Avis sur itinéraire à New York et en Floride cet été
by Pointup
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
Je viens de boucler notre projet de voyage aux USA pour cet été . Qu'en pensez vous ? Pour les étapes en Floride :
Tampa ou St Petersburg ?
Naples ou Sanibel Island ?
Miami ou Miami Beach ?
Et si vous avez des propositions de découvertes, d'itinéraires n'hésitez pas .....
J'attends vos réponses avant de faire chiffrer tout ça par les agences de voyage .
Merci de votre amicale collaboration . 😉
Projet voyage USA
3 adultes et 1 enfant (11ans)
Hôtel type IBIS (France) voir catégorie supérieure à Miami (vue sur océan ) en chambre quadruple .
Samedi 8 Août 2009 : Départ et vol Lyon – New York
Transfert libre à l'hôtel et nuit (1) Dimanche 9/08 : New York (nuit 2) Lundi 10/08 : New York (nuit 3) Mardi 11/08 : New York (nuit 4) Mercredi 12/08 : Vol New York - Orlando en après midi . Prise en charge d'un véhicule cat C (km illimité) à l'arrivée et installation à l'hôtel Jeudi 13/08 : Orlando – Cap Canaveral visite de la cité spatiale, de la NASA (90km) Vendredi 14/08 : Orlando – Visite du parc "Universal Studio" ou "Universal's Island of Adventure" Samedi 15/08 : Lamantins à Crystal River - nuit à St Petersburg ou Tampa ? Dimanche 16/08 : Sarasota - Port Charlotte – Fort Myers (Edison) –- nuit à Naples ou Sanibel Island ? Lundi 17/08 : Visite du parc des Everglades et nuit à Key Largo Mardi 18/08 : "Overseas Hight way" nuit à Key West Mercredi 19/08 : Miami (Quartiers : Art Déco – Little Havana - Coconut Grove …) Jeudi 20/08 : Miami (Miami Beach – Fort Lauderdale ) Vendredi 21/08 : Restitution du véhicule à l'aéroport de Miami dans l'après midi et vol retour Miami-Lyon Samedi 22/08 : Arrivée à Lyon
Bonjour,
Je viens de boucler notre projet de voyage aux USA pour cet été . Qu'en pensez vous ?
Ce n'est que mon avis, mais personnellement sur un voyage de 15 jours, je n'aurais pas inclus NY qui mérite bien 5 jours pleins sur place pour visiter les principaux intérêts de la ville... Du coup, tu ne passes pas assez de temps à Orlando qui se trouve être le paradis des parcs d'attractions, très dommage pour l'enfant qui vous accompagne... !
Tampa ou St Petersburg ? : St Pete Beach Naples ou Sanibel Island ? : En ce qui nous concerne, nous avions dormi à Fort Myers Beach. Dormir à Sanibel ne m'aurait pas tenté car beaucoup trop calme. Je ne connais pas Naples. Miami ou Miami Beach ? Miami Beach sans aucun doute 😉 . Et de préférence dans le quartier Art Deco de South Beach.
J'attends vos réponses avant de faire chiffrer tout ça par les agences de voyage .
Très sincèrement, je te conseille d'effectuer toi-même les réservations de vols, hôtels et véhicule sur internet... C'est très facile et de plus, ton voyage te reviendra certainement moins cher qu'en passant par une agence de voyage. 🙂
Je viens de boucler notre projet de voyage aux USA pour cet été . Qu'en pensez vous ?
Ce n'est que mon avis, mais personnellement sur un voyage de 15 jours, je n'aurais pas inclus NY qui mérite bien 5 jours pleins sur place pour visiter les principaux intérêts de la ville... Du coup, tu ne passes pas assez de temps à Orlando qui se trouve être le paradis des parcs d'attractions, très dommage pour l'enfant qui vous accompagne... !
Tampa ou St Petersburg ? : St Pete Beach Naples ou Sanibel Island ? : En ce qui nous concerne, nous avions dormi à Fort Myers Beach. Dormir à Sanibel ne m'aurait pas tenté car beaucoup trop calme. Je ne connais pas Naples. Miami ou Miami Beach ? Miami Beach sans aucun doute 😉 . Et de préférence dans le quartier Art Deco de South Beach.
J'attends vos réponses avant de faire chiffrer tout ça par les agences de voyage .
