Bonjour à tous 😉
Ca y est nous nous sommes décidés avec ma compagne pour la destination de notre premier grand voyage hors d'Europe ... et il s'agit de la Floride.
Je voudrais pleinement profiter de ce voyage en amoureux que nous voulons realiser
sans l'aide d'un tour opérator ( Madame à toute confiance en moi .... pour l'instant lol)
Suite aux differents commentaires que j ai pu voir sur le forum je me suis fais une premiere
idée de ce que pourrai etre notre parcours durant notre voyage en fonction de nos envies.
Madame adorant le soleil et les plages et pour ma part les beaux paysages et les villes colorées et festives.
Pour l'avion au départ de paris mon choix se porterai sur corsairfly pour ses tarifs avantageux .
Jour 1) Départ de Paris le 15 juillet (dimanche) pour une arrivée à Miami vers 14h30 heure locale.
J'ai prévu de louer une voiture à l'aéroport par l'intermédiaire du site internet rentalcars. Est ce un choix judicieux. (Les tarifs et la description des options de la location me semble interessant.)
Nous comptons louer un hotel à Miami Beach (de préférence dans le sud aux vues des nombreux avis que j'ai pu lire.) Lequel pouvez vous me conseiller sachant que nous sommes un jeune couple aux moyens limités. (90 dollars la nuit maxi)
Les hotels sont très nombreux et le choix est difficile ..... surtout que les places de parking compris avec le prix de la chambre se font très rare......
Jour 2) Visite de Miami ... et baignade ...
Nuit à Miami
Jour 3) Départ pour KEYWEST visite et promenade .
Nuit à Key West (Best Western Hibiscus Key West ) il est plus chere que notre budget mais on voulait se faire plaisir pour un hotel durant notre parcours ....
Jour 4) Journée à KEYWEST avec retour sur MIAMI en fin de journée.
Nuit à Miami (toujours south beach )
Jour 5) depart pour les Everglades . Ma compagne tient à voir des crocodiles et à faire un tour en airboat ... que pouvez vous me conseiller ....
Arrivée en fin de journée à NAPLES pour profiter du coucher du soleil et de la beauté des lieux (d'après ce que j ai pu lire ...)
Nuit à Naples ( Best Western Naples Innand suites ) prix abordable et le cadre à l air agréable.
Jour 6) Visite de Naples.
Retour sur Miami en fin de journée .
Nuit à Miami south beach.
Nous voulons profiter du week end à Miami pour bouger un peu. y a t il un endroit sympa pour sortir le samedi soir dans south beach?
Jour 7) Baignade et sortie du samedi soir à Miami South beach
Jour 8) C'est la ma plus grosse intérogation 🤪... Remonter la cote pour profiter des paysages. et faire une halte dans un hotel le soir. (COCOA par exemple)
Nous voulons aller à disney à orlando le lendemain. Donc pour éviter de faire trop de route dans la meme journée entre Miami et Orlando je cherche un point de relais sur la cote qui nous permettra de partir tot le lendemain et de profiter pleinement d'un jour dans un des nombreux parcs. (parc à détérminer également ... nous cherchons un parc avec pas mal d'animation genre manège à sensation et ou reigne la féérie de disney malgré tout .... En existe t'il un qui reponde à ce critère?)
Nuit dans une ville à déterminer.
Jour 9) Journée dans un des parcs de Disney ...
Fin de journée retour à l'hotel dans lequel nous aurons dormi la veille .... (permettant ainsi de ne pas avoir nos valises dans la voiture durant la journée à disney)
Jour 10) Retour à Miami. Baignade et repos pour le dernier jour.
Nuit à Miami South Beach
Jour 11) Depart mercredi 25 juillet de l'aéroport de Miami en fin de journée (20h30) pour Paris.
Repos le matin avec baignade.
Retour du véhicule de location à L'aéroport .
Nous pensons etre à l'aéroport sur le coup des 16h pour rendre le véhicule et ne pas etre stresser par les formalités administratives pour prendre l'avion.
Que pensez vous de mon planning ... J'ai essayé de faire plaisir à ma compagne qui veut absolument profiter de miami et de ses plages tout en ne restant pas cloisonné durant 10 jours la bas...
Avez vous des lieux à me conseiller qui sont sur mon parcours ....
ou des restos sympa ( Aie Aie les calories ......😛) lol.
Pour le circuit, je resterais flemmardé une journée complète à Key West (2 nuits). Puis retour par Florida City, à quelques km d'Alligator Farm (crocodiles, airboat). Tu peux aussi choisir un des "parcs" à crocos sur la route Tamiami Trail, ou à Everglades City.
De Naples (joli plage, mais ville vite vue), tu pourrais rejoindre Orlando par Port Charlotte et Tampa.
Hôtel BW Hibiscus à Key West très bien. Tout près du centre à pied, parking gratuit, piscine. 🙂 Salle du ptit déj. un peu exigüe.
$90 par nuit à Miami Beach parking inclus...! 🏴☠️ Ça va être diffiile à trouver. 😕
Oui j ai remarqué que ca serai hard pour trouver un parking gratuit avec ce budget ..... 🤪
Donc on verra pour garer la voiture dans un parking gerer par la ville qui a l'air d'etre le moins chere ... puis vue que nous ne passons pas tout notre sejour sur miami on pourra dissocier le budget hotel du budget parking .... les autres hotels etant avec parking gratuit.
Donc budget chambre d'hotel reste à 90 dollars sans le parking .... lol
Merci pour ton idée de passer par tampa ca a l'air chouette.
