BAHAMAS

BAHAMAS

Archipelago of over 700 islands, the Bahamas stretch over 1,000 kilometers southeast of Florida. Only a few islands are inhabited. These islands offer stunning landscapes of sandy beaches and turquoise water bodies out of sight.

  The seabed is a giant aquarium where diving enthusiasts can discover fascinating species including sharks, rays, massive corals, etc. An ideal destination for those seeking luxury and relaxation and diving enthusiasts.

Swim with dolphins, get married on a beach, discover the beauty of underwater funds or wiggle during local festivals here all dreams are possible. Discover a paradise on earth.
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Passport / Visa / Formalities

To get to the Bahamas, a valid passport even six months after the date of return is sufficient. It does not need a visa for a stay of less than three months.
transport

To get to the Bahamas, the fastest way is by air. In general, from France you will make a stopover in Miami, USA. Once there, you can go by plane or decide to reach the capital by boat, embarking on a cruise.

Airports
Grand Bahama Airport serves the island of Grand Bahama in the north of the archipelago. It hosts local and international flights in two different terminals.
The airport is a few miles from Freeport, the main town of the island.

The island resorts generally provide a shuttle to get their clients to the airport. If it does not, you will find taxis at all hours of the day, which will take you downtown.
General
Plan to rent a car because on most islands there is no public transportation. The bike or scooter can also be a good solution, especially for small islands.

To get from one island to another, you can choose between the plane and the boat.

If you rent a car, remember that driving is on the left.
Car rental
Some islands, the largest, like the island of Grand Bahama, need to rent a car.

Expect to pay about 70 euros per day minimum.

Peru

Peru

For anyone wishing to discover Latin America, Peru is a great destination: the Pacific beaches to the Andes, to the Amazon rainforest, it offers travelers a wide variety of landscapes of the continent. It is also in Peru that can explore the Inca civilization and Machu Picchu. The historic center of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas are of course to explore.

Coastal countries of South America, with the north of Ecuador and Colombia, Brazil and Bolivia to the east, Chile to the far south. Its capital Lima to Lake Titicaca, the Peruvian ingenuity translates into architecture altitude more often, such delicious food and a whole lot of crafts to discover and buy.

Do not hesitate to launch the conquest of that country too little known.
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Passport / Visa / Formalities

No visa is required for citizens of the European Union. A valid passport is required. The residence time allowed is three months (possible extension easily).
transport

Peru has no less than twelve airports, the most important are those of Lima, Cuzco and Arequipa. The Lan Peru airlines, Aerocontinente, Tans, Star Aerocondor up and ensure domestic routes.

The Air France and Iberia airlines will allow you to go from Paris to Lima. However, no direct flights, you will go through the United States in the first case, and Spain in the second.

Ecuador

Ecuador

Small in size, Ecuador is a great country for the variety of landscapes that can offer the traveler. Located to the west of South America, surrounded by Peru to the south and Colombia to the north, it takes its name from its position on the equator.

The coast, the Sierra, the Amazon and the Galapagos Islands are the four major geographic regions of Ecuador, and represent many climatic, geographical and cultural contrasts.
The resorts
Province Guavas also has wonderful beaches and resorts frequented by lovers of underwater fishing and water sports.

A few kilometers from Guayaquil, in the Santa Elena Peninsula, the city of Salinas has numerous hotels, casinos, restaurants, seaside and even a yacht club very modern.

From Salinas, one can go to other nearby beaches such as: Ballenita, Punta Carnero and La Puntilla, Playas, the fishing port of Posorja, Manglar Alto, Montañita, Palmar and Punta Blanca.
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Passport / Visa / Formalities

French citizens who make a holiday of less than 90 days in Ecuador do not need a visa to enter the country.
  They are granted a residence permit for 90 days, on presentation of their passport, boarding pass or drop-off and a return ticket.
transport

Airports
Simon Bolivar International Airport (Guayaquil).
International Airport Mariscal Antonio José de Sucre (Quito).
Ecuador has a number of domestic air terminals in the country. Domestic airlines offer daily flights throughout the country.

A fee of $ 25 USD is payable when leaving the country by air.
General
Road conditions are average. Difficult issue during the rainy season. Frequent road accidents.

Bolivia

Bolivia

The peaks of the Andes, the vast Altiplano at over 3,000 m, Lake Titicaca, the cradle of pre-Columbian civilizations, vertical drop to the Amazon rainforest, the vast pampas of Bolivia are a mosaic of landscapes breathtaking, but also to various Indian populations living well identities.

Physical but a popular destination, which will delight fans of the great outdoors and authentic civilizations.
peoples
The Bolivian population consists mostly of Amerindian ethnic groups: Quechua and Aymara, Panos Chipayas, Araucos, Chapacuras, Guarani ... Most kept intact their lifestyles, traditions and customs. Ancient religions - worship the sun, the Pachamama ... - and even magic are still alive. The meeting of these people was a real culture shock.