Très sincèrement, je te conseille d'effectuer toi-même les réservations de vols, hôtels et véhicule sur internet... C'est très facile et de plus, ton voyage te reviendra certainement moins cher qu'en passant par une agence de voyage. 🙂
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Bonjour,
La totalité de ton périple est la transcription intégrale d'un beau catalogue de TO et tu nous demande notre avis ?😮
Je pense un peu comme "doni" ! faire NYC + un tour très dense de Floride en 14 jours c'est gâcher la marchandise 😕
4 jours à NYC, passe encore, quoique un peu bref, mais les autres 10 jours sont une belle course à la japonaise ! le "clou" me semble être Côte ouest-Everglades-Key Largo : au pas de charge la balade en air-boat ?? Auras tu le temps de visiter une crocodile farm ??
Juste une indication : l'Oversea Highway fait 160km de la sortie de Miami à Key West et à chaque ilot (key) ton enfant, sinon toi... va exiger de se baigner tellement l'eau est tentante...alors en un jour....c'est dense !
Mais bon, ça n'est que mon avis 😊😛
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
Tampa ou St Petersburg ?
Saint Pete beach
Miami ou Miami Beach ?
Miami Beach
Samedi 15/08 : Lamantins à Crystal River - nuit à St Petersburg ou Tampa ?
Nous avons voulu nager avec les lamentins l'an passé fin juillet et ce n'est pas la saison : tu ne verras pas les bêbêtes ! 🤪
- Dimanche 16/08 : Sarasota - Port Charlotte – Fort Myers (Edison)
C'est très chouette "Edison et Ford estate"
- Jeudi 20/08 : Miami (Miami Beach – Fort Lauderdale )
Pas grand chose à voir à Fort lauderdale à moins d'être dans la villa d'un millionaire 😉 Enfin tu peux toujours regarder les photos sur mon site 😎
Saint Pete beach
Miami ou Miami Beach ?
Miami Beach
Samedi 15/08 : Lamantins à Crystal River - nuit à St Petersburg ou Tampa ?
Nous avons voulu nager avec les lamentins l'an passé fin juillet et ce n'est pas la saison : tu ne verras pas les bêbêtes ! 🤪
- Dimanche 16/08 : Sarasota - Port Charlotte – Fort Myers (Edison)
C'est très chouette "Edison et Ford estate"
- Jeudi 20/08 : Miami (Miami Beach – Fort Lauderdale )
Pas grand chose à voir à Fort lauderdale à moins d'être dans la villa d'un millionaire 😉 Enfin tu peux toujours regarder les photos sur mon site 😎
" Fais de ta vie un rêve, et d'un rêve, une réalité" St Exupéry
Carnets de voyage avec photos : http://www.frontiereland.be
Carnets de voyage avec photos : http://www.frontiereland.be
Bonjour,
New-york vaut vraiment la peine et il faut largement plus de 4 ou 5 jours pour la visiter. Pour avoir un vrai aperçu, il faut au moins 10 jours sur place non-stop.
Arrrivés en Floride, je vous conseillerai de dormir sur Kissimmee, beaucoup plus sympa que Orlando (pas grand chose à y faire) et à dix minutes des parcs. L'ambiance y est très sympa. Alors, ensuite, surtout ne pas vous diriger vers Cap Canaveral, mais vers le Space Kennedy Center sinon vous risqueriez d'enchaîner des kilomètres pour rien. Là prévoir le close up tour (téléphonez à l'avance). Vous pourrez voir, d'assez près, les rampes de lancement et avoir accès à des lieux que ne prévoit pas le tour normal. C'est un peu plus cher mais ça en vaut vraiment la peine. Prévoir une journée pour la visite. Pour ma part, je choisisrai le Sea World ou Animal Kingdom: ces deux parcs sont époustouflants. Maintenant, il et vrai qu'avec un enfant de 11 ans, Universal et Island vont lui plaire. Saint-Pétersburg pour ses plages est le bon choix, car Tampa est plus industriels. Mais ne ratez pas les plages du Golf du Mexique! Pour la suite, Naples sans hésiter. C'est une très belle villégiature et le centre est splendide tout comme ces plages. C'est l'un des endroits que nous avons préféré. Sur les everglades prévoyés une visite, genre Animal Farm. Spectacle sympa et surtout tour en Aéroglisseur au milieu des alligators et guide vraiment instructifs et sympas. Une merveille. Key West, quoi qu'on en dise est un endroit fabuleux. La route pour s'y rendre reste très typique( jettez un oeil sur les petits commerces typiques souvent présents sur les bas côtés), et l'ambiance y est unique. Surtout allez jusqu'au vieux Key West et imprégnez vous de Duval Street...le paradis. Si vous aimez la plongée allez dans le récif de corail (le 3ème plus grand du monde) et faites y du snorkel (pas d'entraînement spécifique et autorisé pour les enfants)? Vous y découvrirez un monde fabuleux. Miami ne devrait pas vous prendre plus d'une journé. Miami Beach, Coconut Grove, le quartier Art Déco s'arpentent assez vite (contrairement à ce que l'on pourrait croire). Attention dans litte Havana et Haiti (pas super et à éviter le soir). Alors Fort Lauderdale est très très agréable. De jolis coins le long de la mer et ambiance plus typique le soir que Miami (je trouve). Il y a aussi un outlet (le plus grand du monde) qui vend des marques à prix réduits voir cassés (pour l'avoir fait = supers prix). Voilà, j'espère avoir répondu à vos questions. Si vous désirez un complément d'infos pas de soucis. Grâce à vous, j'ai pu me replonger dans le rêve et l'ambiance unique de la Floride. Bien à vous.
