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Vivre un an à Los Angeles English translation pending
Salut à tous, mon rêve est d'aller passer un an à Los Angeles, pour étudier l'anglais, faire la fête etc...
J'aimerai savoir si vous n'auriez pas quelques conseils, adresses, etc qui pourraient m'être utile, car j'en ai vachement besoin.
Bon, @+ et merci d'avance 😎
"on ne vit déjà pas longtemps, ce serait dommage de ne pas réaliser ses rêves" 😉
J'aimerai savoir si vous n'auriez pas quelques conseils, adresses, etc qui pourraient m'être utile, car j'en ai vachement besoin.
Bon, @+ et merci d'avance 😎
"on ne vit déjà pas longtemps, ce serait dommage de ne pas réaliser ses rêves" 😉
Climat au Rajasthan fin juillet English translation pending
bonjour
nous partons au rajasthan fin juillet
nous sommes inquiets au sujet de la mousson
y-est-elle forte ?
devons-nous choisir une autre destination ?
nous aimons la chaleur mais pas trop les pluies froides et continues !
merci
Restaurant Gran Flamenco Punta Cana English translation pending
Bonjour,
j'aimerais savoir si c'est vrai que les hommes doivent porter pantalon long et soulier fermé pour entrer dans les restaurants ou est-ce qu'un bermuda long fait l'affaire ?
j'aimerais savoir si c'est vrai que les hommes doivent porter pantalon long et soulier fermé pour entrer dans les restaurants ou est-ce qu'un bermuda long fait l'affaire ?
Mauvais temps à Playa del Carmen, Hôtel Gala Resort à fuir English translation pending
Bonjour, nous sommes au Mexiique depuis le 05/02, et depuis c est un temps de CHIEN::: PLUIE FORTE ET FINE, et meme le FROID avec souvent moins de 20c....
heureusement nous rentrons demain: le Bonheur
Fuyez l hotel GALA RESORT, sauf si vous etes US et aimez la saoulerie, la fumee des gros cigares, et les cris perpetuels
La Bouffe est horrible, sauf pour ceux qui ne mangent que des Hamburgers et pizzas...
Aucune animation. le ZERO COMPLET
heureusement la premiere señaine, nous avons fait un tour en prive dans le Yucatan et le Chiapas, et la c etait SUPER, et absence totale de nos amis US, qui preferent la culture BEACH and BEER.
Et enfin FUYEZ le loueur ALAMO, un escroc qui loue des epaves:
A bientot depuis la France
heureusement nous rentrons demain: le Bonheur
Fuyez l hotel GALA RESORT, sauf si vous etes US et aimez la saoulerie, la fumee des gros cigares, et les cris perpetuels
La Bouffe est horrible, sauf pour ceux qui ne mangent que des Hamburgers et pizzas...
Aucune animation. le ZERO COMPLET
heureusement la premiere señaine, nous avons fait un tour en prive dans le Yucatan et le Chiapas, et la c etait SUPER, et absence totale de nos amis US, qui preferent la culture BEACH and BEER.
Et enfin FUYEZ le loueur ALAMO, un escroc qui loue des epaves:
A bientot depuis la France
Trekking au Népal English translation pending
Je me trouve a Kathmandou... je pars demain pour Chitwan en tant que volontaire bosser pendant 2 semaines dans une ferme organique...
Je viens tout juste d arriver...les trek abondent!
Jaurai besoin de conseil...
Une bonne agence? Les bons spots?
Est-ce que 20$ par jour tout inclus est le prix normal?
On me propose les Anapurmas pendant 2 semaines a ce prix... ca vaut le coup pour du shooting video?
Jaimerai partir autours du 1er fevrier.
merCI !!! 😉
Isa
Isa
1 semaine de vacances, mais où? English translation pending
Quelqu'un aurait-il une idée ?
