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Itinéraire sympa en vélo France ou Europe English translation pending
by Frankx · 2005-01-19 · 14 replies
Bonjour à tous !

Je cherche un itinéraire sympa à réaliser en France en 1 ou 2 semaines (ou pourquoi pas Europe) en vélo

Je pensais un peu Bretagne ou Massif Central...

Par contre j'aimerais éviter les axes trop fréquentés (surtout que ce serait en haute saison ) et préfère de loin les petites routes de traverses un peu oublié des camping car et autres mastodondes inodorants ...😠

D'autres part j'ai entendu parlé des voix vertes qui serait des sortes de pistes cyclables trans-région mais je n'en sais pas plus ...?

Alors si quelqu'un connait un itinéraire sympas, répondant à mes exigences 😇, je suis preneur ...

Merci pour vos conseils
Plongée sous-marine au Honduras? English translation pending
by Cléau · 2005-01-10 · 5 replies
allo!!! j'ai entendu parler de deux endroit super pour faire son cours de plonger au Honduras! Le problème c'est que je n'ai pas les noms exact des villes!! J'aimerais vraiment aller faire mon cours de plonger cette été dans l'Amérique central. Je vais au mexique et ensuite je dessens jusqu'au nicaragua! Si vous avez un endroit super. pas trop cher et quand même donné par des proffessionnel!! J'aimerais de vos nouvelles S.V.P!! Merci!
Hôtel à Manhattan dans New York English translation pending
by Martine3434 · 2004-07-16 · 12 replies
Bonjour,

Fin octobre je pars quelques jours à New York.

Avez-vous des adresses sympas à me communiquer ? en particulier le nom d'un hotel agréable dans Manhattan.

Merci
Hébergement (hôtel/camping) région Tunis en juillet English translation pending
by Hédon · 2004-06-07 · 2 replies
Bonjour aux connaisseurs de la Tunisie du nord qui prèfèrent les voyages non organisés.

je pars en famille et en voiture(kangoo)pendant un quinzaine de jour début juillet dans le nord de la Tunisie avec l'intention de visiter Tunis et ses grands environs(triangle Bizerte/cap bon/Hammamet/). Je recherche un hébergement assez central (me permettant des exursions d'une journée vers les sites à visiter en voiture). Je recherche donc un hotel ou camping (ombragé)le moins cher possible (rapport qualité/prix)de confort moyen, propre et calme et si possible permettant de par sa localisation de passer la journée sur place (proximité de la plage ou du centre ville) s'il n'y a pas d'exursion ce jour -là.

merci de vos conseils
Idées de circuits de 2 jours dans les Alpes English translation pending
by Dédé63 · 2004-05-02 · 3 replies
Salut !

Je souhaite partir en rando dans les Alpes pour 2 jours à la mi-juin.

Pourriez-vous me conseiller quelques itinéraires sympa ?

Si vous cherchez des itinéraires dans le massif central je pourrai vous filer des tuyaux.

Merci.
Suggestion d'hôtels à Playacar? English translation pending
by Alexander · 2004-03-28 · 1 reply
On veut aller à la Riviera Maya l'été prochain avec nos 2 ados de 13 et 15 ans. Avez-vous des suggestions d'hôtels dans le coin de Playacar et Playa del carmen.

On pense y rester 1 semaine et on voudrait être central pour profiter des meilleures activités de la Riviera Maya tout en profitant d'un beau site confortable et familial.

Le coin de Playa del Carmen semble pittoresque et assez central.

Vos suggestions et commentaires seraient appréciés.

