Le voyage est un retour vers l'essentiel. (Proverbe tibétain)
Coût d'un téléphone portable aux Etats-Unis?
by Cléty
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bonjour à tous,
je pars aux Etats-Unis dans une semaine pour quelques mois et je voudrais savoir combien coûte un téléphone portable et une carte sim, ainsi que les abonnements ou les cartes prépayées.
Est-ce qu'il vaut mieux acheter un portable tribande en France et la carte aux Etats-Unis ou acheter tout là-bas?
Merci pour vos réponses 🙂
Clémentine
Le voyage est un retour vers l'essentiel. (Proverbe tibétain)
Le voyage est un retour vers l'essentiel. (Proverbe tibétain)
Tu peux acheter fort cher d'ailleurs une carte Sim avec un numero de téléphone... certains providers le font mais pas tous, et il y en a beaucoup...
Le mieux, c'est encore d'avoir une carte de téléphone a gratter et d'appeler a partir d'un téléphone public.Par exemple une carte de marque Radiant, te donne a peu près 6 heures de communications vers la France...
Le mieux, c'est encore d'avoir une carte de téléphone a gratter et d'appeler a partir d'un téléphone public.Par exemple une carte de marque Radiant, te donne a peu près 6 heures de communications vers la France...
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow mindedness, all foes to real understanding. Likewise, tolerance, or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime. -- Mark Twain
Salut,
Je voyage aux states avec un téléphone tribande qui m'appartient
et j'ai une formule gratuite monde chez SFR abonnement ABC pro
Je paye quand on m'apelle aux states la communication entre la france et les usa.
Vu certainement je penses les accords qu'ils ont avec les opérateurs américains, ça vaut le coup
c'est pas cher.
Salut,
Merci du tuyau, ça m'intéresse cet abonnement SFR; est-ce que tu pourrais me donner plus d'infos?Combien te coute l'abonnement?Est-ce que tu payes cher la communication quand tu téléphone simplement aux Etats-Unis?
Clémentine
Le voyage est un retour vers l'essentiel. (Proverbe tibétain)
Le voyage est un retour vers l'essentiel. (Proverbe tibétain)
j'ai le même abonnement que toi, et je trouve que cela revient tout de même cher au rapport temps de parlote/prix...
Mais c'est vrai que les filles sont bavardes😊😊
Souvent ce que je fais, j'envoie par SMS le n0 de la cabine, de l'hotel, du portable d'un ami, et on me rappelle d'un telephone fixe en france, avec un forfait illimité vers les USA (fixes ou portables, c'est le meme prix)..ou bien je me fends d'un appel pour la France, mais ça mange vite le forfait🤪
Souvent ce que je fais, j'envoie par SMS le n0 de la cabine, de l'hotel, du portable d'un ami, et on me rappelle d'un telephone fixe en france, avec un forfait illimité vers les USA (fixes ou portables, c'est le meme prix)..ou bien je me fends d'un appel pour la France, mais ça mange vite le forfait🤪
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow mindedness, all foes to real understanding. Likewise, tolerance, or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime. -- Mark Twain
Les com. france USA: me coûte le même prix qu'en france, que ce soit fixe ou mobile, çà c'est dans mon contrat ADSL de club-internet.
Quand à mon contrat SFR, à la louche, car je suis pas capable dans l'immédiat de te donner le prix éxact
(en effet actuellement je suis chez moi et les factures sont au bureau)
Je crois que ça côute dans les 13Euro par moi d'abonnement et après je paye comme le bon vieu téléphone des PTT!!! à lacommunication.
De mémoires c'est pas tres cher, en effet quand je rentre des stades je jette quand même un coup d'oeil à la facture, et ça m'a pas franchement marqué!!!Et pourtant mes collaborateurs restés au boulot ne se gênent pas pour me contacter à tout bout de champs!!!!
