Bonjour,
bon bon bon je suis un peu paumée, je prépare mon voyage de cet été qui partira de seattle vers SF puis LA par avion.
je ne voulais pas trop courir mais je coince à certains endroits et aurais besoin d'aide.
voila le projet
26 juillet arrivée Seattle en soirée
27 Seattle
28 Seattle
29 Mont Rainier
30 Mont Rainier
31 Mont St Helen
01 Portland
et la je coince
02 Cannon beach mais est ce que ça vaut vraiment le coup ?
03 Bend
04 Crater Lake
05 Crater Lake
06 Redwood ou Eureka
07 Sonoma ou SF
vol SF - LA
08-09-10- 11 LA
je n'ai pas prévu Olympic car Ile de Vancouver déjà faite.
Le Mont Hood est il indispensable, la Willamette Valley vaut elle le coup, le lac de Klamath ?
merci d'avance
Régine
Hi
Olympic NP, ce n'est pas la mm chose que Vancouver Island
Il faut y passer 2 jours
Crater lake NP ne nécessite pas 2 jours
Et à redescendre, il y a Lava Bed NM et Lassen Volcanic NP qui sont plus intéressants que ce qui est prévu, sauf Redwood NP
Moi, je n'avais pas aimé Mont Rainier, par mauvais temps il est vrai
Quoi faire à Bend ? à l'est John Day Fossil Bed
Bern
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je prépare mon voyage de cet été qui partira de seattle vers SF puis LA par avion.
je ne voulais pas trop courir mais je coince à certains endroits et aurais besoin d'aide.
voila le projet
26 juillet arrivée Seattle en soirée
27 Seattle
28 Seattle
29 Mont Rainier
30 Mont Rainier
31 Mont St Helen
01 Portland
et la je coince
02 Cannon beach mais est ce que ça vaut vraiment le coup ?
03 Bend
04 Crater Lake
05 Crater Lake
06 Redwood ou Eureka
07 Sonoma ou SF
vol SF - LA
08-09-10- 11 LA
je n'ai pas prévu Olympic car Ile de Vancouver déjà faite.
Le Mont Hood est il indispensable, la Willamette Valley vaut elle le coup, le lac de Klamath ?
merci d'avance
Régine
Bonjour,
C´est un morceau des EU que j´adore car très différent de la Californie.
Attention aux distances. ça pourri un peu le voyage.
J´ai fait le chemin en sens inverse : de SF à Seattle en passant par Portland
Seattle : vous avez un musée de la musique, alors si vous êtes fan de Nirvana, il y a plein de choses sur le groupe et autres groupes. Vous pouvez même essayer des instruments de musique en cabine (guitares...) Un musée qui vaut le coup, juste à côté de la space needle.
Pour les fans de Bruce Lee, sa tombe est là-bas
Ville sympa, des trucs à voir
Mont Rainier : on y avait passé qu´une journée en passant faute de trouver un logement pratique et pas cher. Néanmoins, la balade fut très belle (en juillet/aout), on a marché dans la neige, les gens faisaient des glissades... Rafraichissant (du monde au départ, et comme partout + on marche, + on lache les moins sportifs et ceux en sandales)
Portland : la ville des Dandy Warhols, ville que j´ai aimé, plutôt décalée dans le look des habitants (du coup si vous êtes habillés touristes short basket "à fond la forme", vous vous sentirez en dehors du contexte)
magnifique jardin de roses
http://www.dandywarhols.com
D´ailleurs ils sont à Bend le 22 juin !
Crater Lake : on fait le tour du lac dans la journée, c'est joli et reposant. Attention : don´t feed wildlife (plein d´écureuils ou chipmunks)
Certains ont randonné sur ce forum, il faut trouver leur carnet
Comme dit précédemment : lava bed au nord de la Californie, à la frontière de l´oregon, je pense que c'est à faire car ça donne de la diversité dans les parcs. La journée suffit pour faire plein de petites balades dans les tubes. Attention à la tête !
Redwood : c'est joli, il y a des "elk" (animal à 4 pattes dans le style parents de bambi) dans le coin, mais si vous avez déjà fait Sequoia ou Yosemite, ce n´est pas la peine de s´éterniser (sauf si c'est ce que vous recherchez)
Sonoma : si vous planifiez une visite de domaines, sinon rien de particulier.
SF : incontournable
Klamath : on a juste dormi 1 ou 2 nuits, c'est perdu au milieu de nulle part avec le train qui passe la nuit et qui siffle comme dans les films ! C'était notre point de chute pour les lava beds
Eureka : vague souvenir, rien de folichon, on passe on prend des photos et on repart
Je pense que dans l´Oregon, il y a une multitude de parcs car quand on roule d´un endroit à un autre on voit des panneaux ou dans les hôtels, il y a des cartes avec.
Lister ce que vous voulez faire le +, et le voyage se ficellera + facilement
Je m´étais inspirée du voyage d´Itat :
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=5482471;#5482471
+ voir son blog
C´était un grand voyage et il avait fallu faire des choix (ne pas fait le Mt St Helens par exemple), en espérant y retourner un jour.
Bon j´aide pas trop, mais c'est un beau voyage en perspective.
EU Est et surtout Ouest, un peu Hawaii
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Bonjour,
pour répondre à votre interrogation sur Cannon Beach, la côte de l'Oregon est spectaculaire et toute cette côte mérite d'être vue. Bend est sympa, mais si vous n'allez pas à Smith Rock ou si vous n'êtes pas intéressée par le musée sur les natives, vous pouvez laisser tomber Bend. Comme déjà dit 1 journée à Crater lake suffit, surtout si vous ne randonnez pas. Mont Rainier, 2 jours? C'est ce que nous avons fait, c'était pour se donner une chance d'avoir du beau temps, et nous avons eu le soleil tout le temps, mais si vous ne randonnez pas un peu, 2 jours ce sera long.
Nous y étions l'été passé, un petit carnet là:voyageforum.com/...t_reply;so=ASC;mh=20;
C'est vaut la peine a lire les autres discussions concernant cette belle region.
Olympic NP est assez different de l'ile de Vancouver. Les rainforests Hoh et Quinault sont superbes. Aussi ses plages sauvages et Hurricane Ridge.
S'il fait beau a Mont Rainier NP, de tres belles randonnees sont possibles.
Non, Mont Hood n'est pas indispensable. On peut visiter des vignobles au Willamette Valley mais la region n'est pas indispensable non plus.
A Portland, j'aimais surtout les 3 jardins: Japonais, Rose (a cote du jardin Japonais), et Chinois (au centre-ville). Les jardins Japonais et Chinois sont tres differents.
Smith Rock State Park pres de Bend est tres, tres joli. Newberry Volcanic NM est agreable aussi.
Toute la cote d'Oregon est jolie.
Crater Lake NP est magnifique mais un jour suffit. J'irais directement de Crater Lake a Redwood NP. Je n'irais pas au lac de Klamath.
merci à tous pour vos réponses,
j'ai lu pas mal de choses sur le forum mais je n'arrivais quand même pas à me projeter; Là vous m'avez bien aidé !!!
je vais revoir tout ça;
sonoma je voudrais en effet visiter un domaine et gouter certains vins.
Klamath c'est juste pour comprendre pourquoi tout le monde cherchent les fameuses algues du lac...
Cette année on est décidé à pas mal randonner, c'est pour ça les 2 nuits à Mont Rainier et Crater Lake. je pense laisser tomber cannon beach ça fait un trop gros détour.
Du coup je vais approfondir sur les randos à faire.
lesquelles sont vraiment indispensables à faire du coté de crater lake ?
Et merci pour le groupe que je ne connaissais pas. Le musée de la musique est bien sur sur au
programme à seattle, Duff Mckagan des gun's (je suis fan) en est originaire et j'espère y voir quelques archives. L'année dernière je m'étais régalée à Nashville au hall of fame.
encore merci
régine
Mon vignoble favorit c'est celui de Francis Ford Coppola. Des vins extraordinaires et si vous aimez le cinema un veritable musee par la meme occasion.
Certains vins sont exclusivement en vente au vignoble. Degustation bien sur !
bonjour
merci pour l'info,
du coup est ce que ça vaut le coup lassen volcanic ?
mon itinéraire n'a pas beaucoup évolué
seattle
seattle
seattle
mount rainier
mount rainier
mount st helens
portland
toujours indécise
mais sans doute willamette valley (pour le vin)
bend ( painted hills unit, smith rock)
crater lake
crater lake
lassen volcanic np
redwood
sonoma
LA
LA
LA
Les billets d'avion sont pris direct seattle et retour LA d'ailleurs très cher par rapport à l'année dernière
il me manque les vols intérieurs SF-LA mais les prix ont l'air top (33 euros prix départ)
l'année dernière j'avais aussi trouvé un NOLA MIAMI dans ces prix là
le campground mount rainier est réservé
Eco park resort de st helens j'ai laisse un message mais pas de réponse pour l'instant (peut on faire la réservation par mail ?)
campground crater lake complet, je m'en doutais mais bon j'ai quand même essaye d'appeler et j'ai eu la météo complète du jour ...
Pour Lost creek apparemment pas de réservation possible
Quelqu'un a t-il une solution de repli ?