Merci!
Retour de Prague en Répubique Tchèque English translation pending
by Janvier · 2004-03-25 · 3 replies
Salut 😉 Bonjour à tous! Je suis rentrée hier de Prague. Je vous livre donc mes impressions... Nous avons logé à l'hotel Kampa. Hotel 4 étoiles (je me serais bien contentée d'une auberge de jeunnesse. Mais bon...). L'hotel est très bien situé, central... à quelques mètres du pont Saint-Charles. Peut être (surement!) qu'une auberge de jeunnesse aurait été plus "vivante", dynamique!Ce que je trouve dommage, c'est qu'avec le français, on ne va nulle part. Si on n'a pas quelques notions d'anglaius, on est perdu!!! C'est fou! Même dans les restos, rares sont les menus en français. Tout est en tchèques, allemand et anglais. J'y suis allée hors saison et malgré ça, c'est plein de touristes: des petits vieux qui se croient tout permis, et des jeunes en voyage scolaire qui se foutent pas mal de ces visites! Je ne vous conseille pas de vous y rendre en pleine saison! C'est étrange mais il est très difficile, voire impossible, de trouver un snack pour manger un dago sur le chemin. La ville est pleine de resto à des prix très raisonnable. Le service y est, en général, assez expéditif. Je conseillerai de vous rendre à Prague avec un guide (un bouquin). La ville est un véritable musé à elle toute seule. Chaque maison a une histoire, une architecture particulière... Il est possible de tout faire à pied car tout est concentré et l'orientation y ets très aisée. Le Lonely Planet est très bien fait. Je ne connais pas le Routard! La ville est très belle. Le pont Saint Charles, le quartier juif, la place de la vieille ville, le chateau... Ce que je regrette, c'est de ne pas avoir vu un spectacle de marrionnette. Même si mon impression semble quelque peu négative, je me suis bien amusée à Prague. Ville magnifique mais ces 4 jours auront été fatiguants!!! Bon voyage à tous... Marie.
Delhi - hôtel bon rapport qualité/prix - max 60$CAN English translation pending
by Bico · 2003-09-23 · 2 replies
Bonjour,

Je dois me rendre à Delhi en novembre pour un séjour de 5 semaines en Inde du nord. J'arrive 2 jours avant mon groupe et j'aimerais vraiment un petit hôtel propre avec salle de bain, central. Y a-t-il parmi vous des gens qui pourraient me conseiller sur le choix de mon hôtel? Je voudrais payer au maximum 60$CAN la nuitée mais pour une perle je suis prêt à payer jusqu'à 80$CAN.

PS. Je ne suis pas vraiment au courant des prix des hôtels à Delhi.

Merci d'avance.
Terre-Neuve: hébergement et bons plans English translation pending
by Grandvoyage · 2003-05-04 · 2 replies
Je vais à Terre-Neuve à la fin de juin, début juillet. J'aimerais connaître les bons B&B ou chalets à louer dans la région du Parc du Gros Morne et dans la région Central. Nous y allons en avion de Montréal et nous louerons une auto. Est-ce qu'il y a des choses à voir absolument et dont on ne parle pas dans les guides touristiques.

Merci
Hotel recommendations in London?
by Loulou339 · 2026-03-20 · 2 replies
Hi there,

We’ll be staying in London for 3 nights in September.

Could you recommend a hotel near a tube station, at a good price, with fairly spacious rooms?

Thanks! 🌸
Which base(s) to choose in Cyprus?
by Envallis · 2026-03-04 · 3 replies
Hello

It’s decided—next summer, it’s Cyprus! A region we don’t know yet, with nature, culture, beach time, and diving the Zenobia 😎 We’re thinking of a 2-week trip.

After flipping through the LP guide, I’m still unsure about the best bases—I can’t quite picture the distances...

Option 1: Stay near Larnaca for 1 week and Paphos for the other. But from Larnaca, Cape Greco is doable. Wouldn’t it be better to stay near Cape Greco (Protaras?) instead? What about getting to Lefkara? Same from Paphos—easy to explore as far as Kourion.

Option 2: A single, more central base somewhere between Limassol and Larnaca.

Thanks for your tips and great deals 😉
Luggage lockers at Krung Thep Aphiwat Station, Bangkok
by Jaunesoleil · 2026-03-01 · 4 replies
Hi everyone, Are there any luggage lockers at Krung Thep Aphiwat Station in Bangkok?

