Tour des Etats-Unis en trente jours?
by Squalette
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Tour des USA en 30 jours ? HELP
Bonjour,
Nous partons pour les US le 17/01/2007 pour 30 jours.
Nous partons un peu en loose car le frangin qui vit la bas vient tout juste de décider de se marier !!!.
Nous voulons en profiter pour visiter les US mais nous ni connaissons rien. Vos aides nous seraient precieuses pour profiter au max de notre sejour.
Point de départ et de retour Los Angeles. A partir de Los Angeles est-il possible de faire un tour des USA en 30 jours ? Si oui quel serait l'itineraire ideal sinon quel itineraire serait envisageable et plus raisonnable ? Quelle serait le moyen de transport ideal ? Les sites a ne pas rater (suivant notre timing) ? Que penser de la location ou l'achat de voiture (avec revente au depart) ? Quels équipements acheter ?
Bref on est un peu en galere on ne sait pas par ou commencer,
Encore merci pour votre aide (J-7!!!😕)
lachtitepicarde
Bonjour,
Faire le tour des US en 30 jours, c'est un peu comme faire le tour de France en une semaine...Si tu es une inconditionnelle de l'automobile pourquoi pas...A mon sens ce n'est pas forcément un bon plan, les distances sont très très longues....la vitesse très très limitée....et souvent les paysages du centre des US très, très ennuyeux ...(le mème champ de mais sur 250 kilomètre...).Pour un premier voyage je me ferais un parcoure sans stress dans l'ouest avec la cote ouest et les parcs. Acheter une voiture, c'est un peu une histoire de "loch ness" qui revient souvent;pourquoi passer du temps dans des plans a "deux balles" qui peuvent être une grosse galère, alors que louer une voiture est peu cher aux US et tellement pratique.
Faire le tour des US en 30 jours, c'est un peu comme faire le tour de France en une semaine...Si tu es une inconditionnelle de l'automobile pourquoi pas...A mon sens ce n'est pas forcément un bon plan, les distances sont très très longues....la vitesse très très limitée....et souvent les paysages du centre des US très, très ennuyeux ...(le mème champ de mais sur 250 kilomètre...).Pour un premier voyage je me ferais un parcoure sans stress dans l'ouest avec la cote ouest et les parcs. Acheter une voiture, c'est un peu une histoire de "loch ness" qui revient souvent;pourquoi passer du temps dans des plans a "deux balles" qui peuvent être une grosse galère, alors que louer une voiture est peu cher aux US et tellement pratique.
JP
Bonjour,
Tour des USA en 30 jours ? Oublie ! C'est super grand ! En 30 jours, avec pour point de départ et arrivée Los Angeles, je te conseillerai plutot de faire un grand tour de l'ouest : Californie (San Fransisco, Yosemite NP, Death Valley...), Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Page, Antelope Canyon, Mesa Verde, Page, Arches NP, Canyonlands NP, Bryce, Zion et retour...
Déjà, tout ça en 30 jours, c'est pas mal 😉
Il y a déjà beaucoup de messages sur le forum concernant les circuits dans l'ouest américain. Fait une petite recherche sur le sujet, ça te donnera une idée...
Tour des USA en 30 jours ? Oublie ! C'est super grand ! En 30 jours, avec pour point de départ et arrivée Los Angeles, je te conseillerai plutot de faire un grand tour de l'ouest : Californie (San Fransisco, Yosemite NP, Death Valley...), Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Page, Antelope Canyon, Mesa Verde, Page, Arches NP, Canyonlands NP, Bryce, Zion et retour...
Déjà, tout ça en 30 jours, c'est pas mal 😉
Il y a déjà beaucoup de messages sur le forum concernant les circuits dans l'ouest américain. Fait une petite recherche sur le sujet, ça te donnera une idée...
Tous mes voyages en images : sur mon blog
Le tour des USA en 30 jours et en voiture faut pas rever!!!!
