Je ne retrouve pas mon dernier message donc je recommence... Je recherche un hôtel à Chicago pour fin juillet, près d'Union Station. Quelqu'un aurait un nom/une adresse à me conseiller ? Pas cher et bien situé et top bien entendu... 😉 Merci ! Frédérique
Hôtel à Chicago
by Fredmeunier
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Bonjour,
Je ne retrouve pas mon dernier message donc je recommence... Je recherche un hôtel à Chicago pour fin juillet, près d'Union Station. Quelqu'un aurait un nom/une adresse à me conseiller ? Pas cher et bien situé et top bien entendu... 😉 Merci ! Frédérique
Je ne retrouve pas mon dernier message donc je recommence... Je recherche un hôtel à Chicago pour fin juillet, près d'Union Station. Quelqu'un aurait un nom/une adresse à me conseiller ? Pas cher et bien situé et top bien entendu... 😉 Merci ! Frédérique
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
Booking ?
http://www.booking.com/searchresults.fr.html?aid=314922;label=washington-union-station-dc-QnqpUTXtVRUyeXLSeizzHQS63539501832%3Apl%3Ata%3Ap1%3Ap2%3Aac%3Aap1t1%3Aneg;sid=e4dbd39e67fde477145f7d8c828cb02d;dcid=1;checkin_monthday=21;checkin_year_month=2015-7;checkout_monthday=22;checkout_year_month=2015-7;class_interval=1;csflt=%7B%7D;dtdisc=0;hlrd=0;hyb_red=0;inac=0;landmark=12021;nha_red=0;no_rooms=1;redirected_from_city=0;redirected_from_landmark=0;redirected_from_region=0;review_score_group=empty;score_min=0;ss_all=0;ssb=empty;sshis=0&or_radius=5;pr_cur_code=EUR;set_maxprice=0;pr=50,100
Pas mal !! Washington , n'est jamais qu'a 1125 kms de Chicago 😏😉
Ici plutôt :
http://www.booking.com/searchresults.fr.html?aid=314922;label=washington-union-station-dc-QnqpUTXtVRUyeXLSeizzHQS63539501832%3Apl%3Ata%3Ap1%3Ap2%3Aac%3Aap1t1%3Aneg;sid=385cfaaec84a34cff2f580bc59101455;dcid=1;checkin_monthday=21;checkin_year_month=2015-7;checkout_monthday=22;checkout_year_month=2015-7;class_interval=1;csflt=%7B%7D;dest_id=11493;dest_type=landmark;dtdisc=0;hlrd=0;hyb_red=0;inac=0;landmark=12021;latitude=38.8968;longitude=-77.0061;nha_red=0;no_rooms=1;redirected_from_city=0;redirected_from_landmark=0;redirected_from_region=0;review_score_group=empty;sb_travel_purpose=leisure;score_min=0;si=ai%2Cco%2Cci%2Cre%2Cdi;src=searchresults;ss=Union%20Station%2C%20Chicago%2C%20Illinois%2C%20États-Unis;ss_all=0;ss_raw=Chicago%20%2C%20union;ssb=empty;sshis=0;ssne_untouched=Union%20Station&or_radius=5;pr_cur_code=EUR;set_maxprice=0;pr=0,50
http://www.booking.com/searchresults.fr.html?aid=314922;label=washington-union-station-dc-QnqpUTXtVRUyeXLSeizzHQS63539501832%3Apl%3Ata%3Ap1%3Ap2%3Aac%3Aap1t1%3Aneg;sid=e4dbd39e67fde477145f7d8c828cb02d;dcid=1;checkin_monthday=21;checkin_year_month=2015-7;checkout_monthday=22;checkout_year_month=2015-7;class_interval=1;csflt=%7B%7D;dtdisc=0;hlrd=0;hyb_red=0;inac=0;landmark=12021;nha_red=0;no_rooms=1;redirected_from_city=0;redirected_from_landmark=0;redirected_from_region=0;review_score_group=empty;score_min=0;ss_all=0;ssb=empty;sshis=0&or_radius=5;pr_cur_code=EUR;set_maxprice=0;pr=50,100
