Bonjour a tous
y a t il des retour d expérience récent sur des nuits en Motel 6 j ai déja passé des nuits dans cette chaine mais la derniére fois en 2000
Merci
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Expériences en motel 6 aux États-Unis
by Jmxm
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour,
Pour motel6, les avis sont très partagés en fonction de l'hôtel.
As tu des hôtels à préciser?
Pour motel6, les avis sont très partagés en fonction de l'hôtel.
As tu des hôtels à préciser?
Bonjour,
Notre dernier séjour dans un Motel6 remonte à plusieurs années..... Dans les motels 6 le petit déj n'est généralement pas compris et le WiFi est payant. En rajoutant quelques $ tu as les Super8, est là tout est compris (sauf quelques exceptions pour le PD).
Mais il faut regarder les avis sur Tripdvisor (tu ne tiens pas comptes des commentaires laissés par les gens qui n'ont que 1 ou 2 avis).
Notre dernier séjour dans un Motel6 remonte à plusieurs années..... Dans les motels 6 le petit déj n'est généralement pas compris et le WiFi est payant. En rajoutant quelques $ tu as les Super8, est là tout est compris (sauf quelques exceptions pour le PD).
Mais il faut regarder les avis sur Tripdvisor (tu ne tiens pas comptes des commentaires laissés par les gens qui n'ont que 1 ou 2 avis).
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Hello,
comme dit plus haut, as-tu regardé sur tripadvisor ???
donc: ??
à +
comme dit plus haut, as-tu regardé sur tripadvisor ???
donc: ??
à +
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Tu tapes Tripadvisor et le nom de l'hôtel.
Pour Mammoth Lakes :
http://www.tripadvisor.fr/Hotel_Review-g60791-d78114-Reviews-Motel_6_Mammoth_Lakes-Mammoth_Lakes_California.html
Et tu fais pareil pour les autres hôtels. 😛
http://www.tripadvisor.fr/Hotel_Review-g60791-d78114-Reviews-Motel_6_Mammoth_Lakes-Mammoth_Lakes_California.html
Et tu fais pareil pour les autres hôtels. 😛
Quelques Voyages en Photos
Bonjour
Je n'ai été déçu qu'une seule fois d'un MOTEL 6 (c'était celui de SANTA FE que j'ai trouvé très sale )
Sinon tout les autres ou j'ai dormi étaient parfait (qualité : prix très bien )
Je n'ai été déçu qu'une seule fois d'un MOTEL 6 (c'était celui de SANTA FE que j'ai trouvé très sale )
Sinon tout les autres ou j'ai dormi étaient parfait (qualité : prix très bien )
J'ai dormi dans un seul motel 6 il y'a trois ans a Williams rien a dire impeccable pour le prix.
depuis visiblement les motel 6 on subit un lifting global dans l ensemble du pays mais je sais pas se que ça vaut. Je dors dans le même motel6 cette année et il a été relifter je pourrais vous en dire plus
Hello Seb
Oui , ils les rénovent un par un
en 2012, celui de Missoula était rénové , en entrant dans la chambre , j'ai regardé par 2 fois , si je ne m'étais pas trompé d'hôtel 😉
Oui , ils les rénovent un par un
en 2012, celui de Missoula était rénové , en entrant dans la chambre , j'ai regardé par 2 fois , si je ne m'étais pas trompé d'hôtel 😉
Hello Voisin
à LA et SFO , je ne suis pas allée dans des motels 6
à LA et SFO , je ne suis pas allée dans des motels 6
Motel 6, c'est le bas de gamme, à mi chemin entre les F1 et Etap hotel.
Voilà comment Accor (ancien propriétaire) qualifiait Motel 6
"Motel 6. Chaîne américaine de motels très économiques aux États-Unis et au Canada"
Le terme très économique a son importance...
Certains peuvent être un peu mieux que d'autres, mais faut pas vous attendre à beaucoup.
Mais pour une étape en arrivant à 21h et repartant à 7h c'est suffisant!
Bien resumé , a noter que super 8 est une chaine du meme genre.