Thanks in advance to those who can help me out, and happy travels! Jaunesoleil
Hotel recommendations in Agadir
by Premaria · 2026-02-21 · 6 replies
Hi fellow travelers, I’m looking for a nice hotel in Agadir, in a lively neighborhood, with a room that has a private bathroom, toilet, and AC (not essential). We’ll be staying for 2 or 3 nights before heading south. We land in the late afternoon—definitely not the best time to go hunting for a place to stay, especially since it’s our first trip to Morocco. Thanks for your tips!
What to see in the Algarve and homestay accommodations?
by Jofra · 2026-01-18 · 5 replies
Hello, I’d like to travel alone to the Algarve for about 10 days, as my husband sadly passed away. I’m thinking of going at the end of April or beginning of May 2026. I’ll fly into Faro, then rent a car and head toward the westernmost tip of the coast. Over 10 days, what are the best spots to see from Faro to the tip—hikes along the coastline or even exploring the countryside? For accommodations, can I also stay with locals? And which car rental company is the best? Thanks in advance for your help! Jo
The Baltic Capitals in September 2025
by Pepita65 · 2025-11-15 · 0 replies
Hi everyone,

First off, 12 days of great weather at the end of summer—my husband’s fleece jackets were totally unnecessary. We visited Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn in that order, and it was a great tip. Vilnius is peaceful, very colorful, the food is delicious, street art is everywhere, and strolling through the historic center is really enjoyable. We stayed there for 2 nights. A 4-hour Lux Express bus ride was perfect for getting to Riga, where we spent 3 days. The city is a mix of medieval, Gothic, and Baroque art, with Orthodox churches and synagogues in the old town, plus an Art Nouveau district featuring the Rosenthal House. The central market looks austere and huge, facing the colorful walls of the tourist center—it’s a real pleasure to wander the cobblestone streets and taste the local cuisine, with its Germanic and Uzbek influences. In Tallinn, the highlight of the trip, we found Art Nouveau again, colorful walls, and a fitting reminder of the past at the Museum of Occupations. There’s a hipster district, a trendy area, stunning originality, and an unexpected maritime museum in its design. The city is at the cutting edge of technology, and the youth are everywhere. The welcome was friendly everywhere, and we’ll keep great memories of it.
Need advice for a trip to Thailand with kids
by Mathniz · 2025-10-29 · 13 replies
Hi everyone,

We’re heading to Thailand with our four kids (ages 18, 17, 12, and 10) from August 3rd to 15th, 2026. I’ve been there twice before, but that was over 20 years ago, so I’m completely out of the loop !

We arrive in Bangkok on the morning of the 3rd and leave on the evening of the 15th.

Here’s our rough itinerary—I’d love your thoughts: 1 night in Bangkok on the 3rd (with a little sightseeing during the day), then the Grand Palace, reclining Buddha, and a floating market on the 4th. On the evening of the 4th, we take an overnight train to Chiang Mai. We’ll stay in Chiang Mai from the 5th to the 8th. On the evening of the 8th, we take an overnight train back to Bangkok. On the morning of the 9th, we head to Koh Samui. We’ll stay there from the 9th to the 12th, then return to Bangkok on the 13th. We’ll spend the afternoon of the 13th, the 14th, and the 15th in Bangkok before flying back to France 🙁.

So here are my questions: - Do you think this "itinerary is doable"? - Do you think it’s necessary to travel first class, or is second class with Air Co sufficient for the Bangkok to Chiang Mai trip? - Any recommendations for a great hotel with a pool, super central, so we can do most things on foot and visit the night market in Chiang Mai? - Any recommendations for a great hotel with a pool, super central, so we can do most things on foot and visit the night market in Bangkok? - Any recommendations for a great hotel with a pool, super central, so we can do most things on foot and visit the night market in Koh Samui?

For hotels, we’d like to spend a maximum of 200 € per night for the six of us.

