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Visiter la région de Sucre en Bolivie English translation pending
Est-ce que lq region autour de sucre est interssante ? est-ce que ca vaut le coup d y passer quelques jours de plus ?
On prevoit de voler de sucre a la paz. que conseilleriew vous de voir pendant 2, 3 jours autour de sucre avant de repartir (excpete la ville elle-meme) ?
On prevoit de voler de sucre a la paz. que conseilleriew vous de voir pendant 2, 3 jours autour de sucre avant de repartir (excpete la ville elle-meme) ?
Mariages Cubains-Québécois English translation pending
Bonjour à tous,
Je suis nouvellement membre de votre extraordinaire site ! Ce qui me concerne, c'est le sujet mentionné ci-haut😉...j'ai déjà exploré un forum similaire de ce genre mais... ! Puis-je avoir les commentaires des gens du Québec ou des Québécois pour qui leur mariage fonctionne toujours et depuis combien de temps, avec un Cubain(ne) ??? Histoire d'entendre un peu de positivisme 😉
Merci de vos encouragements !
Je suis nouvellement membre de votre extraordinaire site ! Ce qui me concerne, c'est le sujet mentionné ci-haut😉...j'ai déjà exploré un forum similaire de ce genre mais... ! Puis-je avoir les commentaires des gens du Québec ou des Québécois pour qui leur mariage fonctionne toujours et depuis combien de temps, avec un Cubain(ne) ??? Histoire d'entendre un peu de positivisme 😉
Merci de vos encouragements !
"lodges" Costa Rica English translation pending
qui a des super adresses de logement style lodge ou très nature, en forêt, plages, campagne et quand même pas trop chères, pour faire plaisir à nos deux ados et changer un peu des petites cabinas...? bienvenues aussi si vous en connaissez de particulièrement appréciables! pour 5 semaines, on va en avoir besoin et même des locations à la semaine dans des endroits sympas. merci+++++
Pourboire restaurant à la carte English translation pending
J`ai une question.
Après avoir lu plusieurs d`entre vous, il me semble que si nous n`avons pas réussis à avoir une réservation dans un restaurant à la carte voulu, il y a toujours moyen de le faire à la porte moyennant un pourboire (pour entrer sans réservation). Comment ça fonctionne au juste? Combien on donne? On dit quoi à qui?
Je ne suis pas tellement pour ce genre de pratique mais on ne sait jamais....
Merci à l`avance
Après avoir lu plusieurs d`entre vous, il me semble que si nous n`avons pas réussis à avoir une réservation dans un restaurant à la carte voulu, il y a toujours moyen de le faire à la porte moyennant un pourboire (pour entrer sans réservation). Comment ça fonctionne au juste? Combien on donne? On dit quoi à qui?
Je ne suis pas tellement pour ce genre de pratique mais on ne sait jamais....
Merci à l`avance
A ceux qui ne voyageront jamais English translation pending
Sur qu'il est sage de rester chez sois. D'éviter ce monde, cahotique, parano. La prudence est de mise. Mais parfois Les ti batôs pleurent quand son pas sur lô! Leur discour est connu. La sagesse leur loi. Pourquoi risquer sa peau? Se rompre les os? Ya pas prés plus verts qu'ici! Mais parfois Les ti batôs pleurent quand son pas sur lô! Se dire "j'aurais pu y aller quelquefois" Au soir de sa vie avant le grand repos. Rêver à Rio et verser une larme. Car parfois Les ti batôs pleurent quand son pas sur lô! DeCléricy Montréal, 9 avril 2005...entre une douche et un restant de vin
tenter sa chance un an en Asie English translation pending
Salut😏
Etant tombée amoureuse de l'Asie (j'ai visité la Chine, le Sri lanka et bientot le Vietnam j'espere!!), je desire y passer au moins un an (l'année 2006) pour y travailler donner des cours, benevolat, ou autres.Mais voilà, je ne sais pas comment m'y prendre!!!!
Je travaille depuis trois ans ds un college en tant que Surveillante d'externat où j'ai pu y donner entre autres des cours d'anglais à des sections de cinquième et je suis titulaire d'une Maitrise Science de L'Education, et actuellemnet je retente ma chance avec une Licence FLE, car apparemment c'est le seul moyen pour enseigner à l'etranger.
Mais est-ce vraiment le seul moyen????Merci à tout ceux qui auront le moindre petit renseignement!!!!Car je suis fin prete à partir!!!!!
Etant tombée amoureuse de l'Asie (j'ai visité la Chine, le Sri lanka et bientot le Vietnam j'espere!!), je desire y passer au moins un an (l'année 2006) pour y travailler donner des cours, benevolat, ou autres.Mais voilà, je ne sais pas comment m'y prendre!!!!
Je travaille depuis trois ans ds un college en tant que Surveillante d'externat où j'ai pu y donner entre autres des cours d'anglais à des sections de cinquième et je suis titulaire d'une Maitrise Science de L'Education, et actuellemnet je retente ma chance avec une Licence FLE, car apparemment c'est le seul moyen pour enseigner à l'etranger.
Mais est-ce vraiment le seul moyen????Merci à tout ceux qui auront le moindre petit renseignement!!!!Car je suis fin prete à partir!!!!!
