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Budget, visites et logement au Laos et Vietnam English translation pending
Salut🙂
Je projete a la derniere minute un viron en Asie du Sud-Est (c'est sur ma route pour passer en France de Sydney...pas de visa de travail, alors je rentre!! lol)...
Je suis un fada de l'Asie... et je voudrais aller au Laos ou Vietnam (ou les 2....)
Si quelqu'un a des infos sur: Le budget bouffe/guest-house... Laos et Vietnam (compare a la Thailande par exemple..) Les fameuses adresses pour les premieres nuits...(quartiers sympas) Les transports internes (prix/temps pour aller de A a B).... Les etapes a ne pas louper.......
Merci pour les renseignements !!! et Bons futurs voyages a tous !!!!!!!!!😄
Fred
Je projete a la derniere minute un viron en Asie du Sud-Est (c'est sur ma route pour passer en France de Sydney...pas de visa de travail, alors je rentre!! lol)...
Je suis un fada de l'Asie... et je voudrais aller au Laos ou Vietnam (ou les 2....)
Si quelqu'un a des infos sur: Le budget bouffe/guest-house... Laos et Vietnam (compare a la Thailande par exemple..) Les fameuses adresses pour les premieres nuits...(quartiers sympas) Les transports internes (prix/temps pour aller de A a B).... Les etapes a ne pas louper.......
Merci pour les renseignements !!! et Bons futurs voyages a tous !!!!!!!!!😄
Fred
Where to travel in Europe to practice Russian?
Hi there,
I’m thinking of doing a short language-stay this summer to practice Russian. Given the current situation, I’d prefer to stay in Europe if possible (no visa). And I don’t think Ukraine is really a good idea either—I’d feel weird being a tourist while they have more important concerns right now. Any ideas where I could go?
Thanks so much!
Hi,
I want to do a trip to practice my Russian this summer. Since it’s simpler, I’d rather stay in Europe (no visa). And I’m not sure Ukraine is a good idea—being a tourist there right now doesn’t feel quite right to me. Do you have any destination ideas?
Thanks!
I’m thinking of doing a short language-stay this summer to practice Russian. Given the current situation, I’d prefer to stay in Europe if possible (no visa). And I don’t think Ukraine is really a good idea either—I’d feel weird being a tourist while they have more important concerns right now. Any ideas where I could go?
Thanks so much!
Hi,
I want to do a trip to practice my Russian this summer. Since it’s simpler, I’d rather stay in Europe (no visa). And I’m not sure Ukraine is a good idea—being a tourist there right now doesn’t feel quite right to me. Do you have any destination ideas?
Thanks!
In Memory of Jamie Muir (1942–2025)
Musician, monk, painter: The metamorphoses of Jamie Muir
James David "Jamie" Muir, a talented drummer and percussionist and brief member of King Crimson, who left the world of pop music and show business to retreat to a Buddhist monastery in Scotland before dedicating himself almost entirely to painting, passed away last year at the age of 81. His artwork was recently featured in two exhibitions in Cornwall and London...
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1942, Jamie Muir attended the College of Art there in the 1960s. Early on, he was drawn to jazz.
Later settling in London, Jamie Muir played jazz trombone before turning to percussion. Influenced by American drummers like Tony Williams, Kenny Clarke, and Milford Graves, as well as musicians such as Pharoah Sanders and Albert Ayler, he gravitated toward free music, meaning improvisation. It was during this time that he began assembling an arsenal of household objects he later used alongside his standard drum kit: rattles, whistles, horns, chimes, bells, gongs, sheets of metal, shakers, drums, and plastic bottles.
After a brief stint in a multimedia group, Jamie Muir worked with choreographer Lindsay Kemp (as did David Bowie), played music in the short-lived jazz-rock group Sunship (with guitarist Allan Holdsworth, formerly of Soft Machine), and became involved in the ensemble known as The Music Improvisation Society, with Derek Bailey, Hugh Davies, and Evan Parker between 1968 and 1971. The Music Improvisation Society recorded an album for the ECM label in 1971 (never reissued on CD except in Japan) and a posthumous album (1968–71). Both records gained a cult following among fans of experimental and improvised music. After this experience, Muir played in Pete Brown’s Battered Ornaments and then in the band Boris with Jamie Peters, Don Weller, and former Colosseum member Jim Roache. He also briefly joined Assagai, an Afro-rock group featuring South African and Nigerian musicians from the legendary South African band Blue Notes (including drummer Louis Moholo, saxophonist Dudu Pukwana, and trumpeter/flutist Mongezi Feza).
In the summer of 1972, Robert Fripp, leader and guitarist of King Crimson, whom a journalist from *Melody Maker* had suggested meet this percussionist from the English experimental scene, invited Jamie Muir to join the new King Crimson lineup he was assembling: Robert Fripp (guitar, mellotron), David Cross (violin), John Wetton (bass), Bill Bruford (drums), and Jamie Muir (percussion). "King Crimson was the ideal for me because it was a rock band that had more than three brain cells. I was very much more an instrumental style of musician rather than being song-based, and there weren’t many other bands that I would have been any good in. I was extremely pleased and felt completely at home with Crimson." Once formed, the new group honed their sound on stage from early October to mid-December 1972 (see the 1972 live albums in the discography below), before recording the album Larks’ Tongues in Aspic in early 1973. A grand album, one of the band’s best, and one of the best of the 1970s.
However, after a concert at the Marquee Club in London, Jamie Muir left not only the band but also the music world entirely, with immediate effect. During the six months Muir spent with King Crimson, his presence completely upended the group’s philosophy, loosening the notoriously strict rules imposed by Fripp and pushing the boundaries of improvisation. Jamie Muir’s contribution—clearly heard on Larks’ Tongues in Aspic—was to introduce a touch of anarchy into Robert Fripp’s music, which was usually so tight, rational, and meticulously structured.
Muir returned to Scotland, to the Samye Ling Monastery near Eskdalemuir in Dumfries and Galloway (in the south), where he spent several years as a Buddhist monk, the pleasures of his former life giving way to retreat and meditation.
Muir came back to London and music in the 1980s, playing and recording with Derek Bailey and Evan Parker from the Music Improvisation Company, as well as with former King Crimson member Michael Giles on the soundtrack for the independent British film Ghost Dance (1983).
In 1990, Muir left music behind once more and increasingly devoted himself to painting, a discipline he maintained until his death. In his later years, he began exploring digital art as another form of expression.
In recent years, he lived in Penzance, Cornwall, where he passed away in February 2025.
