Choix de voiture pour road trip dans l'Ouest américain
by Tutu76
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjour
après pas mal de temps sans nouvelles je reviens vers vous pour la préparation de notre road trip à 4 personnes toujours prévu du 6 au 22 septembre l'avion est réservé SF/los Angeles 625 euros par personnes avec une escale de 3 heures à Londres avec british Airways les hôtels sont réservés dont le fameux THE view à MV pour 281 dollars la chambre le circuit on ne peut plus classique SF, saussalito, sequoia Park , death valley , las Vegas , Zion, Bryce canyon , monument valley page , un bout de la route 66, kingman , los Angeles. la voiture réservée chez Alamo et c'est
là que cela coince pour moi , j'ai réservé un suv type rav 4 et j'ai peur que nos 4 valises soient un peu serrées dans le coffre . c'est grâce à tous vos conseils si j'ai pu préparer ce voyage et je voudrais si ce type de véhicule est adapte à nos 4 valises car j'ai toujours la possibilité de changer de voiture merci d'avance
Bonjour Pierre,
Il doit bien y avoir un concessionnaire Toyota au Havre et, s'il est sympa, tu lui expliques ce que tu souhaites, tu vas le voir avec une de tes valises ( peut être pas les 4 ! ) et tu estimes le volume du coffre ainsi. Sinon, chez Alamo à LA tu auras toujours la possibilité de changer au dernier moment.
Si le chemin est difficile, le difficile est le chemin.
merci de votre réponse
mais je préfèrerais changer avant de partir car j'ai bien suivi cela coute plus cher de changer sur place en plus je prends la voiture à San Francisco et ville donc moins de choix si j'ai bien lu tous les posts sur ce sujet .
merci j'avais un doute me voila rassurer je vais prendre au dessus je loue chez Alamo en centre ville a San Francisco si je comprend bien il me faut un suv intermédiaire
merci j'avais un doute me voila rassurer je vais prendre au dessus je loue chez Alamo en centre ville a San Francisco si je comprend bien il me faut un suv intermédiaire
Bonjour Pierre,
Pour quatre personnes, je recommande un SUV standard, type Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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Bonjour Pierre,
Pour quatre personnes, je recommande un SUV standard, type Jeep Grand Cherokee.
A+
Hiacinthe
oui bien sur quand je disais intermédiaire je pensais standard .Merci à vous et à tous qui m'ont aides sans le savoir car depuis le mois de novembre que je suis sur mon road trip j'en ai pris des renseignements sur le forum usa
Bonsoir Jean-Pierre,
C'est rare de ta part, mais cette fois tu n'as pas bien lu :il a dit Alamo !
Bonne soirée à toi
Si le chemin est difficile, le difficile est le chemin.
Salut.
Je confirme tout ce qui a été dit, d'autant plus qu'il te faudra probablement une glacière !
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Eric
bonsoir,
ça date un peu mais c'est peut être utile. En avril 2015, nous avons loué A Alamo à SFO centre ville un SUV standard style Rav 4 et nous avons eu le choix entre un captiva toit ouvrant et un traverse. nous étions 3 et avons choisi le captiva. nous avons pu loger dans le coffre nos 3 valises et 3 sacs à dos. Le traverse est ideal pour 4 personnes et leurs valises.
si le tarif en catégorie superieure est moindre, ne pas hésitez car au regard des Miles que vous allez faire, autant choisir un véhicule confortable.
bonne soirée
ça date un peu mais c'est peut être utile. En avril 2015, nous avons loué A Alamo à SFO centre ville un SUV standard style Rav 4 et nous avons eu le choix entre un captiva toit ouvrant et un traverse. nous étions 3 et avons choisi le captiva. nous avons pu loger dans le coffre nos 3 valises et 3 sacs à dos. Le traverse est ideal pour 4 personnes et leurs valises.
si le tarif en catégorie superieure est moindre, ne pas hésitez car au regard des Miles que vous allez faire, autant choisir un véhicule confortable.
bonne soirée
bonjour
j'ai appelé hier soir carigami l'intermédiaire d'Alamo il me propose un Chevrolet tahoe à la place mais chez national à 717 euros pour 14 jours et à prendre à l'aéroport de SF que pensez du choix de voiture merci d'avance
Google ; chevrolet tahoe trunk ( ou une autre voiture )
et sélectionne " Images " tu verras le coffre sous tous ses angles
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
National est comme Alamo une filiale de Entreprise. C'est pratiquement le même reseau.
