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Bonjour, Je pars en Thailande en Aout avec mon ami. Nous serons dans le sud du 17 au 21. J'aurais voulu des conseils dans le choix d'une île. Au départ, on avait sélectionné Koh Pha-Ngang près de Koh Samui car elle est parait-il moins touristique et moins chère que cette dernière. Cependant j'ai lu dans divers forum et dans le Lonely planet que les plus belles iles sont Koh Lipe et Koh Tarutao. Malheureusement j'ai cru comprendre qu'elles étaient difficilement accessibles en Aout à cause des tempêtes. Pourriez-vous me renseigner à ce sujet, me conseiller une ile ? Sachant que la plongée sous-marine n'est pas vraiment notre intérêt principal (plutôt paysage, promenade, baignade, rando. vélo... en somme une île paradisiaque !! Merci d'avance Patricia

Hello, After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake. After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds. But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.

So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.

Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search. I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.

So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?

Thanks, PS: My trip is planned for November

Hi there,

I’ve been looking for a destination for a 2-week trip early next spring, and Cape Verde has been growing on me. (The flight isn’t too long, the temperatures are more than pleasant, and it’s an unknown country for me.)

The thing is, Cape Verde is pretty complicated when it comes to inter-island transfers, and I don’t want to spend my time in airports or on ferries—especially since those transfers aren’t exactly known for their reliability...

So, I’d like to limit internal flights to just 2, meaning the island I arrive on plus one other.

I’ve ruled out the all-inclusive islands: Sal and Boa Vista.

I’m torn between combining Santo Antão + São Vicente or Fogo + Santiago.

The goal of the trip is to see beautiful landscapes, go on day hikes (nothing multi-day), swim a little—though I prefer quiet spots—and enjoy 1 or 2 days in a city, but not much more than that!

In your opinion, which option would be the best, and why?

Thanks! :)

hi there,

I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).

I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse

hi, we’re going on a cruise with MSC Virtuosa in the Caribbean. Has anyone done this cruise before and could give us some tips for excursions on the different islands? Thanks for your help

Hello everyone, Thanks for this amazing forum—I’ve spent hours browsing through it. I’m reaching out to ask for your help as we’re looking for a destination for our honeymoon. We never travel outside Europe, so we’re total newbies, but we want to treat ourselves for this special occasion.

Dates: June 23 → July 8 (possibly until July 12) Duration: 2 to 3 weeks Budget: Not really an issue for this trip

Our plan: - A seaside destination first and foremost, with beautiful beaches - We’d like to do some hiking or at least go on walks with scenic viewpoints - A relaxing trip with sunshine, lush greenery, and stunning landscapes - A safe destination

Our thoughts so far: - New Zealand: our dream, but it seems like the wrong time of year weather-wise ++ - Azores: ruled out due to unpredictable weather—what do you think? - Mauritius/Reunion combo: vetoed by my future wife ^^ - Seychelles: seems like it could work, but I’ve read about a few downsides (no shops to buy food, snorkeling not always amazing, occasional weather/tide issues making swimming tricky)

Other options: - French Polynesia: we’re really dreaming of it, but is 2 weeks too short for such a long trip? - Hawaii: same question—too far? - Sardinia?

Thanks so much for your help, and have a great weekend!

Blanche & Nicolas

Hi everyone,

I’m planning a campervan road trip and would love some tips from those who know these countries: Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, and Slovenia again. At the moment, nothing’s set in stone, but for example, is it better to visit Slovenia or Bosnia? My preferences lean toward landscapes (rivers, sea, lakes)—basically anywhere there’s water! :) Wild camping, cheap or even free spots, and a *very* tight budget—it’s the discovery, curiosity, and meeting locals that drive me. I’ll visit cities and sites only if access is easy (by bike, for example, or by train from an affordable campsite) and if visitors aren’t treated like cash cows. Just reasonable stuff, really. So, any advice is welcome—like swimming spots or easy hikes along coasts or rivers. I love caves and offbeat visits (salt mines in Poland, La Roque Saint-Christophe in France, etc.). Castles and old ruins? Not really my thing... Thanks for your help! Sylvia

Let’s be clear—it was a fantastic time to visit, and Jordan is an amazing country! 100% sunshine and temperatures between 25 and 35°C, depending on the altitude. No stress at all: Jordanians live up to their reputation as a charming, helpful, and fun-loving people. No hassles, no pushy sales—just pure joy sharing time and laughter with them. Over 11 days, we intentionally skipped the north to spend more time in Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, and diving in Aqaba. No regrets whatsoever 😄 Practical tips at the end of the travel journal.

Road trip: Arrived at 10 PM (Nantes-Frankfurt/Amman in under 9 hours). Spent the night near the airport.

Day 1: Left at 8 AM for Mount Nebo and the Dead Sea Center—picnic in the middle of the lovely Wadi Himara (great spot, 2-hour round trip—thanks to the GPS coordinates from the agency. It takes guts to leave your car parked alone with all the luggage inside, but honestly, no stress at all). Afternoon at the Movenpick (pricey but nice) to enjoy the Dead Sea. Dinner on-site. Perfect relaxation for a first day.



Day 2: Drove south along the Dead Sea. First stop at Wadi Mujib (great, fun, and full of water—max 2-hour round trip). Then a second swim in the Dead Sea, 10 km past the Wadi Mujib Center, which we preferred over the Movenpick spot because it felt wilder. Just pull over when you see tents along the road where you can take a shower after swimming (a must! Cost: 3 JOD per shower). The scenery is stunning, and the swim feels more natural than at the hotels. A really cool experience.