Hery
Discography:
A. Jamie Muir with King Crimson: • Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (1973) • Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (The Complete Recordings) (2023, 4 CDs) • Cosmic Muir (1998, Japan, unofficial release) • The Beat Club Bremen 1972 (1999) • Live at the Zoom Club Frankfurt, Germany (October 13, 1972) (2002, 2 CDs) • Live in Guildford (November 13, 1972) (2003) • Live in Newcastle (December 8, 1972) (2019, mono) B. Jamie Muir and other projects: • The Music Improvisation Company: The Music Improvisation Company (1970) • The Music Improvisation Company: 1968–1971 (1976) • Derek Bailey / Jamie Muir: Dart Drug (1981) • Michael Giles / Jamie Muir / David Cunningham: Ghost Dance (1996) • Evan Parker / Jamie Muir / Paul Rodgers: The Ayes Have It (2001)
Links:
https://www.jamiemuirart.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDyf0ofV5n4 (King Crimson: "Larks' Tongues in Aspic") https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgoKT8hEBFQ&list=RDJ2FjbpvX8dA&index=2 (Michael Giles, Jamie Muir, David Cunningham)
The musician
The painter
The band (l. to r.: Muir, Fripp, Cross, Bruford)
James David "Jamie" Muir, a talented drummer and percussionist and brief member of King Crimson, who left the world of pop music and show business to retreat to a Buddhist monastery in Scotland before dedicating himself almost entirely to painting, passed away last year at the age of 81. His artwork was recently featured in two exhibitions in Cornwall and London...
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1942, Jamie Muir attended the College of Art there in the 1960s. Early on, he was drawn to jazz.
Later settling in London, Jamie Muir played jazz trombone before turning to percussion. Influenced by American drummers like Tony Williams, Kenny Clarke, and Milford Graves, as well as musicians such as Pharoah Sanders and Albert Ayler, he gravitated toward free music, meaning improvisation. It was during this time that he began assembling an arsenal of household objects he later used alongside his standard drum kit: rattles, whistles, horns, chimes, bells, gongs, sheets of metal, shakers, drums, and plastic bottles.
After a brief stint in a multimedia group, Jamie Muir worked with choreographer Lindsay Kemp (as did David Bowie), played music in the short-lived jazz-rock group Sunship (with guitarist Allan Holdsworth, formerly of Soft Machine), and became involved in the ensemble known as The Music Improvisation Society, with Derek Bailey, Hugh Davies, and Evan Parker between 1968 and 1971. The Music Improvisation Society recorded an album for the ECM label in 1971 (never reissued on CD except in Japan) and a posthumous album (1968–71). Both records gained a cult following among fans of experimental and improvised music. After this experience, Muir played in Pete Brown’s Battered Ornaments and then in the band Boris with Jamie Peters, Don Weller, and former Colosseum member Jim Roache. He also briefly joined Assagai, an Afro-rock group featuring South African and Nigerian musicians from the legendary South African band Blue Notes (including drummer Louis Moholo, saxophonist Dudu Pukwana, and trumpeter/flutist Mongezi Feza).
In the summer of 1972, Robert Fripp, leader and guitarist of King Crimson, whom a journalist from *Melody Maker* had suggested meet this percussionist from the English experimental scene, invited Jamie Muir to join the new King Crimson lineup he was assembling: Robert Fripp (guitar, mellotron), David Cross (violin), John Wetton (bass), Bill Bruford (drums), and Jamie Muir (percussion). "King Crimson was the ideal for me because it was a rock band that had more than three brain cells. I was very much more an instrumental style of musician rather than being song-based, and there weren’t many other bands that I would have been any good in. I was extremely pleased and felt completely at home with Crimson." Once formed, the new group honed their sound on stage from early October to mid-December 1972 (see the 1972 live albums in the discography below), before recording the album Larks’ Tongues in Aspic in early 1973. A grand album, one of the band’s best, and one of the best of the 1970s.
However, after a concert at the Marquee Club in London, Jamie Muir left not only the band but also the music world entirely, with immediate effect. During the six months Muir spent with King Crimson, his presence completely upended the group’s philosophy, loosening the notoriously strict rules imposed by Fripp and pushing the boundaries of improvisation. Jamie Muir’s contribution—clearly heard on Larks’ Tongues in Aspic—was to introduce a touch of anarchy into Robert Fripp’s music, which was usually so tight, rational, and meticulously structured.
Muir returned to Scotland, to the Samye Ling Monastery near Eskdalemuir in Dumfries and Galloway (in the south), where he spent several years as a Buddhist monk, the pleasures of his former life giving way to retreat and meditation.
Muir came back to London and music in the 1980s, playing and recording with Derek Bailey and Evan Parker from the Music Improvisation Company, as well as with former King Crimson member Michael Giles on the soundtrack for the independent British film Ghost Dance (1983).
In 1990, Muir left music behind once more and increasingly devoted himself to painting, a discipline he maintained until his death. In his later years, he began exploring digital art as another form of expression.
In recent years, he lived in Penzance, Cornwall, where he passed away in February 2025.
Hery
Discography:
A. Jamie Muir with King Crimson: • Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (1973) • Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (The Complete Recordings) (2023, 4 CDs) • Cosmic Muir (1998, Japan, unofficial release) • The Beat Club Bremen 1972 (1999) • Live at the Zoom Club Frankfurt, Germany (October 13, 1972) (2002, 2 CDs) • Live in Guildford (November 13, 1972) (2003) • Live in Newcastle (December 8, 1972) (2019, mono) B. Jamie Muir and other projects: • The Music Improvisation Company: The Music Improvisation Company (1970) • The Music Improvisation Company: 1968–1971 (1976) • Derek Bailey / Jamie Muir: Dart Drug (1981) • Michael Giles / Jamie Muir / David Cunningham: Ghost Dance (1996) • Evan Parker / Jamie Muir / Paul Rodgers: The Ayes Have It (2001)
Links:
https://www.jamiemuirart.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDyf0ofV5n4 (King Crimson: "Larks' Tongues in Aspic") https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgoKT8hEBFQ&list=RDJ2FjbpvX8dA&index=2 (Michael Giles, Jamie Muir, David Cunningham)
The musician
The painter
The band (l. to r.: Muir, Fripp, Cross, Bruford)Recommendations for Solo Mom Traveling with a 3-Year-Old for a Month in Malaysia
Good evening everyone,
I’m leaving for Malaysia very soon with my 3-year-old daughter—this will be her first big trip! As a former backpacker, I’m finally taking my little one to discover Asia, starting with Malaysia 😊 We’re traveling from December 7th to January 5th, and I’d like to split our stay into 5 must-see spots where we can settle in comfortably for about 5 days each. Given that we’ll definitely spend a few days near Kuala Lumpur upon arrival, that I *must* take her to Malaysian Borneo to see the orangutans, and that I’d also love to relax with her on some beautiful beaches in the east ☀️
Do you have any recommendations or must-see tips?
Are there any cool guesthouses in Kuala Lumpur or nearby where we might meet other families?
Are there places that are especially great for kids—or, on the contrary, places to avoid?