Pas mal !! Washington , n'est jamais qu'a 1125 kms de Chicago 😏😉
Ici plutôt :
http://www.booking.com/searchresults.fr.html?aid=314922;label=washington-union-station-dc-QnqpUTXtVRUyeXLSeizzHQS63539501832%3Apl%3Ata%3Ap1%3Ap2%3Aac%3Aap1t1%3Aneg;sid=385cfaaec84a34cff2f580bc59101455;dcid=1;checkin_monthday=21;checkin_year_month=2015-7;checkout_monthday=22;checkout_year_month=2015-7;class_interval=1;csflt=%7B%7D;dest_id=11493;dest_type=landmark;dtdisc=0;hlrd=0;hyb_red=0;inac=0;landmark=12021;latitude=38.8968;longitude=-77.0061;nha_red=0;no_rooms=1;redirected_from_city=0;redirected_from_landmark=0;redirected_from_region=0;review_score_group=empty;sb_travel_purpose=leisure;score_min=0;si=ai%2Cco%2Cci%2Cre%2Cdi;src=searchresults;ss=Union%20Station%2C%20Chicago%2C%20Illinois%2C%20États-Unis;ss_all=0;ss_raw=Chicago%20%2C%20union;ssb=empty;sshis=0;ssne_untouched=Union%20Station&or_radius=5;pr_cur_code=EUR;set_maxprice=0;pr=0,50
Oups , excusez -moi , plusieurs Chicago..!!!! .Eh ben 🤪
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
Bonsoir
Union station est proche du Loop, où il y a un tas d'hôtels top 😏mais chers😕...
Si vs voulez un hotel le moins cher possible, prenez en un à MIDWAY, et prenez la ligne orange pour rejoindre le Loop.
Vs pouvez aussi regarder les sites des grands hôtels, ils ont souvent des promos tres intéressantes. Je me souviens en juillet 2013 du SOFITEL à 94 € la nuit, et l'an dernier du PALMER à un peu plus de 100€ (avec le petit dej)
Si vs voulez un hotel le moins cher possible, prenez en un à MIDWAY, et prenez la ligne orange pour rejoindre le Loop.
Vs pouvez aussi regarder les sites des grands hôtels, ils ont souvent des promos tres intéressantes. Je me souviens en juillet 2013 du SOFITEL à 94 € la nuit, et l'an dernier du PALMER à un peu plus de 100€ (avec le petit dej)
Bonsoir
J'y serais les 15-16-17 mai
Par curiosité j'ai regardé tes hôtels pour la nuit du 15 uniquement
Je ne sais pas comment tu as fait pour avoir des tarifs pareils en plus en plein été.
Car moi pour le 15 mai : SOFITEL ==> 484.47€ la nuit
et PALMER :la moins chere 399$ (sans les taxes)
Chicago est vraiment très tres cher 🏴☠️
En plus avec l'euro qui chute grave ... c'est la cata
J'y serais les 15-16-17 mai
Par curiosité j'ai regardé tes hôtels pour la nuit du 15 uniquement
Je ne sais pas comment tu as fait pour avoir des tarifs pareils en plus en plein été.
Car moi pour le 15 mai : SOFITEL ==> 484.47€ la nuit
et PALMER :la moins chere 399$ (sans les taxes)
Chicago est vraiment très tres cher 🏴☠️
En plus avec l'euro qui chute grave ... c'est la cata
* 04.2016 - San Francisco (semi marathon) / New York / Washington
* 05.2015 - Chicago + Sud Ouest US -
* 08.2013 - Voyage en famille - Principaux Parcs West US.
* 06.1994 - http://georgesroy.perso.worldonline.fr/usa/
* 12.1986 - 1er Voyage USA (CA / AZ / Nevada / Colorado / FL)
Bonjour
J'y serais moi aussi à ces dates. J'arrive le 14 et repars le 17.
Je ne sais pas ce qu'il y a à CHICAGO ce Wend, mais les hotels sont complets, et tres chers...
CHICAGO est un peu moins cher normalement.