Italie du Sud English translation pending
le voudrais res renseignements. Visite a ne pas manque sur Florence et les environs, Rome, Maples le tout debut avril pour 12 jours
merci
merci
Que voir à Istanbul? English translation pending
😏 bonjour,
nous partons prochainement pour istambul, que doit-on voir impérativement ? quel piège doit-on éviter ? merci
chaudi
nous partons prochainement pour istambul, que doit-on voir impérativement ? quel piège doit-on éviter ? merci
chaudi
Expéditions anglaises overland en camion pour l'Afrique australe English translation pending
bonjour,
quelqu'un a t-il déjà effectué un voyage en camion avec un tour operator anglais ? je pars avec dragoman pour 14 semaines en afrique australe et aimerais bien avoir des retours sur ce type d'expéditions.
merci
quelqu'un a t-il déjà effectué un voyage en camion avec un tour operator anglais ? je pars avec dragoman pour 14 semaines en afrique australe et aimerais bien avoir des retours sur ce type d'expéditions.
merci
Hôtel Flamenco Punta Cana English translation pending
Salut😛 Je viens de réserver en dernière minute 1 semaine du 12 au 19 février à l'hotel Flamenco. J'aimerais avoir votre avis sur cet hotel (piscine, plage, resto, chambre, ambiance...) et si possible quelques conseils, astuces et pièges à éviter pour passer une bonne semaine. C'est mon premier voyage et je flippe un peu!!!😕 Pouvez vous m'aider????
J'attend avec impatience vos réponses et merci d'avance
PS: si vous avez quelques photos pour que je me fasse une idée de l'hotel encore mille merci
A plus
J'attend avec impatience vos réponses et merci d'avance
PS: si vous avez quelques photos pour que je me fasse une idée de l'hotel encore mille merci
A plus
Hôtel Rhodos Maris Rhodes Grèce English translation pending
Bonjour,
Je pense me rendre à cet hôtel en juin prochain.
Qui y est allé?
Merci pour vos infos sur cet hôtel.
Je pense me rendre à cet hôtel en juin prochain.
Qui y est allé?
Merci pour vos infos sur cet hôtel.
Tryp Cayo Coco English translation pending
je voudrais savoir, si le v.i.p. est vraiment essentiel au point de vue resto a la carte ou si tu peux y allé en standard et payer un petit surplus en dessous de la table.pour les prises de courant faut-il se procurer un adapteur ou tout est standard comme ici au quebec
Co-voiturage en Espagne English translation pending
Bonjour.
Quelqu'un connaît-il des sites de covoiturage en Espagne, ou des lieux où trouver des annonces à La Corogne. Merci.
Quelqu'un connaît-il des sites de covoiturage en Espagne, ou des lieux où trouver des annonces à La Corogne. Merci.
Holguin Playa Pesquero English translation pending
bonjour je pars a cuba au mois de mars et probablement que je coucherai au playa pesquero a holguin je voudrais savoir si il ya qu el qun qui y a séjournée au cours des derniers mois; comment était le service, les chambres, le personnel, activités a proximité etc...merci
Casa Marina Bay - Samana - Las Galeras English translation pending
😐
CASA MARINA BAY
Départ le 29/09 pour Puerto Plata. Direction Samana "en bus???????"
Qu'en est-il des dernière nouvelles de l'hôtel et des environs?
Le TO ne nous donne toujours aucune réponse 🤪 tandis que le ministère des affaires étrangères multiplie les mises en garde!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Merci, à tous
Merci, à tous
Sécurité au Vénézuela English translation pending
Bonjour à tous
En février prochain nous souhaitons partir au vénézuela, mais j'ai très peu quant aux problèmes de sécurité, y aurait t il qqn qui pourrait me rassurer
Nous souhaitons aller aux Llanos, parc de Mochima, Delta de l'Orénoque et los Roques. en 4 semaines par bus, c faisable?
Si vous avez des bons plans, n'hésitez pas à me contacter
vraiment merci d'avance à tous pour vos précieux renseignements
Sandrine
En février prochain nous souhaitons partir au vénézuela, mais j'ai très peu quant aux problèmes de sécurité, y aurait t il qqn qui pourrait me rassurer
Nous souhaitons aller aux Llanos, parc de Mochima, Delta de l'Orénoque et los Roques. en 4 semaines par bus, c faisable?
Si vous avez des bons plans, n'hésitez pas à me contacter
vraiment merci d'avance à tous pour vos précieux renseignements
Sandrine
Apprendre l'arabe autour de Marseille English translation pending
bonjour à tous
je cherche des cours d'arabe adulte débutant (en ligne, à domicile, dans des asso, etc.) autour de Marseille. merci pour vos tuyaux
Hassina
je cherche des cours d'arabe adulte débutant (en ligne, à domicile, dans des asso, etc.) autour de Marseille. merci pour vos tuyaux
Hassina
Art martial et autres pratiques sportives en Inde? English translation pending
bonjour tout le monde,
voila je voudrais savoir s'il est possible d'assister à des combats d'art martial indien dans le sud? et si oui pouvez vous me donner des adresses? je connais absolument pas cette pratique d'où mon message, à savoir si quelqu'un peut m'en parler et me renseigner.
de plus si vous avez à me conseiller de voir d'autres pratiques sportives ou autres que l'on ne trouve pas dans les guides......c'est avec plaisir de lire vos connaissances et adresses!!!
merci d'avance pour vos réponses et connaissances!!
