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Hi everyone,

So happy to discover by chance that VoyageForum is back! We’re leaving in a few days for Thailand with our two kids, aged 12 and 15. We’re considering stopping by Khao Sok but don’t want to do a typical 2D/1N or 3D/2N excursion with an overnight stay on the lake—it’s way out of our budget 🤪. Still, the place seems worth the detour. We’ve planned to spend 2 nights there (arriving in the late afternoon on the first day) and I’d love to do a full-day private boat tour on the lake and a hike (half-day or full-day). Do you think it’s doable to book on the spot if we arrive a bit late on the first day? Or is it better to book in advance? None of the websites for booking these services inspire confidence—I get the feeling it’s a real lottery afterward for getting an interesting and friendly guide. But I’m worried it’ll be the same on-site since everything seems so standardized. Do you have any firsthand experience? Maybe even a Facebook contact or something for a guide? Are the prices still really that expensive if we don’t stay overnight on the lake? I’ll admit I’m not sure if we should even stop there anymore...

Thanks in advance!

Marmite

Hi there,

My wife, our 3-year-old son, and I are planning a trip along Australia’s East Coast, leaving in early October and returning in mid-November. The plan is to do a 4-week road trip in a campervan, then settle down for about ten days.

The question I’m asking myself is: which way should we go? From Sydney to Cairns or the other way around? Despite all the documentation I’ve read, I’m still struggling to decide the best direction based on the climate at that time and swimming conditions.

Up north, the weather will be warmer, and the water too, unlike the south. However, in the north, there are swimming restrictions, especially because of jellyfish, whereas in the south, there seems to be less danger (apart from sharks, maybe). Are there many protected beaches in the north where we can swim safely? Also, I should consider that in the south, the Great Barrier Reef no longer protects the beaches, so I imagine there are fewer calm spots for swimming?

I’d love any tips or advice you can share, and thanks in advance!

A dad keen to make this trip a success

Hello, As always when you're impulsive, you do things first and ask questions later 😇

I booked a round-trip to NYC (Newark) from 10/17 to 11/01, 2025 at a good price. Now I need to figure out what to do 😎

The initial idea was to go to Nashville. Why? I don’t really know. For info, we’ve already been to NYC and Washington D.C.

That said, I opened an Excel sheet and put this together:

D1: Arrival at Newark around 9 PM. Pick up car and overnight near the airport D2/3: Philadelphia D4: Lancaster (Amish Village) then drive to Shenandoah NP. Overnight in the northern part of the park (Front Royal?) D5: Scenic road - Overnight in Charlottesville D6: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Troutville D7: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Boone D8: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Asheville D9: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Gatlinburg D10: Smoky Mountains - Overnight in Gatlinburg

That’s where things get tricky.

If I add 2 nights in Nashville, it really tightens up the end of the trip in terms of mileage.

I thought about doing:

D11/12: Nashville D13: Mammoth Cave > Lexington D14: Fayetteville D15: X D16: Drive back to Newark.

But honestly, I’m not happy with the end.

So I thought about adding Gettysburg by adjusting things and shortening D4, which I felt was too packed: D1: Arrival at Newark around 9 PM. Pick up car and overnight near the airport D2/3: Philadelphia D4: Lancaster (Amish Village) - Overnight in York D5: Gettysburg - Overnight in Front Royal D6: Shenandoah NP Scenic Road - Overnight in Charlottesville D7: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Troutville D8: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Boone D9: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Asheville D10: Blue Ridge Parkway - Overnight in Gatlinburg D11: Smoky Mountains - Overnight in Gatlinburg

This leaves me with 5 days to get back to NYC. Maybe via the coast?

What do you think?

Hey there, it's me again—back with my usual travel journal share for our loved ones, from our 15-day trip in October 2019.



"Ah, here it is at last—that sweet scent of elsewhere so dear to Cricri and Lulu’s noses, that mix of apprehension and desire when facing the unknown.

We’re really diving into the unknown this time, taking you to the island of SAO TOMÉ... also known as the island: *‘Wait, what did you say?’* 😄. Because apparently, no one’s heard of Sao Tomé—except our Portuguese friends.