Are there other solo-parent families traveling in the area around the same time as us?
Thanks so much for your kind and alternative suggestions 🤗
I’m leaving for Malaysia very soon with my 3-year-old daughter—this will be her first big trip! As a former backpacker, I’m finally taking my little one to discover Asia, starting with Malaysia 😊 We’re traveling from December 7th to January 5th, and I’d like to split our stay into 5 must-see spots where we can settle in comfortably for about 5 days each. Given that we’ll definitely spend a few days near Kuala Lumpur upon arrival, that I *must* take her to Malaysian Borneo to see the orangutans, and that I’d also love to relax with her on some beautiful beaches in the east ☀️
Do you have any recommendations or must-see tips?
Are there any cool guesthouses in Kuala Lumpur or nearby where we might meet other families?
Are there places that are especially great for kids—or, on the contrary, places to avoid?
Are there other solo-parent families traveling in the area around the same time as us?
Thanks so much for your kind and alternative suggestions 🤗
New Navi Mumbai International Airport
India inaugurates the new Navi Mumbai International Airport and the final phase of Mumbai’s Metro Line 3—a major turning point for the country’s infrastructure.
Mumbai, India’s economic capital, is entering a new era of modernization. The Indian government has officially inaugurated the Navi Mumbai International Airport, one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, along with the final phase of Metro Line 3, a key axis to ease congestion in the megacity.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), located about 35 km from the city center, aims to eventually handle up to 60 million passengers per year. Built to reduce pressure on the already saturated Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport, it features ultra-modern facilities, sustainable design, and cutting-edge technologies for air traffic management and energy efficiency.
At the same time, the completion of Mumbai’s Metro Line 3, connecting Colaba to Bandra-SEEPZ, marks a major advancement in urban mobility. This 33.5 km underground section will significantly reduce travel time and congestion in a city known for its chronic traffic jams.
These two projects reflect the Indian government’s commitment to transforming Mumbai into a global hub, combining connectivity, sustainability, and economic development.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a project two decades in the making, has finally come to fruition. Phase one of the airport was inaugurated Wednesday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar. Although the first phase, which includes Terminal 1 and Runway 1 with 10 bus gates and 29 aero bridges, has been inaugurated, flight operations will not begin immediately.
"Post-inauguration, the airport will be handed over to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) for a security sweep, which could take 30 to 45 days. We also need to mobilize customs and immigration teams and complete end-to-end testing, which is a 45-60-day process," said Arun Bansal, CEO of Adani Airports Holdings Ltd, developer and operator of the NMIA, during a press briefing at the NMIA premises Monday. Even though an exact date hasn’t been announced, NMIA CEO Captain B V J K Sharma and Bansal said commercial flights are expected to begin in December 2025. Plans of major carriers Three major airlines—Air India, Akasa Air, and IndiGo—have already signed on to shift part of their operations to NMIA. Last month, Air India announced plans to start with 20 daily departures (40 air traffic movements) through Air India Express, connecting 15 Indian cities in the first phase. By mid-2026, it aims to scale up to 55 daily departures, including up to five international flights. IndiGo, which made its announcement in May, plans to operate 18 daily flights to more than 15 cities from the first day of commercial operations and intends to expand to 140 daily flights—30 of which will be international—within 18 months. In June, Akasa Air said it will start with 15 daily domestic flights, scaling up to over 300 domestic and 50 international flights a week within a few months. When asked which airline will operate the first flight, Bansal said, "We want all three airlines to be there on Day 1. It depends on who has the earliest slot that day, and the destination choice lies entirely with the airlines." Operations to begin with 12-hour window In the first month, flights will operate between 8 am and 8 pm, with the 12-hour window likely to be extended as operations stabilize. Although NMIA’s full capacity is 40 air traffic movements (ATMs) per hour, the initial phase will handle 10 ATMs—allowing 10 aircraft to land or take off every hour. Airlines are expected to announce routes and ticket sales soon. Touted as an international aviation hub, NMIA positions Mumbai alongside global twin-airport cities such as London, Dubai, and New York, and plans to launch both domestic and international operations from Day 1. Concession for international carriers When asked if international carriers will be given any concessions, Bansal said, "For international airlines, we will not charge them parking fees for the first year." The duo added that NMIA aims to reclaim Mumbai’s rightful place on the global aviation map. "For a decade… travelers didn’t have a choice—airlines couldn’t get additional slots (at the Mumbai airport), so traffic shifted to Delhi. We are course-correcting that with NMIA. It won’t happen overnight, but over the next five–seven years, you’ll see the change," said Bansal. He noted that Mumbai currently lacks direct flights to major destinations in Europe and the U.S., something NMIA hopes to change. "If you see east-to-west flights, Mumbai is a natural stop," added Sharma. As reported earlier, NMIA will eventually feature four terminals and two parallel runways, with a total capacity to handle up to 90 million passengers per annum (MPPA), compared to 20 MPPA in the first phase. In the long term, the airport aims to serve as a key transfer hub between the East and the West, enabling passengers from Southeast Asia to connect seamlessly to Europe and North America.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a project two decades in the making, has finally come to fruition. Phase one of the airport was inaugurated Wednesday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar. Although the first phase, which includes Terminal 1 and Runway 1 with 10 bus gates and 29 aero bridges, has been inaugurated, flight operations will not begin immediately.
"Post-inauguration, the airport will be handed over to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) for a security sweep, which could take 30 to 45 days. We also need to mobilize customs and immigration teams and complete end-to-end testing, which is a 45-60-day process," said Arun Bansal, CEO of Adani Airports Holdings Ltd, developer and operator of the NMIA, during a press briefing at the NMIA premises Monday. Even though an exact date hasn’t been announced, NMIA CEO Captain B V J K Sharma and Bansal said commercial flights are expected to begin in December 2025. Plans of major carriers Three major airlines—Air India, Akasa Air, and IndiGo—have already signed on to shift part of their operations to NMIA. Last month, Air India announced plans to start with 20 daily departures (40 air traffic movements) through Air India Express, connecting 15 Indian cities in the first phase. By mid-2026, it aims to scale up to 55 daily departures, including up to five international flights. IndiGo, which made its announcement in May, plans to operate 18 daily flights to more than 15 cities from the first day of commercial operations and intends to expand to 140 daily flights—30 of which will be international—within 18 months. In June, Akasa Air said it will start with 15 daily domestic flights, scaling up to over 300 domestic and 50 international flights a week within a few months. When asked which airline will operate the first flight, Bansal said, "We want all three airlines to be there on Day 1. It depends on who has the earliest slot that day, and the destination choice lies entirely with the airlines." Operations to begin with 12-hour window In the first month, flights will operate between 8 am and 8 pm, with the 12-hour window likely to be extended as operations stabilize. Although NMIA’s full capacity is 40 air traffic movements (ATMs) per hour, the initial phase will handle 10 ATMs—allowing 10 aircraft to land or take off every hour. Airlines are expected to announce routes and ticket sales soon. Touted as an international aviation hub, NMIA positions Mumbai alongside global twin-airport cities such as London, Dubai, and New York, and plans to launch both domestic and international operations from Day 1. Concession for international carriers When asked if international carriers will be given any concessions, Bansal said, "For international airlines, we will not charge them parking fees for the first year." The duo added that NMIA aims to reclaim Mumbai’s rightful place on the global aviation map. "For a decade… travelers didn’t have a choice—airlines couldn’t get additional slots (at the Mumbai airport), so traffic shifted to Delhi. We are course-correcting that with NMIA. It won’t happen overnight, but over the next five–seven years, you’ll see the change," said Bansal. He noted that Mumbai currently lacks direct flights to major destinations in Europe and the U.S., something NMIA hopes to change. "If you see east-to-west flights, Mumbai is a natural stop," added Sharma. As reported earlier, NMIA will eventually feature four terminals and two parallel runways, with a total capacity to handle up to 90 million passengers per annum (MPPA), compared to 20 MPPA in the first phase. In the long term, the airport aims to serve as a key transfer hub between the East and the West, enabling passengers from Southeast Asia to connect seamlessly to Europe and North America.