Around 3 PM, took the scenic route after the Dead Sea toward Little Petra (1.5 hours). Don’t take the King’s Highway directly—instead, continue on the Wadi Arabia road, then turn left (Route 60) after the town of Feifa and the ‘Jo Petrol’ gas station. Worth it! Visited Little Petra in the late afternoon and had dinner + stayed overnight at the Seven Wonder Luxury Camp. TOP: warm welcome and great advice on the best order for hikes in Petra based on sunlight and avoiding backtracking. We regretted not staying two nights…

Day 3: PETRA Petra info: Not many people around, so we really enjoyed it (thanks to the geopolitical situation). We’ll share the times of our circuits since we were able to catch the sun on the key sites (9:30 AM for the Treasury). As amateur photographers, we took our time on all the visits and circuits—you can shave off about 25% of the suggested times. But rushing can ruin Petra’s magic! For us, two full days is the minimum.



First day in Petra with arrival at 7:30 AM. Free parking in front of the visitor center… Program: Siq, Khazneh (40 min), then the amazing “High Place of Sacrifice” circuit between 9:30 AM and 12:30 PM, starting directly to the left before the theater. This avoids climbing in the sun (great tip from our camp host the night before!).

Arrived at the Great Temple, lunch at the ‘The Bassin’ self-service (17 JOD per person!). Expensive, but it’s a good place to rest 😉 Then visited the churches with viewpoints over the temples, accompanied by two friends 🙂, the Colonnaded Street, and the tombs (in the sun at 4 PM), the Theater… then back via the Khazneh and the Siq (another 40 min!).

Arrived at the Seven Wonder Hotel in Petra at 5 PM, exhausted!! Good hotel, simple room, but an amazing rooftop with a pool—perfect for relaxing after Petra. A car is necessary to reach the visitor center and possibly downtown for dinner (the hotel dining room isn’t cozy at all). Two great places to eat: Mr. Falafel for lunch or dinner (also makes takeaway meals for 4 JOD)—simple but delicious! My Mom's Recipe Restaurant—great decor on the terrace and really tasty food. Day 4: Little Petra to the Monastery circuit. You need a special ticket issued on the road to Little Petra (you can get there by taxi from the visitor center for 10 JOD or by shuttle), where they take you in a 4x4 to the start of the trail. This saves an hour of walking in the sun but costs 5 JOD per person. Started the trail around 8:30 AM. Count 3 hours to get all the way down. Great circuit that avoids climbing the 800 steps (just descending them!).

Before reaching the Monastery, tea break at the “End of the World Coffee” following the “best view” sign—the name isn’t exaggerated!!!! Breathtaking desert views in a charming setting. We could’ve stayed forever!

Great tip: Picnic at Petra (free tables available next to the BASIN restaurant, and sandwiches for sale—though not great—if you didn’t bring your own). Then we wandered around the site: a small circuit behind the Nabatean Restaurant with a view of the entire site, returning via the path that runs above Qasr al-Bint, the Great Temple, and the Colonnaded Street to reach the Street of Facades. This path offers another stunning view overlooking the temples and tombs. We took our time, and it was amazing… Back to Seven Wonder by 3:30 PM… The call of the pool, and we were exhausted!

Day 5: Last day in Petra with the Al Khubtha Trail circuit to see the Khazneh from above. Really fun to do (2.5-hour round trip, including 30 minutes of contemplation 😊. Best in the morning to see the Khazneh in the sun 👉 9:15 AM). Return via the tombs, and we recommend going straight up while staying left of the main path (amazing circuit with the best view of the theater—gorgeous).



Back to the car at 1 PM, lunch at Mr. Falafel, and headed to Aqaba via Little Petra and the Dead Sea (the Wadi Arabia road we loved!) to take the “Rift Valley—West Route” to Aqaba. The scenery loses its charm once you hit Route 65—we ended up regretting not taking the shorter route… but if you haven’t taken the Wadi Arabia road before, don’t miss it! Arrived at the Bedouin Garden Village at 5 PM (Aqaba, South Beach), and diving briefing 😊! Simple hotel with a great vibe and a nice little pool. However, not the cleanest (rooms and common areas)—you can tell there’s been a lack of guests lately, which is a shame because the location, decor, and atmosphere are all great. On the other hand, disappointed by the southern beaches—dirty and almost deserted, with nothing open for dinner in the evening.

Day 6-7: Morning dives (great marine life, easy shore dives with unique wrecks—cargo ship, tank, plane sunk near the shore). Lots of colorful fish, though small. Afternoons and evenings in Aqaba, which turned out to be a lively and pleasant city. Sunset drinks by the embankment near the giant flag—a great mix of local life, loud racing boats, music… we loved it. Dinner at Al Shami Restaurant—delicious, affordable, and a really nice terrace with a view of the beautiful Sharif Hussein bin Ali Mosque. Perfect lemon-mint juice!

Day 8: Two final dives in the morning, then drove to Wadi Rum (1 hour). Welcomed by Khaled and Claire from Mars on Earth (a top agency we highly recommend—they put together a “semi-custom” stay based on our schedule and desire to avoid crowds. Claire is French, which makes booking and planning ahead via email much easier). Afternoon in a private 4x4 in northern Wadi Rum to see the most famous and visited sites (lots of improbable selfies 😠!). Gorgeous sunset with Bedouin tea over the fire. Khaled is amazing, with a beautiful smile… Arrived at the tent camp for the night. Great location, unique dinner, and a fun evening around the fire with Khaled leading cool games that got everyone chatting. Beautiful tent with a view of the stars…

Day 9: Trek to Burdah Rock Bridge (3 hours)—for sporty types only, as it’s a tough climb and descent with no protection or pitons… basically climbing with just a 3-meter rope held by our guide to help us! But what an amazing memory, incredible views, and a real adventure for my 57 years! Would do it again in a heartbeat 😊!

Then headed south in Wadi Rum. Let’s just say it was our favorite area… we strongly recommend spending a full day there… Wild, red, and empty—another planet! Salem, our climbing guide, took us to wonderful spots with breathtaking views. We wished the day could’ve lasted 48 hours!