It’s an archipelago of three islands smack in the middle of the world, right on the equator, off the coast of Gabon.



No, these aren’t the sun-soaked, Polynesian lagoon islands. Here, *‘it rains, it pours...’* pretty much all the time, it seems.

There’s not much to *‘see’* in the traditional tourist sense—EXCEPT for stunning landscapes, lush vegetation, a few beaches with golden or black sand, colonial buildings still in their original state, a single main road, and plenty of *‘tracks’* that are more or less drivable. All this surrounded by an African population that speaks Portuguese and is known for its warm welcome.

Well, that should be enough for our happiness—and hopefully yours too! 😊



Ready for landing?

Hi everyone, In a month, I’ll be on the *Renaissance* with Compagnie Française de Croisières. I’d just love to hear your thoughts on this ship—what you liked, what you liked less, etc. Thanks to all of you! Have a great day

Hi there,

A group of 11 of us will be spending a week in Marrakech in May. I’d love your thoughts and advice on these excursions I’ve shortlisted—or any others I might not have considered:

- Visiting Marrakech: with or without a guide? Is one day enough for the main sights? - Essaouira: Is a day trip a good option? Is the journey scenic? - Ouzoud Waterfalls: Is the place worth the trip? - Agafay Desert: Any recommendations to avoid the tourist crowds? - Imlil Valley and Mount Toubkal: A worthwhile detour?

Of course, I don’t plan to do everything in one week, but your input will help me decide... Thanks in advance! !

Hi there,

I have a fitted van with 4 sleeping spots, a mini kitchen, and a fridge.

I’m looking for a travel partner for a 3- to 5-day van-life trip to start with—just to see if the vibe is good before planning a longer journey.

I’d like to travel abroad later, but that’ll be for other projects!

Please introduce yourself.

I’m based in the south of France!

Abdel

Hi there,

I’m looking for that hidden gem in the Philippines for a month-long trip as a couple with our 4½-year-old in January 2026. We’ll be flying into Manila from Bangkok after spending a month traveling around northern Thailand.

Our criteria: - Good weather, obviously. From what I’ve gathered, it can still be pretty variable depending on the area at that time of year. - Not too far from Manila (max 4–5 days of travel, since we won’t be taking any internal flights). - Not too crowded, authentic vibes, beautiful beaches, and great snorkeling/diving spots.

I get the feeling we might find it quieter in terms of crowds than in Thailand—am I wrong?

Thanks for your help! !

Hello, We’re planning (two people in their early sixties!) a trip to Cappadocia next April for 9 days on site, and I need your help.

We land in Ankara. We’re planning 1 day in the capital, then taking a bus to Göreme. I’ve read that Göreme is very touristy and that it’s better to stay in Urgup (or elsewhere). What do you think?

From there, I’m not really sure how to organize our sightseeing "circuit" to avoid too much back-and-forth and keep it coherent… and that’s where I could use your help! We enjoy nature but also cities, a bit of hiking, and discovering unusual spots. Is it necessary to rent a car for more flexibility, or are public transport options doable without losing too much time?

Final question: Is 6 or 7 days in Cappadocia too long? If so, what would you recommend nearby without spending hours on a bus? We prefer seeing less but better, and without rushing too much. Thanks so much, and if you have any great budget-friendly tips, don’t hesitate!! Thanks.

As planned every year for quite some time now, here we are in Italy on the Ligurian Coast to spend a few days and celebrate New Year's 2024/2025.

Our base is in the charming town of Rapallo, between Genoa and La Spezia. We're right on the coast, with our hotel offering a sea view and access to the beach.

Not far from Rapallo, you can find, besides the Cinque Terre, Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure, Chiavari, and others like Carrara and even Pisa. In short, there's plenty to do.

Five days there with so-so weather, and crowds but nothing overwhelming.

For the trip between home and our base, we're using an electric vehicle. It's manageable without any issues. The hotel has outlets, and otherwise, there are charging points all over Italy. And just to note, Tesla chargers are the best in terms of cost and charging speed.