D'ici un moment je retourne au bureau je regarderais leprix que çà me côute je t'en verrais le résultat plus tard😉
J'ai une secrétaire d'exception: au téléphone, elle vient de me donner tous les tarifs:
Mon abonnement SFR s'apelle formule ABCpour 7, 59TTC par mois
Quand j'apelle des USA, çà me côute 1, 45TTC par minute
Quand je reçois aux Usa c'est:1, 05 TTC par minute.
C'est vrai pour un voyage court séjour ça peut le faire, mais en partant plusieurs mois.....
l'avantage, c'est qu'on peut te contacter en permanence.
ça rassure souvent la famille et pour moi professionnellement mes collaborateurs.😉
A quel utilisation tu destines ce portable ?
Si c'est pour appeller la france laisse tomber. Prend une carte de tel prepayee a gratter comme on te le suggere, les forfaits portables avec communications vers l'etranger a tarifs raisonnables sont des forfaits pro ultra chers.
Si c'est pour appeller et te faire appeller par les contacts et les amis que tu te feras sur place. Ca me semble plus simple de prendre un cellphone. Par contre tu ne pourras pas prendre d'abonnement puisque pour ça c'est comme la france, faut s'engager sur min 1 ou 2 ans en général. En plus pour un abonnement ils te demanderont un numero de secu que tu n'auras que si tu as un visa de travail la bas. Par contre un prépayé devrait t'aller.
D'une maniere generale les abonnements comme les prepayés sont bcp plus genereux en temps de communications que les equivalents francais MAIS tu payes à la fois pour les appels passé et les appels reçus. Enfin mefies toi des roamings charges que tu payes quand tu as la bougeottes et passes du temps au téléphone en dehors de la région ou tu as souscrit ton forfaits.
Si c'est pour appeller la france laisse tomber. Prend une carte de tel prepayee a gratter comme on te le suggere, les forfaits portables avec communications vers l'etranger a tarifs raisonnables sont des forfaits pro ultra chers.
Si c'est pour appeller et te faire appeller par les contacts et les amis que tu te feras sur place. Ca me semble plus simple de prendre un cellphone. Par contre tu ne pourras pas prendre d'abonnement puisque pour ça c'est comme la france, faut s'engager sur min 1 ou 2 ans en général. En plus pour un abonnement ils te demanderont un numero de secu que tu n'auras que si tu as un visa de travail la bas. Par contre un prépayé devrait t'aller.
D'une maniere generale les abonnements comme les prepayés sont bcp plus genereux en temps de communications que les equivalents francais MAIS tu payes à la fois pour les appels passé et les appels reçus. Enfin mefies toi des roamings charges que tu payes quand tu as la bougeottes et passes du temps au téléphone en dehors de la région ou tu as souscrit ton forfaits.
Après 3 étés en Californie et autour (photos, cartes et carnets sur http://madeinusa.elzz.org) et j'ai fini par aller faire ma vie là-bas (http://something.elzz.org) !
En 2003 j'avais pris un prepayé chez Metro PCS ca m'avait coute $35 par mois pour des appels illimités.
C'etait par contre ultra restreint comme couverture, en dehors de la bay area ou j'etais je payais super chers les appels.
Je ne suis pas sur que MetroPCS soit present dans toutes les villes alors si tu veux te donner une idee plus global tu peux regarder les prix des GoPhones de Cingular. Tu as 2 formules pour les GoPhones, la vraie carte prepayée $1 par jour, $.10 la minutes, ou une formule au mois la moins cheres etant a $30 pour 200min si je ne dis pas de betises.
Je ne suis pas sur que MetroPCS soit present dans toutes les villes alors si tu veux te donner une idee plus global tu peux regarder les prix des GoPhones de Cingular. Tu as 2 formules pour les GoPhones, la vraie carte prepayée $1 par jour, $.10 la minutes, ou une formule au mois la moins cheres etant a $30 pour 200min si je ne dis pas de betises.
Après 3 étés en Californie et autour (photos, cartes et carnets sur http://madeinusa.elzz.org) et j'ai fini par aller faire ma vie là-bas (http://something.elzz.org) !