Pour les prix que j'ai donné, c'etait des promos que j'ai trouvé en reservant des chambres vers mai pour des sejours la semaine du 4 juillet..2013 & 2014. Il n'y a sans doute pas grand monde à ce moment là.
J'y serais moi aussi à ces dates. J'arrive le 14 et repars le 17.
Je ne sais pas ce qu'il y a à CHICAGO ce Wend, mais les hotels sont complets, et tres chers...
CHICAGO est un peu moins cher normalement.
Pour les prix que j'ai donné, c'etait des promos que j'ai trouvé en reservant des chambres vers mai pour des sejours la semaine du 4 juillet..2013 & 2014. Il n'y a sans doute pas grand monde à ce moment là.
Le 17 Mai là veille de rentrer en France après 3 semaines dans l'ouest, je participe au "Chicago Spring Half Marathon" ... Arrivant à San Francisco, le 25.04 j'aurais voulu faire le Marathon de Big Sur le lendemain, mais il était Sold Out 🏴☠️
ça m'étonne quand même que se soit à cause de cette course ?!!?
Pour ma part, j'ai réservé le 22.12.2014 - 3 Nuits au "Best Western River North" , j'en ai eu pour $650 - à l'époque avec le change je pensais m'en sortir pour 513€ ... mais comme je paye sur place ... je crois que je vais pleurer avec la baisse de l'Euro... et les prix actuels ... c'est même pas la peine ... à moins d'être loin, mais comme je n'ai pas de voiture et que je ne reste que 3 nuits j'ai pas envie de passer mon temps dans les transports
Sinon toi qui connaît bien Chicago, que me conseilles tu pour les transports ? Prendre des billets au coup par coup, ou une carte qui englobe le métro et les bus pour 3 Jours ? laquelle et ou se la procurer ? (J'arriverais de LAX à MIDWAY)
Merci d'avance
Bonne journée
ça m'étonne quand même que se soit à cause de cette course ?!!?
Pour ma part, j'ai réservé le 22.12.2014 - 3 Nuits au "Best Western River North" , j'en ai eu pour $650 - à l'époque avec le change je pensais m'en sortir pour 513€ ... mais comme je paye sur place ... je crois que je vais pleurer avec la baisse de l'Euro... et les prix actuels ... c'est même pas la peine ... à moins d'être loin, mais comme je n'ai pas de voiture et que je ne reste que 3 nuits j'ai pas envie de passer mon temps dans les transports
Sinon toi qui connaît bien Chicago, que me conseilles tu pour les transports ? Prendre des billets au coup par coup, ou une carte qui englobe le métro et les bus pour 3 Jours ? laquelle et ou se la procurer ? (J'arriverais de LAX à MIDWAY)
Merci d'avance
Bonne journée
* 04.2016 - San Francisco (semi marathon) / New York / Washington
* 05.2015 - Chicago + Sud Ouest US -
* 08.2013 - Voyage en famille - Principaux Parcs West US.
* 06.1994 - http://georgesroy.perso.worldonline.fr/usa/
* 12.1986 - 1er Voyage USA (CA / AZ / Nevada / Colorado / FL)
Je me répond à moi même pour les transports :
Prendre un CTA Passes de 3 jours à l'aéroport ( Distributeur automatique ? ) (20$) pour utiliser le métro et les bus.
Peu tu juste me confirmer si c'est Ok et si ça me permettra de faire les trajets vers et de ( MIDWAY / puis O'HARE ) et balades dans la ville
Merci
Prendre un CTA Passes de 3 jours à l'aéroport ( Distributeur automatique ? ) (20$) pour utiliser le métro et les bus.
Peu tu juste me confirmer si c'est Ok et si ça me permettra de faire les trajets vers et de ( MIDWAY / puis O'HARE ) et balades dans la ville
Merci
* 04.2016 - San Francisco (semi marathon) / New York / Washington
* 05.2015 - Chicago + Sud Ouest US -
* 08.2013 - Voyage en famille - Principaux Parcs West US.