There you have it.

Once we arrived on Sunday, December 29th, it was time to go for a walk, book a restaurant for Monday evening, and finalize the itinerary.

On Monday the 30th, we were lucky enough to see a beautiful sunrise from our window.











And the town of Rapallo in the early morning!

Hi there!

In August, I’m planning a flight with a layover between Las Vegas and Pointe-à-Pitre. Departure from Las Vegas at 11:50 PM – Arrival in Miami at 7:50 AM Layover from 7:50 AM to 9:55 AM Departure from Miami at 9:55 AM, arrival in PTP at 1:10 PM

I’m a bit stressed about the 2h05 layover. What do you think? Is that enough time?

Thanks for your replies! Marc

Hi, I have a question about Flying Blue Gold and Platinum status. From what I understand, once you reach Platinum status, if you don’t earn another 300 XP within a year, the XP counter resets to 0, and you stay at Gold the following year. But after that, you drop to the lower level if you don’t reach 180 XP. So, wouldn’t it make more sense to stay Gold, with, say, 290 XP, where the counter drops to 110 XP, meaning you’d only need 70 XP to maintain Gold?

Hi, Any suggestions for a traditional Austrian restaurant in Vienna (Austria)? Thanks in advance, Jc

Hi,

Currently, it's possible to travel for 180 days in Mexico without a visa (just with a valid passport for French nationals). Could you please tell me, when a traveler leaves Mexico after staying for 180 days, how long they need to wait before re-entering by air? Thanks so much for your feedback. liza

Hi there,

The question’s in the title—should I buy a map locally or bring a detailed one from France? If so, which one?

Thanks! 😉

Hi everyone,

For my round-trip flights between Milan and Tashkent, I have several airline options, with Turkish Airlines being the most familiar and offering plenty of combinations. But I’m also being offered an outbound flight with a layover in Baku via Azerbaijan Airlines and a direct return (7.5 hours without stretching my long legs 😱) with Uzbekistan Airways. I’m not a fan of flying at all (I feel uneasy when I’m not on solid ground, but it’s a necessary evil when you’re short on time). However, I’m tempted by the idea of trying these two airlines and getting a glimpse of Baku Airport.

Do you have any advice that could tip the scales toward curiosity or fear?

Catherine

Hello everyone, what a pleasure to be back on this forum!

My partner and I are heading to Japan for the first time from mid-December to mid-January for 31 days. It’s a long-held dream we’ve been saving for over two years, and we want to enjoy ourselves while also being mindful of our budget for parts of the trip. We’d love to explore Tokyo, but we’ve chosen to spend more time in nature. My partner plans to get his driver’s license translated locally so we can rent a car. We’ve heard from friends who’ve been that Japan isn’t the best place for improvisation, so we’ve tried to allow plenty of time in each location to avoid rushing. Still, I’d love to hear your thoughts on the itinerary we’ve planned—whether it’s feasible in terms of travel and how interesting it seems. Given the recent increase in the JR Pass price and the fact that we’ll spend about ten days on Goto, Ojika, and Yakushima (where the JR Pass doesn’t cover travel), we don’t think it’s worth it for us. Instead, we’re planning to take the train from Tokyo to Fukuoka and then use buses and ferries for the rest of Kyushu. Here’s our itinerary:

1- December 13 / Arrival in Tokyo, one night in Tokyo, then departure for Fukuoka by train on the morning of the 14th.

2 - December 14-16 / 2 nights in Fukuoka, sightseeing, then departure on the evening/night of the 16th by ferry to Ojika Islands.

3 - December 17-21 / 4 nights on Ojika, cycling and exploring, then departure on the 21st by ferry to Fukue on the Goto Islands.

4 - December 21-24 / 3 nights on the Goto Islands, renting a car to explore, maybe a trip to Hisaka. Departure for Nagasaki by ferry on the morning of the 24th.

5- December 24-26 / 2 nights in Nagasaki, visiting the city and memorials, possibly the hot springs in Unzen. Departure on the evening of the 26th by bus or ferry (?) to Kumamoto.