Je te conseillerai vu que tu arrives a L.A de te concentrer sur L'ouest Californie ( L.A, cote pacifique, San francisco, Parcs Yosemite et Sequoia) Las vegas et ensuite les parcs de l'ouest seul point la meteo ce sera l'hiver se renseigner sur les conditions metéo autre option descendre vers le texas et louisianne mais la je ne connais pas.
Maintenant pour la voiture ce sera la location la seule option question reglementaire pour l'assurance ( il faut etre resident ou avoir un visa) des posts existent sur ce sujet.
Je te conseillerai vu que tu arrives a L.A de te concentrer sur L'ouest Californie ( L.A, cote pacifique, San francisco, Parcs Yosemite et Sequoia) Las vegas et ensuite les parcs de l'ouest seul point la meteo ce sera l'hiver se renseigner sur les conditions metéo autre option descendre vers le texas et louisianne mais la je ne connais pas.
Maintenant pour la voiture ce sera la location la seule option question reglementaire pour l'assurance ( il faut etre resident ou avoir un visa) des posts existent sur ce sujet.
faire les etats unis en trente jours, c est comme faire le tour de france en un trois jours
rire.
Merci pour vos reponses.
Je me doutais bien que ca ne serait pas aussi simple. Cependant nous avions pensé à une petite boucle Ouest puis direction la Louisiane et la Floride puis NY, Detroit, Chicago et retour en travers au nord de Las Vegas : C'est bien un tel type de parcour de 30 jours en voiture qui semble impossible ? Sinon n'y a t'il pas moyen de faire une boucle Ouest en voiture puis trajet avion vers la louisiane, voiture jusqu'en floride puis trajet avion vers NY, voiture jusqu'à chicago et retour avion vers Las vegas (par exemple) ?
Cela vous parait-il toujours impossible ? A combien pourrais t'on estimé le prix de ces 3 trajets en avion ouest-est / sud-nord / nord.est-sud.ouest (à la grosse / personne) ? Si un tel tour n'est vraiment pas possible je pense qu'on suivra bien evidemment vos conseils.
Merci
lachtitepicarde
Bonjour,
Faire tous ces états en 30 jours, ce n' est peut-être pas impossible mais par contre vraiment dommage; tu ne pourras pas profiter comme il se doit car tu ne feras que d' y passer en coup de vent, même en faisant les trajets en avion. Pourquoi ne pas te limiter à par ex. quelques jours à N.Y. puis l' Ouest des USA où il y a dejà tellement d' endroits à voir...Tu réserverais dans ce cas les autres villes pour un prochain voyage.
doni
Faire tous ces états en 30 jours, ce n' est peut-être pas impossible mais par contre vraiment dommage; tu ne pourras pas profiter comme il se doit car tu ne feras que d' y passer en coup de vent, même en faisant les trajets en avion. Pourquoi ne pas te limiter à par ex. quelques jours à N.Y. puis l' Ouest des USA où il y a dejà tellement d' endroits à voir...Tu réserverais dans ce cas les autres villes pour un prochain voyage.
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Tres sincerement je pense qu'il faut se concentrer sur l'ouest, pour un programme de 30 jours:
5 jours à L.A 3 à 4 jours pour la route L.A SAN Francisco 5 Jours à S.F 2 Jours Yosemite ( meteo?) Route vers Vegas par autoroute 4 jours Vegas Grand canyon monument valley 4 à 5 jours et reste à voir c'est une premiere idée le seul hic pour les parcs est la meteo
5 jours à L.A 3 à 4 jours pour la route L.A SAN Francisco 5 Jours à S.F 2 Jours Yosemite ( meteo?) Route vers Vegas par autoroute 4 jours Vegas Grand canyon monument valley 4 à 5 jours et reste à voir c'est une premiere idée le seul hic pour les parcs est la meteo
Alors si tu comptes faire l' Ouest des USA, personnellement je te conseille New York qui est vraiment une ville exceptionnelle. Comme cela tu auras assez de temps pour visiter l' essentiel.
Pour ce qui est de la Floride, et bien c' est un état qui mérite tout de même un plus que quelques jours; nous avons fait un circuit l' été passé de 3 semaines et demie.
Par contre je n' y avait pas prêté attention, c' est pour la semaine prochaine!!! Allegro à raison, c' est un peu tard pour organiser un pareil voyage, tu ne crois pas?
De plus, tu vas certainement payer tes billets d' avion un max.
doni
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Merci pour vos reponses.
Je me doutais bien que ca ne serait pas aussi simple. Cependant nous avions pensé à une petite boucle Ouest puis direction la Louisiane et la Floride puis NY, Detroit, Chicago et retour en travers au nord de Las Vegas : C'est bien un tel type de parcour de 30 jours en voiture qui semble impossible ?
- Sinon n'y a t'il pas moyen de faire une boucle Ouest en voiture puis trajet avion vers la louisiane, voiture jusqu'en floride puis trajet avion vers NY, voiture jusqu'à chicago et retour avion vers Las vegas (par exemple) ?
Cela vous parait-il toujours impossible ? A combien pourrais t'on estimé le prix de ces 3 trajets en avion ouest-est / sud-nord / nord.est-sud.ouest (à la grosse / personne) ? Si un tel tour n'est vraiment pas possible je pense qu'on suivra bien evidemment vos conseils.
Merci
Soit c'est une plaisanterie, soit c'est de la + grande inconscience 🤪🤪🤪🤪. Déjà, tu as un super budget Avion + Voiture parce que ça va douiller quand même ... et puis as-tu vraiment regarder une carte des USA avec la bonne échelle ????? Los Angeles - New York c'est plus de 4.000 kms !
Et l'année prochaine, c'est l'Afrique en 15 jours . Maroc - Sénégal - Afrique du Sud - Kenya puis quelques jours de plage en Tunisie pour finir 😮
Soit c'est une plaisanterie, soit c'est de la + grande inconscience 🤪🤪🤪🤪. Déjà, tu as un super budget Avion + Voiture parce que ça va douiller quand même ... et puis as-tu vraiment regarder une carte des USA avec la bonne échelle ????? Los Angeles - New York c'est plus de 4.000 kms !
Et l'année prochaine, c'est l'Afrique en 15 jours . Maroc - Sénégal - Afrique du Sud - Kenya puis quelques jours de plage en Tunisie pour finir 😮
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" Psychologiquement instable donc je ne réponds de rien" : Sa Maman
" Psychologiquement instable donc je ne réponds de rien" : Sa Maman
Compte tenue de la saison est-ce que l'Ouest est un bon plan ?
Quid de l'acces grand canyon, momument valley et autres parcs ?
Est-ce qu'un periple voiture du genre : Las Vegas puis Route 66 vers Dallas puis la louisiane et la floride (p'tet le retour en avion ?) parait adapté a notre timing et à la saison (janvier/fevrier) ?
😕 notre parcours n'est toujours pas ebauché !!!!
lachtitepicarde
Faudrait peut être pas oublier la neige, qui n'est pas en option😇
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow mindedness, all foes to real understanding. Likewise, tolerance, or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime. -- Mark Twain
Mon avis sur un periple L.A vers Miami peut etre faisable sur 30 jours, mais à moins d'avoir des buts precis je n'en vois pas l'interet. En effet en Californie le temps sera beau et aller checher le soleil en Floride me parait assez loin et d'un faible interet.
Mon conseil concentrez vous sur la Californie, L.A Cote pacifique, San Francisco un tour sur Vegas et pour les parcs voir avec la méteo avant de s'y rendre ( il y a de quoi voir) et pourquoi pas si vous voulez voir autre chose un A/R NYC.
Apres tout depend de vos envies, est votre 1er voyage aux USA, votre envie de rouler attention on roule pas à 130 les distances sont longues et votre budget.....
Mon conseil concentrez vous sur la Californie, L.A Cote pacifique, San Francisco un tour sur Vegas et pour les parcs voir avec la méteo avant de s'y rendre ( il y a de quoi voir) et pourquoi pas si vous voulez voir autre chose un A/R NYC.
Apres tout depend de vos envies, est votre 1er voyage aux USA, votre envie de rouler attention on roule pas à 130 les distances sont longues et votre budget.....
Retourne ta planisphère, tu la tiens à l'envers. 😉
Alors si tu comptes faire l' Ouest des USA, personnellement je te conseille New York qui est vraiment une ville exceptionnelle. Comme cela tu auras assez de temps pour visiter l' essentiel. Pour ce qui est de la Floride, et bien c' est un état qui mérite tout de même un plus que quelques jours; nous avons fait un circuit l' été passé de 3 semaines et demie. Par contre je n' y avait pas prêté attention, c' est pour la semaine prochaine!!! Allegro à raison, c' est un peu tard pour organiser un pareil voyage, tu ne crois pas? De plus, tu vas certainement payer tes billets d' avion un max.
doni
Alors si tu comptes faire l' Ouest des USA, personnellement je te conseille New York qui est vraiment une ville exceptionnelle. Comme cela tu auras assez de temps pour visiter l' essentiel. Pour ce qui est de la Floride, et bien c' est un état qui mérite tout de même un plus que quelques jours; nous avons fait un circuit l' été passé de 3 semaines et demie. Par contre je n' y avait pas prêté attention, c' est pour la semaine prochaine!!! Allegro à raison, c' est un peu tard pour organiser un pareil voyage, tu ne crois pas? De plus, tu vas certainement payer tes billets d' avion un max.
doni
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(commentaires bienvenus sur les blogs !)
Rappel notre sejour de 30 jours sera pendant la periode 20 janvier / 20 fevrier.
Quelques questions se posent encore : Rester dans l'ouest pendant 30 jours sans pouvoir visiter les parks ne risque pas d'etre trop long ? Quels sont les sites importants que l'on pourra visiter à coup sur et ceux qui seront impossibles (par rapport à la saison janvier/fevrier) ? N'y a t-il pas d'interet à effectuer un itineraire LA / Vegas / (Canyon ?) / Dallas / la Louisiane / la Floride ? Que faire une fois à Miami : retour avion vers LA ? ou retour voiture ? Cela dependra du temps de la traverse LA / Miami ? (auriez-vous une idée ?)
🙂Encore merci pour toutes vos reponses et conseils
(Départ J-6 !!!)
lachtitepicarde
PeanutFr, si tu lis les messages depuis le début, Squalette parle d' un tour des USA depuis L.A. Après lui avoir dit que 30 jours n' étaient pas suffisants, elle me demande si c' est N.Y. ou la Floride qui vaut plus le coup. D' après ce que j' ai compris, elle maintient son tour dans l' ouest en rajoutant une de ces 2 destinations. Voilà, à moins que j' aie tout compris de travers.🤪
Point de départ et de retour Los Angeles. A partir de Los Angeles est-il possible de faire un tour des USA en 30 jours ?
doni
Point de départ et de retour Los Angeles. A partir de Los Angeles est-il possible de faire un tour des USA en 30 jours ?
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
- Rester dans l'ouest pendant 30 jours sans pouvoir visiter les parks ne risque pas d'etre trop long ?
Pourquoi ne pourrais-tu pas visiter les parks? A part Yosemite qui est plus difficile d' accès, je ne vois pas où est le problème!🤪 Mais si tu parles de rester 30 jours dans l' ouest alors que tu n' as que 30 jours à disposition comment pourrais-tu aller à Miami?
doni
Pourquoi ne pourrais-tu pas visiter les parks? A part Yosemite qui est plus difficile d' accès, je ne vois pas où est le problème!🤪 Mais si tu parles de rester 30 jours dans l' ouest alors que tu n' as que 30 jours à disposition comment pourrais-tu aller à Miami?
