon si vous avez quelques plans pour la bas; je suis ouvert a tout hesitez pas.

merci a ceux qui me repondent et ciao a tous
Motorcycle rental on Ecuador's Pacific coast
by Ridermath · 2026-05-02 · 1 reply
Hi!

I want to rent an off-road style motorcycle to get around the coast during my trip to Ecuador. I’m only finding options in Quito. Do you have any suggestions for me?

Thanks!
What mental and physical preparation for a humanitarian trek to Everest Base Camp?
by Nathou61 · 2026-04-09 · 23 replies
Hi everyone!

New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028. I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄). This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!

So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?

Thanks in advance for your advice! 🙂
A Brief A to Z of Peru
by Mathews · 2026-03-25 · 28 replies
Foreword This text has been proofread many times. Sorry if some points in this A to Z have already been covered on this forum. Text and drawings by the author.

Peru is still a very vast country, with so much to see, and obviously this text can't list all the attractions of the country.

*Abiseo (River) A national park that's very hard to access and doesn’t seem open to visitors. Includes the Gran Pajaten site (see below). Personally, it really sparks my imagination (not visited personally)

*Aguas Calientes the town next to Machu Picchu, more precisely below the archaeological site. As far as I know, you can only get there by train. Reminds me of the market where stalls line both sides of the tracks near Bangkok. I love it

*Altiplano: somewhere the "heart" of the Andes. I was able to trek across it on foot, starting from Caracollo in Bolivia, and of course, it’s vast plains to explore. This is where people live in a very rural way. Andean populations are quite austere compared to those in the lowlands or on the coast. You really have to appreciate the harshness of life to live there. Life is anything but superficial. I set a compass heading and found myself walking west toward the expanse of water near a place called La Joya. For pitching the tent, the nights were still chilly

*Canyon del Colca One of the deepest canyons in the world. Personally, I hiked down and back up on foot. The toughest stretch I’ve ever covered in my life.

*Ceviche More or less the national dish. A marinade of fish, shellfish, and lime. But you can find it in some restaurants in Europe, France, and certainly in Belgium or Switzerland. In the small restaurants of Pisco, you can eat excellent ceviche

*Cerro Sechín: Mostly bas-reliefs. A site little known to travelers in the Casma province. The first vestiges of a pre-Inca civilization with iconography similar to that of Chavín (not visited personally)

*Chan Chan A large city of the Chimú civilization and relatively vast to visit. You can see adobe walls with bas-reliefs. Visit from Trujillo, take a colectivo. Plan for the whole day

*Charango: a small guitar widely used in Andean music

*Chauchilla A necropolis near Nazca where you can see mummies exposed on the ground. YouTubers can do paranormal experiments there. And for anyone wondering about the fate of the soul and body after death, here’s the answer: the body remains after death. You can imagine your own flesh and body exposed to the winds of the Pampa and before eternity... (not visited personally)



*Chavín de Huántar (Lanzón) The site’s appeal lies in its mountainous surroundings, the Lanzón stela, and the sculpted heads on the façades. What few people know is that the Chavín civilization began its expansion centuries before the Incas. Unfortunately, you can’t get too close to see the Lanzón—the day I was there, it was protected by grilles. To get there: minibus from Huaraz or trek from Olleros. Then cross a high pass (over 5,000m). If you do it solo on foot, be careful—the path isn’t obvious from Olleros

*Chullpa: funerary tower, notably at Sillustani in the Lake Titicaca region

*Chimú: pre-Inca civilization whose center was Chan Chan.

*Chola/Cholitas (Bolivia): typical clothing style of women from the Andean plateaus



*Chompa: pronounce it *Chompaaa!* A common term for a wool sweater with vicuña patterns, often knitted from alpaca wool. If you dress like this, it’s a bit kitschy around the edges

*Cuy That one isn’t a guinea pig like in Guyana but an actual guinea pig. During a trip to Peru, I was hiking near a village north of Quillabamba (the terminus of the train line that passes through Aguas Calientes), and I was invited to stay in a house. The family raised a few of these pets. Apparently, the locals eat them. Since I’m not much of a meat-eater, it doesn’t really tempt me. How about you?

*Pacific Coast or how to talk about a place you haven’t visited? Except for the coast near Pisco and San Andrés, I haven’t visited any coastal cities. But that doesn’t mean these places lack interest or poetry. For fans of clichéd images, pelicans, seabirds, and fishing boats appear by the sea.

