Bonjour,
J'ai décidé de me faire plaisir. J'ai trouver sur le site www.sixt.fr une location pour une Ford Mustang ou Chvrolet Camaro a 53 € les 3 jours 17 € jour. Le problème c'est que ce tarif ne fonctionne que de Los Angeles a Phoenix Pensez vous que si je rends la voiture a Los Angeles SIXT va me demander le tarif normal de 250 € les 3 jours. Pour une Mustang c'est 257 € les 22 jours 11,66 € jour .mais comme je vais faire beaucoup de hors-piste avec une Mustang ça ne le fait pas !
A savoir que j'ai dejà louer un 4X4 22 j pour 211 € , 9,58 € jour de Los Angeles a Phoenix. J'aurais donc 2 voitures en location en meme temps les trois premiers jour avec la même compagnie. J'ai 2 cartes master Gold. Si je paye avec la 2 ie Carte la Ford Mustang les assurances mancheron t'elle ?
SIXT demande 30 € pour tout changement de réservation ou l'équivalent de 3 jours de location pour une annulation. Donc je garde la réservation du 4X4 a 9,58 € jour.
Bonjour
A mon avis, vs avez soulevé un truc du systeme de resa SIXT, qui sous facture la restitution à PHOENIX...
Je ne sais pas si c'est un bug, car je n'ai pas pu aller sur le site SIXT US en tant que resident US.
Le sixt SIXT.COM m'inscrit automatiquement comme français.
Ou alors il y a un evenement qui fait que le retour à PHOENIX est privilegié : un evenement? le centre de revente des vehicules pour l'ouest???
Pour votre question, vs pouvez tjrs rendre un vehicule à un endroit different de celui prévu su le contrat, moyennant le paiement eventuel des frais de drop off (C'est d'ailleurs pour celà que chez HERTZ, sur les tarifs pré-paid, les frais de drop off ne sont debités qu'au moment de la restitution du vehicule).
A priori, le tarif de base reste le même, et seuls les frais de drop off sont facturés.
Le probleme est que là, c'est moins cher de rendre le vehicule ailleurs...
A mon avis, on devrait garder le même tarif.
Autrement, pour votre probleme d'assurance, les tarifs proposés que vs citez comprennent CDW/LDW et LIS... pas besoin de faire marcher l'assurance de votre Gold
Merci .
Apparement sur mon voucher le prix de la restutution a Phoenix est inclu dans le prix: pas de supplement one way .<< Concession recovery fee >> normalement inclus comme indiquer sur la capture d'ecran ci-joint Los Angeles Phoenix , 9,58 € par jour soit 211 €
et ci-joint capture d'ecran Los Angeles, Las Vegas 1840 €, 83€ par jour ? pour la même durée de location
Bizarre la difference de prix
J'ai reçut mon voucher au tarif de 211 €
Normalement dans toutes les autres compagnie il n'y a pas de frais d'abandon entre Los Angeles , Phoenix, Las Vegas , San Francisco .
Bien lire les conditions avec Sixt concernant les états traversés
En début d'année je devais louer chez eux, mais en regardant les CG je m'étais aperçu que selon l'endroit ou la voiture était prise et rendue, il y avait des restrictions au niveau des états ( en clair on ne pouvais pas traverser certains états ... listés ... ) est-ce que ça a changé maintenant cette restriction !?!
Bizarre, mais en début d'année en tout cas, ça existait bien ...
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voici ce qui est inscrit sur le voucher ont ne parle pas de Drop Off payant ? Normalement toutes les autres compagnie ne fond pas payer le drop off entre ces villes, Los Angeles , phoenix , Las vegas, San Francisco ? Jaimerais louer une Mustang en plus 53 € pour 3 jours, essayer de rendre la voiture a Los Angeles au lieux de Phoenix a ce prix, je ne le revairai jamais sauf Bug . Comme Alamo il y a 2 ans .
