Je serai le 16,17,18 septembre à LAS VEGAS, je compte passer une nuit au palais de caesar puis ensuite partir le vendredi 17 au matin et rentrer le 18 au soir, car je prends l'avion le 19 au matin,
j'imaginai louer une voiture le 16 au soir et la rendre le 18 au soir,
J'aurai aimé partir voir des sites à visiter dans les environs de Las Vegas, mais en 2 jrs complet, j'ai l'impression que ce sera complexe je crois que la site le plus près est death valley et je ne pourrais pas en faire d'autres.
Avez vous des idées d'itinéraires s'il vous plait pour ces 2 journées.
bonsoir,
en 2 jours, vous pouvez egalement faire un tour rapide vers Valley of fire et Bryce canyon.
Depart aux aurores pour Valley of fire puis en fin de matinée, route vers Bryce canyon en traversant Zion.
nuit à Bryce, visite le matin et retour dans l'apres midi.
Cela etant , il faut se lever tot pour en profiter et c'est rapide , mais cela donne un apercu de quelques merveilles de l'ouest.
Sinon, si vous trainez à Vegas toute la nuit, peut-etre aprecierez vous d'y demeurer 2 jours.
Il n'y a que deux façons de vivre sa vie : l'une en faisant comme si rien n'était un miracle, l'autre comme si tout était un miracle.
Il y a les deux classiques : Red Rock Canyon (A) et Valley Of Fire (B)
http://maps.google.fr/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Red+Rock+Canyon, +Las+Vegas, +Nevada+89149, +%C3%89tats-Unis&daddr=Las+Vegas, +Nevada, +%C3%89tats-Unis+to:Valley+of+Fire+Hwy&hl=fr&geocode=FfrPJwIdeIcd-SnTuEDmbpjIgDGw8QOIQnVk6w%3BFdYQJwIdMJoi-SnRffWkgre-gDGjebPV5tXMOg%3BFcbSKwIdn6gs-Q&mra=ls&sll=36.435578, -114.514832&sspn=0.030314,0.049524&ie=UTF8&z=10
Merci
Et les distances que sont elles en km et en temps ?
Il faut qu en rentrant sur LV on rende la voir pas trop tard vu que c est le samedi soir il doivent fermer avant
Hi
Pourquoi pas prendre la voiture à l'aéroport ?
ça doit être ouvert 24h/24
Bern
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En 2 jours avec une nuit sur place, on peut faire Death Valley ou Bryce ou ... Grand Canyon
Valley of Fire, c'est une belle sortie pour 1 journée
Red Rock Canyon, une petite matinée
Moi j'aurais une préférence pour Death Valley
Bern
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Red Rock : http://maps.google.fr/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Las+Vegas, ++Nevada, ++%C3%89tats-Unis&daddr=Red+Rock+Canyon, ++Las+Vegas, ++Nevada+89149, ++%C3%89tats-Unis&geocode=FdYQJwIdMJoi-SnRffWkgre-gDGjebPV5tXMOg%3BFfrPJwIdeIcd-SnTuEDmbpjIgDGw8QOIQnVk6w&hl=fr&mra=ls&doflg=ptk&sll=36.112735, -115.33898&sspn=0.243519,0.396194&ie=UTF8&ll=36.119296, -115.338936&spn=0.243498,0.396194&z=12 100 km A/R , presque 2h plus temps sur place
Valley of Fire : http://maps.google.fr/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Las+Vegas, ++Nevada, ++%C3%89tats-Unis&daddr=Valley+of+Fire+Hwy&geocode=FdYQJwIdMJoi-SnRffWkgre-gDGjebPV5tXMOg%3BFcbSKwIdpqgs-Q&hl=fr&mra=ls&doflg=ptk&sll=36.434645, -114.521012&sspn=0.030315,0.049524&ie=UTF8&z=11 180 km A/R , 2h30 plus temps de visite
Si tu loues à l'aéroport c'est ouvert 24/24h
J'avais compri que tu revenais chaque soir à Vegas, mais si tu peux faire une nuit ailleur, Bryce, ou Grand Canyon, ou Death Valley sont faisables.
a quelques heures de voiture de LV il y a les grand canyon west a faire pour une journée...
c'est assez sympa, le prix est de 70$ a peu près et comprend le bus qui conduit a 2 points de vue, un repas dans un ranch, des spectacles indiens, et le skywalk.
je suis pas fan des autocars je suis plutot en solo en voiture
Mais donc ce que vous me dites c est quoi LV - Death Valley puis Death Valley Grand Canyon puis Grand Canyon Vegas en 2jrs plein c est impossible avec une nuit dans l'entre deux?
