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Je recherche toutes sortes d infos sur la vie pratique en Guyane, je devrais venir m installer en 2005 et je n ai aucun renseignement a part quelques depliants touristiques et des photos d oiseaux(magnifiques) . Ce que je cherche surtout c'est pouvoir discuter avec des guyannais(e) .Merci de vos reponses

Pour la première fois de ma petite vie, je vais à Cuba la semaine débutant le 8 février. On me dit cependant que je devrais plutôt opter pour la République ou le Mexique puisque la température à Cuba est risqué.

D'autre part, une de mes amies m, a conseillé d'aller au El Senador. Certains ont des commentaires?🤪

Hi everyone, I’m Loulou, a French expat who’s been living in Southeast Asia for about fifteen years, currently in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. A passionate walker at heart, I’ve trekked in Nepal (Thorung La, Mardi Himal), India, Vietnam, and I’m still planning new hikes (Char Dham, Langtang, Annapurna). I’ve just published my first travel journal, recounting three months of walking and encounters across India. A portion of the sales goes to an educational center I support in Kep, for children whose parents work in the salt marshes. I’m also working on a second book about Nepal with a musician friend, focusing on the Mardi Himal trek—two independent perspectives on the same journey. Happy to swap stories with you about the Himalayas, India, Southeast Asia, or just the urge to hit the road and walk far from home. Safe travels, Loulou

There’s a region in the United States that stands apart—deeply American yet surprisingly familiar. A destination where landscapes seem to pulse with the rhythm of water, where music naturally weaves into daily life, and where every day feels like you’re living something new: Welcome to Louisiana! Located in the southern U.S., bordering the Gulf of Mexico and carved by the legendary Mississippi River, Louisiana is a land of contrasts and cultural blends. Shaped by its history with France, Spain, and Creole and Cajun traditions, it now offers a unique travel experience—far from the clichés you might expect. While New Orleans, jazz, and Mardi Gras are part of its identity, Louisiana today reveals itself in a different light: as a destination deeply rooted in nature, exploration, and freedom.

And that’s exactly what makes it such an appealing trip idea, especially for those seeking a different kind of road trip—one that’s accessible and packed with experiences.



The journey quickly takes on a new dimension. As soon as you leave the urban centers, the scenery shifts. The roads grow quieter, the vegetation denser, and water appears everywhere—in every form. It’s in the bayous where the experience truly comes alive. Paddling gently by kayak on Lake Martin, gliding between centuries-old cypress trees near Breaux Bridge, observing wildlife in an almost surreal silence... Here, nature isn’t just something you look at—it’s something you *live*. You slow down, observe, and soak it all in. And this immersion isn’t complicated or reserved for experts. That’s the beauty of Louisiana: it offers accessible outdoor adventures without constraints, yet deeply immersive ones. A little farther north of New Orleans, the Tammany Trace offers another way to explore the region. By bike, on this repurposed rail trail, you ride through forests and small towns at a relaxed pace—perfect for enjoying the scenery without effort.



In Kisatchie National Forest, hiking trails reveal a lesser-known side of Louisiana—almost unexpected. Gentle hills, deep forests, and a peaceful atmosphere create a striking contrast to the state’s usual image. And always, that sense of ease. Nothing feels complicated; everything flows naturally.

But what truly makes Louisiana unique is its ability to seamlessly blend nature and culture—never pitting one against the other. After a morning in the swamps, you might find yourself in Lafayette, seated in front of a Cajun music group. After a day on the road, you could end the evening in a jazz club in New Orleans. Here, the transitions feel smooth, natural, almost effortless. Culture isn’t just something you visit—it’s an atmosphere. French influences, still very present in certain names, traditions, and expressions, give the trip a warm, familiar feel. Encounters are easy, conversations authentic, and every stop seems to tell a different story. Music, of course, is everywhere. Jazz, blues, zydeco—so many styles that accompany your journey and give it a unique rhythm. You don’t just *visit* Louisiana; you *feel* it.

Exploring Louisiana by road trip also means enjoying an especially fluid itinerary. Distances are always manageable, the roads easy, and the stops flow without excessive fatigue. You move from one environment to another effortlessly: from the river to the swamps, from the city to nature, from lively cultural moments to more contemplative ones. This fluidity changes everything. It lets you take your time, stop, and truly *live* each place without feeling like you’re rushing from one point to the next. And that’s often where the best memories are made.



Unlike some more demanding destinations, Louisiana can be explored in summer—if you adjust your pace. But it’s really from September onward that the destination shines. Temperatures become milder, the light softer, and the overall vibe more serene. October, in particular, offers the perfect balance of climate, crowds, and experience quality. It’s an ideal time to fully enjoy outdoor activities without constraints, in especially pleasant conditions. Good news: there’s still time! Whether for summer 2026 or the late season, opportunities are still open. The best, most fluid, and balanced itineraries are built in advance. Because not all Louisiana trips are the same. It’s easy to replicate a classic route focused on a few major stops. But a more modern approach means rethinking the experience as a whole: fully integrating the outdoors, balancing cultural highlights with nature moments, and setting a pace that truly suits the traveler. That’s the vision that turns a simple itinerary into a real experience. A more immersive, natural, and cohesive Louisiana. One that isn’t just *visited* but *lived* to the fullest.



You’ve probably gathered by now—we’re huge fans of Louisiana! It naturally stands out as a unique destination in the American landscape. Accessible yet exotic, rich without being complicated, cultural without feeling rigid, natural without being extreme. A destination that appeals to a wide audience precisely because it doesn’t cater to just one type of traveler. And perhaps that’s its greatest strength in our eyes: offering everyone the chance to find their own rhythm, their own discoveries, their own emotions. So whether it’s for this summer or to fully enjoy the gentle autumn season, Louisiana is waiting to welcome you and leave you amazed. Like a living, balanced, and deeply inspiring destination. And maybe... your next trip.

