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Readers share their “on the road again” stories

Nanci Dixon -
“On the Road Again”! It is one of my most favorite songs! Every spring as we finally pack everything up and start heading north...

Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on Texas Coastal Bend

Julianne G. Crane -
The Aransas National Wildlife Refuge is a must-see RV Short Stop for those meandering along the Texas coastal bend. Aransas National Wildlife Refuge The Aransas National...

Are you “on the road again”? Share your story with us

Nanci Dixon -
“On the Road Again”! It is one of my most favorite songs! Every spring as we finally pack everything up and start heading north...

Just what does a road grade sign mean?

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Get out of the flat country and hit the hills, sooner or later you'll find a sign warning of a "steep grade," often associated...

Springtime RVing in the Los Padres National Forest: The hills are alive!

Cheri Sicard -
When it comes to the topic of RVing in the Los Padres National Forest, springtime is undoubtedly the best time of year to do...

Staying here may make RV camping seem downright boring

RV Travel -
It's pretty darn difficult to top an RV for getting out in nature, enjoying the great outdoors in comfort alone or with your sweetheart...

Where is weed illegal? 19 states cannabis-loving RVers should avoid

Cheri Sicard -
(from April 2022) If you love cannabis, or if you medically need cannabis, and you also love RVing, there is a lot to celebrate...

RV Short Stops: Whooping cranes, The Big Tree in Texas

Julianne G. Crane -
With a little luck and good timing, it is possible to spot endangered whooping cranes and admire one of the biggest Coastal Live Oak...

I climbed inside the belly of a dinosaur and came out its mouth!

Emily Woodbury -
This is not, I repeat NOT, an April Fools' joke. I really did climb straight inside a dinosaur's belly. And not just any dinosaur...

National Parks aren’t as crowded as they appear online. This will give you hope

Emily Woodbury -
A couple of weeks ago I told you I was worried about visiting two of the most popular National Parks, Zion and the Grand...

Kentucky trail commemorates once-segregated state park

RV Travel -
A recently opened two-mile trail that connects Kentucky's Cherokee State Park and Kenlake State Resort Park is much more than simply a new place...

Hearst Castle to reopen after two-year closure

Chuck Woodbury -
California's Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument (Hearst Castle) will reopen to the public on May 11, after being closed for two years following...

Ghost Town Trails – Bonnie Claire, Nevada

Dave Helgeson -
Bonnie Claire, Nevada, is the featured ghost town in this month’s installment of Ghost Town Trails. The last two installments, Ballarat and Tumco, CA, were...

I’m worried about visiting two of the most popular National Parks

Emily Woodbury -
Next week I'm braving the spring break crowds and heading south to meet some friends (alas, without an RV on this last-minute, whirlwind trip)....

Finding little pieces of true, old-school Americana soul

Gail Marsh -
It was like jumping into a time machine set for the 1950s. While winter traveling in our RV, my husband and I learned that...

RV Short Stops: Women at Valley Forge

Julianne G. Crane -
Alongside Gen. George Washington's brave fighting men at Valley Forge, at least 400 women, 700 Blacks and many Indigenous Peoples served. Women's History Month...

“Batman” to “Back to the Future”: Celebrity car stars galore at LA museum

James Raia -
Automobiles have long had starring roles in movies and television programs. The Petersen Automotive Museum, among the country's most well-known vehicle shrines, is now...

No, no, not Putin… poutine! And the most drool-worthy places to find it

Karel Carnohan DVM -
As most of our Canadian readers know, there is one culinary masterpiece that is distinctly Canadian—poutine. There has been a bit of confusion about...

Make the most of your travels: Do these things to research an area before you go

Gail Marsh -
At age 87, Michelangelo said: “I am still learning.” Think about that! Amazing, isn’t it? I believe a very similar attitude beats inside the...

Traffic stops in Mexico: What to expect if stopped by the police

Cheri Sicard -
Seeing the flashing lights of a police car in your rearview mirror is always stress-inducing. But traffic stops in Mexico, where you don’t know...

RV Short Stops: Outdoor markets in Yuma

Julianne G. Crane -
The first shopping spree on any stopover in Yuma always includes the two big outdoor markets—Arizona Market Place and Yuma Swap Meet. Arizona Market Place This...

Ghost Town Trails: Tumco, California

Dave Helgeson -
Welcome to the second installment of Ghost Town Trails as we visit Tumco, California. Tumco is an easy visit for snowbirds spending the winter in...

Help “reimagine” California’s oldest, and now devastated, state park

RV Travel -
California State Parks is urging the public to get involved and to learn more about the “Reimagining Big Basin” project, a project that will...

Everything to know about crossing the border between San Diego and Tijuana in an RV

Cheri Sicard -
The thought of driving from the U.S. into Mexico inspires fear and anxiety in many would-be travelers. In fact, it’s enough to make a...

Finding the magic in unknown places, the reason we travel

Emily Woodbury -
By Emily Woodbury There's a special kind of magic that seems to rest in the air in the high California desert. I've felt a similar...