béné🙂
voila je voudrais savoir s'il est possible d'assister à des combats d'art martial indien dans le sud? et si oui pouvez vous me donner des adresses? je connais absolument pas cette pratique d'où mon message, à savoir si quelqu'un peut m'en parler et me renseigner.
de plus si vous avez à me conseiller de voir d'autres pratiques sportives ou autres que l'on ne trouve pas dans les guides......c'est avec plaisir de lire vos connaissances et adresses!!!
merci d'avance pour vos réponses et connaissances!!
béné🙂
De retour de Luperon 2 English translation pending
Salut @ tous,
ça y est le décalage horaire étant passé, le bronzage un peu aussi,
j'ai mis en ligne quelques photos pour celles et ceux qui étaient à Luperon Beach Ressort du 03 au 19 mars2004.
http://monsite.wanadoo.fr/luperon-carine-dom
Pour des commentaires plus détaillés, vous pouvez lire mon post un peu plus haut ou m'envoyer un email.
Bon voyage @tous....😉
ça y est le décalage horaire étant passé, le bronzage un peu aussi,
j'ai mis en ligne quelques photos pour celles et ceux qui étaient à Luperon Beach Ressort du 03 au 19 mars2004.
http://monsite.wanadoo.fr/luperon-carine-dom
Pour des commentaires plus détaillés, vous pouvez lire mon post un peu plus haut ou m'envoyer un email.
Bon voyage @tous....😉
Transports et logement en Sibérie English translation pending
coucou a tous... je prepare tout doucement notre voyage a deux en asie et il me manque quelques infos ...tout d'abord sur la siberie..loopkin pourras tu m'aider ? 😉
est ce que quelqu'un connait des hebergements sympas sur irkoutsk, port baikal, liousvanska, kultuk et oulan oude ? merci merci deja davance..🙂 peu dadresses dans les lonely planets ! et pis ya til souvent des bus la bas ou peu et ou peut on avoir ces infos avant de partir ? et pis.. oui j'sais, suis ch...mais quelqu'un a til fait le trekking entre Kiren et Archan (sources chaudes).. aucune agence le propose.. selon trekmag!
merci a tous
marrotte
est ce que quelqu'un connait des hebergements sympas sur irkoutsk, port baikal, liousvanska, kultuk et oulan oude ? merci merci deja davance..🙂 peu dadresses dans les lonely planets ! et pis ya til souvent des bus la bas ou peu et ou peut on avoir ces infos avant de partir ? et pis.. oui j'sais, suis ch...mais quelqu'un a til fait le trekking entre Kiren et Archan (sources chaudes).. aucune agence le propose.. selon trekmag!
merci a tous
marrotte
Voyager à petit prix à Djerba en Tunisie English translation pending
Bonjour. Femme seule Je compte partir du 1er Juillet au 15 Juillet 2004 en Tunisie. J'aimerai avoir des renseignements sur comment y aller au moindre coût possible avec location de maison ou appartement a djerba. Bateau ? Avion ? Je précise que je rejoins quelqu'un là bas donc pas de soucis. Merci pour tous vos renseignements !!! 😎 Pinkysugar.
Sites incontournables d'Indonésie? English translation pending
Salut,
Je pars 3 grosses semaines en Indonésie, j'arriverais sur l'île de Sumatra sur Medan pour m'en aller sur l'île de Java, puis Bali...........
Quels sont les endroits les plus intéressants à visiter d'après vous ?
Je souhaite effectuer des stages de plongées (niveau I voir II si temps nécessaire), sur quel île dois je me rendre pour cela ?, quelqu'un aurrait il un ordre de prix à me communiquer ?
Je vous remercie..........
Je pars 3 grosses semaines en Indonésie, j'arriverais sur l'île de Sumatra sur Medan pour m'en aller sur l'île de Java, puis Bali...........
Quels sont les endroits les plus intéressants à visiter d'après vous ?
Je souhaite effectuer des stages de plongées (niveau I voir II si temps nécessaire), sur quel île dois je me rendre pour cela ?, quelqu'un aurrait il un ordre de prix à me communiquer ?
Je vous remercie..........
Courrier rapide de France pour l'Inde English translation pending
Mon fils a acheté des travellers chèques avant de partir et je dois les lui envoyer régulièrement.
Quel est le meilleur moyen, la vitesse et le coût?
Si qq'un a déjà utilisé ce moyen, merci d'avance pour vos réponses
Akarienne
Quel est le meilleur moyen, la vitesse et le coût?
Si qq'un a déjà utilisé ce moyen, merci d'avance pour vos réponses
Akarienne
Volontaire pour le Sénégal English translation pending
bonjour,
je reviens du sénégal où j'ai passé 7 mois comme bénévole dans une école primaire à mboro et je compte repartir d'ici 6-7 mois, j'aimerai être utile donc si vous avez les coordonnées d'une association qui recherche des volontaires...
a+
chrystelle
je reviens du sénégal où j'ai passé 7 mois comme bénévole dans une école primaire à mboro et je compte repartir d'ici 6-7 mois, j'aimerai être utile donc si vous avez les coordonnées d'une association qui recherche des volontaires...
a+
chrystelle
Aide humanitaire comme infirmière English translation pending
😎 bonjour . je termine mon D.E.C. pour eter infirmiere, mi novembre 2003. mais mon test à l'ordre des infirmiere se fait qu'en février 2004. alors, entre ces 2 dates, j'aimerais bien travailler dans l, humanitaire, les missions etc. ma seules condition : pas trop d'encadrement et pas dans des hopitaux ou institutions. j, aimerais mieux la brousse ou dasn des écoles par exemple. Je me débrouille en anglais mais j, aimerais l, améliorer donc.. message lancé 😏.
