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Circuit sur deux semaines à Bali English translation pending
encore moi mais je pose un max de q° car j ai plus confiance en vous voyageurs qu en les guides...
quel circuit me proposez vous de faire pour 2 semaines sachant que je vais aller a lombok ? commencer par le sud et les plages (lesquelles d ailleurs ? il y en a tellement ??) ou monter direct a ubud (sachant que j arrive a 13h) et attaquer les terres ?
dois je faire faire mon visa sur place ou en france ? y a t il une difference de prix ?
merci !!!
quel circuit me proposez vous de faire pour 2 semaines sachant que je vais aller a lombok ? commencer par le sud et les plages (lesquelles d ailleurs ? il y en a tellement ??) ou monter direct a ubud (sachant que j arrive a 13h) et attaquer les terres ?
dois je faire faire mon visa sur place ou en france ? y a t il une difference de prix ?
merci !!!
Conseils sur 3 semaines à vélo à Cuba English translation pending
Hello
Nous envisageons (moi, ma femme et nos deux petits hommes) de partir à Cuba en été 2005 pour une visite à vélo de trois semaines. Avant cela ce sera les Lofoten (juin 2004). Toutes infos seront les bienvenues; nous en sommes aux tout début de l'organisation. Merci d'avance
SR
Nous envisageons (moi, ma femme et nos deux petits hommes) de partir à Cuba en été 2005 pour une visite à vélo de trois semaines. Avant cela ce sera les Lofoten (juin 2004). Toutes infos seront les bienvenues; nous en sommes aux tout début de l'organisation. Merci d'avance
SR
Logement et job sur Londres? English translation pending
😎 salut à tous !
😠 nous en avons marr de galérer en france 😠 nous allons péter 1 ou 2 cable si c'est pas plus 🤪🤪🤪...
😇 alors avec une amie nous voulons partir le plus tôt possible en angleterre vers londres ou sa banlieu 😇
😕mais pour cela il nous faut de l'AIDE (logement, taf, bref des bon plan) 😏
😊 pouvez vous nous aider SVP 😊
MERCI à tous 😄
😉 A BIENTOT 😉
😠 nous en avons marr de galérer en france 😠 nous allons péter 1 ou 2 cable si c'est pas plus 🤪🤪🤪...
😇 alors avec une amie nous voulons partir le plus tôt possible en angleterre vers londres ou sa banlieu 😇
😕mais pour cela il nous faut de l'AIDE (logement, taf, bref des bon plan) 😏
😊 pouvez vous nous aider SVP 😊
MERCI à tous 😄
😉 A BIENTOT 😉
Cherche centre de documentation sur l'humanitaire à Montréal English translation pending
Bonjour, depuis maintenent plusieurs années, je songe à partir quelques mois à l'étranger, n'importe où dans le fond, pour offrir mon aide, soit dans le domaine médical, ou dans l'enseignement, ou tout simplement, où mon aide sera appréciée.
Quelqu'un saurait-il où je peux trouver de l'information à Montréal, ou sur la rive-sud, pour partir dans ce genre d'aventure???
Merci
Fred
Quelqu'un saurait-il où je peux trouver de l'information à Montréal, ou sur la rive-sud, pour partir dans ce genre d'aventure???
Merci
Fred
Où acheter un van pour traverser l'Amérique du Sud? English translation pending
😇 nous préparons une traversé de l'am sud à partir du Mexic en Van ou gros véhicule pour SEPT 04.
Ou faut il acheter le véhicule au sud des Usa ou Mexic (ou ailleurs?)
Qui peut me renseigner sur ce type d'experience.
AINSI QUE POUR LA REVENTE DU Véhicule? Merci par avance.
Thierry
Ou faut il acheter le véhicule au sud des Usa ou Mexic (ou ailleurs?)
Qui peut me renseigner sur ce type d'experience.
AINSI QUE POUR LA REVENTE DU Véhicule? Merci par avance.
Thierry
Bons plans billet sur l'Inde? English translation pending
Bonjour à ts,
Je pars en inde pour 2 mois environ courant décembre - janvier; itinéraire non défini, en fait, (nord ou sud, est ou ...?) j'ai décidé que ca dépendra de ma porte d'entrée.... qq'un connait il les bons plans actuels en billet d'avion avec un open sur 3 mois ?
J"ai pas encore résolu le pb du tel local; vais partir avec un nokia et compte acheter sur place une carte prepayée, c'est bon ou faut mieux prévoir avt le départ, genre carteinternationnale prepayée; idem pour Adaptateur chargeur de prises, (tel photo ...) est ce vraiment nécessaire?
