Journeys of a lifetime

Born in the '60s, I am part of Generation X. Travel is the common thread of my existence, woven through my family environment, my professional career, and my hobbies.

39 years of experience in the transport sector

I worked for nearly four decades in the transport sector, from night trains to aviation. Through this blog, I want to share this unique travel experience with you, through my stories, practical advice, and reflections.

Welcome to my blog,

Jacques

Author: Egypt

By rail or by sea: my latest articles

In this section, I share my journeys by train—many of them—and by sea—a few—across the world. Through travel stories, practical advice, and analysis, I offer a dual perspective: that of a transport professional and a traveler.

High-Speed Rail in China: Analysis of the World Leader

High-Speed Rail in China: Analysis of the World Leader

Fourth installment of my investigation: analysis of the Chinese high-speed rail model and the reasons for its success.
My practical tips for traveling by train in China

My practical tips for traveling by train in China

Third article in this series: all my practical tips for traveling more easily by train in China.
Night Trains in China: My Experience

Night Trains in China: My Experience

Second part of my investigation: I tested Chinese night trains, from classic sleepers to high-speed night trains.
China: what high-speed trains are really like — my test

China: what high-speed trains are really like — my test

The first article in my investigation into Chinese trains: my feedback after my daytime high-speed journeys.
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World discoveries: my latest articles

At the end of a journey by train, ship, or plane, there are places, landscapes, and encounters waiting to be discovered. In this section, I share stories of my urban explorations, nature getaways, and longer journeys around the world.

My motto: "Take your time and don't try to see everything."

My specialty: sharing maps to help you find your way, as well as my traveler's tips.

Skye, Highlands by Train and Edinburgh: the Best of Scotland

Skye, Highlands by Train and Edinburgh: the Best of Scotland

Discovering Scotland between the magnificent landscapes of the Isle of Skye, a spectacular train journey, and the historic charm of Edinburgh.
Keys to a Successful Independent Trip to Egypt

Keys to a Successful Independent Trip to Egypt

Contrary to popular belief, traveling independently in Egypt is easy, thanks to a highly developed tourism infrastructure.
Egypt by the sea: Marsa Matruh, Alexandria and Sinai

Egypt by the sea: Marsa Matruh, Alexandria and Sinai

We discovered Egypt's cultural and geographical contrasts between the Mediterranean and the Red Sea.
En route to the little-known oasis of Siwa

En route to the little-known oasis of Siwa

The Siwa oasis has to be earned, as it takes nine hours by car to reach it from Cairo. But once there, it's an enchantment!
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Insights on travel : my latest articles

This section brings together the pieces that defy categorisation, shaped by whatever inspires me at the time: reflections, stories from the past, portraits, and more—but always with a connection to travel.

What Five Years at SkyTeam Taught Me About Airline Alliances

What Five Years at SkyTeam Taught Me About Airline Alliances

Five years at SkyTeam convinced me that airline alliances bring people closer and transcend borders, far beyond mere business.
Was it better to travel by plane in the 80s?

Was it better to travel by plane in the 80s?

Since the 1980s, air travel has evolved considerably. Was it better in the old days? I answer to this question in this article.
My very own America

My very own America

How can travel enrich your life? My experience with my trips to the United States in the 1980s.
How I started my blog

How I started my blog

Discover how I created my travel blog: choosing WordPress, visual identity, editorial strategy, SEO, and practical advice
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