Je veux partir 1 semaine (en aout) avec un pote histoire de faire la fête et aller à la plage pour pas trop cher. Quelques idée de lieux (etranger) car le sud de la France, c'est un peu cramé 😕 (désolé pour le jeux de mot. Je suis de tout coeur avec ceux qui habitent dans le sud)
Quelqu'un a t'il vu quelque chose sur le net ? Des sites discount ou autres ?
Merci pour votre aide.
Je veux partir 1 semaine (en aout) avec un pote histoire de faire la fête et aller à la plage pour pas trop cher. Quelques idée de lieux (etranger) car le sud de la France, c'est un peu cramé 😕 (désolé pour le jeux de mot. Je suis de tout coeur avec ceux qui habitent dans le sud)
Quelqu'un a t'il vu quelque chose sur le net ? Des sites discount ou autres ?
Merci pour votre aide.
Trek au Népal version "hard" English translation pending
Salut a tous
J'ai vraiment une grosse envie de rando au Népal (projet 2004) mais je cherche un plan à forte dominante sportive(du genre "j'en chie mais c'est bon et en plus c'est beau ".
Physiquement très entrainé (Course de montagne et Trail de + de 10h avec 2000 + ou 3000+) par contre pas d'expérience de la "très" haute altitude (+de 4000). Envie de + de 6000 mais est-ce raisonnable sans pratique de l'escalade?
Quels plans pouvez vous me suggérer ?
Merci de vos réponses
Frontiere Thaïlande-Cambodge English translation pending
Bien le bonjour,
Quelqu'un a t -il des nouvelles fraiches sur le passage frontiere Thaillande/Cambodge?Elle a ete ferme il y 2 semaines a cause de tension Thaillando cambodgienne, le fermeture concerne t-elle aussi les etrangers?
2/est-il possible d'obtenir un visa pour le cambodge a la frontiere??
Merci de votre aide.
A+....
Earthquake in Flores: what's the current situation in August 2026?
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
3 weeks in Laos, stress-free
Come along, I'm taking you to this country where it's so nice to wander and slow down...This trip was in 2023, but when I wanted to write my travel journal, VF was still closed to contributions... So, now that I've just finished my Japan travel journal here, I figured it was high time to honor this destination we came back from so enchanted. Disclaimer 1: This is a written travel journal. There’ll be text! Too much, for some! Disclaimer 2: This is an illustrated travel journal. There’ll be photos! Too many, for some!
I have to say, every time I try to discipline myself, to keep it shorter, to include fewer photos... I end up adding more. It feels like my dear Aunt Nicole, who exhausted us with her slide-show evenings in the 70s/80s, decided to take her revenge. The upside for you, readers, is that you can slip away anytime without offending Aunt Nicole. I won’t even notice!
Anyway, since I love maps, here’s one to give you an idea of where I’m taking you. As you can see, we only saw a tiny part of Laos (the areas circled in red); we only had 3 weeks for ourselves (my husband’s newly retired, I still work), and we prefer taking our time over rushing around like crazy.

In broad strokes, it was very classic:
First, we “settled in” at Luang Prabang (8 days), because we wanted and needed to. From there, we took three days to venture a little further north—not far in kilometers, but as we know, distances aren’t just about km! Then we flew south to Paksé, letting ourselves drift down to the 4,000 Islands while stopping by the pre-Angkorian archaeological sites. We wrapped up with the Bolaven Plateau.
A few practical notes: We arrived via Bangkok, then took a Bangkok-Luang Prabang flight, having picked up our luggage in Bangkok to check it in for Luang Prabang. No issues—the Bangkok airport, which many of you know, is very well organized. We got our visas on arrival in Luang Prabang. Quick, but to be fair, we were on a “small” plane, and the big flights had arrived earlier, so we weren’t too crowded in line! At the end of our trip, we didn’t fly out of Paksé but from the nearby airport in Thailand, Ubon Ratchathani (a 2.5-hour drive from Paksé), then Bangkok and Paris. You’ll notice we skipped Vientiane to stay longer in Luang Prabang. That said, there’s now a high-speed train between Vientiane and Luang Prabang—good to know—and soon the (Chinese) train will go all the way to Bangkok and even Kuala Lumpur!
