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Souhaite recevoir suggestions d'hôtels English translation pending
Bonjour,
J'ai beaucoup de questions pour vous...
Premièrement, nous voulons aller en voyage avec les enfants une semaine (ils auront 8 et 10 ans), au début je voulais y aller au mois de juillet 2006 mais je crois que les prix sont mieux et aussi les enfants vont comprendre mieux le changement de climat (partir de -20 et arriver la-bas et il fait +30) alors fin mars début avril nous tentait. On se demande alors si la première semaine de mars durant la relâche scolaire serait un bon temps, question prix!!! Je sais que c'est plus dispendieux mais de combien??? Si je prend en considération que je travaille moins durant cette semaine pour être avec les enfants, je ferais d'une pierre deux coups... Votre avis s.v.p
Aussi nous voulions savoir quel hotel vous nous suggèrez???
nous voulons - une belle plage (eau clair, beau sable, où l'on peut voir des poissons avec masque juste devant l'hotel ) chambre propre sans être le gros luxe bonne bouffe et beaucoup de variété quelques restos à la carte et si possible avec un casse-croûte pour les enfants au cas où... avec des activités pour ne pas que les enfants s'ennuient (sans être obligé de les laisser au mini-club) le tout, pas trop dispendieux (bon rapport qualité/prix)
Je sais que ça fait beaucoup de chose mais si chacun apporte un petit commentaire je vais finir par avoir toute mes réponses.
Punta cana nous tentait mais nous sommes ouvert à toutes les idées. Ce sera notre premier voyage dans le sud avec les enfants et nous voulons que tout sois parfait!!! alors vaut mieux bien se renseigner pour faire le bon choix.
Dernière chose, sommes-nous mieux de réserver 6 mois à l'avance ou bien quelques semaines avant???
Un gros merci pour les renseignements
J'ai beaucoup de questions pour vous...
Premièrement, nous voulons aller en voyage avec les enfants une semaine (ils auront 8 et 10 ans), au début je voulais y aller au mois de juillet 2006 mais je crois que les prix sont mieux et aussi les enfants vont comprendre mieux le changement de climat (partir de -20 et arriver la-bas et il fait +30) alors fin mars début avril nous tentait. On se demande alors si la première semaine de mars durant la relâche scolaire serait un bon temps, question prix!!! Je sais que c'est plus dispendieux mais de combien??? Si je prend en considération que je travaille moins durant cette semaine pour être avec les enfants, je ferais d'une pierre deux coups... Votre avis s.v.p
Aussi nous voulions savoir quel hotel vous nous suggèrez???
nous voulons - une belle plage (eau clair, beau sable, où l'on peut voir des poissons avec masque juste devant l'hotel ) chambre propre sans être le gros luxe bonne bouffe et beaucoup de variété quelques restos à la carte et si possible avec un casse-croûte pour les enfants au cas où... avec des activités pour ne pas que les enfants s'ennuient (sans être obligé de les laisser au mini-club) le tout, pas trop dispendieux (bon rapport qualité/prix)
Je sais que ça fait beaucoup de chose mais si chacun apporte un petit commentaire je vais finir par avoir toute mes réponses.
Punta cana nous tentait mais nous sommes ouvert à toutes les idées. Ce sera notre premier voyage dans le sud avec les enfants et nous voulons que tout sois parfait!!! alors vaut mieux bien se renseigner pour faire le bon choix.
Dernière chose, sommes-nous mieux de réserver 6 mois à l'avance ou bien quelques semaines avant???
Un gros merci pour les renseignements
Chicago et San Francisco en famille English translation pending
Bonjour ! Nous partons en famille fin mai à Chicago dans un 1er temps puis à San Francisco.
Mes enfants auront 22 mois et 3 ans et demi.
Je me demandais si vous aviez des conseils sur des activités vraiment sympa pour des enfants de cet âge aux alentours de ces 2 villes. Je ne connais pas du tout Chicago et je suis allée déjà 2 fois à SF mais à une époque où je n'avais pas d'enfants ;-) .
Merci de vos suggestions !
Mes enfants auront 22 mois et 3 ans et demi.
Je me demandais si vous aviez des conseils sur des activités vraiment sympa pour des enfants de cet âge aux alentours de ces 2 villes. Je ne connais pas du tout Chicago et je suis allée déjà 2 fois à SF mais à une époque où je n'avais pas d'enfants ;-) .
Merci de vos suggestions !
