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Bonjour à tous,

Je prends une demie année sabatique et je pars 2 mois et demie seule en Europe avec une pass Eurail illimitée. Mais à force de lire sur les endoits à visiter, je déborde d'idées. J'aurais besoin de petits conseils:

Quel itinéraire me suggérez-vous en sachant que je suis prof d'histoire donc maniaque d'histoire et de culture... laissons de côté le nightlife...

Est-ce facile de trouver une auberge de jeunesse en sortant du train, y a-t-il des informations touristiques à chaque gare importante?

Y a-t-il souvent des suppléments à payer pour le train?

Finalement, quel budget dois-je prévoir???

Merci

Pepsi

Bonjour!

Je suis québécoise et je désirerais avoir des informations. Avec 2 amis, nous voudrions visiter les plus grandes villes d'Europe tels que Paris, Bruxelles, Berlin, Munich, Bern, Vienne, Rome, ... Nous aimerions savoir quels sont les meilleurs moyens de faire se voyage (a pied, en train, ...) et quels sont les endroits ou nous pouvons passer la nuit (auberge de jeunesse, hotel, ...). Nous n'avons jamais été en Europe donc nous ne savons pas quelles sont les ressources disponibles. Nous pensons faire notre voyage dans 2 ans. Il serait d'une durée de 1 mois, peut-être plus si nécessaire.

Donc, si quelqu'un possède ces informations, ou qui par son expérience personnelle peut nous aider, écrivez-moi !!

Merci d'avances!

salut je m'appelle julia et j'ai 22 ans.je ne suis pas partie souvent en voyage (2 fois exactement) mais j'aimerai partir en asie bientôt.je ne connais pas du tout ce continent.donc des milliers de questions viennent à moi:où partir? combien de temps? faut-il un gros budget? faut-il parler un anglais parfait?etc...j'aimerai ne pas partir trop longtemps cette fois-ci, quitte à remettre ça ou à prolonger le moment venu.je voudrais visiter des monuments, voir des paysages peut-être un peu de rando) et rencontrer des gens de là-bas...en gros ne pas rester dans un hôtel à bouffer des pizzas.je dois avouer que la peur de la solitude me donne envie de partir avec quelqu'un. là je suis à barcelone depuis octobre et j'ai pas rencontré grand monde, en tout cas pas de gens qui me correspondent.peut-être est-ce la ville?j'ai envie d'aller dans un pays "plus vrai". barcelone me paraît quand-même assez superficielle et artificielle. j'attends vos suggestions avec enthousiasme!

salut,

juste un petit mot pour vous faire part de mon voyage fabuleux hier à la géode, le film s'appelle "STOMP" c'est une troupe des états -unis qui percussionnent avec tout ce qu'ils trouvent, c'est génial et là ils font un voyage dans le monde, on peut voir pleins de percussions différentes, l'écran de la géode contribue à l'ampleur rythmique du film on n'a pas envie que cela s'arrête, et puis après j'ai vu l'Inde royaume du tigre différent!!! c'est 11 euros les 2 films, tarifs préférentiels pour étudiants et chomeurs, alors si vous y allez bon voyage!!!

Bonjour à tous !!!!!!!

Je suis en train de préparer un petit periple dans les pays ci-dessus.

Je sais, c'est la honte, je suis française et je ne connais pas le sud de la France... Mais cette année j'y vais!!!!

Je compte partir avec un ami en "road trip" avec ma ptite 205. Je sais, ce n'est peut-etre pas la meilleure solution, mais je pense que c'est ce qui nous permettra d'etre le plus mobile? Je serai interessee d'avoir des commentaires là-dessus si vous avez deja fait un genre de voyage similaire...

Aussi, si vous pouviez me recommander des coins à ne pas manquer pour le sud de la France, ce serait adorable! Je pense qu'on va aller d'ouest en est pour rejoindre l'espagne en direction de Barcelone.

Tous bons conseils bienvenus then, Un grand merci d'avance,

Bon surf a tous!!!

