The American Dream

Unforgettable family road trip

(Translated by Google) We spent 3 wonderful weeks which will leave us with wonderful memories to share with family and friends.
The trip corresponded in all respects to what had been prepared for us by Virginie, who was able to adapt the proposed route of the "American dream" to our project by not hesitating to modify the stages, their durations and even the return (from Las Vegas for us) and to adapt the hotels according to our wishes. Indeed, we preferred to have fewer steps so we could stay longer in some places (Bryce canyon, Moab added, Lake Powell for Antelop Canyon, Monument Valley).
This allowed us to stay a full day (2 nights) in each stage where we had planned an activity (guided tour of San Fransisco, rafting in Moab, horseback riding in Monument Valley, visit to upper Antelop canyon, helicopter over Grand Canyon, Cirque du Soleil Love show in Las Vegas).
Everything went smoothly except for a small problem with a hotel that had not refunded the security deposit paid at check-in after 10 days, but everything was back to normal thanks to the intervention of Virginie with the hotel.
The travel diary was very well detailed: visits, routes, restaurants, viewpoints, etc. We treasure it as a souvenir, and totally intact since we had printed the vouchers before leaving :-)
In addition we were lucky to have a big car (SUV deluxe) almost new (4,532 miles on the clock), which everyone appreciated on the roads of the American West! [...]

great trip

(Translated by Google) we missed 1 day in Los Angeles. Because of the fires we went to Sacramento instead of Yosemithe. Disappointed with Sacramento but we were very tired so a little rest before the return flight was welcome.
Otherwise superb trip very well organized by Charlotte listening to us and very available before and during the trip

Formidable !

(Translated by Google) A superb experience in really comfortable conditions. The landscapes are grandiose and the tourist very well received. The support of the Authentik USA team, despite the sometimes difficult conditions (forest fire in Yosemite), is really very efficient. They are always available, friendly and efficient.
Only small downside, if the driving times are reasonable, the time to visit the different sites, by their size, is long and it must be integrated into the organization of travel time. The program is dense but so interesting! [...]

Happy and Delighted

(Translated by Google) Overall the experience with Authentik USA was a real success.
Very good hotel services with very good hotels and excellent additional services. (Overflight of the grand canyon by helicopter, guided hike in yosemite, guided tour in french of san francisco.....)
A few bugs to note despite everything, but nothing dramatic or insurmountable. A small batch of logical problems on a 21-day road trip
Financially authentic USA was significantly below the prices offered by the 7 other French agencies consulted.
A well-constructed and well-made roadbook that allowed us to orient ourselves correctly in the different parks or in the different cities
Big advantage, the Canadian agency is in an identical quay zone, which allowed us to solve the problems quickly
An efficient and attentive team and above all available throughout the journey.
A successful experience which allowed us to take full advantage of this trip and which largely met our expectations. [...]

Organization and above all advice by Virginie parfait

(Translated by Google) Happy and satisfied with everything

A rich and flexible program allowing you to discover 11 of the most beautiful natural parks in the American West without getting tired.

(Translated by Google) From one of the standard courses offered by AUTHENTIK (in this case "The American Dream"), I was able to develop this course with the help and the wise advice of our adviser (Virgine Alessi). This allowed us to build a tailor-made program, alternating between transit day and visit day (1 day out of 2 systematically) which means that, despite the richness of the program (11 parks visited), in the end we felt little fatigue and above all not the dreaded weariness of long journeys despite the 4900 kilometers traveled in total. A trip that was successful in every way, and which left us with unforgettable memories.

I can only recommend to travelers who are considering such a journey to rely on the logistics of a solid and structured agency like AUTHENTIK which, obviously, has such negotiating strength with respect to hotels/vehicle rental companies ( and even plane tickets) that the rates are very competitive. I could not have done better on my own and probably even worse in terms of costs in the end, not to mention the time I would have had to devote to it to book in 13 different accommodations + car rental and excursions.
What's more, even if we didn't need it, it is reassuring to know that we have an AUTHENTIK emergency service with a phone number to contact if necessary. [...]

Road trip in the American West

(Translated by Google) Very good travel experience.
I am very satisfied with the Authentik agency.