San Francisco, c'est pas de la silicon! English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je pars dans la Silicon Valley avec les 8 personnes de ma promotion. Nous serons logés sur Sunnyvale et nous aurons 3-4 jours libres sur places. Je n'ai jamais été dans la région et je ne sais pas les endroits que nous pourrions aller visiter ... alors toute recommandation sera la bienvenue. Et puis, si vous avez des noms de resto, boites ou bars sympas, je suis aussi preneur ... Est-ce que quelqu'un connait le "El Fourniano" à Palo Alto ou le "Beeks" à Woodside?
Merci d'avance.
Nicolas
Je pars dans la Silicon Valley avec les 8 personnes de ma promotion. Nous serons logés sur Sunnyvale et nous aurons 3-4 jours libres sur places. Je n'ai jamais été dans la région et je ne sais pas les endroits que nous pourrions aller visiter ... alors toute recommandation sera la bienvenue. Et puis, si vous avez des noms de resto, boites ou bars sympas, je suis aussi preneur ... Est-ce que quelqu'un connait le "El Fourniano" à Palo Alto ou le "Beeks" à Woodside?
Merci d'avance.
Nicolas
Se loger à Dublin English translation pending
D'après mes sources, c'est la galère pour trouver un logement à dublin. Pour ceux qui auront des contacts, des idées pour rendre la tache plus facile, merci d'avance
Hélène😉
Hélène😉
Nouvel An chinois à Bruxelles English translation pending
Est-ce que quelqu'un saurait où et quand les célébrations du Nouvel-An chinois auront lieu à Bruxelles, si toutefois il y a quelque chose ?
Merci d'avance
Sawaddeekha
Merci d'avance
Sawaddeekha
Conseils pour 1er voyage aventure avec 2 enfants English translation pending
bonjour à tous,
Je recherche des informations pour faire un voyage-aventure avec mes deux bouts de choux qui auront 5 et 2 ans au mois d'aout.J'ai trés envie d'aller en Amérique du Sud mais je m'inquiète surtout pour la santé et la sécurité de mes enfants.J'attends vos témoignage et expérience.
merci
jinka
Je recherche des informations pour faire un voyage-aventure avec mes deux bouts de choux qui auront 5 et 2 ans au mois d'aout.J'ai trés envie d'aller en Amérique du Sud mais je m'inquiète surtout pour la santé et la sécurité de mes enfants.J'attends vos témoignage et expérience.
merci
jinka
Partir sac au dos au Brésil English translation pending
Voilà, nous sommes deux lyonnaises de 20 et 21 ans et nous aimerions dès que nous aurons réunis l'argent nécessaire partir au Brésil. Notre itinéraire est à peu près dessiné mais nous ne voulons surtout pas partir en voyage pré-organisé ...
Il y a des villes que nous voulons absolument visitées ( Rio de Janeiro, Sao paulo, Porto Alegre, Bandeirantes...) .. sinon le reste appartiendra à l'aventure..
Je suis espagnole et je parle couramment la langue, mais je n'est que quelques notions du portugais.
Nous n'avons cependant aucunes experiences dans ce genre de voyages. Et si certains d'entres vous ont déjà tentés laventure de partir sac aux dos à la découverte d'un pays, c'est avec plaisir que nous liront vos témoignages et vos conseils.
Y-a t-il des choses auxquelles il faut obligatoirement penser, comment bien prévoir son budget, tout ce genre de choses...
Merci par avance pour votre aide.
Il y a des villes que nous voulons absolument visitées ( Rio de Janeiro, Sao paulo, Porto Alegre, Bandeirantes...) .. sinon le reste appartiendra à l'aventure..
Je suis espagnole et je parle couramment la langue, mais je n'est que quelques notions du portugais.
Nous n'avons cependant aucunes experiences dans ce genre de voyages. Et si certains d'entres vous ont déjà tentés laventure de partir sac aux dos à la découverte d'un pays, c'est avec plaisir que nous liront vos témoignages et vos conseils.
Y-a t-il des choses auxquelles il faut obligatoirement penser, comment bien prévoir son budget, tout ce genre de choses...
Merci par avance pour votre aide.
Pays à éviter avec les enfants? English translation pending
Bonjour,
Notre petite famille envisage un voyage au long cours à partir de l'été 2006. Nos enfants auront 5 et 7 ans. Certains pays que nous voudrions visiter nous semblent à risque avec des enfants pour des raisons sanitaires et/ou politiques : inde, indonésie, amérique centrale, afrique du sud, kenya/tanzanie.