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Why not Malta? We thought it was an original, off-the-beaten-path destination... The advantage is there’s a direct flight from Toulouse, our departure city. That’s what convinced us to take a week-long couple’s trip to Malta. I had booked the accommodations (breakfast included) + an airport/hotel transfer on Booking. First stop: VILLA DEL PORTO, a very pleasant guest house in a great location. We were welcomed by the owner, who gave us all the info we needed to get around. How to get to Valletta? By ferry shuttle. Valletta Ferry Service - Cospicua. And for everything else, a brilliant app for the buses that crisscross the island: TALLINJA. I highly recommend this app. We traveled by bus all week without any issues. The next day, we spent the day in Valletta, the capital. That’s when we realized this destination is actually very popular—streets packed with thousands of tourists! Luckily, we managed to navigate through parallel alleys and find small hostels or bars to eat or grab a drink. The city is stunning and steeped in history. On the third day, we took the bus to the south of the island: MARSAXLOKK. A charming, authentic fishing port with plenty of waterfront restaurants and souvenir shops. We ate at CAFÉ DE PARIS—a delicious fresh fish, perfectly prepared. On the way back, we wandered through the beautiful town of Senglea. Then we ordered takeout from D VIRI'S TAKE AWAY near the guest house via email. It was delicious! On the fourth day, we left Villa del Porto and headed to Valletta by ferry to catch the GOZO FAST FERRY—a 45-minute catamaran ride to the island of Gozo. After a good lunch by the port, we took the bus to our destination: XLENDI. A village at the end of a gorgeous bay. We stayed at the San Andrea Hotel—a small room with a balcony and sea view. Fifth day: Bus to Victoria. A magnificent citadel, a meal at a small bar in Piazza San Frangisk, then we continued by bus to the north, stopping in Marsalforn for coffee by the sea and a short walk to the natural salt pans carved into the rock. Back to the hotel by bus. Sixth day: A short walk to Xlendi Tower, a watchtower at the entrance of the bay, beautifully restored. Then we set off on a sea excursion in a small boat for six passengers. Honestly, I recommend it! Two hours cruising along the breathtaking coastline and turquoise sea—20 € per person. www.gozoboathire.com Delicious lunch on the terrace at "The Boathouse Restaurant." Seventh day: We packed our bags again and returned to Malta by ferry to Cirkewwa. The terminal isn’t very welcoming—you have to take a bus to find a town. We had lunch in Mellieha, then continued our journey, still using local buses, to RABAT, next to the ancient fortified city of MDINA. Another stunning city we explored at our own pace once the tourists had left. Eighth day: Bus to the airport. In conclusion, we’re thrilled with our trip. Of course, we didn’t see all the sites recommended by guidebooks, but we wandered at our own rhythm and came back with a head full of memories, images, and great moments spent in Malta and Gozo.

Villa Del Porto Address: Marina Street 1, KKR 1521 Kalkara, Malta Phone: +356 2166 8420 GPS Coordinates: N 035° 53.399, E 14° 31.557

Xlendi Bay

the seabeds in the coves

I just got back from Sardinia 2 and wanted to share my little recap with you. It’s a stunning country, and the people are so welcoming. We were lucky to see it at the end of April—I wouldn’t go in July or August because it gets overcrowded and loses its charm!!! SARDINIA 2: 10 days

