Bonjour à tous
Je pars prochainement aux Etats-unis J'ai loué une voiture chez Alamo par l'intermédiaire du site de la sncf. J'ai un peu de mal à m'y retrouver dans les discussions sur le forum concernant ce sujet. Je n'ai pas de carte bleue de type Visa premier ou autre.
Dans les conditions il est indiqué
Assurance-collision avec franchise (c'est ce qu'on appelle CDW je suppose), Protection contre le vol, Assurance responsabilité civile aux tiers, Supplément ville/aéroport, Taxe sur les véhicules, TVA/Taxes, Assurance responsabilité civile supplémentaire pour les Etats-Unis et le Canada.
Je souhaitais donc savoir si j'avais là une protection correcte (ça me semble le cas) ou si j'avais intérêt à prendre une assurance supplémentaire que me proposera (sans doute?) l'agence quand je serai sur place.
Je m'interroge notamment au sujet de ce que le routard appelle la LIS ou SLI. Vous semble -t-elle incluse dans mon contrat? C'est surtout ce point qui me parait important. La PAI me parait l'être en tout cas.
La LIS doit couvrir un montant jusqu'à 1 million de $ pour être tranquille, comme tu as dû le lire sur ce forum.
Dans ton cas, ce n'est pas marqué : à demander à la compagnie mais je crois avoir lu que c'est le cas avec Alamo.
Pour le reste, je ne pense pas que la PAI soit comprise : il s'agit à mon avis de la LIS/SLI et de la EP (Extended Protection) qui sont toutes les 2 des assurances responsabilité civiles.
Chaque retour de voyage me permet d'apprécier davantage la beauté des paysages de France.
Bonjour,
Si tout ce que tu as listé est inclus tu sembles être couvert suffisamment : CDW et Theft Protection(assurance vol) avec franchise : ceci concerne uniquement la voiture et les dégats que tu pourrais y faire ! Ce n'est pas inclus dans le prix de base du loueur, mais en général inclus dans les forfaits de grossistes du genre sncf.com et Autoescape ou Holidayautos. Responsabilité civile : concerne les dommages à autrui (biens ou personnes) cette assurance est là bas comme en France la seule obligatoire MAIS aux US il y a une limite assez basse du genre 150000$ ce qui n'est rien au regard des procès énormes qu'ils savent faire !! Le but de la LIS ou SLI (Liability Insurance Supplement) c'est précisément de grimper le maxi couvert à 1 Million $ C'est ce qui semble être à comprendre dans l'expression "assurance resp civile supplémentaire.
Mais si tu as un doute, appelle les !
Te fais pas de souci : Alamo va chercher à te vendre un tas de trucs en plus, dont un truc pas idiot : la couverture des incidents de route du genre crevaison et pneu à changer au milieu de la pampa.... ceci n'est pas couvert par aucun loueur 😠 et si tu les appelle depuis ton bord de route.... ça va être chaud sur ta CB pour le déplacement !
Chez Alamo la tranquillité en ce domaine te coutera 5$/jour 🙁 mais ça couvre aussi l'éventualité de fermer la voiture avec les clés dessus..... ne ris pas c'est hyper fastoche de se piéger sur les charettes US !
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
Sur les voitures americaine se qui est le plus enervant c'est le sont de cloche strident a chaque fois que l'ont ouvre la portière.Et je confirme quil met arriver 2 fois sur des Chevrolets que les portières se ferment toutes seules moteur en marche et vous dehors ? Bizzare depuis j'attache toujours le double des cles sous la voiture.
les cartes Visa ou Mastercard de ce monde couvre généralement les assurances voitures.
Je n'ai jamais pris d'assurance sur une voiture de location à l'étranger.
les cartes Visa ou Mastercard de ce monde couvre généralement les assurances voitures.
Je n'ai jamais pris d'assurance sur une voiture de location à l'étranger.
Ok mais remik1fr indique dans son message initial :
"Je n'ai pas de carte bleue de type Visa premier ou autre."...