Merci d'avance de vos réponses et ttes suggestions, offre, bout de chemin ensemble ou autres étant par ailleurs bienvenues;
Jean-marie
PS : au hasard de ce forum, j'ai vu une citation que je reprends volontiers à mon compte
"je vais ou mes pas me poussent; j'espère que mes pieds sont plus intelligents que moi" Titus
Je pars en inde pour 2 mois environ courant décembre - janvier; itinéraire non défini, en fait, (nord ou sud, est ou ...?) j'ai décidé que ca dépendra de ma porte d'entrée.... qq'un connait il les bons plans actuels en billet d'avion avec un open sur 3 mois ?
J"ai pas encore résolu le pb du tel local; vais partir avec un nokia et compte acheter sur place une carte prepayée, c'est bon ou faut mieux prévoir avt le départ, genre carteinternationnale prepayée; idem pour Adaptateur chargeur de prises, (tel photo ...) est ce vraiment nécessaire?
Merci d'avance de vos réponses et ttes suggestions, offre, bout de chemin ensemble ou autres étant par ailleurs bienvenues;
Jean-marie
PS : au hasard de ce forum, j'ai vu une citation que je reprends volontiers à mon compte
"je vais ou mes pas me poussent; j'espère que mes pieds sont plus intelligents que moi" Titus
Infos sur logement à Nouméa en Nouvelle-Calédonie English translation pending
Salut la compagnie, encore un!!
je viens de m'inscrire, je suis élève infirmier, je parts a nouméa de juin a aout, je recherche des infos sur le logement et j'espère de nouveaux amis qui partent la-bas ou des compagons de voyage..
voila si ça vous intéresse..😊 contactez moi!!!
Coté atlantique ou Coté Caraïbes? English translation pending
bonjour à tous,
je souhaite partir en rep. dominicaine en novembre et je me demande de quel coté (océan ou mer) il vaut mieux aller ?
Si vous avez des hotels super ou d'autres a eviter !!!
merci pour vos infos 😉
je souhaite partir en rep. dominicaine en novembre et je me demande de quel coté (océan ou mer) il vaut mieux aller ?
Si vous avez des hotels super ou d'autres a eviter !!!
merci pour vos infos 😉
Où trouver un job en Australie? English translation pending
Bonjour a tous!😉
Je souhaiterai partir en Australie de janvier a juillet 2004 mon projet n'es pas encore défini et je ne sais pas trop vers quelle ville m'orienter... on m'a dit qu'a Brisbane il pleuvait tt le temps... ??? vrai ou faux??? 🤪 Je cherche une ville dynamique et ou il est possible de trouver un job (meme si aparament c mission impossible la bas...) si vous avez des infos sur les coins sympa ou sur les possibilité d'emploi ou meme si vous voulez faire un bou de route avec moi... contactez moi!
Je souhaiterai partir en Australie de janvier a juillet 2004 mon projet n'es pas encore défini et je ne sais pas trop vers quelle ville m'orienter... on m'a dit qu'a Brisbane il pleuvait tt le temps... ??? vrai ou faux??? 🤪 Je cherche une ville dynamique et ou il est possible de trouver un job (meme si aparament c mission impossible la bas...) si vous avez des infos sur les coins sympa ou sur les possibilité d'emploi ou meme si vous voulez faire un bou de route avec moi... contactez moi!
Air France or KM Malta? Reviews?
Hi there,
I’d like to fly to Malta from Lyon. I’ve read a lot of negative reviews about KM MALTA, especially regarding baggage fees at the airport. Of course, I don’t want to book through third parties (like SkyScanner, Opodo…). AIR FRANCE offers tickets to MALTA in partnership, if I understood correctly. On AIR FRANCE, the tickets include everything (checked baggage, cabin bag, small personal item, seat), whereas with KM MALTA, everything is extra and the final price is almost double! In this case, is AIR FRANCE considered the same as sites like Opodo or others? Given the price difference, I’m hesitant… Have any of you booked with AIR FRANCE for this destination? How did it go? Thanks, HERVE
I’d like to fly to Malta from Lyon. I’ve read a lot of negative reviews about KM MALTA, especially regarding baggage fees at the airport. Of course, I don’t want to book through third parties (like SkyScanner, Opodo…). AIR FRANCE offers tickets to MALTA in partnership, if I understood correctly. On AIR FRANCE, the tickets include everything (checked baggage, cabin bag, small personal item, seat), whereas with KM MALTA, everything is extra and the final price is almost double! In this case, is AIR FRANCE considered the same as sites like Opodo or others? Given the price difference, I’m hesitant… Have any of you booked with AIR FRANCE for this destination? How did it go? Thanks, HERVE
Sumatra: Stay on Lake Toba
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Question about name matching between flight ticket and passport
Hi there,
We're leaving for Albania on June 18th. When I validated the flight tickets with Wizz Air on Booking, I only put my son's first name but forgot to include his other three first names on the ticket. On the passport: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAMES: toto titi tutu tata On the flight ticket: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAME: toto I can't seem to reach anyone at Wizz Air to get an answer. Booking and Wizz Air's chat say I need to modify it, but ChatGPT says it should be fine. I wanted to know if he can fly like this or if I need to change his ticket? (It costs 140 €, I know I shouldn't have made a mistake🙁)
Thanks for your feedback.