* 06.1994 - http://georgesroy.perso.worldonline.fr/usa/
* 12.1986 - 1er Voyage USA (CA / AZ / Nevada / Colorado / FL)
L'an dernier, c'est mon fils qui a acheté nos PASS , dans une VENTRA VENDING MACHINE en ville. On peut utiliser tous les metros et les bus, y compris depuis MIDWAY ou O'HARE.
Je ne sais pas si c'est à CHICAGO ou NYC qu'il m' a été demandé mon code ZIP pour payer par carte de credit : mon fils m'a dit de mettre 00000 et c'est passé.
Il y a un truc que je ne me souviens plus pour les pass 3 jours . Je ne sais plus ce qu'il m'avait expliqué avec la carte VENTRA. si il l'a faut ou pas...alors qu'il ne la faut pas avec le ticket pass 1 jour.
Je vais lui redemander.
Je ne sais pas si c'est à CHICAGO ou NYC qu'il m' a été demandé mon code ZIP pour payer par carte de credit : mon fils m'a dit de mettre 00000 et c'est passé.
Il y a un truc que je ne me souviens plus pour les pass 3 jours . Je ne sais plus ce qu'il m'avait expliqué avec la carte VENTRA. si il l'a faut ou pas...alors qu'il ne la faut pas avec le ticket pass 1 jour.
Je vais lui redemander.
OK
Merci beaucoup pour ces renseignements
Merci beaucoup pour ces renseignements
* 04.2016 - San Francisco (semi marathon) / New York / Washington
* 05.2015 - Chicago + Sud Ouest US -
* 08.2013 - Voyage en famille - Principaux Parcs West US.
* 06.1994 - http://georgesroy.perso.worldonline.fr/usa/
* 12.1986 - 1er Voyage USA (CA / AZ / Nevada / Colorado / FL)
Ok, je vais essayer de regarder tout ça, mais ça me paraît bien cher...
C'est juste une étape d'une nuit donc je n'ai pas envie de me ruiner.
Je vais certainement suivre le conseil de Jean-Pierre et aller plutôt du côté de Midway.
Merci à tous !
Bonjour
Si j'ai bien compris, vs arrivez et repartez par le train?
MIDWAY est desservi par la ligne Orange du metro, qui fait ensuite le tour du Loop, donc tres pratique pour aller à Union station. Il faut descendre à QUINCY, et ensuite à pied il y en a pour 10 mns...
MIDWAY a pas mal de motels, pas trop chers, et est à 20 mns du loop. O'HARE est beaucoup plus loin.
MIDWAY est desservi par la ligne Orange du metro, qui fait ensuite le tour du Loop, donc tres pratique pour aller à Union station. Il faut descendre à QUINCY, et ensuite à pied il y en a pour 10 mns...
MIDWAY a pas mal de motels, pas trop chers, et est à 20 mns du loop. O'HARE est beaucoup plus loin.
J'arrive en avion et je repars en train pour San Francisco oui.
Je vais regarder tout ça parce que les hôtels du Loop, d'après ce que j'ai pu en voir, pfff.. cher !
Re
Il y a ausi le DAY Inn Nord Chicago ( 44 West Diversey Parkway, Chicago, Illinois, États-Unis)
Quartier de BELMONT , tres sympa et vivant, a coté de Lincoln park, avec le metro qui vs mene direct dans la Loop. En tout cas plus sexy que MIDWAY, surtout le soir.
Chambres vers 100$ .
Dans le même ordre, le OHIO House sur La Salle pas loin de la CHICAGO river.
Un peu plus haut sur la Salle, il y avait le Howard Johnson, mais il n'est plus referencé. Je me demande si il n'est pas en train d'etre refait.
Il y a ausi le DAY Inn Nord Chicago ( 44 West Diversey Parkway, Chicago, Illinois, États-Unis)
Quartier de BELMONT , tres sympa et vivant, a coté de Lincoln park, avec le metro qui vs mene direct dans la Loop. En tout cas plus sexy que MIDWAY, surtout le soir.
Chambres vers 100$ .
Dans le même ordre, le OHIO House sur La Salle pas loin de la CHICAGO river.
Un peu plus haut sur la Salle, il y avait le Howard Johnson, mais il n'est plus referencé. Je me demande si il n'est pas en train d'etre refait.