*Gran Pajaten: also closed to the public. Features anthropomorphic bas-reliefs. (not visited personally)

*Huaca. Visit the Huaca del Sol and Huaca de la Luna, especially near Trujillo. However, you can skip them—Chan Chan is still more interesting. Don’t forget to spend time visiting Chan Chan

*Huacachina A small oasis in the desert near Ica. Yes, we’re talking about an oasis because for those who’ve never traveled to Peru, the coastal strip along the Pacific is almost entirely desert, from north to south. Peru is territorially made up of three different regions: the desert coast, the Altiplano stretching north to south with mountain ranges (the Cordilleras), and the Amazon basin to the east. (not visited personally)

*Inca Kola It’s neither Coca-Cola nor Pepsi but a unique cola with a slightly orange color. Tastes like bubble gum

*Intiwatana: a carved rock shaped like a parallelepiped. Is it a sundial?

*Ballestas Islands: a highlight in Peru, though very touristy. You can only get there by boat from the port of San Andrés, a few kilometers from Pisco. It’s a surreal place to me—actually islets with cavities where sea lions and fur seals live. Since it’s a protected area, you’re not allowed to disembark. Guano is harvested there, which can be used as fertilizer.

*Kuelap: a fortress built by the Chachapoyas people. Rarely visited by travelers. (not visited personally)

*Larco Museum: an iconic museum in Lima with a large collection of pieces from archaeological and pre-Columbian sites. From what I remember, it has many pieces from the Moche civilization. As for the Moche statuettes, the prudish might look away. Probably a veneration of the god Priapus without knowing it.

*Nazca Lines Discovered by German archaeologist Maria Reiche, they stretch for kilometers. The designs in the desert around Nazca depict animals and cabalistic signs. The question I ask myself is why the creators of these lines represented a monkey and a hummingbird—species endemic to the tropical forest, not the desert plains around Nazca.

*Machu Picchu: means "old mountain" in Quechua. There’s also Wayna Picchu. The ruins of the site emerge from a sort of small plateau above Aguas Calientes. When the mist rises above the site and the bend of the Urubamba River, it’s truly magical... Also the starting point of the Inca Trail.



*Coca tea A decoction/infusion of the coca plant, meant to ease altitude sickness or *soroche*

*Chullo A rough translation would be a Peruvian wool hat.

*Moche: a civilization established in the Moche Valley, hence the term *Mochica*. What characterizes this civilization are the distinctive clay pieces representing faces and erotic statuettes

*Papa a la Huancaína A local potato dish

*Pisac: a typical market near Cusco

*Pisco Sour: perhaps the Peruvian equivalent of the *caipirinha* you drink in Brazil.

*Puya Raimondii A Bromeliaceae that still looks like a cactus, endemic to the Altiplano

*Quechua The language spoken by the indigenous people of the high plateaus (as well as Aymara in Bolivia)

*Quipu A knotted string used for counting. Widely used by the Inca administration.

*Sacsayhuamán (Q’enqo, Inca Bath) From Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, take the streets that climb above the city. Sacsayhuamán is called a fortress and is made up of large stone blocks. You wonder how the Incas could cut such huge blocks to assemble them—just like some streets in Cusco. The Q’enqo block is enigmatic; no one really knows what it represents.

*Savia Andina An Andean folk group.

*Tambo (=> Ollantaytambo) The Inca emperor (Atahualpa, Manco Capac) had the mission of controlling a vast empire. An empire that was still very extensive. Hence the importance of these *tambos* or relay stations. Napoleon created the civil code; the Incas invented the *tambos* and *quipus*.

*Tawantinsuyu: the Inca Empire

*Tinku: a warrior dance practiced mainly in Bolivia

*Golden Tumi: a sacrificial weapon. Often featured in Peru travel guides. See illustration



*Terra X: a documentary series from the German TV channel that aired on Arte. Some episodes focused on pre-Inca and Inca Peru. I must have some old recording tapes. In memory of Gottfried Kirchner as a source of inspiration.

*Uros: I checked—it actually refers to the people who live on these floating islands. Even if it’s touristy, it’s a must-visit because it’s incredible how people can live on islets made from nothing. Take the boat from Puno

*Vicuña, llama, guanaco: camelids characteristic of the Altiplano



*Wayna Picchu The young Picchu mountain. In the first minutes of *Aguirre, the Wrath of God*, you see Klaus Kinski—well, Aguirre—making his way along the Inca Trail. Werner Herzog must have broken his back filming those sequences.