End of the day: sunset, Bedouin tea, beautiful views… Just the classics 😉, but we loved it! Then spent the night under the stars. Salem set up comfortable mattresses and thick blankets, prepared tea and dinner over the wood fire. An amazing experience—like being a kid again, with a sky so stunning we fought sleep just to keep our eyes open.

Day 10: Woke up around 7 AM after a great night under the stars! Breakfast… and then it was time to head back to Claire and Khaled’s to pick up our car. Drove to Wadi Ghuweir (2.5 hours from the King’s Highway). A truly magnificent wadi reached after a steep descent (don’t take a Fiat 500 for the climb back up!). Make sure to hike 2 hours in to reach a lush oasis with water where you can swim in the middle of the wadi… We didn’t know and stopped 15 minutes too early… I still regret it!! If there’s no water at the start of the hike, it’s because it’s flowing underground—don’t give up thinking the wadi is dry! That’s why it’s Claire’s and Family in Jordan’s favorite wadi. A must-do! Picnic in the wadi. Around 4 PM, headed to Dana—visited this tiny, unique village, half in ruins and half restored while keeping its old-world charm. Stayed overnight and had dinner at Dana Luxury Huts (amazing view with a private balcony, great triangular rooms—though the bathroom is tiny). Run by a family. Delicious food cooked by the mom. Bedouin tea after dinner around the fire—such a nice moment.

Day 11: “Sheq Al Reesh” trek in Dana Valley booked through the Luxury Huts hotel. Four hours in a totally different landscape from the desert—unique and guided by a fantastic guide who prepared a memorable lunch over a fire on the cliffside. We really loved this hike and the peacefulness of Dana. A great stop to break up the long drive back to the airport. Left Dana at 2 PM for Kerak Castle (2.5-hour drive). Nice visit, especially the underground passages. Then drove to Madaba (1.5 hours) to explore the city by night, do some last-minute shopping, and wait for our 3:30 AM flight… not fun!

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Late October was a perfect time—temperatures between 25 and 35°C depending on location (mountains or sea), with lows of 13°C at night in Wadi Rum 👉 A fleece is enough; it’s not that cold in the desert, and the blankets are amazing. Eleven days is the perfect amount of time to take it slow, stop for "Bedouin tea" invitations in unexpected places, and soak in the colors! We don’t regret doing the trip "backwards"—starting with the Dead Sea and ending with Wadi Rum and Dana (usually, people start with the King’s Highway). We recommend the ‘Family In Jordan’ guide for those who want an easy way to find trailheads and routes. Don’t hesitate to explore multiple wadis—not just Wadi Mujib! We highly recommend Mars on Earth for organizing your Wadi Rum stay. Very professional, with great bivouac and camp locations. No pushy salespeople. Jordanians are very respectful (especially toward women), super smiley, and helpful. We felt completely at ease—almost too much so 😉 Renting a car is a great option, but if possible, choose a mid-size category with a "real" engine and check the tires. The hills are tough, and some roads turn into semi-off-road for 500 meters… No issues driving—roads are in good condition. The only problem is the aggressive speed bumps everywhere. The Dana-Madaba King’s Highway is long (4 hours). Budget varies a lot depending on your choices: from a simple lunch for 4 JOD to a dinner for 30 JOD, depending on how touristy the restaurant is… On average, 8–10 JOD for a good local or seafood dish + drink, and 30–40 JOD for a night in a hotel (except the Movenpick, unfortunately ☹). Watch out for Fridays—it’s really hard to find picnic supplies! If you’re still hesitant, the Jordan Pass is a must and very cost-effective since it includes your visa. Get it online. Consider hubs like Madrid or Frankfurt—often faster and cheaper than flying via Paris and Air France if you live in the provinces!

Hi everyone, absolute travel lovers after our 20 trips to the USA, we’ve decided to head to Mexico in February (flight already booked: Nice to Cancun on February 20th, returning on the evening of March 1st).

I’m mainly hesitating about trying to do too much, as usual when discovering a new country. Here’s my itinerary—I’m unsure about a few things: - **Day 1**: Should we stay relaxed at the resort we booked, or should we do Isla Mujeres instead? If we stay, when’s the best time to visit the island? - **Day 3**: If we visit Chichén Itzá right at opening, will the Ik-Kil cenote be quieter in terms of tourists? If not, which cenote nearby would you recommend? - **Big decision**: Should we go all the way down to Bacalar or not? After that, it feels a bit rushed. **Day 6** is mandatory, or are there other options? Honestly, I’m counting on your advice!

For context, we’re a family of four (with very grown-up kids who are used to traveling), and we’ve already rented an SUV for this period. Thanks in advance for your help—it’ll be invaluable!

**Departure – February 20th**: Arrival in Cancún

Arrival at 8:20 PM, pick up rental car. Overnight in Cancún.

**Day 1 – February 21st**: Isla Mujeres

Ferry from Cancún to Isla Mujeres. Playa Norte, snorkeling, golf cart tour. Return to Cancún. Overnight in Cancún.

**Day 2 – February 22nd**: Ek’ Balam + Cenote X’Canché → Valladolid

Drive from Cancún to Ek’ Balam (~2h). Visit the archaeological site. Swim at Cenote X’Canché. Drive to Valladolid (~30 min). Overnight in Valladolid.

**Day 3 – February 23rd**: Chichén Itzá → Bacalar

Early departure to Chichén Itzá (~45 min). Guided tour + optional visit to Ik-Kil cenote. Drive to Bacalar (~4h). Overnight in Bacalar.

**Day 4 – February 24th**: Bacalar

Boat excursion to the "Laguna of Seven Colors." Cenote Azul + Fuerte San Felipe. Overnight in Bacalar.

**Day 5 – February 25th**: Bacalar → Tulum + Ruins, Cenote & Beach

Drive (~3.5h). Settle in Tulum. Visit the Mayan ruins of Tulum (stunning ocean view). Swim in Gran Cenote or Cenote Calavera. End the day at Playa Paraíso. Overnight in Tulum.

