Je recherche de bonnes adresses de petits hôtels sympas et pas trop chers ( $70 à $90 ) . J'essaie d'éviter les chaînes quand c'est possible
J'ai trouvé de très bonnes suggestions dans le post de "le Tigre" du 2/11 dans les sites ou villes que nous aurons en commun
Si vous pouviez me guider pour les étapes suivantes:
SLC
Monticello
Monument Valley ( interieur ou exterieur de MV)
Page ( avec washing-machine )
Escalante ( avec washing-machine )
Hanksville
Vernal
Jackson Hole
Gardiner
Park City
Merci beaucoup pour toutes vos idées
@+
Laurence
Page ( avec washing-machine ) Je sais plus s'il y des machines. Le Westin Empire House juste en face du supermarché à 50$ et un super petit-déj à 3$ "Pancakes à volonté" 😎
Escalante ( avec washing-machine ) Le Prospector Inn à 62$ avec le restau à côté pour petit-déj ( http://www.prospectorinn.com/ )
Hanksville : C'est pas franchement fôlichon comme coin 🤪. J'ai fait mes 2 nuits à Torrey plutôt.
Ok, vazyvite
J'ai bien noté tes suggestions et attends d'autres avis sur le sujet
Pour Hanksville nous sommes quasiment obligés d'y faire une pause car le lendemain nous envisageons 1 grosse journée Horseshoe Canyon + route pour Vernal environ 4 heures
Aussi je ne veux pas nous rajouter de la route le matin Torrey -- Trail et me rapproche le + près possible Hanksville-- Trail
Tant pis pour le côté pas sympathique de l'endroit, faut faire des choix alors je pense m'en tenir à celui-là
Merci pour tout et @+
Laurence
T'en as de la chance de "remettre" ça !!! ( il n y aurait pas une petite place dans tes bagages pour moi par hasard?? 😛)
Je ne connais pas les autres lieux que tu as cité mais pour Page nous etions au Days Inn, a a peu pres 70 euros la nuit tout depend de la periode... bon c est sur c est une chaine mais il est bien placé ( en face du wallmart), tres propre et a taille humaine avec piscine et avec laverie ...
Pour page nous irons a Holiday in express, un peu cher mais correct, pour les autre motels, je connais motel 6 ou motel 8 ou econo lodge et ce sont des motels sympas sans pretention mais bon pour le prix.
Deplu ils ont tous des sites internet, facile pour reserver.
Toujours à Page, mais moins cher (nuits jeudi soir /vendredi soir) :
Réservé le matin par internet...lorsque l'on a vu le prix 😎.
Travelodge, calme, avec lave-linge/sèche-linge, King Size bed, le Wifi qui fonctionne, et un buffet petit déj (pas un gros buffet, ok, mais de toute manière, pas le temps d'en profiter, because tirage au sort).
98, 90 $ taxes inclues.
Pour les DEUX nuits. Je laisse faire la division. (ah, c'est sûr, pour le prix, la vue depuis la salle de bain...c'est pas celle depuis le Marriott🏴☠️)...ça réconcilie avec les chaînes.🙂🙂
Et cela permet aussi de ne pas trop fulminer lorsqu'il faut laisser nos oboles aux navajos.
Cet été nous étions au Kudars à Jackson Hole, très bien placé pour aller en ville à pied. 85$ pour un king. Les chambres sont plutôt petites mais pour une nuit... Avec café et WiFi.
C'est quand tu veux si t'as pas peur de te retrouver avec 2 nanas avoisinants la cinquantaine !
Et puis je ne pourrais te refuser 1 petite place : t'es tellement adorable sur ton transat ...
Oui, c'est vrai, je mesure ma chance presque tous les jours car retourner dans ces fabuleuses contrées est vraiment une aubaine
Le projet 09 est axé sport et nature et orienté randos puique nous traînerons nos galoches sur les trails tous les jours
aussi la préparation physique est de rigueur en ce moment ( environ 5 h de marche par semaine )
Je garde l'hotel cité dans ma liste mais j'ai un faible pour le Bashful Bob's Motel et quelqu'un peut-il se souvenir d'une Washing-machine dans ce motel ou bien à côté
A vos méninges ...
