Mon voyage dans l'Ouest et à new york en 3 semaines est quasi prêt!! En voici le résumé :
10.04.10 Arrivée à Las Vegas le soir - Venetian
11.04.10 Vol en hélico au dessus du GC / Visite de Vegas / Shopping
12.04.10 Départ pour la Calif : Las Vegas - Kingman - Oatman - Newberry Springs - Calico - Barstow pour la nuit
13.04.10 Barstow - Palm Springs - San Diego
14.04.10 San Diego - visites et détente
15.04.10 Départ de San Diego - Oceanside - Newport Beach - Santa Monica (après-midi) - Los Angeles
16.04.10 Los Angeles - Universal Studios - Santa monica pour la soirée
17.04.10 Los Angeles - Visite de la ville le matin (walk of fame, chinese theater, Griffith, Beverly Hills) Après midi Venice.
18.04.10 Départ pour Santa Barbara (par la côte et Malibu)
19.04.10 Santa-Barbara, journée avec des amis pour la découverte du vin californien
20.04.10 Départ de Santa-Barbara en direction de SF (nuit à Monterey ou Carmel)
21.04.10 17 Mile Drive - Gilroy - Sillicon Valley - Arrivée à San Francisco dans l'après-midi.
22.04.10 au 25.04.10 Visites diverses à San Francisco
26.04.10 au 30.04.10 NEW YORK
C'est à New York que j'ai besoin de vous! On y est allés l'année passée en avril également et on n'a pas fait grand chose car il faisait super froid. Cette année j'ai décidé que froid, neige ou grêle, je ferais tout tout tout!!!
Voilà ce qui est prévu :
26.04.10
Journée calme car on arrive très tôt. Le vol de SF à NY se fait pendant la nuit... on a prévu de déjeuner et de commencer à bouger à 10h. D'abord un tour avec les bus Gray Line, sieste l'après-midi pour être en forme à aller au Top of the Rock. J'apréhende un peu cette journée car soit on sera crevés et rien envie de faire soit on aura la patate et on saura pas quoi faire car rien ne sera programmé.
27.04.10
Pier 86 pour le porte-avions et Brooklin Bridge. Croisière de 3heures sur le Hudson en début d'après-midi. Visite du sud de Manhattan. Soirée Night tour avec Gray Line. Connaissez-vous ce porte-avions qu'on veut visiter à Manhattan? J'en ai entendu parler mais je ne trouve rien à ce propos!
28.04.10 Journée avec des amis du New Jersey
Faire les boutiques le matin et se promener l'après-midi dans Central Park. Visite de l'Empire State Building en fin d'après-midi pour le coucher du soleil.
29.04.10
Tour en hélicoptère depuis le pier au sud de Manhattan vers 10h – 11h environ 20 min. Croisière le soir sur le Hudson.
30.04.10
Voilà, je trouve que mes journés sont bien vides... surtout le 29 et le 30 (on a l'avion à 17h)... On n'aime pas vraiment les musées classiques. Avez-vous des idées à nous proposer?
merci de votre aide pour la fin... j'ai trop passé de temps sur notre première partie de voyage alors je dois avouer que je n'ai plus vraiment d'idées pour les derniers jours!!
Si tu prends un bus, je ne pense pas que c'est grey line, mais je peux retrouver le nom.. il te promène dans toute la ville, tu peux descendre à n'importe quel arrêt autorisé, et reprendre un des bus suivants..la circle line cruise est inclue, le tour de nuit, le billet est pour deux jour et moins de 60$ par personne.
Ellis island????et éventuellement la statue??