Je rajoute que chez MetroPCS j'avais du debourser un peu pour le telephone lui meme, $45 il me semble pour le tout tout premier prix (en 2003, avec la grosse antenne qui depasse, l'ecran en cristaux liquide, etc... C'etait un peu la honte de le sortir en soirée 😛)
Après 3 étés en Californie et autour (photos, cartes et carnets sur http://madeinusa.elzz.org) et j'ai fini par aller faire ma vie là-bas (http://something.elzz.org) !
Bonjour,
je viens de lire ton message. Le tel portable tribande est necessaire pour rester en contact avec ta famille en France cependant moi je suis aux USA a San Francisco depuis 2 semaine et je viens de prendre un portable avec un numero de tel d ici, cela m a couter 22 dollars TTC soit 16.92 Euros avec le reseau qui couvre le mieux les states Cingular et si ta famille a free je crois que les appels somt gratuits.Ca depend du temps que tu vas rester.Les contacts sont faciles et t as toujours un carnet d adresse qui grandit vite. j espere que ca t aidera
A+ Stephanie
je viens de lire ton message. Le tel portable tribande est necessaire pour rester en contact avec ta famille en France cependant moi je suis aux USA a San Francisco depuis 2 semaine et je viens de prendre un portable avec un numero de tel d ici, cela m a couter 22 dollars TTC soit 16.92 Euros avec le reseau qui couvre le mieux les states Cingular et si ta famille a free je crois que les appels somt gratuits.Ca depend du temps que tu vas rester.Les contacts sont faciles et t as toujours un carnet d adresse qui grandit vite. j espere que ca t aidera
A+ Stephanie
le tribande est necessaire si tu veux un telephone qui marche a la fois en france ET aux etats-unis. Pour un telephone acheter la bas qui ne servira que la bas, pas la peine.
Cingular (bon moi j'ai pris ca aussi) mais je precise que le titre de meilleur operateur ils s'en reclament un peu tous 😉
Pour free je repete ta famille t'appel gratos mais toi ca te compte quand meme des minutes normalement, puisque les appels entrant ET sortant sont decomptés de ton forfait.
Pour le carnet d'adresse qui grandit vite je ne peux qu'être d'accord, mais c'est peut être une particularité de la BA 😛
Cingular (bon moi j'ai pris ca aussi) mais je precise que le titre de meilleur operateur ils s'en reclament un peu tous 😉
Pour free je repete ta famille t'appel gratos mais toi ca te compte quand meme des minutes normalement, puisque les appels entrant ET sortant sont decomptés de ton forfait.
Pour le carnet d'adresse qui grandit vite je ne peux qu'être d'accord, mais c'est peut être une particularité de la BA 😛
Après 3 étés en Californie et autour (photos, cartes et carnets sur http://madeinusa.elzz.org) et j'ai fini par aller faire ma vie là-bas (http://something.elzz.org) !
Salut,
Je vais aux Etats unis pour 3 mois a partir d'avril (wash DC), et j'aurais voulu savoir kel choix parmis ceux que tu as fait, tu me proposerai? Sachant qu'il sera principalement utilisé pour des appels locaux (vers d'autres cellphone). Je voulais savoir comment on sait si notre portable est tribande ou non (utilisable ou non aux US si j'ai bien compris?). Pour ma part j'ai un sony ericson K610i que j'ai acheter en décembre dernier.
Merci d'avance!
Je vais aux Etats unis pour 3 mois a partir d'avril (wash DC), et j'aurais voulu savoir kel choix parmis ceux que tu as fait, tu me proposerai? Sachant qu'il sera principalement utilisé pour des appels locaux (vers d'autres cellphone). Je voulais savoir comment on sait si notre portable est tribande ou non (utilisable ou non aux US si j'ai bien compris?). Pour ma part j'ai un sony ericson K610i que j'ai acheter en décembre dernier.
Merci d'avance!