Heureuse d'avoir pu rediscuter avec toi, Alex et @bientôt peut-être
Laurence
Et bien tres bonne preparation a toi alors 😎😎😎!!! il vaut mieux s entrainer un peu avant en effet j ai appercu des details sur ton nouveau projet et ca a l air en effet plein de superbes randos !!!
je connais pas le Bashful Bob's Motel et j ai pas trouvé d infos sur internet non plus a ce sujet .... as tu essayé de leur demander par mail sur leur site si tu n obtiens pas de reponse sur VF ?
http://www.bashfulbobsmotel.com/
A Page tu trouveras une grande laverie sur S Lake Powell Blvd près d'un supermarché dont je ne me souviens plus du nom.
A Escalante, je n'ai pas souvenir qu'il y ait des machines à laver au Prospector Inn, mais à vrai dire je ne me suis pas renseignée car je savais qu'à Torrey au Austin 's Chuckwagon, je trouverai toutes les commodités.
A Hanksville, pas beaucoup de choix : nous étions au Whispering Sand Hotel 88$ TTC avec micro-ondes et frigo. Motel sans charme mais correct pour une nuit ! Ce n'est pas l'avis d'un forumiste qui l'a critiqué en ces termes :
un "motel" plus récent dont l'accueil nous a fait immédiatement fuir : 85$ HT, et déjà des bondieuseries bienpensantes accrochées sur tous les murs dès la réception. (J'ai pas dû les voir !!!)
En terme de service dans cette localité, tu as une laverie au camping tout proche.
Alors à toi de voir ! On était dans le même cas de figure que toi, on voulait absolument se rapprocher de Horseshoe Canyon.
Cet été, à Page, j'étais au Page Boy Motel (42 euros), très bien, climatisé évidemment, frigo, cuisine commune avec micro-ondes, pop-corn offert, piscine, terrasse.
A Monument Valley, j'étais au Hat Rock Inn (60 euros), bien, situé à Mexican Hat, motel tout en bois au bord de la San Juan River, petit déj gratuit à la réception, très bon emplacement pour visiter Monument Valley.
Merci beaucoup car Grâce à vos expériences et à vos témoignages, voici en quelques mots mes choix qui s'orientent plutôt vers
Monticello : Navajo Trail 1 nuit
Monument Valley : Goulding's Cabin ou monument Valley View 1 nuit
Page : Bashful Bob's Motel ou Page Boy motel en fonction d'1 Washing- machine 4 nuits
Escalante : Prospector Inn 3 nuits
Hanksville : Whispering Sands Hotel 1 nuit
Vernal : Econolodge ? ou ?
Jackson Hole : Kudar motel ?
Je n'ai eu aucune suggestion pour Salt Lake City, Gardiner et Park City aussi si vous avez expérimenté de bons hotels dans ces agglomérations n'hésiter pas à nous le faire savoir. Je dis nous, car vos idées sont utiles pour plusieurs d'entre nous, forumeurs . Moi-même, je pioche dans le topic de "le Tigre" et sur les carnets de voyage des + courageux !!! 😛
Merci en tous les cas pour toutes vos bonnes idées et à bientôt de vous lire
Laurence
Quelques idées pour les villes manquantes :
à Gardiner, tu peux voir "Absaroka Lodge", je les avais contacté pour avoir le prix (car pas sur leur site) et l'été dernier, c'était 105 $ HT. Je suis passée à côté cet été, il avait l'air pas mal et bien placé, au bord de la rivière ....si tu ne veux pas de chaîne.
à Vernal, j'avais noté Sage Motel (vu dans le Lp "offre un cadre simple mais agréablement convivial"). Il ne m'avait pas inspiré en passant à côté mais pourquoi pas ? car à Vernal, j'ai l'impression qu'il n'y a rien de vraiment transcendant : le Day's Inn est à fuir, l'Econolodge, j'avais lu des critiques très bof !, les BW sont chers pour ce que c'est !