Take the precaution of asking permission before taking a picture of a person. Be respectful of traditions, culture and religion.
Know that rural Indian populations face serious economic difficulties and are concentrated in the cities with the usual social consequences that can not simply be hidden under the colorful traditional costumes ...
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Passport / Visa / Formalities

A valid passport is sufficient to enter Bolivia. Ask the cachet worth residence permit 30 days on arrival in the country.
transport

Airports
Santa Cruz
The Santa Cruz airport hosts many international flights. It is located 16 km from the city.

Count 8 euros by taxi to rally downtown. A bus service runs between 6 am and 20 pm.
General
Good to know: it is cheaper to arrive by plane in neighboring countries - Argentina, Colombia and Peru - and enter Bolivia by road.
taxis
Most convenient for getting around the city is the taxicab, recognizable by its sign on the roof, which includes the phone number of his company. The fare is 0.60 euros for 1-4 passengers.

Feel free to call from your hotel or restaurant. Prefer these to the radio taxis "taxis" certainly less "expensive", but often denounced as accomplices in theft attempts by so-called "police".

Guyana

Guyana

Located on the northern Atlantic coast of South America, Guyana is the only South American country to have English as the official language. It also led to the left.

Meaning "land of many waters" in Native American, Guyana has many rivers and waterfalls through a vast rainforest.
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Passport / Visa / Formalities

Passport validity of at least six months.
No visa required under 90 days.
transport

Airports
Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Visit our website.
Local transportation
Vehicles registered in France do not have the right to move to Guyana.
Driving is on the left. Poor road network.
Obligation to hold an international license to drive in Guyana.

Venezuela

Venezuela

Bordered on the north by the Caribbean Sea to the north-east by the Atlantic Ocean, on the east by Guyana, on the south by Brazil, and to the southwest and west by Colombia, Venezuela offers landscapes as varied as they are fascinating.

An unknown destination that will satisfy the hardcore hikers (Andes) as travelers seeking tranquility and sunshine (beaches on the Caribbean Sea).
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Passport / Visa / Formalities

Passport valid. Visa requirements only for longer than three months' duration.
transport

Airports
Simon Bolivar International Airport
The airport is 22 miles from downtown Caracas (about 35 minute ride).
Shuttles to the city center from 9 am to 20 pm, every 10 minutes, bus and taxi (around 30 USD to get to Caracas by taxi).
Departure tax for international flights: 21 USD.
stations ferrovières
There are no trains in Venezuela.
bus stations
Buses serve all cities. Some journeys can take a dozen hours. Warning: There is all kinds of buses, the most rudimentary to the most luxurious. In each city, go to the bus station for more information.
subway
Caracas metro
Visit Caracas Metro.
taxis
Taxis por puesto are big American engined 70s when the driver starts the vehicle 5 seats are occupied. It's a bit more expensive than the bus but it is very comfortable and if you pay five places at once, it becomes like a private vehicle.

Official taxis have yellow plates. Others are called "Pirata" (pirates) and need to haggle the price before you get. Official taxis from the airport of Caracas will ask about the $ 20 to the city center.

Colombia

Colombia

Only country in South America to have coastlines on the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, Colombia suffers from a reputation that does not always promote the visit. It should not actually go anywhere. 

The country has, for example, on the Caribbean coast of beautiful tourist developments, moreover, usually ignored by European travelers. 

The resorts 

The archipelago San André 

Located at the height of Nicaragua, these remote islands 700 km from the Colombian coast are a haven protected by palm trees and coral reefs. 

The sea is expected to take up to 7 different shades of blue. 

We can go jet skiing, windsurfing, volleyball or beach soccer. 

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Passport / Visa / Formalities 

For tourists with a ticket to / a visa from 30 to 90 days, renewable at the "Directorate of Aliens" ("dirección de extranjería") after payment of a fee, is affixed to the passport arrival at airports. 

transport 

Airports 

Rafael Núñez airport 

It is 20 minutes from Cartagena. 

General 

The poor condition of roads and local habits (speeding, drunk driving, disrespect of traffic) make driving dangerous! 

Note that intercity buses are sometimes the target of armed attacks, especially in outlying areas of the country groups. 

The main means of transport in the country: 

Coach: different grade levels and services are offered. 

Aerovans (minibus). 

Ejecutivos (large, comfortable coaches with toilets, services hostess on board). 

Collectivos: These taxis are shared between several occupants and can go anywhere in the country. 

Taxi: metered in large cities (in the rest of the country prices are set in advance by sector). Opportunity to negotiate a taxi for a long distance. 

Train: there is only one train, the Tren Turistico de la Sabana (between Bogota and Nemocón).