Au plaisir
valérie du Québec (vale19ry@hotmail.com)
Au plaisir
valérie du Québec (vale19ry@hotmail.com)
Cycling in Algeria: Saharan routes, water, bivouacking, and safety — seeking firsthand experience
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a cycling trip in Algeria and looking for concrete firsthand accounts from cyclists who’ve recently traveled there (or residents who know the terrain well). My goal is to map out a realistic 2–4 week itinerary that prioritizes discovery, safety, and solid water/bivouac management.
My profile and gear
Semi-bivouac autonomous cyclist (light tent + sleeping bag + stove), with the option of simple accommodations in towns.
All-road/gravel bike with a rear rack, 40–45 mm tires (I can go up to 47–50 mm if needed).
Compact drivetrain with a small gear range for climbing while loaded.
Modular water capacity of 4–7 liters (soft flasks + bottles), plus a filter and purification tablets as backup.
Navigation via offline maps + GPS, GPX tracks if available.
Planned period
Late winter/early spring (timing to be refined based on your feedback about weather, wind, and day/night temperature swings). I’d love a seasonal breakdown: which areas are more pleasant/rideable during this time? Are there zones to avoid while others become ideal?
Preferred itinerary style
High plateaus and accessible Saharan fringes for a loaded bike, alternating between secondary roads and rideable tracks.
Moderate pace (60–90 km/day depending on terrain and wind), with stops in resource towns to restock, shower, and rest.
Safety and logistics (water/supplies) take priority over pure athletic performance.
My specific questions for those who’ve cycled in Algeria 1) Routes and areas
Which roads/tracks did you enjoy for their scenery and interest without being too rough for a loaded gravel bike?
If you’ve ridden the high plateaus: which connections do you recommend to avoid traffic and stick to small roads?
Saharan fringes: which sections are realistic for partial autonomy (reasonably spaced water points, rideable tracks, not too much soft sand)?
Areas to avoid by bike (recently) due to security, road conditions, katabatic winds, construction, etc.?
2) Water and supplies
How frequent were water points on your routes: reliable wells? taps? sources in towns/villages?
In “desert” sections, how many liters did you carry between secure points? Does a 6–7 L capacity seem comfortable, or should I aim for more on certain stretches?
Food: small shops, markets, availability of basics (semolina, sardines, dates, biscuits, powdered milk, etc.) — how often can you reasonably restock?
Filtration: did a filter + tablets suffice? Are there areas where you’d advise against filtering from unprotected wells?
3) Bivouacking and accommodations
Tolerance for discreet bivouacking (far from dwellings, leave-no-trace): recent experiences?
Simple alternatives: guesthouses, small hotels/hostels, campgrounds (if any), municipal lodgings?
Practical stopover towns for restocking, resting, and securing your bike overnight: reliable spots or neighborhoods to prioritize/avoid?
4) Roads, tracks, and weather
Road surface quality on secondary routes: generally decent or highly variable?
Tracks: rideable (compact gravel, laterite) or sometimes sand/washboard? At what tire width would you recommend switching (45 vs. 50 mm)?
Prevailing winds this season: direction, strength, most exposed hours; do you adjust your departures to ride “before the wind” in the morning?
Temperatures: day/night range; sun protection (long gloves, buff, sunscreen, sunglasses), managing nighttime cold at altitude or in the open desert.
5) Safety, formalities, and connectivity
Recently discouraged zones (please note the date if possible).
Roadside checks: which documents to keep handy; are there specific registrations or declarations required upon arrival or when moving between wilayas?
Local SIM/data: which operators work well on the routes you took; tips for recharging/buying credit.
Useful apps/maps on the ground (and reliable offline maps) for locating water, grocery stores, garages, accommodations, rideable segments, etc.
Bike security: how did you handle anti-theft and parking during errands/overnight stays?
6) Gear and adjustments
Recommended minimum gearing for loaded climbs on local roads/tracks.
Ideal tire width and casing (puncture resistance on gravel and rocks).
“Sweet spot” water capacity based on your experience (and tips: frame bags, extra bottles on the fork, bladders in frame bags, etc.).
Maintenance: dust/sand — greases/seals, drivetrain cleaning frequency, breathable filters, protective socks for zipped panniers.
Sample itinerary outline (to validate with your feedback)
Week 1: Arrival, adjustments, high plateaus, linking resource towns to get into the rhythm, test supplies and water.
Week 2: Accessible Saharan fringes, alternating road/track, nights in discreet bivouac when possible + simple accommodations every 3–4 days.
Week 3–4 (optional): Extend toward a second Saharan area or head back to a more temperate zone depending on weather/wind, prioritizing routes known to cyclists.
If you have GPX tracks (even partial), waypoints (water, grocery stores, accommodations), or a travel journal with dates, I’d love to see them. Dated info (year/month) will help me weigh what may have changed recently.
