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Looking for partner(s) for the Three Passes trek and two 6000m peaks in Nepal
Hi everyone.
I’m putting together my next trek project for the Khumbu Valley.
I was there this year in October-November and would love to go back, ideally in November 2026.
I’m planning the Three Passes trek, including the ascent of Lobuche and Island Peak. The intermediate summits like Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar will also be part of the adventure.
I’ve already requested a quote from the agency I used this year. Prices vary depending on the number of people. To be honest, going solo with a guide and a porter costs me (excluding the FRANCE-NEPAL flight) 3200 € + $990 extra for the guide (insurance, bonuses). With two people, the price drops to 3000 €, and the $990 disappears. That suddenly makes it much more affordable.
I’d love to go with one or more other people for several reasons. The cost, of course, but also—and most importantly—because it’s way more fun to share this kind of adventure.
Just to clarify, I know this agency well. They’re very professional, French-speaking, and handle any issues that come up. It’s been tested and approved. The ideal time is really November. This year, we had a late monsoon when we left at the end of October, followed by exceptional weather. But a late monsoon means snow—Gokyo was completely snowed in, and the passes were extremely tricky.
The ideal timing is a full month door-to-door, so from France back to France.
Don’t hesitate—there’s plenty of time. I’m just planning to confirm the trip during the winter, around February/March 2026.
See you soon
I’m putting together my next trek project for the Khumbu Valley.
I was there this year in October-November and would love to go back, ideally in November 2026.
I’m planning the Three Passes trek, including the ascent of Lobuche and Island Peak. The intermediate summits like Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar will also be part of the adventure.
I’ve already requested a quote from the agency I used this year. Prices vary depending on the number of people. To be honest, going solo with a guide and a porter costs me (excluding the FRANCE-NEPAL flight) 3200 € + $990 extra for the guide (insurance, bonuses). With two people, the price drops to 3000 €, and the $990 disappears. That suddenly makes it much more affordable.
I’d love to go with one or more other people for several reasons. The cost, of course, but also—and most importantly—because it’s way more fun to share this kind of adventure.
Just to clarify, I know this agency well. They’re very professional, French-speaking, and handle any issues that come up. It’s been tested and approved. The ideal time is really November. This year, we had a late monsoon when we left at the end of October, followed by exceptional weather. But a late monsoon means snow—Gokyo was completely snowed in, and the passes were extremely tricky.
The ideal timing is a full month door-to-door, so from France back to France.
Don’t hesitate—there’s plenty of time. I’m just planning to confirm the trip during the winter, around February/March 2026.
See you soon
License for renting motorbikes in Vietnam and Laos
Hi there!
I’m heading to Vietnam and Laos with a buddy next week for a month. We’re thinking of renting motorbikes, especially to do the Ha Giang Loop. We don’t have an international license, just our Belgian one. Is that enough? If not, is it risky?
Thanks for the info! !
I’m heading to Vietnam and Laos with a buddy next week for a month. We’re thinking of renting motorbikes, especially to do the Ha Giang Loop. We don’t have an international license, just our Belgian one. Is that enough? If not, is it risky?
Thanks for the info! !
Where to rent a small car in Cape Town? Your agency recommendations
Hi there,
It’s quite urgent—we land in Cape Town on September 26th and need to rent a small car for 6 weeks. The reviews we’re reading for just about any agency are terrible. So I’m really hoping you can share your experiences to help us make the least bad choice. I’m counting on you to help with this super tough decision!
Tollebp
It’s quite urgent—we land in Cape Town on September 26th and need to rent a small car for 6 weeks. The reviews we’re reading for just about any agency are terrible. So I’m really hoping you can share your experiences to help us make the least bad choice. I’m counting on you to help with this super tough decision!
Tollebp
Where to rent a car in Djerba?
We’re planning a week-long trip to southern Tunisia in early September and we’d like to rent a car in Djerba. We don’t have a credit card, only a debit card.
Any good tips on rates and reliability?
Where to travel in Southeast Asia with a 5-month-old baby?
hi,
I had planned to take a gap year with my 4-year-old daughter starting this fall. A happy but unplanned event is changing the plans: a new baby arriving in just a few days.
So now I’ll be waiting until she’s 5 MONTHS old. Which countries would you recommend for traveling in Southeast Asia where I’d have adequate healthcare infrastructure in case of any issues?
What travel insurance do you suggest?
What itineraries have you done?
thanks
First trip to Sardinia from 04/12/24 to 04/21/24
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.
-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.
One-week itinerary in Croatia (Split)
Hi there,
I’m in the middle of planning our trip to Croatia. We’re arriving in early September for a week in Split and leaving from Split as well. We’re a couple with a 20-month-old little girl. We’re renting a car directly at the airport, which I still need to book (I have a GOLD debit card). I hope that won’t be an issue because, logically, with this card, I shouldn’t need to take out extra insurance from the rental company. If you have any recommendations on that, I’d love to hear them.
As for the itinerary I’m planning, I’ve already ruled out Plitvice and Zadar because we don’t want to spend too much time on the road—this is a vacation, after all—and some travelers told me Zadar can be seen quickly and isn’t worth the long drive. For the nights, someone already suggested we spend the last two in Trogir to consolidate.
I particularly love beautiful towns, historic centers, ports, taking photos, shopping, beaches, and seeing stunning places. We’re not big on museums, and hiking with a little one makes long or steep hikes tricky, especially with the heat we might encounter.
Here’s the initial plan I’ve come up with:
Day 1:
Activities: Arrive in Split in the morning, pick up the car, explore the historic center, Marjan Hill... Klis Fortress, and see what else we can add before evening. Night: Initially planned near Plitvice (2 min away).
Day 2:
Activities: Day at Plitvice—check out Entrance 1 or 2 with the baby. Night: Lozovac (2 min from Krka, 16 min from Šibenik, and 1 hour from Zadar).
Day 3: Activities: Zadar and Šibenik. Night: Lozovac (2 min from Krka, 16 min from Šibenik, and 1 hour from Zadar).
Day 4: Activities: Krka National Park (someone recommended going after 4 PM and seeing the "circular" waterfalls) + Primošten. Night: Lozovac (2 min from Krka, 16 min from Šibenik, and 1 hour from Zadar).
Day 5: Activities: Hvar (exploring the island). Night: Jelsa.
Day 6: Activities: Omiš + Starigrad Fortress. Night: Omiš.
Day 7: Activities: Trogir city center, Čiovo Island. Night: Trogir.
I haven’t updated the plan yet because I’m still looking for the best way to optimize it. Someone suggested Makarska and Brač as alternatives to Plitvice.
Given that I’m already planning to visit Hvar with an overnight stay, is it worth adding Brač? If so, maybe taking the ferry without the car—would we still be able to enjoy the day without being too limited? Did I forget anything essential? Thanks in advance—I know answering all these questions can be repetitive, but it’ll save me so much time and help optimize our vacation. I also like to take my time and enjoy being there rather than stressing over preparations, which is why I’m planning just enough. What’s most important to me is optimizing the route and staying in places that let us explore easily. I think we’ll come back another time to enjoy Dubrovnik, which we didn’t include in this itinerary because it’s over two hours away with a border crossing.
What I really want to see: Trogir, Split, Krka, Hvar…
I’m in the middle of planning our trip to Croatia. We’re arriving in early September for a week in Split and leaving from Split as well. We’re a couple with a 20-month-old little girl. We’re renting a car directly at the airport, which I still need to book (I have a GOLD debit card). I hope that won’t be an issue because, logically, with this card, I shouldn’t need to take out extra insurance from the rental company. If you have any recommendations on that, I’d love to hear them.
As for the itinerary I’m planning, I’ve already ruled out Plitvice and Zadar because we don’t want to spend too much time on the road—this is a vacation, after all—and some travelers told me Zadar can be seen quickly and isn’t worth the long drive. For the nights, someone already suggested we spend the last two in Trogir to consolidate.
I particularly love beautiful towns, historic centers, ports, taking photos, shopping, beaches, and seeing stunning places. We’re not big on museums, and hiking with a little one makes long or steep hikes tricky, especially with the heat we might encounter.
Here’s the initial plan I’ve come up with:
Day 1:
Activities: Arrive in Split in the morning, pick up the car, explore the historic center, Marjan Hill... Klis Fortress, and see what else we can add before evening. Night: Initially planned near Plitvice (2 min away).
Day 2:
Activities: Day at Plitvice—check out Entrance 1 or 2 with the baby. Night: Lozovac (2 min from Krka, 16 min from Šibenik, and 1 hour from Zadar).
Day 3: Activities: Zadar and Šibenik. Night: Lozovac (2 min from Krka, 16 min from Šibenik, and 1 hour from Zadar).
Day 4: Activities: Krka National Park (someone recommended going after 4 PM and seeing the "circular" waterfalls) + Primošten. Night: Lozovac (2 min from Krka, 16 min from Šibenik, and 1 hour from Zadar).
Day 5: Activities: Hvar (exploring the island). Night: Jelsa.
Day 6: Activities: Omiš + Starigrad Fortress. Night: Omiš.
Day 7: Activities: Trogir city center, Čiovo Island. Night: Trogir.
I haven’t updated the plan yet because I’m still looking for the best way to optimize it. Someone suggested Makarska and Brač as alternatives to Plitvice.
Given that I’m already planning to visit Hvar with an overnight stay, is it worth adding Brač? If so, maybe taking the ferry without the car—would we still be able to enjoy the day without being too limited? Did I forget anything essential? Thanks in advance—I know answering all these questions can be repetitive, but it’ll save me so much time and help optimize our vacation. I also like to take my time and enjoy being there rather than stressing over preparations, which is why I’m planning just enough. What’s most important to me is optimizing the route and staying in places that let us explore easily. I think we’ll come back another time to enjoy Dubrovnik, which we didn’t include in this itinerary because it’s over two hours away with a border crossing.
What I really want to see: Trogir, Split, Krka, Hvar…
How to get a work permit in Quebec?
Hi everyone,
My husband and I are planning to move to the beautiful region of Quebec for work. But honestly, we’re finding all sorts of conflicting information when trying to figure out how to start the eligibility process.
Have any of you gone through these steps before? If so, we’d love to hear your tips!
My husband works in baking (bakery/pastry), and I work in insurance in France.
I think his job might be easier to get a work permit for than mine.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
the Durand family
My husband and I are planning to move to the beautiful region of Quebec for work. But honestly, we’re finding all sorts of conflicting information when trying to figure out how to start the eligibility process.
Have any of you gone through these steps before? If so, we’d love to hear your tips!
My husband works in baking (bakery/pastry), and I work in insurance in France.
I think his job might be easier to get a work permit for than mine.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
the Durand family
Price difference for car rental in Washington
Hi everyone,
I’m reaching out for your help because I’m a bit lost trying to rent a car in Washington, DC. I’ve already rented twice out West with ALAMO—no issues, brand-new SUVs… This time, I need to rent an SUV for 12 days in Washington and return it at Newark Airport in NYC. I never would’ve thought there’d be such a price difference between the East and West Coasts!!! 12 days out East costs almost the same as 26 days out West! With Alamo out West, full insurance where you return the vehicle no matter its condition is called CDW. Here, it’s not clear at all. I’ve never rented from another company. If I stick with the two "big rental companies," here are my options:
ALAMO DULLES AIRPORT: 1,250 € with additional protection included (96 €) AVIS AIRPORT: 831 € with additional protection included (96 €) Or AVIS downtown WASHINGTON, 700m from my hotel, where I’d save on the taxi to the airport! Same price: 831 €. Has anyone ever picked up a vehicle downtown? Given the small indoor parking lot, I’m guessing the selection is limited. Is there a difference between AVIS and ALAMO? Because between 830 € and 1,250 €??????????? I’m not too familiar with other rental companies. I’ve rented brand-new cars in Europe from BUDGET for 70 € a week with no issues, but this is on the other side of the world!!!! Thanks so much for your feedback! Have a great day
I’m reaching out for your help because I’m a bit lost trying to rent a car in Washington, DC. I’ve already rented twice out West with ALAMO—no issues, brand-new SUVs… This time, I need to rent an SUV for 12 days in Washington and return it at Newark Airport in NYC. I never would’ve thought there’d be such a price difference between the East and West Coasts!!! 12 days out East costs almost the same as 26 days out West! With Alamo out West, full insurance where you return the vehicle no matter its condition is called CDW. Here, it’s not clear at all. I’ve never rented from another company. If I stick with the two "big rental companies," here are my options:
ALAMO DULLES AIRPORT: 1,250 € with additional protection included (96 €) AVIS AIRPORT: 831 € with additional protection included (96 €) Or AVIS downtown WASHINGTON, 700m from my hotel, where I’d save on the taxi to the airport! Same price: 831 €. Has anyone ever picked up a vehicle downtown? Given the small indoor parking lot, I’m guessing the selection is limited. Is there a difference between AVIS and ALAMO? Because between 830 € and 1,250 €??????????? I’m not too familiar with other rental companies. I’ve rented brand-new cars in Europe from BUDGET for 70 € a week with no issues, but this is on the other side of the world!!!! Thanks so much for your feedback! Have a great day
Is there a deductible for basic car rental with Alamo in the USA?