Severe; where the dream is allowed

(Translated by Google) complete circuit but at Doing it again I remove Los Angeles which for me is a useless step because it does not correspond to the change of scenery sought. The only real downside is the food which has been for us a bad experience.

head full of images

Unforgettable

(Translated by Google) Excellent organization. Road book remarkable for its content and ease of use. of use To be valued further upstream
Two steps to review maybe: Bluff if we don't go to; Arches and Kingman too far from Los Angeles

A success!

(Translated by Google) Hello,
Overall, the trip is a success. We had some great times and lots of memories.
There were no reservation problems. the written guide was sent to us. a valuable help during the trip to discover the surrounding points of interest.
There has been just one day too many at Lake Powell and one activity. that we did not appreciate, namely the 4x4 and rafting day, which we shortened. (We had to join a group, do timed activities like a summer camp which is not our style at all).
Here are the comments that I could make on this trip but overall, it was good. a wonderful and very well organized trip. I will recommend your services without hesitation! [...]

good AUTHENTIK service, perfect.

(Translated by Google) Perfect AUTHENTIK service. If traveling to do it again, we wouldn't do the Pacific Coast, landscape close to home. those from us in FRANCE. We would prefer 2 more nights in one of the parks to better enjoy it, rather than on the coast. Many thanks to; CHARLOTTE for her availability; and his good humor.

PRESQUE IDEAL

(Translated by Google) THE STAGES ARE WELL CALCULATED, YOU MUST TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE INTERMEDIATE STAGES LIKE MAMMOTH LAKE TO REST (4700 KM IN TOTAL).
FOR US THE LEADING TRIO: BRYCE CANYON, GRAND CANYON, ANTELOPE CANYON. PLEASE NOTE THIS JUDGMENT DOES NOT REMOVE ANYTHING FROM OTHER SITES.
FOR A SHORTER DURATION, KINGSMAN AND PRISMO BEACH STAGES CAN BE AVOIDED.
THE 3 MAJOR TOWNS ON THE ROUTE ARE TO BE DONE FOR THE EXHAUST. [...]

Very good advice and organization of authentic usa

Wonderful trip

(Translated by Google) Very nice trip to the United States. We left for 2 families with 2 teenagers and we enjoyed it very much. our journey which was very rich but also very tiring. We had modified a little about the initial itinerary with our adviser virginia so that it best corresponds to your needs. our expectations and we have not been disappointed! Magnificent landscapes, huge cities, very interesting encounters. We had chosen a few activities like the tour of San Francisco with a guide (William) who was so passionate; that we regretted not to have stopped in this magnificent city any longer. We went to universal studios park at; Los Angeles, the different settings are impressive (the world of Harry Potter is stunningly realistic). We had also chosen to hike to; horseback riding with a Navajo guide & Monument Valley, we went to; 6 p.m. and it was the best time for the sunset, a fabulous experience to visit. live. We also chose the walk to; Antelope canyon, the photos taken there are unique and our guide allowed us to set up our smartphone and showed us how to do it. the good angles of view so that our photos are of the most beautiful effect, a real pleasure. Finally we finished at; Las Vegas, city of all excesses and we had taken with another site the evening helicopter tour above the city, a very nice experience too. In short, an unforgettable trip for the whole family. It makes us want to relive an American adventure and why not to New York next time. If you have the possibility to make this trip do not hesitate !!! [...]

magical trip to the western USA

(Translated by Google) a very well organized trip with a progression in the marvels visited, more and more grandiose. A few small logistical problems (change of hotels at the last moment following the fires, room not available...) very quickly resolved by AUTHENTIK, great support on site! THANKS TO THE WHOLE TEAM

Great 3 week trip between SF and LA with family.

(Translated by Google) We went on a 3 week family road trip (2 children aged 10 and 14) between SF and LA. We wanted to see a lot while taking a few breaks. The organized result by Authentik has been to lived up to our expectations. Everything has been perfectly organized since the receipt of our Roadbook at; SF up to the delivery of the car to; THE. No unpleasant surprises and an advisor always on hand. listening... In short, a carefree holiday but with lots of memories. [...]

A very nice trip!

(Translated by Google) The roadtrip is well organized, a good balance between city and nature! The rhythm is still sustained, but we knew it.
We discovered grandiose landscapes, worthy of the most beautiful postcards.