Qu'en pensez-vous? Certains d'entre vous ont peut-être une expérience dans ces lointaines contrées.
Soyez sympas de nous en faire profiter.
Merci à tous
Anne et Gwen
Merci à tous
Anne et Gwen
Itinéraire et santé au Madagascar avec enfants English translation pending
Retour du costa rica, nous pensons à notre prochain voyage pour l'été prochain, peut être madagascar avec nos 3 enfants qui auront 5 ans 7 ans et 15 ans.
Ils sont vaccinés pour tout même rage et nous prendrons le traitement antipalu plus une énorme trousse de médicaments.
A part cela vu l'état des routes que nous conseillez vous comme itinéraire avec des petits ?Avion, location avec chauffeur(cela a l'air obligatoire ???)etc...Ma fille peut elle faire du surf et où ?A quel moment faut il acheter ses billets ?Le climat l'été ?Possibilité de louer une maison une semaine à un endroit reposant ?
Merci pour tous vos conseils et bon voyage à tous
ml
Costa Rica avec des enfants English translation pending
Nous projetons de partir avec nos deux filles au Costa Rica en avril 2005 ; elles auront 5 et 3 ans. Est-ce raisonnable ? Au point de vue hygiène et sécurité. Nous pensons louer une voiture et nous arrêter au grès de notre fantaisie sans réserver d'hôtels.
Si quelqu'un peut me conseiller.
Merci beaucoup.😉
Si quelqu'un peut me conseiller.
Merci beaucoup.😉
Voyage USA avec jumeaux... English translation pending
Coucou tout le monde, je compte partir aux USA au mois de novembre avec mes 2 jujus qui auront 22 mois à cette époque. Je suis à l'affut de toute astuce et/ou témoignage concernant le voyage en avion avec des enfants de cet âge. Merci à tous ! 😉
Malaysia itinerary advice for summer 2027 with 3 kids
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral. Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo). Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok: * Orangutan Center * Malayan Sun Bear Center * Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan. Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari. Jungle walk. Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari. Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port. Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar 5 full days. * Snorkeling * Hiking * Turtle watching * Wild beaches * Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland. Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
Days 15 and 16: Taman Negara.
Day 17: Return to Kuala Lumpur.
Day 18: Visit the Petronas Towers or Batu Caves
Day 19: Free day.
Day 20: Return flight.
Thanks in advance, everyone!
Baptiste
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral. Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo). Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok: * Orangutan Center * Malayan Sun Bear Center * Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan. Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari. Jungle walk. Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari. Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port. Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar 5 full days. * Snorkeling * Hiking * Turtle watching * Wild beaches * Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland. Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
Days 15 and 16: Taman Negara.
Day 17: Return to Kuala Lumpur.
Day 18: Visit the Petronas Towers or Batu Caves
Day 19: Free day.
Day 20: Return flight.
Thanks in advance, everyone!
Baptiste
Summer 2027 - Uzbekistan/Kyrgyzstan Family Trip (19 Nights)
Hello,
Summer 2026 hasn’t even arrived yet, and I’m already thinking about summer 2027! We’re a family with two kids, who will be 9.5 and 4.5 years old next summer (turning 5 at the end of October 2027, actually). We’d love to spend 19 nights in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan—a part of the world that’s completely new to us. We enjoy traveling, do it often, and the kids are used to it (though we still need a bit of organization and comfort!). Here’s the rough outline of our itinerary: Day 1 - Arrival in Tashkent (ideally in the late afternoon). Head to the train station (by taxi?) to take the overnight sleeper train to Urgench (1 night). Day 2 - Khiva (2 nights): Taxi transfer from the station to the city. Visit Itchan Kala, the walls, and sunset. Day 4 - Head to Bukhara (3 nights) by train (about 6 hours). Visit the historic center, domes, and workshops. Day 7 - On to Samarkand (2 nights), but this time with a private driver. Visit Registan, the necropolis, and local crafts. Day 9 - Head to Osh (1 night) in Kyrgyzstan with the private driver, who’ll drop us at the border. Long transition day (including border crossing). If it’s not too late, visit Osh’s market (otherwise, the next morning). Day 10 - Pick up our rental car (4x4 without a driver this time) and drive to Toktogul (2 nights) and the Suusamyr Valley. Day 12 - Head to the Kochkor region (350 km - 4 nights): Tash Rabat, Song-Kul Lake (yurt stay), and Aigliers. Day 16 - Depart for Karakol/Issyk-Kul (250 km - 4 nights): Jeti-Oguz, Altyn Arashan, beaches, and hot springs. Day 20: Fly home. TOTAL = 19 nights What do you think? Budget-wise:
Flight tickets: 3000 € Uzbekistan logistics (accommodation ideally with a pool for the kids and vehicle): 1600 € Kyrgyzstan logistics (accommodation and 4x4 vehicle like a Pajero/Land Cruiser): 1600 € Living & food: 800 € TOTAL: 7000 €
Does this seem reasonable? Not overestimated or underestimated? Thanks for any feedback or tips from your own experiences.