Thanks in advance for your help! Mathilde
15 days in La Palma, a hidden gem with a thousand contrasts
by Aurore038 · 2025-10-08 · 13 replies
Hello,

First attempt at a travel journal for me and first post after 7 years away from this forum. 😮 I went to the island of La Palma for 15 days in September 2025. After visiting Lanzarote in February, I was looking for a different and greener island. Well, I wasn’t disappointed. 😎

We stayed in Breña Baja on the east coast of the island, 5 minutes from the airport. This choice was mainly motivated by the desire not to change accommodation during the stay and to be in a "central" location close to amenities. It worked out well, but if I were to do it again, I’d split the stay in two by getting another place in the north of the island to explore that area, which really appeals to me. Note that the island is "climatically divided in two": the west coast is sunnier and drier, while the east coast is often foggy or cloudy. It’s quite impressive when you come out of the LP-3 road tunnel connecting the two sides—you feel like you’ve changed regions even though it’s less than 3 km apart.

Flight options weren’t plentiful (no direct flights from France), so I went with Iberia, connecting in Madrid for 250 € round-trip per person excluding checked baggage (80 € round-trip for one 23 kg suitcase on this route). Make sure to buy the checked baggage at the same time as your flight, as it’ll cost about 15 € more if you add it later. I booked the tickets 5 months in advance directly on Iberia’s website. You could also take a low-cost airline to Tenerife or Gran Canaria and then a flight with a Canarian carrier, but in my opinion, that only makes sense if you’re visiting one of those islands first, as the connection isn’t "guaranteed." The ferry is an option from Tenerife (about 2.5 hours crossing).

Our departure from Lyon was initially scheduled for 6 AM but took off at 9 AM so the crew could rest after the late arrival of the previous flight. This let us grab breakfast on the airline’s dime—thanks, EU Regulation (EC) No 261/2004. 😉 Iberia took a week to reimburse me after I submitted my passport, receipts, and bank details via their online claim form.

Our small but spacious CRJ-1000 Air Nostrum Bye-bye, Bugey nuclear plant And hello, Madrid—or rather, its very dry region. Our layover was initially 4 hours but shrank to 1 hour due to the previous flight’s delay. That worked out for us because Terminal 4 at Barajas is way less comfortable for resting than Lyon’s T1.

Landing with a view of Playa de la Cangrejera and del Pozo. When I say the east coast is often cloudy... 😇 First sight of "plátano" plantations. Banana farming makes up 50% of the island’s GDP!

More to come soon. [;]
Meals on the Bangkok-Chiang Mai overnight train?
by LBfamily · 2025-09-07 · 2 replies
Hi there,

I’d love to know if any of you have recently eaten on the overnight train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai.

We’ve always ordered food on the train, and it was really good (and super convenient). But in 2022, we ended up feeling like total idiots (with our 4-year-old daughter...) when we boarded the train only to find out that this service was no longer available... (It was the first time we’d traveled right after COVID.)

That’s also when we saw once again how kind Thai people are—they all offered to share their food with us, even though we were mortified. In the end, we managed to buy some instant noodles, which was better than nothing. Anyway, that’s the little story behind it.

In the following years, we’ve always brought our own meals.

I’ve read online that meal trays are back in service (could you confirm this, please?), but that the quality is really poor. I’ve also seen multiple reports that, even though you can eat well everywhere in Thailand, the train meal was the worst food travelers had during their trip...

Could you give me a recent opinion on this? We’ll be departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Station—do you know if there’s anywhere to buy a meal there before boarding the train?

Thanks so much for your help, and have a great Sunday!
Cape Verde fully independent with kids and a tight budget – possible or not?
by Miawu · 2025-07-02 · 1 reply
Hi there,

I’m considering Cape Verde for an upcoming trip, but I’m wondering if it’s really doable, and if so, which areas would work. We prefer traveling on our own without going through agencies, and without a car to keep costs down. However, since we’re traveling with a baby and a young child, we don’t want to rely on the "usual tricks" like sleeping in a tent, hitchhiking, or walking for kilometers on end. Our walking limit is probably around 4 km max with the little one. Are there enough interesting spots where we can easily see and do things from a central point, walking no more than 4 km? Places with frequent buses to reach activities or sights?

