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A week in the Algarve
Back from a week in the Algarve.
The goal was to get some fresh air, walk at a relaxed pace (80 km in 6 days), and visit friends.
Transavia flight: No issues YorCar rental: No issues (and cheap) B&B 1: Quinta do Mocho Turismo Rural in Estoy: Good, even if a bit remote B&B 2: Casa Luma B&B in Lagos: Disappointed (and really disappointed with room #3)
Day 1: Flight, rental car, stop at São Lourenço in Almancil, and visit to Loulé Day 2: Olhão, walk at Praia do Barril, Tavira, and evening in Faro’s old town (park at São Francisco parking lot) Day 3: Walk on the boardwalks at Quinto do Ludo, Falesia beaches, Carvoeiro Day 4: The boardwalks in Alvor, Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Ferragudo, and the boardwalks around Algar Seco Day 5: Ponta da Piedade in Lagos, walk to Praia de Luz from Praia Camilho Day 6: Burgau, Cape Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, Carrapateira, and Praia da Bordeira Day 7: "Sete Vales Suspensos" hike from Marinha Beach
Our highlights: - The Vincentine Coast (Carrapateira), much nicer than the concrete of the southern coast - The fish restaurants and Cataplana (A Barrigada in Lagos, Ribeira do Poço in Vila do Bispo...) - The boardwalks everywhere (Quinto do Ludo, Alvor, Algar Seco...) - The sun on the cliffs and Falesia Beach (it’s the local Bryce Canyon) - Chatting with the fishermen perched on the cliffs of Carrapateira - The weather (we were lucky for early March)
Our disappointments: - The towns and villages (Tavira and Lagos stand out) - The traffic off the highway - The English, the English, and more English everywhere

The goal was to get some fresh air, walk at a relaxed pace (80 km in 6 days), and visit friends.
Transavia flight: No issues YorCar rental: No issues (and cheap) B&B 1: Quinta do Mocho Turismo Rural in Estoy: Good, even if a bit remote B&B 2: Casa Luma B&B in Lagos: Disappointed (and really disappointed with room #3)
Day 1: Flight, rental car, stop at São Lourenço in Almancil, and visit to Loulé Day 2: Olhão, walk at Praia do Barril, Tavira, and evening in Faro’s old town (park at São Francisco parking lot) Day 3: Walk on the boardwalks at Quinto do Ludo, Falesia beaches, Carvoeiro Day 4: The boardwalks in Alvor, Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Ferragudo, and the boardwalks around Algar Seco Day 5: Ponta da Piedade in Lagos, walk to Praia de Luz from Praia Camilho Day 6: Burgau, Cape Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, Carrapateira, and Praia da Bordeira Day 7: "Sete Vales Suspensos" hike from Marinha Beach
Our highlights: - The Vincentine Coast (Carrapateira), much nicer than the concrete of the southern coast - The fish restaurants and Cataplana (A Barrigada in Lagos, Ribeira do Poço in Vila do Bispo...) - The boardwalks everywhere (Quinto do Ludo, Alvor, Algar Seco...) - The sun on the cliffs and Falesia Beach (it’s the local Bryce Canyon) - Chatting with the fishermen perched on the cliffs of Carrapateira - The weather (we were lucky for early March)
Our disappointments: - The towns and villages (Tavira and Lagos stand out) - The traffic off the highway - The English, the English, and more English everywhere

Visits from Ban Wa Tabaek (Chaiyaphum) in Thailand?
Hi,
I’m traveling with a small group for a volunteer mission near Ban Wa Tabaek station (Thep Sathit) next February. What would you recommend visiting from this station for a weekend (leaving Friday afternoon, returning Sunday evening)? The idea is to get away a bit by taking the train (natural park, cultural visit, or something else).
Thanks so much in advance for your tips and valuable advice!
Muryel
First time renting a car on the Panoramic Route from Hoedspruit to Nelspruit
Hi everyone,
I’m planning my trip to South Africa for February. I’m a woman traveling solo. I have a flight to Nelspruit where I plan to rent a car to visit Kruger Park, then drive the Panoramic Route (starting from Hoedspruit and returning to Nelspruit to drop off the car). The issue is, this will be my first time renting a car, and it’s stressing me out! I travel alone a lot but always manage with public transport. This time, I don’t really have a choice but to rent, but I’m uneasy about driving a car that isn’t mine—especially since it’s left-hand drive... I figure driving in Kruger Park should be manageable since speeds are limited. But I’m worried about the Panorama Road, the mountain pass, etc. Is the road very winding and dangerous? I’m afraid of ending up on narrow, rough roads with the void (Blyde Canyon) right next to me... I know I need to watch out for potholes. But do you think it’s manageable, or is it really too risky for someone who isn’t very comfortable behind the wheel?
And regarding safety (crime), do you know if there are any issues on this route? Thanks for your advice!
And regarding safety (crime), do you know if there are any issues on this route? Thanks for your advice!
My immersion experience with a Peruvian Amazon family
Hi everyone,
For those of you who might be planning to explore the Amazon on the Peruvian side, I wanted to share a little feedback about my own experience, which I had back in 2018. It was honestly one of the most amazing travel experiences of my life—I’d dreamed of discovering the Amazon since I was a kid!
I’m sharing this now, in 2024, because I’ve just finished putting together a short documentary about the family’s ecotourism project. This gave me the chance to reconnect with them, and thanks to the magic of social media, even though they’d had to pause their activities after COVID and the closure of international borders, our reunion helped me put them in touch with the association ARUTAM Zero Deforestation, which has allowed them to restart their ecotourism. That’s why I’m posting here! :)
You can find all the details of my experience in this immersive adventure via this link: http://kikienvadrouille.com/?p=7939
Here are some key highlights from this adventure:
I spent 5 days with Wilder and Jessica’s family, along the banks of the Tahuayo River, a 7-hour slow boat ride from Iquitos <3
I arranged this experience through a French association (Latitud Sur at the time), which fights against deforestation and works to promote and protect the culture of Indigenous peoples in South America.
This is an experience far from the "clichés" you might have about the Amazon—simple yet authentic, with a focus on funding projects that preserve biodiversity and support the well-being of local communities.
The stay is completely customizable in terms of duration and activities (you can ask to go on a hike in the Amazon rainforest, learn about medicinal plants, fish in the river, make necklaces, baskets, or other Amazonian handicrafts, understand the Amazonian agroforestry system, and meet local producers, etc.)—everything is open for discussion! :)
The cost is calculated per day per person: 50 USD per person per day (down from 90 USD previously).
This price includes the 7-hour boat trip from Iquitos (an adventure in itself!), as well as food, accommodation, and activities. If you buy any handicrafts on-site, you’ll obviously need to budget a little extra.
It’s essential to speak and understand at least some Spanish :)
The intercultural exchanges with the family are what truly make this stay special.
Don’t hesitate to ask me any questions! I can also put you directly in touch with Wilder. Happy travels, everyone! Christelle
For those of you who might be planning to explore the Amazon on the Peruvian side, I wanted to share a little feedback about my own experience, which I had back in 2018. It was honestly one of the most amazing travel experiences of my life—I’d dreamed of discovering the Amazon since I was a kid!
I’m sharing this now, in 2024, because I’ve just finished putting together a short documentary about the family’s ecotourism project. This gave me the chance to reconnect with them, and thanks to the magic of social media, even though they’d had to pause their activities after COVID and the closure of international borders, our reunion helped me put them in touch with the association ARUTAM Zero Deforestation, which has allowed them to restart their ecotourism. That’s why I’m posting here! :)
You can find all the details of my experience in this immersive adventure via this link: http://kikienvadrouille.com/?p=7939
Here are some key highlights from this adventure:
I spent 5 days with Wilder and Jessica’s family, along the banks of the Tahuayo River, a 7-hour slow boat ride from Iquitos <3
I arranged this experience through a French association (Latitud Sur at the time), which fights against deforestation and works to promote and protect the culture of Indigenous peoples in South America.
This is an experience far from the "clichés" you might have about the Amazon—simple yet authentic, with a focus on funding projects that preserve biodiversity and support the well-being of local communities.
The stay is completely customizable in terms of duration and activities (you can ask to go on a hike in the Amazon rainforest, learn about medicinal plants, fish in the river, make necklaces, baskets, or other Amazonian handicrafts, understand the Amazonian agroforestry system, and meet local producers, etc.)—everything is open for discussion! :)
The cost is calculated per day per person: 50 USD per person per day (down from 90 USD previously).
This price includes the 7-hour boat trip from Iquitos (an adventure in itself!), as well as food, accommodation, and activities. If you buy any handicrafts on-site, you’ll obviously need to budget a little extra.
It’s essential to speak and understand at least some Spanish :)
The intercultural exchanges with the family are what truly make this stay special.
Don’t hesitate to ask me any questions! I can also put you directly in touch with Wilder. Happy travels, everyone! Christelle
Condition of the Iknioun Aline track and the Jewish Dune route to Mhamid (Morocco)
Hi there,
Has anyone recently taken the track between Iknioun and Alnif?
What’s its condition like?
Also, is there a well-marked track between the Jewish Dune and Mhamid?
Thanks for any info! Jean-Marie
Also, is there a well-marked track between the Jewish Dune and Mhamid?
Thanks for any info! Jean-Marie
Okayama and Kurashiki
Hi there,
These cities aren’t in the guidebooks much, but they’re absolutely worth a detour—just 180 km from Osaka and perfect for a stop on your way back from the south or heading down from Osaka. I’ve been here for five days, and the autumn colors are simply stunning: bright reds, vibrant yellows, deep maroons, and lush greens against a crystal-blue sky. Fall here is magical. Plus, the canal in central Okayama (Nishigawa) is all lit up. Hardly any Western tourists stop here, but there are plenty of Japanese visitors.
15-Day Itinerary for Cambodia
Hello,
My wife and I are planning a 15-day trip to Cambodia. Could you share some itinerary ideas with us? Thanks
From France to Mecca by Bike
Assalamu 'alaykum,
Hi everyone,
This thread is to echo some posts I’ve read on this forum while researching a potential bike trip from Annecy to Mecca. I came across several discussions where members mentioned being very interested in cycling to the holy city.
So, God willing, I plan to attempt this journey from January to June next year. The idea is to head to Turkey first, then assess the most reasonable routes based on the geopolitical situation around Palestine and as far as Iraq. Since the Turkish-Syrian border is closed, the only remaining (and I mean *only* remaining) overland option would be to go through Iraqi Kurdistan, Iraq, then Jordan, and finally Saudi Arabia.
That’s the first major challenge of this project. The second is timing. Due to the schedule, I’ll be starting in the middle of winter across Europe and finishing in the peak of summer in Saudi Arabia. If I’d had a choice, I’d have waited a good dozen years—but well, twelve years...
I won’t go into too much detail about the planned route in this post, but here are the broad strokes already set: Annecy to Istanbul. The rest is a bit too far ahead to map out properly. Crossing the Italian border via the Montgenèvre Pass. Straight through northern Italy as quickly as possible (not necessarily very pleasant) to reach Ljubljana. The fastest route through Croatia to spend as much time as possible in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Serbia via the Sandžak region. It crosses the Pešter plateau, which intimidates me at this time of year—its nickname, the "Siberia of the Balkans," says it all... Then Kosovo, North Macedonia, Greece, and Turkey.
I’m open to any advice on this itinerary. The choice was made to pass through as many Muslim-majority regions as possible. In the middle of winter in the Balkans, I don’t feel mentally up to bivouacking alone in that climate. So, I’ll try to find accommodations in mosques or even with locals as much as possible.
That’s the project in a nutshell. The big catch—some of you may have already noticed—is that I’m doing this solo. Yet, this is strongly discouraged by our Prophet—peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. So, I invite anyone interested in joining this project, whether closely or from afar, to reach out and contact me. Any contribution is welcome, whether it’s company for the whole journey (one can always hope!) or just part of it. Advice, contact suggestions, places to stay, and information about Hajj or Umrah are also appreciated.
Thanks for reading this far. I’ll try to check my VoyageForum account from time to time to see if anyone has responded to this thread and will happily reply to your messages and questions.
Take care, Assalamu'alaykum.
Sam