With that intro out of the way, let’s dive into the heart of the matter. To be continued: Slowing down the pace... in Luang Prabang
Your must-see places and outings in Lyon for a girls' weekend
Hi everyone,
It’s official: our Lyon weekend is confirmed from June 12th to 14th (girls only, no kids!). Do you have any must-see spots to recommend? Are there any exhibitions happening around that time?
Which places do you suggest for going out and having a good time?
Can’t wait!
It’s official: our Lyon weekend is confirmed from June 12th to 14th (girls only, no kids!). Do you have any must-see spots to recommend? Are there any exhibitions happening around that time?
Which places do you suggest for going out and having a good time?
Can’t wait!
Crowds in Crete mid-August to early September
Hi everyone,
We’re thinking of spending 3 weeks in Crete between mid-August and early September, renting a car, quickly exploring a few spots in the east, and focusing on the west, southwest, and south.
I’m worried about the heavy tourist crowds. Is it really more noticeable than elsewhere in Greece? Is there a way to avoid the crowds without missing out on the iconic places, which I imagine are stunning in Crete? Thanks for your thoughts and experiences!
Uzbekistan/Kazakhstan border crossing
Hi, are there any travelers who’ve recently crossed the border between Karakalpakstan (Uzbekistan) and Beineu in Kazakhstan?
It was closed for a while.
Thanks for any info!
Questions about visits and accommodation in Pelion / Chalkidiki
Hi there,
I’m heading to Pelion with my partner and then to Chalkidiki around mid-September (from September 12th to 26th). I arrive in Thessaloniki on Saturday evening and plan to spend a day there to check out the market (though it’s marked as temporarily closed on Google??) and, most importantly, enjoy the local food scene.
After that, I’ll head toward Meteora (Sunday evening/Monday), spend a week in Pelion, and then head up to Nikiti to finish the trip (5 days in Vourvourou) and explore the beaches of Sithonia. We’ll also make a trip to Afytos since I think it’s worth the detour.
About Pelion, I’m really not sure where to stay because the distances between Volos and Afissos aren’t straightforward.
I’m looking for a quiet spot but with a little evening activity—like strolling through a village or by the sea. I’ve seen a few suggestions via ChatGPT, but I’m not convinced about the vibe (Milies, Makrinitsa).
Volos is big… but kind of ugly.
We love hiking, spending time in picturesque/typical villages, and, like everyone else, tasting local specialties. As for balancing the trip, I’m open to changes or adjustments if you’ve got any tips—I’d love to hear them, along with any other ideas.
I’m heading to Pelion with my partner and then to Chalkidiki around mid-September (from September 12th to 26th). I arrive in Thessaloniki on Saturday evening and plan to spend a day there to check out the market (though it’s marked as temporarily closed on Google??) and, most importantly, enjoy the local food scene.
After that, I’ll head toward Meteora (Sunday evening/Monday), spend a week in Pelion, and then head up to Nikiti to finish the trip (5 days in Vourvourou) and explore the beaches of Sithonia. We’ll also make a trip to Afytos since I think it’s worth the detour.
About Pelion, I’m really not sure where to stay because the distances between Volos and Afissos aren’t straightforward.
I’m looking for a quiet spot but with a little evening activity—like strolling through a village or by the sea. I’ve seen a few suggestions via ChatGPT, but I’m not convinced about the vibe (Milies, Makrinitsa).
Volos is big… but kind of ugly.
We love hiking, spending time in picturesque/typical villages, and, like everyone else, tasting local specialties. As for balancing the trip, I’m open to changes or adjustments if you’ve got any tips—I’d love to hear them, along with any other ideas.