-Departure from Geneva to Olbia on Friday, 04/12/24 with EasyJet: 1h30 flight -Return from Cagliari to Geneva on Sunday, 04/21/24 with EasyJet: 1h40 flight (Round-trip price: 314 €) -Car rental with Locauto: 250 €, including 51 € for "full" insurance + 87 € (drop-off at a different airport) -Accommodation every night via Booking 13: room + kitchen *OLBIA: Arrival at the airport… wasted time at Locauto because there was only one person at the desk (you can check in online and send the driver’s license and ID, but it was impossible to do!) Headed to our lodging. *COSTA SMERALDA: The part we liked the least… everything feels artificial since the billionaires moved in (Porto Rotondo, Porto Cervo, Baia di Sardinia). We regret not stopping at Golfo Aranci to see its underwater art museum, Mumart. *ARZACHENA and its archaeological park (Tomba dei Giganti: Coddu Ecchju, Li Muri, Nuraghe la Prisgiona) to see in beautiful nature. Coastal road toward Palau (lagoons with lots of birds). *PALAU: Ferries to La Maddalena Island every 15/30 minutes (37 € for 2 people + 1 car). *** La Maddalena is part of an archipelago with 7 large islands and small islets… absolutely stunning… views of Corsica! *** -La Maddalena: A charming little town with narrow streets. -Follow the scenic coastal road that loops around the island for 21 km (gorgeous). -On the east side of the island, take a 600m bridge to Caprera Island (lots of great hiking trails). -Lots of beaches with granite rocks and wild coves. -Return by ferry to Palau. *SANTA TERESA GALLURA: Departure for Bonifacio 2, 4 km to Capo Testa (cape with a lighthouse… granite rocks). Here, there were Roman quarries. *Drive down a beautiful road along the Costa Paradiso (red trachyte). *CASTELSARDO: A fortified hilltop town worth seeing. *PORTO TORRES: Visit the Basilica San Gavino. *STINTINO and its beaches, including La Pelosa with its Genoese tower… too crowded for us! *Viewpoint at Capo Falcone with a view of Parco dell’Asinara (we didn’t have time to go, but it’s a must). *Drive down to Argentiera via small coastal roads (old lead, zinc, and silver mines). A "ghost town" with a museum that’s apparently only open on weekends at this time of year. *Small road (with stunning sea views) toward Grotta di Nettuno (you get there by a long staircase, but it was too windy and closed!). Capo Caccia. *Drive down (along lagoons with birds, including pink flamingos) toward Alghero (historic center: ramparts, bell tower, churches). The city of coral and lobsters! *Drive along the sea to Bosa, a colorful little town (Malvasia vineyards) between the Temo River and the sea. *Road to Montiferru Castle on a volcanic massif—ruins of the castle with a beautiful panorama of rolling hills (cork oak forests, chestnut trees, oaks) and cultivated plots. *** Cuglieri: Olive oil museum *** *Santa Caterina di Pittinuri, S’Archittu (many beaches with limestone cliffs) (many archaeological sites). *SINIS PENINSULA: Cabras and its lagoons with lots of pink flamingos. Archaeological museum with its Nuragic giants. *Archaeological site of Tharros. *ORISTANO: Not much visited, but it has some beautiful buildings. A traditional Sardinian pastry shop—an absolute delight (DELIGIA, Via Figoli 61). *Road surrounded by marshes, along the coast with beautiful little beaches. *Arrival at Costa Verde: The Piscinas dunes and beaches are stunning. Miniera Montevecchio and the surrounding old mines (Iglesiente road) (Naracauli, Ingurtosu). *** Near Guspini, in the mountains, visit the village of Arbus, where many Sardinian knife makers are based. But make the detour to meet Paolo Pusceddu, the master knife maker who opens his workshop and created the *Museo del Coltello Sardo* Via Roma, 15 · +39 349 053 7765. Absolutely fascinating and super interesting… he also sells his knives at very reasonable prices. *Masua (mines) then Pan di Zucchero. *Porto Flavia: Transport of minerals from a port carved into the cliff with two 600m tunnels… the visit is a must. *IGLESIAS: Worth visiting. *ISOLA DI SANT’ANTIOCO: A bridge connects it to Sardinia 2. Drive around the island via small roads. Calasetta (white and blue houses), Nido del Passeri, Cala Lunga, Capo Sperone, Turri. Beautiful beaches and stunning views. *Road to Teulada, then Chia (see the small road from Chia to Tuerredda). *PULA: Archaeological site of Nora. *CAPOTERRA: We ended our trip with a night at an agriturismo in the middle of olive groves, "Azienda Agricola Corte degli Ulivi" (Pixina Sa Murta, Marco: +39 347 246 2361). Unforgettable welcome, eco-friendly place (wooden house with water and electricity self-sufficiency). *Cagliari airport. In total, 1000 km, and we still didn’t finish exploring (the area south of Olbia and the interior are still on the list). The Sardinians are very welcoming. Sardinia 2 is diverse (beaches, countryside, towns, archaeological sites…). We were lucky to visit at the end of April—summer must be awful with the heat and tourist crowds! Easy to visit with kids.

Hello,

After having to cancel our trip to Uganda in December 2020, we finally decided to go in December/January. We leave on December 28th and return on January 18th, which gives us 20 days and 20 nights there 🙂

The main goal of this trip is to meet primates, big and small. We won’t skip the birds and other mammals or the local culture and people, but we want to maximize our chances of meeting our monkey friends.

It’ll be a self-drive road trip with lodge stays. The 4x4 is booked, as are the chimpanzee and gorilla permits, and most of the accommodations.

I’m reaching out because I have a big question mark about my itinerary. Here’s what was originally planned (with the parts I’m unsure about in bold):

1 night in Entebbe on arrival day 1 night at Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Ranch (rhino trek and shoebill trek) 2 nights at Murchison Falls NP (Murchison River Lodge) 2 nights at Lake Albert (Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve) 2 nights in Kibale (for the chimpanzee habituation day) 2 nights in Queen Elizabeth NP (chimpanzee trek in Kyambura Gorge) 2 nights in Bwindi, Ruhija sector (gorilla trek) 2 nights at Lake Mutanda (gorilla trek in Mgahinga) 1 night in Kisoro (golden monkey trek in Mgahinga) 1 night at Lake Bunyonyi 2 nights in Lake Mburo NP 2 nights near Mabamba Swamps (for the shoebill and to relax before flying back)

My "issue": The lodge at Lake Albert only has availability for the first of the 2 nights. So I’m hesitating between a few options (if you have other ideas, I’m all ears!):

1- Add an extra night at MFNP and make a stop somewhere between MFNP and Kibale. But where? 2- Keep 1 night at Lake Albert and do 3 nights in Kibale (but is 3 days in Kibale too much?) 3- Do 3 nights at MFNP and 3 nights in Kibale, with a long drive between the two 4- 2 nights at Lake Albert but at another lodge not in Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve (is there enough to fill 2 days? Any lodge recommendations?)

A huge thank you for your help and advice 🙂 Have a wonderful sunny weekend, Pascale

Hello everyone! This trip dates back to late 2021, but since Voyage Forum reopened for writing, I haven’t seen many travel journals about Tanzania, so I decided to repost this one, which I originally shared on another well-known travelers’ site—even though I prefer Voyage Forum’s user experience. It’s also a chance for me to relive this exhilarating trip... So, if you’re up for it, let me take you on a classic adventure: Tarangire - Ngorongoro - Serengeti, plus a little bonus—the small Arusha Park. First off, yes, as the title of this journal suggests, we were lucky enough to spot *tons* of lions. The power they exude is incredible, even if most of the time they just look like big cats napping or strolling around. But lock eyes with one, and you’ll be glad you’re in the jeep.

But let’s not forget the rest of the wildlife—and the landscapes, which are absolutely stunning, with those iconic tree silhouettes.







