Nous partons 3 semaines du 8 au 29 juillet pour un périple au Québec et en Ontario. Nous sommes une famille de 4 avec 2 ados de 14 et 12 ans.
Je sais que ce sujet à été maintes et maintes fois abordé et après avoir lu de nombreux post, j'ai voulu aussi vous indiquer notre choix d'itinéraire afin d'avoir vos avis et vos conseils.
Nous avons encore quelques points encore non fixés et serions très heureux d'avoir des précisions, des idées ... J'espère que notre grand périple ne vous fera pas trop bondir ;))
Nous vous remercions par avance et j'espère à très vite. Aude
Notre itinéraire de 3 semaines : Québec et Ontario
- Mardi 8/07 : Arrivée à 17h25 à l'aéroport de Montréal. Nous récupérons la voiture et dormons dans un motel à l'est de Montréal (que nous visiterons à la fin de notre séjour)
- Mercredi 9/07 : Départ Trois-Rivières et visite du Mauricie National Park
Il faut compter combien de temps pour visiter le Parc de la Mauricie? (musée Mokatakan)
Arrivée fin de journée à Québec, soirée Québec (2 nuits dans un appart Airbnb)
- Jeudi 10/07 : Ville de Québec et Parc Jacques Cartier
Est-ce que les deux sont possible dans la journée?
Ce sera un peu la course pour Québec! Est-ce que le parc Jacques Cartier est à voir ou faut-il mieux rester profiter de Québec? Soirée et nuit à Québec
- Vendredi 11/07 : Départ pour les chutes du Montmorency par la 138 et trajet vers les Grandes Bergeronnes
Visite des Chutes de Montmorency, Baie St Paul.
Avez-vous une idée pour déjeuner le midi? Un point de vue calme pour pique-nique?
Arrivée et nuit au camping Mer et Monde Ecotour où nous passerons 2 nuits
- Samedi 12/07 : Hydravion le matin (en attente de confirmation) et sortie kayak de 3 h en milieu d'après-midi. … et profiter de la vue!
- Dimanche 13/07 : Départ pour le Lac St Jean. Par la route 170 du sud pour un arrêt à l'Anse St Jean et un pique-nique sur les hauteurs de Ste Rose du Nord.
Nous aimerions rester 2 ou 3 nuits autour du Lac St Jean. Où dormir? Nous privilégions les hébergements reposant et en accord avec la nature mais nous viendrons de 2 nuits dans le camping rustique d'Ecotour, alors où se poser? Et puis nous avons 2 ados ….
Peut-on se baigner dans le lac?
- Lundi 14/07 : Lac St Jean. Village de Val Jalbert, chute Maligne, Caverne du Trou de la fée,
Visite d'une vieille pulperie ….
- Mardi 15/07 : Lac St Jean
- Mercredi 16/07 : Départ pour Chibougamau. Notre périple par la route 167 puis 113 commence… Nous ne savons pas trop comment nous organiser mais cette route presque la plus au nord nous tente fortement… en ne sachant pas encore ce que nous allons trouver et voir??? Mais on espère des paysages magnifique et moins touristique et au plus près des habitants et de la nature!
Nuit à Chibougamau (non réservé)
- Jeudi 17/07 : Départ vers le Lac Quévillon, le Rapide des Cèdres
Nuit aux alentours (non réservé)
- Vendredi 18/07 : Départ pour les environs de Rouyn, ou nous passerons la nuit.
Que voir sur ce trajet?
Une autre version est de descendre plein sud pour traverser la réserve provinciale de la Vérendrye pour rejoindre Kiosk. ( où commence nos 3 jours dans le parc Algonquin)
Quel est le meilleur choix? Que faire vers Rouyn et North Bay? Choisir de traverser la réserve?
- Samedi 19/07 : Départ vers North Bay, puis Kiosk.
Parc Algonquin : Prise de nos canoés et cartes de notre itinéraire choisi et … à l'aventure! Nuit sous tente
- Dimanche 20/07 : Parc Algonquin et nuit sous tente
- Lundi 21/07 : Parc Algonquin et nuit sous tente
- Mardi 22/07 : Parc Algonquin et nuit sous tente
- Mercredi 23/07 : Retour vers la vie civilisée. Départ pour Kiosk.
J'aimerai beaucoup m'approcher de la Georgian Bay, mieux du Lac Huron mais je ne sais pas où et est-ce que cela ne fait pas beaucoup de km en plus? ( bien que nous ne sommes plus à quelques km en plus!)
Je trouve un peu bête de ne pas aller tout près d'un des grands Lacs!
Quel est le meilleur endroit à découvrir?
- Jeudi 24/07 : A voir?
- vendredi 25/07 : Ottawa. Visite de la ville et nuit.
- Samedi 26/07 : Départ de Ottawa par la route 417 et Journée au Parc Aquatique Calypso, pour le bonheur de tous!
Arrivée sur Montréal, dépose de la voiture à l'aéroport, puis nous rejoindrons notre appartement dans le Quartier latin pour 3 nuits.( déjà réservé)
Pour une fois un itinéraire différent de ceux auxquels on a été habitué.
Malheureusement je ne pourrai pas trop vous aider n'étant pas un adepte du camping mais je sais que vous ne regretterez pas le séjour au parc Algonquin.