Nepal: Spiritual experiences beyond Himalayan trekking
On this forum, we talk a lot about trekking in the Himalayas, but I’d love to share another side of Nepal: its spiritual, cultural, and religious atmosphere, especially in Kathmandu.
Nepal, much like Tibet and Bhutan, is deeply connected to the Himalayas—the ultimate sacred mountain range. This small country exudes a calming vibe, shaped by a strong spiritual dimension. What I loved most was the unique sensory experience you get there. Walking around temples and tantric monasteries, a distinct scent fills the air—aromatic plants used for ritual fumigation. Locals mainly burn Himalayan juniper, cedar, sandalwood, and other local essences. This fragrant smoke is a way to purify the space and reach the deities, and you’re constantly enveloped in these aromas.
Another striking aspect is the sound. As soon as you step outside, you hear bells ringing in front of temples. People ring them three times before praying to announce their presence to the deities. Nepal is also the birthplace of singing bowls and sound meditation practices. In Kathmandu, you can easily find meditation sessions or "sound baths."
The spiritual dimension is everywhere: a Hindu sadhu practicing asceticism, a lama in deep red robes with his mala, turning a prayer wheel while murmuring "Om mani padme hum." Newar Buddhism, Tantrism, and Hinduism coexist harmoniously in daily life.
For those who love exploring a destination through its culture and spirituality, Nepal is an unforgettable place. What was your spiritual experience in Nepal like?
Nepal, much like Tibet and Bhutan, is deeply connected to the Himalayas—the ultimate sacred mountain range. This small country exudes a calming vibe, shaped by a strong spiritual dimension. What I loved most was the unique sensory experience you get there. Walking around temples and tantric monasteries, a distinct scent fills the air—aromatic plants used for ritual fumigation. Locals mainly burn Himalayan juniper, cedar, sandalwood, and other local essences. This fragrant smoke is a way to purify the space and reach the deities, and you’re constantly enveloped in these aromas.
Another striking aspect is the sound. As soon as you step outside, you hear bells ringing in front of temples. People ring them three times before praying to announce their presence to the deities. Nepal is also the birthplace of singing bowls and sound meditation practices. In Kathmandu, you can easily find meditation sessions or "sound baths."
The spiritual dimension is everywhere: a Hindu sadhu practicing asceticism, a lama in deep red robes with his mala, turning a prayer wheel while murmuring "Om mani padme hum." Newar Buddhism, Tantrism, and Hinduism coexist harmoniously in daily life.
For those who love exploring a destination through its culture and spirituality, Nepal is an unforgettable place. What was your spiritual experience in Nepal like?
Which trek to choose in the Dolomites in August?
Hi there,
I’d like to spend a week in the Dolomites (4 days of trekking and a few day hikes). Unfortunately, it’ll be in August (no choice). My questions are:
- For a first time in the Dolomites, which 4-day trek should I pick? I’d love the most spectacular and varied landscapes possible. Around 1,000m elevation gain per day.
- Is it busier the first or last week of August?
- Will it still feel "quiet" while hiking? Not like a conga line in August...?
Thanks so much for your help! !
Thanks so much for your help! !
Received private messages that disappeared
Hi,
After sending this message to the VF team:
"I notice that I still have my sent private messages, but no longer the received private messages. When the forum closed, I don’t remember deleting them."
And their response: "You’d have to check with other members to see if this is also the case for them, as we have no way of viewing the private messages you received."
I don’t think it’s possible to recover them—no big deal—but just for info, are there other members who’ve been or are in the same situation as me?
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
And their response: "You’d have to check with other members to see if this is also the case for them, as we have no way of viewing the private messages you received."
I don’t think it’s possible to recover them—no big deal—but just for info, are there other members who’ve been or are in the same situation as me?
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Flight canceled due to strike with Ryanair: wait or rebook?
Hi everyone,
I have a Ryanair flight scheduled for 10/14 (outbound, returning on the 16th) from Charleroi in Belgium. A strike is confirmed, and the airport will be closed on the 14th. But Ryanair is still saying the flight is confirmed. I get that they’re trying to make us change and pay extra fees rather than wait for the free compensation.