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Ah non, là ca ne le fait pas, il va falloir trancher.
Soit Death Valley avec une nuit sur place,
soit Grand canyon avec une nuit sur place
soit Bryce Canyon avec une nuit sur place,
soit Red Rock et Valley of Fire en rentrant dormir à Vegas.
C'est deja pas mal comme proposition...
Quand à choisir entre les 4, difficile pour nous qui connaissons déjà, on sait ce que l'on préfère et que
l'on aimerait revoir, en ce qui te concerne , regarde qq photos et fais ton choix.
Par contre , sans vouloir vexer AnanasCA, ne perd pas ton temps au skywalk qui est surtout un compromis tres cher pour ceux qui n'ont pas de voiture, mais qui est loin de ressembler au Grand Canyon.
Il n'y a que deux façons de vivre sa vie : l'une en faisant comme si rien n'était un miracle, l'autre comme si tout était un miracle.
partir à 8h du matin, Las vegas - bryce canyon (4h30)
a 13h on est à bryce canyon puis a 15h on repart pour monument valley
bryce canyon - monument valley (5h30)
on s arrete en cours de chemin vers 20h, et on dort sur place,
puis on repart à 8h du mat pour monument valley on fait 1h30 de route et a 9h30 on y est puis a 12h on part pour vegas et on y arrive à 19h
8h du matin, départ de Las vegas - bryce canyon (4h30)
a 13h on est à bryce canyon puis a 16h on repart pour monument valley
bryce canyon - monument valley (5h30)
on s arrete en cours de chemin vers 20h, et on dort sur place,
JOUR 2
puis on repart à 8h du mat pour monument valley on fait 1h30 de route et a 9h30 on y est puis a
14h on part apres le déjeuner de monument valley vers Le grand canyon (monument valley-grand canyon 8h de route) puis a 19h on dort sur le chemin.
JOUR 3
et à 8h du matin on fait les 4h restante vers le grand canyon, à 13h on y est puis à 15h on repart et on a 3h30 de route pour arriver a vegas vers 19h
est ce que c est jouable d apres vous ? et ai je pris les chemins les plus courts, j'ai du mal à comprendre sur google maps il y a peu de route ?
Merci
Monument Valley-Grand canyon c'est plutot 3h30 pour la rive sud. Et le retour Grand canyon-Las Vegas 5h.
Ca me parait un peu difficile. Beaucoup de route pour pas grand chose!Tu t'imagines faire Paris-Lyon, rester 3h. Puis reprendre la route pour Montpellier avec dodo en route . Visiter la ville pendant 4h le matin, puis reprendre la voiture pour Bordeaux. Et rentrer sur Paris le lendemain....
Franchement, ca vaut pas le coup. Monument Valley est trop loin.... Le grand canyon OK. Bryce à la limite (quoique je doute qu'y aller pour moins d'une apres midi ne soit pas frustrant...). Ou alors faire Bryce-Page-Grand canyon, mais là encore tu vas survoler les sites, prendre 3 photos et c'est tout...
oui, en ajoutant Monument Valley à Grand Canyon
Bern
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Ce n'est pas faisable
Et puis tu as dit au départ que tu ne passais pas la nuit du vendredi au samedi à Las Vegas
L'AR à Grand Canyon dans la journée, c'est dément mais c'est faisable - ce n'est pas 3h30 l'aller mais plutôt 4h45 ( LV à Grand Canyon Village + 3h de visite au strict minimum)
donc total 12h30, sans manger
Le J2, passer à Red Rock Canyon en allant à Death Valley, c'est faisable,
mais pas question d'aller à Valley of Fire qui est de l'autre coté de Las Vegas à 1h30, et qui nécessite 1/2j de visite minimum,
par ce que Death Valley, c'est aussi une 1/2j de visite minimum
Bern
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Non là, ca redevient pas bon, tu veux trop en faire.