*Zampoña: pan flute
MSC Virtuosa Caribbean Cruise Excursions
by Schehrlauren · 2026-03-11 · 2 replies
hi, we’re going on a cruise with MSC Virtuosa in the Caribbean. Has anyone done this cruise before and could give us some tips for excursions on the different islands? Thanks for your help
Looking for birdwatching travel companions - Northern South America (Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Guyana)
by Birdtraveler · 2026-03-11 · 0 replies
Hi everyone! I’m planning a trip of at least one month in August-September in Northern South America, with the main focus being wildlife discovery, especially birds.

I haven’t set the exact destination or dates yet. It’ll depend on flight opportunities, my budget (3000-4000 €), and the people I decide to travel with.

I’m particularly looking into options in Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia, and French Guiana. Some possibilities: - Ecuador: Mindo (cloud forest, foothills of the Andes) 🇪🇨 - Colombia: coastal forests of Santa Marta, Los Nevados National Park, Antioquia, coastal rainforest of Chocó 🇨🇴 - Brazil: Pantanal (budget permitting), Northeast (between São Luís and Salvador) 🇧🇷 - French Guiana: Kaw Marshes, Petit Saut, Mana, Matoury, Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni 🇬🇫

I’m looking for: 1 or 2 companions to share this adventure. 🦉 Birdwatching enthusiasts or those interested in other taxa (all levels) and/or wildlife photography lovers; 🎒 a bit of a rugged, curious, and enthusiastic spirit. No age limit, but good physical shape for relaxed nature hikes.

The plan: mix guided birdwatching tours in small groups, lodges for intense nature observation, with periods of independent travel. Budget: 3500-4000 € per person, flights included. Proposed timeframe: August-September 2026

Everything’s still flexible. Important to get to know each other and chat before we go (in person or via Zoom/Teams). If you’re interested, send me a message! 🦉
Back from Guadeloupe
by Sysy1111 · 2026-01-23 · 4 replies
Hi! We spent 10 wonderful days in Guadeloupe’s gorgeous climate. Our arrival got off to a shaky start, though—our suitcase was left behind at the airport, which caused quite a stir. A police officer was shouting at us to get out and cross the street. Then, a taxi driver refused to take us after we showed him where we were staying, right by the port in Pointe-à-Pitre. "No one goes there," he told us! Good thing we arrived during Carnival! A second driver finally agreed to take us, and I can say he knew every nook and cranny of his city.

The rest of the trip was amazing. The locals were smiling and welcoming. We didn’t rent a car, so we didn’t get around much and stayed in the Deshaies area—a real favorite. Plage de la Perle (Pearl Beach) truly lives up to its name! We liked Grande Anse Beach less because of the steep slope, which made walking tricky, and the waves were pretty intense. The landscapes in this part of the island are idyllic. We visited the botanical garden—it’s worth it—and went to the port in Deshaies. If we ever go back, we’ll rent a vehicle so we can explore more, because taxis aren’t cheap!
Transatlantic Cruise on Norwegian Viva
by Nidal · 2025-11-02 · 11 replies
Hello, We’re sailing on the Norwegian Viva from Lisbon to Galveston. From what I’ve read on the NCL site, there’s no formal night; is that correct? If so, that’ll lighten the suitcase! 😊 The ship stops in Cabo Rojo in the Dominican Republic, and I haven’t found much info on this stop—it seems to be recent. I’m thinking of just heading to the seaside near the ship, but if you’ve got another **bon plan**, I’m all ears. Same for La Romana: last time we went to Bayahibe Beach, so if you’ve got another idea... Thanks in advance!
Weather in Ecuador in January-February
by Belugues · 2025-10-25 · 5 replies
Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip from mid-January to the end of February but I just can’t make up my mind 😕 I’ve looked into a few different options: Brazil, Cambodia, and Ecuador. The last one really appeals to me, but what’s making me hesitate is the risk of our trip being a bit too rainy (literally ), We’re more drawn to the Andes, exploring colonial cities, typical villages, markets, and a bit of the coast. We’ve already gotten a taste of this in Bolivia, Colombia, and Chile. Plus, we’d love to do part of it by car since we’re used to driving at our own pace and stopping whenever we feel like it. Anyway, time’s running out, and I need to decide so I can finalize a route and book the tickets!! Can anyone help me make up my mind or decide to postpone it for later? But for this year, I don’t have any other time slot to travel. Thanks for reading this far! !
Traveling to Southeast Asia in "peak season": what about prices and advance bookings?
by Ludomero · 2025-10-08 · 16 replies
Hello, I’ve been to Thailand three times a long time ago, and I’d love to visit neighboring countries too: Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia (while returning to Thailand 😛). The catch is that I’d like to go at the beginning of the year, but I’ve heard that’s peak tourist season for these countries. Ideally, I’d prefer to avoid peak season to save money (I’m not exactly rolling in it) and to be able to travel without reservations—without being forced to take a room in the local "palace" that still has availability because of its exorbitant prices.