Call for postcards for a school project (Creuse, ULIS program)
Hello everyone,
I’m reaching out to all travelers and globe-trotters on this forum. I’m a teacher in Creuse working in a ULIS program (which welcomes children aged 6 to 12 with disabilities into a mainstream school). This year, I’m launching a school journal project that will involve the kids in many different topics. A big part of this journal will focus on opening up to the world, embracing differences, travel, global cultures, and more.
I’m putting out a call to invite as many of you as possible to send us a postcard (from France or anywhere in the world)! The goal is to help us "travel" and discover new places, countries, and horizons in a way that’s much more fun and exciting than a geography textbook. One section of our journal could be called "We received a letter from ," where we’d research the location and share what we learn with our readers—a really enriching activity for the classroom.
The project starts in September 2025 but doesn’t have a strict end date, since this journal and world-discovery initiative will span several school years (the kids stay in the ULIS program for multiple years). Postcards can be sent anytime—throughout the year, across seasons, even during holidays! The kids will find them when they return.
I hope this idea appeals to as many of you as possible, and that you’ll spread the word to your fellow travelers. Help us dream and explore!
For those who’d like to write to us in a language other than French, no problem—quite the opposite!
Thank you in advance for your participation! Below is our address. If you’d like us to write back, feel free to leave your address on a corner of the postcard! 😊
ULIS program students Bonnat Elementary School 12 rue Georges Sand 23220 BONNAT Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon! 😊 Julien 🙂
I’m putting out a call to invite as many of you as possible to send us a postcard (from France or anywhere in the world)! The goal is to help us "travel" and discover new places, countries, and horizons in a way that’s much more fun and exciting than a geography textbook. One section of our journal could be called "We received a letter from ," where we’d research the location and share what we learn with our readers—a really enriching activity for the classroom.
The project starts in September 2025 but doesn’t have a strict end date, since this journal and world-discovery initiative will span several school years (the kids stay in the ULIS program for multiple years). Postcards can be sent anytime—throughout the year, across seasons, even during holidays! The kids will find them when they return.
I hope this idea appeals to as many of you as possible, and that you’ll spread the word to your fellow travelers. Help us dream and explore!
For those who’d like to write to us in a language other than French, no problem—quite the opposite!
Thank you in advance for your participation! Below is our address. If you’d like us to write back, feel free to leave your address on a corner of the postcard! 😊
ULIS program students Bonnat Elementary School 12 rue Georges Sand 23220 BONNAT Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon! 😊 Julien 🙂
Louisiana - Mississippi - Tennessee - Arkansas - April 2024
The context:
The urge to return to the USA, to explore a new part of the country. I don’t need much convincing to go back to Uncle Sam’s land. My wife’s on board too.
So, off we go for my 9th trip to the USA! (I didn’t take notes, so this is from memory)
Day 1: The departure: Flight with two layovers. I usually avoid layovers in the US before the final destination because of immigration. This time, my flight was Lyon/Munich, then Munich/Chicago, and finally Chicago/New Orleans. The layover in Chicago was 3 hours, and since I’d been through this airport twice before and found it super efficient both times, I wasn’t too worried when I booked my tickets—especially with Lufthansa. Unfortunately, there were several flight changes before departure, the last one leaving us with only a 2h14 layover in Chicago. I called Lufthansa to check if that would be enough, and they told me immigration in Chicago takes about an hour and 45 minutes (according to their calculations). So, I left feeling confident. A 15-minute delay leaving Lyon, then a 1-hour delay leaving Munich—now I’m starting to worry. When we arrived in Chicago, we rushed, cut in line, and made it to immigration. And then—an impossible queue. Game over, we missed our last flight. Of course, Lufthansa rebooked us for the next morning, arriving around 10 AM, and booked us a hotel. I found someone to call Alamo in New Orleans to make sure my rental car would still be there. Everything’s sorted—except our luggage, which we have no idea where it is! My little worry is that we land at 9:45 AM the next morning, and we’ve booked a tour at 11 AM at Laura Plantation, which is about an hour’s drive away! Wait and see…
The +: We're back in the USA The -: Once again, flight delays
Day 1: The departure: Flight with two layovers. I usually avoid layovers in the US before the final destination because of immigration. This time, my flight was Lyon/Munich, then Munich/Chicago, and finally Chicago/New Orleans. The layover in Chicago was 3 hours, and since I’d been through this airport twice before and found it super efficient both times, I wasn’t too worried when I booked my tickets—especially with Lufthansa. Unfortunately, there were several flight changes before departure, the last one leaving us with only a 2h14 layover in Chicago. I called Lufthansa to check if that would be enough, and they told me immigration in Chicago takes about an hour and 45 minutes (according to their calculations). So, I left feeling confident. A 15-minute delay leaving Lyon, then a 1-hour delay leaving Munich—now I’m starting to worry. When we arrived in Chicago, we rushed, cut in line, and made it to immigration. And then—an impossible queue. Game over, we missed our last flight. Of course, Lufthansa rebooked us for the next morning, arriving around 10 AM, and booked us a hotel. I found someone to call Alamo in New Orleans to make sure my rental car would still be there. Everything’s sorted—except our luggage, which we have no idea where it is! My little worry is that we land at 9:45 AM the next morning, and we’ve booked a tour at 11 AM at Laura Plantation, which is about an hour’s drive away! Wait and see…
The +: We're back in the USA The -: Once again, flight delays
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Another major plus: the built-in pump. No more spending ages blowing it up or using an external manual pump. It only takes 30 seconds to fully inflate the mattress. This often-overlooked feature is a game-changer after a long day of hiking.

