Bonjour,
Quelqu'un connait-il la façon la plus économique et la plus facile de louer une voiture aux Etats Unis?
Merci d'avance
Gilbert
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Location de voiture aux Etats-Unis
by Gilbacher
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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J'y ai loué une voiture une dizaine de jours en septembre dernier, après quelques recherches, les moins chers étaient Thrifty...http://www.thrifty.com/
Bonjour,
Quelqu'un connait-il la façon la plus économique et la plus facile de louer une voiture aux Etats Unis?
Merci d'avance Gilbert
Bonjour,
Quelqu'un connait-il la façon la plus économique et la plus facile de louer une voiture aux Etats Unis?
Merci d'avance Gilbert
Nous sommes passés par Nouvelles Frontières ; on a loué une cabriolet cobalt chez Alamo. J'ai trouvé le prix correct. La voiture était neuve, sans problème : lecteur de CD, clim. indispensable là bas.
Le seul problème, c'est que l'on va prendre la voiture, on choisi celle qu'on veut parmis la catégorie qu'on a choisi, nous même et personne ne nous explique les vitesses ou quoi que ce soit. Et avec la boîte automatique..... GROSSE GALERE. On a fait 3 fois le tour du parking pour se faire un peu la main !!
Le plus dur est de la conduire, la boîte automatique, c'est bizarre quand on ne connait pas. Mon homme s'y est fait relativement vite mais moi, je ne l'ai prise que sur les routes pour aller dans les parcs ; dans les villes, je me sentais pas !!!!!!
Et puis, on dit que les américains et surtout les californiens sont fair plays et ont une conduite cool. Je ne sais pas si c'est une légende ou si on n'a pas eu de chance, mais nous, on est tombé sur pas mal de mauvais conducteur, on s'est fait collé au cul, appel de phares et klaxonné plusieurs fois et à plusieurs différents endroits....
C'est sur que quand on ne connais ni l'endroit ni la route, on tatonne un peu, mais on peut pas dire que les gens au volant ont été très fair plays !!! Pourtant je suppose qu'ils ont du reconnaitre notre voiture de location !!!!! C'est très très mal indiqué, à part dans les villes.... on peut faire des dizaines de kilomètres sans voir un seul panneau d'indication, c'est terrible. Au point que pour aller à Disneyland à Anaheim, le 4 jour de notre arrivée (on n'avait donc pas trop l'habitude..), on a pris une freeway mais on s'est retrouvé à l'opposé. On est arrivé à l'hôtel à 2 h du mat., complètement crevé !!!!
Je ne sais pas encore comment on s'est débrouillé, mais on avais pris la bonne freeway et d'un coup, on s'est retrouvé sur la freeway nord au lieu de sud. Je ne sais pas encore comment on s'est débrouillé.... mais c'est un mauvais souvenir !!
Enfin, ça fait parti des aléas du voyage !!!
Le seul problème, c'est que l'on va prendre la voiture, on choisi celle qu'on veut parmis la catégorie qu'on a choisi, nous même et personne ne nous explique les vitesses ou quoi que ce soit. Et avec la boîte automatique..... GROSSE GALERE. On a fait 3 fois le tour du parking pour se faire un peu la main !!
Le plus dur est de la conduire, la boîte automatique, c'est bizarre quand on ne connait pas. Mon homme s'y est fait relativement vite mais moi, je ne l'ai prise que sur les routes pour aller dans les parcs ; dans les villes, je me sentais pas !!!!!!
Et puis, on dit que les américains et surtout les californiens sont fair plays et ont une conduite cool. Je ne sais pas si c'est une légende ou si on n'a pas eu de chance, mais nous, on est tombé sur pas mal de mauvais conducteur, on s'est fait collé au cul, appel de phares et klaxonné plusieurs fois et à plusieurs différents endroits....
C'est sur que quand on ne connais ni l'endroit ni la route, on tatonne un peu, mais on peut pas dire que les gens au volant ont été très fair plays !!! Pourtant je suppose qu'ils ont du reconnaitre notre voiture de location !!!!! C'est très très mal indiqué, à part dans les villes.... on peut faire des dizaines de kilomètres sans voir un seul panneau d'indication, c'est terrible. Au point que pour aller à Disneyland à Anaheim, le 4 jour de notre arrivée (on n'avait donc pas trop l'habitude..), on a pris une freeway mais on s'est retrouvé à l'opposé. On est arrivé à l'hôtel à 2 h du mat., complètement crevé !!!!