Arrrivés en Floride, je vous conseillerai de dormir sur Kissimmee, beaucoup plus sympa que Orlando (pas grand chose à y faire) et à dix minutes des parcs. L'ambiance y est très sympa. Alors, ensuite, surtout ne pas vous diriger vers Cap Canaveral, mais vers le Space Kennedy Center sinon vous risqueriez d'enchaîner des kilomètres pour rien. Là prévoir le close up tour (téléphonez à l'avance). Vous pourrez voir, d'assez près, les rampes de lancement et avoir accès à des lieux que ne prévoit pas le tour normal. C'est un peu plus cher mais ça en vaut vraiment la peine. Prévoir une journée pour la visite. Pour ma part, je choisisrai le Sea World ou Animal Kingdom: ces deux parcs sont époustouflants. Maintenant, il et vrai qu'avec un enfant de 11 ans, Universal et Island vont lui plaire. Saint-Pétersburg pour ses plages est le bon choix, car Tampa est plus industriels. Mais ne ratez pas les plages du Golf du Mexique! Pour la suite, Naples sans hésiter. C'est une très belle villégiature et le centre est splendide tout comme ces plages. C'est l'un des endroits que nous avons préféré. Sur les everglades prévoyés une visite, genre Animal Farm. Spectacle sympa et surtout tour en Aéroglisseur au milieu des alligators et guide vraiment instructifs et sympas. Une merveille. Key West, quoi qu'on en dise est un endroit fabuleux. La route pour s'y rendre reste très typique( jettez un oeil sur les petits commerces typiques souvent présents sur les bas côtés), et l'ambiance y est unique. Surtout allez jusqu'au vieux Key West et imprégnez vous de Duval Street...le paradis. Si vous aimez la plongée allez dans le récif de corail (le 3ème plus grand du monde) et faites y du snorkel (pas d'entraînement spécifique et autorisé pour les enfants)? Vous y découvrirez un monde fabuleux. Miami ne devrait pas vous prendre plus d'une journé. Miami Beach, Coconut Grove, le quartier Art Déco s'arpentent assez vite (contrairement à ce que l'on pourrait croire). Attention dans litte Havana et Haiti (pas super et à éviter le soir). Alors Fort Lauderdale est très très agréable. De jolis coins le long de la mer et ambiance plus typique le soir que Miami (je trouve). Il y a aussi un outlet (le plus grand du monde) qui vend des marques à prix réduits voir cassés (pour l'avoir fait = supers prix). Voilà, j'espère avoir répondu à vos questions. Si vous désirez un complément d'infos pas de soucis. Grâce à vous, j'ai pu me replonger dans le rêve et l'ambiance unique de la Floride. Bien à vous.
Merci à tous pour vos sympathiques collaborations et vos conseils éclairés . Vraiment c'est très agréable d'imaginer votre vécu, vos expériences pour mieux préparer notre séjour . Mais de grâce et par pitié ne nous condamnez pas pour vouloir faire le maxi dans le temps qui nous est imparti . Bien sur comme d'autres nous souhaiterions partir plus longtemps et visiter plus en profondeur ....Mais ce n'est pas possible, on essaie donc de faire au mieux .
Une question supplémentaire concernant le transfert de l'aéroport au centre ville de New York . Quelle est selon vous la meilleure solution ?
Bonjour,
Moi aussi je travaille 😉 sur notre prochain voyage aux etats unis cet été...