Verdict: Is it right for you?
The USKOO AirFlex 3.0 mattress is a smart investment for those who prioritize absolute comfort without sacrificing minimal bulk. Yes, it’s a bit heavier than some ultra-light models on the market, but this small trade-off is more than made up for by its many strengths: durability, versatility, quick inflation, and above all, unmatched comfort while camping. In short, if you're one of those demanding trekkers who no longer want to sacrifice sleep for the sake of absolute lightness, then the AirFlex 3.0 mattress is undoubtedly for you.
Compact and easy to transport despite its weight
The AirFlex 3.0 mattress weighs 839 grams. It’s true—if you're chasing ultra-lightweight gear at all costs, this might seem heavy. However, the real advantage of this mattress lies elsewhere: its ability to be ultra-compact when packed. It fits easily into a standard backpack, freeing up precious space for your other gear. Personally, after several self-sufficient hikes, I love how easily I can stow my mattress without struggling at every stop.

Unmatched comfort for restful nights
While the AirFlex 3.0’s weight isn’t its strongest point, its comfort definitely is. Its generous 7 cm thickness lets you forget about uneven terrain, delivering exceptional sleep quality even after weeks of trekking. I’ve tested it on various surfaces—rocky, damp, or uneven—and every time, the mattress provided unparalleled sleep. Plus, its design includes an integrated pillow and modularity that lets you easily switch to couch mode or a lounge chair. Whether you're reading, stargazing, or just resting, its comfort remains intact.

Durability and reliability on all terrains
After enduring the challenges of high-altitude campsites or spots near water, I can confirm the AirFlex 3.0 lives up to its durability promises. Its 100% waterproof and abrasion-resistant coating lets it handle the toughest conditions without puncturing. That’s a crucial feature when you know how much a leaky mattress can ruin a self-sufficient camping trip.
Quick and easy inflation
Another major plus: the built-in pump. No more spending ages blowing it up or using an external manual pump. It only takes 30 seconds to fully inflate the mattress. This often-overlooked feature is a game-changer after a long day of hiking.

Verdict: Is it right for you?
The USKOO AirFlex 3.0 mattress is a smart investment for those who prioritize absolute comfort without sacrificing minimal bulk. Yes, it’s a bit heavier than some ultra-light models on the market, but this small trade-off is more than made up for by its many strengths: durability, versatility, quick inflation, and above all, unmatched comfort while camping. In short, if you're one of those demanding trekkers who no longer want to sacrifice sleep for the sake of absolute lightness, then the AirFlex 3.0 mattress is undoubtedly for you.
Road maps and GPS in Namibia
Hello, what’s the best road map? How reliable are GPS devices, and what downloads do you recommend before departure in case Wi-Fi isn’t available?
Roswell to Tucumcari leg: Route 66 conditions
Hi everyone! 🙂
We’re on the Roswell–Tucumcari leg. We’ll go through Fort Sumner. After visiting, there are two ways to reach Tucumcari:
Take US 84 to Santa Rosa, see its Blue Hole, then the almost ghost towns on the historic Route 66 (Cuervo, Newkirk, and Montoya). We won’t visit the Route 66 auto museum (we’ll do the one in Tucumcari). The other option is to take 252 and then 209.
The next day, we plan to head to our next stop in Las Vegas (the one in NM) by going up the Mesalands Scenic Byway (104).
Is the detour to Santa Rosa worth it? Are the historic Route 66 sections drivable?
Thanks for your tips! Marcalamar 🙂
We’re on the Roswell–Tucumcari leg. We’ll go through Fort Sumner. After visiting, there are two ways to reach Tucumcari:
Take US 84 to Santa Rosa, see its Blue Hole, then the almost ghost towns on the historic Route 66 (Cuervo, Newkirk, and Montoya). We won’t visit the Route 66 auto museum (we’ll do the one in Tucumcari). The other option is to take 252 and then 209.
The next day, we plan to head to our next stop in Las Vegas (the one in NM) by going up the Mesalands Scenic Byway (104).
Is the detour to Santa Rosa worth it? Are the historic Route 66 sections drivable?
Thanks for your tips! Marcalamar 🙂
What's the path from Sekong Lake to Naurikot?
Hi there, we're heading to Nepal in a few weeks and planning a relaxed trek from Jomsom to Tatopani along the left bank of the Kali Gandaki. Starting from Kokhetanti, we'd like to do a day loop to Sekong Lake, then head to Naurikot and return (possibly by road). We’ve found—well, *found* might be a strong word—a path to the lake, but we can’t see any route continuing to Naurikot. Can anyone help us out? Thanks so much! !
Looking for a reliable travel agency with driver and guide in Sri Lanka
Hello, we’re planning a trip to Sri Lanka in April 2025.
We’re a family of four adults, and we love getting off the beaten path while still enjoying local life and, of course, visiting the main tourist sites (after all, you can’t visit a country without appreciating its highlights!).
We’re looking for a reputable travel agency for a private trip with a driver and a guide—whether they speak French or not. Yes, it’s possible! We were lucky enough to have this experience on our last two trips to India and Laos. It was absolutely wonderful, insightful, and enriching thanks to the local visits.
Anyway, if anyone has done a similar road trip, we’d love to follow in your footsteps.
Thanks for all your tips!
NorGra
Your "On the Road" Playlist
Hi everyone,
I recently read a graphic novel called Hippie Trail about travel, which came with a playlist (available on a site via QR code, but that’s not the main point). The music is from the 60s/70s, and we all know the classics from that era on the theme of the road (or at least I imagine so). That’s why I thought I’d ask you for your ideal playlist—with some more recent and lesser-known tracks. I was thinking of a list of ten songs, as varied as possible, to broaden our horizons (that’s the point of travel, right?). So: old and new songs, hits and hidden gems, tracks in French or other languages, sounds from the West, the East, Africa, the Americas, or elsewhere—jazz, classical, rock… Personally, I’ll admit I’m not super musically cultured, which is why I’m turning to you to help fill in the gaps
Here’s my On the Road playlist (no particular order):
- Hit the Road Jack, by Ray Charles - In the Steppes of Central Asia, by Borodin - Barcarolle, by Offenbach - Al Otro Lado Del Río, by Jorge Drexler - Nationale 7, by Charles Trenet - On ira, by Zaz - On the Road Again, by Bernard Lavilliers - Emmenez-moi, by Charles Aznavour - Sur la route, by Raphaël - Clandestino, by Manu Chao
What’s yours?
