Is travel insurance really essential? This is a question that many travelers ask themselves. It’s often one of the most overlooked expenses on a trip abroad, but beware: here’s a list of common misconceptions, with answers to help you make the right choice. No need for travel insurance, my credit card will cover the costs […]
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Hiking can be done anywhere, but a tour of the world’s most beautiful places is always more fun! Whatever your destination, travel insurance is highly recommended. The Torres del Paine circuit (Chile) A 10-day hike in this national park offers sublime scenery. This reserve is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Walls of pink granite reaching
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Historically rich and politically controversial, Russia is an astonishing destination that never leaves you indifferent. You’ll be won over by their friendliness and the famous Russian soul, charged with extreme joy and stubborn melancholy. As the world’s largest country, Russia is a land of adventure at the foot of Europe. What’s more, few people speak
There are places on this earth that remain inaccessible to tourists from all over the world. Here we take a look at some of the forbidden islands. The island of Poveglia This island, located near Venice, is off-limits and under surveillance by the Italian government. Infamous for having become a plague decontamination center in the
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A few years ago, France signed agreements with several countries to promote youth exchanges. This agreement is called the Working Holiday Visa. It was first signed between Japan and France in January 1999, then with New Zealand in June 1999, with Canada in October 2003 and withAustralia in November 2003. Today, it is available to
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Packing can easily become a headache and a real chore for many of us, especially women. In the end, you often end up taking more than you need and ending up with excess baggage at airport check-in. How you organize your suitcase will depend above all on your destination and the type of trip you’re
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When you travel abroad, even with a rental car, you may need to take out insurance. However, you need to be careful, as some guarantees may already be included in the rental contract, in your car or home insurance policy, or even with certain credit cards. Understanding rental car insurance If you decide to rent
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The New Zealand Working Holiday Visa (WHV) is an agreement signed to promote exchanges between the two countries. French, Canadian and Belgian nationals can apply for a 12-month visa, renewable for 3 months under certain conditions. The cost of the visa is 208$NZ, with a lead time of about one week. Conditions to apply Your
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The Working Holiday Visa (WHV) in Singapore is an agreement signed between France and Singapore to promote exchanges between the two countries. This Singapore WHP does not apply to Belgium and Canada. French nationals may apply for a non-renewable 6-month period. The cost of the Visa is $150 (+$30 for the multiple entrance), which you
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PVT in Russia: a real or illusory deal? In 2009, Russia and France signed a PVT(Working Holiday Program) agreement.The France-Russia PVT allows young people aged 18 to 30 to go on vacation to Russia, while at the same time giving them the chance to work. For Russia, the PVT visa is valid for 4 months,
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