Si tu tiens au GC, fais le sur 2 jours, et c'est tout. Ou alors sur 3 jours, tu rajoutes Monument Valley.
Mais là, tu fais une proposition qui est trop ( beaucoup trop ) gourmande, vous ne ferez que de la voiture, et 3 photos.
Death Valley, c'est une grosse demi journée au minima, et facile 2 jours, Bryce Canyon, il faut une journée, minima, et le GC, idem.
Quand on connait deja , on se contente de retourner voir ce qui nous a le plus plu et dans ce cas là, on peut se contenter d'une demi journée, mais quand on ne connait pas, il faut quand meme faire un tour d'horizon, pour voir tout et faire le tri de ce que l'on préfère. Ta proposition te donne toute les chances de revenir déçu de ton periple.
Quand à te dire ce qui est le mieux, rien que dans la poignée de gens qui te repondent aujourd'hui, pas un n'est d'accord sur le plus beau .... alors comment veux tu que l'on choisisse pour toi.
Il n'y a que deux façons de vivre sa vie : l'une en faisant comme si rien n'était un miracle, l'autre comme si tout était un miracle.
"J'aurai aimé partir voir des sites à visiter dans les environs de Las Vegas, mais en 2 jrs complet, j'ai l'impression que ce sera complexe je crois que la site le plus près est death valley et je ne pourrais pas en faire d'autres."
Vous voilà finalement redevenu réaliste.
Et pourquoi louer une voiture le soir, la laisser à grand frais dans un stationnement pour la reprendre que le lendemain matin?
palais de caesar
Où est-ce?
Curieusement Google conseille: Essayez avec cette orthographe : palais de césar
Ce qui ne correspond en rien à l'établissement du Las Vegas Blvd.
À Las Vegas existe le Caesars Palace et non pas le Caesar's Palace (« palais des Césars » et non « palais de César »)
Par contre, si c'est bien le Palais des Césars, ce devrait être Caesars' Palace. Ils ont laissé tomber l'apostrophe, mais à ce compte, ça pourrait aussi bien être Caesar's Palace que Caesars' Palace, donc "de César" ou "des Césars". Je ne dis pas que le vrai nom n'est pas "des Césars", je n'en sais rien... mais je trouve que ça ne veut pas dire grand chose... surtout qu'il y a l'effigie de César partout sur leurs visuels.
A l'attention de l'auteur du message : je trouve moi aussi que vous voulez en faire trop. Concentrez-vous soit sur Grand Canyon/Monument Valley (ou Page), soit sur Valley of Fire/Bryce, soit sur Death Valley. Et s'il faut choisir, moi je prends le Grand Canyon + Monument Valley. Ce sont les sites les plus mythiques.
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Oui le Cesar Palace lol !!!! pardon pour mon erreur
ok donc le grand canyon et monument valley en 3 jrs c est realiste ?
Ben le retour sera une longue route mais bon, ca peut se faire.
J1: depart de Las Vegas. 5h de route pour Grand canyon. Tu y passes l'apres midi, points de vue. dodo sur place.
J2: Lever de soleil, eventuellement balade le matin (ou helico tot dans la matinée). Dejeuner et depart pour Monument Valley.
3h30 environ de route, ce qui te fais arriver en fin d'aprem. Tu peux parcourir le parc et assisiter au coucher de soleil. Et dodo sur place.
J3: Retour sur Las Vegas ( compter 7h de route sans arret, donc un peu plus avec les pauses, le dejeuner.) Arrivée sur Las Vegas en fin d'aprem- debut de soirée. Retour de la voiture.
AInsi tu auras au moins passé un peu de temps dans les deux parcs, plutot que d'en survoler 3 😉
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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).
hi everyone
I’m planning a world trip and I’m looking for great tips on accommodation in the United States.
Do you have any good deals to share, please?
thanks
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!