This thread is to echo some posts I’ve read on this forum while researching a potential bike trip from Annecy to Mecca. I came across several discussions where members mentioned being very interested in cycling to the holy city.
So, God willing, I plan to attempt this journey from January to June next year. The idea is to head to Turkey first, then assess the most reasonable routes based on the geopolitical situation around Palestine and as far as Iraq. Since the Turkish-Syrian border is closed, the only remaining (and I mean *only* remaining) overland option would be to go through Iraqi Kurdistan, Iraq, then Jordan, and finally Saudi Arabia.
That’s the first major challenge of this project. The second is timing. Due to the schedule, I’ll be starting in the middle of winter across Europe and finishing in the peak of summer in Saudi Arabia. If I’d had a choice, I’d have waited a good dozen years—but well, twelve years...
I won’t go into too much detail about the planned route in this post, but here are the broad strokes already set: Annecy to Istanbul. The rest is a bit too far ahead to map out properly. Crossing the Italian border via the Montgenèvre Pass. Straight through northern Italy as quickly as possible (not necessarily very pleasant) to reach Ljubljana. The fastest route through Croatia to spend as much time as possible in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Serbia via the Sandžak region. It crosses the Pešter plateau, which intimidates me at this time of year—its nickname, the "Siberia of the Balkans," says it all... Then Kosovo, North Macedonia, Greece, and Turkey.
I’m open to any advice on this itinerary. The choice was made to pass through as many Muslim-majority regions as possible. In the middle of winter in the Balkans, I don’t feel mentally up to bivouacking alone in that climate. So, I’ll try to find accommodations in mosques or even with locals as much as possible.
That’s the project in a nutshell. The big catch—some of you may have already noticed—is that I’m doing this solo. Yet, this is strongly discouraged by our Prophet—peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. So, I invite anyone interested in joining this project, whether closely or from afar, to reach out and contact me. Any contribution is welcome, whether it’s company for the whole journey (one can always hope!) or just part of it. Advice, contact suggestions, places to stay, and information about Hajj or Umrah are also appreciated.
Thanks for reading this far. I’ll try to check my VoyageForum account from time to time to see if anyone has responded to this thread and will happily reply to your messages and questions.
Take care, Assalamu'alaykum.
Sam

Romania with the wind in my face
Hi there,
In spring 2023, I headed to Romania by motorcycle. I’ve been going there for over 20 years—by car, bike, and plane—and I’ve really fallen for this country. I feel so at home there. The big difference this time? I had all the time in the world, no constraints at all.
I left the Paris region (IDF) and headed for the Sundgau, avoiding the motorways. I know a little hotel tucked away in the countryside there. The next day, I followed the Swiss border on a small road along the Lucelle River, which acts as the frontier. Around a bend, you cross to the other side and then back into France—kind of fun.

I crossed Switzerland via the motorway—I know the route well, so no sightseeing. I arrived in Austria, which I also know pretty well, and took the Arlberg Pass. It was deserted, everything was closed, and there was still snow.

The weather wasn’t great—it was raining—so I stopped for the night at a remote inn. Perfect for drying off! I set off in the rain the next morning and kept going. Gradually, the rain stopped. I took a detour through the Trentino-Alto Adige region and the Sella Pass. Up there, it was rain, snow, and a bit of black ice in a tunnel (wind + rain + sub-zero temps = skating rink).

I arrived in Burgenland to see the famous giant glass-and-metal grape cluster, the largest in Europe. The region is hilly, full of tiny roads, and covered in vineyards.

Burgenland

Then into Slovenia.

I stopped for the night at a winegrower’s B&B perched on a ridge straddling the Croatian border. The welcome was fantastic—I spent the evening with the owners and their friends who arrived later. The white wine was amazing! The next day, I hit the road again.

I headed for Vukovar, on the Danube, a symbol of resistance during the Balkan War. I found a really comfortable B&B by the river and stayed for two nights to explore. What a strange monument!

I visited the water tower, which you can go inside—it’s riddled with bullet holes. There’s an exhibition inside. I also checked out a museum of equipment used during the Balkan War. Since it’s in a barracks, it’s guarded. I asked if I could bring my motorcycle in, and a Croatian officer came to meet me and gave me permission, along with a sticker to put on the bike. I met some fellow bikers from Marseille riding beautiful vintage bikes.

I left Vukovar following the Danube toward Serbia. The rain caught up with me. The roads were busy, with construction causing mud everywhere and crazy truck drivers. At one point, I cut through the construction zone! I stopped for coffee in a village—it had a *Deliverance* vibe. Total silence when I walked in, and the owner gave me a suspicious look. Finally, the Romanian border... and the sun came out! The Romanian customs officer asked if I had anything to declare. "Yes—just happy to be back in Romania!" I stopped for the night at a *cabana* (mountain hut) lost in the forest. Chaos ensued—a tourist! So they rushed to get supplies, quench my thirst, give me a room, and then the owner took charge: țuică (plum brandy), omelette, beers... Everyone bent over backwards to make me happy.
I love these Romanian roads!