We're leaving for Albania on June 18th. When I validated the flight tickets with Wizz Air on Booking, I only put my son's first name but forgot to include his other three first names on the ticket. On the passport: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAMES: toto titi tutu tata On the flight ticket: SURNAME: Dupont, FIRST NAME: toto I can't seem to reach anyone at Wizz Air to get an answer. Booking and Wizz Air's chat say I need to modify it, but ChatGPT says it should be fine. I wanted to know if he can fly like this or if I need to change his ticket? (It costs 140 €, I know I shouldn't have made a mistake🙁)
Thanks for your feedback.
Motorcycle rental on Ecuador's Pacific coast
Hi!
I want to rent an off-road style motorcycle to get around the coast during my trip to Ecuador. I’m only finding options in Quito. Do you have any suggestions for me?
Thanks!
I want to rent an off-road style motorcycle to get around the coast during my trip to Ecuador. I’m only finding options in Quito. Do you have any suggestions for me?
Thanks!
Storm in the Canary Islands
15 days across Gran Canaria, El Hierro, and a dash of Tenerife under the storm Thérèse!
The planned itinerary will be slightly disrupted...
(The version without discussions is here)
The planned itinerary will be slightly disrupted...
(The version without discussions is here)
Is any forum member in Gokarna, Karnataka?
Just arrived in southern Gokarna, India—I know the area well if any forum members are there or about to head that way.
Maybe a meet-up to share tips, swap stories, or just have a good time talking about India? Leaving on 21/2/26.
Namaste 😊🇮🇳🇮🇳🙏
Bank card or cash for Nosy Be?
I'm heading to Nosy Be (Madagascar) this coming October. This is my very first visit to this part of the Indian Ocean. I'd like to know if it's better to bring my bank card and withdraw cash from ATMs there, or if it would be preferable to bring cash in euros or dollars and exchange it for the local currency upon arrival.
Thanks!
/D
Finding camping gear near Denver or Yellowstone
Hi,
I’m heading out soon to visit Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Olympic NP, which means I’ll be camping—a topic I’m totally new to.
For me, just the camping part feels like a big adventure, even a challenge.
I was wondering if it’s easy to find camping gear in Denver or along the way to Grand Teton, especially at Walmart, or if it’d be smarter to buy everything in France? Are there other stores where I can pick up the essentials if Walmart isn’t an option?
I was wondering if it’s easy to find camping gear in Denver or along the way to Grand Teton, especially at Walmart, or if it’d be smarter to buy everything in France? Are there other stores where I can pick up the essentials if Walmart isn’t an option?
Solo trip to Kenya: questions about lodges and safaris
Hi everyone!
I’m planning to go to Kenya next year for a safari trip across a few parks. I’ll be traveling solo!
I’m having trouble understanding how lodges and safaris work! My first questions are:
1-Do I need to find an agency that handles lodges and safaris? Or 2-Should I book lodges through Expedia or similar and then reserve activities (safaris or others) that these lodges offer?
This will help me figure out how to organize everything and whether I should focus on an agency or the lodges themselves.
Thanks!
I’m planning to go to Kenya next year for a safari trip across a few parks. I’ll be traveling solo!
I’m having trouble understanding how lodges and safaris work! My first questions are:
1-Do I need to find an agency that handles lodges and safaris? Or 2-Should I book lodges through Expedia or similar and then reserve activities (safaris or others) that these lodges offer?
This will help me figure out how to organize everything and whether I should focus on an agency or the lodges themselves.
Thanks!
Hotel recommendations for the Andaman Islands
Hi,
I’ve booked tickets to Phuket to stay in the Andaman Islands (Ko Phi Phi, Ko Lanta Yai Noi, etc.).
I’m really struggling to book our hotels because the reviews are so bad.
We’re looking for mid-range to upscale hotels.
Any tips or recommendations would be super welcome!!! Thank youuuu
Feedback on 2-week road-trip itinerary in Nova Scotia
Hi there,
Our son is in Canada for a year on a Working Holiday Visa, and we’re planning to join him around September 20th for a 15-day campervan road trip in Nova Scotia.
I was thinking of going with Canadream, but if you have other rental companies to recommend, don’t hesitate!
Here’s the itinerary I’ve been considering—I tried not to cram in too many stops so we’re not just driving the whole time.