I recently read a graphic novel called Hippie Trail about travel, which came with a playlist (available on a site via QR code, but that’s not the main point). The music is from the 60s/70s, and we all know the classics from that era on the theme of the road (or at least I imagine so). That’s why I thought I’d ask you for your ideal playlist—with some more recent and lesser-known tracks. I was thinking of a list of ten songs, as varied as possible, to broaden our horizons (that’s the point of travel, right?). So: old and new songs, hits and hidden gems, tracks in French or other languages, sounds from the West, the East, Africa, the Americas, or elsewhere—jazz, classical, rock… Personally, I’ll admit I’m not super musically cultured, which is why I’m turning to you to help fill in the gaps
Here’s my On the Road playlist (no particular order):
- Hit the Road Jack, by Ray Charles - In the Steppes of Central Asia, by Borodin - Barcarolle, by Offenbach - Al Otro Lado Del Río, by Jorge Drexler - Nationale 7, by Charles Trenet - On ira, by Zaz - On the Road Again, by Bernard Lavilliers - Emmenez-moi, by Charles Aznavour - Sur la route, by Raphaël - Clandestino, by Manu Chao
What’s yours?
L'aéroport de Bantayan terminé d'ici la fin de l'année (Philippines) English translation pending
L'aéroport de Mactan-Cebu (MCIAA) a déclaré que la construction en cours de l'aéroport de l'île de Bantayan, devrait être achevée d'ici la fin de cette année.
A confirmer avec quelqu’un sur place.
A confirmer avec quelqu’un sur place.
Les États-Unis après 15 jours en organisé en Iran? English translation pending
Bonjour
Nous avons séjourné 15 jours en circuit organisé en iran. Pouvons nous aller dans l'ouest américain, las Vegas et sa région. Merci
Annulation de vol Aerolíneas Argentinas English translation pending
Bonjour
Je cherche à joindre aerolinas argentinas
Avec tous les numéros que j ai
Rien ne fonctionne
Donc auriez vous des numéros fiables soit en france, bien sûr ce serait le mieux, ou l Argentine ou l Espagne
Sinon si vous avez une adresse mail pour les joindre Je vais annuler mes vols suite à la maladie Donc je voudrais réagir vite Merci encore Isabel
Sinon si vous avez une adresse mail pour les joindre Je vais annuler mes vols suite à la maladie Donc je voudrais réagir vite Merci encore Isabel
Formalités pour acheter un billet d’avion pour quelqu'un English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Tout d’abord, j’ai bien conscience que la question a été posée plusieurs fois mais je veux vraiment faire les choses correctement et sans prendre de risque, c’est pour cette raison que j’aimerais des retours d’expériences:
J’aimerais acheter un billet d’avion du Venezuela vers l’Espagne pour quelqu’un vivant au Vénézuéla (de la nationalité de ce pays aussi). Visiblement, certaines compagnies réclament la carte bancaire ayant servi au paiement et autres formalités mais ce n’est pas toujours très clair car il y a des versions différentes.
Par exemple, j’ai appelé Turkish Airlines qui n’ont pas su me dire si le voyageur aurait besoin de la carte bancaire ou non... Ils m’ont dit « ça dépend de ce qui est inscrit sur le billet » (véridique).
J’ai lu que si l’on passait par une agence de voyage ou via un site de type GoVoyages (etc...), il n’y aurait pas de problème. Qu’en pensez-vous? Quel est le plus « safe » pour mon cas de figure? Dans l’idéal, j’aimerais éviter de passer par une agence de voyage. J’ai tenté d’appeler AirFrance aussi mais les événements récents liés au COVID font qu’il est difficile de les joindre (je n’ai donc eu personne).
Voyageant souvent, il est vrai qu’on ne m’a jamais demandé une seule fois la carte bancaire ayant servi au paiement (parfois c’est pourtant ma société qui payait les billets) donc je m’étonne un peu de cette formalité.
Merci d’avance pour vos retours et vos conseils. Je tiens vraiment à éviter que la personne en question se retrouve bloqué au Vénézuéla a cause d’une histoire de carte bleue.
Bonne journée à tous.
Tout d’abord, j’ai bien conscience que la question a été posée plusieurs fois mais je veux vraiment faire les choses correctement et sans prendre de risque, c’est pour cette raison que j’aimerais des retours d’expériences:
J’aimerais acheter un billet d’avion du Venezuela vers l’Espagne pour quelqu’un vivant au Vénézuéla (de la nationalité de ce pays aussi). Visiblement, certaines compagnies réclament la carte bancaire ayant servi au paiement et autres formalités mais ce n’est pas toujours très clair car il y a des versions différentes.
Par exemple, j’ai appelé Turkish Airlines qui n’ont pas su me dire si le voyageur aurait besoin de la carte bancaire ou non... Ils m’ont dit « ça dépend de ce qui est inscrit sur le billet » (véridique).
J’ai lu que si l’on passait par une agence de voyage ou via un site de type GoVoyages (etc...), il n’y aurait pas de problème. Qu’en pensez-vous? Quel est le plus « safe » pour mon cas de figure? Dans l’idéal, j’aimerais éviter de passer par une agence de voyage. J’ai tenté d’appeler AirFrance aussi mais les événements récents liés au COVID font qu’il est difficile de les joindre (je n’ai donc eu personne).
Voyageant souvent, il est vrai qu’on ne m’a jamais demandé une seule fois la carte bancaire ayant servi au paiement (parfois c’est pourtant ma société qui payait les billets) donc je m’étonne un peu de cette formalité.
Merci d’avance pour vos retours et vos conseils. Je tiens vraiment à éviter que la personne en question se retrouve bloqué au Vénézuéla a cause d’une histoire de carte bleue.
Bonne journée à tous.
Trouver un billet d'avion du jour pour le lendemain et improviser English translation pending
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
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
Remboursement du ferry Kiel-Oslo annulé English translation pending
nous devions faire la traversée Kiel vers Oslo en ferry, le 26 juin, pour un coût important (950€). La compagnie a annulé le ferry pour cause Covid.
au début elle nous a dit que nous aurions un avoir. et non, on ne voit rien venir.
ce qui est scandaleux, c'est qu'elle nous impose maintenant :
- soit d'annuler le voyage purement et simplement, et on n'a droit à rien comme dédommagement
- soit de reporter le voyage à plus tard, mais là c'est succulent : nous devons payer 104 € de frais de modification, en plus des 950 déjà encaissés.
- et je dois répondre sous 7h sinon la proposition est annulée.
donc je me vois être obligé de payer 100€ pour ne pas en perdre 900 ! c'est proprement du racket. aferry est une agence quasi incontournable pour réserver en ligne, et il n'y a guère de concurrence. et, cerise sur le gâteau, il n'existe aucun moyen de s'adresser à eux : ni téléphone, ni messagerie, ni adresse postale. avez-vous eu ce genre de mésaventure ?
donc je me vois être obligé de payer 100€ pour ne pas en perdre 900 ! c'est proprement du racket. aferry est une agence quasi incontournable pour réserver en ligne, et il n'y a guère de concurrence. et, cerise sur le gâteau, il n'existe aucun moyen de s'adresser à eux : ni téléphone, ni messagerie, ni adresse postale. avez-vous eu ce genre de mésaventure ?
