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Gran Porto Real à Playa del Carmen? English translation pending
by Niki · 2004-01-05 · 2 replies
Bonjour,

Je recherche un hôtel à playa del carmen (Riviera Maya-Cancun) pour le mois de mai prochain et je me suis arrêté sur cet hôtel ...

Est-ce que quelqu'un est déjà allé ? Vos commentaires seront très appréciés ... bon ou mauvais 😉

Merci !!

Niki
Rencontres du Bout du Monde (Caen) English translation pending
by MuchFER · 2003-10-09 · 0 replies
Organisées par ABM Caen, les Rencontres du Bout du Monde, dont le programme a été arrêté comme suit :

Samedi 15 novembre

14:00 Ouverture du Festival 14:30 "Le Tour du Monde en ... 800 jours ! " (diaporama d'Alain DECKER) 16:00 "Voyage libre au Rajasthan" (diaporama de J-Claude PIARD) 17:00 Spectacle de Danses Indiennes 17:30 "La Mère des Mongols" (film de Pierre-Marie HUBERT) 19:30 "6 mois autour du monde" - 1ère partie (film de Joëlle et Lionel REBIERE)

20:00 - 21:00 Dîner : Buffet exotique

21:00 Spectacle "Musiques et Danses du Monde" avec 3 invités spéciaux : NEJMA (danses orientales), Gino (chansons italiennes) et JM Mallet (percussions africaines).

Dimanche 16 novembre

10:00 Ouverture des Portes 10:30 "De l'Éthiopie chrétienne aux dernières tribus" (diaporama de Maryvonne PERROTE) 11:30 "6 mois autour du monde" - 2ème partie (film de Joëlle et Lionel REBIERE)

12:00 - 14:00 Déjeuner : Buffet exotique

14:00 "Les tribulations d'un pédaleur errant" (diaporama de Serge LERET) 15:30 "Rencontre avec l'Asie" (diaporama de Hervé Leduc) 16:30 "L'Inde d'hier et d'aujourd"hui" (conférence de M. LESEIGNEUR) 17:00 "La Mère des Mongols" (film de Pierre-Marie HUBERT) 18:00 Clôture du Festival

Pour les "Stands Pays", ceux-ci seront répartis dans 4 salles différentes : EUROPE : stands Biélorussie, Finlande, Islande AFRIQUE : Éthiopie, Mauritanie, Namibie ASIE : Mongolie, Népal, Inde, Chine, Bali OCEANIE : Australie AMERIQUES : Bolivie, Chili, Mexique, St-Domingue Autres stands : Stand ABM Voyager à bicyclette Partir à 18 ans Le voyage au long cours 3 expos - photos seront aussi présentées : Couleurs du Monde Inde / Rajasthan Coiffures et Parures autour du Monde Enfin, la librairie "Hémisphères" de Caen sera présente sur le Festival et proposera livres, cartes, guides, CD, etc... au public. Informations diverses : Lieu du festival : Centre d'Animation TANDEM 8, rue Nicolas Oresme 14000 CAEN Prix d'entrée : 3 euros / journée et 5 euros pour 2 jours (gratuit pour les - 12 ans) Renseignements complémentaires au 02.31.29.54.24 et sur www.abmcaen.fr.fm
Bus and minivan routes and bookings in Malaysia
by Lolman61 · 2026-06-17 · 2 replies
Hi there

My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!

Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??

Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?

Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????

Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Can you book hotels last-minute in Quebec in late September - early October?
by Docanfr · 2026-04-23 · 9 replies
Hi there, I’m planning a road trip to Quebec in late September/early October. Since I’m over 75, it’s impossible to rent a camper van. So, the option left is a car plus hotels. I’m used to traveling freely—I sketch out a rough route and stop wherever and whenever I feel like it. Is it possible during this period to travel without booking hotels/motels or B&Bs in advance, knowing I’ll only need a double room? Thanks for your replies.
Review of the CFC RENAISSANCE's 'EN VOGUE' experience
by Poupou10 · 2026-03-28 · 111 replies
😉Hi there, A few months ago, CFC put the EN VOGUE experience on sale, departing from Dunkirk. I booked this package to test the boat and onboard services for myself. I’d read a lot of reviews mentioning numerous issues on board, so I wanted to see for myself what it was really like…

Okay, I’ll stop rambling… The package included boarding at 6 PM on Friday, dinner, a show, an overnight stay, and breakfast. We chose an interior cabin for this experience—since the boat wasn’t leaving the dock, we didn’t see the point in paying more… All in all, it cost 130 € per person. My mom joined us; she got the same cabin for 130 € with no single occupancy supplement.