I passed through Băile Herculane, which isn’t as beautiful as it once was—everything’s run-down. What are they waiting for to restore this *Mittel Europa*-style spa town that’s still active?
I stopped at the birthplace of Constantin Brâncuși.

Keep your eyes peeled on the roads!

Via the Jiu Valley, I arrived in Craiova to visit my in-laws. A few days of laughs and outings. I picked up my wife at the airport.
My favorite brand

We took a trip to Horezu, a village famous for its beautiful ceramics.


After those few days together, I dropped my wife off at the airport, and the next day, I set off for Dobrogea, a region split in two after the war with Bulgaria. The road was dull—flat as far as the eye could see—but the sun was out. I followed a military convoy of about fifty vehicles, with orders not to overtake. I stopped by the roadside for some homemade *ciorbă* (sour soup). That evening, I stopped in Călărași. The next day, I crossed the Danube by ferry. There are two ferries—one goes to Bulgaria, the other stays in Romania.

A priest on board came over to bless the motorcycle, the rider, and the ferry. I arrived on the other side with some traffic. Dobrogea

It’s like that all the way to the Bulgarian border—no restaurants, hotels, or gas stations, just old collective farms. And it’s the same in Bulgaria! I stopped at Adamclisi, site of a major battle in Moesia (now Dobrogea) in 101–102 BC, one of Trajan’s most important Dacian Wars.

An oasis in the agricultural steppe.

I arrived at the Bulgarian border.

A customs officer—built like a weightlifter, shaved head, thick neck, and as square as a truck—saw me take this photo and came over to ask me to delete it. I did... but I didn’t empty the trash! The weather turned stormy. I arrived in Balchik, a resort town where the last queen of Romania, Maria, used to vacation.
The Black Sea and the Bulgarian coast

The weather wasn’t great, so I headed back to Romania to follow the coastline. Constanța and its casino

Then came the seaside resorts—just as ugly as each other: Neptun, Mangalia, Eforie Nord, Eforie Sud. I stopped at a B&B near the Danube Delta, in some random village. The welcome was nice. The next day, I headed for Dunavățu de Jos, the last stretch of tarmac in Romania. After that, it’s the Danube Delta. The area is flat and sandy, with typical houses featuring reed roofs.

Now, I’m following the Ukrainian border. I passed the last active quarantine station in Europe. I came across a funeral procession—it’s customary to honk as you pass. If you’re on foot, you cross yourself. When I arrived in Galați, it was raining. I boarded the ferry in a downpour. On board, we were packed in like sardines. As soon as the ramp hit land, the drivers rushed out, revving their engines and honking. I let them go and exited calmly. I continued toward the Székely Land. These are Hungarians who, back in the day, were border guards for the king. They’ve kept their own script (it looks like runes), their flag, and their independence streak. For them, Romania is Hungarian, despite the Treaty of Sèvres in 1920. There are still clashes between Romanians and Székely Hungarians now and then. Since I speak a bit of Romanian, I used it—logical, since it’s the language there—and it put everyone in a good mood! Székely flag

I passed through Bicaz Chei, arriving via one of my favorite kinds of roads. During a break, a bear came to check me out from a distance.

Bicaz Chei

I arrived at the "Heart of Jesus" monument, built by public subscription to thank God for sparing the village from severe flooding.

Now, I’m heading west—next stop, Transylvania, with the in-laws. On the road

Roma house

Bozorka—a Hungarian specialty... 450 grams of meat!
I made it back to France without any issues, already thinking about my next trip. Actually, I just got back from one!
I left the Paris region (IDF) and headed for the Sundgau, avoiding the motorways. I know a little hotel tucked away in the countryside there. The next day, I followed the Swiss border on a small road along the Lucelle River, which acts as the frontier. Around a bend, you cross to the other side and then back into France—kind of fun.

I crossed Switzerland via the motorway—I know the route well, so no sightseeing. I arrived in Austria, which I also know pretty well, and took the Arlberg Pass. It was deserted, everything was closed, and there was still snow.

The weather wasn’t great—it was raining—so I stopped for the night at a remote inn. Perfect for drying off! I set off in the rain the next morning and kept going. Gradually, the rain stopped. I took a detour through the Trentino-Alto Adige region and the Sella Pass. Up there, it was rain, snow, and a bit of black ice in a tunnel (wind + rain + sub-zero temps = skating rink).

I arrived in Burgenland to see the famous giant glass-and-metal grape cluster, the largest in Europe. The region is hilly, full of tiny roads, and covered in vineyards.

Burgenland

Then into Slovenia.

I stopped for the night at a winegrower’s B&B perched on a ridge straddling the Croatian border. The welcome was fantastic—I spent the evening with the owners and their friends who arrived later. The white wine was amazing! The next day, I hit the road again.

I headed for Vukovar, on the Danube, a symbol of resistance during the Balkan War. I found a really comfortable B&B by the river and stayed for two nights to explore. What a strange monument!

I visited the water tower, which you can go inside—it’s riddled with bullet holes. There’s an exhibition inside. I also checked out a museum of equipment used during the Balkan War. Since it’s in a barracks, it’s guarded. I asked if I could bring my motorcycle in, and a Croatian officer came to meet me and gave me permission, along with a sticker to put on the bike. I met some fellow bikers from Marseille riding beautiful vintage bikes.

I left Vukovar following the Danube toward Serbia. The rain caught up with me. The roads were busy, with construction causing mud everywhere and crazy truck drivers. At one point, I cut through the construction zone! I stopped for coffee in a village—it had a *Deliverance* vibe. Total silence when I walked in, and the owner gave me a suspicious look. Finally, the Romanian border... and the sun came out! The Romanian customs officer asked if I had anything to declare. "Yes—just happy to be back in Romania!" I stopped for the night at a *cabana* (mountain hut) lost in the forest. Chaos ensued—a tourist! So they rushed to get supplies, quench my thirst, give me a room, and then the owner took charge: țuică (plum brandy), omelette, beers... Everyone bent over backwards to make me happy.
I love these Romanian roads!



I passed through Băile Herculane, which isn’t as beautiful as it once was—everything’s run-down. What are they waiting for to restore this *Mittel Europa*-style spa town that’s still active?
I stopped at the birthplace of Constantin Brâncuși.

Keep your eyes peeled on the roads!

Via the Jiu Valley, I arrived in Craiova to visit my in-laws. A few days of laughs and outings. I picked up my wife at the airport.
My favorite brand

We took a trip to Horezu, a village famous for its beautiful ceramics.


After those few days together, I dropped my wife off at the airport, and the next day, I set off for Dobrogea, a region split in two after the war with Bulgaria. The road was dull—flat as far as the eye could see—but the sun was out. I followed a military convoy of about fifty vehicles, with orders not to overtake. I stopped by the roadside for some homemade *ciorbă* (sour soup). That evening, I stopped in Călărași. The next day, I crossed the Danube by ferry. There are two ferries—one goes to Bulgaria, the other stays in Romania.

A priest on board came over to bless the motorcycle, the rider, and the ferry. I arrived on the other side with some traffic. Dobrogea

It’s like that all the way to the Bulgarian border—no restaurants, hotels, or gas stations, just old collective farms. And it’s the same in Bulgaria! I stopped at Adamclisi, site of a major battle in Moesia (now Dobrogea) in 101–102 BC, one of Trajan’s most important Dacian Wars.

An oasis in the agricultural steppe.

I arrived at the Bulgarian border.

A customs officer—built like a weightlifter, shaved head, thick neck, and as square as a truck—saw me take this photo and came over to ask me to delete it. I did... but I didn’t empty the trash! The weather turned stormy. I arrived in Balchik, a resort town where the last queen of Romania, Maria, used to vacation.
The Black Sea and the Bulgarian coast

The weather wasn’t great, so I headed back to Romania to follow the coastline. Constanța and its casino

Then came the seaside resorts—just as ugly as each other: Neptun, Mangalia, Eforie Nord, Eforie Sud. I stopped at a B&B near the Danube Delta, in some random village. The welcome was nice. The next day, I headed for Dunavățu de Jos, the last stretch of tarmac in Romania. After that, it’s the Danube Delta. The area is flat and sandy, with typical houses featuring reed roofs.