What I can share in return
After the trip, I’ll publish a detailed report with:
Final itinerary + cleaned GPX tracks,
List of confirmed water points and open supply spots,
Gear review (tires, gearing, water capacity),
Notes on bivouacking/accommodations and safety,
Budget and daily distances, to help future travelers.
Thanks in advance for your tips, warnings, good addresses, and updated feedback. Your experience is invaluable for planning a safe, smooth, and enjoyable cycling route in Algeria. Happy trails! 🚴
I’m planning a cycling trip in Algeria and looking for concrete firsthand accounts from cyclists who’ve recently traveled there (or residents who know the terrain well). My goal is to map out a realistic 2–4 week itinerary that prioritizes discovery, safety, and solid water/bivouac management.
My profile and gear
Semi-bivouac autonomous cyclist (light tent + sleeping bag + stove), with the option of simple accommodations in towns.
All-road/gravel bike with a rear rack, 40–45 mm tires (I can go up to 47–50 mm if needed).
Compact drivetrain with a small gear range for climbing while loaded.
Modular water capacity of 4–7 liters (soft flasks + bottles), plus a filter and purification tablets as backup.
Navigation via offline maps + GPS, GPX tracks if available.
Planned period
Late winter/early spring (timing to be refined based on your feedback about weather, wind, and day/night temperature swings). I’d love a seasonal breakdown: which areas are more pleasant/rideable during this time? Are there zones to avoid while others become ideal?
Preferred itinerary style
High plateaus and accessible Saharan fringes for a loaded bike, alternating between secondary roads and rideable tracks.
Moderate pace (60–90 km/day depending on terrain and wind), with stops in resource towns to restock, shower, and rest.
Safety and logistics (water/supplies) take priority over pure athletic performance.
My specific questions for those who’ve cycled in Algeria 1) Routes and areas
Which roads/tracks did you enjoy for their scenery and interest without being too rough for a loaded gravel bike?
If you’ve ridden the high plateaus: which connections do you recommend to avoid traffic and stick to small roads?
Saharan fringes: which sections are realistic for partial autonomy (reasonably spaced water points, rideable tracks, not too much soft sand)?
Areas to avoid by bike (recently) due to security, road conditions, katabatic winds, construction, etc.?
2) Water and supplies
How frequent were water points on your routes: reliable wells? taps? sources in towns/villages?
In “desert” sections, how many liters did you carry between secure points? Does a 6–7 L capacity seem comfortable, or should I aim for more on certain stretches?
Food: small shops, markets, availability of basics (semolina, sardines, dates, biscuits, powdered milk, etc.) — how often can you reasonably restock?
Filtration: did a filter + tablets suffice? Are there areas where you’d advise against filtering from unprotected wells?
3) Bivouacking and accommodations
Tolerance for discreet bivouacking (far from dwellings, leave-no-trace): recent experiences?
Simple alternatives: guesthouses, small hotels/hostels, campgrounds (if any), municipal lodgings?
Practical stopover towns for restocking, resting, and securing your bike overnight: reliable spots or neighborhoods to prioritize/avoid?
4) Roads, tracks, and weather
Road surface quality on secondary routes: generally decent or highly variable?
Tracks: rideable (compact gravel, laterite) or sometimes sand/washboard? At what tire width would you recommend switching (45 vs. 50 mm)?
Prevailing winds this season: direction, strength, most exposed hours; do you adjust your departures to ride “before the wind” in the morning?
Temperatures: day/night range; sun protection (long gloves, buff, sunscreen, sunglasses), managing nighttime cold at altitude or in the open desert.
5) Safety, formalities, and connectivity
Recently discouraged zones (please note the date if possible).
Roadside checks: which documents to keep handy; are there specific registrations or declarations required upon arrival or when moving between wilayas?
Local SIM/data: which operators work well on the routes you took; tips for recharging/buying credit.
Useful apps/maps on the ground (and reliable offline maps) for locating water, grocery stores, garages, accommodations, rideable segments, etc.
Bike security: how did you handle anti-theft and parking during errands/overnight stays?
6) Gear and adjustments
Recommended minimum gearing for loaded climbs on local roads/tracks.
Ideal tire width and casing (puncture resistance on gravel and rocks).
“Sweet spot” water capacity based on your experience (and tips: frame bags, extra bottles on the fork, bladders in frame bags, etc.).
Maintenance: dust/sand — greases/seals, drivetrain cleaning frequency, breathable filters, protective socks for zipped panniers.
Sample itinerary outline (to validate with your feedback)
Week 1: Arrival, adjustments, high plateaus, linking resource towns to get into the rhythm, test supplies and water.
Week 2: Accessible Saharan fringes, alternating road/track, nights in discreet bivouac when possible + simple accommodations every 3–4 days.
Week 3–4 (optional): Extend toward a second Saharan area or head back to a more temperate zone depending on weather/wind, prioritizing routes known to cyclists.
If you have GPX tracks (even partial), waypoints (water, grocery stores, accommodations), or a travel journal with dates, I’d love to see them. Dated info (year/month) will help me weigh what may have changed recently.
What I can share in return
After the trip, I’ll publish a detailed report with:
Final itinerary + cleaned GPX tracks,
List of confirmed water points and open supply spots,
Gear review (tires, gearing, water capacity),
Notes on bivouacking/accommodations and safety,
Budget and daily distances, to help future travelers.