We’d checked in online to board faster. We took the train to DUNKIRK, then a taxi to the shuttle pavilion—7 € for the ride. When we arrived at the pavilion, we were told to wait because there was a connection issue with check-in. Great start… After about ten minutes, we were finally allowed to proceed. At the counter, they said they didn’t have our cabin cards and no record of our check-in… Very odd. With no solution, they put us on the bus and said we’d sort it out at reception. Perfect. We went through security, and they confiscated our water bottles—never seen that before! Then they said my mom had a corkscrew in her bag, so they searched it… but there was no corkscrew. Total amateur hour… They eventually dropped it.

We got on the bus for a ten-minute ride… We boarded the ship with a crew member and headed to reception. Turns out, we weren’t the only ones in this situation. The nightmare began… Only two staff members were handling all the issues, and everything seemed complicated. They told my mom her cabin had been given to someone else 😲. That was the last straw…

It took forever—they had to redo the entire check-in. Finally, they told my mom her cabin was good to go; they’d mixed her up with someone else… After a solid half-hour, we could finally head to our cabin.

I’m determined to test everything: the pool, jacuzzi, show, restaurant, spa, etc… TO BE CONTINUED
Airports in the Persian Gulf Emirates
by Puma2A · 2026-03-01 · 136 replies
Hi,

Right now, with the war raging in Iran and affecting all the neighboring countries of the Persian Gulf, many airports are completely closed to all traffic.

Several airlines like Qatar Airways, Emirates, and others have almost completely halted their operations.

Whether in the Middle East or Africa, many travelers are stranded—maybe for a long time... A heartfelt thought for them and the struggles this will cause.

Four months ago, I was in Kenya with a flight booked through Qatar Airways... I can’t even imagine how I’d react if I were stuck there now. ??

Wishing all these travelers courage, patience, and success in making it back home.

...

Doha Airport on October 21, 2025:



...
Some trips are born twice - Peru April - May 2025
by Ticapi · 2026-02-18 · 248 replies
Some trips are born twice.

Ours was supposed to happen in 2020. Everything was ready: the itinerary, the flight tickets, hotel reservations and Machu Picchu, the rental car, dreams of high altitudes and wide-open spaces. And then the world stopped.

Like so many other plans, our trip to Peru was put on hold. Disappointment was followed by a more concrete reality: paperwork, endless back-and-forth, and battles to recover some of the costs we’d already paid.

The years went by. Life moved on, with its shifting priorities and unexpected twists. Rescheduling this trip wasn’t possible until 2025.

The itinerary stayed mostly true to what we’d imagined five years earlier. One major difference, though—in 2020, we’d planned to rent a car and explore the roads completely independently. Most importantly, we hadn’t included the three-day Ausangate trek, due to lack of time.

For 2025, our plans evolved. 4x4 rental prices had skyrocketed, and when we looked at our schedule more closely, we realized quite a few days didn’t actually need a vehicle. So we made a different choice and opted for private drivers instead. A decision we never regretted. Always punctual, thoughtful, and available... they were so much more than just drivers.

All our reservations were made in January, except for the trek, which we booked in February.

Finding reliable drivers on our own was tough, so we asked Laurent from Tout Pérou to handle it for us. Going through Tout Pérou also gave us a discount on the train ride to Aguas Calientes, so Laurent booked those tickets too. He also bought our Machu Picchu entrance tickets at the same price we would’ve paid on the official website. When comparing domestic flight prices, we found it was cheaper to book from Peru, so Laurent took care of those as well.

This time, nothing was going to stop us. Peru was waiting. And we were ready. 🙂
Is it possible to return to China after a stay in Taiwan with the visa-free entry?
by Yoyo37 · 2026-02-16 · 17 replies
Hi, I'd like to know—I'm planning to go to Taiwan and would like to make a stop in China, then another stop in China on my way back from Taiwan.

In total, I'd stay less than 30 cumulative days in China, but would I still be allowed to return after coming back from Taiwan (while still benefiting from the visa exemption)?

Thanks! ^^
Question about border crossings between Chile and Argentina
by Mathilde1967 · 2026-01-27 · 4 replies
Hi, We’d like to visit South America (among other places) with a vehicle, and I have a question about Chile and Argentina. A lot of "spots" are right on the border between these two countries, and I was wondering how to visit them since we’re not in a rush. Should we cross the borders without stopping so we don’t have to backtrack later, or should we explore the Chilean side first, for example, and then the Argentine side afterward? Thanks for your thoughts and advice! :)
Feedback on a Florida road trip
by Cup030680 · 2025-12-01 · 1 reply
Hi there,

I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure

Thanks in advance for your tips!
Where to stay on the Route des Crêtes hike?
by Saispasmoi · 2025-08-23 · 1 reply
Hi everyone, Here’s my dilemma: I’m planning a hike between Le Bonhomme and the Gîte des 3 Fours at the Col de la Schlucht. Between the two, I need a hostel, a gîte, or a farm inn for Wednesday, September 10th. My gîte at the pass is only open on Thursday, so I need a stop between Le Bonhomme and the pass. On Wednesday, everything’s closed—no half-board, nothing at all. Would you have any solutions? I’ve already called the tourist office, and they confirmed there’s no possibility. No tent—it’s too heavy for me at my age. Thanks for your ideas!
I Tried Nordic Power Walking (in the Cévennes, France) with Poles
by Manondugard · 2025-08-13 · 2 replies
Hi everyone.

I’ve been doing brisk walking every day for years (an hour every morning at dawn) through forests, along rivers, on trails, tracks, and pavement. I wanted to try Nordic walking, so I bought the poles (apparently, they work your abs extra). I lasted 5 days 😄 And I’m stopping because, for me, it’s incompatible with how I combine sport and wildlife. I tried all the tips (rubber and steel), and they all make a racket that scares off every animal 😅

I get that some athletes go from point A to point B without paying attention to what’s in between, but that’s not me. I love intense exercise, but whenever something’s beautiful, I stop to enjoy it for a few moments (same when I spot an animal). With the poles, it’s impossible—they’re too noisy, even if you don’t press hard.

Oh well, I wasted 20 € on this purchase (though they might come in handy for scrambling, for example).

Anyway, for the brisk walking I do, the poles I totally mastered by the second day (syncing the movement) actually slow me down. Plus, it’s annoying to hear that constant noise in a dreamy landscape when my shoes barely make a sound. And on roads (pavement), they make all the dogs in their houses bark 😅

As for working the abs, brisk walking without poles lets you engage your core if you want, so it works those muscles too.

Into the bin go my poles and their tips, already dead after 5 days (long live wildlife and nature!) 🤘
Feedback on Thailand itinerary with 4- and 7-year-old kids
by Quentinho · 2025-07-19 · 27 replies
Hi everyone!!

My wife and I are heading to Thailand in April 2025 with our two daughters, aged 4 and 7. I’d love to get your thoughts and some great tips on our itinerary (which isn’t set in stone at all!!). We’re planning to arrive in Phuket and head straight to Koh Lanta (4/5 nights). I’d love to visit another spot in the area, but nothing’s really grabbing us—so if you’ve got any ideas, we’re all ears! Next, we’re heading to Koh Phangan (the north) for about 4 nights. After that, we’ll head east to Ko Chang and Koh Kood, spending around 3 nights on each island. Then, Bangkok for 2 days and one night before flying back to France. We’ll have about 16-17 days there. Like most people, we’re looking for quiet spots, far from big resorts, with beaches, pools, and walks/activities for our young kids. From my research, the west has great beaches and views, while the east offers a bit more adventure and fewer crowds. Thanks in advance for your feedback!

Quentin, Dune, Juno, and Marley
Thailand visa exemption extension
by Csc13 · 2025-03-29 · 2 replies
Hi,

Due to unforeseen circumstances—a earthquake in Bangkok—I couldn’t get my visa for Indonesia in time, and my Thailand visa exemption expires on April 13. I’d like to extend my stay in Thailand by 30 days so I have time to apply for an Indonesian visa, as the procedures are on hold until April 8 due to the end of Ramadan celebrations and Nyepi (Bali).

I’m currently in Prachuap Khiri Khan and would like to know which is the nearest immigration office that can extend my visa exemption?

Just to note, I’ve heard conflicting info: it seems there’s an office in Dan Singkhon and another in Hua Hin. The first one is much closer—could someone confirm if it’s still operational for this kind of procedure, or do I have to go all the way to Hua Hin?

Thanks in advance!
Laos itinerary plan: your advice
by Alainp83 · 2025-03-05 · 8 replies
Hi everyone, I’m thinking of taking a 20-day trip to Laos in January 2026. I’m currently looking at itineraries, hotels, excursions, transport, etc. For the route, nothing’s set in stone yet, but we’d do: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang - Champassak - Pakse. What do you think? Anyone have any tips? Thanks, Alain
Stopovers in Valencia and Ibiza
by Tine65200 · 2025-02-03 · 2 replies
Hi everyone, has anyone had a stopover in VALENCIA and IBIZA during a cruise??? Could you give me some tips on how to do the excursions on our own? Thanks!
Visiting Cinque Terre by Train During a Cruise
by Pétanquette · 2025-01-29 · 2 replies
Hi there. We want to visit the Cinque Terre by train.