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Pour les parks tu pourras toujours en visiter la seule chose sera pour les promenades, voir le GC, monument Valley pas de probleme. Pour Yosemite, l'acces sera par contre probablement compliqué.
Pour le trajet L.A Miami cela represente 2500 miles soit 40H de route non stop mini. Pour le texas et la louisianne je ne connais pas. Pour Miami si tu aimes le Bling bling, la frime, why not mais tu auras plus à voir en Californie.
Pour le trajet L.A Miami cela represente 2500 miles soit 40H de route non stop mini. Pour le texas et la louisianne je ne connais pas. Pour Miami si tu aimes le Bling bling, la frime, why not mais tu auras plus à voir en Californie.
30 jours dans l'ouest tu ne risques pas de t'embeter tu peux deja prevoir 4/5 jours à San Francisco sans problème et pareil à L.A. Las Vegas 2/3 jours ça suffit à mon avis.
Apres Joshua Tree NP est ouvert year-round, pareil pour Death Valley, Yosemite n'est pas traversable mais la vallée est généralement ouverte et il y a même un domaine skiable à Badger Pass si vous aimez la glisse.
Bryce est magique sous la neige s'il est accessible, le Grand Canyon (South Rim) est généralement accessible toute l'année aussi.
Si tu en as pas assez et que tu veux eviter la neige tu peux ensuite descendre plus au sud Phoenix, Tucson, Saguaro NP, etc ... Je ne connais pas cette partie de l'Arizona mais d'après les experts du forum la aussi il a de quoi faire.
En dehors des parcs si tu es une amie des animaux les baleines ont pris leurs quartiers d'hiver à Monterey et les Elephants de Mer à Ano Nuevo State Park.
Voilà vu le temps qu'il te reste pour organiser tout ça 🤪 je te conseille de te prendre un billet AR pour LA, plus quelques jours de motels sur place, de te louer une voiture a l'arrivée puis d'aviser une fois la bas quoi faire en fonction du climat et des envies de chacun. Il y a vraiment plein à s'occuper dans l'ouest vous aurez pas le temps de vous embeter en 30 jours (sinon comment ferait tous ces forumeurs qui continuent années apres années à retourner dans l'ouest par a coup de 2/3 semaines à chaque fois à ton avis ?) je suis même pret a parier que ca vous paraitra trop court 😉
Voilà vu le temps qu'il te reste pour organiser tout ça 🤪 je te conseille de te prendre un billet AR pour LA, plus quelques jours de motels sur place, de te louer une voiture a l'arrivée puis d'aviser une fois la bas quoi faire en fonction du climat et des envies de chacun. Il y a vraiment plein à s'occuper dans l'ouest vous aurez pas le temps de vous embeter en 30 jours (sinon comment ferait tous ces forumeurs qui continuent années apres années à retourner dans l'ouest par a coup de 2/3 semaines à chaque fois à ton avis ?) je suis même pret a parier que ca vous paraitra trop court 😉
Après 3 étés en Californie et autour (photos, cartes et carnets sur http://madeinusa.elzz.org) et j'ai fini par aller faire ma vie là-bas (http://something.elzz.org) !
Personnellement je ne trouve pas que la Floride soit décevante mais différente, oui.
C' est clair que les paysages sont plus beaux et plus variés dans l' Ouest, mais à mon avis la Floride vaut tout de même la peine d' être visitée.
Ce n' est pas à Miami qu' il faut rester, mais à Miami Beach.
doni
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Ca aurait été bien plus malin de s'y prendre à l'avance.
Le tour des Etats Unis = 10000 bornes au moins (New York - Denver - SF- LA - Miami - New York) En 30 jours? Plus de 300 bornes/jour. Oubli.