Day 1: Pick up campervan in Halifax at 3 PM. Stop at Peggy’s Cove, then drive to Lunenburg and Blue Rocks (151 km) Day 2: Explore Lunenburg, then head to Kejimkujik National Park for hikes or other activities. Overnight in the park (91 km) Day 3: Drive to Annapolis Royal (visit), Port-Royal National Historic Site, then on to Digby (111 km) Day 4: Ferry to Saint John (visit Reversing Falls), then drive to St. Andrews (103 km) Day 5: Whale-watching excursion and explore St. Andrews Day 6: Drive to Alma and Fundy National Park (233 km—we’ll probably leave St. Andrews the night before to split the drive and arrive earlier in Alma) Day 7: Hopewell Rocks (check tides) (43 km) Day 8: Hopewell Rocks—Tatamagouche (dinner train)—Pictou (237 km). Any suggestions for this day? Day 9: Drive to Baddeck, Cabot Trail to Chéticamp (317 km). Ideas for breaking up the drive? I thought of Pomquet Beach Provincial Park for a walk on the boardwalks, but any other suggestions are welcome. Day 10–11: Cape Breton Highlands National Park for hikes and Cabot Trail to Baddeck (208 km) Day 12: Explore Baddeck, Graham Bell Museum, and Bras d’Or Lake Drive. Drive to Louisbourg (118 km) Day 13: Fortress of Louisbourg, then drive to Liscomb (302 km) Day 14: Drive back to Halifax via Lawrencetown Beach (or other suggestions?). Fisherman’s Cove (205 km) Day 15: Return campervan by 10 AM
- All suggestions are welcome, as long as they don’t add too much detour from the main stops. We’d rather skip some places to fully enjoy the ones we visit. We love hiking in beautiful landscapes, charming and lively towns or villages, etc. - I wanted to add a museum dedicated to Acadian culture, but I didn’t find anything along the route—or they’re closed this time of year. Maybe there are places to listen to folk music? - If you have any campgrounds or wild camping spots to recommend, I’d love to hear about them. - Do we need to book the ferry this time of year?
Thanks in advance for your ideas and suggestions!
Claire
Day 1: Pick up campervan in Halifax at 3 PM. Stop at Peggy’s Cove, then drive to Lunenburg and Blue Rocks (151 km) Day 2: Explore Lunenburg, then head to Kejimkujik National Park for hikes or other activities. Overnight in the park (91 km) Day 3: Drive to Annapolis Royal (visit), Port-Royal National Historic Site, then on to Digby (111 km) Day 4: Ferry to Saint John (visit Reversing Falls), then drive to St. Andrews (103 km) Day 5: Whale-watching excursion and explore St. Andrews Day 6: Drive to Alma and Fundy National Park (233 km—we’ll probably leave St. Andrews the night before to split the drive and arrive earlier in Alma) Day 7: Hopewell Rocks (check tides) (43 km) Day 8: Hopewell Rocks—Tatamagouche (dinner train)—Pictou (237 km). Any suggestions for this day? Day 9: Drive to Baddeck, Cabot Trail to Chéticamp (317 km). Ideas for breaking up the drive? I thought of Pomquet Beach Provincial Park for a walk on the boardwalks, but any other suggestions are welcome. Day 10–11: Cape Breton Highlands National Park for hikes and Cabot Trail to Baddeck (208 km) Day 12: Explore Baddeck, Graham Bell Museum, and Bras d’Or Lake Drive. Drive to Louisbourg (118 km) Day 13: Fortress of Louisbourg, then drive to Liscomb (302 km) Day 14: Drive back to Halifax via Lawrencetown Beach (or other suggestions?). Fisherman’s Cove (205 km) Day 15: Return campervan by 10 AM
- All suggestions are welcome, as long as they don’t add too much detour from the main stops. We’d rather skip some places to fully enjoy the ones we visit. We love hiking in beautiful landscapes, charming and lively towns or villages, etc. - I wanted to add a museum dedicated to Acadian culture, but I didn’t find anything along the route—or they’re closed this time of year. Maybe there are places to listen to folk music? - If you have any campgrounds or wild camping spots to recommend, I’d love to hear about them. - Do we need to book the ferry this time of year?
Thanks in advance for your ideas and suggestions!
Claire
Phongsaly or Luang Namtha for an authentic trek with a child?
Hello, We’re heading to Laos in December 2025, and we want to do a multi-day trek—maybe even a week—to really take our time and make stops in villages since we’ll have our 3-year-old daughter with us.
We’re torn between the Luang Namtha region or Phongsaly for our big trek. We’re looking for the least touristy spot possible, we love mountains, so we’d like an area with varied landscapes, including rice paddies, and a chance to really connect with local ethnic groups. We’re after authenticity and only want to stay with locals. Which of the two should we prioritize? Any advice would be welcome to help us decide—it’s tough when you don’t know the area! Maybe there are other spots in the north worth considering for a beautiful week-long trek.