6- December 26-29 / 3 nights in Kumamoto, sightseeing, day trip by car to Mount Aso and surrounding areas. Departure on the 29th in the late afternoon by bus to Kagoshima, overnight in Kagoshima.

7- December 30 to January 2 / Morning departure by ferry to Yakushima for 3 nights, hiking and exploring the island. Departure on January 2 on the only ferry (?) in the early afternoon back to Kagoshima.

8- January 2 to 5 / Uncertain leg... We’d like to spend the night of the 4th to the 5th at a ryokan in Kurokawa Onsen and then head back to Fukuoka and Tokyo by train on the 5th. From the 2nd to the 4th, since we’ll arrive in Kagoshima in the late afternoon, we thought we could head back up to Kumamoto by train or bus—going to Yufuin or Beppu would take much longer and leave us with very little time. But is it worth staying another 2 nights in Kumamoto to explore the area, given we’ll already be there for 3 days from December 26-29? Or should we stay in Kagoshima and head up to Kurokawa Onsen on the afternoon of the 4th for our overnight stay?

9- January 5 to 13, Tokyo and its endless things to do and see, then back to France!

If you have any advice on any of these stops, we’d love to hear it! Have a wonderful day.

Hello,

Who among us hasn’t dreamed of having a ticket to Tahiti, Bora Bora, or the Marquesas in their pocket—preferably a one-way ticket to “paradise”?

Idyllic landscape of a dream island, but difficult to access: the Bay of Virgins in Fatu Hiva, Marquesas Islands

Among the values conveyed by literature, tourism, and advertising is the quest for “elsewhere,” for a change of scenery, in the truest sense of the word—that is, the need to leave one’s country. This need for otherness, for difference, is projected onto dreamlike, idealized, even mythicized places. In our imaginary world, the island is often that place.

Yet we forget that islands have also been ideal prisons. The examples are numerous: Elba and Saint Helena, Alcatraz and Poulo Condor, If and Yeu, the Devil’s Islands and Leros. The latter, located in Greece in the Dodecanese, hosted a sinister forced labor camp during the colonels’ dictatorship as well as a psychiatric hospital. Despite the beauty of its bay, tourism has remained marginal there due to its bad reputation, unlike the neighboring island of Patmos.

I’d like to share a selection of about a dozen islands from across the world’s seas and oceans. For dreaming...

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SANTORINI



July 27, 1967

At dawn, the ferry from Agios Nikolaos (Crete) enters the immense caldera of Santorini. From the ship’s deck, Rainer, my travel companion, and I are left in awe by the sight of these towering, multicolored cliffs looming over us. We disembark and begin the steep climb on foot via the winding mule path up to the village of Fira, the capital perched above the cliff. Though it’s still very early, we head to the youth hostel. There wasn’t a soul in the alleys that morning—or rather, there were only cats! I have a fond memory of that encounter with Santorini: a sensory shock, a breathtaking volcanic site, a harmony of blue, ochre-red, and white. A welcoming island, as it was traditional to welcome the xénou, an island that hadn’t yet fully recovered from the terrible 1956 earthquake, a Cycladic architectural marvel where local life was still preserved.

It’s easy to see why, in antiquity, the island was named Kallisté (καλλίστη), “the most beautiful,” as it’s nearly impossible to resist gazing at this landscape shaped by tectonic forces. Indeed, a massive volcanic cataclysm—the Minoan eruption—shaped this scenery in the 17th century BCE, creating a caldera that was quickly filled by the sea. The enormous tsunamis that followed reached Crete, leading to the disappearance of the Minoan civilization.

A cliffside path along the caldera leads us to the peaceful village of Oia, at the northern tip of the island. Blue-domed churches and flower-filled villages with whitewashed houses line the way. This walk is a continuous marvel, offering splendid views of the caldera and the neighboring islands formed by the breakup of the ancient volcano (Thirissa, Nea Kameni). Oia is a large, picturesque village, like Fira perched on the cliff’s edge, which was severely damaged by the 1956 earthquake, and its scars are still visible. Its cave-like houses with vaulted roofs haven’t yet been turned into luxury hotels or shops. Absolute tranquility reigns here.