Les billets d'avion sont pris ! nous pourrions echanger quelques infos puisque nous avons un peu près le meme itinéraire: 1 semaine à New York (je cherche un hotel avec piscine à moins de 200 € pour 4 : Holiday Inn Midtown ? )
- 2 semaines en floride : miami - les keys (où j'aimerai bien trouver un endroit paradisiaque pour se poser un peu ) - 1 journée sur les everglades -sanibel -naples - orlando (j'espère pouvoir y rester qu'1 journée mais moi aussi j'ai 1 enfant de 11 ans) +cirque du soleil - (où dormir près d'Orlando ) - cap carnaveral -Fort Myers - Miami
J'en suis là !
C'est beaucoup moins détaillé que toi !
Maintenant que les billets sont pris, je cherche des guests house dans des endroits sympas ... à des prix raisonnables bien sur !
Bonjour,
nous on atterit à JFK et je pense réserver au Holiday Inn Midtown (57è)...existe t-il des navettes ou faut-il prendre un taxi (nous sommes 4) ?
Mais de grâce et par pitié ne nous condamnez pas pour vouloir faire le maxi dans le temps qui nous est imparti .
Heu ! Personne ne t'a condamné... ! 😛 Tu as demandé: ''Qu'en pensez-vous ?'' Nous t'avons donné notre avis ainsi que notre point de vue par rapport à ton projet, ensuite à toi de décider si tu souhaites suivre nos conseils ou pas ! 😉
j'ai peur d'être arnaqué par un taxi !
Dans les aéroports de NY, les taxis ont des tarifs fixes. A la sortie de l'aéroport, il y a une file de taxis jaunes, c'est ceux-là qu'il faut prendre et tu ne te feras pas arnaquer.
Heu ! Personne ne t'a condamné... ! 😛 Tu as demandé: ''Qu'en pensez-vous ?'' Nous t'avons donné notre avis ainsi que notre point de vue par rapport à ton projet, ensuite à toi de décider si tu souhaites suivre nos conseils ou pas ! 😉
j'ai peur d'être arnaqué par un taxi !
Dans les aéroports de NY, les taxis ont des tarifs fixes. A la sortie de l'aéroport, il y a une file de taxis jaunes, c'est ceux-là qu'il faut prendre et tu ne te feras pas arnaquer.
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bonsoir !
vous semblez être de très bons conseils ... ! Avez-vous aussi de bonnes adresses de guests houses ou de petits motels sympas dans ces endroits ?
Merci d'avance
Bonsoir,
Alors pour la Floride, le bon plan c'est de trouver une agence et de leur fournir un itinéraire détaillé. Dès lors, grâce au gain de temps, ils vous font parvenir une propositipon et leurs tarifs hôtels, pour peu qu'on s'y prenne 5-6 mois à l'avance, sont très intéressants. Pour la somme déboursée pour un motel, vous obtenez un hôtel classe standard (très bien équipé et surtout très bien situé). Prenez des lieux qui figurent sur les catalogues, car svt ils ont un tas de contacts sur place qui négocie les meilleurs prix. Eviter de demander à l'agence de vous organiser un "travel" et ne le faites pas à la dernière minutes.
Pour New-York, il existe ds l'Upper West Side ( à 10 minutes en métro du centre et bien desservi) des Hôtels bcp moins chers que ds le centre. Et là vous serez au milieu des vrais new-yorkais. En plus, il y a des tas de chouettes commerces et resto's et vous êtes souvent proche de Central Park. Sinon les Hostels (si vous vous y prenez 5 mois à l'avance) proposent des chambres individuelles avec salle de bain en solo. Mais autant le dire c'est le strict minimum et rien à voir avec la Floride ou les infrastructures pr loger sont hallucinantes.
Un point de vue personnel: il vaut mieux réserver depuis chez soi avant d'arriver sur place car les taxes sur place sont élevèes. Je pense que vous pourrez économiser dans l'ordre des 30%. Calcul moyen que j'ai pu faire. Qui plus est si vous avez le malheur de tomber ds une ville qui organise, par exemple, un festival ça peut être galère de trouver un endroit ou dormir ou alors à prix canon.
Voilà, j'espère avoir répondu à vos besoins.
Alors pour la Floride, le bon plan c'est de trouver une agence et de leur fournir un itinéraire détaillé. Dès lors, grâce au gain de temps, ils vous font parvenir une propositipon et leurs tarifs hôtels, pour peu qu'on s'y prenne 5-6 mois à l'avance, sont très intéressants. Pour la somme déboursée pour un motel, vous obtenez un hôtel classe standard (très bien équipé et surtout très bien situé). Prenez des lieux qui figurent sur les catalogues, car svt ils ont un tas de contacts sur place qui négocie les meilleurs prix. Eviter de demander à l'agence de vous organiser un "travel" et ne le faites pas à la dernière minutes.