Le met?? guggenheim?? etc etc??😇😉
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow mindedness, all foes to real understanding. Likewise, tolerance, or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime. -- Mark Twain
On avait pris Citysights NY, et c'était vraiment bien. Notamment le tour de nuit et le tour à Brooklyn : http://www.citysightsny.com/
Circuit dans l'Ouest : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2744058
Floride-Louisiane : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3536861
Une semaine à New York : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4550454
New York, again http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=5593646
Dans le notre pour 2 jours étaient inclus ces deux tours +uptown+downtown+la circle line cruise+le musée de la ville de NY... Sûrement la même compagnie que toi... de toutes façons on ne peut pas la louper.. il y a grande distribution de leurs imprimés a TS
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow mindedness, all foes to real understanding. Likewise, tolerance, or broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in our little corner of the earth all one's lifetime. -- Mark Twain
Oui ca fait deux croisières à New York. Une longue qui se fera de jour qui comprendra la Statue, le Brooklyn Bridge etc... et une de nuit (pour voir si c'est si beau que ce qu'on dit!) Peut-être qu'on fera un ou deux musées quand même... C'est pas trop notre style mais ca peut être sympa! Surtout s'il fait pas beau....
Pour les bus c'est bien Gray Line. Ce sont les rouges. On les a pris l'année passée et c'était top... Mais je pense qu'ils se valent tous au bout du compte :)
En faite ce choix était judicieux justement pour le décallage. A l'aller on s'en fout, on part en vacances alors c'est plus facile de supporter. Entre les 19h de voyage au total et le Jet-lag, avec un peu de chance ca fait un beau mélange et on est bons.
Par contre au retour, on arrive chez nous le samedi matin et on starte le job le lundi... 9h de décallage ca aurait fait plus mal dans ce cas-là :)
Tu penses pas que c'est mieux comme ca? Tu as fait autrement toi?
Sinon, pour le décalage horaire, 3 heures de plus ou de moins, c'est pas ça qui change grand-chose à l'affaire...
Circuit dans l'Ouest : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2744058
Floride-Louisiane : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3536861
Une semaine à New York : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4550454
New York, again http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=5593646
On "starte le job" = on recommence à travailler :) ou si tu préfères "on recommence à déprimer, à aider les autres sur VF en postant notre carnet de voyage et on pleure sur les souvenirs déjà si lointains"... Je rigole!!
heu l'année passée j'ai pris une grosse claque en rentrant de new york! Insomniaque deux jours et cinq jours que j'ai vécus à l'envers (sommeil, faim...) bref, mauvaise expérience alors en aténuant le décallage déjà de 3 heures j'espère que au moins que ce soit pas PIRE!!! :)
Je voulais aussi te dire... j'ai passé une bonne partie de mon après-midi à lire ton Carnet de vacances! Epoustouflant!! Drôle!!! Trop drôle meme... merci d'avoir partagé ca ici!!
J'ai aussi fait un album photos sur un site avec les photos de l'année passée (floride et ny) et j'ai sur-adoré ca! Bcp de travail de mise en page etc... mais trop de plaisir à le voir et surtout quand les gens te demadent : On peut le voir?? ah ah ah...
Bon, je continue un peu dans mes recherches meme si tout est presque prêt... faut que ce soit PARFAIT! Mon copain doit ressembler à ton mari (et à ton fiston) c'est genre : "heu non non montre-moi pas, je te fais confiance, tu fais ca trop bien vas-y!!" Mais c'est pas grave parce que même s'il s'en mêlait, je ferais quand meme comme je veux! Pas question de louper ce voyage...
heu l'année passée j'ai pris une grosse claque en rentrant de new york! Insomniaque deux jours et cinq jours que j'ai vécus à l'envers (sommeil, faim...)
Je veux bien le croire 😉. C'est ce que je veux dire : revenir de New York ou de l'Ouest, le décalage sera là de toute façon... Tant qu'à faire, je trouve que tu as raison de faire comme ça : c'est quand il faut tracer la route qu'il faut profiter du décalage dans ce sens-là et se lever tôt, quitte à se coucher tôt le soir pour être en forme au petit matin le lendemain. A New York, ce n'est pas aussi essentiel. Puis le vol retour est plus court depuis New York, ça t'évitera d'avoir 12 ou 14 heures de vol dans les pattes, c'est pas plus mal ! Bref, j'aurais fait pareil ! 😉
Contente que le carnet de route t'ait plu. 🙂 (et j'avais compris pour le "start le job", mais l'espace d'un instant, j'ai cru que tu étais québecoise 😛 - je vais encore me faire taper sur les doigts 😛)
Circuit dans l'Ouest : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2744058
Floride-Louisiane : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3536861
Une semaine à New York : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4550454
New York, again http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=5593646
C'est vrai que c'est une question de point de vue... je préfèrerais peut-être à 100% pour les vacances quitte à être un peu mort les premiers jours de boulot...mais j'ai tjs eu qq jours de récup avent de recommencer. C'est tout à ton honneur de penser à ton retour au boulot...
Moi je suis extrêmement sensible au décalage et par exemple la fois ou j'ai atterri à Vancouver (-9h), je me réveillais vers minuit-1h et à partir de 17h du soir je pouvais m'endormir n'importe où.. Donc l'année ou j'ai été à NY+Ouest j'ai commencé par NY et ca s'est bcp bcp bcp mieux passé. Pour moi 6 h c'est gérable mais 9h c'était trop... Mais je le répète je suis extrêmement sensible.
Quoi qu'il en soit faut être super reposé avant comme ça ca aide bien.
Pour le top of the rock, tu peux prendre un billet 2 entrées en une journée, et y aller de jour et de nuit. Les prix c'était environ 20$/1visite ou 30$/2visites.
Je ne saurais pas dire ce que j'ai préféré...
Moi je trouve que tu prévois déjà bcp dans ton planning... car une fois là vous aller sûrement flâner un peu et "perdre" facilement du temps...
Oui c'est clair que je prévois bcp de choses!... je suis une fanatique de l'organisation... :)
En réalité, c'est que j'ai peur de louper qqch d'énorme par manque de renseignements... et dans ce voyage précis ce qui me fait peur c'est de ne pas avoir assez de temps pour tout faire, alors j'ai fait un planning pour ca. Je sais d'avance qu'on ne fera pas tout ce que j'ai prévu car ca va également dépendre de ma tendre moitié (qui lui est plus coooooool)!
Pour le décallage ben de toute manière on doit faire avec!... je ne manquerai pas de te redire comment ca s'est passé pour nous!!
J'ai encore quelques questions (choses lues dans d'autres conversations) :
- Pourquoi visiter absolument Top of the Rock le soir et l'Empire state building le jour?
- Il y a quoi à Union Square, Grammery Park, Tribecca et au téléphérique de Roosvelt Island??
Top of the rock le soir tu vois Empire state illuminé, c'est peut-être pour ça??
Mais le jour tu vois central park!!! que tu ne vois pas la nuit évidemment...
Si tu comptes faire le pont de Brooklyn à pied, ca vaut la peine de descendre et aller un peu plus loin car la vue avec le pont et Manhattan était jolie.
Pour ta journée 20-04 je ne sais pas si tu l'as prévu mais je te conseil de passer par la route côtière pour voir Big Sur, et aussi de prévoir du temps car... C'est magnifique.
J'aimerais avoir, si possible, vos avis sur l'itinéraire que je prévois pour un voyage aux USA en avril 2016. Je connais déjà pas mal les USA pour y avoir vécu…
Repart mi mai dans l'ouest et je passe 1 semaine sur NY au retour. Voila mon programme: 1/Bruxelles/ Las vegas nuit à l'escalibur 2/Las vegas nuit au Mirage…
Voyager avec des enfants › États-Unis · 44 replies
Cela fait un moment que je n'ai plus posté de message et pourtant je suis toujours bien présente sur VF! j'ai lu tous les nouveaux carnets, j'ai cherché des…
Voyager avec des enfants › États-Unis · 27 replies
Voici l'itinéraire de notre road trip de 3 semaines dans l'ouest américain + New-York que je vous soumets à nouveau avec les différentes étapes et visites…
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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!