Summer 2026 hasn’t even arrived yet, and I’m already thinking about summer 2027! We’re a family with two kids, who will be 9.5 and 4.5 years old next summer (turning 5 at the end of October 2027, actually). We’d love to spend 19 nights in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan—a part of the world that’s completely new to us. We enjoy traveling, do it often, and the kids are used to it (though we still need a bit of organization and comfort!). Here’s the rough outline of our itinerary: Day 1 - Arrival in Tashkent (ideally in the late afternoon). Head to the train station (by taxi?) to take the overnight sleeper train to Urgench (1 night). Day 2 - Khiva (2 nights): Taxi transfer from the station to the city. Visit Itchan Kala, the walls, and sunset. Day 4 - Head to Bukhara (3 nights) by train (about 6 hours). Visit the historic center, domes, and workshops. Day 7 - On to Samarkand (2 nights), but this time with a private driver. Visit Registan, the necropolis, and local crafts. Day 9 - Head to Osh (1 night) in Kyrgyzstan with the private driver, who’ll drop us at the border. Long transition day (including border crossing). If it’s not too late, visit Osh’s market (otherwise, the next morning). Day 10 - Pick up our rental car (4x4 without a driver this time) and drive to Toktogul (2 nights) and the Suusamyr Valley. Day 12 - Head to the Kochkor region (350 km - 4 nights): Tash Rabat, Song-Kul Lake (yurt stay), and Aigliers. Day 16 - Depart for Karakol/Issyk-Kul (250 km - 4 nights): Jeti-Oguz, Altyn Arashan, beaches, and hot springs. Day 20: Fly home. TOTAL = 19 nights What do you think? Budget-wise:
Flight tickets: 3000 € Uzbekistan logistics (accommodation ideally with a pool for the kids and vehicle): 1600 € Kyrgyzstan logistics (accommodation and 4x4 vehicle like a Pajero/Land Cruiser): 1600 € Living & food: 800 € TOTAL: 7000 €
Does this seem reasonable? Not overestimated or underestimated? Thanks for any feedback or tips from your own experiences.
Tips for a 20-day family itinerary in the American West in 2028
Hello everyone,
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
Boat from Bali Padangbai to Lombok Senggigi
Hi there,
We're planning our trip to Indonesia and want to take the boat to get from Bali (Padangbai) to Lombok (Senggigi).
We found a ticket via the 12go.asia website with EKAJAYA Fast Company.
From what I understand, the baggage weight limit is 20 kg per person for the boat. However, we’ll have 2 checked suitcases (from our flight) that should weigh around 30 kg since that’s the max allowed due to our diving gear, etc.
Do they actually weigh the luggage?
What happens if our bags exceed the weight limit? Extra charge?
Have any of you dealt with this situation before?
Buying Train Tickets in Japan from Canada
Hi there,
I’ll be traveling to Japan this coming August. We’ve finalized our itinerary and booked our flight tickets. Now I’m at the stage of buying train tickets for the few segments we’ll need to cover:
Tokyo - Hakone
Hakone - Kyoto
Kyoto - Osaka
Osaka - Tokyo
Here are my questions:
a) Is it possible to buy train tickets for these segments from Canada?
b) If so, which website should I use to do this?
c) And if it is possible, will we be able to print our tickets from Canada?
d) If it’s not possible, where in Tokyo should I go to buy these tickets when I arrive?
Thanks a bunch,
Mario Séguin Québec, Canada
Thanks a bunch,
Mario Séguin Québec, Canada
Where to listen to Gnawa music in Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or the Dadès Valley?
As-salamu alaykum!
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
Booking campsites in Iceland in the summer
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Iceland for next July-August, with a car and tent, and I’m wondering about booking campsites. From your experience, is it necessary or even essential to book campsites in advance, or do you always manage to find a spot to pitch your tent?