If I make a new booking, can I still claim a refund for the first one?
Thanks in advance for your help—this is the first time I’ve faced this situation.
I have a Ryanair flight scheduled for 10/14 (outbound, returning on the 16th) from Charleroi in Belgium. A strike is confirmed, and the airport will be closed on the 14th. But Ryanair is still saying the flight is confirmed. I get that they’re trying to make us change and pay extra fees rather than wait for the free compensation.
If I make a new booking, can I still claim a refund for the first one?
Thanks in advance for your help—this is the first time I’ve faced this situation.
Discussion Closure
Hi, I started a thread about Afghanistan.
Out of 4 pages, more than half had nothing to do with the country/topic. The mods closed the thread—why not ban off-topic members and clean it up instead? Instead of closing a thread that had 2 REALLY interesting videos! Because in my thread, there will be more videos to come...
If you close it as soon as a few members go off-topic, letting some former prostitute who’s never set foot in the country tell a guy who spent 10 days there what’s true or not about Afghanistan...
If all the anti-Taliban folks tell you *Le Figaro* or others do a better job than this YouTuber... LOL Journalists often haven’t even been there—they just copy each other or write articles via ChatGPT... *Le Figaro*, for example, gets millions in subsidies to churn out garbage... And now this young guy deserves to be silenced?
Reopen the thread and clean it up! Thanks
Out of 4 pages, more than half had nothing to do with the country/topic. The mods closed the thread—why not ban off-topic members and clean it up instead? Instead of closing a thread that had 2 REALLY interesting videos! Because in my thread, there will be more videos to come...
If you close it as soon as a few members go off-topic, letting some former prostitute who’s never set foot in the country tell a guy who spent 10 days there what’s true or not about Afghanistan...
If all the anti-Taliban folks tell you *Le Figaro* or others do a better job than this YouTuber... LOL Journalists often haven’t even been there—they just copy each other or write articles via ChatGPT... *Le Figaro*, for example, gets millions in subsidies to churn out garbage... And now this young guy deserves to be silenced?
Reopen the thread and clean it up! Thanks
Where to stay on the Route des Crêtes hike?
Hi everyone,
Here’s my dilemma:
I’m planning a hike between Le Bonhomme and the Gîte des 3 Fours at the Col de la Schlucht.
Between the two, I need a hostel, a gîte, or a farm inn for Wednesday, September 10th.
My gîte at the pass is only open on Thursday, so I need a stop between Le Bonhomme and the pass.
On Wednesday, everything’s closed—no half-board, nothing at all.
Would you have any solutions? I’ve already called the tourist office, and they confirmed there’s no possibility.
No tent—it’s too heavy for me at my age.
Thanks for your ideas!
Looking for recent feedback on crossing the Sahara and Mauritania in a motorhome
Hello everyone! 👋
First of all, thank you for accepting us into the group. 😊
My name is Gérard, I’m a 77-year-old retiree, and I have a charming young wife of 70 and a sweet little Biewer dog celebrating his first birthday. 🎂🎉
The three of us are planning to leave from Cannes in our motorhome and head to Dakar.
Personally, I know this route very well, having done it three times in a 4x4, the last trip being in 2016.
Regarding Western Sahara, I know it’s not particularly recommended to cross it right now, but I haven’t heard any bad news about it yet.
As for crossing the "no man’s land," I remember it being a very difficult track, impassable with a motorhome. I’ve heard that they’ve recently improved the track and that it might now be possible to cross those 4 km with a motorhome (?)
Actually, I’m reaching out to experienced travelers who could give me their thoughts on crossing at the end of 2025. 🙏
By the way, if other motorhome travelers have the same plan, maybe we could discuss it together? 🤝
As for Mauritania, I know it’s a long stretch of tarmac, and from what I remember—aside from the "Gare du Nord" stop to refuel and enjoy a good tea—you have to switch to "survival mode."