Could anyone tell me if the distance between the ship and the first bus stop in town to take us to La Spezia station is far? Thanks
Where to stop between Thessaloniki and Athens?
by Mamirêveuse · 2025-01-26 · 9 replies
Hi lovely community, I need your help for the last part of our trip to Greece next June. We’ll be in Thessaloniki and need to drive to Athens (485 km) in the same day. We’d like to stop for lunch—where should we go?? Please, we need ideas and suggestions! Thanks everyone
7-Day Oman Itinerary
by Isachristian · 2025-01-16 · 0 replies
7 days in OMAN Day 1: Muscat for a few hours to gather info on diving near the Dimaniyat Islands. Then a tour of the souks and the corniche. The next day, we dropped our diving plans to focus on a "landscapes" vacation.

Day 2: Headed to the mountains with a picnic stop at Nakhal Fort (so renovated it feels like Disney, but really beautiful). In the afternoon, Maps led us astray on rocky paths—we got a flat, and by the time we fixed it, it was dark. We slept near WADI DAMM. Luckily, we stumbled upon a farm stay in the middle of nowhere, right by the wadi for the next day. We found a café selling amazing dhal with bread—but no utensils!—and a small shop for tea and pastries for the next morning. Day 3: WADI DAMM, a long hike up a canyon—gorgeous but very dry. On the way to Oman’s highest mountains, JEBEL SHAMS! But what Maps said would take 1.5 hours turned into hours on off-road trails. We arrived at the top at 4 PM—stunning, but the sun was already low. We hiked for 30 minutes along the corniche and turned back (Balcony Walk). We drove down to Al Hamra as night fell and found a cute hotel where the guy cooked us an incredible chicken. Day 4: Visited MISFAH, an old mountain village. We descended into the wadi and climbed up the other side for the view—absolutely breathtaking! *** Headed to NIZWA for its fort and souk—nice! Apparently, you should visit Friday morning for the camel market (to be confirmed).

Day 5: Headed to the desert, but first, a stop at WADI BANI KHALIL (great hike, even with crowds). The sandwich on the rocks and the swim before leaving were awesome. We reached the sand desert, left the car, and were taken to camp—just us and two young guys serving tea and meals. So beautiful! The walk around the camp in the dunes was fun, the photos were amazing—overall, a fantastic experience!

Day 6: Walked around the desert near camp after breakfast—gorgeous! They drove us back to the car, then we stopped at a shop for a picnic at WADI SHAB. Crossed by boat, but the hike afterward was great—had to swim in some spots, so bring a dry bag. Found a nice guesthouse by the sea nearby and a restaurant in Tiwi since it was already late.

Day 7: After a failed swimming attempt (the waves were too strong), we went to WADI TIWI—nothing special. Then WADI ARBEIEEN as we headed up the coast to the airport, where we crashed for 6 hours at a hotel before flying home!
Hiking step between Matsumoto and Tsumago
by Bananette · 2025-01-15 · 12 replies
Hello,

I'm planning to travel from Matsumoto to Tsumago to hike to Magome. Is it reasonable to leave early in the morning from Matsumoto by train, stop in Narai for a stroll (knowing we'll have our big backpacks, I hope there's a luggage locker at the station), and then continue to Tsumago to do the hike to Magome?

Or is it better to stop and sleep halfway in Kiso-Fukushima? (I looked for accommodations in Narai but couldn't find any.)

Thanks in advance for your advice.
Road trip: Las Vegas, Texas, and Tennessee
by Laousse · 2025-01-14 · 4 replies
Hi everyone, After already exploring the West, which was amazing, I’ve got a new plan—I’d like to visit Texas and Tennessee. I want to start in Las Vegas, revisit Monument Valley, and head toward Dallas, stopping in Albuquerque and other cool spots along the way. Then, I’ll leave Dallas for Nashville, with several stops in between—any suggestions on where to go? Do you think 20 days is enough for this trip? Thanks for your input!
Algeria Entry Visa
by Didlou · 2025-01-09 · 11 replies
Hi,

I’m heading to the Algerian Sahara. I’m taking a flight from Paris to Djanet with a layover in Algiers.

Can anyone tell me how the entry visa process works?