Hello,
we rented a car with Alamo that we’ll pick up in Las Vegas.
However, for the basic rental, it’s not clear whether there’s a deductible in case of damage...
For the included CDW, they just state this, and it doesn’t help much if the basic CDW includes a zero deductible:
Thanks if you’ve had any feedback or clarifications that could help me.
The Damage Waiver (DW) is not insurance. Purchasing the DW is optional and not required to rent a vehicle. You may also purchase optional DW for an additional fee. If you purchase DW, we agree, subject to the actions listed in the rental agreement that void the DW, to contractually release you from all or part of the costs resulting from damage, loss, or theft of the vehicle. The Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) is not valid for damages occurring in Mexico. Before deciding whether to purchase LDW, it is recommended that you consult your insurer or a representative of your credit card company to determine if, in the event of damage or theft of the vehicle, you are protected against costs arising from such incidents and if you benefit from a deductible waiver. For rentals in California, the cost of collision damage waiver (CDW) ranges from $16.99 to $500.00 per day depending on the type of vehicle rented."
The Damage Waiver (DW) is not insurance. Purchasing the DW is optional and not required to rent a vehicle. You may also purchase optional DW for an additional fee. If you purchase DW, we agree, subject to the actions listed in the rental agreement that void the DW, to contractually release you from all or part of the costs resulting from damage, loss, or theft of the vehicle. The Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) is not valid for damages occurring in Mexico. Before deciding whether to purchase LDW, it is recommended that you consult your insurer or a representative of your credit card company to determine if, in the event of damage or theft of the vehicle, you are protected against costs arising from such incidents and if you benefit from a deductible waiver. For rentals in California, the cost of collision damage waiver (CDW) ranges from $16.99 to $500.00 per day depending on the type of vehicle rented."
Long Stay Project in Southern Africa: Seeking Help and Recommendations
Hello, we’re starting this discussion to share our project and get a little help.
We’re French and passionate about Southern Africa. For over twenty years, we’ve taken several trips to South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia, always traveling independently and on the move. In 2009, we took a sabbatical and spent eight months in Southern Africa. To do this, we bought a vehicle in South Africa, with the help of a Frenchman living there who guided us through the registration and insurance process. Unfortunately, he has since passed away.
Now, we’d like to spend several months a year in Southern Africa, mainly in Botswana, South Africa, and Namibia, but also in Zambia and Zimbabwe.
We’d like to buy a 4x4, either already equipped or to be outfitted, but we’re not sure where it’s best to buy it: South Africa, Namibia, or Botswana?
We’re looking for someone who can help us with the registration and insurance process (we’re not bilingual, on top of everything!). Do you have any contacts you could recommend? We’d appreciate any information or recommendations to help us with our project.
We’re also looking for a rental or guesthouse in Johannesburg for November 2025, run by French speakers or people who speak French.
Once we’re there, the question of the 90-day tourist visa will come up. Apparently, it’s no longer possible to leave the territory for a few days and re-enter. We’re considering applying for a Retired Person Visa. However, the process from France seems complicated: no response from the South African embassy in Paris or from Botswana… So, we’re thinking of looking into it directly once we’re there.
Thank you so much for your help. Pedro Lyon (France)
We’re French and passionate about Southern Africa. For over twenty years, we’ve taken several trips to South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Zambia, always traveling independently and on the move. In 2009, we took a sabbatical and spent eight months in Southern Africa. To do this, we bought a vehicle in South Africa, with the help of a Frenchman living there who guided us through the registration and insurance process. Unfortunately, he has since passed away.
Now, we’d like to spend several months a year in Southern Africa, mainly in Botswana, South Africa, and Namibia, but also in Zambia and Zimbabwe.
We’d like to buy a 4x4, either already equipped or to be outfitted, but we’re not sure where it’s best to buy it: South Africa, Namibia, or Botswana?
We’re looking for someone who can help us with the registration and insurance process (we’re not bilingual, on top of everything!). Do you have any contacts you could recommend? We’d appreciate any information or recommendations to help us with our project.
We’re also looking for a rental or guesthouse in Johannesburg for November 2025, run by French speakers or people who speak French.
Once we’re there, the question of the 90-day tourist visa will come up. Apparently, it’s no longer possible to leave the territory for a few days and re-enter. We’re considering applying for a Retired Person Visa. However, the process from France seems complicated: no response from the South African embassy in Paris or from Botswana… So, we’re thinking of looking into it directly once we’re there.
Thank you so much for your help. Pedro Lyon (France)
Warning about Adobe Rent-a-Car in Costa Rica
Hello,
We just spent nearly 3 weeks in Costa Rica and had rented a car from ADOBE RENT-A-CAR. For the occasion, I had provided a document from my bank confirming that my VISA Premier card (gold card) covered—by far—the additional CDW insurance that this rental company strongly recommends. On-site, when it came time to pay the mandatory third-party insurance, my card was declined (luckily, we had another basic debit card that worked without any issues). The reason given by the rental company: my card was invalid or I had a banking problem. The same result and comments occurred at a second ADOBE agency. After contacting my bank and their customer service, they confirmed there was no issue! What’s more, throughout the trip, we used this same card to pay for various purchases (gas, restaurants, attractions, etc.) without any problems...
After expressing my dissatisfaction to this rental company on Trustpilot (you can check the site), ADOBE refused to address the issue but admitted that this mandatory insurance is required...
In reality, it’s clear that this rental company refuses this card so that tourists will purchase their additional insurance.
The travel agency we booked through has requested a meeting with ADOBE for clarification. I’m waiting for their conclusions.
Additionally, I noticed on certain sites like tripadvisor.ca or itinego.com/fr/costarica/guide/43/location-voiture-suv-4x4 that this card is no longer accepted...
So, BE CAREFUL: Before leaving, make sure to check with the rental company you’re using to confirm that your card is accepted Always have another bank card as a backup
Best regards
So, BE CAREFUL: Before leaving, make sure to check with the rental company you’re using to confirm that your card is accepted Always have another bank card as a backup
Best regards
Driving across Thailand off the beaten path
Hi there.
We’d like to drive across Thailand from Bangkok to the north of the country by car, in several stages, far from the beaten track.
Could anyone give us some tips on this kind of trip?
Thanks so much, Laurent and Marie
Renting a car in Krabi province
Hi!
We're spending 4 days in Krabi in April—lots of walks, hikes, and sites to explore, all about 30 km away.
I'm wondering, since I'm not a big fan of minibuses (some of us get motion sickness easily), is it feasible to rent a car to explore the Krabi area?
Or is that a bad idea?
Thanks for your feedback!!!
Denied boarding due to visa with the wrong date
Today I ended up being denied boarding at CDG. I booked the trip through a physical travel agency with no assistance for the visa application. I applied in plenty of time and got the approval. Except I put the 9th (the day I left France) as the date instead of the 10th, which is the arrival date in India. That’s what caused the denial. I’m guessing I don’t have any recourse? Thanks for your replies.
Renting an off-road SUV or AWD Jeep in Salt Lake City
Hi there,
I’m looking to find a company at Salt Lake City airport that rents vehicles for gravel roads: Burr Trail, Cottonwood Canyon, etc.
Thanks
Practical feedback from a 3-week road trip in Québec and Ontario
Hi there, here are some practical details that might help you plan a future trip to Québec-Ontario.
3 weeks as a couple from September 21 to October 15, 2024.
Flight: Lyon-Montreal with Air Transat, 850 €.
Accommodation: We only booked the first two nights at a hotel in Montreal. After that, we reserved the day before or even the same afternoon for the next night, going with the flow of the trip. No availability issues—there are plenty of motels. Expect to pay around 80-100 € per night, as accommodation is pricey. -Car rental: Booked with Authentik/Thrifty for 760 € for 20 days. Pick-up at the downtown branch, drop-off at the airport. Smooth, quick, and the staff were great. The car was recent. We got extra insurance through SereniZen. We drove about 5,000 km, and gas was less than 1 € per liter. -Food: Quick note—it’s expensive and not great. -Health: Medical costs seem very high, so on top of credit card insurance, we were advised to get extra coverage. We went with Heymondo. -Tap water is drinkable everywhere. -SIM card: 4GB with unlimited calls for 1 month, 17 €. -Our favorite spots for fall colors: the Eastern Townships, Algonquin Park, and Mont Tremblant. Safe travels!
Accommodation: We only booked the first two nights at a hotel in Montreal. After that, we reserved the day before or even the same afternoon for the next night, going with the flow of the trip. No availability issues—there are plenty of motels. Expect to pay around 80-100 € per night, as accommodation is pricey. -Car rental: Booked with Authentik/Thrifty for 760 € for 20 days. Pick-up at the downtown branch, drop-off at the airport. Smooth, quick, and the staff were great. The car was recent. We got extra insurance through SereniZen. We drove about 5,000 km, and gas was less than 1 € per liter. -Food: Quick note—it’s expensive and not great. -Health: Medical costs seem very high, so on top of credit card insurance, we were advised to get extra coverage. We went with Heymondo. -Tap water is drinkable everywhere. -SIM card: 4GB with unlimited calls for 1 month, 17 €. -Our favorite spots for fall colors: the Eastern Townships, Algonquin Park, and Mont Tremblant. Safe travels!
Practical feedback from 3 weeks in Québec-Ontario
Hi there, here are some practical details that might help with planning a future trip to Québec-Ontario.
3 weeks as a couple from September 21 to October 15, 2024.
Lyon-Montréal flight with Air Transat: 850 €
Accommodation: We only booked the first two nights at a hotel in Montréal. After that, we reserved the day before or even the same afternoon for the next night, going with the flow of the trip. No availability issues—there are plenty of motels. Accommodation is expensive, though; budget around 80-100 € per night on average. -Car rental with Authentik/Thrifty: 760 € for 20 days. Picked up at the downtown branch and returned at the airport. Smooth, quick, competent staff, and a recent car. Added extra insurance with SereniZen. We drove 5,000 km, and gas was less than 1 € per liter. -Food: We’ll keep it short—expensive and not great. -Health: Medical costs seem very high, so on top of credit card insurance, we were advised to get additional coverage. We went with Heymondo. -Tap water is drinkable everywhere. -SIM card: 4GB with unlimited calls for 1 month: 17 € -Our favorite spots for fall colors: the Eastern Townships, Algonquin Park, and Mont Tremblant. Happy travels!
Accommodation: We only booked the first two nights at a hotel in Montréal. After that, we reserved the day before or even the same afternoon for the next night, going with the flow of the trip. No availability issues—there are plenty of motels. Accommodation is expensive, though; budget around 80-100 € per night on average. -Car rental with Authentik/Thrifty: 760 € for 20 days. Picked up at the downtown branch and returned at the airport. Smooth, quick, competent staff, and a recent car. Added extra insurance with SereniZen. We drove 5,000 km, and gas was less than 1 € per liter. -Food: We’ll keep it short—expensive and not great. -Health: Medical costs seem very high, so on top of credit card insurance, we were advised to get additional coverage. We went with Heymondo. -Tap water is drinkable everywhere. -SIM card: 4GB with unlimited calls for 1 month: 17 € -Our favorite spots for fall colors: the Eastern Townships, Algonquin Park, and Mont Tremblant. Happy travels!
Frais d'annulation pour croisière Tour du monde English translation pending
Bonjour
Nous avons reserver la croisiere tour du monde 2021 costa. Malheureusement mon mari est tombe malade. Il est fort possible qu il ne puisse pas partir. Croisiere. fr nous reclame 50% du montant de la croisiere en cas de demande d annulation. C est une somme enorme. Cette croisiere etait la croisiere de notre vie. Le destin en a decidé autrement. Nous etions tellement surs de la faire que nous n avons pas pris d assurance.
Que pouvez vous me conseiller. ?
Merci d avance
Voyage en Laponie finlandaise en février 2021 English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je dois confirmer un voyage en Laponie fin février 2021 et je ne sais pas quoi faire.
Avez-vous des conseils à me donner. Nous partons à 7 avec enfants et petits enfants.
Merci
Je dois confirmer un voyage en Laponie fin février 2021 et je ne sais pas quoi faire.
Avez-vous des conseils à me donner. Nous partons à 7 avec enfants et petits enfants.
Merci
Louer une voiture à l'île d'Andros English translation pending
Bonjour nous sommes du Canada et nous prévoyons visiter l'île d'Andros en août-septembre 2021.Premièrement j'aimerais savoir quel genre de véhicule louer sur l'île? Comment sont les chemins?On écrit que ce n'est pas tous asphalté.Merci
Litige avec une agence pour un vol à destination de Chicago English translation pending
Réservé un AR pour Chicago en janvier acompte de 30 % l’agence me demande de payer le solde début septembre mais frontière tj ferme y a t il un texte de lois qui me dit que je peux annuler et me faire rembourser mon acompte merci de me renseigner si quelqu’un le connait
Remboursement possible suite au report de croisière au Brésil English translation pending
bonjour, Petite information pour ceux que cela intéresse : Notre croisière au brésil du mois d'avril ayant été annulée, il nous a été octroyé un avoir. Nous nous sommes donc inscrits pour la croisière brésil en sens inverse au mois de novembre. Compte tenu de la pandémie au brésil qui ne s'arrange pas, nous avons préféré ne pas attendre la décision de costa qui sera très certainement contraint d'annuler cette croisière. Nouq l'avons donc annulée dans les délais légaux d'annulation (90 jours), ce qui nous a permis d'être remboursé immédiatement. Nous avons certes perdu 50 €/ personne et les frais de l'assurance mais nous avons déjà été remboursé.
Annulation de voyage en Amérique du Sud et remboursement English translation pending
Bonjour à tous
Je suis très embêtée, ne sachant pas par où commencer
Je devais partir début novembre avec ma soeur en Uruguay au depart de Marseille avec iberia
Puis la bas j ai pris un vol avec aerolinas argentinas pour el calafate et ushuaia
Or tous ces projets tombent à l eau
Ma soeur vient. D être opérée et malheureusement ce n est pas bon du tout
Cancer du colon
Donc impossible de voyager
Comment faire pour recuperer notre argent?
En sachant que j avais pris une assurance. Uniquement avec iberia pas aerolinas
Par quoi dois je commencer?
Prévenir iberia ou l assurance?
Merci encore de m aider
J attends vos réponses
Avoirs suite aux annulations des croisières English translation pending
Bonjour
Je me pose une question de droit
Les avoirs sont inscrits nom nominatif et non cessible
Compte tenu du délai de remboursement à 18 mois si nous décédons , qu’en est ils de nos héritiers ...................
Cherche van aménagé pour le Pérou English translation pending
Bonjour à tous et à toutes,
Mon copain et moi partons pour le perou en janvier 2021 pour un voyage du mois complet. Malgré mes nombreuses recherche je n’arrive pas à trouver De van aménage convenable ou alors ce sont des prix exorbitant. Je m’adresse à la communauté pour avoir vos bon plans mais aussi vos avis sur le sujet, vos expériences ...
Nous ne serons que 2 à voyager donc un petit van avec le strict nécessaire nous suffirais. Pensez vous que pour un mois il est préférable de racheter et revendre à nouveau sachant le délais assez long des ventes de véhicule ou plutôt de passer par des particuliers sur place (avec assurance perso) ou un professionnel qui comprend un pack ?
Pour indication nous pensions longer du bord au sud l’a côté du perou puis remonter en passant par le centre (peut être Amazonie)
Merci à tous pour vos réponses
Ludivine
Ludivine
Agence location voiture pour Faro English translation pending
Bonjour
Je recherche une agence de location de voiture pour Faro en août 2020
Que me conseillez vous.
Merci pour votre réponse
La Thaïlande, what else... English translation pending
Bonjour,
Plus les mois passent, plus je commence à me faire à l'idée qu'il y aura décidément un avant et un après pour ce pays que nous aimons tous. J'avoue humblement que je suis passé d'optimiste à pessimiste.
Aujourd'hui le gouvernement Thaï change les règles, et pour combien de temps
Nous savons maintenant avec certitude que ce sera le parcours du combattant pour y retourner cette année , sans parler du nerf de la guerre ce coût financier qui se dessine . (Assurance , quarantaine, test, bulle j'en passe etc ... )
Vais-je accepter payer une assurance la peau des fesses pour rester enfermé 14 jours dans un hôtel à 64€ par nuit. Ensuite on ne sait pas à quelle sauce on nous mettra sur des rails.
Suis-je le seul à penser cela ?
Enfermé depuis Mars , j'ai vraiment pas envie de rester en France cet hiver . ...
Mais pour aller ou ? Quel est le pays qui se rapproche le plus de la Thaïlande ?
Plus les mois passent, plus je commence à me faire à l'idée qu'il y aura décidément un avant et un après pour ce pays que nous aimons tous. J'avoue humblement que je suis passé d'optimiste à pessimiste.
Aujourd'hui le gouvernement Thaï change les règles, et pour combien de temps
Nous savons maintenant avec certitude que ce sera le parcours du combattant pour y retourner cette année , sans parler du nerf de la guerre ce coût financier qui se dessine . (Assurance , quarantaine, test, bulle j'en passe etc ... )
Vais-je accepter payer une assurance la peau des fesses pour rester enfermé 14 jours dans un hôtel à 64€ par nuit. Ensuite on ne sait pas à quelle sauce on nous mettra sur des rails.
Suis-je le seul à penser cela ?
Enfermé depuis Mars , j'ai vraiment pas envie de rester en France cet hiver . ...
Mais pour aller ou ? Quel est le pays qui se rapproche le plus de la Thaïlande ?
Dialogue impossible avec AB Croisières English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Je veux relater ici ma très mauvaise expérience avec AB croisières. J'avais organisé une croisière pour août 2020 pour ma famille. Facture aux environs de 18.000 € quand même… Deux acomptes versés.
Avec l'épidémie, certains habitant en Afrique ne peuvent pas sortir de leur pays, les autres ne peuvent plus se permettre de faire cette croisière. J'annule, de mon propre chef, donc. Je demande un avoir. On me répond que c'est moi qui annule. Leur "geste commercial" : le report de la même croisière, avec les mêmes personnes à la date de mon choix.
L'assurance souscrite pour près de 500 € me dit que la pandémie n'est pas couverte…
Puis impossibilité d'avoir un interlocuteur au téléphone. Et le solde des 50 % prévus par les cgv a été prélevé sur mon compte sans m'avertir ni me demander mon avis. Donc je veux dire ici : NE PAS RESERVER PAR CARTE BANCAIRE !!!
Je tiens à préciser que je suis bien consciente que c'est moi qui ai annulé, et que ce que je regrette fortement, c'est que AB Croisières préfère faire rentrer de l'argent tout de suite, plutôt qu'offrir une solution amiable.
Bons voyages à tous, dès que possible !
PS : je viens enfin d'avoir un interlocuteur au téléphone, c'est NIET. Je suis très déçue et espère pour leurs employés qu'ils ne seront pas obligés de licencier trop de personnel à cause de leur rigidité.
Avec l'épidémie, certains habitant en Afrique ne peuvent pas sortir de leur pays, les autres ne peuvent plus se permettre de faire cette croisière. J'annule, de mon propre chef, donc. Je demande un avoir. On me répond que c'est moi qui annule. Leur "geste commercial" : le report de la même croisière, avec les mêmes personnes à la date de mon choix.
L'assurance souscrite pour près de 500 € me dit que la pandémie n'est pas couverte…
Puis impossibilité d'avoir un interlocuteur au téléphone. Et le solde des 50 % prévus par les cgv a été prélevé sur mon compte sans m'avertir ni me demander mon avis. Donc je veux dire ici : NE PAS RESERVER PAR CARTE BANCAIRE !!!
Je tiens à préciser que je suis bien consciente que c'est moi qui ai annulé, et que ce que je regrette fortement, c'est que AB Croisières préfère faire rentrer de l'argent tout de suite, plutôt qu'offrir une solution amiable.
Bons voyages à tous, dès que possible !
PS : je viens enfin d'avoir un interlocuteur au téléphone, c'est NIET. Je suis très déçue et espère pour leurs employés qu'ils ne seront pas obligés de licencier trop de personnel à cause de leur rigidité.
Traversée de la Chine en camping-car en 2022 English translation pending
Bonjour,
Nous souhaitons faire la traversée de la Chine avec notre véhicule en 2O22 et on aimerait donc entrer en contact avec des familles qui ont aussi un projet similaire afin d organiser la traversée et ainsi réduire les coûts.
Dans l'attente de vos retours.
Nous souhaitons faire la traversée de la Chine avec notre véhicule en 2O22 et on aimerait donc entrer en contact avec des familles qui ont aussi un projet similaire afin d organiser la traversée et ainsi réduire les coûts.
Dans l'attente de vos retours.