That’s all for my little chat! I hope to gather some useful information.
Thank you all for taking the time to read this, and I wish you a great 14th of July.
Gérard, Martine, and Bahia 🐾
First of all, thank you for accepting us into the group. 😊
My name is Gérard, I’m a 77-year-old retiree, and I have a charming young wife of 70 and a sweet little Biewer dog celebrating his first birthday. 🎂🎉
The three of us are planning to leave from Cannes in our motorhome and head to Dakar.
Personally, I know this route very well, having done it three times in a 4x4, the last trip being in 2016.
Regarding Western Sahara, I know it’s not particularly recommended to cross it right now, but I haven’t heard any bad news about it yet.
As for crossing the "no man’s land," I remember it being a very difficult track, impassable with a motorhome. I’ve heard that they’ve recently improved the track and that it might now be possible to cross those 4 km with a motorhome (?)
Actually, I’m reaching out to experienced travelers who could give me their thoughts on crossing at the end of 2025. 🙏
By the way, if other motorhome travelers have the same plan, maybe we could discuss it together? 🤝
As for Mauritania, I know it’s a long stretch of tarmac, and from what I remember—aside from the "Gare du Nord" stop to refuel and enjoy a good tea—you have to switch to "survival mode."
That’s all for my little chat! I hope to gather some useful information.
Thank you all for taking the time to read this, and I wish you a great 14th of July.
Gérard, Martine, and Bahia 🐾
Young man from northern France looking for travel companions
Hi there, I’m Rémi. I live in the north of France in Amiens and I’m 29.
I’m looking for a travel buddy (guy or girl) to head off this summer—August or September.
Preferably somewhere in Europe.
I’m more into beaches, sightseeing, and partying 🍻.
Easy-going with good manners. I love cheerful people.
Preferably someone better at English than I am.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Driving from Makopong to Mabuasehube by 4x4
Hi everyone.
We want to drive from: Makopong Border to the Mabuasehube gate.
We’ve seen that there’s a lot of sand—no problem for us—but we’d like to know if the route isn’t closed. We’ll be there on November 19, 2025.
Thanks in advance for any replies
Thanks in advance for any replies
Visiting Koh Yao Noi during Ramadan
Hi there,
I’m planning our trip to Thailand in February–March 2026 during school holidays. We’ll be spending 3 nights on Koh Yao Noi, which is a Muslim island, and it’ll be Ramadan. Has anyone been there during this period? If so, can we eat at midday or will everything be closed? Thanks in advance!
Summer 2025: Trending Destinations to Discover
According to a recent report, Japan is emerging as the most popular destination for summer 2025, with a notable increase in bookings for Tokyo (+19%) and Osaka (+17.2%) compared to 2019. The depreciation of the yen is contributing to this attractiveness.
Paris remains a must-visit European destination.
The Asia-Pacific region is showing a strong recovery, with cities like Shanghai, Seoul, Beijing, and Singapore ranking in the top 10.
Among beach destinations, Mallorca (Spain), Nha Trang (Vietnam), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and Hurghada (Egypt) are particularly in demand.
Tirana, the Albanian capital, is experiencing exceptional growth of +178.8% compared to 2019, largely due to an influx of European visitors, particularly Italians.
Additionally, Jeddah in Saudi Arabia is seeing a 27.2% increase, confirming its emergence as a tourist destination.
Read the article
Paris remains a must-visit European destination.
The Asia-Pacific region is showing a strong recovery, with cities like Shanghai, Seoul, Beijing, and Singapore ranking in the top 10.
Among beach destinations, Mallorca (Spain), Nha Trang (Vietnam), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and Hurghada (Egypt) are particularly in demand.
Tirana, the Albanian capital, is experiencing exceptional growth of +178.8% compared to 2019, largely due to an influx of European visitors, particularly Italians.
Additionally, Jeddah in Saudi Arabia is seeing a 27.2% increase, confirming its emergence as a tourist destination.