Thanks, fellow travelers
We’re torn between the Luang Namtha region or Phongsaly for our big trek. We’re looking for the least touristy spot possible, we love mountains, so we’d like an area with varied landscapes, including rice paddies, and a chance to really connect with local ethnic groups. We’re after authenticity and only want to stay with locals. Which of the two should we prioritize? Any advice would be welcome to help us decide—it’s tough when you don’t know the area! Maybe there are other spots in the north worth considering for a beautiful week-long trek.
Thanks, fellow travelers
On the Derisive Thread (Episode 1)
Dear members of this forum,
*With the pandemic, travel guides were replaced by cookbooks. With lockdown, there’s no need for the *Guía del Trotamundos*—the cookbook is gospel, and your daily life turns into a *Spaghetti Western*. It’s no longer about good and bad actors but good and bad fats. And for a few extra pinches of salt. To the tune of Ennio Morricone, it’s hard to diagnose pastalogy—sorry, the pathology—you’re suffering from. Italy, now confined, and pasta—no more aimless gondola rides on Venice’s canals or *Dolce Vita* weekends in Rome. The beauty of the soul blends with minestrone preparation.
*With the pandemic, Professor Didier Raoult became the new Christ-like figure; like the Indira Gandhi of medicine, like Moses showing the way to the people across the Dead Sea, for tormented souls, the value of a medical prescription doesn’t wait for the years to pass. And plexiglass reigned over the world.
*With the pandemic and gender theory, in particular, pushing us to become androgynous, hermaphroditic beings—*patatras*—the Colossi of Rhodes we are waver because of a tiny nuisance.
*Phew, the pandemic has receded... but watch out for a new swine flu pandemic, because on this forum, it’ll be followed by long-winded rants. Political/historical revisionism with such a pandemic—Fidel Castro wouldn’t have been able to invade the *Bahía de los Cochinos*. And that’s where his comrade Ernesto *Che* Guevara becomes a perfect scam. A fierce opponent of capitalist ideology, yet many clothing sellers got rich selling T-shirts with his face on them.
*Neutrality and the Helvetic underground. Last summer, I found myself passing the *Chalet Gaillard* deep in the *Forêt du Risoux* in the Jura, then crossing the border into the Canton of Vaud on foot. My disappointment was great: no sign indicating we were in neutral territory. And what kind of neutrality are we talking about? Since neutrality is an abstract concept. It’s like those visitors eager to see Calais who, spotting the sign for the *Pas-de-Calais* department, turn around on the road.
*There’s always a traveler quick to recommend a local guide. I know an excellent guide named Michel who lives in Cairo—Michel of Cairo. He has a truck and takes you to see the pharaoh’s ruins by truck. Still, be careful—good guides aren’t that common, because there are only eight Cairenes.
*The mix between large mammals and humans. Or how infantilism rules the world. The ultimate quest for happiness is petting rhinos in Nepal—we’ll confirm if this kind of animal is visible on the streets of Sauraha, a town near Chitwan National Park. The downside of this animal? It takes up too much space as a pet—better to raise a Yorkshire terrier in your modest apartment.
*I’m tired of recurring topics like, *‘Do I have time for my connection at New York airport?’* Aren’t you? There’s the discussion about *Gare de Lyon Part-Dieu*—*Gare de Lyon Part-Dieu*, God bless you. In the name of the Father, the taxman, and the Holy Spirit, don’t miss your connection. *Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu*—apparently, a great French actor, Gérard de Part-Dieu, was born there. If you think you’ll miss your connection, just get rich and fly private. The working masses of the *lumpenproletariat*—they dare everything, that’s how you recognize them.
*Experts in non-events: learning that some members don’t like Spanish-speaking countries because, supposedly, the people are too loud. That’s it, I’m not going to China anymore—too many stairs on the Great Wall. So, too bad, I’m not going. It’s like two people crossing paths—one asks, *‘Going fishing?’* and the other says no. These experts are probably natives of Arles, because with people like that, it’s *l’Arlésienne*...
*The art of taking selfies at every turn. You’d think it’s an ancient practice, almost an anthropological ritual—everything suggests it dates back to prehistoric times. Back in the days of the Lascaux caves, instead of photographing the meal they were about to eat (it’s crazy how many food photos we see on this forum, especially in travel journals), prehistoric men and women could only make cave paintings. From there, it’s only a small step to conclude that cave art was nothing more than the menu served in caves that doubled as *Buffalo Grills* long before the chain existed. By the way, if you want to visit the caves, ask for a guide named Josiane. When it comes to parietal art skills, Josiane beats Lascaux... (Only the French on this forum will get that one.)