Demande de remboursement pour une traversée Danemark-Islande prévue en mai English translation pending
Bonjour
J'ai une réservation pour mon véhicule et moi même pour le mois de mai sur la ligne de ferry smyrilline ( danemark/islande ). Le voyage est compromis à cause du covid. J'aimerais annuler et me faire rembourser.Est ce que quelqu'un a été dans cette situation en mars ou avril et comment s'est passé le remboursement avec Smyrilline ?
Merci de vos conseils.
Avis sur croisière MSC Splendida non remboursée English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
J'espère que vous allez bien malgré ces temps compliqués.
Je vous explique notre situation.
Nous devions partir pour une croisière avec MSC Splendida le 12 mars au départ de Dubaï, retour le 29 mars à Gênes (Italie).
Etant donné la situation avant le départ, nous avons jugé qu'il était préférable de ne pas prendre de risques inutiles et donc de ne pas effectuer la croisière. (nous avons bien fait!)
MSC n'a pas jugé utile d'annuler la croisière (sûrement pour des raisons économiques), cependant tout ce qui fait l'attrait d'une croisière n'a pas été respecté.
Toutes les escales ont été annulées, les gens ont été confinés sur le bateau tout le long, sans excursion possible et le bateau a débarqué 5 jours avant la fin du voyage initialement prévue. (Nous avons des preuves et le compte rendu du voyage).
MSC refuse catégoriquement de nous rembourser quoi que ce soit, jugeant que la croisière a été effectuée.
Nous cherchons donc des gens qui comme nous n'ont pas effectué le voyage et avec qui nous pourrions nous "retourner" contre MSC pour obtenir un avoir/dédommagement.
Nous avons contacté "Que Choisir" afin d'expliquer notre situation et ils nous ont conseillé d'essayer de trouver des gens dans notre cas avec qui nous pourrions faire une requête commune et avoir plus de poids face à la compagnie.
Merci d'avoir de votre aide, à très vite pour un retour j'espère !
English version:
Hi all
I hope you're okay despite these complicated times.
I'll explain you our situation.
We were suppose to depart for a cruise with MSC Splendida on March 12 from Dubai, returning on March 29 to Genoa (Italy).
Given the situation before departure, we felt it was best not to take unnecessary risks and therefore not to make the cruise. (we did well not going!)
MSC did not find it useful to cancel the cruise (probably for economic reasons), however everything that makes a cruise attractive was not respected.
All stops were cancelled, people were confined to the boat all along, with no excursion possible and the boat disembarked 5 days before the end of the originally scheduled trip end date. (We have evidences and travel report).
MSC categorically refuses to refund anything, deeming that the cruise was carried out.
So we are looking for people who like us have not made the trip and with whom we could "turn" against MSC to get a compensation/worth.
We contacted "Que Choisir" to explain our situation and they advised us to try to find people in our case with whom we could make a joint request and have more weight against the company.
Thank you for your help, hoping for a positive response !
Retour d'Israël et renseignements transports English translation pending
Bonjour
Juste quelques renseignements .
J' ai passé 5 jours à Jérusalem et 2 à Tel aviv , j' ai du annuler Bethléem car les choses commençaient " à sentir mauvais " a cause du coronavirus et pas envie de se faire bloquer en Palestine .
Très facile de rejoindre cependant Bethléem en bus depuis la porte de Damas .
Le samedi et le vendredi après midi pour rallier l' aéroport Ben Gourion depuis Jérusalem, demandez à votre hôte de commander un taxi collectif ( seule possibilité ).
Les autres jours , très facile , soit le bus au départ du terminal , soit le train .
Nous avons logé à Jérusalem au couvent Ecce Homo , dans la via Dolorosa , genial avec un tres bon rapport qualité prix et des repas excellents.
Cependant l' intérêt était surtout d' être logé dans la vieille ville , à 2 pas de tous les cites.
Pour circuler en ville, tramway très pratique .
A Tel Aviv , nous avons séjourné sur Disengoff street , c' était également très pratique, près des plages , dans un quartier animé.
Le bus 5 qui passe dans la rue vous mène au terminal central des bus , de là, pour l' aéroport 2 solutions ( hors schabat ) soit un autre bus , soit le train pour 30 shekels.
La gare ferroviaire est à 5 mns à pied du terminal central des bus . Le prix du taxi pour l' aéroport est de 150 shekels .
C' est un pays où J' ai trouvé très facile de voyager avec bus , trains .
Mise à jour Esta: est-ce suite aux mesures prises envers les Européen? English translation pending
Bonjour à tous
J’ai reçu le mail ci dessous de la part du cap.gov/esta :
There has been an update to your ESTA Travel Authorization Status submitted on June 01, 2019. Please visit https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta to check your application.
ESTA Program Office
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta www.cbp.gov/esta
E-mail Security: If you are concerned about clicking the above link, ESTA can be accessed by typing https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov in the address bar of your browser.
Suis-je la seule ou est ce que tout ceux qui on un Esta en cours l’on reçu ? Merci pour vos réponses
J’ai reçu le mail ci dessous de la part du cap.gov/esta :
There has been an update to your ESTA Travel Authorization Status submitted on June 01, 2019. Please visit https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta to check your application.
ESTA Program Office
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta www.cbp.gov/esta
E-mail Security: If you are concerned about clicking the above link, ESTA can be accessed by typing https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov in the address bar of your browser.
Suis-je la seule ou est ce que tout ceux qui on un Esta en cours l’on reçu ? Merci pour vos réponses
Vol Manille-Paris via Singapour annulé English translation pending
Singapour Airlines annule tous ses vols a destination de l'Europe ou de puis l'Europe jusqu'en mai. Des amis ont leur vol ok de Manille a Singapour mais leur vol Singapour a Paris annule ! Tres pratique !
Hakone Free Pass (train) Tokyo (Shinjuku) - Hakone - Kyoto English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
je finalise la préparation de notre voyage avec mon conjoint au Japon fin Avril début Mai (si on peut partir !!) et j'ai une question concernant le Hakone free pass.
Nous comptions partir de Tokyo (Shinjuku) pour arriver de bonne heure à Hakone. L'objectif est d'y passer la journée et la nuit et de partir le lendemain matin pour Kyoto.
Avec le Hakone Free Pass, est-il possible de partir de Tokyo et de revenir à Kyoto ? Ou faut-il faire de la "gare" à "gare", du coup de partir de Tokyo et d'y revenir ?
Merci par avance pour votre aide précieuse (qui pourrait me faire changer mon planning :))
je finalise la préparation de notre voyage avec mon conjoint au Japon fin Avril début Mai (si on peut partir !!) et j'ai une question concernant le Hakone free pass.