Now, I’m following the Ukrainian border. I passed the last active quarantine station in Europe. I came across a funeral procession—it’s customary to honk as you pass. If you’re on foot, you cross yourself. When I arrived in Galați, it was raining. I boarded the ferry in a downpour. On board, we were packed in like sardines. As soon as the ramp hit land, the drivers rushed out, revving their engines and honking. I let them go and exited calmly. I continued toward the Székely Land. These are Hungarians who, back in the day, were border guards for the king. They’ve kept their own script (it looks like runes), their flag, and their independence streak. For them, Romania is Hungarian, despite the Treaty of Sèvres in 1920. There are still clashes between Romanians and Székely Hungarians now and then. Since I speak a bit of Romanian, I used it—logical, since it’s the language there—and it put everyone in a good mood! Székely flag

I passed through Bicaz Chei, arriving via one of my favorite kinds of roads. During a break, a bear came to check me out from a distance.

Bicaz Chei

I arrived at the "Heart of Jesus" monument, built by public subscription to thank God for sparing the village from severe flooding.

Now, I’m heading west—next stop, Transylvania, with the in-laws. On the road

Roma house

Bozorka—a Hungarian specialty... 450 grams of meat!

I made it back to France without any issues, already thinking about my next trip. Actually, I just got back from one!
The Etrembières footbridge to Annemasse
claudio didn’t get its purpose: no secure bike access and it leads to a sketchy path through a grim commercial zone that’s really tough to ride on at the exit. Anyone have an explanation?
http://cbandiera.free.fr/vlsrt/bld-z.php?N=6359


http://cbandiera.free.fr/vlsrt/bld-z.php?N=6359


Getting from Beauvais Airport to Paris
I’m about to land at Beauvais Airport for my first visit to the capital, and I’ll admit I’m a bit lost about the transport options to get to central Paris. Any tips on the best deals for the trip? 🚌🚇
I’d also love to discover some lesser-known spots beyond the must-sees like the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, and the Louvre. Any suggestions for cool places to visit? 😍
And if I decide to go to Disneyland, do you know if there are any convenient and budget-friendly shared shuttles from the city center? 🎢✨
Thanks in advance for all your tips! 🙏
I’d also love to discover some lesser-known spots beyond the must-sees like the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, and the Louvre. Any suggestions for cool places to visit? 😍
And if I decide to go to Disneyland, do you know if there are any convenient and budget-friendly shared shuttles from the city center? 🎢✨
Thanks in advance for all your tips! 🙏
Crossing from Costa Rica to Panama via the Pacific coast
Hi there,
We’re planning to cross the land border between Costa Rica and Panama along the Pacific coast. Has anyone got any info? I’m not finding much online. From which city in Costa Rica can we catch a bus?
Thanks in advance.
VF... VF... VF... I've missed you!
Hello François, and the new team!
Like many others, I’m overjoyed to hear that VoyageForum is reopening! I’ve been waiting hopefully for this, and it’s wonderful that it’s finally happening!
I just couldn’t bring myself to actively participate in other French-language travel forums—their format and way of doing things never appealed to me as much. I really hope that VF’s structure, categories, and interface won’t change too much despite the handover, because I’m very attached to them. Through thick and thin, the site has held strong—it’s amazing!
In a previous message, François mentioned that there were positions to fill ahead of the reopening, including moderators...
I’ve been eagerly waiting for this and hoping to send in my CV.
Now, after reading the latest message, it seems like the team is already fully formed. But are there still a few spots left to fill?
I’ve been a VF member for 20 years (since 2004). I’d love to contribute to this wonderful adventure as a moderator if VF would trust me with the role. If the team is open to reviewing it, I’m ready to send my CV. Could you let me know the next steps?
Best regards, Marine/eversmile
Like many others, I’m overjoyed to hear that VoyageForum is reopening! I’ve been waiting hopefully for this, and it’s wonderful that it’s finally happening!
I just couldn’t bring myself to actively participate in other French-language travel forums—their format and way of doing things never appealed to me as much. I really hope that VF’s structure, categories, and interface won’t change too much despite the handover, because I’m very attached to them. Through thick and thin, the site has held strong—it’s amazing!
In a previous message, François mentioned that there were positions to fill ahead of the reopening, including moderators...
I’ve been eagerly waiting for this and hoping to send in my CV.
Now, after reading the latest message, it seems like the team is already fully formed. But are there still a few spots left to fill?
I’ve been a VF member for 20 years (since 2004). I’d love to contribute to this wonderful adventure as a moderator if VF would trust me with the role. If the team is open to reviewing it, I’m ready to send my CV. Could you let me know the next steps?
Best regards, Marine/eversmile
Transport: Kuala Lumpur to Malacca, Penang to Cameron Highlands, and Cameron Highlands to Pangkor
Hi everyone,
I’m currently planning a trip to Malaysia for January 2025.
I’ve got three transport questions for you all!
1: I arrive at 3 PM at Kuala Lumpur Airport and plan to take a direct bus to Malacca. Is booking a bus for 5 PM feasible, or is it too tight after collecting luggage? And which platform is the most reliable? Redbus, 12GO Asia, Rome2RIO, busonlineticket? Or can I buy a ticket on the spot without a reservation? Is that too risky? Alternatively, is it better to take a Grab? I saw the fare was around 60 €. Can you confirm this price? And is it easy to find a Grab from the airport for this distance?
2: Penang to Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata) route—I saw there’s a direct bus that takes 5 hours. Can you confirm this? And is this duration realistic?
3: Cameron Highlands to Pangkor: This one’s tricky... The best I’ve found is 2 buses + a ferry + a taxi. Do you have a better suggestion?
Thanks for your help! Guy
1: I arrive at 3 PM at Kuala Lumpur Airport and plan to take a direct bus to Malacca. Is booking a bus for 5 PM feasible, or is it too tight after collecting luggage? And which platform is the most reliable? Redbus, 12GO Asia, Rome2RIO, busonlineticket? Or can I buy a ticket on the spot without a reservation? Is that too risky? Alternatively, is it better to take a Grab? I saw the fare was around 60 €. Can you confirm this price? And is it easy to find a Grab from the airport for this distance?
2: Penang to Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata) route—I saw there’s a direct bus that takes 5 hours. Can you confirm this? And is this duration realistic?
3: Cameron Highlands to Pangkor: This one’s tricky... The best I’ve found is 2 buses + a ferry + a taxi. Do you have a better suggestion?
Thanks for your help! Guy
Thailand, 4 Years Later...
Well, yes, it'll be me, the one, returning to our travel or vacation site about this destination.
A site still imitated, never equaled, and by far.
A country that, when you discover it, charms you. Then comes the time for nostalgia, followed by one or more returns to the Land of Smiles. It's almost inevitable.
It's a real gut punch when you've met and grown fond of locals, only to learn about all the hardships the Covid sequence brought upon them. Broken careers, shattered hopes, disrupted lives.
Like after the tsunami, life and activity have bounced back, sometimes in different forms. Many things haven't changed much: the exchange rate, the quality of the food, the politeness and kindness of the Thai people.
As for us, we've lost members of our VF Thailand community along the way, to whom we pay our respects, but we're now happy to reconnect with both old and new faces. Sometimes in life, it's a chance to start over, forget old worries and squabbles, and be able to exchange thoughts again on one of our favorite topics.
A quick shout-out to Monsieur François Boucher, without whom, as the saying goes, none of this would have been possible. The growing success of VF over the years silences any criticism on that front. He kept his word on both the maintenance and sustainability of the site. Finally, he can be congratulated for his courageous stances during this troubled period, which, in hindsight, we must admit he got right. On a personal note, it did me good to hear voices like his speak up.
Soon, for the Thailand destination and all others, the word Covid will finally stop appearing, and long live the new era!
Sawadee khrap, with my respects to the gentlemen, my regards to the ladies, and my greetings to everyone else.
A country that, when you discover it, charms you. Then comes the time for nostalgia, followed by one or more returns to the Land of Smiles. It's almost inevitable.
It's a real gut punch when you've met and grown fond of locals, only to learn about all the hardships the Covid sequence brought upon them. Broken careers, shattered hopes, disrupted lives.
Like after the tsunami, life and activity have bounced back, sometimes in different forms. Many things haven't changed much: the exchange rate, the quality of the food, the politeness and kindness of the Thai people.
As for us, we've lost members of our VF Thailand community along the way, to whom we pay our respects, but we're now happy to reconnect with both old and new faces. Sometimes in life, it's a chance to start over, forget old worries and squabbles, and be able to exchange thoughts again on one of our favorite topics.
A quick shout-out to Monsieur François Boucher, without whom, as the saying goes, none of this would have been possible. The growing success of VF over the years silences any criticism on that front. He kept his word on both the maintenance and sustainability of the site. Finally, he can be congratulated for his courageous stances during this troubled period, which, in hindsight, we must admit he got right. On a personal note, it did me good to hear voices like his speak up.
Soon, for the Thailand destination and all others, the word Covid will finally stop appearing, and long live the new era!
Sawadee khrap, with my respects to the gentlemen, my regards to the ladies, and my greetings to everyone else.
What if we start with Mont Saint-Michel?
Hello everyone,
Here’s the account of the start of our 5/7-day trip in Normandy (then off to the neighbors in... Brittany):
Day 01 from Valenciennes to Mont Saint-Michel: Sunday, September 6, 2020.
After a detour through the south of Lille (picking up our son), we head southwest around 10:00 AM, taking the highways via Amiens, the Pont de Normandie, and Avranches to arrive at "the Mount" around 4:00 PM after 515 km. Parking P3 (14.20 € for 24 hours) for residents and hotels, located 50 meters from the start of the free round-trip shuttle included in the parking price (not too many tourists at this "late" Sunday hour), and we arrive at the hotel around 4:30 PM. Triple room with a view of the bay at Hôtel Du Guesclin for 1 night. From 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM, we tackle the complete tour of the ramparts counterclockwise from the Porte de l’Avancée, via the Tour du Nord (near the abbey entrance), passing in front of the abbey to reach the Tour Gabriel, and back to the start: stunning, not crowded, great weather, and amazing views. Dinner in the beautiful panoramic restaurant of the hotel, with a bay view at a "window" table (such a nice touch!). Of course, the day isn’t over, and we can then wander through a deserted main street and its unique atmosphere (photos below labeled "night" even though it’s only 9:15/9:30 PM). What a privilege!

Day 02 from Mont Saint-Michel to Saint-Cast: Monday, September 7, 2020.
After a memorable sunrise over the bay and a sit-down breakfast, we climb the steps to the Abbey for our online-reserved time slot (9:30 AM, 11 € per person). The "masked group" is quite large, though within normal limits, and the one-way Covid-marked route (with a small brochure) prevents crowds. No need to rush, and 1 hour 15 minutes later, we’re done. Sure, it doesn’t have the charm of a guided tour, but we’re not complaining about being there! We pick up our bags at the hotel, take the shuttle back, grab the car at Parking P3, and head "south" to Dol-de-Bretagne, 26 km/25 minutes away. Around noon, the small town is very quiet, and parking in front of the Saint-Samson Cathedral** is free. Across the street, the tourist office is generous with info and gives us a great walking map/circuit: Cathedral, a stroll near the ramparts, the historic center** with its typical shopping streets and half-timbered houses, all covered at a leisurely pace in 45 minutes. Then a picnic on-site. It’s another 50 km/50 minutes to Saint-Cast-le-Guildo and the Armor Conseil agency for the apartment keys (Résidence du Casino, 72 m², 5th floor, 2 bedrooms, beach 20 meters away, insane morning and evening views, bed linen rental at Ohier 50 meters away, Carrefour City supermarket, and a bakery 200 meters away, plus a town center that hasn’t changed much in 25/30 years. Really, really nice. After settling in, a short walk is a must up to the heights of the Isle neighborhood behind the seaside residence... memories. Strangely, the well-known Crêperie Bretan’Or seems to be closed, as does the venerable Hôtel du Centre et des Plages (formerly "des Voyageurs")?? And for this reunion evening with the resort, a great crêpe/galette dinner at La Régal’ette, just 100 meters away. Day’s total: 12 km of walking for sightseeing.
A few photos at the bottom of the page...
* Read the rest on the blog: https://blogs.crespel.me/bretagne/
Here’s the account of the start of our 5/7-day trip in Normandy (then off to the neighbors in... Brittany):
Day 01 from Valenciennes to Mont Saint-Michel: Sunday, September 6, 2020.
After a detour through the south of Lille (picking up our son), we head southwest around 10:00 AM, taking the highways via Amiens, the Pont de Normandie, and Avranches to arrive at "the Mount" around 4:00 PM after 515 km. Parking P3 (14.20 € for 24 hours) for residents and hotels, located 50 meters from the start of the free round-trip shuttle included in the parking price (not too many tourists at this "late" Sunday hour), and we arrive at the hotel around 4:30 PM. Triple room with a view of the bay at Hôtel Du Guesclin for 1 night. From 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM, we tackle the complete tour of the ramparts counterclockwise from the Porte de l’Avancée, via the Tour du Nord (near the abbey entrance), passing in front of the abbey to reach the Tour Gabriel, and back to the start: stunning, not crowded, great weather, and amazing views. Dinner in the beautiful panoramic restaurant of the hotel, with a bay view at a "window" table (such a nice touch!). Of course, the day isn’t over, and we can then wander through a deserted main street and its unique atmosphere (photos below labeled "night" even though it’s only 9:15/9:30 PM). What a privilege!

Day 02 from Mont Saint-Michel to Saint-Cast: Monday, September 7, 2020.
After a memorable sunrise over the bay and a sit-down breakfast, we climb the steps to the Abbey for our online-reserved time slot (9:30 AM, 11 € per person). The "masked group" is quite large, though within normal limits, and the one-way Covid-marked route (with a small brochure) prevents crowds. No need to rush, and 1 hour 15 minutes later, we’re done. Sure, it doesn’t have the charm of a guided tour, but we’re not complaining about being there! We pick up our bags at the hotel, take the shuttle back, grab the car at Parking P3, and head "south" to Dol-de-Bretagne, 26 km/25 minutes away. Around noon, the small town is very quiet, and parking in front of the Saint-Samson Cathedral** is free. Across the street, the tourist office is generous with info and gives us a great walking map/circuit: Cathedral, a stroll near the ramparts, the historic center** with its typical shopping streets and half-timbered houses, all covered at a leisurely pace in 45 minutes. Then a picnic on-site. It’s another 50 km/50 minutes to Saint-Cast-le-Guildo and the Armor Conseil agency for the apartment keys (Résidence du Casino, 72 m², 5th floor, 2 bedrooms, beach 20 meters away, insane morning and evening views, bed linen rental at Ohier 50 meters away, Carrefour City supermarket, and a bakery 200 meters away, plus a town center that hasn’t changed much in 25/30 years. Really, really nice. After settling in, a short walk is a must up to the heights of the Isle neighborhood behind the seaside residence... memories. Strangely, the well-known Crêperie Bretan’Or seems to be closed, as does the venerable Hôtel du Centre et des Plages (formerly "des Voyageurs")?? And for this reunion evening with the resort, a great crêpe/galette dinner at La Régal’ette, just 100 meters away. Day’s total: 12 km of walking for sightseeing.
A few photos at the bottom of the page...
* Read the rest on the blog: https://blogs.crespel.me/bretagne/
Avis et conseils sur une double boucle en Europe en camping-car English translation pending
Bonjour, famille de Guyanais, papa, maman yoyo 7 ans au départ et loulou 4 ans . Nous envisageons le tour d'un continent que nous ne connaissons quasi pas , l'Europe , en CC départ Aout 2022, pour 1 an . Nous prenons tous les conseils
Voila le projet , nous somme branché nature +++ ( nous n'avons pas l'intention de passer dans les grosses villes et zones peuplées++, notre truc c'est les grands espaces, les animaux...)
- 15 /07 : départ pour la France, recherche du CC, région midi-pyrenés. Nous envisageons 1 capucine, budget équipement, materiel comprit 25000 euros . 15 jours pour trouver notre CC . - vers le 01-07/08: passage en Angleterre, 2 mois pour l'Angleterre et surtout l'Ecosse . - vers le 01-15 /10 : traversée de la France, et direction Espagne et Portugal pour 2 mois . - Noel : en métropole, la nous envisageons de stationner notre cc et de partir au chaud les 2 mois d'hiver ( Grece? ou plus loin, asie ?) - vers le 01/03 départ a travers l’Allemagne , la Pologne et les pays baltes , 2 mois pour rejoindre Talin en Estonie et prendre le ferrie - Vers le 01/05 : entrée en Scandinavie, et visite de la Finlande, nord Suède et descente le long de la Norvège pour 2 mois 1/2. ( c'est ce qui nous fait rêver +++) - vers le 15 Juillet : traversée rapide du Danemark, Allemagne - vers le 25/07 : vol vers la Guyane et fin du congés... ( on pourra stocker le CC en France si on ne parvient pas a le vendre en quelques jours)
Si vous nous conseiller de modifier l’itinéraire , voila les pays que l'on souhaite absolument visiter : Ecosse, Pologne, Finlande, Norvège) et le sud de l'Europe ne nous attire pas (Italie, croatie...)
Je me pose aussi des questions coté administratif ; assurance de camping car, assurance santé ( outre la carte europ de SS et la mutuelle?), rapatriement ? passeport du CC?
Merci de vos commentaires.
Voila le projet , nous somme branché nature +++ ( nous n'avons pas l'intention de passer dans les grosses villes et zones peuplées++, notre truc c'est les grands espaces, les animaux...)
- 15 /07 : départ pour la France, recherche du CC, région midi-pyrenés. Nous envisageons 1 capucine, budget équipement, materiel comprit 25000 euros . 15 jours pour trouver notre CC . - vers le 01-07/08: passage en Angleterre, 2 mois pour l'Angleterre et surtout l'Ecosse . - vers le 01-15 /10 : traversée de la France, et direction Espagne et Portugal pour 2 mois . - Noel : en métropole, la nous envisageons de stationner notre cc et de partir au chaud les 2 mois d'hiver ( Grece? ou plus loin, asie ?) - vers le 01/03 départ a travers l’Allemagne , la Pologne et les pays baltes , 2 mois pour rejoindre Talin en Estonie et prendre le ferrie - Vers le 01/05 : entrée en Scandinavie, et visite de la Finlande, nord Suède et descente le long de la Norvège pour 2 mois 1/2. ( c'est ce qui nous fait rêver +++) - vers le 15 Juillet : traversée rapide du Danemark, Allemagne - vers le 25/07 : vol vers la Guyane et fin du congés... ( on pourra stocker le CC en France si on ne parvient pas a le vendre en quelques jours)
Si vous nous conseiller de modifier l’itinéraire , voila les pays que l'on souhaite absolument visiter : Ecosse, Pologne, Finlande, Norvège) et le sud de l'Europe ne nous attire pas (Italie, croatie...)
Je me pose aussi des questions coté administratif ; assurance de camping car, assurance santé ( outre la carte europ de SS et la mutuelle?), rapatriement ? passeport du CC?
Merci de vos commentaires.
Tour du monde à moto English translation pending
Bonjour, je souhaite réaliser un tour du monde moto
Le parcours dans ma tête :
Ushuaïa > Alaska > Russie, route des os et lac baikal > nepal par la trans himalayenne, > retour en france par la route de la soie et par les stans
problème :
Comment passer du sud au nord au panama, parce qu'il n'y a pas de route
quelle est la route la plus courte (avion ou bateau) entre l'alaska et la russie (voire canada russie)
Quelle société de fret est selon vous la meilleure pour organiser les transports
allez, c'est cadeau, quels sont, selon vous, les lieux immanquables sur la route ? sachant que ma route n'est pas encore vraiment définie, donc c'est assez vaste, mais ça peut aider à définir tel ou tel point de passage
je vous souhaite à tous une belle soirée, et plein de voyages
Ushuaïa > Alaska > Russie, route des os et lac baikal > nepal par la trans himalayenne, > retour en france par la route de la soie et par les stans
problème :
Comment passer du sud au nord au panama, parce qu'il n'y a pas de route
quelle est la route la plus courte (avion ou bateau) entre l'alaska et la russie (voire canada russie)
Quelle société de fret est selon vous la meilleure pour organiser les transports
allez, c'est cadeau, quels sont, selon vous, les lieux immanquables sur la route ? sachant que ma route n'est pas encore vraiment définie, donc c'est assez vaste, mais ça peut aider à définir tel ou tel point de passage
je vous souhaite à tous une belle soirée, et plein de voyages
Endroits "sympas" pour se poser à Venise? English translation pending
Bonjour/bonsoir
Si tout va bien (on croise les doigts) je pars bientôt à Venise, bien sûr très contente de redécouvrir la Sérénissime avec je l'espère moins de monde qu'une année classique.
Comme il a été remarqué sur ce même forum, Venise a beau être une ville unique et magnifique, elle ne semble pas regorger d'endroits pour se poser tranquillement entre deux balades (j'avais un peu remarqué ça lors de mon passage éclair dans la ville il y a des années).
Alors je ne demande pas la lune, je sais que si l'Italie est le pays de la gastronomie (et je compte bien en profiter 😛 ) ce n'est pas celui des salons de thé, mais j'avoue qu'on aime bien faire des petites pauses après avoir marché des heures ou avoir visité un musée, palais, etc. J'aime bien reposer mes pattes 😇
Bien sûr j'imagine qu'on trouve facilement des bars ou s'arrêter boire un café (et faire une pause pipi 😊) mais certains ont-ils des adresses un peu sympas à me conseiller ?
Pâtisseries où on peut s'asseoir ? Salons de thé (soyons fous !), endroit où boire son Aperol Spritz ?
Bien sûr je préfère éviter les trucs trop à touristes (non, pas de Café Florian pour nous) ou hors de prix (genre 10€ le cappuccino, je passe mon tour).
Bon j'ai trouvé un appartement assez central qui permettra au pire de se poser un peu avant de ressortir dîner, mais je suis quand même preneuse de bons plans ! 🙂
Si tout va bien (on croise les doigts) je pars bientôt à Venise, bien sûr très contente de redécouvrir la Sérénissime avec je l'espère moins de monde qu'une année classique.
Comme il a été remarqué sur ce même forum, Venise a beau être une ville unique et magnifique, elle ne semble pas regorger d'endroits pour se poser tranquillement entre deux balades (j'avais un peu remarqué ça lors de mon passage éclair dans la ville il y a des années).
Alors je ne demande pas la lune, je sais que si l'Italie est le pays de la gastronomie (et je compte bien en profiter 😛 ) ce n'est pas celui des salons de thé, mais j'avoue qu'on aime bien faire des petites pauses après avoir marché des heures ou avoir visité un musée, palais, etc. J'aime bien reposer mes pattes 😇
Bien sûr j'imagine qu'on trouve facilement des bars ou s'arrêter boire un café (et faire une pause pipi 😊) mais certains ont-ils des adresses un peu sympas à me conseiller ?
Pâtisseries où on peut s'asseoir ? Salons de thé (soyons fous !), endroit où boire son Aperol Spritz ?
Bien sûr je préfère éviter les trucs trop à touristes (non, pas de Café Florian pour nous) ou hors de prix (genre 10€ le cappuccino, je passe mon tour).
Bon j'ai trouvé un appartement assez central qui permettra au pire de se poser un peu avant de ressortir dîner, mais je suis quand même preneuse de bons plans ! 🙂
Voyage en famille aux Amériques English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Avec mon épouse et mes 3 garçons nous envisageons un très long voyage aux Amériques. Notre objectif est d'arriver au canada et de descendre jusqu'au sud sud. Pour cela et pour l'instant nous envisageons de descendre en hymer S660 de 84. Pour ceux qui ont déjà passé ces frontières, quels sont les problèmes que nous pouvons rencontrer au douanes. Par exemple, les permis de conduire B (francais et international) sont ils ok pour conduire des cc la bas? Le poids du véhicule est il problématiques (risque de surcharge).
Une autre option que nous envisageons est d'acheter un CC la bas directement. Mais j'ai peur que les problèmes de frontières soient plus importantes avec un CC canadien en amérique du sud.
Avez vous des expériences à partager ? Tous vos conseils sont les bienvenues.
Avec mon épouse et mes 3 garçons nous envisageons un très long voyage aux Amériques. Notre objectif est d'arriver au canada et de descendre jusqu'au sud sud. Pour cela et pour l'instant nous envisageons de descendre en hymer S660 de 84. Pour ceux qui ont déjà passé ces frontières, quels sont les problèmes que nous pouvons rencontrer au douanes. Par exemple, les permis de conduire B (francais et international) sont ils ok pour conduire des cc la bas? Le poids du véhicule est il problématiques (risque de surcharge).
Une autre option que nous envisageons est d'acheter un CC la bas directement. Mais j'ai peur que les problèmes de frontières soient plus importantes avec un CC canadien en amérique du sud.
Avez vous des expériences à partager ? Tous vos conseils sont les bienvenues.
Itinéraire d'une semaine pour visiter les lacs italiens en voiture English translation pending
Bonjour à tous
Nous envisageons d'aller visiter les lacs italiens (1ere fois) pour les vacances de la Toussaint, nous disposons d'une petite semaine à partir du 17 octobre. Nous partons en voiture depuis le Var.
J'ai commencé à planifier un petit itinéraire. Qu'en pensez vous? On hésite à inclure Milan! Nous ne savons pas encore si nous devrons rentrer le vendredi ou le samedi soir chez nous.. Donc'il y a 3 possibilités de fin de séjour...
samedi 17 : route tôt vers orta San Giulio. Lac d'orta (5h30) 493km, dejeuner tardif ;parking à l'entrée de la ville. visite village face isola San Giulio. Ascension sacré monte Di orta. . Puis route vers Stresa.30 min, 26 km. nuit à Stresa.
dimanche 18 : iles Borromées, lac Majeur – prendre des tickets pour visiter l'ensemble des îles villas et jardins. Isola Bella puis isola superiore (déjeuner) puis isola madre. nuit à Stresa
Lundi 19 : route vers Menaggio avec visite en route de la ville de Côme. 1h15 de route. Visite de Côme 3h et déjeuner sur place. Puis route vers Lenno 45 min. Arrêt à villa Olmo. Visite du bord du lac. Proximité de l'hôtel. ( ou passage par lac de Lugano avec arrêt shopping store Factory fowtown)? Vous connaissez ce leur de shopping ??
mardi 20 : visite lac de come ( villa del Balbianello. Accès en bateau ou à pied par sentier ) puis villa Carlotta. visite Menaggio en fin de journée.
mercredi 21 : transfert en bateau vers 9h30 vers Bellagio le matin pour visite et dejeuner ( jardin villa melzi, quartier de pescallo et ruelles de Bellagio) , puis l’après midi à Varenna ( village et villa monastero).
jeudi 22 : le matin, route vers Vérone. 3h de route. 200km. Visite Vérone. Puis route vers Sirmione. 40 min. Nuit à Sirmione
vendredi 23 : visite de Sirmione le matin et début après-midi puis retour maison 6h30 de route . 580 km.
Ou
Jeudi 22: route vers Sirmione avec visite de Côme puis Bergame au passage.( 3h de route au total), nuit à Sirmione
Vendredi 23: visite de Vérone et fin de visite Sirmione
Samedi 24: retour maison
Ou
Jeudi 22: route vers Milan. 1h15.,72 km. Visite Milan.
Vendredi 23: visite Milan matin et début après-midi. Retour maison 5h10. 482 km
Je n'arrive pas à me rendre compte si tout est faisable ? Merci pour vos suggestions Marie
Nous envisageons d'aller visiter les lacs italiens (1ere fois) pour les vacances de la Toussaint, nous disposons d'une petite semaine à partir du 17 octobre. Nous partons en voiture depuis le Var.
J'ai commencé à planifier un petit itinéraire. Qu'en pensez vous? On hésite à inclure Milan! Nous ne savons pas encore si nous devrons rentrer le vendredi ou le samedi soir chez nous.. Donc'il y a 3 possibilités de fin de séjour...
samedi 17 : route tôt vers orta San Giulio. Lac d'orta (5h30) 493km, dejeuner tardif ;parking à l'entrée de la ville. visite village face isola San Giulio. Ascension sacré monte Di orta. . Puis route vers Stresa.30 min, 26 km. nuit à Stresa.
dimanche 18 : iles Borromées, lac Majeur – prendre des tickets pour visiter l'ensemble des îles villas et jardins. Isola Bella puis isola superiore (déjeuner) puis isola madre. nuit à Stresa
Lundi 19 : route vers Menaggio avec visite en route de la ville de Côme. 1h15 de route. Visite de Côme 3h et déjeuner sur place. Puis route vers Lenno 45 min. Arrêt à villa Olmo. Visite du bord du lac. Proximité de l'hôtel. ( ou passage par lac de Lugano avec arrêt shopping store Factory fowtown)? Vous connaissez ce leur de shopping ??
mardi 20 : visite lac de come ( villa del Balbianello. Accès en bateau ou à pied par sentier ) puis villa Carlotta. visite Menaggio en fin de journée.
mercredi 21 : transfert en bateau vers 9h30 vers Bellagio le matin pour visite et dejeuner ( jardin villa melzi, quartier de pescallo et ruelles de Bellagio) , puis l’après midi à Varenna ( village et villa monastero).
jeudi 22 : le matin, route vers Vérone. 3h de route. 200km. Visite Vérone. Puis route vers Sirmione. 40 min. Nuit à Sirmione
vendredi 23 : visite de Sirmione le matin et début après-midi puis retour maison 6h30 de route . 580 km.
Ou
Jeudi 22: route vers Sirmione avec visite de Côme puis Bergame au passage.( 3h de route au total), nuit à Sirmione
Vendredi 23: visite de Vérone et fin de visite Sirmione
Samedi 24: retour maison
Ou
Jeudi 22: route vers Milan. 1h15.,72 km. Visite Milan.
Vendredi 23: visite Milan matin et début après-midi. Retour maison 5h10. 482 km
Je n'arrive pas à me rendre compte si tout est faisable ? Merci pour vos suggestions Marie
Le Douro en croisière avec Nicko cruise English translation pending
Revenus hier enchantés
l'1 de nos plus belles croisières avec des paysages magnifiques, une nourriture excellente et variée, 1 spectacle de Fado et 1 de flamenco, un musicien en soirée super, un manager hôtel qui parle 7 langues dont le français et fait très bien son travail
Pas une fausse note sauf qu'il a tt de même fallu débarquer..
NB distanciation respectée, désinfection répétée, au retour au bateau sommes "désinfectés" avant de monter à bord
Le buffet du petit déjeuner est magnifique : pour les plats chauds le pain etc qq ns sert pour le reste chaque petite assiette de fromage etc est couverte, les fruits frais sont dans de petits bocaux
Vraiment c'est très très bien
NB le prix en cabine normale était à 200€ p p.... avec 2 excursions gratuites y c repas...
je ne pense pas revoir cela
Enfin passage d'écluses impressionnants
Je vous souhaite de la faire
Babette
Duty free et différence entre voyage aller et retour English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Voyageant souvent à l'international (hors UE), je me suis retrouvé avec une question à laquelle je ne sais pas répondre: Sur un Vol Pari - Bamako - Paris, donc en zone internationale, Y a t'il une différence de taxe si on achète en Duty Free à CDG entre l'aller et le retour ? C'est à dire que étant voyageur français, il sera indiqué comme destination finale sur mon billet retour : Paris. Dans ce cas est ce que j'aurais les mêmes avantages qu'à l'aller avec la destination finale Bamako ?
Cette question peut paraître un peu déb... mais j'ai un doute puisque je n'ai jamais rien acheté en DF lors d'un vol retour vers la France...
Merci d'avance! Jé