TJ'Prod
salut,
je suis d accord avc Clementine pour voir si ton portable est tribande, pour ce qui est d ici tout le monde qui reste 3 mois prend le Cingular c celui qui a la meilleure couverture. Moi ca fait pas tout a fait un mois que j y suis, je reste 3 mois dc je rentre en mai.Un tel port ici est necessaire. Que viens tu faire aux USA, auel est ton projet.
A + Stf
je suis d accord avc Clementine pour voir si ton portable est tribande, pour ce qui est d ici tout le monde qui reste 3 mois prend le Cingular c celui qui a la meilleure couverture. Moi ca fait pas tout a fait un mois que j y suis, je reste 3 mois dc je rentre en mai.Un tel port ici est necessaire. Que viens tu faire aux USA, auel est ton projet.
A + Stf
Bonjour!
Je vais partir aux USA en Février pour 6 mois, et je suis en train de me renseigner pour un téléphone portable sur place. Mais de ce que j'en ai compris, la personne qui reçoit les appels sur place paye? Est-ce que cela est vrai pour tous les opérateurs ou cela dépend du forfait choisi? Ma famille en France a une Neuf Box qui permet d'appeler sur les portables aux Etats Unis gratuitement. Mais au final, ceci ne serait donc pas le bon plan puisque celui qui reçoit les appels paye également? Quelqu'un pourrait-il donc m'éclairer sur les principes de cette facturation? Bonne journée!
Je vais partir aux USA en Février pour 6 mois, et je suis en train de me renseigner pour un téléphone portable sur place. Mais de ce que j'en ai compris, la personne qui reçoit les appels sur place paye? Est-ce que cela est vrai pour tous les opérateurs ou cela dépend du forfait choisi? Ma famille en France a une Neuf Box qui permet d'appeler sur les portables aux Etats Unis gratuitement. Mais au final, ceci ne serait donc pas le bon plan puisque celui qui reçoit les appels paye également? Quelqu'un pourrait-il donc m'éclairer sur les principes de cette facturation? Bonne journée!
oui aux US, tu payes pour les appels sortant ET entrant; quand on t'appelle (de France ou d'ailleurs, US ou pas) tu as tes minutes de debitees aussi ! chez tous les operateurs, et quelque soit le forfait.😠
"Le monde est un livre et ceux qui ne voyagent pas n'en lisent qu'une page." (Saint Augustin)
Merci pour la réponse!
En clair il est plus valable d'utiliser des cartes prépayées, comme il est précisé plus haut dans le forum 😉?!
Et dans le cas d'une ligne téléphonique fixe? Si l'on veut rester en contact avec la France, le meilleur moyen reste internet (type Skype ou MSN), ou un bon vieux téléphone?
Merci par avance!
Pierre-Jean
En clair il est plus valable d'utiliser des cartes prépayées, comme il est précisé plus haut dans le forum 😉?!
Et dans le cas d'une ligne téléphonique fixe? Si l'on veut rester en contact avec la France, le meilleur moyen reste internet (type Skype ou MSN), ou un bon vieux téléphone?
Merci par avance!
Pierre-Jean
Le mieux sont les cartes a gratter qui permettent de telephoner de son lieu de travail par exemple. D'un autre cote les connections internet gratuites sont disponibles presque partout est Skype est bien pratique dans ce cas.
J'ai achete un cellphone a Walmart 10-15 dollar:www.tracfone.com. Les unites reviennent assez cher (pour moi) mais c'est le meme prix pour les US ou la France mais c'est pour depanner!
Bonjour,
Je pars en aout pour 1 an aux USA pour mes études je vais donc surment avoir besoin d'un téléphone portable.
Si j'ai bien compris l'opérateur le plus avantageux c'est Cingular avec le plus grande couverture. Est-ce que ça signifie que l'on peut passer des appels vers tous les autres états du pays?