Thanks in advance for your tips, warnings, good addresses, and updated feedback. Your experience is invaluable for planning a safe, smooth, and enjoyable cycling route in Algeria. Happy trails! 🚴
My TOP 3 countries visited
Hi everyone,
I feel like I’ve been lucky enough over the past few years to travel—a lot of that’s thanks to retirement... (see my profile!)
So, aside from my beautiful country, France, here’s my totally subjective top 3:
1 – Antarctica
2 – Greenland
3 – Yellowstone Park
Of course, this is just my opinion—human, architectural, cultural, and gastronomic treasures are everywhere on our unique planet, Earth. Have a great day, everyone!
Of course, this is just my opinion—human, architectural, cultural, and gastronomic treasures are everywhere on our unique planet, Earth. Have a great day, everyone!
Trip to Israel / Holy Land in 2022
For once, given the destination, the author can’t set aside their religious beliefs, which inevitably shape this kind of journey.
The Trip
Early in the morning at Orly Airport, in the departure lounge for Tel Aviv, a group of about forty young men arrives, all looking identical! The same neatly trimmed beards, the same identical haircuts, the same outfits with a touch of whimsy… The effect of seeing these forty “clones” is striking and raises questions! Why such perfect uniformity among this group of guys? Do they belong to the same family, sports club, cultural association, or religious group? A mystery! At the same time, the waiting area fills up with men who are more expected, given our destination: they wear large felt hats and dress in black suits with white shirts—Hassidim? The ones I’ve glimpsed fleetingly in Paris or New York, who have always been a mystery to me. More discreet-looking women accompany them.
I’m already in Israel without even setting foot there! Plus, I witness the preparations for an improvised show.
The “clones” start a flash mob at seven in the morning in a Paris airport departure lounge! Some pull out musical instruments, others begin singing and dancing. A music with strange, unfamiliar sounds enchants the waiting passengers.
The flight crew finally arrives, cutting through the flash mob, bringing us back to the reality of the moment: waiting to take off soon for this so troubling and mysterious Middle East. We go through passport control, presenting our faces to the scanners that operate the exit gate. The group of “identical” young men gets held up by the system: logically, a scanner let the first one through but blocked the second because of his perfect resemblance to the first. To the machine, the same person shouldn’t be able to cross the border twice? But eventually, the whole group makes it through the glass doors, leaving the Republic behind. My simplistic explanation is left looking ridiculous.
At every new destination, I ask myself countless questions, revealing a certain anxiety tied to the unknown: fear of attacks (one just happened at a bus station in Jerusalem), possible police pressure, unexpected events. Israel isn’t known for being a relaxing destination. In reality, if I did face a serious difficulty in this country, it wasn’t one I had anticipated—and it wasn’t particularly tied to Israel!
I take my seat by the window, which is already occupied by a little girl. Her father, a Hassidic man, politely asks if I’d be willing to give up my seat for his daughter. I tell him I’d be happy to make her happy. Seeing me masked, he asks if I’d like him and his daughter to wear masks too. In response, I take off my mask so as not to impose any constraints on them and wish them a good flight.
It was the first time I’d approached and spoken to a Hassidic man. He didn’t speak the way I might have expected after watching *Rabbi Jacob* with Louis de Funès; he spoke perfectly without an accent, just like you and me! Beware of stereotypes! Throughout the flight, I sneak glances at my strange neighbor: he prayed silently without stopping for a minute. His daughter, as good as gold, never interrupted him. He used several religious accessories during his three-hour continuous prayer: a kippa, a prayer shawl, and a rosary?… I left that plane deeply impressed, me, who has a very distant relationship with my Creator and only prays now and then.
The Trip
Early in the morning at Orly Airport, in the departure lounge for Tel Aviv, a group of about forty young men arrives, all looking identical! The same neatly trimmed beards, the same identical haircuts, the same outfits with a touch of whimsy… The effect of seeing these forty “clones” is striking and raises questions! Why such perfect uniformity among this group of guys? Do they belong to the same family, sports club, cultural association, or religious group? A mystery! At the same time, the waiting area fills up with men who are more expected, given our destination: they wear large felt hats and dress in black suits with white shirts—Hassidim? The ones I’ve glimpsed fleetingly in Paris or New York, who have always been a mystery to me. More discreet-looking women accompany them.
I’m already in Israel without even setting foot there! Plus, I witness the preparations for an improvised show.
The “clones” start a flash mob at seven in the morning in a Paris airport departure lounge! Some pull out musical instruments, others begin singing and dancing. A music with strange, unfamiliar sounds enchants the waiting passengers.
The flight crew finally arrives, cutting through the flash mob, bringing us back to the reality of the moment: waiting to take off soon for this so troubling and mysterious Middle East. We go through passport control, presenting our faces to the scanners that operate the exit gate. The group of “identical” young men gets held up by the system: logically, a scanner let the first one through but blocked the second because of his perfect resemblance to the first. To the machine, the same person shouldn’t be able to cross the border twice? But eventually, the whole group makes it through the glass doors, leaving the Republic behind. My simplistic explanation is left looking ridiculous.
At every new destination, I ask myself countless questions, revealing a certain anxiety tied to the unknown: fear of attacks (one just happened at a bus station in Jerusalem), possible police pressure, unexpected events. Israel isn’t known for being a relaxing destination. In reality, if I did face a serious difficulty in this country, it wasn’t one I had anticipated—and it wasn’t particularly tied to Israel!