Voyageant souvent à l'international (hors UE), je me suis retrouvé avec une question à laquelle je ne sais pas répondre: Sur un Vol Pari - Bamako - Paris, donc en zone internationale, Y a t'il une différence de taxe si on achète en Duty Free à CDG entre l'aller et le retour ? C'est à dire que étant voyageur français, il sera indiqué comme destination finale sur mon billet retour : Paris. Dans ce cas est ce que j'aurais les mêmes avantages qu'à l'aller avec la destination finale Bamako ?
Cette question peut paraître un peu déb... mais j'ai un doute puisque je n'ai jamais rien acheté en DF lors d'un vol retour vers la France...
Merci d'avance! Jé
Voyage de Douala jusqu'en Algérie en passant par Limbé et le Bénin English translation pending
Salut à tous je me prénomme chimaine je vie à douala et j'aimerais me rendre en Algérie passent part limbé et le benin et je ne sais pas comment faire svp aidé moi?
Visa nécessaire pour une escale à Séoul en tant que Malien? English translation pending
Bonjour je suis malien en partance pour philippine avec une escale de 3 h30 à Séoul. Est-ce que j’ai besoin d’un visa pour mon escale de 3 h30. Merci de me répondre .
Destination le Mali par la route de l'espoir English translation pending
Bonjour
J'aurais voulu avoir des renseignements pour partir de la France à Bamako (Mali).
Ces renseignements portent sur l'état de la route de l'espoir et surtout le parcours Nioro du sahel à Bamako.
Qu'en est les possibilités de traverser l'Espagne, le Maroc, la Mauritanie et le Mali 'Frontieres ouvertes depuis le coup d'état avec le coronavirus.
Cordialement
Vous interdisez-vous de voyager dans certains pays pour des raisons morales ou politiques? English translation pending
Hallo les voyageurs !
J'ai une question pour vous qui vous baladez de par le vaste monde.
Est-ce que vous prenez en considération le régime politique d'un pays lorsque vous choisissez une destination ? En d'autres termes, est-ce que vous décidez de ne pas vous rendre dans certains pays pour ne pas légitimer en quelque sorte le régime en place ?
Dans le LP sur la Birmanie, ils posent la question : "should you go there ?" et ensuite ils essaient de peser le pour et le contre dans un passage dédié. Faites-vous de même ?
Par exemple, iriez-vous en Corée du Nord, en Chine, en Biélorussie ou en Iran pour ne citer que quelques charmants pays amis des droits de l'Homme ? Si oui, vous sentez-vous le besoin de vous justifier, et comment ? Sinon, quels sont vos raisons qui vous font reculer ?
J'ai parlé de morale dans mon titre, est-ce que ce terme vous semble approprié ?
A vous lire,
Claude
J'ai une question pour vous qui vous baladez de par le vaste monde.
Est-ce que vous prenez en considération le régime politique d'un pays lorsque vous choisissez une destination ? En d'autres termes, est-ce que vous décidez de ne pas vous rendre dans certains pays pour ne pas légitimer en quelque sorte le régime en place ?
Dans le LP sur la Birmanie, ils posent la question : "should you go there ?" et ensuite ils essaient de peser le pour et le contre dans un passage dédié. Faites-vous de même ?
Par exemple, iriez-vous en Corée du Nord, en Chine, en Biélorussie ou en Iran pour ne citer que quelques charmants pays amis des droits de l'Homme ? Si oui, vous sentez-vous le besoin de vous justifier, et comment ? Sinon, quels sont vos raisons qui vous font reculer ?
J'ai parlé de morale dans mon titre, est-ce que ce terme vous semble approprié ?
A vous lire,
Claude
Au bout c'est la mer, le fleuve Rouge sur France 5 English translation pending
Un reportage a ne pas louper si l'on s'intéresse un tant soit peu au Vietnam.
https://www.france.tv/france-5/au-bout-c-est-la-mer/au-bout-c-est-la-mer-saison-3/1872361-vietnam-le-fleuve-rouge.html
https://www.france.tv/france-5/au-bout-c-est-la-mer/au-bout-c-est-la-mer-saison-3/1872361-vietnam-le-fleuve-rouge.html
Itinéraire 10 jours à la découverte des paysages autrichiens! English translation pending
Bonjour tout le monde ! 🙂
Vu la situation sanitaire actuelle, je n'avais pas prévu de partir ce été mais finalement, j'en ressens quand même le besoin et prévois donc d'organiser "à la dernière minute" un voyage en Autriche (+ un peu de la Bavière).
Pourquoi l'Autriche ? Car je suis à la recherche de paysages grandioses, sauvages et que c'est un pays qui m'a toujours attiré. La Suisse étant plus chère, l'Autriche m'ira très bien ! 😎
Je compte donc partir 1 semaine-10 jours en Autriche, en axant mon voyage sur les paysages et la nature plutôt que les villes.
J'habite la Belgique et je m'y rendrai avec mon véhicule.
Ne connaissant encore rien à ce pays, je viens vers vous pour des conseils d'itinéraires. J'ai déjà une vague idée après mes quelques recherches mais vos conseils seront les bienvenus.
Grosso modo, je diviserais le voyage en trois parties : 1) Innsbruk et ses alentours, 2) Grossglockner/Route 107 et alentours, 3) Salzbourg et alentours.
Pour rendre le trajet aller moins pénible, j'envisage de m'arrêter à Munich et d'y dormir.
J1 : trajet Belgique-Munich (nuit à Munich) - visite de la ville J2 : de Munich au château de Neuschwanstein - visite du château - nuit dans la région J3 : de Munich à Alpspitze : visite de Alpspitze et Zugspitze - nuit dans la région J4 : de Alpspitze à Innsbruk : passage à Blindsee et autres points d'intérêt, viste d'Innsbruk - nuit à Innsbruk J5 : de Innsbruk à Solden : passage à Piburgersee, visite Solden - nuit à ? J6 : journée supplémentaire dans la région d'Innsbruk et alentours (est-ce nécessaire ?) J7 : de Innsbruk à Zemm am See - nuit à Zemm am See (ou autre) J8 : Grossglockner / Route 107 - nuit à Zemm am See (ou autre) J9 : de Zemm am See à Hallstatt - nuit à Hallstat (ou autre) J10 : de Hallstatt à Salzbourg - nuit à Salzbourg J11 : de Salzbourg à Berchtesgaden - visite du nid d'aigle - nuit à Berchtesgaden J12 : retour en Belgique
Est-ce que cet itinéraire vous paraît cohérent et faisable ? Le but étant encore une fois de profiter un maximum des paysages, de voir pas mal de choses sans pour autant courir non stop. On adore la photo donc on aimerait pouvoir profiter de chaque endroit, dans la mesure du possible.
Je ne connais rien au pays donc n'hésitez pas à me dire si je dois prévoir plus ou moins de temps à tel ou tel endroit.
Merci d'avance pour vos avis éclairés ! 🙂
Bonne fin de journée,
Jonafly
Vu la situation sanitaire actuelle, je n'avais pas prévu de partir ce été mais finalement, j'en ressens quand même le besoin et prévois donc d'organiser "à la dernière minute" un voyage en Autriche (+ un peu de la Bavière).
Pourquoi l'Autriche ? Car je suis à la recherche de paysages grandioses, sauvages et que c'est un pays qui m'a toujours attiré. La Suisse étant plus chère, l'Autriche m'ira très bien ! 😎
Je compte donc partir 1 semaine-10 jours en Autriche, en axant mon voyage sur les paysages et la nature plutôt que les villes.
J'habite la Belgique et je m'y rendrai avec mon véhicule.
Ne connaissant encore rien à ce pays, je viens vers vous pour des conseils d'itinéraires. J'ai déjà une vague idée après mes quelques recherches mais vos conseils seront les bienvenus.
Grosso modo, je diviserais le voyage en trois parties : 1) Innsbruk et ses alentours, 2) Grossglockner/Route 107 et alentours, 3) Salzbourg et alentours.
Pour rendre le trajet aller moins pénible, j'envisage de m'arrêter à Munich et d'y dormir.
J1 : trajet Belgique-Munich (nuit à Munich) - visite de la ville J2 : de Munich au château de Neuschwanstein - visite du château - nuit dans la région J3 : de Munich à Alpspitze : visite de Alpspitze et Zugspitze - nuit dans la région J4 : de Alpspitze à Innsbruk : passage à Blindsee et autres points d'intérêt, viste d'Innsbruk - nuit à Innsbruk J5 : de Innsbruk à Solden : passage à Piburgersee, visite Solden - nuit à ? J6 : journée supplémentaire dans la région d'Innsbruk et alentours (est-ce nécessaire ?) J7 : de Innsbruk à Zemm am See - nuit à Zemm am See (ou autre) J8 : Grossglockner / Route 107 - nuit à Zemm am See (ou autre) J9 : de Zemm am See à Hallstatt - nuit à Hallstat (ou autre) J10 : de Hallstatt à Salzbourg - nuit à Salzbourg J11 : de Salzbourg à Berchtesgaden - visite du nid d'aigle - nuit à Berchtesgaden J12 : retour en Belgique
Est-ce que cet itinéraire vous paraît cohérent et faisable ? Le but étant encore une fois de profiter un maximum des paysages, de voir pas mal de choses sans pour autant courir non stop. On adore la photo donc on aimerait pouvoir profiter de chaque endroit, dans la mesure du possible.
Je ne connais rien au pays donc n'hésitez pas à me dire si je dois prévoir plus ou moins de temps à tel ou tel endroit.
Merci d'avance pour vos avis éclairés ! 🙂
Bonne fin de journée,
Jonafly
Col des Gourgs Blancs sur la Haute randonnée pyrénéenne (HRP) sans équipement? English translation pending
Quelqu'un a-t-il traversé récemment le col des Gourgs Blancs ? Est-ce possible d'Est en Ouest sans équipement d'alpinisme et avec un gros sac ? Merci