J'hésite aussi entre redwood et humboldt redwood, est ce vraiment different ?
j'ai aussi réservé l'hôtel à seattle et j'étais hallucinée par les prix!!!!
portland réservé aussi
les deux annulables
je suis preneuse si vous avez des adresses d'hôtel centre pour les deux villes
merci d'avance pour votre aide
Régine
bonsoir
merci pour votre réponse,
je vais quand même insisté. Pour Mazama vous aviez réservé de bonne heure ? j'essaie de regarder tous les jours mais toujours pas de dispo.
régine
Après Portland, tu peux faire Columbia river par la rt historique (30) jc Hood River et descendre sur Bend -tu passeras a cote du Mont hood--ou prolonger jc The dalles et descendre jc Bend-
Pour ne pas allonger ton parcours, je te conseillerais de bifurquer a Hood River-mais tu fais bien sur comme tu as envie-
merci pour ta réponse,
j'avais bien prévu ça mais du coup c'était apparemment entre mont st hélens et portland (google map). Mais je vais y regarder de plus plus et merci pour le site il est top.
régine
Après Portland, tu peux faire Columbia river par la rt historique (30)
Bonjour,
Colombia river, c´est le site que je n´ai pas apprécié aux EU.
De la route et du monde pour voir une cascade.
Rien de bien folichon.
C'est un avis personnel.
Bon voyage
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Pour Crater Lake, il faut faire Watchman Overlook 1,6 mile pour la vue du cratère d’en haut et Cleetwood Trail pour aller y toucher l’eau et se baigner 2,2 miles, attention la remontée est rude...
Lassen Volcanic vaut le coup rien que pour grimper sur Cinder Cone et la vue d’en haut à couper le souffle à 360°! Si Bumpass Hell est fermé, il y a aussi la rando de Devil’s Kitchen 3 miles a/r pour la zone géothermique. Un coup de coeur pour nous!
Fais de ta vie un rêve et d'un rêve une réalité!
Les récits de nos 4 voyages USA : http://vulpifive.com/
bonjour
merci véronique, c'est toujours mieux d'avoir le retour d'un fourreur sur les randos, elles seront à mon programme et la baignade aussi. Pour Lassen du coup j'ai laissé tombe ça me faisait beaucoup de route en plus, de crater lake à lassen et de lassen à redwood.
régine
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Hello! The itinerary is pretty much set for August 2026. Yeah, I know it’s gonna be *super* hot. But it’s the only time we can get away.
So, here’s the plan: Montpellier-CDG-Dallas.
Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026:
Car rental – check,
Hotels – check,
Itinerary – almost check,
Photo gear – check,
Budget – check, 🤪
Meal planning – meh, we’ll see...
Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
And now, without too much detail...
Fort Worth:
The Longhorns and the Stockyards;
JR’s ranch (for the missus);
Medal of Honor Museum – Arlington.
Houston and NASA Space Center:
See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains:
El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum:
Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona:
Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque:
Santa Fe,
Turquoise Trail,
Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66:
Old Route 66 in the city;
Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas:
JFK Museum;
Perot Museum;
West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
hi everyone
I’m planning a world trip and I’m looking for great tips on accommodation in the United States.
Do you have any good deals to share, please?
thanks
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary.
Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between:
- The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc.
- The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road.
Thanks for your input!
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes:
- East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop
- West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon!
Marcalamar 🙂
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly!
Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route:
Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles
Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman
Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon
Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page
Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page
Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley
Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango
Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango
Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango
Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango
Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs
Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs
Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab
Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab
Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab
Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab
Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab
Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal
Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton
Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton
Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody
Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone
Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone
Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone
Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone
Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City
Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon
Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion
Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion
Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion
Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas
Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas
Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles
Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels
Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way:
- Mormon Rocks
- Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Mojave Desert
- Mojave National Preserve
- Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
- Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre.
Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:**
We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:**
Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:**
Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary:
Day 1: Davis – overnight stop
Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen)
Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes
Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike
Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes)
Day 6: South Lake Tahoe
Day 7: South Lake Tahoe
Day 8: Mammoth Lake
Day 9: Mammoth Lake
Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road
Day 11: El Portal
Day 12: El Portal
Day 13: Oakhurst
Day 14: Miramonte
Day 15: Three Rivers
Day 16: Three Rivers
Day 17: Coalinga
Day 18: Monterey
Day 19: Monterey
Day 20: San Francisco
Day 21: San Francisco
Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned:
Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2)
Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3)
Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4)
Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV?
Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast.
I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October.
My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips.
I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas)
T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC)
W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page
Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV)
F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab
Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce
Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion
M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas
Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks...
For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400,
which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.).
Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense?
Day 1: Orlando
Day 2: Amelia Island
Day 3: Amelia Island
Day 4: Tallahassee
Day 5: Panama City Beach
Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin)
Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way)
Day 8: Crystal River
Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater)
Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete)
Day 11: Anna Maria
Day 12: Orlando
Day 13: Orlando
Day 14: Orlando
Day 15: Departure
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus.
In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