Nous comptions partir de Tokyo (Shinjuku) pour arriver de bonne heure à Hakone. L'objectif est d'y passer la journée et la nuit et de partir le lendemain matin pour Kyoto.
Avec le Hakone Free Pass, est-il possible de partir de Tokyo et de revenir à Kyoto ? Ou faut-il faire de la "gare" à "gare", du coup de partir de Tokyo et d'y revenir ?
Merci par avance pour votre aide précieuse (qui pourrait me faire changer mon planning :))
PVT 30 ans ou visa pour l'Australie? English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
J'ai la nationalité belge avec un passeport européen, je suis actuellement intérimaire à Bruxelles dans un poste en finance, c'est complètement à l'opposé de mes passions... J'économise un peu histoire de pouvoir faire l'un des longs voyages que j'ai toujours voulu. Le Canada et l'Australie me tentent énormément sauf que j'aimerais tout de même commencer par voir les trésors de l'Australie.
Il n'y a rien qui me retient par ici même si j'ai de la famille, donc si j'ai une belle opportunité dans un très bon poste sous le soleil, alors ce serait merveilleux!
J'hésites donc entre un PVT ou un simple visa de 3 mois pour visiter l'Australie, en sachant que j'aurais 31 ans le 27 novembre, je sais qu'en Belgique les PVT sont jusqu'à 30 ans, mais est-ce que j'aurais tout de même la possibilité de faire la demande d'un PVT maintenant et de le déclencher plus tard en partant par exemple à l'âge de mes 31 ans ?
D'un côté j'ai peur de prendre le visa de 3 mois et de devoir rentrer en restant sur ma fin.. Et d'un autre côté, le travail avec le PVT ne me servira peut-être pas à grand chose puisque j'ai un master en management, et je ne voudrais en aucun cas aller travailler dans les fermes, l'horeca.. J'ai même plutôt l'envie de visiter autant que je peux (avec de bons plans sur la nourriture etc.). Ceci dit, si un très bon poste bien rémunéré m'est proposé, alors pourquoi pas, mais j'ai également cette peur de rentrer sans avoir vu grand chose et je sais que je suis quelqu'un qui pourrait s'en lasser facilement lorsque cela ne me plaît pas. Peut-être qu'ici c'est le temps qui me fait déprimer mais en tout cas, j'ai toujours la tête ailleurs.
Qu'en pensez-vous? j'ai besoin de prendre une décision maintenant.
Merci beaucoup d'avance!!
J'ai la nationalité belge avec un passeport européen, je suis actuellement intérimaire à Bruxelles dans un poste en finance, c'est complètement à l'opposé de mes passions... J'économise un peu histoire de pouvoir faire l'un des longs voyages que j'ai toujours voulu. Le Canada et l'Australie me tentent énormément sauf que j'aimerais tout de même commencer par voir les trésors de l'Australie.
Il n'y a rien qui me retient par ici même si j'ai de la famille, donc si j'ai une belle opportunité dans un très bon poste sous le soleil, alors ce serait merveilleux!
J'hésites donc entre un PVT ou un simple visa de 3 mois pour visiter l'Australie, en sachant que j'aurais 31 ans le 27 novembre, je sais qu'en Belgique les PVT sont jusqu'à 30 ans, mais est-ce que j'aurais tout de même la possibilité de faire la demande d'un PVT maintenant et de le déclencher plus tard en partant par exemple à l'âge de mes 31 ans ?
D'un côté j'ai peur de prendre le visa de 3 mois et de devoir rentrer en restant sur ma fin.. Et d'un autre côté, le travail avec le PVT ne me servira peut-être pas à grand chose puisque j'ai un master en management, et je ne voudrais en aucun cas aller travailler dans les fermes, l'horeca.. J'ai même plutôt l'envie de visiter autant que je peux (avec de bons plans sur la nourriture etc.). Ceci dit, si un très bon poste bien rémunéré m'est proposé, alors pourquoi pas, mais j'ai également cette peur de rentrer sans avoir vu grand chose et je sais que je suis quelqu'un qui pourrait s'en lasser facilement lorsque cela ne me plaît pas. Peut-être qu'ici c'est le temps qui me fait déprimer mais en tout cas, j'ai toujours la tête ailleurs.
Qu'en pensez-vous? j'ai besoin de prendre une décision maintenant.
Merci beaucoup d'avance!!
Sécurité pour un voyage en Israël (Tel-Aviv, Jérusalem, Nazareth...) English translation pending
Bonjour à tous
C'est une première pour moi de discuter sur un forum 🤗
Nous souhaiterions mon mari et moi-même partir 15 jours en mai prochain en Israël (tel aviv Jérusalem Nazareth etc....) Nous avons plus ou moins choisi nos lieux de visite mais je cherche, en vain, des réponses sur la sécurité dans ce pays avant de réserver nos billets.
Alors avez vous des recommandations ? J'ai essayé de contacter l'ambassade de France en Israël impossible de les joindre et à mes mails je n'ai eu aucune réponse...
Merci à ceux qui pourront nous aider
Qui pour l'Algérie à vélo cette année? English translation pending
Salut,
Alors voilà, tout est dans le titre 😉
Temps en mars pour visiter New York City (météo) English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je souhaite savoir si mars est la bonne saison pour visiter NYC ?
Geoffroy
Je souhaite savoir si mars est la bonne saison pour visiter NYC ?
Geoffroy
Transport de vélos dans le bateau MS Lofoten (Express côtier Hurtigruten) English translation pending
Bonjour,
Nous programmons avec ma femme un voyage en cyclotourisme en Norvège durant l'été 2020 (Nordkapp -> Kristiansand par la côte).
Pour l'aller, nous devrions faire le trajet Tromso -> Honningsvag avec l'express côtier. Le bateau programmé sur le jour nous intéressant est le "MS Lofoten" et je vous sollicite afin de savoir si ce navire accepte les vélos (il n'a pas de pont pour les voitures). J'ai écrit à la compagnie pour avoir des précisions mais... pas de réponse jusqu'à présent.
Merci par avance de votre aide à venir et bonne journée 🙂
François
Nous programmons avec ma femme un voyage en cyclotourisme en Norvège durant l'été 2020 (Nordkapp -> Kristiansand par la côte).
Pour l'aller, nous devrions faire le trajet Tromso -> Honningsvag avec l'express côtier. Le bateau programmé sur le jour nous intéressant est le "MS Lofoten" et je vous sollicite afin de savoir si ce navire accepte les vélos (il n'a pas de pont pour les voitures). J'ai écrit à la compagnie pour avoir des précisions mais... pas de réponse jusqu'à présent.
Merci par avance de votre aide à venir et bonne journée 🙂
François