Oia in 1967—a peaceful village overlooking the caldera. But where are the pools and trendy bars?

A lush countryside covered in olive trees and vineyards welcomes us for a pleasant hike, interrupted by the kindness of a friendly islander who gives us a lift in his truck for a few kilometers. He’s off to harvest his tomatoes, which he grows at the foot of Pyrgos Hill. The delicious little cherry tomato of Santorini earned an EU Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) in 2013. We climb up to the village of Pyrgos, perched on a hill and dominated by the elegant bell tower of its church. Finally, we reach the black sand beach of Kamari on the island’s eastern coast to enjoy a swim.

{...} To be continued





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RAIVAVAE (French Polynesia)



November 15, 2007

Éléonore from Pension Tama welcomes us with traditional flower leis, as if she’d been waiting for old friends she hadn’t seen in ages. The small airport terminal is lively, the atmosphere warm—people hugging, rejoicing in reunions, all under kilos of flowers. Then, just as quickly, the place empties until the next flight... in a few days.



In the Austral Islands, a ninety-minute flight from Tahiti, Raivavae is a world away from the frenetic pace of Papeete or the tourist crowds of the Leeward Islands. The true paradise of the South Seas can still be savored here—it’s a bit like Bora Bora half a century ago. Our first feeling upon arriving on this island is wonder, with smiles that could melt even the gloomiest among us, landscapes so stunning they take your breath away, and above all, a sense of disorientation and fulfillment. Picture a mountainous island, about ten kilometers by three and a half, encircled by a coral reef and wild motu, cradling a lagoon with shades of blue that would make Bora Bora green with envy.

The roughly one thousand inhabitants of Raivavae are spread across four villages around the island. Children are everywhere, as is typical in Polynesia, and they greet you with open, genuine smiles. Here, ancestral values have survived progress. The predominantly Protestant population is very devout, as evidenced by the several temples built across the island. Religious fervor sets the rhythm of daily life. Sundays are reserved for worship and Sunday school (catechism). Work is forbidden on that day, and tourist activities are suspended. These rules are strict and respected.

Hat contest for the worship celebration

Yet a sense of resignation is ever-present. The people of Raivavae know they are—and will remain—isolated. Despite the construction of an airstrip in 2004 and a few weekly flights to Tahiti and its nearest neighbor, Tubuai (200 km away), the island remains on the fringes of the world. One painful aspect is the separation of children from their parents when they leave for middle school in Tubuai starting in fifth grade. Television brings daily images of a world the islanders will likely never know, but one they often aspire to.

We are privileged. We have the pristine white-sand beaches of the motu and some of the most beautiful bays in Polynesia all to ourselves. The jewel in the crown, the island’s emblematic spot, is the “motu-pool,” about twenty minutes by boat. A natural, exquisite basin with crystal-clear water, gradients of blue, and white sand. And best of all, there’s almost no one there. In fact, lounging on the beach is frowned upon, especially for young women. Religion looks very unfavorably on sunbathing and lazing around. And yet, everything here leans toward that philosophy of life.



The "motu-pool"

{...} To be continued

Hello,

My wife and I are looking to move to another country.

Please share your experiences and give us some advice!

See you soon

Thanks for sharing your experiences and tips for a trip to Corsica in May-June 2025. Best regards,

Bonjour,

sauf nouvelles restrictions, nous devrions partir en famille dans le sud de l'Italie, du 18 au 30 octobre. A l'origine, on cherchait à aller dans les Pouilles, de peur que la côte amalfitaine soit trop touristique. Mais finalement, nous n'avons pas trouvé de vol intéressant pour Bari ou Brindisi, et le Covid a sans doute également rebattu les cartes en termes de fréquentation sur les lieux très touristiques. Nous nous poserons à Naples le 18 au soir et partirons le 30 au matin. Nous sommes 2 adultes et 2 enfants de 9 et 5 ans.