HI, l'Ami!
J'avais effectivement regardé cet hôtel sur tes conseils. Un peu overpriced pour moi et j'ai finalement réservé au BestWestern Chicago Land à Country Side. Sans doute moins bien, notamment en termes de localisation, mais moitié moins cher à mes dates (août).
Cordialement
J'avais effectivement regardé cet hôtel sur tes conseils. Un peu overpriced pour moi et j'ai finalement réservé au BestWestern Chicago Land à Country Side. Sans doute moins bien, notamment en termes de localisation, mais moitié moins cher à mes dates (août).
Cordialement
Salut à toi aussi
Dur de se loger à CHICAGO à des prix corrects. (comme dans toutes les grandes villes d'ailleurs.) On est à 2 fois moins cher.
Comme dit plus haut, j'ai eu la chance de tomber l'an dernier et il y a 2 ans sur des promos tres interessantes au PALMER HOUSE et au SOFITEL. Mais comme le parking vers l'hotel coutait un bras, j'avais heureusement mon fils qui rentrait chez lui avec la voiture de loc. Tres pratique...
Pour ton hotel, tu feras attention aux bouchons : c'est la 55 qui va de la ville sur l'ouest et MIDWAY, et il peut y avoir pas mal de monde...
Perso, il y a 3 ans, pour une nuit entre 2 voyages, j'avais voulu faire comme toi et ne pas loger au centre ville car finalement je n'avais rien à y faire. J'avais logé vers MIDWAY. Pas trs glamour, mais encore moins cher.
Combien de temps restes tu à CHICAGO? Si ca t'interesse, je regardrais en mai les coins où on peut stationner pour pas trop cher. Je me souviens de NAVY PIERS,
Dur de se loger à CHICAGO à des prix corrects. (comme dans toutes les grandes villes d'ailleurs.) On est à 2 fois moins cher.
Comme dit plus haut, j'ai eu la chance de tomber l'an dernier et il y a 2 ans sur des promos tres interessantes au PALMER HOUSE et au SOFITEL. Mais comme le parking vers l'hotel coutait un bras, j'avais heureusement mon fils qui rentrait chez lui avec la voiture de loc. Tres pratique...
Pour ton hotel, tu feras attention aux bouchons : c'est la 55 qui va de la ville sur l'ouest et MIDWAY, et il peut y avoir pas mal de monde...
Perso, il y a 3 ans, pour une nuit entre 2 voyages, j'avais voulu faire comme toi et ne pas loger au centre ville car finalement je n'avais rien à y faire. J'avais logé vers MIDWAY. Pas trs glamour, mais encore moins cher.
Combien de temps restes tu à CHICAGO? Si ca t'interesse, je regardrais en mai les coins où on peut stationner pour pas trop cher. Je me souviens de NAVY PIERS,
"Combien de temps restes-tu à CHICAGO?"
Nous y serons 3 jours pleins (arrivée la veille en soirée) + la matinée du J4, nous avons un vol à 3:30PM de Midway pour la Floride. Ce n'est jamais assez, mais j'ai cru comprendre que c'était suffisant pour les incontournables. J'aurai aimé 1 ou 2 jours de plus, mais ça compromettait ensuite la qualité du séjour en Floride.
"Si ca t'intéresse, je regarderais en mai les coins où on peut stationner pour pas trop cher" Avec plaisir 😉
"Si ca t'intéresse, je regarderais en mai les coins où on peut stationner pour pas trop cher" Avec plaisir 😉
Alors.. sinon, j'ai trouvé ça :
http://fr.hostelbookers.com/property/prp/65517/arr/2015-07-27/ngt/1/ppl/1
Si quelqu'un connaît...
Ça ne m'a pas l'air cher, et c'est près d'Union Station.
Il y aurait aussi : http://www.getawayhostel.com/fr Bon, le lien n'a pas l'air de marcher... A voir.
Frédérique
Il y aurait aussi : http://www.getawayhostel.com/fr Bon, le lien n'a pas l'air de marcher... A voir.
