Thinking About Going Full-Time? Slow Down and Do Your Homework I’ve seen several posts on social media recently from people who say they’re planning to become full-time RVers in the next month or two. What surprises me is that many of them also say they’re brand new to RVing, aren’t sure what type of RV…
Is It Worth Hiring Someone to Plan Your RV Trip? Now that we’re a couple of years into the RV lifestyle, Pat and I finally have the time to take some longer trips. This year we’ll be taking our first extended adventures, and planning them has been almost a project in itself. We spent hours…
Is Triple Towing Worth It? Pat and I are planning to try snowbirding next winter. We’ve talked about it for years, and now that we’re both retired, we decided it’s time to give it a try. I know we won’t miss the snow and cold. Being away from family for a few months will be…
Then Fuel Prices Took Off Like everyone else, we watched fuel prices climb. For those of us towing large fifth wheels, diesel prices make a significant difference in the cost of every trip. Earlier this year, Pat and I traveled to Florida to look at campgrounds for future winter stays. We found several places we…
I like this topic because it’s something many new RVers wonder about. I also like that you’re honest about not belonging to most of the clubs. It makes the article sound like an overview rather than a sales pitch. Here’s a cleaned-up version. Are RV Camping Clubs Worth Joining? One question that comes up frequently…
Make the Most of RV Forums One of the things I enjoy about the RV lifestyle is the willingness of fellow RVers to share their knowledge and experiences. I belong to several RV groups and forums, and over the years I’ve learned a tremendous amount from the people who participate in them. The collective knowledge…
Finding the Right Campground Finding a place to stay has become much more challenging over the past few years. Since 2020, the number of RV owners has grown dramatically, and campground demand has increased right along with it. One of the best pieces of advice I can give is plan early. Many popular campgrounds begin…
I’m amazed at how much time we spend researching campgrounds before every trip, and I have a feeling that’s only going to increase as we begin taking longer adventures. There are plenty of resources available to help with your search. A simple web search, recommendations from fellow RVers, campground reviews, and advice from friends can…