Nous sommes un peu perdus au niveau de l'itinéraire à faire, tant il y a à voir et à faire! On fait le choix de ne pas visiter Naples. Bien que cela puisse plaire aux parents, on se dit que les enfants n'y trouveront pas leur compte, et qu'on trouvera d'autres villes de taille plus humaine.

Si nous avions 3 semaines, ce qui n'est pas le cas, voici ce qu'on a retenu comme lieux possibles où loger 1,2 ou 3 nuits, mais il faudra faire des choix:

-Ischia et Procida (par exemple 2 nuits à Ischia, et peut-être stop d'une demi journée à Procida sur le trajet ferry en provenance de Naples)

-Le Vesuve et Pompéi (si on le fait, visite guidée pour les enfants, sinon on les connait, il vont en avoir marre 😏). A l'origine on n'avait pas vraiment mis ces 2 endroits dans notre itinéraire, de peur que ce soit trop "disneyland". Mais on se pose tout de même la question...

-La côte Amalfitaine, en tout cas de Positano a Salerno

- Matera (on y tient, 2 nuits par exemple)

- Les Pouilles "nord" de Polignano a mare à Ostuni (3 nuits par exemple)

- Les Pouilles "sud" autour de Lecce et Otranto (3 nuits par exemple)

Pour un premier voyage en italie, avec des enfants qui ne veulent pas non plus passer leur vie en voiture, quelles seraient selon vous les endroits immanquables?

Je sais que ma question est pour l'instant vague, mais j'espère qu'au fil des échanges, cela me permettra d'affiner, de savoir à quoi m'attendre, mais également de savoir moi-même ce que j'attends de ce voyage!

bonjour, j'ai une petite question pour mon road trip de l'année prochaine. nous partons 3 mois de sept à nov. début du trip Detroit où j'ai ma famille puis ensuite direction l'ouest. mais lorsque je vais sur bing carte je ne peux rentrer que 26 villes . avez vous un autre procédé pour rajouter d'autres points ? MERCI BEAUCOUP .

Hi there,

I’d like to go hiking and bivouacking. I’m looking for an association or group in Paris/Île-de-France that organizes regular outings. Any recommendations for organizations with a friendly, active vibe? Have a great day! Latifa

Je m'apprête enfin à partir en vacances à l'île de beauté. J'arrive à Porto Vecchio en Ferry depuis Marseille et je compte visiter la corse du sud après quelques nuits passées à Porto. Au moment où je regarde les locations de voitures, je trouve que la restitution se fait uniquement à l'aeroport de Figari. Est-ce que quelqu'un pourrait me renseigner s'il y a d'autres agences de location dans Porto elle-même? ou si vous avez d'autres tuyaux je suis preneuse; location entre particuliers, d'autres agences etc...

merci d'avance

Imane

bonjour a tous,

Nous partons en Crête pour 15 jours.

Nous souhaitions louer la voiture par internet comme nous l avons déjà fait pour d autres destinations. Cependant, nous avons quelques craintes.

Il n y a pas de super commentaires sur les prestataires, en l occurrence deux où nous avons trouvé le véhicule qui nous conviendrait: Caldeira et Sk Rent.

De plus, de nombreux prestataires demandent des cartes de crédit, hors nous avons des cartes de débit. Nous avons un peu peur de la mauvaise surprise sur la note si nous réservons avec ces cartes malgré cette indication.

Auriez vous des conseils svp sur de bons prestataires ou sur les deux sites qui sont peut être très bien, ainsi que pour les cartes débit/crédit ?

Merci par avance :)

Bonjour à tous,

J'ai été acceptée sur 2 projets de volontariat européen d'une durée de 2 mois, l'un en Roumanie à Craiova et l'autre dans la capitale macédonienne.

J'ai déjà été en Roumanie pendant 1 mois il y a 2 ans et demi et j'avais vraiment adoré. J'avais aussi eu l'opportunité de visiter pas mal d'endroits (Târgu Mures, Sighisoara, Brasov, Cluj-Napoca).