Confirmation de réservation
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Date prise véhicule: 30.09.2015 17:30 heures
Date retour: 22.10.2015 02:00 heures Station départ: Los Angeles Intl. Aéroport
Station retour: Phoenix Sky Harbor Aéroport 9620 Airport Blvd 1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South 90045-5402Los Angeles 85034 Phoenix Nom du conducteur: AUB Prénom: GIL No. de vol/train: AA2280
Code tarifaire: US03UFL1 Catégorie véhicule: IFAR Mode paiement: EC Ex. de véhicules: Toyota Rav4, VW Tiguan, Chevrolet Captiva Durée de location: 22
Charge Quantité Prix unitaire Net Taxes Prix Total
Jour de location (par sem. ) 3 x 58,33 174,99 12,50% 21,87 196,86 USD
Jours supplem. 1 x 8,33 8,33 12,50% 1,04 9,37 USD
Customer Facility Charge 1 x 10,00 10,00 12,50% 1,25 11,25 USD
Concession Recovery Fee 10 % 18,33 12,50% 2,29 20,62 USD
Prix location prévu (HT) 211,65 USD Taxes 26,46 USD
Prix location prévu (TTC) 238,11 USD
Prepaid - Somme payé d'avance: 238,11 USD
incl. Sont inclus
tous miles Protection vol-collision avec franchise minimum
Energy surcharge Protection vol et collision Assurance resp. civile NJ Vehicle License Fee Vehicle Fee Vehicle license fee CDW
Franchise USD 0.00 TP Franchise USD 0.00 Toutes les remises accordées sont comprises dans le prix final indiqué.
Informations: Une réservation se fait par catégorie de véhicule, et non par modèle. Extras selon disponibilités. Votre reservation restera active pendant 60 min. après l'horaire de départ indiqué. Informationsrelatives aux réservations en prépaiement MODIFICATIONS: Selon disponibilité la réservation peut être modifiée moyennant 30 USD de frais de modification. En cas de modification, l'acompte ne sera pas remboursé, même si le montant est différent. ANNULATIONS: Avant le début de la location, la réservation peut être annuléepar écrit ou en ligne. En cas d'annulation, l'acompte sera remboursé après déduction des frais d'annulation ; ces frais correspondent au prix de la location pendant trois jours maximum (y compris lesfrais supplémentaires et les taxes).
La demande d annulation est à adresser à:
reservations-usa@sixt.com
Sixt Rent a Car, LLC 3900 NW 25th Street #407 Miami, FL 33142 USA Fax: +1-305-6758105
NON RECUPERATION DU VEHICULE: Si le locataire ne collecte pas le véhicule à l'heure convenue, l'acompte sera conservé. RETOUR ANTICIPEE Aucun remboursement ne sera possible. Conditions de paiement Les données concernant le conducteur et le paiement sont fixées lors de la réservation et ne sont pas modifiables. Le locataire doit être le détenteur de la carte de crédit. Cette dernière doit être présentée lors de l'enlèvement du véhicule et être valable à ce moment-là. Dans le cas une réservation en Prépaiement, le montant total sera prélevé de la carte de crédit, avant le début de lalocation. Dans le cas d'un rejet, la réservation sera annulée. Ceci supprimera votre doit sur le véhicule réservé.
En cas de modification de réservation (préalable ou non), l'acompte ne sera pas remboursé, notamment lorsque la durée de la location est réduite (prise en charge du véhicule plus tard que prévu / restitution du véhicule plus tôt que prévu).
Les conditions générales de locations s appliquent suivant le pays de location.
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Remarques:
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Internet: www.sixt.com Email: reservations-usa@sixt.com Phone: 1 888 749 8227 Fax: 1 888 722 2980
Toutes les informations sur la station à la fois:
Station départ: Los Angeles Intl. Aéroport 9620 Airport Blvd 90045-5402Los Angeles Station de 24 heures, toujours ouvert
Description de l'itinéraire:
* Branch information: Sixt Los Angeles Airport is located only three minutes from the Los Angeles Airport (LAX). We partner with the Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel which gives you the great opportunity to stay in an outstanding Hotel and collect and return your Sixt rental car at the same place. Our counter is conveniently located on the first floor inside the Renaissance Hotel. To get to our branch from the airport and to return simply use the Renaissance LAX or Four Points LAX Sheraton courtesy shuttles.
* Your way to Sixt: On the arrivals level take the exit at the baggage claim area. In case you have luggage please collect it before exiting the baggage claim area. Proceed outside on the arrival Level towards the shuttle bus islands in front of each terminal. Our courtesy shuttle will collect you under the red sign which is designated for Hotel and Courtesy shuttles. The Renaissance LAX shuttle bus runs approximately every 15-20 minutes. Please lookout for the light blue shuttle buses displaying Renaissance LAX or Four Points LAX Sheraton on the panel above the windshield and side window. Our Sixt branch is located next to the Hotel check in desk near the Lobby. Welcome!
* From 405 Fwy Southbound: Exit at Florence/Manchester and turn right onto W Manchester Blvd. Proceed for 0.9 miles. Turn left at Airport Blvd and follow for 0.8 miles. You will see the Renaissance Hotel to your left. The entrance for car return is located on the north side of the building, please turn right onto 96th Street and enter the Hotel parking.