- Dormir dans un motel à l'est de Mtl... oui mais vous pourriez aussi pousser facilement jusqu'à la sortie 158 de l'A-40 où il y a aussi un hébergement tout à côté. Vous seriez ainsi plus près de T-R le lendemain.
Vos deux ados vont aimer le parc Calypso. J'allais vous conseiller le Parc Oméga (zoo) mais vos ados m'en voudraient.
Vous pourrez toujours me revenir, s'il y a lieu, pour la Capitale du Canada.
J'ai regardé pour l'hébergement dans un motel près de la sortie 158 et c'est vrai que ce serait mieux. Nous allons regarder le nombre de km...
J'ai un peu peur de la traversée de Montréal depuis l'aéroport!!!!, que nous quitterons probablement pas avant 19h avec la voiture. Et nous serons fatigués ... et peut-être affamés!!!
Combien de temps allons nous mettre pour passer Montréal, et quelle route est la mieux?
Pour Ottawa, nous n'avons pas encore trop réfléchi mais nous sommes ouvert à toute les bonnes idées pour passer une journée découverte de la capitale du Canada! (je lirai aussi les nombreux post sur " comment visiter Ottawa en 1 journée chrono? " 😉
Hum !! à l'arrivée, après les formalités douanières, selon l'affluence, la prise en charge de la voiture il sera 21h, si vous êtes chanceux !! .
Après le vol, avec le décalage... pourquoi ne pas prendre une chambre près de aéroport et partir le lendemain frais et dispo. Pour éviter l'heure de pointe, départ 5h du mat puisque vous serez sur pied aux aurores, sinon vers 9h.
Mtl/3-Riv. c'est gros max 2h de route. Vous empruntez la route qui longe le fleuve rive nord pour visiter tranquillement quelques villages, étape Québec fin P.M.
vu le nombre de parcs au programme, vous pouvez zapper La Mauricie et La J-Cartier. Vous aurez similaire ou mieux ou bien bien mieux si vous grignotez du temps afin de pouvoir profiter de la Baie Georgienne. (dommage de passer si près sans en profiter.)
http://www.pc.gc.ca/.../on/georg/index.aspx
vous pouvez facilement abréger l'étape au lac St-Jean qui n'a rien de comparable avec l'est de l'Ontario. En passant, je vous suggère de privilégier la visite d'une réserve faunique plutôt qu'un village mort.Je sais, ça fait ''tourisques''mais contrairement à certains clichés, il ne se cache pas un ours et autres mammifères derrière chaque arbre de la forêt boréale😛 alors pour être certain d'en voir... Il y a aussi le parc Oméga dans la région d'Ottawa.
il y a peut-être de la marge à gagner dans la section Chibougamau/Rouyn.
Heu ! finalement après avoir consulté la carte pas vraiment de temps à gagner, parce que tant qu'à aller virer là, autant passer du temps sur place 😛
http://www.tourisme-abitibi-temiscamingue.org/
envisager d'utiliser le temps consacré au parc Algonquin , ça fait un bout de temps que vous êtes dans les épinettes et les mouches !!🏴☠️ Les plages du lac Huron seront bienvenues.
Prévoir vêtements longs et pâles, du répulsif, éviter les produits parfumés. Vous trouverez en pharmacie des savons/ shampoing à la citronnelle.
Vous sortez vraiment des sentiers battus.... et re-battus....c'est rafraîchissant.
Les régions nordiques que vous désirez visiter (Chibougameau à Abitibi) sont presque à la limite de la forêt boréal et de la taiga. C'est une région de lacs et de rivières avec une topographie relativement planne. Peu (pas) de montagnes.
Toute cette région existe en raison de l'industrie minière et de la coupe de bois. Très peu de touristes étrangers s'y risquent et les aménagements pour les recevoir sont limités et peu nombreux. La route simple (aucun autoroute dans ces région) peut devenir monotone pour certains (voir exemples ici: https://www.google.ca/search?q=paysage+relativement+plane&es_sm=93&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=bWZ7U8mXHY-ZyAS6-oGwDA&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAQ&biw=1440&bih=799#q=route+chibougamau&tbm=isch
Le payasage est plus montagneux vers l'Ontario, mais également couvert de forets sans fin.
Sans faire de calcul précis, j'estime que votre itinéraire approche les 4,000km...
J'ai un peu peur de la traversée de Montréal depuis l'aéroport!!!!, que nous quitterons probablement pas avant 19h avec la voiture. Et nous serons fatigués ... et peut-être affamés!!!
Merci encore et à bientôt
Aude
J1 , il sera autour de 19H30 a votre sortie avec la voiture . Ce sera une belle heure pour traverser la ville , être prêt pour le lendemain en étant dans l'est . Aucun problème pour la route au travers Montréal à cette heure.
Pour aller a la sortie 158 ( je ne connais pas ) de l'autoroute 40 , vous prenez l'autoroute 520 Est en sortant de l'aéroport et quelques kilomètres plus point elle vous amène sur l'autoroute 40 que vous gardez jusqu'à destination .
Calculez 45 minutes pour traverser le Montréal "dense" . 1 heure pour tout l'ile d'après Google
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
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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).
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.
Merci de me conseiller pour la réservation pour la plus belle vue faut il réserver une chambre dans l'hôtel ou choisir une cabane ?
Prendre le petit déjeuner ou pas ?
Que pensez vous du restaurant ?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
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?