Merci
Bonjour,
Moi aussi je pars pour 3 semaines sur NYC, Nouvelle Angleterre et Quebec. Je pensais emmener mon portable et acheter une carte sur place, principalement pour confirmer mes hébergements ou des choses de ce genre, donc que du local à priori mais à travers plusieurs états de l'eSt + Quebec. Le but est de ne pas courrir après les cabines téléphoniques. Que me conseillez vous ?
bonjour ma femme vient de partir pour 3 semaine a san fransisco je voudrais savoir si il et possible vue que je dispose de club internet et que les apel son gratuit sur les fixe au etats unis, je voudrais savoir si je peu egalement l'apeler gratuitement sur une cabine telephonique a san fransisco car elel ne veut pas derangé sa famille sur leur fixe merci de votre reponse
Bonjour,
je viens de lire votre question sur les téléphones portables à utiliser aux USA et Québec et je voulais savoir comment vous aviez fait pendant votre séjour. En effet, nous partons à 2 familles pour un circuit itinérant en Nouvelle Angleterre et au Québec et nous souhaiterions être en mesure de pouvoir communiquer entre nous pendant notre séjour. Merci d'avance pour vos conseils.
je viens de lire votre question sur les téléphones portables à utiliser aux USA et Québec et je voulais savoir comment vous aviez fait pendant votre séjour. En effet, nous partons à 2 familles pour un circuit itinérant en Nouvelle Angleterre et au Québec et nous souhaiterions être en mesure de pouvoir communiquer entre nous pendant notre séjour. Merci d'avance pour vos conseils.
donc, y a pas moyen d'achter une simple carte sim made in usa et reçevoir des appel venant d'europe sans pour autant payé aussi.
ce que je veux dire ici en belgique lorsque un personne nous appelle d'afrique par exemple ben on reçoit le coup de fil mais on paye pas c la personne qui appelle qui paye. donc pourquoi pas aux usa?
ce que je veux dire ici en belgique lorsque un personne nous appelle d'afrique par exemple ben on reçoit le coup de fil mais on paye pas c la personne qui appelle qui paye. donc pourquoi pas aux usa?
J'ai pas encore vécu tant que j'ai pas tout vu
Bonjour,
Ce que vous évoquez est simplement dû au principe de facturation des téléphones mobiles américains. Aux USA, vous payez quand vous appelez, mais aussi quand vous recevez. Un forfait 2 heures, c'est deux heures d'appels émis ou reçus... Donc avec une carte sim US, vous payerez les communications reçues.
L'idéal c'est d'acheter une carte pour appeler dans une cabine téléphonique. C'est le moins cher et le plus flexible. Mais c'est plus compliqué pour être joint...
Bonne journée!
Ce que vous évoquez est simplement dû au principe de facturation des téléphones mobiles américains. Aux USA, vous payez quand vous appelez, mais aussi quand vous recevez. Un forfait 2 heures, c'est deux heures d'appels émis ou reçus... Donc avec une carte sim US, vous payerez les communications reçues.
L'idéal c'est d'acheter une carte pour appeler dans une cabine téléphonique. C'est le moins cher et le plus flexible. Mais c'est plus compliqué pour être joint...
Bonne journée!
Bonjour
Un tuyau : achetez un talkie walkie dans un Walmart dès votre arrivée (avec la précieuse glacière 😛)
C'est ce que nous ferons car nous sommes également 2 familles. 😎 Nous sommes partis au printemps un week end en France avec ces mêmes amis et je peux vous dire que le nb de coups de tél entre nous en 1 seule journée est impressionnant....🏴☠️
Bon voyage 🙂🙂
Un tuyau : achetez un talkie walkie dans un Walmart dès votre arrivée (avec la précieuse glacière 😛)
C'est ce que nous ferons car nous sommes également 2 familles. 😎 Nous sommes partis au printemps un week end en France avec ces mêmes amis et je peux vous dire que le nb de coups de tél entre nous en 1 seule journée est impressionnant....🏴☠️
Bon voyage 🙂🙂
valerie
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Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Hi there,
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Hi there,
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here's a tip for future visitors!
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
Hi everyone,
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hey everyone!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
Hello,
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan