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Profiles, specs and information,
about more than 400 new 2003 RVs

RV Traveler #78
September 28, 2003

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FROM CHUCK WOODBURY
editor, http://www.RVtraveler.com

I'd like to take this space this week to make a suggestion
and clarify a misconception. And then I would like to tell
you the sad news of the Shady Dell and then I will tell
you where I will be in mid-October in case you will be
nearby and want to stop to chat.

The suggestion is this: Would you please (please!) take a
minute to forward this issue of RV Traveler to an RVer
friend (or two or three) and urge he or she to sign up?
It only takes about 20 seconds. The sign up form is at
http://www.RVtraveler.com . Thanks a bunch.

And to clarify a misconception: Every week I get a
few letters from readers who say "Ever since I signed up
for your newsletter I'm getting a bunch of Spam." They
think I am to blame. This is absolutely, positively not true.
I never, ever share the email addresses of subscribers
with anyone outside my office (and I have a one-person
office so there isn't much sharing going on). So do not fear
an onslaught of junk email as a result of your subscription
to this newsletter. It won't happen in a million years,
which is well beyond my retirement age.

Sad news for anyone who loves old trailers. The Shady
Dell Motel in Bisbee, Arizona is up for sale. I only hope
someone buys it and keeps it going. At the Shady Dell,
guests stay in classic travel trailers from the '50s. Each
one is furnished in period detail down to chenille
bedspreads, magazines from the era, electric coffee
percolators, original refrigerators, black and white TVs
and record players with old recordings. There's a web
link below with more information about the sale of the
Shady Dell and another link where you can see a terrific
photo of the place. If you are wealthy, buy the Shady Dell
and I will give you some free advertising.

Finally, the California RV Show is coming Oct. 10-19 to
Pomona, just outside Los Angeles. I will attend and hope
to find a time and place on either the 17th or 18th when
I can hang out for an hour or two to meet with any readers
of this newsletter who want to stop by to gab. In the
meantime, read more here about the huge show.

Okay. . . enough rambling. There is some very good news
and information below. Enjoy the issue. And when you are
done, please forward it to someone else (recycling is
very beneficial to our environment).

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HOW TO CLEAN ANYTHING
Wow! Here is advice about how to clean anything and
everything. The site was created by a group of cleaning
professionals to help you solve cleaning problems whatever
they might be. So get your scrub brush and Mr. Clean and
click on over to this spotlessly clean website.

COUNTRY MUSIC STAR PARTNERS WITH CAMPING WORLD
Legendary country-music singer George Jones, who travels
to his concerts in a custom-built motorcoach, has
partnered with Camping World which is co-sponsoring
his tour. Camping World is also selling Jones' products
which include a line of sauces, grills, guitars and his
newest CD, The Gospel Collection.

GOOD SAM EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE
Protects you, your spouse, AND all children age 25 or younger
(living at home or attending college), your RV, AND all household
cars, SUVs, minivans, and pick-ups! Only $79.95!

ADVICE ABOUT FULLTIME RV TRAVEL COMPANIONS
If your full-timing companion is not related to you by
blood, marriage, or a legal arrangement such as adoption,
you could be cruising toward trouble. There are many
advantages to having a traveling partner, but things can
unravel quickly if you break up or if one of you has
financial, legal, or medical problems. Read more

HOLDING TANK ODOR CHEMICALS: TO ADD OR NOT TO ADD
This RVer hasn't put any chemicals down his rig's toilet in
10 years and he says everything smells groovy. Learn why.

DO YOU RV IN FLORIDA?
Subscribe to the free Florida RVer email newsletter. Read the
current issue or sign up.

FALL FOLIAGE GUIDE
It's that time of year when leaves begin to turn
beautiful colors and leaf peepers began their annual
excursions to witness and photograph the beauty. Here's
where to learn where to find the best fall colors.

TOW YOUR TRAILER OR 5TH WHEEL SAFER, SMOOTHER, STRONGER
Looking for the ultimate solution to make towing your trailer
or 5th wheel the safest, strongest, smoothest it can be?
Air spring technology is the answer. Learn more.

GREAT ROAD TRIPS
The editors of Lycos.com list their 11 favorite American
road trips. See what routes they like and why.

RV PARKS WITH WI-FI INTERNET ACCESS
New parks added weekly
ATTENTION FIBERGLASS TRAILER OWNERS
Do you own a travel trailer made of fiberglass? If so, you
will enjoy this website which is devoted to the many
brands and models of the lightweight RVs.

ESSENTIAL READING ABOUT RVing IN ALASKA AND CANADA
Alaska By RV, Western Canada By RV, Eastern Canada By RV:
http://www.RVbookstore.com/howens.html. And don't forget the
2003 ALASKA MILEPOST DIRECTORY. If you are headed to Alaska,
Yukon Territory, BC, Alberta or NW Territories, this 55th edition
guidebook is essential. Get info or order.

TRAVELS WITH SAM
When Lou Ann Thomas packs her tiny travel trailer, her
dog Sam knows that adventure awaits. In this newspaper
article Ms. Thomas tells how Sam helps keep her in touch
with the importance of going with the flow. Her story is
short, but charming.

SHOPPING FOR AN RV EXTENDED WARRANTY?
The Good Sam Club's Continued Service Plan covers your coach,
engine, appliances and accessories in your new or used
motorhome, trailer and even tow vehicle! Get an online quote.

WOMEN RVers: RVing isn't just for guys. Read more.

HOME VIDEOS HELP NEW RV OWNERS LEARN TO USE THEIR RIGS
RV Education 101 presents home videos on how to operate everything
on an RV. The VHS videos are very useful to anyone new to RVing.
Read more, view a Quicktime video clip, or order at:
Winterizing Your RV
Class A motorhome video
Class C motorhome video
Trailer/5th wheel video
Pop Up Trailer Video

TIPS ON RENTING A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
Travel expert Arthur Frommer explains why renting before
buying makes sense.

RV FINANCING. GET A QUICK QUOTE
Financial Underwriters Network provides exceptional customer service
and exceptional interest rates. Get a quick online quote and caring service.

WANT TO SEE IRELAND BY RV?
Here's a peek at some of the country's RV parks.
And you'll probably need to rent a motorhome. Here's
a company that will do just that.

Best-selling books and videos about RVing

RV BUYERS SURVIVAL GUIDE (Also available as an instant ebook)
Buying an RV? You must read this first. Written by an ex-RV
sales manager who reveals all. Read this and save big money!

CAMPING WITH THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Describes more than 900 campgrounds across the USA managed by the
Corps of Engineers. A fabulous resource! Seniors camp for half-price.

FREE CAMPGROUNDS OF THE WEST (Also available as an instant ebook)
2002 edition: How and where to camp in an RV in the West for free.
Includes official campgrounds and "unofficial" places to stay.

DON WRIGHT'S GUIDE TO FREE CAMPGROUNDS
Two editions, Eastern USA and Western USA. Lists all free and under
$12 campgrounds including those far off the beaten path.

MOTORHOMES MADE EASY, TRAILERS MADE EASY
These two books explain how to use everything on a motorhome
or trailer (or 5th wheel). And what a bargain at only $8.95 each!

VIDEO: DELIVERING MOTORHOMES TO RV DEALERS FOR PROFIT

THE ABCs OF RVing (Also available as an instant ebook)
A primer for new RVers written by Chuck Woodbury. Lots of info!

GUIDE TO NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CAMPGROUNDS
An awesome directory of campgrounds in National Parks

2003 GUIDE TO REST AREAS
Plus locations of Wal-Mart, Flying J, etc. Only $9.95

MOUNTAIN PASS GUIDE, WEST AND EAST EDITIONS
Ever get surprised by a steep or narrow road on a mountain pass?
Don't be surprised again. These guides tell you everything you need to
know about driving over 700 mountain passes in the USA.

VIDEO: ROCKY MOUNTAINS BY RV
Visit Yellowstone, Tetons, Glacier and Rocky Mountain Nat. Parks

BUREAU OF RECLAMATION LAKES GUIDE
Learn what to see and do at 250 lakes in the West and Midwest.
Most of these areas have low-cost campgrounds. Only $7.95

ALL ABOUT CLASS A MOTORHOMES
Advice for Class A buyers about rig selection, getting a good deal, and
how to inspect a rig before taking delivery.

THIS WEEK'S RV SHOWS
Detroit Camper & RV Show, Oct. 1-5
Rhode Island RV Show, Providence, Oct. 3-5
New Orleans Fall RV & Camping Show, Oct. 3-5
Fall RV Super Sale, Allentown, PA, Oct. 3-5
•UPCOMING USA RV SHOWS, RALLIES, SEMINARS
•CANADA RV SHOWS

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ABOUT THE EDITOR
Chuck Woodbury has been roaming America by RV off and on
for nearly two decades. During that time he published a
quirky travel newspaper about his adventures and was a
member of the stable of writers for the New York Times
Syndicate. Nowadays, he lives near Seattle where he drinks
coffee (required by law) and travels when he can in his
motorhome and sometimes by plane when vast expanses of
ocean are involved.

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