Thanks
Advice on neighborhood / hotel for last night in Bangkok before flying back to France
by ChristelleR · 2025-06-20 · 13 replies
Hi everyone,

My husband and I are heading to Thailand with our two boys on July 8th. We’ll be moving around: Bangkok (3 nights), Ayutthaya (1 night), Chiang Mai (4 nights), Koh Samui (4 nights), and Koh Phangan (3 nights). We have a flight from Koh Samui to Bangkok in the afternoon the day before our return to France, arriving around 5 PM in Bangkok (it’ll be a Friday). I’m still wondering where to stay in Bangkok for this last night in Thailand. Initially, I thought about booking a hotel near the international airport, but I figured there might not be much to do there... maybe we’ll want one last crowd-filled night at a food market? So, I considered booking a hotel near the metro instead, for easy access to the airport the next morning, while still being central enough to go out for our last evening before heading back to France.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on this :-) And if you lean toward the second option, which neighborhood/hotel would you recommend?

Thanks in advance for your help! Have a great evening :-)

Christelle
Is stopping in Baguio a good idea? Philippines
by Himalaya2 · 2025-05-10 · 5 replies
Hi there. To break up the trip from Capas to Banaue, we're planning to stop in Baguio for 2 nights. Good or bad idea? If it's a good one, which neighborhood should we look for accommodation in? Thanks
Accommodation for 4 days in Santiago (Chile)
by Zetwal60 · 2025-02-21 · 19 replies
Hello, On our way back from Punta Arenas, we’ll be staying in Santiago for 4 days before heading home. Could you recommend any places to stay and neighborhoods in Santiago that are budget-friendly, please? We’d also like to visit Valparaíso despite some safety concerns. Is it better to hire a guide or book a organized tour from Santiago? Or can we plan it independently? Can this be done in a day? Thanks, Odile
Cheap hotel in New Delhi
by Joycegwada · 2025-02-19 · 10 replies
My friend and I are arriving in New Delhi on March 4th at 12:05 AM. Could anyone recommend a decent and affordable hotel? Is 20 € the going rate? Thanks!
Looking for the name of a famous restaurant in Vienna
by Merterd · 2025-02-15 · 2 replies
After more than 11 years, I’ll be returning to Vienna soon. I remember from my last visit a beautiful restaurant with columns and stunning vaulted ceilings near the "Am Hof" square, but unfortunately, I’ve forgotten its name. Does anyone have any idea which restaurant I’m talking about?
Train between Osaka and Odawara
by Arwena · 2025-02-13 · 7 replies
Hi everyone,

I’m so happy to be posting on this forum again. I’m planning my trip and I’m trying to figure out the train route from Osaka to Odawara. I’ve found direct trains, but I can’t find a direct site for the specific train line (not sure if I’m making sense?!)

Because what I’ve found seems to be a “third-party” site. I can’t seem to find the official site for the specific line. If anyone can shed some light on this, I’d really appreciate it—thanks in advance!

Best,
Bali or Mauritius in September?
by Plongeurchti · 2025-02-07 · 2 replies
Hi everyone, I’m happy to be back on the forum, and to be honest, I’ve missed being able to share with this amazing community 😛

I’m starting to plan a trip for September 2025 with my wife. I’d love to discover Mauritius, and I’ve begun reading the forum posts.

Can you tell me if September is a good time to visit Mauritius?

I’ll admit we’re still hesitating—our ideas are Mauritius or Bali.

We’re in our sixties, not high-level athletes, but we travel quite a bit. We don’t like changing hotels every day; instead, we prefer to explore around a central base. If we need to move to better enjoy the trip, no more than twice, I think.

So, I’m looking for a good compromise for accommodation. I’m also looking for a guide to get an idea of pricing and options, but most of all, I’d love to hear from people who’ve already stayed there during this period and get tips on finding places to stay.