**Day 6 – February 26th**: Sian Ka’an Reserve

Guided excursion:

Option Muyil (half-day): boat tour + swim in the Mayan canal. Option Punta Allen (full-day): dolphins, turtles, snorkeling on the reef.

Overnight in Tulum.

**Day 7 – February 27th**: Tulum → Akumal → Playa del Carmen

Morning: snorkeling with turtles in Akumal. Lunch, then drive to Playa del Carmen. Evening on 5th Avenue. Overnight in Playa del Carmen.

**Day 8 – February 28th**: Playa del Carmen → Puerto Morelos

Free morning in Playa del Carmen (beach or Cenotes Azul & Cristalino). Afternoon: drive to Puerto Morelos (~30 min). Overnight in Puerto Morelos.

**Day 9 – March 1st**: Puerto Morelos → Cancún → Return flight

Relaxing morning in Puerto Morelos. Drive (~30 min) to Cancún Airport. Return rental car. Return flight.

Hi everyone, In mid-July 2025, we were lucky enough to spend about ten days in Bulgaria. We did a 10-day road trip exploring this beautiful and underrated Balkan country! Since planning a trip isn’t always easy, we’re sharing our original itinerary (different from the "classic" loop offered by travel agencies) and our feedback on the various places we visited. With a few photos to illustrate each day, we hope to wow you 🙂 and, most importantly, inspire you to visit Bulgaria! Here’s our loop itinerary starting from Sofia (a varied program that allowed us to enjoy some summer swimming on the beaches of the Black Sea): Day 1 - The Rila Monastery, Bulgaria’s emblem Day 2 - The picturesque village of Koprivshtitsa, the Russian Church of Shipka, and the listed village of Bozhentsi



Day 3 - The small town of Tryavna and Sozopol, a little gem on the Bulgarian coast



Day 4 - Sinemorets and the wild Veleka beach, the stunning Silistar beach, and the small port of Ahtopol

Hi everyone,

Here’s a little account of our two-week family trip (with two boys aged 7 and 10) to Corfu. I hope it helps other travelers! We chose Corfu because there are direct flights from Paris, and we were looking for a destination where it’d be easy to swim with the kids. We were there from August 14 to 28.

Since I wasn’t sure about the distances and had read quite a bit about Greek driving and the state of the roads, I decided to split the trip into three parts: Corfu Town, the North, and the South.

Corfu Town (3 nights) Day 1: We landed in the late afternoon. Booked three nights via Booking on the edge of the old town (Sueno Garden Apartment), which is walkable from the airport—no need to rent a car for the first few days or stay in Corfu Town. First evening in the old town, dinner at Pane e Souvlaki on Dimarchiou Square. Touristy, but good vibes.

Day 2: Visited the Old Fort. Nice for the Church of St. George, which looks like an ancient Greek temple, and especially for the 360° view from the top. By 11 a.m., the sun was already beating down. Left the fort and strolled through the People’s Gardens. Lunch at Mouragia a bit further away, then backtracked to let the kids swim at Faliraki Bathing Beach.

Day 3: We took bus line 2A from Spinada (in front of the Old Fort) to the end of the runway (stop ΚΑΛΟΚΑΙΡΙ Ε). Poorly signposted when you’re at the top—you have to go down via the bar. Not well set up, which is a shame. The Panagia Vlacherna Monastery is pretty on its little island, but don’t turn around—the landings are impressive. Returned via the 2A with a stop at Mon Repos Beach, where the kids loved jumping off the pier.

North (6 nights) Day 4: Headed to Sidari, rented a small Fiat Panda from Europcar—no issues with this rental company (I booked late, so it’s probably possible to find cheaper). We’d also booked via Booking at Blue Dreams Apartment, just south of Sidari. A family-run hotel with a nice pool, we had a great stay (it’s just been taken over by Belgians who speak French). We wandered around Sidari to the Canal d’Amour. Not easy to access—you have to walk through all the bars, and the tiny beach is pretty dirty. Still, it’s fun for a swim and exploring the cave.

Day 5: Quick breakfast to be at Cap Drastis by 9 a.m. Parked at the top, but there’s very little space (we couldn’t park on the way back), and it’s a dirt road. The signs saying “To the sea” actually lead to a boat dock for a cape tour. You only see the cape from above, not below. A bit of a letdown, but since it was early and no one was down there yet, we treated ourselves to a quick swim. Brunch back in Sidari at Eviva—I recommend it: not Greek at all, but high quality. Agios Stefanos in the late afternoon after the heat. The port is awful (dirty and uninteresting), but there’s a swimming spot just before the beach, near the old port (park above, by the church). No one was there—great moment with the kids.

Day 6: Left around 9 a.m. for Mount Pantokrator. A bit of a climb at the end in the Fiat Panda—it’s steep! The road is long, but I think it’s worth it for the lunar landscape at the top, the monastery-antenna, and the 360° view. Then down to Kassiopi (we paid 5 euros for the Kassiopi Car Park—I think it’s the best option, as there’s no big free parking like in Sidari) and a swim at Paralia Mpataria (small but nice). Really relaxing in the late afternoon. Walked around the peninsula and saw several dolphin pods with amazing jumps. Unforgettable. Kassiopi is more family-friendly than Sidari and has more charm (Sidari has none, so that’s easy!).

Day 7: Morning off at the hotel, then afternoon at Paralia Kalamaki for the inflatable playground the kids had spotted on the way back from Kassiopi. 10 euros per person for an hour, not many people around 4 p.m., and we had a blast. Shallow sandy beach. Not much marine life, but safe for young kids. Note: free freshwater shower. Dinner at Nikos Family Restaurant in Roda. Great welcome and atmosphere. The stifado and soutzoukakia were delicious, and the Greek desserts were amazing too. Next door, at Roda Park restaurant, there was a Greek party with traditional dancing and plaster plate-smashing. Even though we didn’t eat there, everyone was invited to join in the street—it was fun. Probably touristy, but pretty spontaneous, and it was a good time.