*Mythology of an object: the suitcase (a nod to Mr. Éric Libiot, whose columns I enjoy) An object that gets lost during a flight, especially during a transfer at an airport. And it’s stuffed to the brim with clothes and other useless items, like Mickey Mouse slippers. You’re in despair: when going through customs, the officers find those slightly risqué photos hidden in your laundry, taken at Cap d’Agde on a naturist beach. The suitcase is an object that makes noise when rolling because of its wheels—you’re quickly spotted.
*Hurry up and visit New York while you still can. Because of *Woke* ideology, more and more statues are being torn down, and the Statue of Liberty will likely meet the same fate. *Queer* culture isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
*The Dead Poets Society I admired the beautiful photos of Venice, and *click*—I check the new discussions when I come across one where Mr. J.M.B. offers money loans. This person probably works at the Ministry of Finance and risks loosening the purse strings of your wallets.
*Toward the independence of New Caledonia: will we call it *Nouvelle Nouvelle-Calédonie*? From what I know, Chinese authorities want to settle there and invest; apparently, they want to send (fake) tourists—facsimiles of real travelers. So, it’ll be hard to separate the wheat from the chaff (the *ivraie* tourists).
*There’s a topic about hitchhiking in Scotland: apparently, Scots are very welcoming people. I imagine arriving at Aberdeen Airport to a typical welcoming committee—men in kilts and a bagpiper playing. Just like arriving in Papeete, where you’re greeted with flower leis—*Aloha! (Jacta Est)*. To attract tourists, Scottish cities will end up installing whisky vending machines.
*Eskimo pies banned for sale because of *cancel culture*—you can’t go to Iqaluit anymore. Panicked, ice cream manufacturers had to revise their *packaging*—sorry for the anglicism. Because of *cancel culture*, we can no longer say *Eskimo* without it being pejorative. The identity of the Arctic people of the same name takes a hit—it’s crazy how *bien-pensance* wreaks havoc in our minds... We can’t even bite into a chocolate *Eskimo* pie anymore.
*Diplomatic tensions between France and Australia: and there goes the submarine sale project, canceled. Given that the cost of these machines is a fifth of Australia’s public finances budget, it’s tough to pay in didgeridoos and kangaroo skins.
Thanks for reading, and see you soon for more chronicles.
*With the pandemic, travel guides were replaced by cookbooks. With lockdown, there’s no need for the *Guía del Trotamundos*—the cookbook is gospel, and your daily life turns into a *Spaghetti Western*. It’s no longer about good and bad actors but good and bad fats. And for a few extra pinches of salt. To the tune of Ennio Morricone, it’s hard to diagnose pastalogy—sorry, the pathology—you’re suffering from. Italy, now confined, and pasta—no more aimless gondola rides on Venice’s canals or *Dolce Vita* weekends in Rome. The beauty of the soul blends with minestrone preparation.
*With the pandemic, Professor Didier Raoult became the new Christ-like figure; like the Indira Gandhi of medicine, like Moses showing the way to the people across the Dead Sea, for tormented souls, the value of a medical prescription doesn’t wait for the years to pass. And plexiglass reigned over the world.
*With the pandemic and gender theory, in particular, pushing us to become androgynous, hermaphroditic beings—*patatras*—the Colossi of Rhodes we are waver because of a tiny nuisance.
*Phew, the pandemic has receded... but watch out for a new swine flu pandemic, because on this forum, it’ll be followed by long-winded rants. Political/historical revisionism with such a pandemic—Fidel Castro wouldn’t have been able to invade the *Bahía de los Cochinos*. And that’s where his comrade Ernesto *Che* Guevara becomes a perfect scam. A fierce opponent of capitalist ideology, yet many clothing sellers got rich selling T-shirts with his face on them.
*Neutrality and the Helvetic underground. Last summer, I found myself passing the *Chalet Gaillard* deep in the *Forêt du Risoux* in the Jura, then crossing the border into the Canton of Vaud on foot. My disappointment was great: no sign indicating we were in neutral territory. And what kind of neutrality are we talking about? Since neutrality is an abstract concept. It’s like those visitors eager to see Calais who, spotting the sign for the *Pas-de-Calais* department, turn around on the road.
*There’s always a traveler quick to recommend a local guide. I know an excellent guide named Michel who lives in Cairo—Michel of Cairo. He has a truck and takes you to see the pharaoh’s ruins by truck. Still, be careful—good guides aren’t that common, because there are only eight Cairenes.
*The mix between large mammals and humans. Or how infantilism rules the world. The ultimate quest for happiness is petting rhinos in Nepal—we’ll confirm if this kind of animal is visible on the streets of Sauraha, a town near Chitwan National Park. The downside of this animal? It takes up too much space as a pet—better to raise a Yorkshire terrier in your modest apartment.