Thanks for your help—I’ll now go read the various posts about Mauritius 😉
Bali in September – is it a good time?
by Plongeurchti · 2025-02-05 · 1 reply
Hi everyone, I’m happy to be back on the forum, and to be honest, I’ve missed being able to share with this amazing community 😛

I’m starting to plan a trip for September 2025 with my wife. I’d love to visit Bali, and I’ve been reading the forum posts.

Can you tell me if September is a good time to visit Bali?

We’re in our sixties, not exactly high-level athletes, but we do travel quite a bit. We don’t like changing hotels every day—we prefer to stay in one central spot and explore the area around it. If we need to move to make the most of it, I think twice max would be fine.

I’m going to contact a French-speaking guide (I read about it on the forum) to get an idea of pricing and options, but I’d really love to hear from people who’ve already stayed there during this period and get some tips on finding accommodations.

Thanks for your help—I’ll keep reading the Bali posts now 😉
What to see and do in Qawra with teenagers?
by Gwada057 · 2025-02-01 · 7 replies
Hi, We’re traveling as a family to Qawra at the end of February, from Sunday the 16th to Wednesday the 19th of August. I’ve got a few questions about the area—what there is to do during the day and in the evening. There are two adults and three teens aged 12 to 16 in our group. I know the trip is short, but it’s an opportunity we got. If any forum members are familiar with the island, I’m all ears 😉 . Also, I’m planning to rent a car—good or bad idea? Thanks in advance, and looking forward to your replies.
A Trip to Australia: New South Wales
by Jlcro · 2025-01-09 · 34 replies
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 Flight Cairns – Sydney Okay, let’s recap. We’ve traveled through Western Australia, the Northern Territory, Queensland, and tonight we’ll be in New South Wales. We’ll even lose an extra hour—and a bunch of degrees! We’re on a flawless journey so far. One of our suitcases is almost two kilos overweight. The guy checking us in gives us a nice smile and decides to overlook the excess baggage fee.

A flight, for once, without a hitch, no delay (just half an hour…). Taxi… We discover our… room… We’ve got a suite like never before on this trip. It’s a posh apartment on the 7th floor—on cloud nine, really! We can’t believe it. 113.26 € per night! The Meriton Suites Mascot Central if you ever find yourself in this city… We even have a washing machine (and it works!). Such a change from the cabins in the west!



We don’t linger, though. We take the metro. Why? Well, yeah, we’re still kids at heart—off to the Opera House, of course!









Restaurant prices have doubled. Even tripled. We reluctantly settle for a pizzeria because that T-bone for 155 AUD (100 €)…

We know how to handle ourselves. There’s a Woolworths right downstairs. And we’ve got a kitchen, remember! And a terrace! We even have huge bats to brighten up our skies!
One-month Japan itinerary plan
by Papyphil54 · 2025-01-08 · 1 reply
Hi everyone, and thanks to all the contributors on this Japan forum who’ll help me prepare an upcoming trip with my wife in October–November this year. We’ve already been to Japan before, back in 2013 for 15 days in August, visiting the major tourist hubs: Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, and Ogimachi. This time, we’re taking more time—about a month—with the following points of interest: Start of the trip with a few days in Tokyo Osaka International Exposition on October 11–12, 2025 Jidai Matsuri Festival in KYOTO on October 22, 2025 Karatsu Kunchi Festival from November 2–4 Our goal is to blend into the crowd and make connections in festive atmospheres. Do these stops sound interesting to you? Is it a good idea to stay in a central location between October 10 and 23 to get to the Osaka Expo and the Jidai Matsuri Festival in Kyoto using public transport, and to explore the region in between? Between Kyoto and the KARATSU Festival from October 23 to November 1, we’re thinking of traveling by shinkansen with a stopover for a few days to visit Hiroshima and the surrounding area. Looking forward to your thoughts if you have time—this is just a first draft, and we’d love to dive into more details.

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