Stopovers, onboard atmosphere, cabins, dining... A look back at the criteria that make all the difference when choosing a Mediterranean cruise.

When planning a first cruise—or even a fifth—the choice of operator is often the last criterion considered, after dates, budget, and stopovers. That’s a mistake. The operator determines the onboard atmosphere, how unexpected situations are handled, the quality of dining, and the level of entertainment. Two cruises on the same itinerary can feel like completely different experiences.

Here’s what I took away after comparing several options this autumn in the western Mediterranean.

The stopover question: quantity vs. depth

Many "large-scale" cruises pack six to eight stopovers into seven days. It looks appealing on paper. In practice, you spend two hours in each port—just enough time for a photo and a coffee. If you really want to explore a city—Barcelona, Valencia, Palermo—it’s better to choose an itinerary with fewer stopovers but full half-days docked.

Operators whose ships stay in port until the evening let you experience the city in a way that’s more than just a bus tour. It’s a criterion worth checking systematically before booking.

How onboard atmosphere really makes a difference

A cruise also means a lot of time at sea. The quality of onboard programming—shows, workshops, relaxation spaces—determines whether you experience those hours as a pleasant break or just waiting around.

I tested two approaches here. The first, very minimalist, suits travelers looking for absolute peace and quiet. The second, with lively entertainment and a mixed international crowd, created a much more vibrant atmosphere. If you’re traveling solo or as a couple and want to meet people, this is a key factor.

This is where I took the time to explore Costa Cruises, whose reputation for onboard atmosphere and passenger diversity comes up regularly in forums. Their positioning is clearly geared toward travelers who want the cruise itself to be a destination, not just a way to get from one stopover to the next.

Cabin: the classic mistake to avoid

Opting for the cheapest interior cabin to "save money" can make sense for a short cruise or if you plan to spend little time in the room. But over 7 to 10 days, the lack of natural light takes a toll. The value for money of outside cabins with a porthole is often better than it seems, especially if you book early or take advantage of the early-bird windows most operators offer.

Note: "Guarantee" cabins (where you let the operator assign your location) sometimes give access to higher categories at a reduced price. It’s a gamble if you’re sensitive to engine noise, but worth it if you’re flexible.

Dining: an underestimated criterion

The all-inclusive formula is misleading. Most cruises include the buffet and main dining room. Specialty restaurants—often the best onboard—are charged as extras. Budget 15 to 30 € per person per evening if you plan to visit them several times.

Some operators offer dining packages at a discounted rate upon embarkation. It’s worth checking, as long as you verify which establishments are included.

What I’d do differently next time

Book excursions directly rather than through the operator. Prices are usually 30 to 40% lower, groups are smaller, and guides are often more passionate. Forums like this one are the best resource for finding reliable local providers port by port.

Double-check the actual departure port—some cruises "departing from Barcelona" actually leave from Tarragona or a terminal far from the city center. A small logistical detail with a real impact on the trip.

Article based on personal experience. Pricing and programs may vary by season.

Hello everyone! Just a little backstory—my username comes from the year I took my first cruise. Sixteen years and nine cruises later, I’m currently on my 10th, this time in the Yacht Club interior. I’m taking you along with me!

Left Marseille on Wednesday, October 21st. After train troubles (issues on the Paris-Marseille line), then getting lost at La Joliette—years ago, I’d taken the metro and the port bus, thinking I had to go left once near the port, but no, the little gate is on the right after the shopping center.

Wait, she took the metro and bus to the Yacht Club? Yep! After waiting 15 minutes for the shuttle, once the bus dropped us off, it was a 15-20 minute walk to the ship. Finally, we made it to the boarding dock. Headed toward the little Yacht Club flag, where a nice young woman checked our IDs and gave us luggage tags. She walked us through security (we got to skip the line). After that, we went to the Yacht Club lounge, where two butlers were waiting. They offered us drinks, and a third person arrived to check passports and handle registration. Then, they gave us a form to pick a complimentary bottle—I didn’t do it right away. I felt a little rushed by everyone. I’ll explain more later in my story. Today, we’re in Barcelona. A few photos to come in the meantime.