Day 8: I’d booked two dives in Paleokastritsa with Achilleon Diving Center, directly via WhatsApp. Great international vibe, two easy but interesting dives (a barracuda school and a “cow” nudibranch at Colovri Reefs, cool crevasses and holes at Donald’s Place). In the afternoon, we visited the Paleokastritsa Monastery (well-maintained, pretty nice) and spent some time at the beach (very crowded).

Day 9: Day off—we enjoyed the hotel pool and went to Olea next door to buy a small olive wood souvenir. Note that the old man who works the wood doesn’t have many fingers left…

South (5 nights) Day 10: Headed to Lefkimmi. Stopped at Achilleion on the way. I knew from reviews that only the gardens were accessible, but I think it’s worth it, even at 7 euros. We passed by the French military cemetery nearby (nothing special, poorly signposted but quiet and peaceful) and ate at Elia Tavern right next door: super good, best calamari of the trip. We’d booked our accommodation at Villa Rosa South Corfu, a bit outside Lefkimmi, near Alikes. Pretty isolated, but the beach is a 3-minute walk away, right next to the old salt pans. On the way, we saw a poster (use Google Lens to translate) for a local festival near Linia. We went that evening: barbecue, concert, and local dancing. Lots of people, but only locals—it was a great time.

Day 11: Short “hike” to Arkoudilas. We parked at the exit of Kavos, just before The Rose Tree restaurant. Some people drive all the way to the beach, but it’s very rocky. We followed the “Monastery” path to see Cape Asprokavos and the ruins of the monastery nearby. To avoid backtracking, we continued through the woods after the monastery to reach Arkoudilas Beach. Nice shaded walk, but dusty road. Dinner at Agali on the Potami Canal (friendly family vibe, but long wait).

Day 12: Boat trip to Sivota with Pegasus. A wooden boat, human-sized. Crowded, but not cramped. Two swimming stops (Blue Lagoon in the morning and a beach in the afternoon) and a 2-hour stop at noon in Sivota. We knew it’d be touristy, but the vibe was good, with some dancing on the way back. Not too many people at the swimming stops.

Day 13: Kouris Museum in Lefkimmi. Okay, don’t go for the history—the guide cracks more jokes than gives rational explanations. Still, we laughed a lot and had a great time. Lunch at The Village on the main road: very fresh, very good. Perfect homemade dip platter. Not the best location since it’s right on the road, but it’s worth it. Free ice cream for the kids, super-friendly owner. Fresh ratatouille (finally, some veggies!). Afternoon at Paralia Issos. View of Korission Lagoon and a walk through the sand dunes, a bit like the Sahara in places (hard to do before 5 p.m., even 6 p.m., because of the heat).

Day 14: I’d booked a visit/tasting at Pontiglio Winery. Short tour of the small site and tasting of the 4 wines produced there: 2 whites, 1 red, 1 rosé. Fresh homemade snacks, fruit for the kids, great welcome. Then to Paralia Kanoula Beach. Mikro Nisi Bar, sunbeds at 20 euros—expensive. But a nice beach with some rocks, so a bit of marine life. We saw octopuses while snorkeling with the kids—great moment.

Honest take on Corfu The island is dirty—not just at the garbage sites, which aren’t collected often enough and overflow constantly, but everywhere. Not a single square meter without cigarette butts, even if you get off the main paths. Stray cats everywhere, wasps everywhere, sewage smells often.

The natural heritage is stunning but ruined by private encroachment on the coastline. Bars and restaurants take over the land right up to the sea. I’d only been to Santorini and Paros about ten years ago, and I don’t remember it being like this at all. Maybe the Cyclades are different now. From talking to a few tourists here and there, it seems Crete is better managed. We still had a good vacation, even if it was sometimes hard to overlook the dirtiness.

Hi there! I’m heading out in August for a two-day trek in the Vale do Pati. Do I need proper hiking boots, or will trail-running shoes do the job? Thanks in advance for your feedback! 😊😃

Hello, We’re planning a trip to São Vicente and Santo Antão in January. We’re a couple (ages 51 and 57). My husband is really into hiking. As for me, I’m not at my best right now—I’ve just recovered from a long illness and am still on medication that exhausts me and causes a lot of pain, so I won’t be able to keep up with very "physical" hikes. That said, I still enjoy walking in nature. We’re looking for advice on where we could stay. A place where my husband can go hiking while I take shorter walks. But also somewhere I can relax in nature, maybe go for a swim if possible, and enjoy local life—markets, music, etc. Boat trips would be a great bonus for us. Thanks in advance for your suggestions. Virginie

Hi everyone, I’m planning to go away at the end of May for a short 5-day trip, not too far away! I currently live near Montpellier and have two kids (ages 2 and 7). The idea is to have a relaxing, low-stress vacation that’s easy to manage with young children (I’m especially thinking of my 2-year-old—cities like Florence, which I’d love to visit, are probably too tiring for his age). I was thinking of Majorca (which I don’t know at all) or Crete, for example, which I visited a long time ago (ideal: good food, ruins to explore, beautiful villages, etc.). But it could also be Malta or somewhere else... It’s true that before having kids, I had more time (and budget) and traveled farther, so I’m not very familiar with the Mediterranean—my mistake!

My question is pretty vague, but what would you recommend for a 5-day trip at the end of May? Since the sea will still be a bit cold (swimming might be tough!), preferably by the coast, with a family-friendly hotel and kid-friendly areas?

Thanks in advance to everyone! :)

Hello forum,

We’re a family of 4 adults (2 grown daughters) planning our first trip to South Africa for 3 weeks in August 2025, traveling independently. I’ve been drawing inspiration from several posts on the forum. I’d like to book our flight tickets and nights in Kruger Park as soon as possible since that’s the most urgent part to finalize, if I understood correctly.