Apres tout depend de se que l'on attend d'un hotel en voyage.
J'ai fais pas mal d'etap hotel et je peux te dire que je prefere motel6 ou super 8 à etap hotel
J'ai fais pas mal d'étap hôtel et je peux te dire que je préfère motel6 ou super 8 à étap hôtel
idem, mais la classification des hôtels Français non rien a voir avec celle des US
je préfère un bon Motel 6 , qu'un mauvais ibis en France 😉
idem, mais la classification des hôtels Français non rien a voir avec celle des US
je préfère un bon Motel 6 , qu'un mauvais ibis en France 😉
c'est vrai 🙂
Bonjour,
Notre dernier séjour dans un Motel6 remonte à plusieurs années..... Dans les motels 6 le petit déj n'est généralement pas compris et le WiFi est payant. En rajoutant quelques $ tu as les Super8, est là tout est compris (sauf quelques exceptions pour le PD).
Mais il faut regarder les avis sur Tripdvisor (tu ne tiens pas comptes des commentaires laissés par les gens qui n'ont que 1 ou 2 avis).
C'est trop vague des avis sur le motel 6 . Par exemple , il y en a qui on le wifi gratuit .
Notre dernier séjour dans un Motel6 remonte à plusieurs années..... Dans les motels 6 le petit déj n'est généralement pas compris et le WiFi est payant. En rajoutant quelques $ tu as les Super8, est là tout est compris (sauf quelques exceptions pour le PD).
Mais il faut regarder les avis sur Tripdvisor (tu ne tiens pas comptes des commentaires laissés par les gens qui n'ont que 1 ou 2 avis).
C'est trop vague des avis sur le motel 6 . Par exemple , il y en a qui on le wifi gratuit .
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
J'ai séjourné au Motel 6 à Williams (le West si je me souviens bien — il y en a deux), il était très bien. La chambre était équipée d'une table et de fauteuils, on a pu y dîner confortablement.
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Dix jours dans l'Ouest américain avec mes fils : http://voyageforum.com/forum/carnet_maman_deux_enfants_dix_jours_dans_ouest_americain_D5947876/
Bonjour
C'est vrai que cette discussion sur les Motel6 est interessante.
Perso, je n'y suis jamais allé car je crains le coté "bas de gamme", ce qui est idiot car pour passer une nuit on a pas besoin de luxe.
Je crains surtout le coté "pas entretenu", et apparement, depuis la vente par le groupe ACCOR, beaucoup de Motel6 semblent avoir été refaits interieurement.
Sur ce point, j'ai été deçu par les RAMADA . Celui de SF Lombard street et ceux de CHICAGO ne sont vraiment pas terribles
Maintenant, je reserve des chambres chez CHOICEHOTELS (Quality Inn, Comfort inn, etc) qui sont plus chers et en regle generale tres confortables et propres (sauf à NYC). Le principal interet est qu'avec leur carte accreditive, on acquiert des points qui permettent d'avoir des chambres gratuites (au final, ca fait une remise supp de 20%).
Je pense que les autres chaines d'hotels font les mêmes avantages : On ne fait jamaisassez attention à ces systeme de cartes.
Perso, je n'y suis jamais allé car je crains le coté "bas de gamme", ce qui est idiot car pour passer une nuit on a pas besoin de luxe.
Je crains surtout le coté "pas entretenu", et apparement, depuis la vente par le groupe ACCOR, beaucoup de Motel6 semblent avoir été refaits interieurement.
Sur ce point, j'ai été deçu par les RAMADA . Celui de SF Lombard street et ceux de CHICAGO ne sont vraiment pas terribles
Maintenant, je reserve des chambres chez CHOICEHOTELS (Quality Inn, Comfort inn, etc) qui sont plus chers et en regle generale tres confortables et propres (sauf à NYC). Le principal interet est qu'avec leur carte accreditive, on acquiert des points qui permettent d'avoir des chambres gratuites (au final, ca fait une remise supp de 20%).