Le Chevrolet TAHOE est un gros SUV. Tres tres grand à l'interieur.
Par contre le prix m'etonne...
Ce n'est pas du tout le même prix que sur leur site : Vs etes surs qu'il n'y aura pas un supplement pour les frais de drop-off de SFO à LAX, et que toutes les assurances sont comprises?
Le Toyota RAV 4 n'est pas si mal ;
http://www.serratoyota.com/blog/how-much-space-is-in-the-2016-toyota-rav4/
http://www.serratoyota.com/blog/how-much-space-is-in-the-2016-toyota-rav4/
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
Salut Louis
Attention, tu montres les photos de l'ancien TAHOE... Le nouveau a les sieges de 3° rangée qui s'escamotent dans le plancher, ce qui est d'ailleurs un peu génant car le plancher du coffre est tres haut.
Perso, à 4 dans l'ouest, je loue cette categorie de vehicule, pas forcement pour les bagages d'ailleurs, mais surtout pour que les occupants de la 2° rangée de sieges aient beaucoup de place.
Attention, tu montres les photos de l'ancien TAHOE... Le nouveau a les sieges de 3° rangée qui s'escamotent dans le plancher, ce qui est d'ailleurs un peu génant car le plancher du coffre est tres haut.
Perso, à 4 dans l'ouest, je loue cette categorie de vehicule, pas forcement pour les bagages d'ailleurs, mais surtout pour que les occupants de la 2° rangée de sieges aient beaucoup de place.
Regardez : http://fr.chevrolet.ca/tahoe-full-size-suv/interior-photos.html
pour avoir une idée du type de vehicule.
C'est immense, tres tres confortable, tres bien equipé.
C'est immense, tres tres confortable, tres bien equipé.
L'important est de montrer la méthode pour trouver les informations.
À notre ami de l'utiliser.
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
National est comme Alamo une filiale de Entreprise. C'est pratiquement le même reseau.
Le Chevrolet TAHOE est un gros SUV. Tres tres grand à l'interieur.
Par contre le prix m'etonne...
Ce n'est pas du tout le même prix que sur leur site : Vs etes surs qu'il n'y aura pas un supplement pour les frais de drop-off de SFO à LAX, et que toutes les assurances sont comprises?
re je confirme je n'ai pas de drop off de SFO à LAX la seul différence, je suis obligé de prendre la voiture à l'aéroport et le prix est bien de 717 euros si je l'avais prise en ville le prix passait à plus de 1000 euros même en prenant un taxi cela vaut le coup
re je confirme je n'ai pas de drop off de SFO à LAX la seul différence, je suis obligé de prendre la voiture à l'aéroport et le prix est bien de 717 euros si je l'avais prise en ville le prix passait à plus de 1000 euros même en prenant un taxi cela vaut le coup
Bonjour
Beaucoup de vehicules US n'ont plus de roue de secours : parfois un kit anti-crevaison ou une mini roue temporaire, et celà même sur les SUV.
Si c'est vraiment important pour vous, il faut verifier à la prise du vehicule, et demander le changement pour un vehicule equipé d'une vraie roue, en sachant que le personnel de comptoir n'en saura strictement rien.
Si c'est vraiment important pour vous, il faut verifier à la prise du vehicule, et demander le changement pour un vehicule equipé d'une vraie roue, en sachant que le personnel de comptoir n'en saura strictement rien.
je ne sais pas si cela va être le même pour l'instant mon autre réservation était car and camper
car j'attend la confirmation
Bonjour
Beaucoup de vehicules US n'ont plus de roue de secours : parfois un kit anti-crevaison ou une mini roue temporaire, et celà même sur les SUV.
Les véhicules que j'ai eu avait toujours la mini roue temporaire. Jamais de kit anti crevaison. La mini-roue temporaire est largement suffisante car les risques de crevaisons sont très rares. Ça fait au moins 10 ans que je n'en ai pas eu, incluant chez moi et je roule beaucoup, alors il ne faut pas s'accrocher dans les fleurs du tapis 😏
Pour ceux qui l'ignore, y en a t'il ? Je loue deux fois par an aux É-U depuis ......