Here’s a first draft of our itinerary (with lots of unknowns about what there’ll be to see/do in Eswatini, Lesotho, Durban, etc.—I feel like the Lesotho leg involves a lot of driving).

I’d really appreciate input from the experts to help us craft a great trip. Thanks in advance!

Day 1

Departure from Paris Day 2

Morning Early arrival in Johannesburg Pick up rental car Groceries Afternoon Sightseeing Night in AirBNB near Johannesburg (1/1) Day 3

Morning Drive to Blyde River Canyon (500 km - 6h30) Afternoon Visit the canyon Night in AirBNB near Blyde River Canyon (1/1) Day 4

Morning Drive to central Kruger (200 km - 3h30) Night in Rest Camp (1/2) Day 5

Night in Rest Camp (2/2) Day 6

Morning Drive to southern Kruger (150 km - 3h) Night in Rest Camp (1/3) Day 7

Night in Rest Camp (2/3) Day 8

Night in Rest Camp (3/3) Day 9

Morning Drive to Mbabane (Eswatini) (250 km - 4h) Night in AirBNB or other (1/1) Day 10

Morning Drive to Maputaland (300 km - 4h) Afternoon Swimming (hippos and crocs?) Night in AirBNB or other (1/1) Day 11

Morning Drive to Hluhluwe-Umfolozi (130 km - 2h) Night in Rest Camp (1/2) Day 12

Night in Rest Camp (2/2) Day 13

Morning Drive to Durban (250 km - 3h) Night in AirBNB (1/1) Day 14

Morning First half of drive to Lesotho (225 km - 4h) Night in AirBNB or other (1/1) Day 15

Morning Second half of drive to Lesotho (225 km - 4h) Night in AirBNB or other (1/1) Day 16

Morning First half of drive to Drakensberg (250 km - 4h) Night in AirBNB or other (1/1) Day 17

Morning Second half of drive to Drakensberg (250 km - 4h) Night in AirBNB or other (1/2) Day 18

Night in AirBNB or other (2/2) Day 19

Morning Drive to Johannesburg (300 km - 4h) Night in AirBNB (1/2) Day 20

Night in AirBNB (2/2) Day 21

Morning Departure in early afternoon Day 22

Arrival in Paris

So happy to see that VoyageForum is back up! We're planning a trip to Thailand in October 2025. We're looking for quiet islands with nature/jungle, beaches, and pretty villages (no party scene!). We'll be traveling with our 5-year-old son. I've done some research and found a few islands that seem to fit our criteria. We're torn between the islands on the Gulf side (Koh Chang, Koh Mak, Koh Kood) and the Andaman Sea islands (Koh Yao Noi, Koh Yao Yai). What are your tips? Any area to prefer in October? Are there other islands you'd recommend? Thanks

Hi everyone, so happy VoyageForum is back up and running! I’m planning to explore Sardinia at the end of April and in May 2025. Could anyone tell me what the must-see spots are for this destination? I know there are tons of stunning beaches and, like everyone, I’m drawn to them. But I’m actually more interested in visits (towns, remarkable sites, curiosities) than the usual touristy spots. Looking forward to your enlightened tips!

Hi there,

I’ve got a few questions about my upcoming 3.5-week trip to Tamil Nadu and Kerala (January 2025).

On the itinerary, we’re supposed to spend 3 or 4 days in Thanjavur (Tanjore). I thought the location would let us explore the surrounding area, but I’m realizing everything I want to see won’t fit into the schedule! I’d planned: 1 day to arrive from Pondicherry 1 day to go to Darasuram 1 day to go to Tiruchirappalli 1 day to head to Madurai with a stop in Chettinad Basically, we won’t see anything of Thanjavur itself! Should I skip one of the destinations?

In Kerala, after 3 days in Munnar, I’ve planned to spend a few days in Munroe Island since I didn’t get great feedback about Alleppey. I wanted to "wander" through the backwaters. Has anyone been there?

Finally, we’re ending the trip in Cherai. After booking, I realized the beaches seemed unusable (trash, rough sea...) and I’m pretty frustrated about not being able to swim. Unless there’s a better spot nearby?

Thanks for your input!

Bonjours

Du 22 au 26 septembre, je pars quelques jours à Bastia. Je me rends compte un peu tard, que je n'ai pas peut être pas choisi le meilleur endroit pour visiter la Corse. Je connais le coin d'Ajaccio et de Calvi. Quels coins me conseillerez vous tout en sachant que je ne conduits pas ? Je compte passer une journée ou 2 à St Florent, mais le reste du temps je ne sais pas trop.

Merci de votre aide😎

Bonjour, je vais partir une semaine début Août avec ma fille de trois ans en logeant à 15 minutes du lac de Divonne-les-bains. - j'ai des idées qu'on trouve dans les guides un peu toutes dans la même coin mais sur beaucoup plus qu' une journée surement: lac des Vouglans, lac Chalain, baume les messieurs, la cascade du Hérisson, cascade de Tuff.

J'ai la petite qui ne marche pas longtemps, j'aimerai aussi des lieux de l'arrière pays de Divonne des endroits plus connus des habitants, je ne sais pas trop ce que je pourrais privilégier le pays de Gex? Les rousses avec prémanon? le col de la faucille? voir des animaux.

- et peut être pour aller plus loin Diableret, Neuchâtel, lac Bellefontaine Chapelle des bois..

Auriez-vous des idées de visites ludiques avec un jeune enfant pour que je complète mes itinéraires à la journée? merci beaucoup.