We’ll also have the option to sleep in the car without pitching the tent. Does that give us the flexibility to stay outside a campsite for a night here and there?
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Mpec
I’m planning a trip to Iceland for next July-August, with a car and tent, and I’m wondering about booking campsites. From your experience, is it necessary or even essential to book campsites in advance, or do you always manage to find a spot to pitch your tent?
We’ll also have the option to sleep in the car without pitching the tent. Does that give us the flexibility to stay outside a campsite for a night here and there?
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Mpec
Feedback on Morocco loop in February with 2 kids
Hi there,
we’re planning a short week in Morocco this coming February with our two kids, aged 8 and 10. We’ll be flying into Agadir and want to drive to Tafraoute with a rental car; we’ll only have 6 full days there (arriving Monday evening and leaving the following Monday afternoon).
I’m torn between two loops:
Agadir–Tafraoute–Taroudant–Agadir
or
Agadir–Tafraoute–Tiznit–Agadir (via the Kerdouss Pass).
Either way, I’ve spotted a few places I’d like to see: the Tizourgane kasbah and the Aït Mansour gorges.
Any advice? I’m struggling to figure out if the road between Tiznit and Tafraoute is easy to drive with a rental car in February. Thanks in advance for your tips!
Maïwenn
Either way, I’ve spotted a few places I’d like to see: the Tizourgane kasbah and the Aït Mansour gorges.
Any advice? I’m struggling to figure out if the road between Tiznit and Tafraoute is easy to drive with a rental car in February. Thanks in advance for your tips!
Maïwenn
Kyoto and Osaka Itinerary for a First Trip to Japan
hi everyone, and first of all, I wish you all a happy new year and good health!
This coming October or November, we’re planning our first trip to Japan. The only downside is we’ll only have two weeks off.
For this first visit, I’m thinking of sticking to the Kyoto and Osaka area… saving Tokyo for another trip. Do you think that’s a good choice for a first-time visit?
I’ve put together a little itinerary below to get some feedback from those in the know. I’m only counting the days we’re actually there, not travel days.
Day 1: Kyoto Ginkaku-ji – Philosopher’s Path with stops at a few shrines temples Eikan-dō and Nanzen-ji visit to the Samurai Ninja Museum in the late afternoon
Day 2: Kyoto Fushimi Inari (allow 4 hours for the hike through the park) visit to Sanjūsangen-dō temple Shōseien garden participate in a tea ceremony
Day 3: Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera temple stroll through the historic district up to Kennin-ji temple visit Kennin-ji temple Yasaka-jinja shrine and Gion district in the late afternoon return to the hotel via Pontochō Street
Day 4: Kyoto visit Kinkaku-ji and Nijō Castle visit the Imperial Palace gardens end the day in the shopping streets (Shibkyogoku and Teramachi, among others)
Day 5: Kyoto Arashiyama area Togetsukyo Bridge, walk along the river, visit the Bamboo Forest explore the area up to Otagi Nenbutsu-ji temple
Day 6: Kyoto hike from Kibune to Kurama
Day 7: Kyoto day trip to Nara (full day)
Day 8: stroll around Kyoto before heading to Osaka
Day 9: Osaka Katsuo-ji temple, then head to Minoh Falls and hike back via the Minoh Trail end the day in the Osaka Castle area
Day 10: Osaka Himeji Castle and an afternoon in Osaka
Day 11: Osaka Osaka and return to the airport in the late afternoon for the flight home
Do you think this itinerary is doable? Are some days too relaxed or too packed? I was thinking of adding a trip to Lake Biwa and Uji, but in that case, I’d have to cut some things. Are those places worth dropping some of the planned spots? And if so, which ones would you recommend cutting or shortening?
Thanks in advance—I’m all ears for both positive and negative feedback! stephane
This coming October or November, we’re planning our first trip to Japan. The only downside is we’ll only have two weeks off.
For this first visit, I’m thinking of sticking to the Kyoto and Osaka area… saving Tokyo for another trip. Do you think that’s a good choice for a first-time visit?
I’ve put together a little itinerary below to get some feedback from those in the know. I’m only counting the days we’re actually there, not travel days.