Est ce que les plages a keywest sont magnifique?
parce que l'idée s'y flemarder une journée de plus ne me dérangerai pas .... lol
Location de voiture : je loue toujours avec Alamo et n'ai jamais eu de probleme.
Allez voir sur le site , faite une simulation. avec le surclassement Gold, on rend la voiture sans avoir besoin de faire le plein et le GPS est inclus.
Les Keys n'ont pas beaucoup d'interet, mais cela n'engage que moi. La route est longue, ennuyeuse, une seule voie et souvent beaucoup de monde.
Miami n'est pas ma ville favorite mais je voyage avec des enfants alors c'est différent.
Les pages à Miami ne sont pas très belles, en revanche les plages du golfe du Mexique sont magnifiques.
Naples est tranquille, résidentiel, sable blanc, eau transparente.
Cocoa beach, aucun interet, c'est juste des plages.
Concernant Orlando et les parcs, si vous voulez des sensations fortes, je recommande Universal Studio plutot que Disney.
Il existe 2 parcs Universal : choisir Universal's Islands of Adventure sensations fortes garanties !
Sinon il y 4 parcs Disney à Orlando qui sont tous différents.
Le mieux pour faire son choix de parc est d'aller regarder sur leurs sites.
Attention aux distances entre les différentes villes.
Pour les crocodiles, il y a plusieurs fermes sur la route entre Miami et Naples. Prévoir lotion anti-moustiques, sinon
on peut en acheter sur place.
Dernière chose , la route entre Miami et Orlando , soit c'est de l'autoroute ( florida's turnpike)et vous y êtes en 4 heures,
soit vous longez un peu plus la cote ( I-95 ) qui prendra un peu plus de temps mais qui passe plus vers le bord de la côte.
Key West, c'est pas pour les plages, 🤪 mais pour la ville.
On peut trouver des sorties marines en tous genres, mais ce n'est pas donné. 😕
Ça vaut le coup, tout de même. 🙂
qd tu parles des plages de Naples ca donne envie de rester plus longtemps dans le golfe du mexique ....
pour le parc bonne idée surtout qu on n'a pas universal studio en france ... ca changera 😎
Et bien à Miami on recherche le coté festif .. car nous voyageons en couple ... par contre est ce que le week end est plus animé la bas? ou mieux vaut il passer le week end dans le golfe du mexique? dans une ville animé s'il en existe une ....
Le choix de Cocoa est juste pour une raison pratique pour faire la route le long de la cote et etre a proximiter des parcs d'attraction (2h de route maxi).
Mais si le golfe du mexique est plus interessant a faire pour profiter des plages et d'endroit pour sortir je rechercherai un hotel nous permettant de nous rapprocher d'Orlando mais la du coté Ouest ....
Pour les Everglades merci pour le conseil du produit anti moustique j'ai cru comprendre qu'ils etaient très nombreux la bas ....🤪
Merci Herikles .
de toute facon il y a une piscine à l'hotel pour se baigner ... 😛
ca va etre sympa de visiter key west ....
y a t'il un endroit en particulier que tu pourrai me conseiller de visiter la bas?
ou un resto à ne pas manquer?
Effectivement les plus belles plages se trouvent sur le Golfe du Mexique, mais pour les sorties le soir en couple, je pense que Miami est plus fun.
C'est vrai que c'est plus logique si on est à Naples de remonter sur Orlando via Tampa .
Vous pouvez faire un stop vers Sarasota, Clearwater ou St Petersburg
Pour rentrer dans les boites et les clubs branchés de Miami par contre ce n'est pas si facile que ça, mais Miami reste une ville très animée le soir, beaucoup plus que les villes côté Ouest.
Pour ma part, j'aurais choisi pour l'aérien Paris -Miami pour l'aller et Orlando-Paris pour le retour, afin d'éviter beaucoup de route.
Mais je pense que les billets seront plus chers car il n'y a que Air France qui a des vols direct Orlando-Paris 3 fois par semaine.
Pour les Key's c'est selon votre choix mais effectivement, compte tenu que la route est très longue depuis Miami, mieux vaut y rester 2 nuits.
Pour Hotel Miami max 90 €, ça va pas être simple surtout si vous voulez être vers South beach.
Selon l'hôtel choisi, il y a les parkings publics qui sont moins chers mais ça dépend de l'endroit ou vous serez.
salut a tous
je prepare un tour du monde et je recherche des bons plans pour les logements aux etats unis
avez vous des petits prix a me partager svp
merci
Hello! The itinerary is pretty much set for August 2026. Yeah, I know it’s gonna be *super* hot. But it’s the only time we can get away.
So, here’s the plan: Montpellier-CDG-Dallas.
Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026:
Car rental – check,
Hotels – check,
Itinerary – almost check,
Photo gear – check,
Budget – check, 🤪
Meal planning – meh, we’ll see...
Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
And now, without too much detail...
Fort Worth:
The Longhorns and the Stockyards;
JR’s ranch (for the missus);
Medal of Honor Museum – Arlington.
Houston and NASA Space Center:
See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains:
El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum:
Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona:
Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque:
Santa Fe,
Turquoise Trail,
Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66:
Old Route 66 in the city;
Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas:
JFK Museum;
Perot Museum;
West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary.
Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between:
- The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc.
- The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road.
Thanks for your input!
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes:
- East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop
- West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon!
Marcalamar 🙂
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?
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!!
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.
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!
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?
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?
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 🙂
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 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?
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!
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
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!
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!
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
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
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!
