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How to balance routine and spontaneity while RVing

Gail Marsh -
Okay, I’ll admit it. I’m the routinized person in our marriage. My husband is most definitely the spontaneous one. Our different approaches to life...

94-year-old man lives in amazing DIY tractor-trailer RV conversion

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By Cheri Sicard In the video below, we join Carol, a full-time RVing septuagenarian, as she interviews Bernie and Lois, a couple of nonagenarians who...

Have you ever forgotten something important at home after leaving on an RV trip?

RV Travel -
We’ve all done it. Or at least most of us have. You pull out of the driveway feeling pretty proud of yourself. The fridge...

I left Starlink behind—Now what?

Tony Barthel -
When you’re packing, did you ever get that suspicious feeling you forgot something? I get that feeling every time and have had to calm...

Navigating diverging diamond interchanges in your RV

RV Travel -
By Gail Marsh Driving your RV down the road demands your full attention. This is especially true when you come upon an unfamiliar road configuration...

What month were you born?

RV Travel -
Our huge RVtravel.com staff was sitting around our giant world headquarters break room, guzzling coffee, gabbing about various things, when the subject arose about...

A letter about my mother, Ruthie, on Mother’s Day

Chuck Woodbury -
I lost my mother almost 18 years ago, on July 5, 2008. It seems like yesterday. I think of her nearly every day. I...

Are you in your RV right now?

RV Travel -
Where are you reading this? Are you kicking back in your RV right this very second as you read this? We know that many of...

The top 10 things I’ve learned while RVing

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By Gail Marsh One of my favorite books is Robert Fulghum’s “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” I was given this...

Do you feel ‘old’?

RV Travel -
Age is but a number, or a mindset... But do you feel "old"? Nanci's wonderful essay got us thinking about age and old age. What...

How do I tell my partner that RVing isn’t for me?

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By Gail Marsh Jodi came to the campfire alone. Her husband was watching baseball back in their RV, but Jodi needed to vent. She also...

Generally, would you rather camp by the ocean or in the mountains?

RV Travel -
Say, miraculously, that two beautiful campsites came available at once (we can dream, right?) and you could make a reservation at one. Would you...

These items might be illegal when crossing state lines

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By Cheri Sicard Hitting the open road in an RV is an awesome way to see the country, but with each state having its own...

Would you rather have full hookups or a spectacular view?

RV Travel -
You pull into your campsite after a long day on the road. Maybe you’re a little tired, maybe a little hungry… and then you...

21 unusual but brilliant uses for Dawn dish soap in your RV

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By Gail Marsh I’ve used it for years. Maybe you have, too. Dawn dish soap (the original blue formula) does a great job cleaning dishes,...

Creative and innovative gypsy wagon DIY RV build tour

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By Cheri Sicard Meet Stefanie Fisher. After finding herself with a lot of time on her hands during the COVID lockdown, she decided to learn...

How much time will you spend RVing this month (in May)?

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May has a way of sneaking up and suddenly—just like that—RV season is on. Woohoo! The weather’s warming up, campgrounds are filling, and those...

What do you look for FIRST when choosing an RV park?

Gail Marsh -
Every RVer seems to shop for a campground a little differently. Some people go straight to the nightly rate. Some want the best hookups...

Health: Allergy season is underway. Don’t wait for symptoms

RV Travel -
Spring allergy season is arriving earlier in many parts of the country, catching plenty of travelers off guard. Experts say the best defense is...

Reader says you’ve been shopping for gas all wrong, shares money-saving tip

RV Travel -
Earlier this week, reader Karen M. sent us this letter. Right now, we (and we know you, too) are doing everything we can to...

Smart tips for RVers who drink wine

Gail Marsh -
If you enjoy winding down at your campsite with a glass of wine, you’re not alone. Many RVers love bringing along a few favorite...

Would you trust AI to help diagnose or fix an RV problem before calling a professional?

RV Travel -
A couple of weeks ago, when we wrote about Amazon rolling out its new AI feature, Amazon Health AI, the majority of you told...

20 rare vintage RVs most people have never seen

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By Cheri Sicard Homes on wheels feel modern, but the idea started more than a century ago. Long before interstates and packed campgrounds, early travelers...

Have you ever stayed overnight in a Cabela’s parking lot with your RV?

RV Travel -
Every Cabela’s store has a different policy about overnight parking, but many of them allow or even encourage it. Have you stayed overnight with...

A hydroplaning safety guide for RVers

RV Travel -
By Gail Marsh When the skies open up and the roads turn slick, hydroplaning can become a serious threat. This may be one of my...

What would you prefer: a great steak or great piece of seafood?

RV Travel -
Okay, say you’re at a BBQ and your friend offers you two things: a nice, juicy steak or a great piece of seafood. Which...

When washing your hands, do you wet your hands first or apply soap first?

RV Travel -
Think about the last time you washed your hands. Chances are, you didn’t give the order of operations a second thought—you just did what...

Clearing up confusion over diesel fuel types

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By Cheri Sicard Switching to a diesel truck or RV can bring up a lot of questions about fuel. What's the difference between all those...

In what season(s) of the year do you most often RV?

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In what season(s) of the year do you most often RV? Do you go camping mostly in the beautiful, warm summer months? Or do...

A poem about RVing for National Poetry Month

Gail Marsh -
April is National Poetry Month, a month-long celebration that was launched by the Academy of American Poets in 1996. Since then, it has grown...

Would you say you are addicted to your cell phone?

RV Travel -
Cell phones aren’t just handy anymore—they’re constant companions. And for a lot of people, that connection is starting to feel a little… sticky. Recent studies...

Can RVers buy in bulk? While in an RV? Really?

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By Gail Marsh We know that buying in bulk can save money. With the ongoing inflation, saving money is on almost everyone’s mind. But how...

How to make yummy campfire Dutch oven nachos

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By Cheri Sicard Join Amanda Outside in the video at the bottom of this post as she uses a cast iron Dutch oven and a...

What do YOU do when a fellow RVer breaks campground rules?

Gail Marsh -
RV camping works best when everybody acts like a good neighbor. Sadly, that doesn’t always happen. Common troublemakers include barking dogs, loud music, talking loudly...

Yes, RVing really does make your brain stronger

Gail Marsh -
Say what?! It’s true. Exploring new places and trying new things can improve your mental well-being, strengthen your brain, and help you feel more...

The last 1914 Ford Model T Caravan—Is it the oldest surviving motorhome?

RV Travel -
By Nanci Dixon Check out this 1914 Ford Model T Caravan! It may just be the oldest surviving motorhome in the world! While the Pierce-Arrow...

Would you avoid a park if cell service is poor or nonexistent?

RV Travel -
There was a time when heading to a campground with no cell service sounded like a dream. No calls, no emails, no alerts buzzing...

If there were a permanent moon base, would you spend a week there if invited?

RV Travel -
Some people dream of going up in space or landing on the moon; others wouldn’t accept a trip even if it were free! What...

Charlie Sheen’s old tour bus could be your new RV for ‘cheap’

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
A used Prevost bus conversion that once cost around $500,000 just went begging at auction. The 1998 Marathon-built coach, originally owned by Charlie Sheen...

Don’t throw out your Pringles can! Use it these 11 ways in your RV

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By Gail Marsh They are a favorite for campers: Pringles® crisps. You know what they look like and how they taste, but did you ever...

Which do you most often prefer: a well-lighted campground or a dark one?

RV Travel -
Picture your perfect campground: You have a nice, quiet, shaded spot away from others under beautiful trees, a nice space for your dog, Fido,...

RVers aren’t immune to ‘rookie’ national park mistakes

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
It’s easy to assume experience counts for everything. Many of us have rolled into dozens of parks over the years, know the drill, and...

Detailed tips on how to plan for an RV trip when you’re not a planner

RV Travel -
By Nanci Dixon We often get suggestions, comments and requests from our readers. We received this email from one of those readers, Walter B., asking...

Have you ever taken a scenic helicopter ride?

RV Travel -
Scenic helicopter rides have become popular with travelers. Maybe you've taken one above the Grand Canyon, or over Maui or Alaska's glaciers. Or maybe...

The best quick and easy ‘life hacks’ for RVers

RV Travel -
By Gail Marsh Why didn't I think of that?! You’ve probably heard about “life hacks.” Life hacks are simple tips for accomplishing common tasks in...

Have you ever ridden on a motorcycle?

RV Travel -
We share the road with motorcyclists every day. Maybe you look at them and think about all the incredible adventures you had during your...

CPAP placement tips for RVers

RV Travel -
By Gail Marsh At a recent RV show, I happened to overhear a wannabe RVer. As her husband began to check out the kitchen storage,...

Have you taken an ancestry DNA test like 23andMe or AncestryDNA?

RV Travel -
Think about your family history for a moment. The stories you’ve heard, the ones you haven’t, and the little mysteries that may still be...

How to avoid, reduce, or eliminate RV driving pain

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By Cheri Sicard RV driving pain—no, not the pain you feel at the pumps, but rather actual physical pain caused by prolonged driving your RV—is...

Three free RV apps for easy navigation, big rigs, free camping, more

Gail Marsh -
Say it three times fast: three free RV apps, three free RV apps, three free RV apps! Even if you can’t say it three...
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