Je ne sais pas encore comment on s'est débrouillé, mais on avais pris la bonne freeway et d'un coup, on s'est retrouvé sur la freeway nord au lieu de sud. Je ne sais pas encore comment on s'est débrouillé.... mais c'est un mauvais souvenir !!
Enfin, ça fait parti des aléas du voyage !!!
Bonne journée ! Une Corse... de Marseille
Nous sommes allés deux fois aux Etats-Unis et nous avons toujours loué chez Alamo par le biais de Nouvelles Frontières. C'était très bien... Prix très corrects. Pas de soucis de formalités grâce au bon d'échange... On a choisi la voiture de la catégorie que nous avions retenue et s'il n'y en a plus dans la catégorie voulue, le loueur vous donne la catégorie supérieure pour le même prix. Au retour, aucun problème non plus...
Contrairement à la mauvaise expérience qu'a eu Ounite, nous avons trouvé que les Etasuniens étaient très cools au volant, très sympas et tolérants sur la route. A plusieurs reprises, nous avons fait des bétises et pas le moindre klaxon... Ce ne sont pas des excités comme les Français; on peut prendre de la graine!
En revanche, il est vrai, qu'au début ce n'est pas évident de s'orienter: peu de panneaux. Mais c'est un coup à prendre. On s'y fait très vite. Après, c'est un jeu d'enfants...
Bon voyage
en reponse à votre demande :
nous allons sur la cote ouest en juillet et nous avons chercher longtemps un moyen pas cher de louer une voiture sur place, nous avons trouvé des agences sur places qui louent pour pas cher voici une petite liste d'agences aux états unis qui louent pas chers fox rental car thirthy rental car dollar rental car
leurs prix ne sont pas chers ils vous donnent le prix en dollar. je sais que pour 22 jours une voiture familiale pour 5 adultes deux grandes valises et deux petites, coute 480 dollar ce qui donne en eur 380, à peu pres. maintenant tout dépend combien de jours vous rester et ou vous allez.
j'espère que ma réponse vous aidera à trouver une voiture pas chère.
nous allons sur la cote ouest en juillet et nous avons chercher longtemps un moyen pas cher de louer une voiture sur place, nous avons trouvé des agences sur places qui louent pour pas cher voici une petite liste d'agences aux états unis qui louent pas chers fox rental car thirthy rental car dollar rental car
leurs prix ne sont pas chers ils vous donnent le prix en dollar. je sais que pour 22 jours une voiture familiale pour 5 adultes deux grandes valises et deux petites, coute 480 dollar ce qui donne en eur 380, à peu pres. maintenant tout dépend combien de jours vous rester et ou vous allez.
j'espère que ma réponse vous aidera à trouver une voiture pas chère.
http://www.onetravel.com/
Tu peux trouver ton bonheur. Fais attention quand même à certains qui sont déconseillés. Avant de "booker", demande conseil sur le forum.
Tu peux trouver ton bonheur. Fais attention quand même à certains qui sont déconseillés. Avant de "booker", demande conseil sur le forum.
Le temps est un grand maitre, dit-on. Le malheur est qu'il tue ses élèves.. .
bonjour,
ca, c'est une bonne réponse, c'est à vérifier, je pense que meme s'il y a des assurances ou autre à ajouter, ce sera toujours moins chers vous ne pensez pas ?
D'après ce que je comprends, à moins que je me trompe, il y a quand meme une assurance basique ils me donnent ce prix avec les taxes comprises, voici comment ils me répondent quand je reserve : 3 weeks pour $ 328, 50 1 day en plus $ 21, 90 donc $ 350, 40 miles uncluded = unlimited restitution de la voiture à san francisco pour $ 100, en plus car nous la prenons à los angeles et nous rendons à san francisco. state tax : $ 28, 91 donc le total estimé est de $ 479, 31, mais vous avez raison ils ne parlent pas d'assurance, c'est ambigu. mais je répète, je pense qu'ils assurent un minimum, par contre il y a des assurances en option . qu'en pensez vous et etes vous de mon avis ?
ca, c'est une bonne réponse, c'est à vérifier, je pense que meme s'il y a des assurances ou autre à ajouter, ce sera toujours moins chers vous ne pensez pas ?
D'après ce que je comprends, à moins que je me trompe, il y a quand meme une assurance basique ils me donnent ce prix avec les taxes comprises, voici comment ils me répondent quand je reserve : 3 weeks pour $ 328, 50 1 day en plus $ 21, 90 donc $ 350, 40 miles uncluded = unlimited restitution de la voiture à san francisco pour $ 100, en plus car nous la prenons à los angeles et nous rendons à san francisco. state tax : $ 28, 91 donc le total estimé est de $ 479, 31, mais vous avez raison ils ne parlent pas d'assurance, c'est ambigu. mais je répète, je pense qu'ils assurent un minimum, par contre il y a des assurances en option . qu'en pensez vous et etes vous de mon avis ?
Et bien dis donc on devrait te décerner une médaille....la prochaine fois emmène ta Clio....Tu as raison....la Californie c'est nul.....un vrai Zoulouland...le tiers monde quoi....😉
On met longtemps à devenir jeune...
On a déjà souvent parlé de ses questions ici, mais bon😉 Les miles included est toujours le cas. Le "dropoff" ou réstitution de la voiture à un autre endroit existe en Californie sans coût Les assurances comme la cdw existent aussi parce-que préscrit par la loi
Mais ici c'est le point important:
ces assurances sont à un minimum 🏴☠️
Qui est le plus important c'est de voir avec quelle franchise on te propose la location/assurances......... Et absolument pas oublier la "LIS" qui est la plus importante dans le cas d'un accident soit avec des dégats matériel ou corporelle. Si tu n'est pas assez couvert là bas ça peux te coûter ta maison.
Non, pour moi, c'est toujours la solution de louer en Europe la moins cher 😏
Qui est le plus important c'est de voir avec quelle franchise on te propose la location/assurances......... Et absolument pas oublier la "LIS" qui est la plus importante dans le cas d'un accident soit avec des dégats matériel ou corporelle. Si tu n'est pas assez couvert là bas ça peux te coûter ta maison.
Non, pour moi, c'est toujours la solution de louer en Europe la moins cher 😏
J'ai également loué ma voiture via Nouvelles Frontières avec Alamo. Nous avions pris l'assurance gold c'est-à-dire qu'elle inclut absolument tout + un plein d'essence gratuit (on rend la voiture sans essence), on a pu laisser la voiture dans un autre état sans supplément et le 2° conducteur est inscrit gratuitement.
A l'agence, ils nous ont conseillé de refuser toutes propositions d'options supplémentaires.
Nous avons bien sûr payé plus cher mais il y a des priorités dans la vie et la tranquillité d'esprit, ça n'a pas de prix ; enfin, c'est mon point de vue !!!
Déjà, qu'en cas de pépin, on pert du temps et on a des soucis, alors autant limiter le maximum et partir l'esprit tranquille de ce coté là...
Par chance, nous n'avons eu aucun problème mais je tenais à avoir une très très bonne assurance pour là bas car c'est vrai qu'en cas de problème, si on n'a pas une bonne assurance, ça peut te couter vraiment très cher !!!!!
A l'agence, ils nous ont conseillé de refuser toutes propositions d'options supplémentaires.
Nous avons bien sûr payé plus cher mais il y a des priorités dans la vie et la tranquillité d'esprit, ça n'a pas de prix ; enfin, c'est mon point de vue !!!
Déjà, qu'en cas de pépin, on pert du temps et on a des soucis, alors autant limiter le maximum et partir l'esprit tranquille de ce coté là...
Par chance, nous n'avons eu aucun problème mais je tenais à avoir une très très bonne assurance pour là bas car c'est vrai qu'en cas de problème, si on n'a pas une bonne assurance, ça peut te couter vraiment très cher !!!!!
Bonne journée ! Une Corse... de Marseille
Bonjour,
En effet, les devis en direct par un loueur (USA ou autres) n'incluent JAMAIS les suppléments éventuels... et ne donnent jamais l'info du coût du drop off entre SF et LA ou Las Vegas, pour une bonne raison : en général le locataire ignore que entre ces 3 points c'est gratuit !! concurrence oblige ! donc si on ne dit rien, ils vous taxent 100$ vite fait !
Pour les autres suppléments : l'un est le CDW Collision Damage Waiver, soit la suppression de la franchise en cas de dégats à la voiture louée : si on ne souscrit pas le CDW et qu'on "plie" la charette, ça peut couter 1000 ou 1500$...
L'autre est le LIS = Liability Insurance Supplement qui a pour but de faire passer la limite de responsabilité civile du minimum légal (125000$ je crois) à au moins 1 million$, en cas de crash impliquant des tiers victimes ou des biens. Connaissant la mentalité US prompte à lancer un procès pour 1/2 million $ en dommages et intérêt... moi je n'hésite pas à me couvrir !!