Frédérique
Bon, eh bien, j'ai réservé au Chicago Parthenon Hostel, une chambre pour un peu moins de 80 euros, petit dej inclus.
A deux pas d'Union Station.
Je verrai bien ce que cela donne !
Frederique
Frederique
De rien !
C'est aussi ça les plaisirs du voyage ...
Le goût du risque ... Le goût du risque ...😉
Bonjour,
Je serai en déplacement à Germantown à une heure trente au nord de Chicago et compte bien profiter de ce déplacement pour faire un tour à Chicago donc.
J'arriverai le vendredi 29 avril à 19h à l'aéroport (donc après faut passer la frontière et arriver en ville...) Départ le dimanche en prenant l'I90 pour remonter dans le Nord.
Donc deux nuits à l'hôtel. J'ai plusieurs questions:
1/- Les hôtels sont supers cher, mais je compte en prendre un dans le centre près de la Blue Line. Des conseils pour deux nuits? La plupart des tarifs sont de 400€ pour deux nuits, je trouve ca cher, il y a quelquechose ce week end? 2/- Que vaut il mieux faire pour relier O Hare airport au centre ville : Train ? Taxi ? Navette hotel? 3/- Je compte partir le dimanche en route vers le Nord (Germantown pour être précis). Y a il des bouchons le dimanche en début d'après mîdi sur l'I55? Des Outlets le long de la route?
Merci
Je serai en déplacement à Germantown à une heure trente au nord de Chicago et compte bien profiter de ce déplacement pour faire un tour à Chicago donc.
J'arriverai le vendredi 29 avril à 19h à l'aéroport (donc après faut passer la frontière et arriver en ville...) Départ le dimanche en prenant l'I90 pour remonter dans le Nord.
Donc deux nuits à l'hôtel. J'ai plusieurs questions:
1/- Les hôtels sont supers cher, mais je compte en prendre un dans le centre près de la Blue Line. Des conseils pour deux nuits? La plupart des tarifs sont de 400€ pour deux nuits, je trouve ca cher, il y a quelquechose ce week end? 2/- Que vaut il mieux faire pour relier O Hare airport au centre ville : Train ? Taxi ? Navette hotel? 3/- Je compte partir le dimanche en route vers le Nord (Germantown pour être précis). Y a il des bouchons le dimanche en début d'après mîdi sur l'I55? Des Outlets le long de la route?
Merci
Bonjour.
Les hotels du centre ville (la blue line arrive dans le loop) sont en general assez chers, et 200$ la nuit me parait plus ou moins le prix.
Pour aller de O'Hare au centre ville, le metro est une bonne solution. La station de la blue line est vers les terminaux 1 2. Mais si vs avez beaucoup de bagages, le taxi sera plus confortable. Il y a un tarif forfaitaire.
De mon experience des dimanches à CHICAGO, ca devrait bien rouler dans votre sens en allant vers le Nord, sauf comme d'hab, sur la 90 qui mene à O'HARE. (Germantown est dans la banlieue de Milwaukee, pour y aller il faut prendre la 90 au tout début, puis un peu avant O'Hare la 94 ou la 294.)
Attention, la 294 qui mene à MILWAUKEE est payante au debut : penser à activer le boitier de votre ZPASS. Vs pouvez prendre la 94 un peu avant, gratuite mais moins roulante et moins rapide.
Il y a des outlets sur la 94 à la frontiere Illinois/Wisconsin à PLEASANT PRAIRIE.
Les hotels du centre ville (la blue line arrive dans le loop) sont en general assez chers, et 200$ la nuit me parait plus ou moins le prix.
Pour aller de O'Hare au centre ville, le metro est une bonne solution. La station de la blue line est vers les terminaux 1 2. Mais si vs avez beaucoup de bagages, le taxi sera plus confortable. Il y a un tarif forfaitaire.
De mon experience des dimanches à CHICAGO, ca devrait bien rouler dans votre sens en allant vers le Nord, sauf comme d'hab, sur la 90 qui mene à O'HARE. (Germantown est dans la banlieue de Milwaukee, pour y aller il faut prendre la 90 au tout début, puis un peu avant O'Hare la 94 ou la 294.)