From my distant memories of Thailand, I usually paid around the equivalent of 20 € per night (with a hearty breakfast) for a hotel room with a mini-bar.

What are the average prices for this type of accommodation in Thailand and its neighbors during "peak" season these days? Do prices fluctuate a lot depending on the season, or is tourist demand not that different from one season to another, keeping prices relatively stable? Are the chances of finding a "budget" room without a reservation still high, no matter the season, in this part of the world? 😇
Chapada Diamantina Trek
by AMD64 · 2025-07-19 · 12 replies
Hi there! I’m heading out in August for a two-day trek in the Vale do Pati. Do I need proper hiking boots, or will trail-running shoes do the job? Thanks in advance for your feedback! 😊😃
Croatia: which region is ideal for hiking and snorkelling?
by Laumac · 2025-05-28 · 2 replies
Hi there, Once again, I’m turning to VoyageForum to kick off my trip planning—this time, it’s Croatia! I’m treating my 29-year-old daughter to a trip where we’d love to combine hiking and snorkelling. I’m not sure if we can focus on just one region, but that’d be ideal since we’ll only have 10–15 days in August this year. Could anyone point me in the right direction for a first lead? Are transport links easy to navigate? Is it better to go with Airbnb or a hostel? Thanks in advance for your tips! Laurence from Bayonne
Solo traveler: Discovering Argentina differently
by VoyageForum · 2025-03-01 · 0 replies
If you dream of an extraordinary adventure, you’ve come to the right place! Argentina, this land at the end of the world, offers a unique change of scenery and the perfect opportunity to travel solo. With its spectacular landscapes, stretching from the ends of Tierra del Fuego to the high Andean plateaus, this vast country captivates both nature lovers and those passionate about authentic encounters. Here, the notions of borders and distance fade away: the glaciers of Patagonia, the Iguazu Falls in the heart of the tropical forest, wild steppes, and Andean villages nestled in colorful valleys. In Argentina, you quickly forget the passing of time, as the human experience and the beauty of the places leave their mark on every moment.



The perfect place to escape mass tourism

When traveling solo, there’s nothing like Argentina to get off the beaten path and avoid the crowds. Of course, some iconic spots like the Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate or Tierra del Fuego National Park in Ushuaia attract travelers from all over the world. However, the country’s vastness offers plenty of opportunities to find yourself almost alone in nature. A sunrise over the Andes, an afternoon riding with gauchos in the pampa, or a hike deep in Patagonia—these suspended moments happen far from the crowds.

A country ideal for connecting with local communities

One of Argentina’s strengths is the warmth of its people. Deeply attached to their traditions and genuinely curious about visitors, Argentinians have a knack for breaking down barriers, whether linguistic or cultural. You might find yourself chatting in Spanish over a mate (the local herbal tea), joining an impromptu barbecue, or even trying a few tango steps in a milonga. Simply showing interest in their culture and history is often enough to start a conversation. With Argentinians’ innate sense of hospitality, you never feel alone, even as a solo traveler.

Meeting local communities: a unique human adventure

Traveling solo in Argentina also means encountering its diverse communities. Staying with a local family or in an estancia (an Argentine ranch) lets you dive into the daily lives of families who often live self-sufficiently. In the Northwest, for example, you can share the life of an Andean community and learn to cook delicious local specialties. In Bariloche, some stays even include discovering a Mapuche community, offering a chance to better understand their relationship with the land and the importance of their ancestral traditions.



Diverse experiences for an unforgettable trip

Argentina is a true playground for outdoor enthusiasts: hikes in the steppes, sailing on the Beagle Channel in Tierra del Fuego, whale watching in Puerto Madryn (from June to December), or exploring the Iguazu jungle to encounter its wildlife and flora. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, Argentina still has surprises in store. In the Salta region, the Quebrada de Humahuaca reveals mountains with seven colors that tell the geological history of the Andes. It’s a feast for the eyes!

Why not join a small group with Tierra Latina?

Traveling alone doesn’t mean you can’t share parts of your journey with other enthusiasts. That’s what Tierra Latina offers: small-group tours (between 2 and 12 people), designed to balance the freedom of traveling in a small group with the camaraderie of exchanges between travelers. Each itinerary is crafted to alternate highlights (like visiting must-sees: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Perito Moreno…) with more intimate moments, far from mass tourism.

The focus is on authentic encounters and respect for local communities—that’s Tierra Latina’s signature. For example, in northwestern Argentina, Tierra Latina offers the chance to spend time in an Andean community to learn about traditional dish preparation during a cooking workshop. It’s an opportunity to exchange recipes and knowledge passed down through generations. The goal: to go beyond simple sightseeing and experience true moments of sharing.

In a small group, you quickly feel like part of a family of travelers, all united by the beauty of the landscapes. You also benefit from French-speaking guides who share their tips and anecdotes while leaving plenty of free time to explore at your own pace. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with friends, you’ll find the perfect balance between independence and the comfort of being surrounded.



Human connections at the heart of the journey

At Tierra Latina, the goal is to put people at the center of the experience. Accommodations are chosen for their authentic character, often tested and approved by the team itself. Whether you’re staying with an Andean family in a small village in the Quebrada de Humahuaca or in an estancia in the heart of the Patagonian steppe, you’ll take part in local life and contribute to the economy of these sometimes isolated regions.

This responsible approach to travel helps minimize environmental impact while maintaining a privileged connection with those who make Argentina so rich: its people. You’ll leave with intense memories, marked by moments of sharing that are hard to replicate elsewhere. So, ready to pack your bags? Follow the guide and fly off to this fascinating country—you’ll only want one thing: to come back!
12 days in the Shetland Islands between May 9 and May 24 (Great Britain)
by MelanieTer · 2025-02-15 · 1 reply
Hello! I’m Mélanie, I’m 49. Since my partner isn’t available, I’m looking for a female travel companion between 35 and 60 to join me in the Shetland Islands. Traveling alone is less fun. I’ll be going for 12 or 13 days between May 9 and May 24, 2025. I plan to fly to Sumburgh and then rent a vehicle to get around the islands. I’d like to stay in B&Bs or with locals, and if possible, I’d prefer to have my own room (I snore and don’t want anyone to hold it against me!). But if that’s not possible, we’ll just have to arm ourselves with earplugs! If the weather isn’t too bad, I’d like to do some easy hikes (around 3 to 4 hours of walking per day). I’ll go at my own pace—I love sketching in my travel journal, so I’ll take breaks sometimes. And if we can go pet some ponies and sheep, I’ll be in heaven. What else? Oh right, I speak English, I’ve never driven on the left, and I prefer going to bed early so I can wake up early and make the most of the day. I live in the Paris area and I’m available to meet interested people if they’re nearby too. I want to book my flight and accommodations as soon as possible, so let me know quickly if you’re interested!
Family trip to Quebec: checking our itinerary
by Jentia · 2025-01-17 · 9 replies
Hi everyone,

We’re heading out as a family from July 2nd to 16th on a loop from Montreal to Montreal. We’re a couple with a little girl who’ll be turning 7 in July, plus my in-laws (one of whom uses a wheelchair).

Here’s our itinerary:

Wednesday, July 2: Arrival in Montreal in the early afternoon – picking up the car at the airport – exploring the city and overnight in Montreal Thursday, July 3: Montreal – overnight in Montreal Friday, July 4: Visit to Parc Omega – overnight in Saint-Jérôme Saturday, July 5: Heading to Trois-Rivières – visit to a sugar shack (Chez Dany? or another name?) – exploring the old town – overnight in Trois-Rivières Sunday, July 6: Shawinigan – Le Village du Bûcheron in Grandes-Piles? – black bear watching (probably not doable for wheelchair users, I think?!) – overnight in Trois-Rivières Monday, July 7: Heading to Chicoutimi – Saguenay – day at Lac Saint-Jean / Val-Jabert – overnight in Saguenay Tuesday, July 8: L’Anse-Saint-Jean – Saguenay Fjord National Park – overnight in Saguenay Wednesday, July 9: Tadoussac – exploring the area and the town – overnight in Tadoussac Thursday, July 10: Whale watching – Baie-Sainte-Catherine – overnight in Tadoussac Friday, July 11: La Malbaie – Baie-Saint-Paul – overnight on Île aux Coudres Saturday, July 12: Exploring the area? – overnight on Île aux Coudres Sunday, July 13: Montmorency Falls – overnight in Quebec City Monday, July 14: Quebec City – overnight in Quebec City Tuesday, July 15: Quebec City and return to Montreal – overnight in Beloeil Wednesday, July 16: Montreal – evening flight

We’ve booked our rooms to ensure a wheelchair-accessible room is available. When searching on Expedia or Booking, few hotels have rooms with a shower accessible for wheelchairs (so a real PMR room). However, these are cancelable, so if something really stands out, I’m all ears 😉.

We’ve booked our car through BSP Auto and we’re flying with Air Transat.

Thanks for any feedback and tips for the visits.

See you soon 🙂 Jennifer
Reliable operators around San Pedro de Atacama
by Jjcm2 · 2024-12-09 · 13 replies
Hi there, Not wanting to go through a traditional travel agency—often based in France and only offering "items pulled from an internet catalog"—I’ve decided to plan this trip to Chile on my own this year, in March-April. However, I’m overwhelmed by the number of options online. I’ll be staying in San Pedro de Atacama for 4 nights. I’d love to explore San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings. Since I won’t have a vehicle, I’ll likely need to rely on group transfers. What do you recommend as must-see places and activities? And most importantly, which trustworthy providers should I turn to? Thanks in advance! Jamet JC
Looking for a good dental implant clinic during a stay in Morocco
by Pinsagou · 2024-11-02 · 5 replies
Hi there, I’m looking for THE right clinic to get dental implants during my stay in Morocco. I’ve seen some posts on this forum, but they’re over 6 years old. If anyone can share their experiences (good or bad, and location), that would be great. Thanks in advance
12 days in Guadeloupe in December with two kids
by Sebastoudu31 · 2024-10-14 · 6 replies
hi, I’m heading to Guadeloupe in December for 12 days with my family—teenager, younger child, and my wife. I’m looking for folks who can help me plan this trip. I already have accommodation in the hills of Saint-François. Still need to map out daily outings and budget for meals. Thanks in advance!
Camping ou woofing en Martinique English translation pending
by Leilouroad · 2020-09-02 · 3 replies
Bonjour,

Avec une amie, nous nous rendons en Martinique du 2 novembre au 17 décembre environ. Nous souhaiterions avoir quelques infos sur les campings:

- Est-ce qu'ils existent des campings "longue-durée" où nous pourrions avoir un prix au mois et non à la nuit? - Quels coins nous conseillez-nous? - La voiture est-elle nécessaire où existe-t'il un système de bus pour aller dans différents endroits de l'île?

Aussi, dans l'idéal, nous recherchons plutôt à faire du woofing dans des endroits de permacultures ou éco-construction où nous pourrions planter la tente. Nous avons quelques expériences en métropole et souhaiterions avoir une même expérience en Martinique.

- Connaissez-vous ce genre d'endroits là-bas?

Je vous remercie,

Leïla et Sarah
Visiter la Corse du Nord English translation pending
by Cris81 · 2020-08-24 · 2 replies
Je pars en Corse du Nord le 4 septembre jusqu'au 20 , au domaine d'anghione à Castellare di Casinca , nous sommes 2 couples. Nous avons déjà fait la Corse du Sud. Que doit on voir absolument, car je pense, que comme au sud, tout est beau. Merci par avance. CRIS
Cherche van aménagé pour le Pérou English translation pending
by Travelperu · 2020-07-15 · 15 replies
Bonjour à tous et à toutes, Mon copain et moi partons pour le perou en janvier 2021 pour un voyage du mois complet. Malgré mes nombreuses recherche je n’arrive pas à trouver De van aménage convenable ou alors ce sont des prix exorbitant. Je m’adresse à la communauté pour avoir vos bon plans mais aussi vos avis sur le sujet, vos expériences ... Nous ne serons que 2 à voyager donc un petit van avec le strict nécessaire nous suffirais. Pensez vous que pour un mois il est préférable de racheter et revendre à nouveau sachant le délais assez long des ventes de véhicule ou plutôt de passer par des particuliers sur place (avec assurance perso) ou un professionnel qui comprend un pack ? Pour indication nous pensions longer du bord au sud l’a côté du perou puis remonter en passant par le centre (peut être Amazonie) Merci à tous pour vos réponses