I remember before leaving, I was a little worried I wouldn’t feel that same sense of wonder I’d experienced two years earlier in Botswana (see my travel journal). That fear was unfounded—the magic worked its charm once again! Note: Since we had limited time, we focused our trip entirely on safari, so this journal is 100% animals and landscapes—and 0% Maasai. Next post: TARANGIRE

Huge disappointment. I’d seen that Friendly Shoe Shop was recommended by a blog. I went there with the intention of buying a small leather backpack. I visited once for a look around, then went online to compare prices with shops in Europe, like Marius, which specializes in leather. I realized that for the same price ($145 US), I could find the same thing in Paris. I went back to Friendly Shoe Shop and tried to see if it was possible to negotiate. The saleswoman immediately reacted. With a smile, she took the bag, put it back on display, and told me: "If you want to negotiate, go to the market!" Basically, she was telling me to get lost. You can easily apologize by saying prices are fixed and non-negotiable, but it’s unacceptable to react that way when the prices are excessive. It’s really taking tourists for a ride.

When you know the cost of living in Vietnam, this price is nothing short of a scam. I’m not questioning the quality of the product. If the workers were paid 3 or 5 times the normal rate, I wouldn’t mind. But there’s no indication that’s the case.

In summary, in Hoi An, you have the choice between: - Quality shops where you’ll pay the same price as in a European capital, which gives the owner a huge margin since they don’t pay import taxes, transportation costs, and manufacture directly, etc. - Counterfeit shops where you won’t pay much for mediocre quality.

Friendly Shoe Shop has nothing friendly or fair about it. It’ll suit people who travel for two or three weeks, have the means, and want to say when they get home that they bought a bag or shoes in Hoi An. For everyone else, there’s nothing fair about it…

Hello fellow travelers,

I spent 3 weeks in Cambodia this January, and I completely fell in love with this country—especially the Cambodian people. I took my time because it was possible, and it turned out to be a total success. Originally, this trip was planned for 2021 and 2022 with my husband, but COVID and an illness threw everything off. Now traveling solo, I went with Siem Reap à la Carte, a local agency. I can’t recommend Mélanie and Nathalie enough—they helped design the itinerary together with me, and the guides and drivers were top-notch. Since I was alone with them, the connection was incredible.

My itinerary: Phnom Penh (2 nights). I arrived at the airport at 1 PM, and everything went super smoothly—I had my E-visa and E-arrival. I had the afternoon free on arrival, a guide the next morning, and the afternoon free again. Battambang (2 nights) with a local guide for all the visits (temples, the bat flight, bamboo train, the surrounding countryside, markets, etc.). Siem Reap (6 nights). I chose to take the public boat across the Tonlé Sap—8 hours on the water, but it goes by quickly, and the scenery is stunning. Of course, in Siem Reap, it’s all about the Angkor temples—most people come for that—but Nathalie and Mélanie also arranged some unique experiences, like visiting a lacquer workshop (even though this wasn’t my first trip to Asia and I’d seen them before, this one was different). I even tried making incense sticks (I’m not very good at it), and we had lunch at a local’s home. There are, of course, the markets, and I also took a cooking class with a chef at his home, where we ate what we prepared. I also spent another day on a boat visiting a village on the Tonlé Sap. I used my free time for a massage, a stroll around town, and in the evenings, I’d head to Pub Street—guaranteed fun. I also visited the Thousand Lingas River. I won’t list all the temples I saw—you can make your own choices or follow recommendations. Either way, everything is breathtaking. Banlung and Ratanakiri, where I spent 4 nights. Because of that, I didn’t go to Mondulkiri. I loved it—jungle walks, visits to ethnic villages and cemeteries, and for those who want, there are plenty of waterfalls where you can swim. The most tourists I saw at once was 5 (a group of 4 and me a little farther away, so you can have peace and quiet). I also spent time at an elephant sanctuary. I was hesitant at first, but everything had been so perfect up to that point that I went, and I have no regrets. It was just me, the guide, and the rangers—lovely people—and the elephants were living their best lives. Next, I headed to Kratié for 2 nights: temples, the Irrawaddy dolphins, and a half-day on Koh Trong Island by bike, tasting their famous pomelos—a pure delight. No cars on the island, just calm and serenity. On my way to Kep, where I spent 4 nights, I stopped for a night in Kampong Cham, visiting temples, villages, and the bamboo bridge. With this kind of travel style, it’s easy to stop wherever you feel like it. So, I arrived in KEP to taste the famous Kep crabs—don’t miss them! The agency arranged a full-day motorbike tour (I wasn’t the one driving!), exploring the countryside and salt marshes. Of course, you should also visit Kampot, and if you love pepper, make sure to leave room in your luggage to bring some back. A full day of fishing by boat, with lunch on board (the fish we caught—though not by me, I’m terrible at that too). A kayak trip through the mangroves. In short, everything was perfect here too, and I took my time to enjoy the sunsets. Back to Phnom Penh for one last night before returning to France. A sunset cruise on the Mekong, and I visited some places I didn’t have time for when I arrived. This was my first solo trip—I usually travel with someone—but the organization was flawless, and the people were wonderful. I didn’t go to the islands near Sihanoukville, even though that was originally part of the plan. But I truly fell in love with this country. I’m considering Thailand next winter, but I’m also seriously thinking about returning to Siem Reap or even visiting those islands. If you’d like more details, I’m happy to help. Nathalie and Mélanie were incredibly patient with me—I’d been in touch with them since 2020, and in 2021, I had to cancel everything. They’re two French women who’ve lived there for a long time, know the country inside out, and—most importantly—have immense respect for the people they work with (guides, drivers). That’s a value that’s very important to me. Happy travels to all!

Hi there, Could you let me know if this itinerary is doable: 14/09: Arrival in BA at 9:45 PM 15/09 to 16/09: BA 17/09: Flight to Iguazu early in the morning + visit the falls on the Brazilian side 18/09: Visit the falls on the Argentine side 19/09: Flight to Salta + visit Salta 20/09 to 25/09: Northern + Southern Loop in 6 full days (rental car) 26/09 to 28/09: Tolar Grande 3 days (with an agency) 29/09: Flight to Puerto Madryn (arrival in the evening) 30/09: Valdes Peninsula 01/10: Valdes Peninsula + Punta Tombo + overnight bus to Bariloche 02/10 to 07/10: 6 days to see Bariloche and the surrounding area by car (what are the must-sees?) 08/10: Flight to BA 09/10: Flight to Paris at 2:40 PM

We’re two couples planning a 15-day road trip in Louisiana. Do you think 15 days is too long? I’ve seen on some sites that a week is enough. Can we extend our trip to include Texas, or is that unrealistic? Thanks for your help!😊

Hi everyone, I’m taking advantage of the forum’s long-awaited reopening to dive back into my memories and start my first travel journal, destination Uganda!