Read the article
The (Almost) Tour of the Dominican Republic - April 2025
Another fresh travel journal!
The context: For my 60th birthday, I had planned to take my family (kids + partners) for a week in Gran Canaria, at an all-inclusive hotel, but with the firm intention of exploring and hiking. The deal was to meet up at least in the evenings to spend time together, if my pace didn’t suit them. Personally, I’m not into beaches and lazing around, but my daughter-in-law is pretty cool. We were going to be together, do what we liked, and all would be well. Unfortunately, five days before departure, my mother-in-law passed away, and of course, we had to cancel everything. I was able to get a refund for a lot of things, including the hotel despite missing the free cancellation deadline (really cool of them), and I got a one-year credit for the full price of the flight tickets. So, we tried to plan the same thing for my kids, but with their schedules, we couldn’t find a date. I had to find a destination served by Iberia, far enough to use up my credit. We don’t know the Caribbean, we needed sun and a bit of rest, so the Dominican Republic won out. But no way were we going to mess up by staying in an all-inclusive hotel and only visiting the island’s paradise beaches… (we’ll get back to that). So, as usual, I put together a little road trip with a rental car.
Here we go!!!!
Day 1: Crossing the Atlantic Super early departure for Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. A 3-hour layover in Madrid (my wife’s had enough of flight delays, so I played it safe). Flight to Santo Domingo without any issues. The luggage arrived, the driver I’d booked was there, everything went smoothly. We got to our hotel in the Zona Colonial around 4 PM. Bad luck—it’s on a cute little square where there was supposed to be neighborhood activity in the evening. It’s completely under construction! Too bad! We decided to head to the Malecón, a sort of local Promenade des Anglais, except there are no English people. It’s nice, safe, spacious, and by the ocean. We walked for a while, and as happy hour rolled around, I started my training as an intern in rum-based cocktails. A mojito, classic, but it’s amazing to be sipping the drink in the warmth, right by the big blue. On the way back to the hotel, we grabbed some bananas, ate them in the room, and then bedtime.
The plus: We actually left! The minus: There isn’t one
The context: For my 60th birthday, I had planned to take my family (kids + partners) for a week in Gran Canaria, at an all-inclusive hotel, but with the firm intention of exploring and hiking. The deal was to meet up at least in the evenings to spend time together, if my pace didn’t suit them. Personally, I’m not into beaches and lazing around, but my daughter-in-law is pretty cool. We were going to be together, do what we liked, and all would be well. Unfortunately, five days before departure, my mother-in-law passed away, and of course, we had to cancel everything. I was able to get a refund for a lot of things, including the hotel despite missing the free cancellation deadline (really cool of them), and I got a one-year credit for the full price of the flight tickets. So, we tried to plan the same thing for my kids, but with their schedules, we couldn’t find a date. I had to find a destination served by Iberia, far enough to use up my credit. We don’t know the Caribbean, we needed sun and a bit of rest, so the Dominican Republic won out. But no way were we going to mess up by staying in an all-inclusive hotel and only visiting the island’s paradise beaches… (we’ll get back to that). So, as usual, I put together a little road trip with a rental car.
Here we go!!!!
Day 1: Crossing the Atlantic Super early departure for Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. A 3-hour layover in Madrid (my wife’s had enough of flight delays, so I played it safe). Flight to Santo Domingo without any issues. The luggage arrived, the driver I’d booked was there, everything went smoothly. We got to our hotel in the Zona Colonial around 4 PM. Bad luck—it’s on a cute little square where there was supposed to be neighborhood activity in the evening. It’s completely under construction! Too bad! We decided to head to the Malecón, a sort of local Promenade des Anglais, except there are no English people. It’s nice, safe, spacious, and by the ocean. We walked for a while, and as happy hour rolled around, I started my training as an intern in rum-based cocktails. A mojito, classic, but it’s amazing to be sipping the drink in the warmth, right by the big blue. On the way back to the hotel, we grabbed some bananas, ate them in the room, and then bedtime.