L'Ouest? Pourquoi pas.
Mais as tu pris tes billets d'avion? Si oui, où arrives tu? Sinon, oubli ton voyage, les prix à la dernière minute ça risque d'être chaud.
Question: T'es sûre de vouloir faire ce voyage?
Le tour des Etats Unis = 10000 bornes au moins (New York - Denver - SF- LA - Miami - New York) En 30 jours? Plus de 300 bornes/jour. Oubli.
L'Ouest? Pourquoi pas.
Mais as tu pris tes billets d'avion? Si oui, où arrives tu? Sinon, oubli ton voyage, les prix à la dernière minute ça risque d'être chaud.
Question: T'es sûre de vouloir faire ce voyage?
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Diewo, ce n' est pas à moi qu' il faut dire tout ça, mais à Squalette!😉
doni
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Mais non, je ne me suis pas du tout sentie visée.😉
C' était moi la destinataire; il faut que tu cliques sur un des messages de Squalette pour lui répondre.😉
doni
doni
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Nous avons deja nos billets AR Paris-Los Angeles (arrivée le 17/01 et depart le 21/02). Apparemment, si j'ai bien compris, une grande boucle dans l'ouest, à cette saison, vous parait enviseagable (madeinusa, dono et Marc008). Quelles sont les temperatures dans ces contrées de l'Ouest à cette periode ? Le but étant de prévoir ce qu'il faut comme equipement ou ceux à ne vraiment pas oublier ?
lachtitepicarde
froid et parfois route enneigées comme vers Bryce...donc prevoir des temps de route encore plus longs...🤪
regarde sur yahoo weather ou weather.com les moyennes par mois...mais ne te fais pas d'illusions, tu auras sûrement de la luminosité et de superbes paysages mais bien enneigés..
regarde sur yahoo weather ou weather.com les moyennes par mois...mais ne te fais pas d'illusions, tu auras sûrement de la luminosité et de superbes paysages mais bien enneigés..
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow mindedness, all foes to real understanding. Likewise, tolerance, or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime. -- Mark Twain
- Est-ce que les routes sont enneigées ou bien degagées, y circule t'on correctement ? L'acces aux l'entrées de certains parks peut-il etre fermé (comment le savoir à l'avance) ? Ou puis je trouver un circuit interessant et assez detaillé étape/étape pour cette epoque (janvier/février) d'une durée de 30 jours ou quels serait vos conseils (meme si j'ai ien noté ceux de Madeinusa) ?
lachtitepicarde
En fait je pense que si j'étais à ta place (départ iminent et imprevu pour Los Angeles avec 30 jours de conges), je ne chercherai pas forcément à faire un itinéraire précis. Je louerai une voiture en arrivant, je partirai armée d'une carte routiere, du guide du routard et du guide NEOS michelin, que j'aurai le temps de bouqiner dans l'avion (c'est loin LA) et sur place, je vivrai au jour le jour.
Tu as déjà quelques idées avec les réponses que tu as eu des sites à voir, de ce qui est plus ou moins faisable, tu n'a plus qu'à y aller !
Bon voyage 🙂 Tu nous raconteras en rentrant ? 😛
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Cheers!
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
Best,
Best,
Hi there,
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary. Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between: - The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc. - The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
Laura
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary. Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between: - The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc. - The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
Laura
Hi everyone! 🙂
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes: - East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop - West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon! Marcalamar 🙂
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes: - East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop - West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon! Marcalamar 🙂
Hi there,
We’re heading to Las Vegas this summer and would love to rent a classic convertible Cadillac or something similar. Any recommendations? Thanks.
We’re heading to Las Vegas this summer and would love to rent a classic convertible Cadillac or something similar. Any recommendations? Thanks.
Hello everyone,
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Hi there,
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Hi there,
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here's a tip for future visitors!
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
Hi everyone,
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
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