*I’m tired of recurring topics like, *‘Do I have time for my connection at New York airport?’* Aren’t you? There’s the discussion about *Gare de Lyon Part-Dieu*—*Gare de Lyon Part-Dieu*, God bless you. In the name of the Father, the taxman, and the Holy Spirit, don’t miss your connection. *Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu*—apparently, a great French actor, Gérard de Part-Dieu, was born there. If you think you’ll miss your connection, just get rich and fly private. The working masses of the *lumpenproletariat*—they dare everything, that’s how you recognize them.
*Experts in non-events: learning that some members don’t like Spanish-speaking countries because, supposedly, the people are too loud. That’s it, I’m not going to China anymore—too many stairs on the Great Wall. So, too bad, I’m not going. It’s like two people crossing paths—one asks, *‘Going fishing?’* and the other says no. These experts are probably natives of Arles, because with people like that, it’s *l’Arlésienne*...
*The art of taking selfies at every turn. You’d think it’s an ancient practice, almost an anthropological ritual—everything suggests it dates back to prehistoric times. Back in the days of the Lascaux caves, instead of photographing the meal they were about to eat (it’s crazy how many food photos we see on this forum, especially in travel journals), prehistoric men and women could only make cave paintings. From there, it’s only a small step to conclude that cave art was nothing more than the menu served in caves that doubled as *Buffalo Grills* long before the chain existed. By the way, if you want to visit the caves, ask for a guide named Josiane. When it comes to parietal art skills, Josiane beats Lascaux... (Only the French on this forum will get that one.)
*Mythology of an object: the suitcase (a nod to Mr. Éric Libiot, whose columns I enjoy) An object that gets lost during a flight, especially during a transfer at an airport. And it’s stuffed to the brim with clothes and other useless items, like Mickey Mouse slippers. You’re in despair: when going through customs, the officers find those slightly risqué photos hidden in your laundry, taken at Cap d’Agde on a naturist beach. The suitcase is an object that makes noise when rolling because of its wheels—you’re quickly spotted.
*Hurry up and visit New York while you still can. Because of *Woke* ideology, more and more statues are being torn down, and the Statue of Liberty will likely meet the same fate. *Queer* culture isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
*The Dead Poets Society I admired the beautiful photos of Venice, and *click*—I check the new discussions when I come across one where Mr. J.M.B. offers money loans. This person probably works at the Ministry of Finance and risks loosening the purse strings of your wallets.
*Toward the independence of New Caledonia: will we call it *Nouvelle Nouvelle-Calédonie*? From what I know, Chinese authorities want to settle there and invest; apparently, they want to send (fake) tourists—facsimiles of real travelers. So, it’ll be hard to separate the wheat from the chaff (the *ivraie* tourists).
*There’s a topic about hitchhiking in Scotland: apparently, Scots are very welcoming people. I imagine arriving at Aberdeen Airport to a typical welcoming committee—men in kilts and a bagpiper playing. Just like arriving in Papeete, where you’re greeted with flower leis—*Aloha! (Jacta Est)*. To attract tourists, Scottish cities will end up installing whisky vending machines.
*Eskimo pies banned for sale because of *cancel culture*—you can’t go to Iqaluit anymore. Panicked, ice cream manufacturers had to revise their *packaging*—sorry for the anglicism. Because of *cancel culture*, we can no longer say *Eskimo* without it being pejorative. The identity of the Arctic people of the same name takes a hit—it’s crazy how *bien-pensance* wreaks havoc in our minds... We can’t even bite into a chocolate *Eskimo* pie anymore.
*Diplomatic tensions between France and Australia: and there goes the submarine sale project, canceled. Given that the cost of these machines is a fifth of Australia’s public finances budget, it’s tough to pay in didgeridoos and kangaroo skins.
Thanks for reading, and see you soon for more chronicles.
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Undecided on the itinerary for a one-month summer road trip
Hi everyone,
We’re thinking of heading back to the US but we’re still debating the itinerary. We’d love to revisit New York, but after that...? We’ve already explored the East Coast without making it down to Florida. So we’re wondering if we should go there. New Orleans has been catching our eye, and Memphis with its blues-rock vibe is also really appealing. A road trip that would start on the East Coast and head inland/mid-country. Any suggestions?
Or... we’re even considering stretching all the way to the West Coast: - Passing through LA, which we’d ultimately skipped on our West Coast trip, but maybe it’s not the best time to go with all those wildfires that have devastated iconic spots... - Or heading north to Washington and/or Oregon states, or closer, Montana.
Anyway, I’d love to hear your thoughts on what kind of loop we could do in 4 weeks... Given that in 2023, we spent nearly 6 weeks in the West, covering San Francisco, Yosemite, Death Valley, Mammoth Lake, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Page and its surroundings, Arches, Canyonlands, Grand Teton, Yellowstone, Zion, Bryce, and Las Vegas.
