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Galapagos Islands Budget Tour, One Week for $975
Summary: Instead of spending all of your budget on an expensive cruise, here are a few tips that will help you plan an affordable trip to the Galapagos. While the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador are known for being extremely expensive, we have figured out a way to enjoy the stunning views and wildlife on the Galapagos Islands on a budget. In this post, we aim to share our experience and design a tour that can be done in one week without breaking your budget—and that allows you to enjoy most of what the Galapagos can offer. Transportation to the Islands ~ $500 by plane You may want to consider buying Lonely Planet Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands (Country Guide) The...
Read MoreThe One Thing You Must Do in Bernay
Summary: If you are fond of paintings and old collections, you should visit Bernay’s small museum. It is not the Louvre, of course, but it is still well stocked with very nice paintings, old furniture and some sculptures. As we are now in France, staying in Bernay (my home town), we thought it would be nice to write a few articles about the city—first, because we totally love it, and second, because we think the place is worth visiting. Our purpose is to share with you all that we like so much about Bernay, and hopefully inspire you to come and visit the town. This post is about the museum of Bernay. We had a very nice surprise while visiting the museum, when we found...
Read MoreShop and Dine in Madrid
Summary: If you’re not fond of monuments and museums but plan to stay for a few days in Madrid, this post is for you! For shopping malls and restaurants, check out our list. 4 Shopping Malls You Don’t Want to Miss Here is a list of the different places you can shop in Madrid. Las Rosas Village This is a very famous shopping mall where you will find all the popular brands. It is a little far from Madrid, but you can take a bus (625,628,or 629) from Moncloa Station in Madrid, and it takes around 40 minutes to get there. El Corte Ingles If you like Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vouitton and much more, this is your destination of choice. You can find several stores showing...
Read MoreMadrid in One Day, Top 10 Attractions and Sites
Summary: Are you in transit in Madrid for one day or a few hours? This post provides a program sample including a list of all the things you can do in a short time in Madrid (shopping, museums, food…). It will help you to spend an unforgettable day in the city. What to do in only one day in Madrid? One day is of course a very short time to fully enjoy the beautiful Spanish capital, but fortunately many monuments and places to visit are quite close to each other, and it is easy to move around with the metro and buses. Here is the program we suggest in order to see as much as possible in only one day, without wasting too much time in transportation. To avoid comings and...
Read More10 Things We Miss from South America
Summary: What do we miss from South America? Here are 10 things we appreciated while traveling in Bolivia and Ecuador that we’re missing now—and a few things we’re not! One of the good things when you travel is that you don’t only enjoy the countries while you’re traveling around—you bring back memories, feelings, experiences, tastes and smells so that your travel keeps on living in your heart and in your mind. The result is that you miss the places you’ve been to and wish to return someday. Six months in South America—half a year! That’s enough time to set up a kind of daily routine and get used to the atmosphere and unique South American way of life. Now that we’re in...
Read MoreThe Secret For an Authentic French Experience
Summary: Bernay is a place you should definitely visit if you love France and want to avoid other touristy places. This typical little Norman town is located only an hour and a half drive from Paris, and will transport you to the French atmosphere you’re looking for: old houses, monuments and a beautiful medieval abbey. This post will give you a good idea about the town—what you can see, do and eat, and why Bernay is so worth visiting. Each country has its own specificities. France’s worldwide reputation for its cheeses is of course not to be questioned, but thank God France is not only about cheese! Located in the middle of the “old continent,” the country also abounds...
Read MoreIntroducing The Sail of Freedom of Rouen – l’Armada de la Liberté
Summary: What an event for boat lovers! The Sail of Freedom of Rouen (l’Armada de la Liberté) has taken place every five years since 1989 and gathers the most beautiful tall ships, warships and other sailing crafts of the world. The festival is one of the most important events in the nautical world. Here is an overview in photos of the festival, along with some information and advice to attract you for the next edition. We were lucky this year to attend the Armada de la Liberté 2013 of Rouen. We decided to go there on a Thursday. We woke up early to enjoy the day as much as possible. Though the weather was cold and rainy, we saw almost all the ships and spent a very...
Read MoreMont Saint Michel, France Top Attractions
Summary: The Mont Saint Michel is one of the most visited monuments in France, and is definitely worth seeing. What is the history of the Mont? Why is the place so unique? Here is a list of the activities, monuments, museums and gastronomic delights that you won’t want to miss, followed by some practical information and advice. France abounds in historical sites, monuments and churches—that’s the main reason people visit the country! This makes for a difficult choice when you have to plan your trip. So let’s make it easier for you. The very famous Mont Saint Michel is a must do—you won’t regret this stop. In one visit you will enjoy dramatic...
Read MoreBaños Travel Guide: the City of a Thousand Hostels
Summary: Baños is a good place to visit when you’re in Ecuador. This very small town in the middle of the mountains offers plenty of activities and sightseeing, so it is really difficult to become bored. After two months in the Galapagos Islands, we didn’t want to spend our last 20 days in the country in a city (though we knew that Cuenca and Quito are really worth seeing), so we decided to choose between Baños and Montanita. We finally chose Baños, as it was totally different than the Galapagos. Here is some information about this small town that you should definitely visit: Why visit Baños? Though some people say Baños is too touristy, it is also a very beautiful area...
Read MoreTractor Pulling Contest in Bernay
Summary: Do you like motor sports and big trucks? Then this post is for you! The annual Tractor Pulling contest in Bernay takes place in the beginning of June, and we had the chance to be there this year to attend the event and share with you some photos of this amazing sport. We arrived to the stadium to attend the so-called Tractor Pulling contest. The sun was gently beating on our skins, giving us this nice warm feeling after a few cold and rainy days. We started to hear the roaring engines of these big tractors, followed by cheers from the audience while we were approaching the contest track. We were wearing our press and VIP badges, as we were invited to cover this...
Read MoreWho we are?
Bassel & Ariane, a couple who quit their jobs to realize their dream "traveling around the world". This travel website is our way to share with you the amazing adventures we have had, with the goal of helping to make your own travels more enjoyable.
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