Attention, la 294 qui mene à MILWAUKEE est payante au debut : penser à activer le boitier de votre ZPASS. Vs pouvez prendre la 94 un peu avant, gratuite mais moins roulante et moins rapide.
Il y a des outlets sur la 94 à la frontiere Illinois/Wisconsin à PLEASANT PRAIRIE.
Le Zpass est un systeme de badge pour passer automatiquemment les péages.
Dans les voitures de location, vs avez donc sur le pare brise un boitier metallique qui contient le badge. Si vs l'ouvrez, vs passez sans vs arretez, et le le loueur vs refacture le prix du péage par la suite(MAIS avec des frais) Sur la 94, vs avez une seule barriere de peage, où vs pouvez payer en cash.
Vs prenez une voiture de location à CHICAGO pour aller à Germantown?
Vs prenez une voiture de location à CHICAGO pour aller à Germantown?
Oui je compte prendre la voiture au Alamo de Chicago près de l'I90 justement. C'est pour le boulot, je regarde au plus pratique et jamais déçu d'Alamo (l'hotel c'est perso donc je fais un plus attention).
Pourquoi il y a quelque chose à se méfier? Je passe vraiment en éclair sur Chicago donc j'évite tout ce qui pourrait me faire perdre du temps.
Pourquoi il y a quelque chose à se méfier? Je passe vraiment en éclair sur Chicago donc j'évite tout ce qui pourrait me faire perdre du temps.
Encore une question, je me tate a dormir en arrivant (j'arrive à 18h15 mais avec le décalage ca fait tard) et à partir directement vers Germantown au nord le lendemain tranquillou. Il y a un site touristique qui vaux la peine de s'arrêter sur la route pour passer la nuit? (je me doute qu'il n'y a pas Yosemite).
Merci
Merci
Si tu peux utiliser les APC, le delai à l'immigration peut etre tres reduit, surtout si tu passes dans les premiers (penser à être bien placé dans l'avion).
Mais là tout peut arriver ... Perso j'ai 2 mauvaises expériences à O'HARE, notamment l'an dernier ou l'avion d'AF est resté bloqué sur la piste à l'arrivée car son parking était inaccessible à cause d'un autre avion attendant l'autorisation de quitter le parking. Ce qui fait qu'on a débarqué tout juste apres 2 autres avions, et qu'on s'est trouvé dans une file interminable de passagers, dont pas mal d'asiatiques avec VISA (questionnés bien plus longtemps à l'immigration),
Et les APC qui venaient d'etre installés etaient en test, et reservés aux passagers n'ayant ni nouveau passeport ni nouveau ESTA.
Donc pratiquement 2 heures perdues à l'immigration;bien qu'on soit sorti dans les premiers de l'avion car on était en affaire.
Mais là tout peut arriver ... Perso j'ai 2 mauvaises expériences à O'HARE, notamment l'an dernier ou l'avion d'AF est resté bloqué sur la piste à l'arrivée car son parking était inaccessible à cause d'un autre avion attendant l'autorisation de quitter le parking. Ce qui fait qu'on a débarqué tout juste apres 2 autres avions, et qu'on s'est trouvé dans une file interminable de passagers, dont pas mal d'asiatiques avec VISA (questionnés bien plus longtemps à l'immigration),
Et les APC qui venaient d'etre installés etaient en test, et reservés aux passagers n'ayant ni nouveau passeport ni nouveau ESTA.
Donc pratiquement 2 heures perdues à l'immigration;bien qu'on soit sorti dans les premiers de l'avion car on était en affaire.
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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).
Return to France: Dallas-Montpellier via CDG.
Cheers!
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).
Return to France: Dallas-Montpellier via CDG.
Cheers!
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?
Best,
Best,
Hi there,
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!
Laura
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!
Laura
Hi everyone! 🙂
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 🙂
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.
Merci de me conseiller pour la réservation pour la plus belle vue faut il réserver une chambre dans l'hôtel ou choisir une cabane ?
Prendre le petit déjeuner ou pas ?
Que pensez vous du restaurant ?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hey everyone!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
Hello,
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan




