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Hôtel San Luis à San Andres - Colombie - English translation pending
bonjour à tous je suis à la recherche de photo de l'île de san andre, je m'en vais à l'hotel san luis mais si vous avec des photos de l'île j'apprécirais.
merci à l'avance
merci à l'avance
hôtel san josé,urgent!!! English translation pending
Voilà ce que c'est de s'y prendre à la dernière minute sans regarder le calendrier:je pars lundi prochain au Costa Rica, sans avoir réservé d'hôtel à San José...et apparemment c'est déjà Pâques!!
Pouvez-vous me donner un maximum d'adresses en attendant d'avoir le lonely planet? merciiiiiiiiii
Circuit San Francisco-ouest américain English translation pending
Salut à tous,
Je voudrais faire un circuit individuel de 3 semaines dans l'ouest américain en commançant par San Francisco. Jusque là rien de très particulier...
1) Voyageant seule, j'aime bien de temps en temps intégrer un petit un circuit organisé et c'est là que ça se complique pour moi.
Je recherche un circuit en partant de SF qui va vers Yosémite puis Séquoia Valley puis Death valley et finissant par LA (ou vice et versa). Jusque là, je trouve rien sur google si ce n'est ce circuit intégré à un plus grand avec le tour classique de Las Vegas, le grand canyon Bryce et Zion que je connais déjà et que je ne tiens pas à refaire.
Serai je donc obligée de faire ces trois parcs indépendemment les uns des autres ? (je ne tiens pas à louer une voiture et c'est pour ça que je recherche un tour).
2) Hébergement
J'ai du mal à faire mon choix sur les hostels alors si quelqu'un pouvait m'en indiquer des sympas sur San Francisco, Seattle et Vancouver, ça serait cool 😏
En vous remerciant par avance...
Je voudrais faire un circuit individuel de 3 semaines dans l'ouest américain en commançant par San Francisco. Jusque là rien de très particulier...
1) Voyageant seule, j'aime bien de temps en temps intégrer un petit un circuit organisé et c'est là que ça se complique pour moi.
Je recherche un circuit en partant de SF qui va vers Yosémite puis Séquoia Valley puis Death valley et finissant par LA (ou vice et versa). Jusque là, je trouve rien sur google si ce n'est ce circuit intégré à un plus grand avec le tour classique de Las Vegas, le grand canyon Bryce et Zion que je connais déjà et que je ne tiens pas à refaire.
Serai je donc obligée de faire ces trois parcs indépendemment les uns des autres ? (je ne tiens pas à louer une voiture et c'est pour ça que je recherche un tour).
2) Hébergement
J'ai du mal à faire mon choix sur les hostels alors si quelqu'un pouvait m'en indiquer des sympas sur San Francisco, Seattle et Vancouver, ça serait cool 😏
En vous remerciant par avance...
Excursions San Luis: Johnny Cary et Aquariu English translation pending
Bonjour,
on part bientôt pour le San Luis. Tout le monde nous dit qu'il faut visiter Johnny Cary et Aquariu (quelque chose comme ça). Avez-vous une idée de combien coût l'excursion? Ca nous donnerait une idée de combien d'argent apporter.
😉
on part bientôt pour le San Luis. Tout le monde nous dit qu'il faut visiter Johnny Cary et Aquariu (quelque chose comme ça). Avez-vous une idée de combien coût l'excursion? Ca nous donnerait une idée de combien d'argent apporter.
😉
Khao san road à Bangkok? English translation pending
Salut à tous, je pars le 01/10 de Paris pour Bangkok, je pense faire un saut dans une des nombreuses guesthouses du quartier Khao san road qui à l'air bien animé. Est ce toujours le quartier des routards et autre travelers ? Après je pense bouger soit à L'est du pays (Koh chang, Koh samet) ou au Nord (chiang mai et env je sais pas encore) 😏
Have you any suggestions ?!? ( je prépare mon anglais, ça risque d'être assez folklo...)
Have you any suggestions ?!? ( je prépare mon anglais, ça risque d'être assez folklo...)
Logement San Francisco English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je suis actuellement aux États-Unis et plus particulièrement à Los Angeles mais dans quelques jours, je prends la direction pour San Francisco. Si j'écris ce message c'est que je suis à la recherche de personne pouvant m'héberger sur Francisco (quelques jours pour me dépanner) ou me donner des conseils pour trouver un job là-bas juste pour quelques semaines.
N'ayant plus beaucoup d'argent pour finir mon voyage et ma date de retour en France n'étant que le 10 septembre !
Bien sur pour ceux qui pourraient m'héberger en retour je leur offrirais le même accueil à Paris.
Voila si vous êtes un routard comme moi et si ce message vous interpelle n'hésitez pas à m'écrire.
See you
Julien. 😉
Hôtel San Lui à San Andres English translation pending
Bonjour! Je m'envole vers San Andres le 29 février avec des amis et je voudrais avoir plus d'infos sur l'hôtel San Luis. J'ai lu plusieurs messages à ce sujet, mais je me pose des questions sur le propreté (bébittes, bouffe), l'animation, la plage, l'ambiance (je crois que ça va être le party puisque c'est la semaine de relâche et les universités vont là), mais comment fonctionne le système de 5 hôtels est-ce que c'est séruritaire pour des filles sur l'île, la plage (vol) ect... Bref, si vous avez des trucs, , se serait très apprécié. Merci🙂
Plongée San Andres! English translation pending
Bonjour a tous. J'aimerais avoir plus de détails sur la plongée sous-marine a San Andres...couts, dive shops, sites de plongée, instructuer, visibilité, espèces possible de voir...tout le tralala!