The plus: We actually left! The minus: There isn’t one
Is the Indonesian e-Visa website still working?
Hi,
Has anyone used the online visa application site for Indonesia recently? https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
For the past two weeks, I haven’t been able to log in... Wondering if the site is still up and running...
Thanks for your feedback!
François Boucher
Dear members of VoyageForum,
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of François Boucher, the founder of VoyageForum.
We will remember his passion for travel, but most of all, the pride he took in this forum, which has become indispensable among travelers. While there may have been heated debates, we ask that you show respect for him.
François was still very active on the forum, especially in the technical development section. VoyageForum was his life’s work. He worked passionately to update the site and make up for the 4 years of closure due to the pandemic.
Today, VoyageForum has also lost its developer.
That’s why we’re reaching out to this community to continue François’s legacy. If there are any former or current developers among you who know PERL and would be willing to help, your support would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your loyalty.
Let’s keep this forum alive in his memory.
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of François Boucher, the founder of VoyageForum.
We will remember his passion for travel, but most of all, the pride he took in this forum, which has become indispensable among travelers. While there may have been heated debates, we ask that you show respect for him.
François was still very active on the forum, especially in the technical development section. VoyageForum was his life’s work. He worked passionately to update the site and make up for the 4 years of closure due to the pandemic.
Today, VoyageForum has also lost its developer.
That’s why we’re reaching out to this community to continue François’s legacy. If there are any former or current developers among you who know PERL and would be willing to help, your support would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your loyalty.
Let’s keep this forum alive in his memory.
Moving to New Delhi
Hi there,
I’m thinking about moving to New Delhi. Could you tell me more about your experience living in the city? I’ve heard a lot about the severe pollution, in particular.
Thanks so much!
I’m thinking about moving to New Delhi. Could you tell me more about your experience living in the city? I’ve heard a lot about the severe pollution, in particular.
Thanks so much!
Trip to Oaxaca & Pacific Coast: Transportation Tips and Activity Ideas
Hello!
I’ve just got two tickets for my partner and me to spend 18 days starting from Oaxaca. We arrive on the morning of 10/27 and leave on the afternoon of 11/13.
I’ve already booked a lodge for 7 nights about 20 km from Oaxaca. The idea is to be nearby, especially for Día de los Muertos, which my partner has been dreaming about.
I’ve got a few questions:
- First, do you think renting a car is essential, or are the local bus networks (around Oaxaca) dense and reliable enough? - Roughly how much do taxi rides cost? - After our stay in Oaxaca (where the schedule is still flexible), I plan to head to the Pacific coast around Mazunte, with a goal of visiting a lagoon at night to swim in the bioluminescent algae and possibly witness turtle hatchings. But so far, I haven’t noted much else. Any suggestions for things to do/see around Mazunte, or along the route between Oaxaca and the Pacific coast?
Thanks in advance for your advice—I’ll definitely be back with more questions! :)
I’ve just got two tickets for my partner and me to spend 18 days starting from Oaxaca. We arrive on the morning of 10/27 and leave on the afternoon of 11/13.
I’ve already booked a lodge for 7 nights about 20 km from Oaxaca. The idea is to be nearby, especially for Día de los Muertos, which my partner has been dreaming about.
I’ve got a few questions:
- First, do you think renting a car is essential, or are the local bus networks (around Oaxaca) dense and reliable enough? - Roughly how much do taxi rides cost? - After our stay in Oaxaca (where the schedule is still flexible), I plan to head to the Pacific coast around Mazunte, with a goal of visiting a lagoon at night to swim in the bioluminescent algae and possibly witness turtle hatchings. But so far, I haven’t noted much else. Any suggestions for things to do/see around Mazunte, or along the route between Oaxaca and the Pacific coast?
Thanks in advance for your advice—I’ll definitely be back with more questions! :)