Je pense que les autres chaines d'hotels font les mêmes avantages : On ne fait jamaisassez attention à ces systeme de cartes.
Bonjour
C'est vrai que cette discussion sur les Motel6 est interessante.
Perso, je n'y suis jamais allé car je crains le coté "bas de gamme", ce qui est idiot car pour passer une nuit on a pas besoin de luxe.
Je crains surtout le coté "pas entretenu", et apparement, depuis la vente par le groupe ACCOR, beaucoup de Motel6 semblent avoir été refaits interieurement.
.
C'est un choix a considerer comme d'autres , mais chacun ses goûts et besoin . Mais pas a éviter.
Perso, je n'y suis jamais allé car je crains le coté "bas de gamme", ce qui est idiot car pour passer une nuit on a pas besoin de luxe.
Je crains surtout le coté "pas entretenu", et apparement, depuis la vente par le groupe ACCOR, beaucoup de Motel6 semblent avoir été refaits interieurement.
.
C'est un choix a considerer comme d'autres , mais chacun ses goûts et besoin . Mais pas a éviter.
Le vol est trop important dans un voyage pour ne regarder que le prix.
Bonjour,
Je suis comme toi, j'évite ces "hôtels premier prix". Mais je dois reconnaitre que ma seule expérience Motel6 a été très satisfaisante (hôtel à Monterey). Je rejoins l'idée des hôtels légèrement supérieurs (genre Super8) où tout est compris, pour finalement une facture identique.
Concernant les cartes accréditives, mon expérience diverge un peu. Nous aimons bien les Best Western (je viens d'ailleurs de recevoir la carte "membre Platinum", Waouhhh!). Mais, à l'instar des compagnies aériennes, avec un ou deux voyages par an durant les vacances scolaires : entre les points perdus car non utilisés, les chambres non disponibles sur ces périodes de pointes, etc ..., je n'ai pour l'instant bénéficié d'aucune nuitée gratuite!
Je suis comme toi, j'évite ces "hôtels premier prix". Mais je dois reconnaitre que ma seule expérience Motel6 a été très satisfaisante (hôtel à Monterey). Je rejoins l'idée des hôtels légèrement supérieurs (genre Super8) où tout est compris, pour finalement une facture identique.
Concernant les cartes accréditives, mon expérience diverge un peu. Nous aimons bien les Best Western (je viens d'ailleurs de recevoir la carte "membre Platinum", Waouhhh!). Mais, à l'instar des compagnies aériennes, avec un ou deux voyages par an durant les vacances scolaires : entre les points perdus car non utilisés, les chambres non disponibles sur ces périodes de pointes, etc ..., je n'ai pour l'instant bénéficié d'aucune nuitée gratuite!
Bonjour,
Je n'ai testé que le Motel 6 Hollywood. Les travaux de rénovation se terminaient l'été dernier et l’intérieur était impeccable. En plus il est situé à deux pas du Walk of Fame avec la possibilité de réserver le parking (10 $ en 2013).
Je n'ai testé que le Motel 6 Hollywood. Les travaux de rénovation se terminaient l'été dernier et l’intérieur était impeccable. En plus il est situé à deux pas du Walk of Fame avec la possibilité de réserver le parking (10 $ en 2013).
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J'ai aussi essayé des Best Western, parfois moins chers que des hotels de gamme similaire (Par ex à LONE PINE).
Les hotels choice hotels sont plus chers que les Super8. Cette année, je n'en ait pas trouvé à moins de 100$, voire même 200 du coté de YELLOWSTONE (CODY et JACKSON HOLE)
Pour l'interet de la carte accreditive, pour Choice hotels je trouve que ca vaut vraiment le coup. Cette année, avec mes points, j'ai justement pu avoir gratuitement ces nuits à Jackson et CODY.