I take my seat by the window, which is already occupied by a little girl. Her father, a Hassidic man, politely asks if I’d be willing to give up my seat for his daughter. I tell him I’d be happy to make her happy. Seeing me masked, he asks if I’d like him and his daughter to wear masks too. In response, I take off my mask so as not to impose any constraints on them and wish them a good flight.
It was the first time I’d approached and spoken to a Hassidic man. He didn’t speak the way I might have expected after watching *Rabbi Jacob* with Louis de Funès; he spoke perfectly without an accent, just like you and me! Beware of stereotypes! Throughout the flight, I sneak glances at my strange neighbor: he prayed silently without stopping for a minute. His daughter, as good as gold, never interrupted him. He used several religious accessories during his three-hour continuous prayer: a kippa, a prayer shawl, and a rosary?… I left that plane deeply impressed, me, who has a very distant relationship with my Creator and only prays now and then.
Travel Journal - 28 Days in China in August 2025
Hi everyone! I’m sharing a modest travel journal from my trip to China in August 2025.
There wasn’t much room for improvisation on this trip—everything was planned in advance. Since August is peak season, I decided to book train tickets early, and once that was set, I reserved all the accommodations too. I got everything on Trip.com.
I bought the flight tickets back in March from Hainan Airlines. They were super expensive, but with these travel dates, I couldn’t exactly dream of a bargain!
I picked up e-SIMs valid for a month from Free just before departure: 10 € for the e-SIM + 19.90 € for a one-month plan with 35 GB of data abroad.
No need for a VPN with these e-SIMs, but D. still got one—a multi-device plan for 5 € with a discount from Let’s VPN, valid for a month. It was for evenings at the hotel on Wi-Fi to avoid burning through the 35 GB with video.
I downloaded Alipay, WeChat, Amap (Baidu Maps), and Trip.com. We also have Google Translate and Maps.me—absolute must-haves.
We’re ready to go!
I’ve been waiting for this day for nearly 15 years!! I travel a lot, but this one—this is MY TRIP 🙂 It’s been postponed so many times: because I wanted to do it with the right person, because I have a Turkish stamp in my passport and heard they don’t issue visas with that, because of COVID... and then China introduced a 30-day visa exemption, and that was the green light! Ugh, they forced us to take our vacation in August this year—far from ideal—but no more delays. Saturday, August 2, 2025: it’s finally the big day!
Days 1 and 2: We got dropped off at Charles de Gaulle at 9:30 AM. I supposedly checked in online, but only for the first flight and without getting the boarding pass... Might as well scrap online check-in in that case. So, we spent over an hour in line at the counter to get them. We didn’t have any checked luggage—just our backpacks as carry-ons—so this was a step we’d never had to deal with before, but whatever, it’s done. No wait at passport control, 5 minutes through security, a quick walk around the terminal, 10 minutes in the boarding area, and it was already time to board. Departure around 12:45 PM, arrival in Chongqing at 4:50 AM. We had a few hours of layover before our next flight. Went through immigration, connecting flight control, and security. Pro tip: check your next flight’s boarding gate right after immigration. We never saw it displayed again anywhere in the terminal.
The Free e-SIMs work—phew!
Took off at 9:30 AM, arrived in Guangzhou (Canton) at 11:20 AM in the rain. I love how Chongqing is translated as "Tchoung King" on the screens in the plane—very French!

During my first two trips to China, we paid for everything in cash, but this time, we’re going all-in on Alipay and WeChat. I still brought the leftover change from previous trips—it might come in handy. At the metro station, they showed us a QR code to buy tickets via WeChat. There were probably machines and even a ticket counter, but we didn’t see them, and buying via WeChat was pretty simple. 8 yuan to Changshu Lu, which is 22 stops. So far, so good. Then, we had to find the hotel, which wasn’t on Google Maps, Maps.me, or Amap... Easy 😎! We found it without too much hassle, though. Dropped off our stuff and went out to eat. 55 yuan for two claypots with fish/eel, rice, cabbage, and purple eggplant. When we left, it was pouring. We grabbed our umbrellas and set off to explore the neighborhood: Enning Road (we’ll come back later to check out a specific spot), Shangxiajiu (the pedestrian shopping street), Baohua Road... The area is pretty diverse—one street to the next, it’s like stepping into a different world.


There weren’t many people around, probably because of the rain. We grabbed a quick street food dinner and went to bed—we were exhausted. We struggled to stay awake until 11 PM to adjust to the time change as quickly as possible. There’s a 6-hour time difference.
There wasn’t much room for improvisation on this trip—everything was planned in advance. Since August is peak season, I decided to book train tickets early, and once that was set, I reserved all the accommodations too. I got everything on Trip.com.
I bought the flight tickets back in March from Hainan Airlines. They were super expensive, but with these travel dates, I couldn’t exactly dream of a bargain!
I picked up e-SIMs valid for a month from Free just before departure: 10 € for the e-SIM + 19.90 € for a one-month plan with 35 GB of data abroad.
No need for a VPN with these e-SIMs, but D. still got one—a multi-device plan for 5 € with a discount from Let’s VPN, valid for a month. It was for evenings at the hotel on Wi-Fi to avoid burning through the 35 GB with video.