Chaque retour de voyage me permet d'apprécier davantage la beauté des paysages de France.
Je remonte ce topic car j'ai causé un accident accident (pas grave, heureusement) aux USA l'été dernier avec une voiture louée chez Fox, et je pensais de bonne fois comme il est indiqué sur ce topic que l'assurance 'au tiers' était incluse.
CE N'EST PAS LE CAS !
La partie adverse entend me faire payer les 1800 dollars de réparation de l'aile un peu froissée et la boite de location de voiture (Fox) refuse de le prendre en charge.
Je l'ai un peu mauvaise. J'avais pris l'assurance en option pour dégats causé au véhicule loué (CDW) , ça c'est OK, mais 1800$ pour la partie adverse ... gloups !!
On n'en sait rien, c'est toi qui a le contrat, c'est toi qui a vérifié ce qu'il y avait ou pas avant de signer, c'est toi qui a comparé les compagnies pour en choisir une "exotique" 🤪
Je suppose qu'à l'epoque tu devais être content parce que c'était pas cher !
Désolé pour toi, mais à force de répéter à longueur d'année, les mêmes choses en long, en large et en travers, je me demande comment on peut encore en arriver à signer un contrat sans savoir ce que ça couvre 😇
Fox, une compagnie exotique, ha bon...? Ils ont des agences partout aux USA.
Mon message vise surtout à mettre en garde ceux qui pensent (comme le dit à tort Jadorry) que l'assurance au tiers de base est incluse automatiquement.
toujours aussi aimable, vazyvite... 🏴☠️
Mon message vise surtout à mettre en garde ceux qui pensent (comme le dit à tort Jadorry) que l'assurance au tiers de base est incluse automatiquement.
Ben oui c'est le cas pour les compagnies "pas exotiques" 😎
Et faut pas se la raconter non plus ... Quand t'arrives à un aéroport aux USA, j'ai jamais vu une navette Fox 😕
Toujours choisir une compagnie internationale connue par ordre de prix hetz Euopcar national budjet Alamo Dollars ce méfiez des autres mieux vaut payer plus cher et étre tranquille que de préndre une compagnie inconue etparce qu'elle est moins chére si pas de problémes tout est parfait mais au moindre probléme voilà ce qui ce passe
Moi je dirais qu'il faut passer par une des grandes enseignes de location SANS passer par elles... Les meilleurs tarifs sont finalement chez les "Third party company" tel que FTI ou autre.
Nous allons louer un Mid-SUV pour 13 jours au mois de juillet chez National (Mais contrat passé avec FTI)
Loueur/Rental Company: NATIONAL
Type: IW
Midsize-SUV o.ä. 4WD AUT AC
out: DEN 22.Jul.09 (21:30 hrs)
in: DEN 4.Aug.09 (13 days )
incl. Unlimited Mileage
Free Tank of Petrol
LDW, SLI, PAI, PEC, Theft Protection
State & Local Taxes, Airport Fees
All Additional Drivers Over 25
La couverture est de 1million $ pour la LIS, PAI ASSURANCE PERS. TRANSPORTÉES(PERSPRO): incluse, couverture USD 550.000 ANNULATION DE FRANCHISE(CDW) ou LDW: incluse
Le tout pour 429€ ! Franchement je trouve cela vraiment correct et je "pense" avoir pris les assurances suffisantes !
C'est sûr ??? 😮😮😮
Moi je loue par" usarentalcargroup" chez Dollars 582 euros frais de drop off compris car prise a washington dc rendue a aaaAtlanta georgie une compact pour 18 jours 516 dollars sans les frais de retour +300dollars frais de retour soit 816 dollars soit au taux actuel 582 euros
bonjour,
je pars aux etats unis le 17/juillet pour 3 semaines avec une location pour 2 semaines (voitures)
je ne sais pas ou aller louer une voiture(quelle agence?)
quel assurance?, pouvez vous m'aider dans ce domaine svp
voiture confortable pour 4 personnes prise a Las Vegas et rendre à San Francisco
merci de vos réponses
philiou
Content de la location de l'an dernier avec Dollar par usacarrental
nous avons cette année loué pour 21 joçurs directement chez Dollar sans passer par un
bokker
Ford Fusion mide size 21 jours Atlanta Atlanta 886$ soit au cour d'aujourd'hui 705€ je trouve que c'est un bon prix
j'ai loué chez Alamo via locationdevoiture.fr .Sunny cars m'assure contre les bris de verre et les dégats aux pneus.
Si j'ai bien compris , en cas de crevaison je fais changer le pneu , je paye et ils me remboursent .
Mais c'est quoi cette assurance supplémentaire proposée par Alamo , assistance en cas de crevaison ?
Si tu crévesn'imoprte où ils viennent te dépanner gratuitement ?
Bonjour,
Si tu as l'assurance Sunny Cars via locationdevoiture.fr, pour bris de glaces et pneus (plus "bas de caisse" sans doute ?), tu peux refuser toute autre proposition d'Alamo quand tu vas être à leur guichet !
En fait Sunny cars se substitue au loueur pour cette couverture là, donc si tu as un pépin dans ce domaine, tu fais réparer, tu paies et ensuite tu demande à Sunny cars le remboursement... bien sur avec tous les justificatifs.
Ce que te propose Alamo c'est la même chose, mais en cas de "crevaison n'importe où" tu appelles Alamo et en théorie ils viennent de sortir de ton problème... ou plus vraisemblable ils t'envoient le garage le plus proche !
Il y a sur VF les récits des mésaventures de membres en ce domaine....montrant que leur arrivée sur site en 5mn n'est pas trop crédible 😛😠
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
Fox, une compagnie exotique, ha bon...? Ils ont des agences partout aux USA.
Mon message vise surtout à mettre en garde ceux qui pensent (comme le dit à tort Jadorry) que l'assurance au tiers de base est incluse automatiquement.
Désolé de ma réaction tardive, mais je vois qu'on parle de moi ici ???
Je confirme les dires de Vazyvite : Fox est une société totalement indigne de confiance ! J'ai eu avec eux des déboires à SFO où leur "courtesy telephone" à l'aéroport était branché sur une autre société (agence de pub !) et leur agence (après enquête à l'aéroport) ne se trouvait pas avec toutes les autres des grands noms de loueurs dans le bâtiment adhoc. Sans doute pas les moyens de payer un loyer cher !
Assurance de base : je persiste et signe : OUI, l'assurance responsabilité civile (dommages aux tiers, matériels ou humains) est obligatoirement (c'est la loi !) incluse dans un contrat de location, MAIS au niveau minimum légal, soit 15 ou 25000$ je ne sais plus trop. D'où le fait que tous les loueurs "sérieux" proposent aux touristes étrangers une extension de cette couverture à 1 million $$.
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
j'ai regardé sur le site d'alamo , mais je trouve que ce n'est pas trés clair.
Ce n'est pas écrit " on vous envoye gratuitement une dépanneuse en cas de crevaison si vous n'avez pas de roue de secours ."
bonjour,
je suis aller voir le site DOLLAR et en pre reservant j'ai cela
Car la classe:
Full -size Dodge Charger (Ou similaire)
Location de temps:
2 semaines à 150,20 $ par semaine. Kilométrage illimité . 2 heures supplémentaires à 7,51 $ l'heure .
Taux de base totale
315,42 $
Options de voitures
Changement
Non sélectionné
Réserver la voiture
Vous êtes ici
Totaux
Apt Fee Rec accès
53,57 $
Facility Charge
48,75 $
Charge Drop One Way
200,00 $
Location d'impôt
76,56 millions de $
État d'impôt
51,68 $
Taxe d'immatriculation des véhicules
20,25 $
Est totale . Prélèvements obligatoires
450,81 $
Est . Grand Total
766,23 $
es ce que les assurances sont comprise à équivalent de 1000000 dollrs
merci de votre réponse
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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?