Les véhicules que j'ai eu avait toujours la mini roue temporaire. Jamais de kit anti crevaison. La mini-roue temporaire est largement suffisante car les risques de crevaisons sont très rares. Ça fait au moins 10 ans que je n'en ai pas eu, incluant chez moi et je roule beaucoup, alors il ne faut pas s'accrocher dans les fleurs du tapis 😏
Pour ceux qui l'ignore, y en a t'il ? Je loue deux fois par an aux É-U depuis ......
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
OK merci pour l'info
Eh bien, on fera avec si possible... ou sans.
Je suppose que je devrais me débrouiller donc seul pour savoir si tel véhicule est équipé : les emplacements les plus courants sont j'imagine comme chez nous sous la voiture ou dans/sous le coffre ?
C'est sans doute indiqué dans les manuels d’utilisation, s'ils sont présents eux aussi (!), mais en anglais, of course !!!
Bref, peut-être que par prudence j'irai acheter une bombe anti-crevaison !
Re
Les roues de secours sont toujours à l'arriere, soit dans le coffre (le plus frequent) sous le revetement de sol, soit sur les gros SUV comme le TAHOE sous le vehicule accessible de l'exterieur.
Vs avez reservé quoi comme vehicule? Car vs avez sur le WEB l'acces à tous les manuels d'utilisation des vehicules. Bien evidemment, il faut savoir ce que vs allez avoir.
Vs avez reservé quoi comme vehicule? Car vs avez sur le WEB l'acces à tous les manuels d'utilisation des vehicules. Bien evidemment, il faut savoir ce que vs allez avoir.
Attention que le Tahoe va consommer bien plus ! Entre le Tahoe et le Rav 4, le Grand Cherokee est vraiment intermédiaire et conviendrait mieux à mon humble avis.
Le Tahoe c'est un bac à conduire quand on a pas l'habitude...
Perso j'aodre ça (et encore mieux, le SUburban), mais il faut aimer...
https://voyageforum.com/discussion/the-wave-trip-grosse-semaine-dans-red-rocks-en-octobre-2016-d7656059/
https://voyageforum.com/discussion/photo-trip-dans-southwest-acte-9-d8122921/
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=8900025#8900025
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9637340;#9637340
Attention que le Tahoe va consommer bien plus ! Entre le Tahoe et le Rav 4, le Grand Cherokee est vraiment intermédiaire et conviendrait mieux à mon humble avis.
Le Tahoe c'est un bac à conduire quand on a pas l'habitude...
Perso j'aodre ça (et encore mieux, le SUburban), mais il faut aimer...
bonjours oui j'ai vu pratiquement le double de consommation, donc nous sommes prévenus mais si le confort est là d'après les commentaires cela n'a pas de prix pour un road trip
bonjours oui j'ai vu pratiquement le double de consommation, donc nous sommes prévenus mais si le confort est là d'après les commentaires cela n'a pas de prix pour un road trip
perso, je préfère le confort du Grand Cherokee à celui du Tahoe ! Et la tenue de route en virage, n'en parlons même pas...
https://voyageforum.com/discussion/the-wave-trip-grosse-semaine-dans-red-rocks-en-octobre-2016-d7656059/
https://voyageforum.com/discussion/photo-trip-dans-southwest-acte-9-d8122921/
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=8900025#8900025
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9637340;#9637340
Bonsoir.
J'arrive peut-être tard mais tant pis. En 2014, nous avions un RAV 4 pour 4, 2 adultes et 2 enfants de 11 et 9 ans, pour 3 semaines également, avec 4 "grosses valises" (70x45 en moyenne, cela nous suffisait, car il faut surtout des T;shirts et des shorts, mais on avait emmené pas mal de jeux, 4 sacs ou valises cabines et un glacière électrique souple, très pratique et pas encombrante). Tout rentrait sans trop de problème, mais il fallait quand même mettre une des grosses valises dans l'habitacle, ce qui ne nous gênait pas, et rien d'autre. A vous de voir. Bon voyage.
alquesn
Bonsoir Edouard
Les roues de secours sont "réservées" aux Coréennes et aux SUV haut de gamme (Tahoe, Suburban et leurs cousins) . JP13 peut vous aider pour un Escalade...🙂 En cas de doute tapez "xxxx 2017 spare tyre" pour les renseignements
En ce qui concerne le prix, juste un détail qui peut paraître anodin voire superflu. Pour une différence de prix somme toute (😉) assez peu importante, éviter de jouer au Tetris avec les bagages tous les matins, met de bonne humeur. Puis, conduire un gros véhicule est une expérience intéressante. Au risque de m'attirer quelques remarques, le delta de consommation n'est pas énorme et comme le prix de l'essence se situe entre 2.5 et 3.5$ le gallon, sur un séjour, c'est peanuts.