* From 405 Fwy Northbound: Exit at Century Blvd/LA Airport and keep right at the fork. Turn left onto W Century Blvd towards LA Airport. Proceed for 1.0 mile. Turn right at Airport Blvd and follow for 0.3 miles. You will spot the Renaissance Hotel to your right. The entrance for car return is located on the north site of the building, please turn right at 96th Street and enter the Hotel parking.
* Return information: Sixt Car Return is located at the parking lot in the Renaissance Hotel, opposite of Budget Rent a Car. The entry is located on the short site of the Hotel at corner Airport Blvd and W 96th Street.
Station retour: Phoenix Sky Harbor Aéroport 1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South 85034 Phoenix Station de 24 heures, toujours ouvert
Description de l'itinéraire:
* Your way to Sixt: The Sixt branch is located in the Rental Car Center, 1805 East Sky Harbor Circle South. Please follow the signs for the Rental Car Center through the airport to the facility.
* From the north:
Sixt Rent a Car, LLC 3900 NW 25th Street #407 Miami, FL 33142 USA
Internet: www.sixt.com Email: reservations-usa@sixt.com Phone: 1 888 749 8227 Fax: 1 888 722 2980
Take I-10 East. Use the Washington/Jefferson St. Exit 148. Go south (straight) on the frontage road to Sky Harbor Circle North and turn right. Follow that street around toward Buckeye Road to Sky Harbor Circle South. Follow the signs to the facility.
* From the south: Take I-10 West. Use the Buckeye Road Exit 149 and turn left on Buckeye Road. Take Buckeye Road to Sky Harbor Circle South (past 16th Street) and turn left. There is a double left turn lane there.
Effectivement : aucune mention de drop off payant.
Donc à mon humble avis : no problem.
Bonjour,
Mais pas de mention de drop off gratuit non plus 🙂
Avec AVIS, le one way (pour la Côte EST, jamais testé sur la Côte OUEST) est indiqué sur la confirmation de réservation :
Inclus dans votre prix : ..... Frais de restitution dans une autre agence, ......
Et sur le voucher en anglais (bien utile au mois de juin à AVIS BOS, la fille voulait nous facturer les frais de one way, soit disant ils n'apparaissaient pas sur son ordi....) :
Included in your rental: Loss Damage Waiver (LDW), Additional Liability Insurance (ALI), One Way Fee, Mandatory Charges , Unlimited Mileage
A mon avis, vs avez soulevé un truc du systeme de resa SIXT, qui sous facture la restitution à PHOENIX...
Je viens de regarder sur le site de SIXT.
Pour les One Way, il est précisé :
One Way Car Rentals in the USA
One way car rentals are only allowed in certain locations within the USA and Worldwide. In the USA it is possible to book one way at all corporate locations, so some of the most popular one way destinations are:
- Los Angeles, California to Las Vegas, Nevada
- Miami, Florida to Atlanta, Georgia
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Seattle, Washington
- Orlando, Florida to Miami, Florida
- Los Angeles, California to Phoenix, Arizona
There is a fee depending on how far you take the vehicle, the further you need to go usually the more expensive the one way rental is. One exception to this is in Florida as all corporate locations offer no fees for one way rentals. Make sure you know which locations allow one way car rentals by trying to book online on sixt.com or call our customer service at 1-888-749-822, who will be able to answer any questions that you might have about one way rentals all over the world. Sixt rent a car is looking forward to serving your car rental needs all over the globe.
je viens de poser la question a l'agence Sixt et mon confirmé que tout étais compris one way inclus.
j'espere qu'il pratiqueron les memes tarifs pour l'année prochaine
en tout cas 211 € pour 22 jours de location d'un 4X4 ça fait pas cher 9,58 € jour
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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.
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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.
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El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum:
Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona:
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Albuquerque:
Santa Fe,
Turquoise Trail,
Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66:
Old Route 66 in the city;
Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas:
JFK Museum;
Perot Museum;
West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary.
Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between:
- The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc.
- The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road.
Thanks for your input!
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes:
- East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop
- West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon!
Marcalamar 🙂
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly!
Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route:
Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles
Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman
Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon
Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page
Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page
Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley
Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango
Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango
Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango
Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango
Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs
Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs
Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab
Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab
Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab
Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab
Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab
Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal
Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton
Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton
Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody
Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone
Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone
Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone
Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone
Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City
Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon
Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion
Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion
Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion
Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas
Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas
Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles
Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles
Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels
Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
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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.
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- Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Mojave Desert
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- Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
- Silverwood Lake
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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.
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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!
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?