Day 1: Kyoto Ginkaku-ji – Philosopher’s Path with stops at a few shrines temples Eikan-dō and Nanzen-ji visit to the Samurai Ninja Museum in the late afternoon
Day 2: Kyoto Fushimi Inari (allow 4 hours for the hike through the park) visit to Sanjūsangen-dō temple Shōseien garden participate in a tea ceremony
Day 3: Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera temple stroll through the historic district up to Kennin-ji temple visit Kennin-ji temple Yasaka-jinja shrine and Gion district in the late afternoon return to the hotel via Pontochō Street
Day 4: Kyoto visit Kinkaku-ji and Nijō Castle visit the Imperial Palace gardens end the day in the shopping streets (Shibkyogoku and Teramachi, among others)
Day 5: Kyoto Arashiyama area Togetsukyo Bridge, walk along the river, visit the Bamboo Forest explore the area up to Otagi Nenbutsu-ji temple
Day 6: Kyoto hike from Kibune to Kurama
Day 7: Kyoto day trip to Nara (full day)
Day 8: stroll around Kyoto before heading to Osaka
Day 9: Osaka Katsuo-ji temple, then head to Minoh Falls and hike back via the Minoh Trail end the day in the Osaka Castle area
Day 10: Osaka Himeji Castle and an afternoon in Osaka
Day 11: Osaka Osaka and return to the airport in the late afternoon for the flight home
Do you think this itinerary is doable? Are some days too relaxed or too packed? I was thinking of adding a trip to Lake Biwa and Uji, but in that case, I’d have to cut some things. Are those places worth dropping some of the planned spots? And if so, which ones would you recommend cutting or shortening?
Thanks in advance—I’m all ears for both positive and negative feedback! stephane
Last-minute trip to Guatemala with kids
Hi there,
We’ve had to change our plans, so we’re heading to Guatemala from October 16 to 25, 2025 (in just 6 days 😱 😊😕), with two kids aged 8 and 10. No time difference for us.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Morning: Arrival in Guatemala City at 9 AM. Drive to Antigua (1-hour shuttle) / Afternoon: Stroll around Antigua / Night: Antigua Day 2: Explore Antigua / Night: Antigua Day 3: Visit the area around Antigua OR hike a volcano (Acatenango?) / Night: Antigua Day 4: Drive to Chichicastenango for the big market (how many hours?) / Afternoon: Iximche ruins? Or the hanging bridges at Atitlán Reserve? Or spend the day in Chichicastenango / Night: Panajachel Day 5: A day by boat visiting villages around the lake and checking out local crafts (which villages to pick?), Night: Panajachel Day 6: Drive to Flores with 1 stop? Should we go to Semuc Champey? (how many hours?), Night: ?? Day 7: Drive to Flores (how many hours?), Night: Flores Day 8: Yaxha (1.5-hour drive each way with a driver), Night: Flores Day 9: Day trip to Tikal, Night: Flores Day 10:: Flight from Flores to Guatemala City, then departure at 4:30 PM
About hiking a volcano, I’ve read mixed reviews. Some say it’s easy, others say it’s tough. Is there a kid-friendly hike where we could see lava from a volcano? Is it only visible at night? Do we *have* to sleep at the top and come down the next day? I’ve heard of people doing it with 2-year-olds by carrying them, and others using horses—but I guess the horses don’t go all the way up? Seeing a real volcano would be amazing! I think it’d be a memorable experience for the kids. It’d be so cool to say, "We did that as a family!" But maybe it’s way too hard and a bad idea...
I’m struggling to find reliable info on travel times: - How long is the drive from Antigua to Chichicastenango, please? I’ve read shuttles leave at 7 AM and arrive at the market by 8:30 AM, but I’ve also seen people say it’s a 4-hour trip 😕. Are the times on Google Maps reliable?
A blog mentioned visiting Chichicastenango’s market in the morning and Iximché in the afternoon. That seems like a lot of driving, especially after leaving Antigua in the morning. What should we do in the afternoon instead?
Days 6 and 7: The trip from Panajachel to Flores. Any advice on taking an overnight bus? Should we go during the day with a stop at Semuc Champey? Or fly and spend the extra day somewhere else?
Day 8: Is a full day at Yaxha too much?
Thanks so much for your help—it’s *so* valuable with such short notice! 😅 😅 😅 THANK YOU PS: If you have recommendations for private drivers, shuttle services, or any firsthand experience, I’d love to hear it!