Le seul ennui est que je reserve beaucoup chez CHOICEHOTEL, si ce n'est pas genant pour les chambres d'avoir un peu tout le temps le meme genre de decor, le même ptit dej du matin commence à etre repetitif
Les hotels choice hotels sont plus chers que les Super8. Cette année, je n'en ait pas trouvé à moins de 100$, voire même 200 du coté de YELLOWSTONE (CODY et JACKSON HOLE)
Pour l'interet de la carte accreditive, pour Choice hotels je trouve que ca vaut vraiment le coup. Cette année, avec mes points, j'ai justement pu avoir gratuitement ces nuits à Jackson et CODY.
Le seul ennui est que je reserve beaucoup chez CHOICEHOTEL, si ce n'est pas genant pour les chambres d'avoir un peu tout le temps le meme genre de decor, le même ptit dej du matin commence à etre repetitif
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Pour pouvoir repondre, j'ai tout repris, et apres avoir pris une aspirine, j'arrive à cà:
D'apres mes calculs, on acquiert à peu pres 10 points pour chaque $ depensé, mais cet été c'etait doublé Pour le nombre de nuit, c'est donc en fonction du prix des chambres.
Si je regarde bien, j'ai depensé (on etait 2 couples avec chacun sa chambre) 3700 $ (avec les taxes), pour lesquels j'ai acquis en fait 67487 points
J'avais un solde de 5622 points de l'an dernier, et il m'en reste 11109 à ce jour.
Les 3 nuits dans l'ouest (2 à CODY et 1 à JACKSON HOLE) que j'ai eu gratis valaient 607 $ (avec les taxes mais en beneficiant du tarif senior accordé au plus de 60ans), et m'ont couté 62000 points. (je n'ai plus le detail du cout en points pour chaque nuit)
Pour pouvoir repondre, j'ai tout repris, et apres avoir pris une aspirine, j'arrive à cà:
D'apres mes calculs, on acquiert à peu pres 10 points pour chaque $ depensé, mais cet été c'etait doublé Pour le nombre de nuit, c'est donc en fonction du prix des chambres.
Si je regarde bien, j'ai depensé (on etait 2 couples avec chacun sa chambre) 3700 $ (avec les taxes), pour lesquels j'ai acquis en fait 67487 points
J'avais un solde de 5622 points de l'an dernier, et il m'en reste 11109 à ce jour.
Les 3 nuits dans l'ouest (2 à CODY et 1 à JACKSON HOLE) que j'ai eu gratis valaient 607 $ (avec les taxes mais en beneficiant du tarif senior accordé au plus de 60ans), et m'ont couté 62000 points. (je n'ai plus le detail du cout en points pour chaque nuit)
Bonjour
Personellement, je ne reste jamais dans les Motel 6. Il y en a des mediocres et sans doute d'autres qui sont correctes mais je prefere utiliser d'autres chaines d'hotels/motels qui sont recommendées par le magazine des consommateurs: Consumer Reports, pour à peu près le même prix.
Ma préférée est la chaine : La Quinta
Ma préférée est la chaine : La Quinta
je prefere utiliser d'autres chaines d'hotels/motels qui sont recommandées par le magazine des consommateurs: Consumer Reports
Je ne connaissais pas, je suis allé sur leur site. Malheureusement, il n'y a pas d'avis sur les hôtels. Peut-être sur la magazine, mais pas en ligne.
Je ne connaissais pas, je suis allé sur leur site. Malheureusement, il n'y a pas d'avis sur les hôtels. Peut-être sur la magazine, mais pas en ligne.
je prefere utiliser d'autres chaines d'hotels/motels qui sont recommandées par le magazine des consommateurs: Consumer Reports
Je ne connaissais pas, je suis allé sur leur site. Malheureusement, il n'y a pas d'avis sur les hôtels. Peut-être sur la magazine, mais pas en ligne.
Oui, il faut être membre de Consumer Reports pour avoir la liste. J'ai essayé de la copier/coller pou la poster ici mais ça ne marche pas.
Je ne connaissais pas, je suis allé sur leur site. Malheureusement, il n'y a pas d'avis sur les hôtels. Peut-être sur la magazine, mais pas en ligne.
Oui, il faut être membre de Consumer Reports pour avoir la liste. J'ai essayé de la copier/coller pou la poster ici mais ça ne marche pas.
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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!