à Salt Lake City, nous avons été en 2007 au Best Western Garden Inn (vu dans le Routad !), très bien.....à l'époque 76 euros TTC avec petit déjeuner, piscine (et machine à laver, mais ça tu n'en n'auras pas besoin à ton arrivée)
Tes idées ont été retenues, elles me semblent séduisantes tout autant que le Steppingstone Motel ou le Inca Inn
Encore merci et si t'as encore d'autres pistes et notamment pour Vernal-Park City- Salt lake City et bien ce sera avec plaisir que je les étudierai
@+ et bonne soirée
Laurence
Toujours aussi intéressantes tes trouvailles, Christine . J'y regarderai de + près dés que possible
Merci encore pour tout et surtout pour l'intêret que tu portes à notre trip, t'es géniale !
A très bientôt et bonne soirée
Laurence
Je n'ai pas voulu répondre sur les autres hotels, car j'ai fait soit des chaines soit des hotels certainement déjà cité.
par contre pour park City, la ville recèle pas mal de (bons) choix. Nous étions là bas en octobre, et avons dormi au Peaks Hotel (http://www.parkcitypeaks.com/). Franchement, nous avons payé 57 Euros, ce qui est purement imbattable vu le niveau de l'hotel. OK la période était creuse, mais l'impression dégagé par l'hotel était super bonne. Zéro mauvaise surprise. Seul conseil, : demande si tu y vaà ne pas avoir une chambre côté route.. Nous étions deux couples, on a fait le changement tout de suite pour une des chambres, sans aucun problèmes, et on a super bien dormi. Les prestations sont vraiment hyper bien.
Voici tout de même les autres hotels que j'avais séléectionné au cas ou et qui s'évérait aussi très bien (The Yarrow Resort Hotel and Conference Center http://www.yarrowresort.com/ 65 Euros
Park City Marriott http://www.parkcitymarriott.com/ 79 Euros)
Pour Salt Lake City, nous avions reperé plusieurs hotels, mais comme nous étions 6 on a préféré pour la formule "appartement" avec trois chambres. L'hotel a besoin d'un rafraichissement, côté peinture, mais il est nickel (Chase Suite http://www.woodfinsuitehotels.com/saltlakecity).
Nous avions aussi à la base remarqué celui-ci, assez central : Red Lion (http://www.redlion.rdln.com) 83 Euros (par chambre))
Page : Marriott (https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pgacy-courtyard-page/) Super bien positionné, et prestations plus que bien (le restaurant est particulièrement intéressant (diner/ breakfast), même par rapport aux autres de la ville) . Là aussi, c'est une chaine, mais vaut le déplacement pour son confort.
Monument Valley : J'étais à Mexican Hat, au San Juan Inn, mais j'avais réservé la Maison. Quelqu'un sur ce forum m'en avait parlé. Il s'agit de la maison qui appartenait à la base au couple qui a lancé det hôtel, et qui la loue maintenant, en plus des chambres. Peut être pas interessant à deux. Mais à 6, c'était un vrai bonheur. Du coup, on a regretté de ne pas y être resté deux ou trois nuits. On avait quasi 150 mètres carrés, avec une vue incroyable.
J'ai consulté les sites que tu préconises : j'en ai gardé certains et éliminés d'autres car trop onèreux ou bien dèjà réservé
Merci beaucoup pour ton "arrivée à la rescousse" et te dis peut-être à plus tard
Bonne soirée et @+
Laurence
J'ai pris les notes et te remercie
J'appelle le Kudars Motel dés que le fiston reviendra à la maison car mon anglais est déplorable
@+ et merci pour tout
Laurence
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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).
hi everyone
I’m planning a world trip and I’m looking for great tips on accommodation in the United States.
Do you have any good deals to share, please?
thanks
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.
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?
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!