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Morning: Arrival in Guatemala City at 9 AM. Drive to Antigua (1-hour shuttle) / Afternoon: Stroll around Antigua / Night: Antigua Day 2: Explore Antigua / Night: Antigua Day 3: Visit the area around Antigua OR hike a volcano (Acatenango?) / Night: Antigua Day 4: Drive to Chichicastenango for the big market (how many hours?) / Afternoon: Iximche ruins? Or the hanging bridges at Atitlán Reserve? Or spend the day in Chichicastenango / Night: Panajachel Day 5: A day by boat visiting villages around the lake and checking out local crafts (which villages to pick?), Night: Panajachel Day 6: Drive to Flores with 1 stop? Should we go to Semuc Champey? (how many hours?), Night: ?? Day 7: Drive to Flores (how many hours?), Night: Flores Day 8: Yaxha (1.5-hour drive each way with a driver), Night: Flores Day 9: Day trip to Tikal, Night: Flores Day 10:: Flight from Flores to Guatemala City, then departure at 4:30 PM
About hiking a volcano, I’ve read mixed reviews. Some say it’s easy, others say it’s tough. Is there a kid-friendly hike where we could see lava from a volcano? Is it only visible at night? Do we *have* to sleep at the top and come down the next day? I’ve heard of people doing it with 2-year-olds by carrying them, and others using horses—but I guess the horses don’t go all the way up? Seeing a real volcano would be amazing! I think it’d be a memorable experience for the kids. It’d be so cool to say, "We did that as a family!" But maybe it’s way too hard and a bad idea...
I’m struggling to find reliable info on travel times: - How long is the drive from Antigua to Chichicastenango, please? I’ve read shuttles leave at 7 AM and arrive at the market by 8:30 AM, but I’ve also seen people say it’s a 4-hour trip 😕. Are the times on Google Maps reliable?
A blog mentioned visiting Chichicastenango’s market in the morning and Iximché in the afternoon. That seems like a lot of driving, especially after leaving Antigua in the morning. What should we do in the afternoon instead?
Days 6 and 7: The trip from Panajachel to Flores. Any advice on taking an overnight bus? Should we go during the day with a stop at Semuc Champey? Or fly and spend the extra day somewhere else?
Day 8: Is a full day at Yaxha too much?
Thanks so much for your help—it’s *so* valuable with such short notice! 😅 😅 😅 THANK YOU PS: If you have recommendations for private drivers, shuttle services, or any firsthand experience, I’d love to hear it!
Feedback on 6-day Alicante itinerary
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a little trip in October and wanted to share where I’m at with my preparations.
We’re heading to Alicante from October 18th to 23rd and will be staying on C/ Bailén. (We won’t have a car.) We’ve decided to buy a bus and tram card with 20 trips for the two of us to start. Depending on the weather, here’s what we’ve planned: a visit to Alicante including the covered market, the bullring (?), Santa Cruz…
La Illeta del Banyets,
Lucentum,
the MARQ museum,
ELCHE,
Tabarca Island,
Villajoyosa,
Villena Castle,
Orihuela (if we have time).
Any thoughts? Anything that doesn’t seem worth it? I’m bringing my snorkel mask and a wetsuit just in case.
I remember a bit of Spanish—just *unas pocas palabras*—but otherwise, I get by in English. I’m bringing some euros in small bills. I don’t eat gluten, lactose, legumes, or rice—not allergic, but I feel sick if I eat them. If there are any dishes you’d recommend trying (I’ve heard about *patatas bravas*, and there must be seafood and octopus), or anything for my husband, who can eat everything.
We’re hoping to find a holiday vibe with some atmosphere, even though we’ll be there at the end of October.
I remember a bit of Spanish—just *unas pocas palabras*—but otherwise, I get by in English. I’m bringing some euros in small bills. I don’t eat gluten, lactose, legumes, or rice—not allergic, but I feel sick if I eat them. If there are any dishes you’d recommend trying (I’ve heard about *patatas bravas*, and there must be seafood and octopus), or anything for my husband, who can eat everything.
We’re hoping to find a holiday vibe with some atmosphere, even though we’ll be there at the end of October.
Buying a SIM card at Santiago Airport?
Hi, we're heading to Chile soon and need physical SIM cards (not eSIMs). Is it possible to buy them at Santiago Airport? We’ll have a few hours layover before our flight to Easter Island but not enough time to go downtown. Thanks for your tips!
Arctic activities in Finland: choosing agencies
Hi everyone, we’re heading to Rovaniemi from December 6th to 10th with our 6-year-old and would love to do one reindeer ride and one husky safari. There are so many agencies that it’s hard to choose! Since we’ll have our own car, we’d prefer tours without big crowds—something authentic if possible.
Thanks in advance for your recommendations!