Pour New-York, il existe ds l'Upper West Side ( à 10 minutes en métro du centre et bien desservi) des Hôtels bcp moins chers que ds le centre. Et là vous serez au milieu des vrais new-yorkais. En plus, il y a des tas de chouettes commerces et resto's et vous êtes souvent proche de Central Park. Sinon les Hostels (si vous vous y prenez 5 mois à l'avance) proposent des chambres individuelles avec salle de bain en solo. Mais autant le dire c'est le strict minimum et rien à voir avec la Floride ou les infrastructures pr loger sont hallucinantes.
Un point de vue personnel: il vaut mieux réserver depuis chez soi avant d'arriver sur place car les taxes sur place sont élevèes. Je pense que vous pourrez économiser dans l'ordre des 30%. Calcul moyen que j'ai pu faire. Qui plus est si vous avez le malheur de tomber ds une ville qui organise, par exemple, un festival ça peut être galère de trouver un endroit ou dormir ou alors à prix canon.
Voilà, j'espère avoir répondu à vos besoins.
Re-bonjour,
Alors, pour 5 dollars vs pouvez prendre le airtrain qui vs dépose à howard beach jfk airport puis de là pr 2 dollars de plus vous prenez la ligne A2 en direct jusque Manhattan (penn station) qui est je pense sur la 34eme et de là vous changer jusque la 57ème (métro, bus). Mais il faut compter plus ou moins 1h30.
Il existe un service de navettes (gratuit pr un seul enfant de moins de 12 ans par adulte) et qui vous dépose en 1h entre les hôtels de la 31 et la 60eme. Je pense que c'est le bon plan pour vous. Les bus roulent entre 6h et 23H.
Sinon le super shutle sur demande depuis l'aéroport (ds les 20dollars) et vous dépose ou vous le voulez.
Le taxi c'est un forfait avec le pourboire ça revient à 50 dollars environ.
Voilà.
Bien à vous.
Alors, pour 5 dollars vs pouvez prendre le airtrain qui vs dépose à howard beach jfk airport puis de là pr 2 dollars de plus vous prenez la ligne A2 en direct jusque Manhattan (penn station) qui est je pense sur la 34eme et de là vous changer jusque la 57ème (métro, bus). Mais il faut compter plus ou moins 1h30.
Il existe un service de navettes (gratuit pr un seul enfant de moins de 12 ans par adulte) et qui vous dépose en 1h entre les hôtels de la 31 et la 60eme. Je pense que c'est le bon plan pour vous. Les bus roulent entre 6h et 23H.
Sinon le super shutle sur demande depuis l'aéroport (ds les 20dollars) et vous dépose ou vous le voulez.
Le taxi c'est un forfait avec le pourboire ça revient à 50 dollars environ.
Voilà.
Bien à vous.
Merci pour cet éclairage ! Je pense que je vais suivre tes conseils, notamment pour NY.
Pour la Floride aussi remarques, mais j'ai envie de trouver un endroit paradisiaque pour nous poser face à la mer. Après NY et Miami, je pense que l'on en aura vraiment besoin ! alors je cherche et j'hésite encore entre Islamadora, Big Pine Key, Key west ...
Bonjour,
Attention, la route des keys n'est pas très longue mais tu roules extremement doucement entre les keys.
Il faut prévoir au moins 2 jous pour la descente des keys.
Pour Orlando, de même, le minimum c'est 2 jours sur place
Sanibel island est fantastique. Sur la plage, ce n'est pas du sable mais des millions de coquillages de toutes races et grosseurs.
Le paradis....
Il est aussi intéressant de visiter une ferme aux crocodiles ainsi que de faire un tour en bateau dans les everglades.
A plus si tu as besoin d'infos.
Vath
Il faut prévoir au moins 2 jous pour la descente des keys. en vélo ?😉
Jean-Marie
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Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon! Marcalamar 🙂
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 🙂
Hi there,
We’re heading to Las Vegas this summer and would love to rent a classic convertible Cadillac or something similar. Any recommendations? Thanks.
We’re heading to Las Vegas this summer and would love to rent a classic convertible Cadillac or something similar. Any recommendations? Thanks.
Hello everyone,
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😉
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!