Why Uganda?

Choosing this destination was almost by chance. I’d already traveled to East Africa two years earlier, to Kenya, and loved the experience. Of course, I wanted to return to the region and see that abundant wildlife I’d enjoyed so much. But Uganda wasn’t really on my radar... While looking for a destination for a two-week trip in May 2023, I came across cheap flights (~400 €) with Kenya Airways to Entebbe. Why not, I thought? I started looking into the country.

How did the trip go?

Most travelers whose posts I read had organized their trip with an agency and/or rented a vehicle, with or without a driver. That’s not at all how I like to explore a country... and besides, I don’t have a license ! Digging a little deeper, I saw that it seemed possible to reach the main sights using local transport, as long as I was ready to put up with the discomfort of the journeys. Challenge accepted! On the other hand, the budget accommodations near the parks that I’d managed to find in Kenya seemed much less common here. The trip was shaping up to be expensive, especially since the highlight—gorilla trekking—requires a permit costing several hundred dollars. Yikes, sticking to a reasonable budget was going to be tricky... In the end, I found a solution. Almost all lodges offer the option to pitch a tent on their grounds for a modest price (between $10 and $20 per night). That would let me enjoy the safaris while keeping this trip "relatively" affordable.

My itinerary

After studying the Lonely Planet East Africa guide, various travel journals and blogs, and the excellent site Safari Bookings, I finally settled on an itinerary (not counting the travel days):

Entebbe – 1 day Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – 1 day Murchison Falls National Park – 2 days Crater Lakes – 1 day Queen Elizabeth National Park – 2 days Bwindi – 3 days Lake Bunyonyi – 1 day Kampala – 1 day

See you soon for the first stop in Entebbe!

Bonjour à toutes et à tous, Je pars la semaine prochaine depuis Gap (Alpes du sud) pour faire le tour des Pyrénées. Je pense descendre rapidement jusqu'à Perpignan (en évitant la ville) puis filer sur Ripoll -> Berga -> Boleana -> pays basque -> France -> retour en improvisant dans les pyrénées français -> back home

Je ne connais pas ces régions, je suis preneur de conseils. Je roule sur un genesis tour de fer 30 un peu modifié, Bivouac hamac. J'ai l'habitude de rouler et j'aime flâner. Je ne cherche pas la dénivelée (y'a quand même du poids) mais ça ne me fait pas peur non plus. Merci d'avance

Greg

D'abord nous avons pensé que nous serions épargnés. La fabrique du monde aurait poursuivi sa besogne paisiblement, élaborant, jours intenses après nuits remplies, le devenir de l'humanité. La montée en puissance s'est faite progressivement, un seul lit réservé au début, plus d'un tiers du service ensuite. Sans plus de personnel. Sans plus de matériel.

Envoyée spéciale dans une ville dépeuplée de ses habitants, immense privilège ou épée de Damoclès ? Immense privilège !

J'ai aimé aller et revenir dans un Paris fantomatique. Les trains étaient toujours à l'heure. Les affiches du métro parlaient d'un monde qui n'existait plus, présentaient des spectacles qui ne se tiendraient pas… et des pubs inutiles avant même d'avoir été essentielles. Coronavirus avait remplacé pickpocket dans les annonces sonores. Moments irréels qui désapprennent toutes les certitudes, lieux familiers devenus méconnaissables qui lavent le regard et parfois l'émerveillent lorsque la rue offre des cadeaux inattendus : une minuscule boite rouge en forme de cœur qui détonne sur le trottoir gris. La foule qui ne se pressait pas ne l'avait pas piétinée.

Près de 3 mois ont passé embarqués dans un bateau qui tanguait sans savoir si et quand il arriverait au port… Près de 3 mois immergés dans l'inquiétude, l'incertitude, à chercher vainement le capitaine... mais trop de mains se pressaient sur la barre du gouvernail.

Cette folie qui a mis le monde à l'arrêt et la tête de certain.e.s à l'envers a imprimé dans ma mémoire une écœurante odeur d'alcool. La gueule de bois sans l'ivresse préalable.

... / ...

Alors, il faudra...

... Il faudra l'eau froide de l'Atlantique, des marches légères, l'odeur des genêts, le goût du large et des vues à perte de vue là où le ciel tombe dans la mer. Il faudra des chemins poudreux, parfois si étroits que les branches basses griffent les mollets et que les papillons s'emmêlent dans les cheveux. Un bout de GR, des sous bois aux racines saillantes avec l’océan à portée de main.

Un temps qui hésite entre soleil et pluie, des ciels de peintre en aplats de bleu soulignés de blanc et de gris fumé… des orages soudains.

Il faudra la force du granit, des villages ramassés autour de leurs églises bordées d'hortensias, les pavés inégaux des ruelles du centre ville, un passeur qui file vers une île… ce sera l'île d’Arz.

Et puis il faudra des fleurs ! Des fleurs sauvages ou cultivées, des empotées, des exubérantes, des rustiques. Des fleurs de toutes les couleurs, des tape à l'œil ou des petites fleurs de rien.

Des parterres odorants, bouquet de senteurs délicates ou d'odeurs fétides, des fleurs fanées, des justes écloses ou des déflorées. Des fleurs urbaines nichées dans les interstices du macadam, des belles des champs échevelées. Des mauvaises herbes. Des fleurs du mal. Un camaïeu de nuances pastels ou flamboyantes, un feu d'artifice d'arc en ciel.

Des fleurs soyeuses en couleurs comme des mots en couleurs… pour oublier, le temps d'une échappée belle, les fleurs de bitume, petits cercles blancs à deux ou trois pétales, pointillés rageurs, qui ont poussé en une nuit sur les trottoirs de Paris et les quais du métro.







Alors ce sera 8 jours dans le golfe du Morbihan aux alentours de Vannes et des marais de Séné.





Pari sur l'avenir, le train fut réservé alors que la limite des 100km était toujours en vigueur… elle sera supprimée 2 jours avant. (100km, c'est trop court pour ceux qui ... comme nous d'un aussi grand...)

Ici comme ailleurs la vie arrêtée a repris son cours avec des absurdités, des incohérences, du cynisme parfois... "Mesdames, messieurs, veuillez respecter la distance d'un mètre cinquante pour monter et descendre du train, mais une fois à bord vous aurez un voisin de siège puisque la promesse des 50% de places vendues a aussi été supprimée 2 jours avant !"

Bonjour, un nouveau projet, pourquoi pas.

Après 5 voyages aux USA, nous avons décidé de changer de lieu, un peu aidé aussi par une visite à faire a une amie à Victoria. Certes on aurait bien aimé qu’elle soit sur la côte est mais voilà. Nous prévoyons de faire une halte de quelques jours à Victoria dans le courant du mois de juin puis de rejoindre Montréal.

Une rapide présentation s’impose. Nous sommes un couple de retraité qui aura 71 ans à cette époque. On voyage en voiture avec les nuits en motels/hôtels, aucune expérience avec les B&B qui semblent très courant dans ce pays. Comme je suis le seul conducteur, j’ai volontairement limité les trajets à environ 300km/jour à la suite d’une mauvaise expérience en 2017. On aime bien randonner mais maintenant, on se contente de petites distances assez faciles, au besoin on en fera plusieurs par jour.

Dans le circuit ci-dessous, je n’ai, bien sûr, pas indiqué tous les petits arrêts inévitables ici ou là. Comme vous le voyez, les dates ne sont pas fixes et le nombre de jours peut aussi évoluer un peu. Donc rien n’est réservé !

Le circuit

J01-Vancouver-Montréal, avion, récupérer la voiture, la visite de Montréal ne nous intéresse pas. Nuit à : Saint-Jérome J02-NP Mont Tremblant : La Chute du Diable, la Roche, la Coulée & la Corniche, Le Lac des Femmes Nuit à : Saint-Jérome J03-NP de la Mauricie : Le Passage, Lac Edouard Nuit à : Grand-Mère J04-Parc des Chutes-de-la-Petite-Rivière-Bostonnais, Pont couvert Ducharme, Halte du Curé-Normandin Nuit à : Ermitage Saint-Antoine J05-Lac St-Jean, Val Jalbert, Chambord Chute Ouiatchouan, Parc de la Pointe-Taillon Nuit à : Alma J06-Saguenay : Fjord du Saguenay, Site de la Nouvelle-France, Statue Notre-Dame-Du-Saguenay, L’Anse de Tabatière Nuit à : Saint-Simeon J07-Saint-Simeon-Rivière-Du-Loup Ferry, Grand Falls, Hays Falls, journée de transition Nuit à : Fredericton J08-Welsford Falls, Saint-John : Marché de Saint-Jean, Mispec Beach, Saint Martins Sea Caves Nuit à : Saint-Martins J09-Fundy Trail Nuit à : Alma J10-Cap Enragé, Pays de la Sagouine, Dune de Buctouche, NP Kouchibouguac : Marais Salé, Le Castor Nuit à : Miramichi J11-Musée Acadien du Québec, Phare de Miscou Nuit à : Caraquet J12-Notre-Dame Du Mont-Saint-Joseph, journée de transition Nuit à : Bonaventure J13-Parc de l'Île-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé, Chute Rivière Aux Emeraudes Nuit à : Gaspé J14-NP du Forillon : La Taïga, Grande-Grave “Une tournée dans les Parages”, Cap gaspé, Le bout du Monde Nuit à : Gaspé J15- NP du Forillon : Cap Bon-Ami, Tour du Mont-Saint-Alban Belvédère de L'Anse-de-L'Étang, Grande-Vallee, L'Anse-Pleureuse, Mont-Saint-Pierre Nuit à : Sainte-Anne-Des-Monts J16-NP de la Gaspésie : Lac aux Américains, Mont Ernest-Laforge Nuit à : Matane J17-Phare-de-Pointe-au-Père, NP du Bic : Cap-Caribou & Pointe-aux-Épinettes, Cap-à-l'Orignal, Trois-Pistoles, Rivière-Du-Loup, Notre-Dame-Du-Portage Nuit à : Kamouraska J18 à J20 Quebec, nuit sur place J21- Montréal, retour en avion

Malgré mon passage dans les environs de Québec pour mon travail, il y a une dizaine d’année, nous ne connaissons pas ce pays, donc vos avis nous seraient précieux.

Est-il utile de prendre une carte annuelle pour les entrées dans les NP et si oui, laquelle ?

Merci de vos réponses.

Bonjour, Suite à une erreur de ma part🙄 nous allons arriver à 14h à Miami pour une croisière qui part le lendemain à 19h. Je voudrai visiter la ville mais surtout aller voir le parc des Everglades et ses crocodiles. Nous aurons 1 semaine plus tard une escale de 7h à 16h à Miami. Est-ce que dans le port on trouve des sociétés pour des excursions à la journée? J’hésite à louer une voiture pour y aller (nous serons 3). Autre question, pour se ballader le 1er soir, et découvrir un peu, il vaut mieux loger dans quel coin? J’ai l’habitude d’organiser mes excursions moi-même mais je ne maîtrise pas trop le facteur temps d’une grande ville comme ça. Merci

Bonjour, je recherche des conseils sur un point de chute dans les Landes (ou GIronde) cet été.

Idéalement un endroit plutôt dans les terres, qui nous permette de rayonner en voiture pour différentes activités (selon ce qu'il sera possible de faire en août avec la CoVid... 🙁) avec notre enfant qui aura 3 ans et demi : surtout de petites balades en forêt, peut-être une location de vélo avec carriole s'il y a des pistes cyclables ?, visite de jolis villages, bien sûr aller voir la mer mais plutôt des baignades en lac, etc. Et le moins il y aura de monde, le mieux ce sera. 😛

Quel coin conseilleriez-vous ? Merci aux habitués de cette région.

Bonjour !

Je prépare actuellement avec ma mère un voyage à Londres pour le mois de décembre de cette année ou de l'année prochaine en fonction de l'évolution de la situation (ça permet de s'évader un peu du confinement ^^).

Nous sommes déjà venues à Londres il y a quelques années et avons fait les sites les plus touristiques, donc nous sommes parties sur un programme un peu plus original cette fois.

Tout est presque bouclé, mais il nous reste néanmoins quelques questions auxquelles je n'ai pas pu trouver de réponse, aussi je me permets de vous les poser, en espérant que vous pourrez m'aider.

1/ Les marchés de Noël. J'ai trouvé sur un site le nom de quatre grands marchés de Noël. - Hyde Park Winter Wonderland (métro Hyde Park Corner) - Southbank Center Winter Market (métro Waterloo) - Christmas by the River (métro London Bridge) - Christmas in Leicester Square Market (métro Charing Cross)

-> En supposant que les conditions soient les mêmes que celles des années passées (donc nonobstant les conditions sanitaires), ces marchés ont-ils des spécificités propres ? L'un d'entre eux en particulier vaut-il la peine d'être visité (esthétique des décorations, produits locaux...) ? En connaissez-vous d'autres éventuellement ? Et surtout : quel est à peu près leur horaire de fermeture, plutôt en fin d'après-midi style 18h ou en milieu de soirée style 22h ?

2/ Les vitrines -> Y a-t-il à Londres des vitrines de magasins particulièrement bien décorées, un peu comme nos Galeries Lafayette parisiennes ? On m'a déjà parlé de Harrods et Harvey Nichols, en connaissez-vous d'autres ?

3/ Les artisans créateurs Nous aimons particulièrement acheter nos bijoux, vêtements... chez de petits artisans créateurs. Cela permet un contact humain plus chaleureux, et cela donne un sens plus concret à l'argent dépensé en leur permettant de vivre.

-> Savez-vous s'il existe un quartier regroupant plusieurs de ces artisans créateurs (un peu comme le quartier du Marais à Paris) ?

Voilà, j'ai fait le tour de mes questions. Je vous remercie par avance pour votre aide !

(October 2018).

This account of a short stay in Kenya was originally meant for our friends and family, but to pass the time—for both us and you—and to add some content to the increasingly quiet columns of Voyage Forum during these weeks of confinement, when travelers can only journey in their minds, we decided to share the 25 pages of my ramblings, illustrated with Yolande’s photos, from an extraordinary stay in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. We waited until the two previous discussions on this same topic, filled with stunning photos and started by Régis and then Claire—sometimes in agreement, sometimes differing but always full of insights—had quieted down a bit before jumping in. Well, we’ll give it a try.

Let’s clarify: one of us claims to be a beginner photographer, and the other is just an unrepentant dreamer and modest writer. We often pursued our passions separately—Yolande with her mentor and me with an incomparable tracker—so sometimes the photos don’t quite match the text, or vice versa.

We hope you enjoy reading this lengthy post, which is longer than usual in VF’s sections (except, of course, for Mr. Voyajou). A thousand apologies for straying off the beaten path.

Alright, here we go!

Escale de 3 jours à Juba. Petit aéroport minable. Ville pauvre, les grands axes sont goudronnés, le reste en pistes défoncées, couvertes de bouteilles plastiques, d'huile de vidange par-ci par-là, de chien errants, de gravas, de revendeurs de bananes, etc.... Rester discret lors de la prise de photos, ayant eu quelques soucis dont un avec un individu qui voulait récupérer mon appareil (?), pas content que je prenne des photos. A priori peu de risques d'agressions de jour en ville de jour, la prudence s'impose toutefois. Déplacements économiques en moto-taxi. Un mall en centre ville quasi abandonné (subsiste un magasin de téléphonie, un café). Un super marché moderne au nord, où les prix sont 50% plus élevés qu'en France tout en payant avec de l'argent local changé au noir. Change : on obtient facilement au moins le double en ville, à l'hôtel, etc... (02/2020 : 1€ = 300 SSP* au lieu de 145 en officiel). *Livre Sud Soudanaise. Juba fait penser à ville malgache, genre Tuléar. Visa ardu à obtenir à Paris (faut pas être pressé disons). GL.

Bonjour à toutes et tous,

Je recherche un treck de 3 à 5 jours dans la zone de la vallée de l'Omo pour aller à les rencontres des mursis, sari....

Plus précisément sur la rive ouest de l'Omo, vallée de Kibish.

Un treck compris dans un circuit d'environ 15 jours dans le sud de l'Ethiopie.

Merci de me communiquer vos retours d'expérience avec si possible les coordonnées de vos guides ou agences.

Bonjour à tous

Mon épouse et moi planifions un Voyage en France l’année prochaine. J’ai été 3 fois à Paris (que j’adore) et Versailles et une journée à Tours (mes ancêtres sont tourangeaux), mais je n’ai jamais pu visité le reste de la France ce que nous souhaitons remédier cette fois. Nous prévoyons y être 3 ou 4 semaines et je réalise qu’il va falloir faire des choix. Le plan initial est d’atterrir à Bruxelles et y passer 3 jours car j’aimerais faire découvrir Bruxelles, Gand et Bruges à mon épouse. Nous allons louer une auto au départ de Bruxelles pour nous diriger ensuite vers la Normandie. L'idée de départ est de visiter Rouen, Honfleur, Bayeux, le mont St-Michel, Arromanche (peut-être Giverny si possible) en 4 jours. Est-ce réaliste? Sinon quel serait selon vous les endroits à priorisé? Également nous aimerions nous fixer à un endroit pour rayonner à partir de ce lieu. Pourriez-vous me suggérer un endroit?

Merci à l’avance,

Ré bonjour, Petit soucis avec base camp. Pour rejoindre Walvis Bay à Sandwich Harbour, base camp fait s'arrêter la piste et elle reprend environs 50m plus loin. Même problème avec la piste dans le canyon Kuiseb. Ce problème n'apparaît pas sur la carte papier. Quelqu'un a t il réussi ces passages ou y a t il un réel problème.?? Doit on faire demi tour ou c' est fait pour vous inciter à prendre un guide. Merci beaucoup pour votre aide

Bonjour à tous Nous partons 3 semaines en Juillet aux ETATS UNIS Nous sommes partis plusieurs fois dans cet immense pays, nous partons visiter Chicago, les grands lacs et pourquoi pas les chutes du Niagara. J'ai déjà acheté les billets d'avions France-Chicago/Chicago-France. J'aimerais connaître votre avis sur les 2 circuits ci-dessous

Je n'arrive pas à me décider. Ou m'orienter sur Chicago et la régions des grands ou partir vers Detroit, les chutes du Niagara et remonter vers les lacs. Je sais (en ayant potasser le forum )que la route de Chicago à Détroit est monotone. J'ai vu aussi que la douane entre les USA et le Canada peut être longue. J'ai vu aussi que pour la location de la voiture il faut s'orienter sur les compagnies connues pour avoir le droit de traverser la frontières. Mais, est ce un bon choix de rester sur la région des grands lacs ??? Nous aimons la nature et moins les villes.

Qu'en penses-vous ? merci par avance

CIRCUIT 1 CHICAGO/TORONTO/NIAGARA

Jour 1 France / CHICAGO Jour 2 CHICAGO Jour 3 CHICAGO Jour 4 CHICAGO-INDIANA DUNES (80 km) Jour 5 INDIANA DUNES-DETROIT (400 km) Jour 6 DETROIT (visite du musée Ford) Jour 7 DETROIT-NIAGARA Jour 8 Chutes du NIAGARA Jour 9 NIAGARA-TORONTO (200 km) Jour 10 TORONTO visite de la ville Jour 11 TORONTO-PENINSULE DE BRUCE à TOBERMORY (300km) Jour 12 PENINSULE DE BRUCE Jour 13 : PENINSULE DE BRUCE-ILE DE MANITOULIN en FERRY Jour 14 ILE DE MANITOULIN Jour 15 : ILE DE MANITOULIN-SAULT SAINTE MARINE (350 km) Jour 16 : SAULT SAINTE MARIE-MUNISING (200 km) Jour 17 : VISITE DU PARC PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE Jour 18 MUNISING-COMTE DE DOOR à EPHRAIM (350km) Jour 19 COMTE DE DOOR- MILWAUKEE (250 km) Jour 20 MILWAUKEE visite de la ville Jour 21 MILWAUKEE-CHICAGO (150 km) VOL en soirée

CIRCUIT 2 CHICAGO ET LES GRANDS LACS

Jour 1: FRANCE-CHICAGO Jour 2 CHICAGO Jour 3 CHICAGO Jour 4 CHICAGO-MILWAUKEE (150 km) Récupérer la voiture de location Jour 5 MIWAUKEE visite de la ville Jour 6 MILWAUKEE-EPHRAIM (3h de route) Jour 7 EPHRAIM Cave Point County Park et Peninsula State Park Peninsula State Park : Visiter le parc à vélo. Belle piste cyclable à travers la forêt en Bord de lac. Halte au phare Eagle Bluff par le Sunset Bike tour en une heure environ Jour 8 EPHRAIM-MARQUETTE (5h de route) Jour 9 PARC PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE Dormir à DULUTH Jour 10 DULUTH-GRAND MARAIS (2h de route) Jour 11 GRAND MARAIS-TERACE BAY (3h) Jour 12 TERACE BAY-SAULT SAINTE MARIE 500 km en 2 jours Jour 13 SAULT SAINTE MARIE-SAINT IGNACE (80 km) Jour 14 SAINT IGNACE-MAKINAC ISLAND Ferry Jour 16 MACKINAC ISLAND Jour17 MACKINAC ISLAND-TRAVERSE CITY ferry retour Jour 18 Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park Jour 19 TRAVERSE CITY-SAUGATUCK (3h30) Jour 20 WARREN DUNES STATE PARK Jour 21 WARREN DUNES-CHICAGO (1h30) VOL EN SOIREE

Bonjour tout le monde,

Nous partons dans début mars à deux pour un combiné Kenya – Tanzanie. Nous arrivons à Nairobi en soirée où nous passerons la première nuit. Puis nous souhaitons passer 3 nuits dans le parc d’Amboseli avant de rejoindre la Tanzanie via le poste de frontière Namanga.

J’aimerai savoir si vous avez des suggestions pour l’hébergement ? (pas de camping) A défaut des lodges/camps que vous ne recommanderiez absolument pas (et la ou les raisons si possible), ce qui permettra déjà d’écarter ces établissements. Notre but, voir des grands groupes éléphants, et (le rêve) avec le Kilimandjaro dégagé en arrière-plan. Evidement tous les autres animaux que nous pourrions voir sont les bienvenues ^^

Merci pour vos conseils.