Access to the GR52 via ZOU!, the public transport service for the PACA region
Zou! is the public transport service for the Région Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. We're Canadian and our plan was to hike the Mercantour Great Crossing (GR52). After landing in Nice, we needed to find transport to the trailhead in the village of Entraunes. It took us two months to figure out that the only service available was Zou!'s shuttle, and—after countless calls (not easy from Canada)—to actually speak to someone at the company. Even though they confirmed our reservation, on the day of the trip, they weren’t waiting for us. We ended up stranded in Guillaumes because the driver hadn’t been "informed" that he was supposed to go all the way to the terminus that day. In 40 years of traveling the world, I’ve never encountered a situation where customer service was this nonexistent and access to a region this difficult. I just wanted to share this experience to warn you if you’re planning to rely on public transport to reach the GR52...
Are there any flights from Tirana to Corfu?
Hi there,
We’re renting a car to explore Albania in September/October. We’ll start in the north and finish in the south. We’d love to drop off the car near Saranda and take the ferry to Corfu on foot, but it seems we’ll have to return it to Tirana since there’s nowhere else to drop it off. From there, we’d like to take a direct flight to Corfu, but I can’t find any direct flights... I really don’t want to connect through Athens and backtrack when we’re so close! Any suggestions on what to do? Thanks, Carole (Canada)
We’re renting a car to explore Albania in September/October. We’ll start in the north and finish in the south. We’d love to drop off the car near Saranda and take the ferry to Corfu on foot, but it seems we’ll have to return it to Tirana since there’s nowhere else to drop it off. From there, we’d like to take a direct flight to Corfu, but I can’t find any direct flights... I really don’t want to connect through Athens and backtrack when we’re so close! Any suggestions on what to do? Thanks, Carole (Canada)
Driving from France to Senegal to deliver a vehicle
Hi there,
We’re planning to drive to Senegal by car. We’re a little nervous because it’ll be our first time making the trip with a car that isn’t ours. We’re doing the trip to deliver it to its owner. Has anyone here done this before? What documents will we need?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
We’re planning to drive to Senegal by car. We’re a little nervous because it’ll be our first time making the trip with a car that isn’t ours. We’re doing the trip to deliver it to its owner. Has anyone here done this before? What documents will we need?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Croatia: which region is ideal for hiking and snorkelling?
Hi there,
Once again, I’m turning to VoyageForum to kick off my trip planning—this time, it’s Croatia!
I’m treating my 29-year-old daughter to a trip where we’d love to combine hiking and snorkelling. I’m not sure if we can focus on just one region, but that’d be ideal since we’ll only have 10–15 days in August this year.
Could anyone point me in the right direction for a first lead?
Are transport links easy to navigate? Is it better to go with Airbnb or a hostel?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Laurence from Bayonne
Brussels Airlines connection with a 5th-grade class
Hi,
I’m traveling with a 5th-grade class next Wednesday.
We’re flying to Brussels with Brussels Airlines.
Then, 1 hour and 15 minutes after landing, we take off again with the same airline to Prague. (We’ll all have carry-on luggage.)
We have two different flight numbers since it’s two flights, but...
in 1 hour and 15 minutes, will we have to go through security again, or since it’s the same airline, will we just switch planes? Or maybe it’s even possible it’s the same aircraft?
Thanks for your answers.
Teacher Bérengère.
Phongsaly or Luang Namtha for an authentic trek with a child?
Hello, We’re heading to Laos in December 2025, and we want to do a multi-day trek—maybe even a week—to really take our time and make stops in villages since we’ll have our 3-year-old daughter with us.
We’re torn between the Luang Namtha region or Phongsaly for our big trek. We’re looking for the least touristy spot possible, we love mountains, so we’d like an area with varied landscapes, including rice paddies, and a chance to really connect with local ethnic groups. We’re after authenticity and only want to stay with locals. Which of the two should we prioritize? Any advice would be welcome to help us decide—it’s tough when you don’t know the area! Maybe there are other spots in the north worth considering for a beautiful week-long trek.
Thanks, fellow travelers
We’re torn between the Luang Namtha region or Phongsaly for our big trek. We’re looking for the least touristy spot possible, we love mountains, so we’d like an area with varied landscapes, including rice paddies, and a chance to really connect with local ethnic groups. We’re after authenticity and only want to stay with locals. Which of the two should we prioritize? Any advice would be welcome to help us decide—it’s tough when you don’t know the area! Maybe there are other spots in the north worth considering for a beautiful week-long trek.
Thanks, fellow travelers