Roadside stop: Marilyn Monroe was once California’s “Artichoke Queen”

Chris Epting -
It was in the 1953 film, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, that Marilyn Monroe dazzled moviegoers with her version of the song, “Diamonds are a Girl’s...

A beloved Texas roadside stop with the “best bathrooms in the nation”

Emily Woodbury -
When you're on a road trip and your gas tank is nearing empty, your bladder is nearing full, and your stomach is grumbling, where's...

Is your medical marijuana card valid when RVing in other states?

Cheri Sicard -
“Can I use my medical marijuana card in other states?” is probably the most common cannabis travel question I get from students of my...

RV Short Stops: Yume Japanese Gardens in Tucson

Julianne G. Crane -
The Yume Japanese Gardens intrigue visitors because they are so different from Western gardens in design, elements and purpose. RV snowbirds frequently head for...

Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway: Must-see out-of-this-world attractions and pit stops

Cheri Sicard -
For my money, this kitschy road trip's best attraction was the ability to spend the night in my RV on Nevada’s Extraterrestial Highway, which...

Ghost Town Trails: Ballarat, California

Dave Helgeson -
One of the many activities my wife and I like to partake in while RVing is exploring ghost towns, abandoned mining camps and other...

RVer attractions: Low advertising budget equals low cost to visit

RV Travel -
By Bob Difley Many RVers focus on the destination and forget the trip. Think of all the great attractions you pass when you have the...

In memory of Martin Luther King Jr.—A historic site tells an important story

Chris Epting -
I love museums that feature “on-site” history. That is to say, something happened there, and that’s why it’s a museum. I think that’s why...

Unusual souvenirs across the U.S. prompt one question: Why?!

Gail Marsh -
It’s the last day of your trip and you realize you still haven’t purchased a souvenir. Hubby and I usually opt for a T-shirt,...

Data reveals America’s most dangerous National Parks

RV Travel -
Most of us consider National Parks to be safe places. Oh, there's the occasional report of someone falling into a thermal area in Yellowstone,...

RV Short Stops: Notorious Yuma Territorial Prison

Julianne G. Crane -
By Julianne G. Crane The notorious Yuma Territorial Prison is a popular RV Short Stop for thousands of snowbirds each winter. This fascinating historic tourist attraction is...

Theodore Roosevelt’s Palm Tree: A growing piece of history

Chris Epting -
I love historic trees. Something about the silent status they bring to history: their presence and, in many cases, actual historic purpose. Recently, while driving...

Traveling a long distance in your RV for Christmas or another time soon? You need these tips!

Gail Marsh -
Long gone are the days when our entire family lived within 30 miles of one another. Back then it was easy to travel to...

Planning on boarding your pet during the holidays? You may want to think again…

Karel Carnohan DVM -
The holiday season is a time for family, friends and joyful reunions. Many folks are making plans to travel to make merry with them. While...

One of the U.S.’s most dangerous roads will have you bracing for impact!

Nanci Dixon -
Needles Highway is one of the most beautiful and dangerous roads in the U.S. I drove our small, subcompact car gently through the Eye...

Part one: Visit these real-life places from your favorite holiday movies

Chris Epting -
As we enter the holiday season, I thought it might be fun to visit some locations where you can actually experience authentic cinematic landmarks...

The Best RV Trip Planner Apps and Tools

Nanci Dixon -
Best RV Trip Planners: Recommended Apps and Tools RV trip planners can save money, save time and take the stress out of RV trip planning....

Many cities celebrating season with free holiday lights

Julianne G. Crane -
Many communities across America celebrate the season with free family-friendly outdoor holiday lights events. "Lights of the Ozarks" – Fayetteville, Ark. Winter treats, hot cocoa, and...

A Scream-ing lesson in Norway: Don’t be afraid to explore; you never know what you’ll find

Chris Epting -
What do you hunt for when you travel? Experiences, people, souvenirs? I hunt for places. Today, we leave our traditional RV terrain for a slightly...

Historic places to stop and give thanks

Chris Epting -
Spend Turkey Day where the Pilgrims did and mix historic sites, parades, and festivals with your cranberry sauce and stuffing! Thanksgiving is a time for...

How to get your motorcycle delivered to where you are going

Gail Marsh -
I could probably write the book, “Motorcycle Transporting for Dummies.” Maybe someday I will. Here’s how it all began: Hubby really wanted his motorcycle...

Journaling on the road: Why writing a few sentences every day is so important

Chris Epting -
I know you probably take a lot of pictures when you ride the trip. But do you write at all? I’m sure you’re sending...

Climate change is affecting RVing: Fires, floods and our future

Sandi Sturm -
NOTE: Comments have been turned off. Every year it seems like our choices are increasingly limited as to where to find monthly stays. Scores of...

Visit where a screen idol died, and other historic places along the road

Chris Epting -
From time to time I like to pull out some old photos of places you might just pass by while on the road. Small...

They’re the “The Greatest Rock and Roll band in the World” and you can follow in their footsteps

Chris Epting -
By Chris Epting They first came to America in 1964, quickly becoming "accidental tourists" as they barreled around the country in station wagons, vans and...
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