I hope everything is going to be OK with you and your continent cause this is the first time I am thinking about visiting Grand Canyon.
Quoting: timexTimex, I visited the Grand Canyon (South rim, stayed in "El Tovar",beautiful place) and we had a tour to the west Rim, to see the Skywalk.
I can tell you, without a doubt, that the Grand Canyon is one of the most magnificent, unique sight, that you will see. The sunsets and the sunrises are breathtaking. I didn't see many americans, though. Most of the tourists were asians and europeans.
I fell in love with the Grand Canyon and even checked prices in a little town: "Williams", where the steam train takes you to the grand Canyon. Unfortunately, prices are kind of high and there is a problem with water.
You will have a wonderful time and this may sound crazy, but I don't care: "Listen to the Grand Canyon", he has something to say to each person who listens.