On that note, I have to give a big shout-out to Thibaut, aka ITAT, for his time and invaluable advice in planning that West Coast trip. Since then, I’ve really enjoyed taking the time to share tips about places I’ve visited! Speaking of which, don’t hesitate to PM me for West Coast advice! Otherwise, I’ll be sharing a recap of that trip in a travel journal—currently in Word—that I’ll post on the forum later. For those interested, I also made a video montage (with clickable chapters in the description) of those 5 weeks here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx8d4ommhv4. Just a heads-up: the Bodie videos aren’t mine (my GoPro died), and the grass was completely green when we passed through, unlike in the video.
Looking forward to your suggestions! !
We’re thinking of heading back to the US but we’re still debating the itinerary. We’d love to revisit New York, but after that...? We’ve already explored the East Coast without making it down to Florida. So we’re wondering if we should go there. New Orleans has been catching our eye, and Memphis with its blues-rock vibe is also really appealing. A road trip that would start on the East Coast and head inland/mid-country. Any suggestions?
Or... we’re even considering stretching all the way to the West Coast: - Passing through LA, which we’d ultimately skipped on our West Coast trip, but maybe it’s not the best time to go with all those wildfires that have devastated iconic spots... - Or heading north to Washington and/or Oregon states, or closer, Montana.
Anyway, I’d love to hear your thoughts on what kind of loop we could do in 4 weeks... Given that in 2023, we spent nearly 6 weeks in the West, covering San Francisco, Yosemite, Death Valley, Mammoth Lake, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Page and its surroundings, Arches, Canyonlands, Grand Teton, Yellowstone, Zion, Bryce, and Las Vegas.
On that note, I have to give a big shout-out to Thibaut, aka ITAT, for his time and invaluable advice in planning that West Coast trip. Since then, I’ve really enjoyed taking the time to share tips about places I’ve visited! Speaking of which, don’t hesitate to PM me for West Coast advice! Otherwise, I’ll be sharing a recap of that trip in a travel journal—currently in Word—that I’ll post on the forum later. For those interested, I also made a video montage (with clickable chapters in the description) of those 5 weeks here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx8d4ommhv4. Just a heads-up: the Bodie videos aren’t mine (my GoPro died), and the grass was completely green when we passed through, unlike in the video.
Looking forward to your suggestions! !
Review of the Renaissance ship
Hi everyone,
In a month, I’ll be on the *Renaissance* with Compagnie Française de Croisières.
I’d just love to hear your thoughts on this ship—what you liked, what you liked less, etc.
Thanks to all of you!
Have a great day
The Carpathians, Budapest, or Krakow for a road trip
Hi there! This summer, we're planning a 2- to 3-week road trip in one of these countries!! But despite all the reviews we’ve read on the forum, we still can’t decide... It’s so hard to choose between the Carpathians, Budapest, and Krakow!!! Could you give us some advice based on what you know? Thanks, Karine and Christophe
Bus, navette ou taxi L'Hospitalet - Pas de la Casa (Andorre) English translation pending
Bonjour,
je souhaite me rendre au Pas de la Case. Je pars de Toulouse et j'arrive en train à la gare de l'Hospitalet. Savez vous s'il existe des bus, navettes ou taxis qui font la jonction ? Ce serait pour octobre prochain. Merci !🙂
Orthographe du nom sur l'AVE pour le Canada English translation pending
Bonjour,
Sur mon AVE
Est -ce grave si j n'ai pas mis de trema sur une lettre de mon nom ?
sur mon billet d'avion nom = DURAND NUYT passeport = DURAND N"UYT ( trema sur le u😊)
merci beaucoup
Sur mon AVE
Est -ce grave si j n'ai pas mis de trema sur une lettre de mon nom ?
sur mon billet d'avion nom = DURAND NUYT passeport = DURAND N"UYT ( trema sur le u😊)
merci beaucoup
Réflexion sur les ONG au Mali (et au Niger; NDLR) English translation pending
Des humanitaires tues lors d un safari.....
Quelle ironie, meme si j ai beaucoup de peine pour eux et leurs familles.
les reactions ne sont elles pas exacerbees parce qu ils etaient"benevoles" et non de stupides touristes a qui on avait dit de ne pas aller au Mali?
Apparemment, quand on est ONG, on peut faire n importe quoi, et on n est pas si benevoles que ca.
Engagez vous comme disait l autre.
Valerie
Où dois-je me procurer mes visas? English translation pending
Bonjour, j'ai toujours voyagé sans visa alors est-ce que quelqu'un peut répondre à ma question : Si je prévois un voyage de plusieurs mois, où dois-je me procurer les visas? Dois-je tous les avoir avant de sortir de mon pays d'origine ou je peux "acheter" un visa pour ma prochaine destination quand je suis dans le pays "du moment"? Suis-je "claire" ? Merci de m'éclairer!