Thanks in advance for your help!
Spending a few days in Katakolon and the surrounding area (Greece)
by Koufalitza · 2024-12-04 · 1 reply
Hi there, if anyone knows this region, we’re planning to stop there for a few days this summer. I’d love to hear any great tips! Is it worth the trip, or the whole area? I don’t know this part of Greece at all. Thanks so much! ;-. Koufalitza
Possible stops on the Dakar route?
by Fred4454 · 2024-11-25 · 10 replies
Hey riders (or not) 😉 For those who’ve already done it and know the route, could you tell me where to make stops (hotels, guesthouses) between Laayoune and Nouakchott, for example? And what’s the minimum range needed to get between two gas stations? Thanks and have a great day
Quy Nhon (Vietnam)
by Larsay · 2024-11-24 · 4 replies
For centuries, until its capture by the Vietnamese in 1407, Quy Nhon was Asia’s busiest port. Marco Polo stopped here on his way back from China to Venice. It was the port of Viraja, capital of the Champa kingdom, which explains the many Cham towers found all over the place, including right in the city center. Today, it’s a lovely beach resort, less crowded than others. There’s a gigantic seaside esplanade lined with alternating gardens and hotel towers, with not a single tree (not on the beach either), except at the café-restaurant-terrace of the 4-star hotel Hoang Yen and another one to the right of it. I was lucky to find a brand-new, spotless little hotel run by a very friendly family, the Ngoc Linh, on a quiet little street just 50 meters from the beach. $12 for a single room and $14 for a double. There’s a terrace restaurant. No bikes, but motorbike rentals are available ($10 per day). 6 Tran Van On 0563 54 66 99 or nearby on the esplanade (19 Xuan Dieu).

Beautiful beach establishments north of the city.

That said, it allowed me to indulge my passion for history with the beautiful Cham towers, especially those at Banh It, 20 km north of Quy Nhon on the Mandarin Road (you can see them in the distance as they sit atop a hill, offering a magnificent view of the entire region). Four well-preserved towers (the largest has been very well restored), built in the late 11th to early 12th century. At the foot of the mountain, you’ll find a beautiful 14th-century pagoda and the ruins of Viraja. Right in the middle of the city on Tran Hung Dao, there are also the two beautiful towers of Thap Doi.
Trip feedback from Fuerteventura
by Robertson73 · 2024-11-05 · 0 replies
During our stay in Lanzarote, we spent a few days in Fuerteventura. We particularly loved:

- The short hike up Volcán Calderon Hondo

- The center of the island, with a stop in Betancuria while driving along the stunning FV30 road

- The unmissable Cofete, a real end-of-the-world vibe. Everyone seems to get there at their own risk in a rental car, by the way.

- The Mirador de Sicasumbre is our favorite viewpoint on Fuerteventura

For the beaches, I’d say you can sum it up like this: the east coast is windy with calm waters, while the west coast is less windy but has big waves.

- East coast beaches: Sotavento and Corralejo - West coast beaches: La Pared and Cofete

No issues bringing our rental car from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura.

For more info, check out my blog (click the link)

Feel free to ask if you have any questions!

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Police form for motorhome travel in Senegal
by Lagos76 · 2024-11-01 · 8 replies
I'm looking to print a standard police form because I'm traveling to Senegal in a motorhome in early 2025. I saw on the forum that it's highly requested in Mauritania, Senegal, and even Guinea by police or military on the roads. Thanks for your help.
Travel companions for Colombia - January/February 2025
by Buterfly82 · 2024-10-30 · 3 replies
Hello!

I’m planning to visit Colombia for 3 weeks (maybe a bit longer) between January and February 2025.

I don’t have a set itinerary yet. The idea is to mix cultural visits (monuments), hikes in national parks, and some beach relaxation.

I’m primarily looking for female travel companions, ideally around my age (I’m 42).

I usually organize my trips solo without using an agency.

I’m looking for people who love walking (a lot ;) ) and are comfortable using public transport (trains, buses, etc.).

I’ll be departing from Paris, but it doesn’t matter where you’re flying from—we can meet up directly there. I haven’t booked my tickets yet.

Feel free to send me a private message if you’re planning a similar trip so we can chat!

Have a great day!
Looking for a female travel companion for the Philippines - leaving early December
by Althema · 2024-10-28 · 0 replies
Hi there, I’ve booked my one-way ticket from Paris to Manila on December 6th, flight at 4 PM. I’ve already visited 6 out of 7,000 islands 😅 traveling on a small budget but not roughing it 😄 I’ll be traveling for 3 months, and nothing’s set in stone, so if anyone wants to join for part of the trip or suggest their itinerary, I’d love that. Could also be India or somewhere else. I’m an early riser, energetic, and resourceful. I’ve traveled quite a bit—Colombia, Mexico, Malaysia, India, etc.—mostly on budget flights. I love visiting iconic sites, nature, diving in warm, vibrant seas, and so on… over to you! I’m definitely not looking for hardship, just a travel buddy 😊

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