Unique experience at; share with family

(Translated by Google) We particularly liked the expanses and varieties of landscapes. The national parks of the American West offer unparalleled views. It will now be difficult to find places as beautiful as the Grand Canyon or Antelope Canyon to name only these two parks.

There are very few things that we did not like. We can cite the quantity and quality food that was not always exceptional but that was to be expected.

A word of advice to travellers: you have to prepare the day before for the next day's journey. Do not blindly rely on GPS. You have to look at the maps.
Another important point, check the weather forecast. We have been caught in a severe thunderstorm in Arizona at nightfall and in the middle of nowhere. It can be dangerous as there are sunken roads prone to flooding even in the height of summer. [...]

Great trip - Well thought out itinerary

Very nice trip! Lots of love at first sight!

A great experience

(Translated by Google) We wanted a tailor-made trip to the American West
Quality service from booking to; delivery of the roadbook to; the hotel and even beyond when we had a problem with the hotel at; San Francisco.
Congratulations to; the team

Unforgettable journey to the heart of the American West

fabulous!

(Translated by Google) Only pity, no answer to the emails and messages that we sent to solve some small problems.

Very nice stay of 3 weeks in the American West

(Translated by Google) A length of stay that allows you to do a good part of the parks and the coast in good conditions.
Excellent preparation with Authentik who brought the changes we requested.
A very well put together roadbook. served as a base during our journey.

Magnificent contrasts and landscapes

an unforgettable trip, with a small problem of roadbook and GPS quickly forgotten;

(Translated by Google) Everything was really very good with a crush on the Zion hotel

A trip corresponding less to; our wishes that the previous trip authentik Canada

(Translated by Google) - very little interaction with the person preparing the trip to understand the needs.
- hotels or accommodation very far from parks or attractions 1 hour from Yosemite and 45 minutes from Zion. Lots of housing in an industrial area far from everything: LA, Zion. Yosemite, Sta Barbara, Pismo Beach, Las Vegas, Mammoth Lake and Kingsman.
- 2 very mediocre hotels: Mammoth lake; a small studio for 5 people. And a dirty trucker's hotel (cockroach and stench in the room) Lingsman.
- almost no breakfast included in the service whereas last year they were still in the package.
- some hotels: deplorable reception: Lake Powel. And little consideration to Las Vegas (big tourist machine) even if the suite was the most comfortable accommodation.
- We have often been forced to insist that the rooms be side by side; as if the instruction had not been passed.
- the overall organization was not satisfactory because 4000km in 3 weeks with small children was not suitable. We had asked advice to your sales representative and we also asked; to review the initial program by removing stages to spend 5 days by the sea but in the end proposing 1 night per place in view of the number of kms should not have been to be recommended or at least attract attention. Finally, the planned stopover at; Monterey had been removed and suddenly even by the sea 3:30 drive on the last day.
- We have been shocked having to wait until the very last minute to get confirmation from 4 hotels. Paying for a service for hotels and being told that there is no more availability and being offered places of lower quality. like Village Lodge for a studio in a secluded chalet; doesn't seem right to me. I made the remark by e-mail but the sales representative told me that the services were of the same quality. which I totally doubt.
- A detail but the road book included information on a stopover that we did not have on the trip: Monument Valley and there were no activities to do. type: helicopter or sea whale ride that appeared in the e-mail and that we had in our road book last year. An impression of sloppy work; which I don't really appreciate paying more than $9000.
In conclusion, damage after an organized trip; to perfection last year by a young woman concerned about our well-being.
We are questioning the Authentik choice for our next road trip planned in Florida in the summer of 2017 for a similar duration and always at hand. 5 people and sometimes 6.
Cordially.
Florence Ounnough [...]

An excellent trip as we had envisioned it;

(Translated by Google) circuit perfectly compliant with; our expectations; a little disappointed with Route 66.

Wonderful trip!

(Translated by Google) Thanks to; Authentik USA and to our advisor, we were able to experience a wonderful vacation in the American West. The vast majority stages were essential and obligatory for anyone wishing to discover this region. Despite the 4320 kilometers covered, the distribution of the routes was excellent and allowed us to enjoy each place without having the impression of constantly driving the car. The main asset of this route is its great diversity; : big cities, deserts, mountains, forests, lakes, oceans, etc.
Well done and thank you again! [...]