Merci
Fred
Merci
Fred
Decameron San Luis à San Andres English translation pending
Bonjour,
Est-ce qu'il y a des gens parmi vous qui sont allé à San Andres? C'est comment comme endroit? Plus particulièrement à l'hotel San Luis, car c'est là que je serai. J'aimerais avoir vos commentaires en général sur la nourriture, l'ambiance, la propreté, l'animation, les choses à ne pas manquer, etc.
Merci!
Est-ce qu'il y a des gens parmi vous qui sont allé à San Andres? C'est comment comme endroit? Plus particulièrement à l'hotel San Luis, car c'est là que je serai. J'aimerais avoir vos commentaires en général sur la nourriture, l'ambiance, la propreté, l'animation, les choses à ne pas manquer, etc.
Merci!
Mexico-San Jose (Guatemala) en trois ou 4 mois? English translation pending
Salut,
je projette de partir vers le 15 janvier pour un voyage de 3 ou 4 mois voir plus. Je compte arriver a Mexico et repartir de San Jose.
Est ce que 3 ou 4 mois me seront suffisant tout en prenant bien mon temps ?
Quelqu'un a t il des plans plongee pas chere et sympa ? Ou ?
Quels pays et endroits me conseillez vous avant tout ? Lesquels seraient a zapper ?
J'entends beaucoup de choses pas terribles au niveau securite sur le Guatemala notamment sur Tikal ? Quelqu'un y est il allez dernierement ? C'est comment ?
Connaissez vous des bons plans volontariat au sein de reserves naturelles ou sur des programmes de protections (ex : tortues marines) ?
Je pars seul, cela pose t il un probleme et ou ?
Bon avis a ceux qui partirait vers les memes dates, je pars seul mais ne suis pas asociale.
Ciao
je projette de partir vers le 15 janvier pour un voyage de 3 ou 4 mois voir plus. Je compte arriver a Mexico et repartir de San Jose.
Est ce que 3 ou 4 mois me seront suffisant tout en prenant bien mon temps ?
Quelqu'un a t il des plans plongee pas chere et sympa ? Ou ?
Quels pays et endroits me conseillez vous avant tout ? Lesquels seraient a zapper ?
J'entends beaucoup de choses pas terribles au niveau securite sur le Guatemala notamment sur Tikal ? Quelqu'un y est il allez dernierement ? C'est comment ?
Connaissez vous des bons plans volontariat au sein de reserves naturelles ou sur des programmes de protections (ex : tortues marines) ?
Je pars seul, cela pose t il un probleme et ou ?
Bon avis a ceux qui partirait vers les memes dates, je pars seul mais ne suis pas asociale.
Ciao
Hôtel San Luis English translation pending
Bonjour
je vais partir pour san andres bientot et je voulais aller a l'hotel San Luis, mais j'ai lu les commentaires d'un membre, qui disait qu'il y avait beaucoup de bibittes. Rassuré moi quelqu'un🤪 Je voudrais savoir si quelqu'un y est allé vers la fin novembre début décembre, est-ce que la température est belle, est-ce que c'est la saison des pluies....😕. Merci de vos commentaires..
je vais partir pour san andres bientot et je voulais aller a l'hotel San Luis, mais j'ai lu les commentaires d'un membre, qui disait qu'il y avait beaucoup de bibittes. Rassuré moi quelqu'un🤪 Je voudrais savoir si quelqu'un y est allé vers la fin novembre début décembre, est-ce que la température est belle, est-ce que c'est la saison des pluies....😕. Merci de vos commentaires..
Visiter San Francisco en partant de Montreal English translation pending
Bonjour a tous
Je cherche des information pour visiter San fransisco en partant de Montreal en motoriser
Je cherche des information pour visiter San fransisco en partant de Montreal en motoriser
Hôtel San Luis English translation pending
J'aimerais des infos concernant Ile de San-Andres. Nous partons du 28 dec au 12 jan 04 et allons loger a L'hotel San Luis.
C'est la première fois que nous irons sur l'ile des J'aimerais bien bénéficier de quelques "tips" !!!
C'est la première fois que nous irons sur l'ile des J'aimerais bien bénéficier de quelques "tips" !!!
Croisière San Blas/Panama English translation pending
Je souhaite partir 15 jours au Panama fin avril / début mai et souhaite passer une semaine pour effectuer une croisière dans l'archipel des San Blas, ce moyen de transport étant à priori le plus efficace devant le nombre réduit d'infrastructures de logement et de transport.
Je suis tombé sur le site internet d'une compagnie "Sanblasailing" ? Est-elle bien ?
Quelqu'un ayant déjà effectué ce type de voyage pourrait-il me donner plus de renseignements ? Itinéraire ? Durée idéale ? Un bon plan pour louer un bateau ? Et une idée du coût ?
Merci d'avance 😉
Je suis tombé sur le site internet d'une compagnie "Sanblasailing" ? Est-elle bien ?
Quelqu'un ayant déjà effectué ce type de voyage pourrait-il me donner plus de renseignements ? Itinéraire ? Durée idéale ? Un bon plan pour louer un bateau ? Et une idée du coût ?
Merci d'avance 😉
Hikes in Santo Antão
Hello,
In mid-November, we’ll be in Mindelo and Santo Antão.
We’ve booked transportation with Kapverden Tours.
One trip is from Porto Novo to Ponta do Sol, including the hike from Corda to Coculi.
What’s the trail like?
Then we’ll be staying in Ponta do Sol,
Here’s what we’re planning: A hike to Fontainhas—what’s the best direction, considering we’re not great with climbs? No problem with flat terrain or descents. Take an aluguer to Ribeira Grande and continue along the coastal road.
With the agency: An excursion to Cruzinha with a short walk. Return to Porto Novo via the path from Cova to… I’m not sure where yet, to pick up the car for Porto Novo, since we’ll be taking the ferry that evening. We’ll have a guide for this hike.
We’d love to spend a day in Tarrafal, but getting back requires a boat or taxi, and it’s really expensive!
We’re a couple, 78 and 76 years old. What do you think of this itinerary?
Here’s what we’re planning: A hike to Fontainhas—what’s the best direction, considering we’re not great with climbs? No problem with flat terrain or descents. Take an aluguer to Ribeira Grande and continue along the coastal road.
With the agency: An excursion to Cruzinha with a short walk. Return to Porto Novo via the path from Cova to… I’m not sure where yet, to pick up the car for Porto Novo, since we’ll be taking the ferry that evening. We’ll have a guide for this hike.
We’d love to spend a day in Tarrafal, but getting back requires a boat or taxi, and it’s really expensive!
We’re a couple, 78 and 76 years old. What do you think of this itinerary?
Trip report: San José del Guaviare
Hi everyone, here’s a little trip report from San José del Guaviare, in the Guaviare department of Colombia.
First, the journey: an overnight bus from Bogotá. The bus terminal is a 20-minute taxi ride from the airport (30,000 COP). The bus company that goes down to San José is Flota Macarena, located in sector 2 of the terminal. The bus terminal is big, with plenty of places to eat and lots of little shops. The bus seats are pretty small but manageable—comfortable enough. We left at 10:30 PM and arrived around 7:00 AM the next morning.
First thing to note: the center of San José, right by the river, is really dirty, noisy, and not very pleasant. We stayed at Hotel Malecon, by the river, where the Malecon promenade is supposed to be the nice spot to walk along the river. Well, no—it’s completely abandoned, with trash everywhere. The hotel itself is in what we nicknamed the "scrap metal district," since that’s pretty much all you see—scrap yards and garages. Not exactly pleasant and kind of sketchy at first glance. A room with AC and a balcony at Hotel Malecon costs 120,000 COP per night. For one night, it was fine since we hadn’t booked anything in advance. After that, we moved to an Airbnb in the neighborhood with the soccer stadium—a really nice and quiet area. The little tip here is that there’s a pool behind the stadium—8,000 COP to swim, and there’s a bar right across the street. Honestly, it’s great to have a place to cool off because it was *really* hot in San José.
Now, let’s talk about the main attraction here: the natural sites. We visited Puerta de Orión (free entry, but the guide—mandatory—costs 10,000 COP per person), the natural pools (15,000 COP entry), Balneario La Lindosa (5,000 COP to swim), and Las Delicias waterfall (10,000 COP)—that last one was our favorite. The sites are really cool, and I’d definitely recommend visiting them. It’s pure nature out there.
For accommodations, a lot of places are located outside San José, near the tourist sites. At first, we wanted to stay out there, but without a car, it’s a real hassle. So if you’re not driving, stick to San José.
Getting to all these sites by taxi costs around 30,000 COP one way, except for Las Delicias waterfall, which is farther away—70,000 COP one way. Taxis within the urban area of San José cost 6,000 COP. The bus from San José to Villavicencio with Flota Macarena costs 78,000 COP and takes between 5 and 6 hours.
To wrap up, our 5 days in San José were really great. We were pleasantly surprised by how friendly the people there are—it really stands out.
So if you’re looking for a spot that’s still off the mass-tourism radar, come here! It’s nice, and there are plenty of other sites we didn’t get to see.
First, the journey: an overnight bus from Bogotá. The bus terminal is a 20-minute taxi ride from the airport (30,000 COP). The bus company that goes down to San José is Flota Macarena, located in sector 2 of the terminal. The bus terminal is big, with plenty of places to eat and lots of little shops. The bus seats are pretty small but manageable—comfortable enough. We left at 10:30 PM and arrived around 7:00 AM the next morning.
First thing to note: the center of San José, right by the river, is really dirty, noisy, and not very pleasant. We stayed at Hotel Malecon, by the river, where the Malecon promenade is supposed to be the nice spot to walk along the river. Well, no—it’s completely abandoned, with trash everywhere. The hotel itself is in what we nicknamed the "scrap metal district," since that’s pretty much all you see—scrap yards and garages. Not exactly pleasant and kind of sketchy at first glance. A room with AC and a balcony at Hotel Malecon costs 120,000 COP per night. For one night, it was fine since we hadn’t booked anything in advance. After that, we moved to an Airbnb in the neighborhood with the soccer stadium—a really nice and quiet area. The little tip here is that there’s a pool behind the stadium—8,000 COP to swim, and there’s a bar right across the street. Honestly, it’s great to have a place to cool off because it was *really* hot in San José.
Now, let’s talk about the main attraction here: the natural sites. We visited Puerta de Orión (free entry, but the guide—mandatory—costs 10,000 COP per person), the natural pools (15,000 COP entry), Balneario La Lindosa (5,000 COP to swim), and Las Delicias waterfall (10,000 COP)—that last one was our favorite. The sites are really cool, and I’d definitely recommend visiting them. It’s pure nature out there.
For accommodations, a lot of places are located outside San José, near the tourist sites. At first, we wanted to stay out there, but without a car, it’s a real hassle. So if you’re not driving, stick to San José.
Getting to all these sites by taxi costs around 30,000 COP one way, except for Las Delicias waterfall, which is farther away—70,000 COP one way. Taxis within the urban area of San José cost 6,000 COP. The bus from San José to Villavicencio with Flota Macarena costs 78,000 COP and takes between 5 and 6 hours.
To wrap up, our 5 days in San José were really great. We were pleasantly surprised by how friendly the people there are—it really stands out.
So if you’re looking for a spot that’s still off the mass-tourism radar, come here! It’s nice, and there are plenty of other sites we didn’t get to see.
Chiapas - San Cristobal to Palenque route (Mexico)
I’d like to visit Chiapas this summer with my husband and my son (young adult). After a few days in San Cristobal and the surrounding area, we want to take a bus to Palenque.
I’ve heard conflicting things about the danger of being stopped on the road by revolutionaries. We’re planning to take a daytime bus. Is the most direct route safe, or is it wiser to take the long detour via Villahermosa?
If you’ve made this trip recently, could you share your thoughts?
Thanks
Traveling to the San Blas Islands from Panama
Hi there,
I have a few questions about Panama. I’ve heard that it’s possible to travel from Panama to the San Blas Islands.
1- Does anyone have information about small plane transport to the islands? I understand it’s possible to fly to one of the main islands, but there might also be other drop-off points for visiting more remote islands. We’re traveling with kids and would prefer to avoid a 5 AM wake-up and a mountain car ride if possible.
2- Regarding our route through the country: we’ve noted the issues with renting a car. We’ve seen that a common itinerary is to fly directly to Bocas del Toro afterward, then return in stages by bus or rental car.
We imagine taking the bus would be really long and tiring (especially with a child). If we rent a car all the way to the west of the country, do you have any recommendations? (e.g., options to rent there and drop it off at the airport or in Panama City, names of local agencies?)
Thanks in advance!
I have a few questions about Panama. I’ve heard that it’s possible to travel from Panama to the San Blas Islands.
1- Does anyone have information about small plane transport to the islands? I understand it’s possible to fly to one of the main islands, but there might also be other drop-off points for visiting more remote islands. We’re traveling with kids and would prefer to avoid a 5 AM wake-up and a mountain car ride if possible.
2- Regarding our route through the country: we’ve noted the issues with renting a car. We’ve seen that a common itinerary is to fly directly to Bocas del Toro afterward, then return in stages by bus or rental car.
We imagine taking the bus would be really long and tiring (especially with a child). If we rent a car all the way to the west of the country, do you have any recommendations? (e.g., options to rent there and drop it off at the airport or in Panama City, names of local agencies?)
Thanks in advance!
One-Month Itinerary from San Francisco to Seattle via Vancouver BC
Hi there,
I’m planning a month-long trip that’ll take me from San Francisco to Seattle, stopping in Vancouver BC along the way. After tweaking this route every which way and trying to balance must-see spots with more relaxed stops (like the Oregon coast), I’ve landed on this itinerary—I’d love your thoughts!
Days 1 and 2: San Francisco Days 3 and 4: Lassen Volcanic Park Days 5 and 6: Crater Lake Days 7 to 9: Portland Day 10: Astoria or Cannon Beach Day 11: Ruby Beach or Forks (for the Hoh Rain Forest) Days 12 and 13: Port Angeles (for Hurricane Ridge) Day 14: Victoria (Vancouver Island) Days 15 to 17: Ucluelet (Vancouver Island) Days 18 to 20: Vancouver BC Days 21 and 22: North Cascades NP Days 23 to 25: Mt. Rainier Days 26 to 28: Seattle
Of course, there’s travel time built in—for example, the third day on Vancouver Island will mostly be eaten up by getting back to the mainland and Vancouver.
Do you think there are any extra stops or anything I’ve missed? A month feels like a lot and not a lot at the same time… Thanks!
I’m planning a month-long trip that’ll take me from San Francisco to Seattle, stopping in Vancouver BC along the way. After tweaking this route every which way and trying to balance must-see spots with more relaxed stops (like the Oregon coast), I’ve landed on this itinerary—I’d love your thoughts!
Days 1 and 2: San Francisco Days 3 and 4: Lassen Volcanic Park Days 5 and 6: Crater Lake Days 7 to 9: Portland Day 10: Astoria or Cannon Beach Day 11: Ruby Beach or Forks (for the Hoh Rain Forest) Days 12 and 13: Port Angeles (for Hurricane Ridge) Day 14: Victoria (Vancouver Island) Days 15 to 17: Ucluelet (Vancouver Island) Days 18 to 20: Vancouver BC Days 21 and 22: North Cascades NP Days 23 to 25: Mt. Rainier Days 26 to 28: Seattle
Of course, there’s travel time built in—for example, the third day on Vancouver Island will mostly be eaten up by getting back to the mainland and Vancouver.
Do you think there are any extra stops or anything I’ve missed? A month feels like a lot and not a lot at the same time… Thanks!
Easter Island, Ushuaia, San Pedro de Atacama, Santiago Chile, Nov-Dec 2024, 28 days
A little recap of my 28-day solo trip from mid-November to mid-December 2024.
CDG to Santiago with Air France, first night near the airport at City Express by Marriott Airport. No shuttle as planned, but I expected it, so on the advice of a kind Chilean, I took Trans Vip at the airport counter. It was great—I’ll download the app—easy, cheap, and on time. The hotel arranged the return trip to the airport the next morning for my flight to Easter Island. I booked my flight with Latam via Booking, as well as my accommodation: Hare o Koro (formerly Vai Kapua, French spoken). Warm welcome with a flower lei and a quick city tour with Marieta and her husband. The place was clean, well-located, and included breakfast. All the tours were done with the family for a very reasonable price (personalized service with fun anecdotes!!). They even gave me souvenirs for the trip back—a great place to recommend! 🙂.
Back to Santiago for a night at Quinta by Wyndham. Again, no shuttle, the room was very comfortable, but no hot water or breakfast due to an early departure. The airport shuttle was fine, but I won’t stay here again. Off to Ushuaia with Aerolíneas Argentinas—I booked the flight directly on their site with a longer layover due to a plane change (tip from a fellow traveler). Took a taxi to Isla Bella, which included lunch. The place was clean, heated, and a nice surprise—Monica speaks French! It’s 15 minutes from the center, but the way back is a steep climb. I booked 3 excursions with the agency Brasileiros em—great experience! Next door, there’s a clothing store where I rented waterproof shoes for the Laguna Esmeralda trek, and I’m glad I did!! After 4 nights, back to Santiago for 1 night at Happy Hostel (breakfast included).
For the experience, I took the Bus Ciktur to Calama—a 22h30 semi-cama ride with a toilet, movies, and TV in the evening, then a 1h30 bus to San Pedro de Atacama. Stayed at Hotel Sonchek, well-located, no breakfast but a shared kitchen with coffee and tea available. Moïssa speaks French and recommended the agency Gato Andino for my excursions—great choice! I ended with the Geysers del Tatio without taking altitude meds, just coca leaf tea! Spent 4 nights there, then back to Santiago with Sky Airlines. Returned to Happy Hostel since it’s well-located in the historic center.
Took the Turistik bus for 2 days (48 €), including the teleferico for Cerro San Cristóbal (the funicular wasn’t working). Valparaíso and Viña del Mar with the same agency—Valparaíso is stunning, but the guide wasn’t great. SKY COSTANERA had an impressive view (18 €). Near the hotel in the Brazil neighborhood, you can eat local and cheap at Foxtim Burger.
All in all, great encounters—the Chileans are friendly and helpful!!!!
Back to Santiago for a night at Quinta by Wyndham. Again, no shuttle, the room was very comfortable, but no hot water or breakfast due to an early departure. The airport shuttle was fine, but I won’t stay here again. Off to Ushuaia with Aerolíneas Argentinas—I booked the flight directly on their site with a longer layover due to a plane change (tip from a fellow traveler). Took a taxi to Isla Bella, which included lunch. The place was clean, heated, and a nice surprise—Monica speaks French! It’s 15 minutes from the center, but the way back is a steep climb. I booked 3 excursions with the agency Brasileiros em—great experience! Next door, there’s a clothing store where I rented waterproof shoes for the Laguna Esmeralda trek, and I’m glad I did!! After 4 nights, back to Santiago for 1 night at Happy Hostel (breakfast included).
For the experience, I took the Bus Ciktur to Calama—a 22h30 semi-cama ride with a toilet, movies, and TV in the evening, then a 1h30 bus to San Pedro de Atacama. Stayed at Hotel Sonchek, well-located, no breakfast but a shared kitchen with coffee and tea available. Moïssa speaks French and recommended the agency Gato Andino for my excursions—great choice! I ended with the Geysers del Tatio without taking altitude meds, just coca leaf tea! Spent 4 nights there, then back to Santiago with Sky Airlines. Returned to Happy Hostel since it’s well-located in the historic center.
Took the Turistik bus for 2 days (48 €), including the teleferico for Cerro San Cristóbal (the funicular wasn’t working). Valparaíso and Viña del Mar with the same agency—Valparaíso is stunning, but the guide wasn’t great. SKY COSTANERA had an impressive view (18 €). Near the hotel in the Brazil neighborhood, you can eat local and cheap at Foxtim Burger.
All in all, great encounters—the Chileans are friendly and helpful!!!!
Family Road Trip: San Francisco - Portland - San Francisco
Hi there,
We’re planning a family road trip (kids aged 10 and 15) over 23 days between San Francisco and Portland (Northern California and Oregon). It’ll be a loop. We want to take our time with hikes but also enjoy the cities to relax a bit (Portland / SF).
Here’s our itinerary—I’d love your thoughts on the places we’ve picked, suggestions for stops along the way, and whether this route is doable given the distances (especially Tahoe Lake to Crater Lake and Crater Lake to Portland):
Day 1: Arrive in San Francisco midday, head to Yosemite (3 nights). Day 1/2: Yosemite Valley / Glacier Point, etc. Day 3: Tioga Road with a stop at Mono Lake (1 night in Bridgeport). Day 4: Bodie in the morning, then drive to North Lake Tahoe (2 nights in North Lake Tahoe). Day 5: Lake Tahoe. Day 6: Long drive to Crater Lake via Burney Falls? (2 nights in Fort Klamath). Day 7: Crater Lake. Day 8: Drive to Portland via Bend (4 nights in Portland). Days 9–11: Portland + Columbia Gorge. Day 12: Portland to Newport via Highway 101: Cannon Beach/Tillamook (1 night in Newport). Day 13: Newport to Golden Beach via Florence/Oregon Dunes (1 night in Golden Beach). Day 14: Drive to Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park (3 nights near Crescent City). Days 15–16: Redwood National Park (Fern Canyon / Avenue of the Giants, etc.). Day 17: Drive along the coast via Eureka / Fort Bragg (1 night in Willits). Day 18: Drive to San Francisco via Napa Valley (5 nights in SF). Days 19–22: San Francisco. Day 23: Departure.
Everything’s booked but still flexible, so I can adjust if needed.
Thanks in advance!
We’re planning a family road trip (kids aged 10 and 15) over 23 days between San Francisco and Portland (Northern California and Oregon). It’ll be a loop. We want to take our time with hikes but also enjoy the cities to relax a bit (Portland / SF).
Here’s our itinerary—I’d love your thoughts on the places we’ve picked, suggestions for stops along the way, and whether this route is doable given the distances (especially Tahoe Lake to Crater Lake and Crater Lake to Portland):
Day 1: Arrive in San Francisco midday, head to Yosemite (3 nights). Day 1/2: Yosemite Valley / Glacier Point, etc. Day 3: Tioga Road with a stop at Mono Lake (1 night in Bridgeport). Day 4: Bodie in the morning, then drive to North Lake Tahoe (2 nights in North Lake Tahoe). Day 5: Lake Tahoe. Day 6: Long drive to Crater Lake via Burney Falls? (2 nights in Fort Klamath). Day 7: Crater Lake. Day 8: Drive to Portland via Bend (4 nights in Portland). Days 9–11: Portland + Columbia Gorge. Day 12: Portland to Newport via Highway 101: Cannon Beach/Tillamook (1 night in Newport). Day 13: Newport to Golden Beach via Florence/Oregon Dunes (1 night in Golden Beach). Day 14: Drive to Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park (3 nights near Crescent City). Days 15–16: Redwood National Park (Fern Canyon / Avenue of the Giants, etc.). Day 17: Drive along the coast via Eureka / Fort Bragg (1 night in Willits). Day 18: Drive to San Francisco via Napa Valley (5 nights in SF). Days 19–22: San Francisco. Day 23: Departure.
Everything’s booked but still flexible, so I can adjust if needed.
Thanks in advance!
Information about the San Blas Islands before booking your excursion (Panama)
I’ve put together this information sheet based on my own experience, feedback from my clients, and reviews from travelers on various travel forums and social media.
I think it’s important to share the reality of these postcard-perfect little islands with their white sandy beaches and palm trees before you set off. That way, you can make the most of your trip to the San Blas Islands, know exactly what to expect, and decide if this destination is right for you.
The San Blas Islands are run by the indigenous Guna people. They have their own rules, and Panamanian law doesn’t really apply. Today, their main income comes from tourism, so please note that foreigners aren’t allowed to operate cabanas there. This means that as soon as you board their small boats, you’re in the hands of the Gunas, and it’ll be tough to complain about delays, logistical issues, or refunds. Wait times can be long, and the Gunas are pretty informal—at first glance, they might even seem unwelcoming. But you have to understand that their culture and way of life are simply different from yours.
You’ll find plenty of tour operators offering day trips or one- or two-night stays on the same islands at different prices. I think all these listings create confusion and uncertainty for travelers. You can book with operators who care about their clients and deal directly with them, while others act only as intermediaries or booking systems between travelers, the Gunas, and transport companies without providing any follow-up during your stay. Don’t forget that all the San Blas Islands are beautiful, and your choice shouldn’t be based on which of the 365 islands is the prettiest, but on the hospitality of the Guna family, the accommodation, and the service they provide. I also recommend avoiding San Blas on weekends and public holidays.
To explain the sometimes "low" level of service mentioned in traveler reviews, you need to understand that the San Blas Islands are very basic and rustic—that’s also the charm of the experience, which, for some of you, will push you out of your comfort zone. Not all huts have electricity, or even light. If you want to charge your phone, ask the island owner, who might charge you a small fee. Needless to say, WiFi isn’t available on all islands.
Not all Gunas working there have studied hospitality management, logistics, gastronomy, or tourism. There’s been a big "boom" in the last 10 years, and they haven’t been trained for it.
Regarding the 4x4 road transport, expect to be a bit cramped since the car can fit 6 passengers. Also, you might face delays, or the car might already be waiting for you because the pickup route can change, and sometimes other passengers are late, causing delays. To avoid this, I recommend paying extra for private transport—it’ll make your trip smoother and save you frustration before arriving in San Blas, as well as on your return to Panama City, which can sometimes be chaotic.
Stay flexible! Expect delays, lack of communication, waiting for someone or something without knowing why, rustic cabanas, no fish but pasta instead (yes! sometimes the fish season is low!), fried eggs and bread for breakfast—but in the end, everything works out if you can accept these little inconveniences. Just enjoy the adventure!
Finally, the San Blas Islands have a waste collection problem, so you might see trash on the islands, especially during the summer season due to strong currents. Most of the waste comes from the sea and the mainland. For the sake of the island, please take your trash with you.
I think it’s important to share the reality of these postcard-perfect little islands with their white sandy beaches and palm trees before you set off. That way, you can make the most of your trip to the San Blas Islands, know exactly what to expect, and decide if this destination is right for you.
The San Blas Islands are run by the indigenous Guna people. They have their own rules, and Panamanian law doesn’t really apply. Today, their main income comes from tourism, so please note that foreigners aren’t allowed to operate cabanas there. This means that as soon as you board their small boats, you’re in the hands of the Gunas, and it’ll be tough to complain about delays, logistical issues, or refunds. Wait times can be long, and the Gunas are pretty informal—at first glance, they might even seem unwelcoming. But you have to understand that their culture and way of life are simply different from yours.
You’ll find plenty of tour operators offering day trips or one- or two-night stays on the same islands at different prices. I think all these listings create confusion and uncertainty for travelers. You can book with operators who care about their clients and deal directly with them, while others act only as intermediaries or booking systems between travelers, the Gunas, and transport companies without providing any follow-up during your stay. Don’t forget that all the San Blas Islands are beautiful, and your choice shouldn’t be based on which of the 365 islands is the prettiest, but on the hospitality of the Guna family, the accommodation, and the service they provide. I also recommend avoiding San Blas on weekends and public holidays.
To explain the sometimes "low" level of service mentioned in traveler reviews, you need to understand that the San Blas Islands are very basic and rustic—that’s also the charm of the experience, which, for some of you, will push you out of your comfort zone. Not all huts have electricity, or even light. If you want to charge your phone, ask the island owner, who might charge you a small fee. Needless to say, WiFi isn’t available on all islands.
Not all Gunas working there have studied hospitality management, logistics, gastronomy, or tourism. There’s been a big "boom" in the last 10 years, and they haven’t been trained for it.
Regarding the 4x4 road transport, expect to be a bit cramped since the car can fit 6 passengers. Also, you might face delays, or the car might already be waiting for you because the pickup route can change, and sometimes other passengers are late, causing delays. To avoid this, I recommend paying extra for private transport—it’ll make your trip smoother and save you frustration before arriving in San Blas, as well as on your return to Panama City, which can sometimes be chaotic.
Stay flexible! Expect delays, lack of communication, waiting for someone or something without knowing why, rustic cabanas, no fish but pasta instead (yes! sometimes the fish season is low!), fried eggs and bread for breakfast—but in the end, everything works out if you can accept these little inconveniences. Just enjoy the adventure!
Finally, the San Blas Islands have a waste collection problem, so you might see trash on the islands, especially during the summer season due to strong currents. Most of the waste comes from the sea and the mainland. For the sake of the island, please take your trash with you.
Reliable operators around San Pedro de Atacama
Hi there,
Not wanting to go through a traditional travel agency—often based in France and only offering "items pulled from an internet catalog"—I’ve decided to plan this trip to Chile on my own this year, in March-April.
However, I’m overwhelmed by the number of options online.
I’ll be staying in San Pedro de Atacama for 4 nights. I’d love to explore San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings.
Since I won’t have a vehicle, I’ll likely need to rely on group transfers. What do you recommend as must-see places and activities? And most importantly, which trustworthy providers should I turn to?
Thanks in advance!
Jamet JC
Bordeaux - Biarritz - San Sebastian à pied English translation pending
Bonjour,
Dans deux semaines, nous souhaiterions partir randonner de Bordeaux à San Sebastian. Je préfère passer par ce site avant de me lancer ds l'achat de guides...et les infos, pas évidentes à trouver sur internet pour cette portion du trajet.
Bref... je souhaiterais savoir quel est le chemin le plus chouette de Bordeaux à Biarritz, car il existe plusieurs itinéraires. Quel niveau de difficulté? Durée?
En vous remerciant par avance
Dans deux semaines, nous souhaiterions partir randonner de Bordeaux à San Sebastian. Je préfère passer par ce site avant de me lancer ds l'achat de guides...et les infos, pas évidentes à trouver sur internet pour cette portion du trajet.
Bref... je souhaiterais savoir quel est le chemin le plus chouette de Bordeaux à Biarritz, car il existe plusieurs itinéraires. Quel niveau de difficulté? Durée?
En vous remerciant par avance
Le pont San Giorgio (ex pont Morandi) à Gênes sera inauguré le 3 août English translation pending
En l'état actuel des choses, le pont est terminé, il sera inauguré le 3 août et on pourra le franchir en voiture dès le 5 août...
Hôtels pas chers à San Francisco English translation pending
Bonjour
Connaissez-vous des hôtels bons et pas chers, de préférence à San Francisco avec SDB privée et pas loin du centre ? Peut-êtreô difficile mais qui ne tente rien n'a rien...
Merci
Azteca
Connaissez-vous des hôtels bons et pas chers, de préférence à San Francisco avec SDB privée et pas loin du centre ? Peut-êtreô difficile mais qui ne tente rien n'a rien...
Merci
Azteca
Itinéraire de Bozeman à San Francisco English translation pending
2021 n est pas si lointaine quand on pense réservation....
Cécile ayant adoré le 1er voyage dans l ouest , elle veut redoubler en faisant SF et yellowstone entre autres...
pour ma part, ayant déjà trippé dans la région, je m ajoute quelques coins non visités comme antelope island à SLC, , cathedral gorge, cedar breaks, extraterrestreal road notamment
nous avons le choix entre 2 itinéraires:sans passage à cedar city:
V1

V2 avec passage par cedar city

cette version met 1 jour de plus ce qui devrait être faisable ..
N'étant pas fans de montagne, on voit le mont blanc de lyon, ni de longues marches, j ai supprimé: - grand téton où suis déjà passé voir mes cousins

- et kanarra creek , 3 à 4h de marche en plus avec le vertige ... - ceci dit , suis preneur de plein d idées originales et sympa
pour moi cela dépendra surtout d'un phénomène bien particulier : la possibilité de réserver sur yellowstone sachant, si j ai bien compris, que ceux qui ont du annuler cette année seront prioritaires pour 2021
ce sera certainement mon dernier voyage dans l ouest....
Cécile ayant adoré le 1er voyage dans l ouest , elle veut redoubler en faisant SF et yellowstone entre autres...
pour ma part, ayant déjà trippé dans la région, je m ajoute quelques coins non visités comme antelope island à SLC, , cathedral gorge, cedar breaks, extraterrestreal road notamment
nous avons le choix entre 2 itinéraires:sans passage à cedar city:
V1

V2 avec passage par cedar city

cette version met 1 jour de plus ce qui devrait être faisable ..
N'étant pas fans de montagne, on voit le mont blanc de lyon, ni de longues marches, j ai supprimé: - grand téton où suis déjà passé voir mes cousins

- et kanarra creek , 3 à 4h de marche en plus avec le vertige ... - ceci dit , suis preneur de plein d idées originales et sympa
pour moi cela dépendra surtout d'un phénomène bien particulier : la possibilité de réserver sur yellowstone sachant, si j ai bien compris, que ceux qui ont du annuler cette année seront prioritaires pour 2021
ce sera certainement mon dernier voyage dans l ouest....
Porto Rico (San Juan) 2 semaines en avril English translation pending
Bonjour,
Nous partons à Porto Rico en Avril. Nous souhaitons passer une semaine à la plage, sans trop de monde ni resorts de luxe ou pas. Quelle côte est la plus agréable ? Y a-t-il des petits villages préservés du tourisme de masse ? Où faire du snorkeling ?
San Juan : Combien de jours y rester et qu'y voir ?
Et le reste : Qu'y a-t-il d'intéressant à l'intérieur des terres, niveau faune et flore ou patrimoine ou couleur locale ?
Et pour se déplacer : quel est le plus pratique ? Location de vélos, de scooters, de voitures ? Les transports en commun sont-ils fiables et bien développés ?
Merci pour vos réponses,
Catherine et Jean-Michel
Nous partons à Porto Rico en Avril. Nous souhaitons passer une semaine à la plage, sans trop de monde ni resorts de luxe ou pas. Quelle côte est la plus agréable ? Y a-t-il des petits villages préservés du tourisme de masse ? Où faire du snorkeling ?
San Juan : Combien de jours y rester et qu'y voir ?
Et le reste : Qu'y a-t-il d'intéressant à l'intérieur des terres, niveau faune et flore ou patrimoine ou couleur locale ?
Et pour se déplacer : quel est le plus pratique ? Location de vélos, de scooters, de voitures ? Les transports en commun sont-ils fiables et bien développés ?
Merci pour vos réponses,
Catherine et Jean-Michel
Où s'arrêter entre San Cristobal et Campeche (Mexique) English translation pending
Bonjour à tous les voyageurs!
Je suis actuellement au Mexique, précisement a Bacalar ou le temps coule lentement! Demain je pars en direction de Palenque (8h30 de bus je crois) Ensuite j'enchaine avec San Cristobal (pareil 9h) De là je souhaite me rendre a Campeche pour le carnaval même si ce n'est surement pas la que la fête bat le plus son plein, mais c'est sur ma route!
Je viens de voir que de san cristobal il faut 14h de bus pour rejoindre Campeche.
Auriez vous des idées pour couper le trajet en 2, faire une pause dodo et profiter tout de même d'une soirée meme si elle est calme?
Je précise que je fais tout en bus mais vu la distance si un avion passe je saute dedans!!
Merci d'avance de vos réponses!!
Je suis actuellement au Mexique, précisement a Bacalar ou le temps coule lentement! Demain je pars en direction de Palenque (8h30 de bus je crois) Ensuite j'enchaine avec San Cristobal (pareil 9h) De là je souhaite me rendre a Campeche pour le carnaval même si ce n'est surement pas la que la fête bat le plus son plein, mais c'est sur ma route!
Je viens de voir que de san cristobal il faut 14h de bus pour rejoindre Campeche.
Auriez vous des idées pour couper le trajet en 2, faire une pause dodo et profiter tout de même d'une soirée meme si elle est calme?
Je précise que je fais tout en bus mais vu la distance si un avion passe je saute dedans!!
Merci d'avance de vos réponses!!
Correspondance pour Hawaï à San Francisco, bagages et douane English translation pending
bonjour
je pars à Hawai, par SFO .
Combien de temps faut-il prévoir pour le transfert à SFO ?
Faut-il récupérer ses bagages puis les reené-istrer ? Faut-il passer la douane a SFO ?
merci pour votre retour
Cordialement
Agnes