Bonjour, nous partons vendredi prochain et voici mon parcours, merci de me donner vos avis... Jour 1 atterrissage à Héraklion fin de matinée on récupère la voiture (pas encore louée) et on part à ZAROS pour profiter de la piscine de notre hôtel. Jour 2 Direction Matala et red beach le matin, on déjeune sur place et on part à Agia Galini Hotel Agia Galini Jour 3 Direction Spili puis passage vers Kourtaliotiko, descente vers Frangoskastello et on dort dans un petit village près de Loutro qui s'appelle LYKOS. Jour 4 Loutro que l'on fera depuis notre auberge. et là j'hésite soit on fait les gorges se Samaria en prenant un ferry de Loutro à Agia Roumeli soit on repart vers Georgiopoulis et le las de Kournas. Donc si on prend le ferry on peut prendre la voiture avec nous d'après ec que j'ai compris du coup on dormirait à Agia Roumeli puis le lendemain referry pour Sougia...et là on remonte vers Falasarna, Elafonissi Balos La canée, en trouvant 2 hébergements... Sinon on remaonte vers Georgiopouli, la canée balos Elafonissi et Falasarna...

On termine par une journée à Héraklion et environ pour faire Knossos.

Merci de vos avis...

Bonjour à tous les amoureux de la Grèce! Je vous propose un petit jeu pour ceux qui doivent patienter un peu avant de rejoindre ce beau pays cet été.

Le principe est le suivant: Recomposer l'endroit virtuel idéal

Vous avez tous des coups de coeurs en Grèce, mais très souvent c'est "dispersé" géographiquement et thèmatiquement. Ex: un coups de cours pour un petit village pittoresque et authentique, une plage paradisiaque, un site culturel émouvant... mais ça n'est jamais tout au même endroit! (Si c'est le cas dites le moi svp!🙂).

Alors quel serait donc votre combinaison de coups de cours pour créer le paradis grecque virtuelle qui serait tout au même endroit, et qui comporterait: -un village (ou un port), -un site culturel, -une plage pour la baignade, -un site naturel (montage ou littoral ou autre), -votre taverne préférée, -éventuellement en bonus votre hébergement préféré, et un bar sympa pour la soirée.

A vous de jouer😉!!:

Bonjour,

Comme les billets pour la Croatie ont été réservés début d'année et que j'ai bon espoir que les frontières europénnes soient ouvertes cet été, nous allons réserver nos hebergements pour notre voyage en Croatie cet été. Notre vol arrive a Dubrovnik et repart de Dubrovnik. Nous sommes une famille avec deux enfants en bas âge ( 5 ans et 16 mois). Je vois partout qu'il est conseillé de faire deux / trois haltes pour rayonner autour mais j'ai vraiment du mal à faire mes choix. Ci dessous notre itinéraire. Quels points de chutes pourrais-je retirer pour le regrouper sur une autre ville? Mais si je regroupe, est ce que les temps de trajet en voiture pour visiter seront ils plus longs ? Mes enfants étant en bas âge, j'alterne des moments de sieste a l'hébergement et siestes dans la voiture.

Merci pour votre aide. Laetitia

Samedi 8 août 2020 Départ Paris, vol à 17h10 – Arrivée Dubrovnik 19h30 Récupération Location voiture Nuit Dubrovnik

Dimanche 9 août 2020 AM : Visite Dubrovnik PM : sieste à l'hebergement – visite Dubrovnik Nuit Dubrovnik

Lundi 10 août 2020 AM : Départ pour Split le matin après petit dej (3h de route) PM : déjeuner et visite Split Nuit Split

Mardi 11 août 2020 AM : Visite Split PM : Sieste hébergement- Visite presqu’il Marjan et baignade piscine hebergement Nuit à Split

Mercredi 12 août 2020 AM : Visite Trogir (30 mn de trajet de Split) PM : déjeuner sur Trogir - (sieste poussette) – baignade mer Nuit à Split

Jeudi 13 août 2020 Matin : Départ pour Hvar après petit déj (2h de ferry) PM : déjeuner visite île de Hvar (sieste poussette) Nuit sur l’ile Hvar

Vendredi 14 août 2020 Matin : Visite Ile de Hvar et déjeuner sur Ile Départ pour Sibenik (2h30 de trajet après déjeuner, sieste voiture) PM : visite Sibenik Nuit à Sibenik

Samedi 15 août 2020 AM : Parc National de Kra (à 20mn de Sibenik) PM: Parc National de Kra Nuit à Sibenik

Dimanche 16 août 2020 AM : départ pour Zadar après petit dej (1h30 de trajet) AM : visite Zadar et déjeuner PM : sieste - baignade Nuit Zadar

Lundi 17 août 2020 AM / PM : Journée d’excursion pour Iles Kornati Nuit à Zadar

Mardi 18 août 2020 AM : Départ Lac de Plitvice après petit dej (1h30 de trajet) AM : visite parc national des lacs de Plitvice PM : visite parc national des lacs de Plitvice Nuit Lac de Plitvice ou à proximité

Mercredi 19 août 2020 AM: Départ vers Trogir après petit dej (2h30 trajet)

PM : sieste à l'hébergement– baignade mer Nuit à Trogir

Jeudi 20 août 2020 AM : Départ pour Ston après petit déjeuner (2h30 trajet) AM : visite Ston et déjeuner PM : Visite de Ston – baignade piscine Hotel Nuit à Ston

Vendredi 21 août 2020 AM/PM : Excursion journée pour Parc National de Mljet Nuit à Ston

Samedi 22 août 2020 AM : Départ pour Dubrovnik (Trajet de 1h) Déjeuner sur Dubrovnik

Retour vol à Dubrovnik à 17h10 – arrivée Paris 19h40

Bonjour, Je prépare actuellement les vacances de cet été à vélo, en famille (2 ados). L'objectif étant de longer la Loire Chinon - Saumur - Angers - Nantes - Saint Brévin puis la côté Atlantique jusqu'à La Rochelle. C'est notre premier voyage à vélo et je cherche des activités complémentaires pour varier les journées. Autant la côte atlantique, il y a la possibilité de se baigner, que la Loire outre les châteaux, jardin, et autres activités culturelles, j'ai peur que mes ados se lassent.