Ludivine
Randonnées faciles (de une à trois heures) en Corse (avec bébé) English translation pending
by Desman · 2020-07-10 · 2 replies
Bonjour Nous partons avec un bébé de 15 mois. Je voudrais faire quelques randonnées faciles (je porterai bébé sur le dos😛) disons entre 1h et 3h de marche. Je suis preneur de bons plans dans la région du sud du Cap corse (nous allons rester 5 jours à Oletta près de St Florent) et ensuite au sud entre Porto Vecchio et Bonifacio. Le seul truc que j'ai repéré pour l'instant c'est la balade en bord de mer vers la pointe de Pertusato.
Trouver un billet d'avion du jour pour le lendemain et improviser English translation pending
by Johanvdh · 2020-06-23 · 12 replies
Bonjour,

Mon rêve pour mon prochain voyage serait de trouver un billet d'avion du jour pour le lendemain et improviser à partir de là. L'idée serait de trouver des billets pas cher évidemment.

Connaissez vous un site qui propose ce type d'offres. Je me demande aussi si c'est réellement dans l'intérêt des compagnies aériennes de brader leurs places invendues dans les dernières heures..

Des idées ?

Merci par avance
Aide au choix d'un vélo d'occasion (60-80 €) English translation pending
by Dngo · 2020-05-11 · 9 replies
Bonjour a tous.

Je m'appelle Sasha et Je suis étudiante étrangère, maintenant j'ai décidée d'acheter un vélo, mais à cause de budget limité je ne peux pas acheter le nouveau, donc j'ai pris la décision d'acheter un vélo d'occasion.

Sur Leboncoin j'ai trouvée beaucoup de proposition, et j'ai choisi deux modelés (correspondant au budget 60-80 euros). Le premier ce vélo Mercier Poulidor (photo ci-jointe), le propriétaire a acheté ce vélo une dizaine d'ânes, et il me dit que le vélo pas beaucoup utilise (fille a roulé dessus un peu avant de partir étudier), le vélo a été stocké dans un garage dans un endroit frais et sec, mais il est possible que personne ne l'ait roulé longtemps, donc a besoin d'entretien, lubrifie tous les nœuds? ou pas nécessaire si stocké dans un espace clos et sec et peu utilisé?

Le deuxième, c'est le vélo b'twin original 5 de Décathlon, il y a beaucoup proposition pour ce modèle. J'ai compris que ce deux vélo ont presque la même prix comme nouveau.

Je cherche un vélo pour me promener dans la zone du parc autour de la ville, jusqu'à 50-70 kilomètres à la fois, le week-end, peut-être jusqu'à 7 kilomètres par jour en semaine.

Est-ce que vous pouvez me conseiller s'il vous plaît lequel de ce deux modèle il faut acheter? ou il faut éviter ces vélos du tout?.

Merci en avance et bonne journée.
Itinéraire de 3 mois en Amérique du Sud (Colombie, Argentine ou Bolivie) English translation pending
by Lacambuse31 · 2020-04-17 · 1 reply
Bonjour, Vous qui avez visité beaucoup de pays. Pourriez-vous m'aider à choisir ma prochaine destination SVP ? Je voyage avec mon mari (la soixantaine tous les 2) sacs non pas à dos mais à roulettes, hotels à budget moyen. J'organise tout moi même. Nous partons 3 mois de Noel à mi mars chaque année. Nous avons fait toute l'Asie du sud est, que nous avons beaucoup aimé. En Amérique nous avons fait et aimé : le Nicaragua, l'Equateur avec la Galapagos, Cuba et le Yucatan au Mexique. A force, nous ne savons plus où aller, sachant que nous souhaitons du soleil et un peu de plage ou des îles au moins de temps en temps dans le voyage. Cette hiver, nous avons tenté l'Inde du sud et les Andamans, mais cela ne restera pas notre voyage préféré. L'hiver prochain, je tenterais bien la Colombie. Qu'en pensez-vous ? L'Argentine est aussi faisable à cette époque au point de vue climat. Quels pays me conseilleriez vous ? La Bolivie aussi a l'air chouet. Merci de vos suggestions averties !

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