Selon vous, quelle serait la meilleure destination en termes: -d'endroits à visiter dans les alentours. Comme j'y serai pour 2 mois, j'aimerais en profiter pour visiter pendant les weekends. Skopje n'a pas l'air d'être une ville très intéressante à visiter alors que Craiova a déjà l'air un peu plus jolie. -de la richesse de la culture et la population. -de coût de la vie.

Bonjour la populasse ! Je compte faire un voyage à pieds en partance de Savoie jusqu'en Allemagne du Nord dans la petite ville de Cremlingen, J'aimerais savoir si vous auriez des renseignements sur le type de matériel ainsi que certains sentiers de randonné pour réaliser ce voyage. J'ai regarder sur maps mais le trajet qu'il me propose me fait passer par des routes départementales et nationales ce que j'aimerais beaucoup éviter ^^ merci beaucoup des vos infos à venir et bonne route à tous ! 🙏

Bonjour tout le monde !

Les vacances ont pris un virage particulier cette année. Grâce ou à cause d'un virus qui fait peur à beaucoup. Justifié ou pas. Il a donc fallu changer les plans. Pas de séjour au Moyen-orient, vu que les aéroports sont fermés et donc, après moultes réflexions, et au vu des pays assez sûrs pour nous laisser la possibilité de ne pas trop souffrir du port du masque, nous avons choisi le Nord de l'Italie.

Au Sud des Dolomites plus précisément. Avec un arrêt à l'aller sur Varazze et la côte Ligure. Et au retour un arrêt sur Arenzzano. Que je vais d'ailleurs rayer de mes fichiers. Très mauvaise expérience cette dernière ville.

Bref et en détail, le suivi du carnet sera le suivant :

Sud de la France vers Montpellier, Varazze (Hotel 2 nuits), Pescheria del Garde, en courant d'air, Trente (Hotel 10 nuits), Molveno/Andolo et les lacs, Le Lac de Garde, Venise (en train), Bolzano (en train), Verone (en train), Merano, San Candido, Levico Terme et les Lacs, Aranzzano, Retour France.

En résumé que dire ?

La côte reste la côte. avec ses qualités et ses défauts. Mais c'est l'Italie que l'on aime. Ses bains privés, ses morceaux (2 mètres😎 ) de plage publique pour le peuple, ses cris, ses odeurs... et sa circulation automobile anarchique au possible.

Le Nord en revanche est assez....coincé, et même assez "Bobo". Très allemand aussi car la région du Trentin/Haut-Adige n'est Italienne que depuis 1918. Tout ici respire l'ordre et la méthode. En clair, vous pouvez déguster une pizza mais avec de la viande fumée au lieu du Chorizo😎 . Humour ! On parle Allemand et après Italien. Tout est en deux langues. Même les pompiers de San Candido parlent allemand entre eux.

Au bord des routes, on vend des sacs de patates en lieu et place de fruits et légumes.

Le pire dans le coin étant les sportifs en vélo ! Dans le Nord, les pistes cyclables sont légions. Et s'il n'y en a pas, on prends le trottoir. Je suis en vélo, donc j'ai tous les droits. Comme sur Amsterdam. Il faut faire attention de ne pas froisser les cyclistes. Pas trop écolos car beaucoup de vélo électriques...Qui doivent bien se recharger quelque part... Marrant le type qui vient prendre son petit-déjeuner avec les chaussures à cales sur un parquet ancien et bien entretenu. Très classe !!! Les motards sont plus civilisés ! Même une horde sauvage de 30 Harleys qui passe dans un petit village avec un bruit ... d'Harley ! 😎

Sinon, le coin est sympa.

Ha, j'allais oublier.

Un mot pour nos ami(e)s camping-caristes. Dans le Nord et sur quasiment toutes les villes (au moins) que j'ai pu visiter, il y a des parcs pour les CC. On ne se pose pas où l'on veut. Et pas de discussions !!! 😎 Molveno par exemple ou les CC sont en rang d'oignons avec juste de quoi ouvrir la porte ou poser une table de camping. La nuit, ce doit être marrant😏

Nous commencerons donc demain par Varazze. 2600 photos à trier et classer... c'est long. Juste une pour commencer.