Du coup, je me demandais s'il était possible de faire un petit bout de la Loire en bateau (avec les vélos), entre Angers et Nantes. Sinon, quelles activités sympas peut on faire ?

Je dois proposer un projet vendeur pour motiver mes troupes !!! 😄 Merci pour votre retour.

bonjour à tous

bien qu'ayant déjà beaucoup fouillé sur le forum et sur internet en général, je n'arrive pas à planifier mon circuit pour notre roadtrip au québec... nous serons au québec du 15 juillet au 4 août, moi, mon mari et nos enfants de 11 et 8 ans.

nous aimerions randonner, voir des animaux (baleines, orignaux, ours...) et des grands espaces, découvrir la culture canadienne et amérindienne, nous baigner, faire du kayak... nous ne voulons pas non plus faire trop de route et changer tous les jours de logements, ce qui fatiguerait trop les enfants.

bref, j'ai beaucoup de mal à choisir !! Il y a tant de belles choses à faire et à voir au québec !

ce qui nous intéresse (sachant qu'il va falloir choisir...) : * Québec : on nous prête un logement, donc on pense y passer4-5j * gaspésie : randos, voir des orignaux * charlevoix (notamment le parc des hautes gorges) : randonnées, baignades, la côte * tadoussac pour voir les baleines * le fjord du saguenay : randos, points de vue sur le fjord, kayak, balade à cheval * lac st jean : zoo de st félicien, val jalbert, musée amérindien, baignades * parc de la mauricie : randos, kayak, observation des ours

que me conseillez-vous de garder sachant que si on enlève qq jours pour québec city et ses environs, il nous reste 15j pour faire un circuit : quelles étapes et combien de temps pour chacune?

merci d'avance !!!

C'est un pays magnifique avec des paysages grandioses. Le pays dispose d'une bonne infrastructure en ferry et liaisons aériennes. Les philippins sont gentils, accueillants et serviables mais pas pressés. Il faut donc être patient et prendre le temps.

Les hébergements sont de qualité très variables et ne correspondent pas au standard européen. Selon les îles, les coupures d'électricité sont fréquentes et les connections à internet aléatoires. La nourriture est bonne et repose essentiellement sur du riz, des pâtes et des légumes. Manger du poisson n'est évident partout. Le cochon grillé est une véritable institution. Pas de problème avec l'eau purifiée en bouteille. Le vin est rare mais la bière est bonne.

Il faut s'acquitter très souvent de taxes touristiques : ferry, avion, voir accès piéton... Certains billets d'avion intègrent ces taxes mais pas tous alors conservez toujours du cash sur vous. L'aéroport de Manille a été construit de façon empirique, prévoyez suffisamment de temps pour changer de terminal. Le moyen de transport le plus sympa et économique reste le tricycle ou moto 125 cm3 équipée d'un side-car. Les chauffeurs connaissent parfaitement leur secteur et pourront vous guider aisément pendant votre séjour. Si vous souhaitez louer un scooter ou une moto, examinez l'état des pneus et des freins car beaucoup sont HS. Attention aussi aux nombreux chiens qui traversent la route au rythme local. Enfin, ne négligez pas les jeepneys ou bus locaux dont les tarifs sont dérisoires.

Un point important concerne la baignade. Si vous pratiquez la plongée sous-marine ou le snorkeling, les spots sont nombreux et réputés aux Philippines et vous vous y rendrez surement en bateau. Par contre, si vous voulez simplement vous baigner, ça se complique : les iles sont soumises à une marée allant de 50 à cm à 1m environ. Les récifs coralliens sont très proches du bord et donc à marée basse (et parfois même à marée hautes), rares sont les plages qui sont baignables. Achetez sur place des chaussures en plastique pour vous protéger des récifs et des oursins. Renseignez-vous précisément sur ce point auprès de votre hotel si vous souhaitez faire un séjour balnéaire.

Pour ceux qui ont eu l'occasion de voyer dans l'Asie du Sud-Est, les Philippines présentent encore beaucoup d'authenticité et de convivialité. Un beau pays où je retournerai avec plaisir.

Bonjour ,

je pars pour deux semaine au Pérou début avril. Je n'ai pas la possibilité de faire un ou des treks. Par conséquent, je me pose la question de faire en deux jours la région du canyon de Colca, en dormant à Chivay, ou de faire Arequipa Puno en une journée afin de passer une journée de plus au lac Titicaca , où j'ai d'ores et déjà prévu 3 nuits et deux jours. Qu'en pensez-vous? Merci d'avance pour vos conseils.

Bonjour

Nous sommes un couple Québécois dans la cinquantaine qui projette de partir en Croatie et possiblement au Monténégro à l'automne 2020.

Nous aimerions lire les témoignages d'autres Québécois qui ont visité ces pays.

Nos questionnements se situent plus précisément sur les points suivants:

Nous prévoyons louer une voiture et aimerions connaître vos recommandations à ce sujet. Nous avons lu quelques expériences de voyageurs Français mais pas de voyageurs Québécois.

Aussi, nous aimerions savoir quel trajet aérien est recommandé au départ de Montréal.

Évidemment, nous serions très heureux d'avoir des conseils sur tout autre sujet pour voyager dans ces pays.

Merci à l'avance

Bonjour Pour nos vacances en juillet 2020, j'aimerais emmener ma petite famille (2 ados de 15 et 13 ans et mon mari) en Italie du côté de Naples. Nous aimons les visites culturelles mais aussi la plage et surtout le snorkeling. Est-il possible d'en faire dans ces coins la. Comment sont les plages du côté de Naples ? Sont-elles a ce point la bondées en juillet? Merci de m'éclairer car J ai déjà parcouru plusieurs discussions sur Naples et l'aspect plages est peu évoqué. Si ce n'est vraiment pas propice à ce genre d'activites. Dans quel coin de l'Italie est-ce possible car nous serons mobiles.