En effet la formule Gold d'Alamo, qu'elle soit vendue par N.F ou Autoescape ou Holidayauto, inclut ces suppléments, plus un plein (une misère !) et 3 conducteurs supp gratuits. Et bien sur le tarif n'a rien à voir avec un prix de base chez Budget ou Avis ou toute autre Cie locale !!
Mais peut on "jouer" avec ce genre de mauvaises économies ?? Choix perso !
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
Tout à fait d'accord ; quand j'ai fais la différence, c'est vrai que l'on serait tenté de s'assurer aux USA. Mais comme je me méfie, je préfère passer par une bonne agence française que l'on peut aller voir et comprendre exactement ce qui nous est dit en cas de pépin.
Déjà lorsqu'on a un problème en France, on a toujours des mauvaises surprises alors aux States, n'en parlons pas !!!
Personnellement, je ne prends pas le risque.
De plus, je ne connais pas les termes exacts des assurances américaines et ce qu'elles couvrent donc je préfère mille fois jouer la carte de la sécurité et la tranquillité d'esprit.
Bien sûr, ça coute plus cher.... mais lorsqu'on fait un voyage pareil, surtout pour moi 3 semaines et un budget d'environ 5 patates à 3, je pense que je ne suis plus à ça près......
Il y a quand même des priorités dans la vie... et des dépenses qu'il vaut largement mieux faire !!! 🙂
Déjà lorsqu'on a un problème en France, on a toujours des mauvaises surprises alors aux States, n'en parlons pas !!!
Personnellement, je ne prends pas le risque.
De plus, je ne connais pas les termes exacts des assurances américaines et ce qu'elles couvrent donc je préfère mille fois jouer la carte de la sécurité et la tranquillité d'esprit.
Bien sûr, ça coute plus cher.... mais lorsqu'on fait un voyage pareil, surtout pour moi 3 semaines et un budget d'environ 5 patates à 3, je pense que je ne suis plus à ça près......
Il y a quand même des priorités dans la vie... et des dépenses qu'il vaut largement mieux faire !!! 🙂
Bonne journée ! Une Corse... de Marseille
Bonjour,
je viens juste de m'inscrire et je viens de voir votre message.
Je suis habitué des Etats-Unis car j'y vais plusieurs mois par an et pendant ces voyages, je loue des voitures.
En fait, je me suis aperçu qu'il n'y a pas de règle générale sur qui est le moins cher. Tout dépend de la période et des offres promotionnelles, notamment le week-end.
Je passe par un site pour réserver mes voitures, c'est www.travelocity.com qui est pour moi le site de référence pour voyager aux USA. Pour donner une idée de la variabilité des tarifs, j'ai réservé 3 voitures en décembre, mon critère étant à chaque fois de louer au moins cher: 1 par Alamo, 1 par Enterprise, 1 par Budget.
je viens juste de m'inscrire et je viens de voir votre message.
Je suis habitué des Etats-Unis car j'y vais plusieurs mois par an et pendant ces voyages, je loue des voitures.
En fait, je me suis aperçu qu'il n'y a pas de règle générale sur qui est le moins cher. Tout dépend de la période et des offres promotionnelles, notamment le week-end.
Je passe par un site pour réserver mes voitures, c'est www.travelocity.com qui est pour moi le site de référence pour voyager aux USA. Pour donner une idée de la variabilité des tarifs, j'ai réservé 3 voitures en décembre, mon critère étant à chaque fois de louer au moins cher: 1 par Alamo, 1 par Enterprise, 1 par Budget.
http://www.autoeurope.fr (ou http://www.autoeurope.com)
C'est le moins cher que j'ai trouvé pour mes dates (août 2006)...
C'est le moins cher que j'ai trouvé pour mes dates (août 2006)...
bonjour je viens de consulter votre post sur lequel figure un lien pour autoeurope avez vous loué une voiture chez eux ? avez vous ete satisfait ? y avait il des frais supplémentaires sur place ? merci de me donner des précisions sur votre experience !
Salut,
Oui j'ai loué une voiture chez eux l'été passé. J'ai payé avec ma visa et il n'y a pas eu de frais supplémentaires sur place. J'ai loué la voiture pour 3 semaines (prise à San Francisco, rendue à Los Angeles), ce n'était vraiment pas cher et pourtant la voiture était excellente (Chevrolet HHR) et presque neuve.
On a chouté un lapin et ça a cassé un phare de brouillard, mais je n'ai rien eu a payer, c'était couvert par l'assurance de la voiture.
Très satisfait de Autoeurope et je ne peux que le recommander.
Bonnes vacances.
merci de votre reponse rapide
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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!
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Best,
Best,
Hi there,
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We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
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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.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hey everyone!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
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