Hi everyone! I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:

Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.

Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:

Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?

Hello everyone,

For our latest 3-week family trip (yes, the kids are growing up, and two of them are about to enter the working world), we’re heading to South America! For our first time on this continent, I had planned a classic 3-week loop in Peru.

But since we won’t be returning to this part of the world anytime soon, I thought: why not follow in the footsteps of Franck, aka Bibouns51, who, in 18 days, didn’t just stick to Peru but also added two of the planet’s most stunning landscapes to his itinerary... the Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia and its neighbor, the fabulous Atacama Desert in northern Chile !!

So, I set about the tricky task of limiting the regions we’d visit in Peru to those we considered must-sees, to avoid rushing too much. The visit schedules were optimized, including several comfortable overnight buses that have the huge advantage of letting us hop between regions.

So, we’re off on a somewhat adventurous trip with three domestic flights (two on the first day and one on the last), two overnight buses for quick hops, several car rentals, the services of a few drivers to make the trip more comfortable, and even a tour operator for crossing the Salar...

Our main concern is altitude sickness, and we’re bringing Diamox, aspirin, etc., just in case.

Our second worry before departure was not even getting off the ground... Yes, for once, we’re leaving from France—Marseille, to be exact. The week before our departure, with the surprise air traffic controllers’ strike, I remembered why we usually prefer to leave from abroad, like Turin or Barcelona... In the end, it wasn’t the air traffic controllers who made us nervous but the early July wildfires that paralyzed the airport a few days before our departure. Fortunately, the fires were quickly brought under control, and on the big day, everything was smooth sailing!

Detailed itinerary (which changed on Day 1 due to departure hiccups): Day 0: Flight Marseille - Madrid - Lima PERU Theoretical and abandoned Day 1: Flight Lima - Cuzco and visit Cuzco (Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, Cristo Blanco Observatory, Sacsayhuaman sunset) - Night in Cuzco Day 2: Taxi -> Chinchero - Moray - Maras Salt Mines - Ollantaytambo - Train to Aguas Calientes Day 3: Machu Picchu - Return train to Ollantaytambo Day 4: 2-day taxi -> Pisac - Tipon - Andahuaylillas - Huaro - Night in San Pedro Day 5: Palcoyo - Checacupe - Vinicunca - Return and night in Cuzco Day 6: Day in Cuzco (catch-up on Sacsayhuaman, San Blas district, Temple of the Sun) - Overnight bus to Arequipa Day 7: Rental car -> On the road to Colca Canyon, night in Cabanaconde Day 8: Descent to the bottom of Colca Canyon, night at Oasis Sangalle Day 9: Ascent from the canyon - Maca - Chivay - Return and night in Arequipa Day 10: Visit Arequipa (Santa Catalina Convent, La Recoleta Church and Monastery, La Compañía Church, Cathedral) - Overnight bus to Puno Day 11: Lake Titicaca - Night in Puno BOLIVIA Day 12: Shared taxi -> Road to La Paz, visit downtown La Paz - Night 1 in La Paz Day 13: Moon Valley and Las Animas Valley - Night 2 in La Paz Day 14: Day in La Paz - Night 3 in La Paz Day 15: Flight to Uyuni - Day 1 of Salar de Uyuni tour - Night at the edge of the Salar Day 16: Crossing the Lipez region and lagoons - Night near Laguna Colorada Day 17: Sol de Mañana CHILE Day 17 cont.: Pre-booked transfer to SPDA - 4x4 rental - Pukara de Quitor - Stargazing tour - Night 1 in SPDA Day 18: Death Valley and Moon Valley - Night 2 in SPDA Day 19: Miscanti and Miniques Lagoons, Salar de Aguas Calientes and its Piedra Roja, Tebenquiche Lagoon and Quebrada del Diablo - Night 3 in SPDA Day 20: Rainbow Valley and swim in the Puritama River - Night 4 in SPDA Day 21: Tebenquiche Lagoon - Bus to Calama - Flight to Santiago Day 22: Return Santiago - Madrid - Marseille

Day 0 - 11/07: Destination Lima

Our first flight from Marseille went smoothly to our Iberia layover in Madrid.

In Madrid, just after getting off the plane around 8 PM, and as we were walking through the terminal, we got a rude awakening!!

We saw the word "Cancelled" next to our flight number on the display boards. Thinking it must be a glitch, we checked another screen, but the system was stubborn, and the same dreaded word appeared !

So, we headed to the Iberia counter, where an agent confirmed that our Friday evening flight was canceled and rescheduled for the next morning. The reason? A breakdown and no replacement plane, even though we were in Madrid, Iberia’s home base!

To make matters worse, I remembered our super-tight schedule, planned to the minute, with no buffer day in Lima. Since I’m a bit phobic of megacities and hadn’t found anything appealing in the Peruvian capital in our guidebooks, we’d planned to leave Lima as soon as possible for Cusco, the heart of the Sacred Valley, to spend our first day there.

Bad idea, because we already knew the 4-hour buffer wouldn’t be enough, and we’d miss the domestic flight, which was, of course, non-refundable and non-changeable. So, we had to call LATAM from Madrid to find another flight for Saturday evening and negotiate a rate to recover some of our initial outlay.

After an hour on the phone with customer service, several endless holds, and three failed attempts to dictate our credit card number over the phone to a Spaniard speaking English with a thick accent, we finally managed to confirm the transaction, securing our new flight tickets for a moderate extra cost of just 150 € total.

At first, we were pretty bummed about losing a day and incurring extra fees to reschedule the domestic flight, but then, when we learned from an Iberia customer service rep that we’d receive the max compensation of 600 € per traveler, we even ended up grinning... because 3000 € in refunds for only losing the first day in Cusco? We’d sign up for that 10 times over!!

Iberia then took care of us, putting us up in a hotel where we had dinner before a short 5-hour night and an early morning departure. I took the opportunity to improvise a quick day of sightseeing in Lima, focusing on the Barranco and Miraflores districts.

Hi everyone, could someone clarify a doubt for me? Here's the thing: my passport expires on 25/09, and I want to go to Thailand from 03/3 to 30/3. So, on the day of departure, it will be 6 months and 22 days before the passport's expiry date.

...So, for entry into Thailand, will there be a problem? Apparently not, but I'm not sure. And for the return, since it will exceed the expiry date by 5 days, should I be careful with the layover outside Europe due to the 6-month passport validity rule? For safety, should I choose a European layover to avoid the 6-month passport issue?

I understood that what matters is that on the date of entry into Thailand, the passport must be valid for more than 6 months, and it will be exactly 6 months and 23 days.

However, for the return to France, I leave on 30/03, which is 5 months and 25 days (just 5 days short).

I heard that they don’t check it, and if I have a layover in Doha, for example, where the 6-month rule applies, as long as I stay in the transit area and don’t go through immigration, there shouldn’t be a problem either.

But I’m not sure about anything—even ChatGPT tells me there’s no issue...

Is there an expert on this topic on this forum? Thanks in advance!

Hey fellow travelers!

So, a new year has begun. It’s time to reconnect with the VF buddies and wish you all my best for 2026—a year I hope is obviously full of travel, since, as I just made up: "If travel’s good, everything’s good" 😄.

To celebrate, I’m inviting you into my new "travel journal," the one from our latest trip in November 2025, a little two-week adventure.

This time, we headed to The Gambia, a tiny country tucked right in the middle of Senegal, before making our way to Casamance.

The Gambia is English-speaking, Senegal is French-speaking, but the locals? They couldn’t care less—because in this part of the world, they mostly speak Wolof, Fula, Jola, or Mandinka. Hence the title: Senegambia 😉.

As usual, I’m sharing the live updates I sent to friends and family—super casual, of course.

I know this isn’t the kind of destination that draws crowds, but if you love adventure, laughter, and emotion, it might just be your thing 😊.

Hugs 😘

Hi everyone, I’m planning to drive my camper van to southern Spain in autumn 2026. Ideally, I’d like to find a ferry leaving from France (Marseille or Toulon, doesn’t matter) that drops me off as far south in Spain as possible. I’ve done some research but haven’t had any luck. Thanks for your tips! Vanouk

My Montpellier-Fez flight was canceled by Air Arabia and rescheduled with only 1 day on site instead of 4, making the trip pointless. Customer service is unresponsive. If you’re also affected by this flight (or a similar one), join me to consider a group action. Contact me here or via DM! #AirArabia #PassengerRights

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HELLO, here’s a little review of my cruise on the CELEBRITY EQUINOX 9-night / 10-day cruise CONCIERGE CLASS BALCONY CABIN at 1170 € per person EMBARKATION We arrived around 11:30 AM and were taken care of right away. Priority boarding is now only for suites, but it’s not really necessary since everyone boards quickly. In less than 15 minutes, we were on board. The best part? We could head straight to our muster station for the lifeboat drill—done in no time! AZAMARA, if you’re listening : ) Disembarkations at ports were also very smooth, with a little stand offering wet towels and refreshing drinks. THE CABIN CONCIERGE BALCONY 2108 Perfectly located, with a huge balcony, on the same deck as the pools, just below the buffet, and close to the elevators that took us straight to the restaurant or reception. Concierge class doesn’t come with many perks—we only went to the concierge desk once. We got a small plate of canapés in the cabin every day and access to a few invitations we declined, lol. What really stood out was the location and the large balcony. DINING The buffet is always great, with tons of choices—the best buffet of any cruise line, in my opinion, even if PRINCESS isn’t bad either. It was sometimes crowded, but the island layout meant we never had to queue, except for the last two days when we couldn’t serve ourselves due to a GASTRO outbreak... The only downside was the desserts, which weren’t as good as before. Is it the chef? Or a budget cut? The last day’s FAREWELL BUFFET was amazing. At the restaurant, we noticed a drop in quality, especially with the starters—mostly veggies or soup, basically cheap stuff :( . Though the escargots were still available and just as good. Also, we often got the pager because no tables were free, and service was sometimes really slow. We went to the specialty restaurant « LE MURANO » for around $50 per person. The menu is always the same, but it’s still delicious, with attentive service and the chef flambéing the lobster right in front of you. We loved it! THE PORTS OF CALL BARCELONA / AT SEA / LISBON (2 DAYS) / PORTO / AT SEA / TANGIER / CADIZ / AT SEA A great itinerary with 3 sea days in total. We had mostly great weather, even really nice weather during the 3 sea days. It was less sunny and warm in PORTO and CADIZ. We did everything on our own, except for the first day in Lisbon, where we took a guided TUK TUK tour with Filipe—it was AMAZING! He was really interesting, and we learned so many fun facts. Loved it! In PORTO, everything costs money, which was a bit disappointing. The churches and cathedrals are expensive :( TANGIER was a great discovery. Too bad no mosques are open to visitors, but it’s still a pleasant stop. We’d already visited CADIZ and love this city.

ENTERTAINMENT DURING THE DAY It’s always quiet during the day. You can play mini-golf or pétanque on the grass, and we didn’t hesitate to do laps around the deck. Of course, we also enjoyed the fantastic adults-only pool in the solarium, though sometimes we went to the outdoor pools too. This adults-only pool is still incredible—big and heated, except for 2 days when I complained because the water was suddenly cold. I don’t know why! Of course, some parents try to bring their kids in at the start of the cruise, but not on my watch, lol. After 2 or 3 days, they give up—the outdoor pools were well-heated anyway, so there was no reason to. Apparently, some people didn’t know CELEBRITY—they must’ve realized it’s not a cruise line for kids, pff. IN THE EVENING Apart from the comedian, we saw all the shows. Some were really beautiful, others just okay, but overall, it was a success. The dance nights, though, were pretty average, except for the ABBA night, which always delivers.

CONCLUSION CELEBRITY is still a pleasant cruise line, even if the quality has dropped a little. We still love that fabulous heated adults-only pool, the calm atmosphere on board, the few kids, no Italians, and the zen vibe. The ship is showing its age a bit, but nothing major. We had a great cruise with good value for money. Can’t wait for the next one on the CELEBRITY INFINITY in February! Thanks for reading 😉 PS: Some photos to come

Hello fellow travelers! My husband and I would like to spend a few weeks in Jan-Feb-Mar 2025 in Spain.☺️ Our main criteria: shopping, hiking, long walks along the sea, climate 15-24°C, easy transport, languages (French, English, or Spanish), 🥂🏌️‍♀️🚴🎾☀️🎼🏝️ We’ve already been to Marbella and Alicante. However, we don’t know these places apart from suggestions from friends who’ve visited them. 🤔 We’re thinking of renting an apartment or condo near the sea and maybe a car from time to time! We’ve visited Spain a lot and really enjoy it given the distance and climate for these months away from the cold! 😊 Looking forward to your suggestions and tips! Thanks so much! 🤗 Oh, and we’re seniors but in great shape! 💃🕺😉

MSC Orchestra cruise from October 11 to 22. 8 travelers, 7 got sick with 2 bedridden for 2 days, no port stops, no restaurants, and a medical center that told us our COVID and flu tests were negative—but in hindsight, without showing us the results. When we got back, we all went to see a French doctor (plus 100 € for the onboard consultation and medication costs), and we’re still sick more than a week later. I’d like to share my experience with other cruisers to see if they’ve been ill too, because I doubt the legitimacy and honesty of MSC’s staff. This was our 5th MSC cruise, and we were disappointed by the drop in restaurant quality and the same old entertainment—same groups at the same bars. I think this’ll be our last MSC cruise, and I’m looking forward to hearing about other companies’ experiences.

My wife and I are going on the "Christmas and Holiday Traditions" cruise from December 22 to January 5. This is our first time with CFC. We’ve done dozens of cruises over the past 35 years—including three world cruises with Costa—but we’re tired of the Italian attitude. We’ve also done 3 or 4 with MSC, Club Med 2, and a long time ago, the Mermoz with Croisières Paquet, in short… Given the reviews, we’re wondering about the all-French aspect, since the Filipino crews are nice but French is complicated for them. And the comments about the food aren’t exactly reassuring. Yes, the drink packages are way too expensive. We’ll have to wait and see how much the excursions cost… It’s an old ship, so let’s hope everything still works. See you soon!

holà

après la discussion fermée a juste titre et sans intérêt de certain sur le sujet...on en est ou ?

toujours intéressant le ressentie des locaux

touriste motard et dans 20 jours en andalousie, aucune appréhension pour bouger las bas ou en ce moment ici en ouest france mais bien sur avec le respect des consignes meme si ce n'est pas forcement tres clair on fera le compte plus tard !!! je reviens d'allemagne et de hongrie, la communication covid et la compréhension du problème m'a semble plus facile qu"en pays de france...😉 ceci dit en Espagne ces jours ci ?

on reste cool, on parle situation et que situation 😎

merci V

Pour discuter autour du concours de juillet 2020, Verticale(s), ça se passe ici.

Bsr,

L'Espagne ouvre ses frontières à compter du 1er juillet et donc l'arrivée des vols commerciaux sur son territoire.😉

Bonjour à tous, Info de ce matin : Par la voix du Préfet, l'état refuse le débarquement à Marseille de 421 passagers français!

Bonne journée

Bonjour,

J'ai réservé un hotel a zadar, pour quelques jours, pour après l'été ( depart en avril mais reporter a cause du coronavirus)

Le problème c'est que ya que des vols pour split.

Du coup comment faire pour faire split zadar en bus, peut on acheter le ticket sur place ou faut le réserver quelques jours avant? Merci.

Bonjour, Dans cette période de crise Air France annonce la possibilité de changer sa résa sans frais. Mais attention, ça ne signifie pas qu'il n'y aura pas de coût. Je voulais avancer mon retour Cancun Paris prévu le 6 avril. Coût du changement de date = 809 EUR soit plus cher que le prix du billet. J'ai essayé à des dates différentes et le résultat est identique.. Très généreux AF

Bonjour, avec mon ami nous partons 3 semaines du coté de diego en avril. Nous arrivons à Nosy bé et comptons rejoindre le nord de grande Terre pour 15j de vadrouille. Nous aimons particulièrement sortir des sentiers battus afin de découvrir l'authenticité loin des hordes de touristes.. Si quelqu'un a des suggestions, nous sommes preneurs. Merci d'avance

Bonjour,

Les Finnois mangent très tôt le soir( 18h30-19h00). En général, jusqu'à quelle heure peut-on dîner dans un restaurant? Merci. Cordialement. Chabcha

bonjour, nous sommes de retour d'une croisière sur le COSTA SMERALDA. C'est un magnifique navire pour les personnes qui désirent admirer des spectacles. avec ses 2 zones de spectacles, il est possible d'admirer des spectacles à des heures différentes. nous sommes loin du concept des spectacles 1ier service et second service. les zones sur les ponts sont très jolies, plusieurs piscines, des bars, une très jolie promenade qui fait le tour du navire avec une passerelle de pavés de verres (pour les courageux). les cabines sembles un peu plus petites, ainsi que les balcons . Nous avons eu la chance de profiter d'une cabine avec terrasse, c'est vraiment super. une grande véranda (ou il est possible de se reposer sur les banquettes et prendre son petit déjeuner sans subir le mauvais temps) et un grand balcon. de très grands espaces (ce qui permet d'éviter la sensation de foule) et une décoration moderne et sobre. une magnifique piscine intérieure avec des spas, des zones de repos. un restaurant (self) réservé aux familles. les points négatifs: les cabines sembles plus petites et avec moins de rangement. il manque aussi le mini-bar. pour nos voisins Italiens, il n'y a pas de nappe sur les tables (nouveau style moderne et pour réduire améliorer l'écologie). il manque encore un peu d'organisation, ils n'ont pas encore trouvé leur vitesse de croisière. la piste pour les amateurs de danse est ovale et plus petite que sur les autres bateaux. l'aménagement du bar central est mal réparti, suivant ou l'on se trouve il est très difficile de voir le spectacle. les zones de spectacle ainsi que le théâtre sont fait pour être modulable, mais les piliers cachent la vue. nous retrouvons le concept américain par rapport aux spectacles. c'est un navire pour faire la fête. nous avons aimé notre croisière, malgré des péripéties : embarquement à BARCELONE (car de Marseille à Barcelone, très bien organisé), tempête à BARCELONE (donc bateau bloqué au port 2 nuits, l'escale de Palma annulée). très bonne croisière dans l'ensemble.

Ce n'est pas une malédiction mais ça y ressemble pour catalans .la tempête gloria arrive en Catalogne sud puis nord et il est demande à tous d éviter des déplacements jusqu'à à jeudi.avec vents à 130kls/h en Catalogne sud neige abondante en plaine vagues 6m et risque de submersion. En Catalogne nord les pyrenees orientales la situation risque d être pire avec vents très forts risques de submersions..pluies diluviennes mardi mercredi.2m de neige sur les hauteurs.et inondations pour les rivières tech tête Agly.. Le passage en montagne est déjà interdit pour les poids lourds il le sera dans les heures qui arrivent pour les voitures. Le calme avant la tempête: il y a depuis hier soir un calme extraordinaire.le vent a cessé net.les oiseaux ont cessé de chanter ce calme est anormal et ne prédit rien de bon.

Bonjour,

Pour éviter les cohues à l'arrivée, je souhaiterais pouvoir disposer d'une fiche de police vierge à remplir lors de l'enregistrement à l'hôtel au Maroc. Quelqu'un pourrait-il m'en faire parvenir un modèle ? Merci déjà.