Alain
Les roues de secours sont "réservées" aux Coréennes et aux SUV haut de gamme (Tahoe, Suburban et leurs cousins) . JP13 peut vous aider pour un Escalade...🙂 En cas de doute tapez "xxxx 2017 spare tyre" pour les renseignements
En ce qui concerne le prix, juste un détail qui peut paraître anodin voire superflu. Pour une différence de prix somme toute (😉) assez peu importante, éviter de jouer au Tetris avec les bagages tous les matins, met de bonne humeur. Puis, conduire un gros véhicule est une expérience intéressante. Au risque de m'attirer quelques remarques, le delta de consommation n'est pas énorme et comme le prix de l'essence se situe entre 2.5 et 3.5$ le gallon, sur un séjour, c'est peanuts.
Alain
Bonjour, nous avons loué un jeep compass pour 20 jours de Road trip cet été avec carigami / cars and camper / Alamo.
Avez vous des retours sur la qualité de ce suv ?
Bon voyage à tous. Ron
Avez vous des retours sur la qualité de ce suv ?
Bon voyage à tous. Ron
Bonjour
Vs avez reservé une categorie de vehicule, representée par le JEEP Compass..
Dans cette categorie, vs avez aussi des Ford Escape, des Chevrolet Traverse, des Jeep Patriot, des Jeep Cherokee, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Kia Sportage, et Hyundai Tucson.
Le JEEP compass (comme le Patriot) est quand même un vehicule assez ancien de conception, rustique (Les mauvaises langues disent qu'il n'est plus guere vendu qu'aux flottes) qui est d'ailleur arreté en fabrication. Par contre, comme toutes les JEEP, c'est un vehicule plus adapté au off road que ses concurrents.
Comme chez ALAMO vs pouvez choisir sur le parc le vehicule que vs louez, Perso, je prefererais le Ford ou le Cherokee.
Dans cette categorie, vs avez aussi des Ford Escape, des Chevrolet Traverse, des Jeep Patriot, des Jeep Cherokee, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Kia Sportage, et Hyundai Tucson.
Le JEEP compass (comme le Patriot) est quand même un vehicule assez ancien de conception, rustique (Les mauvaises langues disent qu'il n'est plus guere vendu qu'aux flottes) qui est d'ailleur arreté en fabrication. Par contre, comme toutes les JEEP, c'est un vehicule plus adapté au off road que ses concurrents.
Comme chez ALAMO vs pouvez choisir sur le parc le vehicule que vs louez, Perso, je prefererais le Ford ou le Cherokee.
Bonjour merci !
Nous prendrons la voiture à l'aéroport de San Francisco.
Ca me rassure que vous me dites que nous aurons le choix.
Sur vos conseils nous choisirons parmi ces deux modèles.
Sur vos conseils nous choisirons parmi ces deux modèles.
Bonjour merci !
Nous prendrons la voiture à l'aéroport de San Francisco.
Ca me rassure que vous me dites que nous aurons le choix.
Sur vos conseils nous choisirons parmi ces deux modèles.
Bonjour Ron,
Si vous visitez San Francisco en voiture, ne laissez rien à l'intérieur quand vous stationnez !
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Sur vos conseils nous choisirons parmi ces deux modèles.
Bonjour Ron,
Si vous visitez San Francisco en voiture, ne laissez rien à l'intérieur quand vous stationnez !
A+
Hiacinthe
Le souci c est quel est souvent "type rav4" ..sans être un rav4...comme suv j ai en 2016 qui n avançait pas... alors que nous problémo les années précédentes...ceci dit à l aéroport de LA tu dois pouvoir changer de voiture ...
bonjour
c'est réservé se sera type Chevrolet tahoe à l'aéroport de San Francisco
Bonjour merci pour l'information.
Nous prendrons la voiture à notre départ de San Francisco.
Nous restons une semaine sans voiture à San Francisco puis nous partons 20 jours en voiture pour le reste du voyage.
Ron
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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.
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!