I downloaded Alipay, WeChat, Amap (Baidu Maps), and Trip.com. We also have Google Translate and Maps.me—absolute must-haves.
We’re ready to go!
I’ve been waiting for this day for nearly 15 years!! I travel a lot, but this one—this is MY TRIP 🙂 It’s been postponed so many times: because I wanted to do it with the right person, because I have a Turkish stamp in my passport and heard they don’t issue visas with that, because of COVID... and then China introduced a 30-day visa exemption, and that was the green light! Ugh, they forced us to take our vacation in August this year—far from ideal—but no more delays. Saturday, August 2, 2025: it’s finally the big day!
Days 1 and 2: We got dropped off at Charles de Gaulle at 9:30 AM. I supposedly checked in online, but only for the first flight and without getting the boarding pass... Might as well scrap online check-in in that case. So, we spent over an hour in line at the counter to get them. We didn’t have any checked luggage—just our backpacks as carry-ons—so this was a step we’d never had to deal with before, but whatever, it’s done. No wait at passport control, 5 minutes through security, a quick walk around the terminal, 10 minutes in the boarding area, and it was already time to board. Departure around 12:45 PM, arrival in Chongqing at 4:50 AM. We had a few hours of layover before our next flight. Went through immigration, connecting flight control, and security. Pro tip: check your next flight’s boarding gate right after immigration. We never saw it displayed again anywhere in the terminal.
The Free e-SIMs work—phew!
Took off at 9:30 AM, arrived in Guangzhou (Canton) at 11:20 AM in the rain. I love how Chongqing is translated as "Tchoung King" on the screens in the plane—very French!

During my first two trips to China, we paid for everything in cash, but this time, we’re going all-in on Alipay and WeChat. I still brought the leftover change from previous trips—it might come in handy. At the metro station, they showed us a QR code to buy tickets via WeChat. There were probably machines and even a ticket counter, but we didn’t see them, and buying via WeChat was pretty simple. 8 yuan to Changshu Lu, which is 22 stops. So far, so good. Then, we had to find the hotel, which wasn’t on Google Maps, Maps.me, or Amap... Easy 😎! We found it without too much hassle, though. Dropped off our stuff and went out to eat. 55 yuan for two claypots with fish/eel, rice, cabbage, and purple eggplant. When we left, it was pouring. We grabbed our umbrellas and set off to explore the neighborhood: Enning Road (we’ll come back later to check out a specific spot), Shangxiajiu (the pedestrian shopping street), Baohua Road... The area is pretty diverse—one street to the next, it’s like stepping into a different world.


There weren’t many people around, probably because of the rain. We grabbed a quick street food dinner and went to bed—we were exhausted. We struggled to stay awake until 11 PM to adjust to the time change as quickly as possible. There’s a 6-hour time difference.
Trip report: Our South Africa journey in July
Hi there,
We’re back from our 3-week trip to South Africa in July. It was a family trip with our four grown-up kids (ages 18 to 25).
First off, I’d like to thank everyone on this forum for their great tips—they really helped us plan this trip!
The trip: We spent 15 days between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, then a week around Kruger (including Blyde River Canyon). We found South Africans to be welcoming and always ready to help. We never felt unsafe (just followed basic safety rules). The police are very visible, especially on the roads.
Logistics: We’d booked our accommodations in advance but made a few changes on the spot based on how we felt at the time. We rented two vehicles from Firefly (Hertz). No complaints—recent cars, quick returns, and the deposit wasn’t charged. We’d gotten our international driver’s permits... which stayed in France! Luckily, no one asked for them. Driving on the left wasn’t an issue (it wasn’t our first time). The roads we took were in good, even great, condition. Only a few tracks to lodges or parks were rough and required extra caution. Lots of pedestrians on the sides of roads, even highways. And plenty of very slow trucks. But they pull over to let you pass. It’s also common for cars to cross into the opposite lane to overtake, even with white lines. We took two domestic flights: one early in the morning (Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth) and one in the late afternoon (Cape Town to Johannesburg) to save time.
We had some highlights and a few disappointments—all part of the journey! More details coming soon.

We’re back from our 3-week trip to South Africa in July. It was a family trip with our four grown-up kids (ages 18 to 25).
First off, I’d like to thank everyone on this forum for their great tips—they really helped us plan this trip!
The trip: We spent 15 days between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, then a week around Kruger (including Blyde River Canyon). We found South Africans to be welcoming and always ready to help. We never felt unsafe (just followed basic safety rules). The police are very visible, especially on the roads.
Logistics: We’d booked our accommodations in advance but made a few changes on the spot based on how we felt at the time. We rented two vehicles from Firefly (Hertz). No complaints—recent cars, quick returns, and the deposit wasn’t charged. We’d gotten our international driver’s permits... which stayed in France! Luckily, no one asked for them. Driving on the left wasn’t an issue (it wasn’t our first time). The roads we took were in good, even great, condition. Only a few tracks to lodges or parks were rough and required extra caution. Lots of pedestrians on the sides of roads, even highways. And plenty of very slow trucks. But they pull over to let you pass. It’s also common for cars to cross into the opposite lane to overtake, even with white lines. We took two domestic flights: one early in the morning (Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth) and one in the late afternoon (Cape Town to Johannesburg) to save time.
We had some highlights and a few disappointments—all part of the journey! More details coming soon.
