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Lake Havasu City and the (real) London Bridge, Arizona’s second largest tourist attraction

Chuck Woodbury -
Lake Havasu City, Ariz., is home to one of the most unusual tourist attractions in America — the London Bridge. Yes, the real London...

The beautiful Grand Canyon National Park: A guide for RVers

Dale Wade -
This segment of Nature's Highways needs to address the elephant in the room… the Grand Canyon. In 2022, Grand Canyon National Park came in...

Berlin, Nevada: Ghost town with ancient marine creatures

Dave Helgeson -
Berlin, Nevada, is the featured ghostly place of this month’s edition of Ghost Town Trails. Like last month’s entry of Rhyolite, NV, it is...

Weed, California: It’s not what you think!

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By Cheri Sicard Those traveling north on Interstate 5 in Siskiyou County inevitably pass through the small town of Weed, California. I daresay, a large...

Columbus, Indiana—Not your typical Midwest town

Gail Marsh -
Surprised and thrilled. That’s how my husband and I felt upon discovering this Midwest gem. Columbus, Indiana, is not your typical Midwest town! Unexpected architecture Columbus,...

Rhyolite, Nevada—An easy ghost town for RVers to visit

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By Dave Helgeson Rhyolite, Nevada, is this month’s featured Ghost Town Trails stop. I chose Rhyolite as it is an easy stop just off Hwy...

Visit two highways that sing to you as you drive

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By Gail Marsh Call me a skeptic, but really? Highways that sing? Yes, it’s true! The original concept came back in 1995 when two Danish...

It’s a bird. It’s a plane. No, it’s a flying Airstream (well, sort of)

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What the heck is this, you may ask? It's sculptor Joe Scarpa's playful interpretation of a future Airstream trailer. It's located just west...

Dine with ghosts at this haunted restaurant

Chuck Woodbury -
On any given weekend in the busy season, you'll find Jerome, Arizona's, Haunted Hamburger packed with tourists. They come to eat a Ghostly Burger,...

Lesser-known leaf-peeping spots you don’t want to miss on your travels

Gail Marsh -
The Northeastern part of the U.S. is not the only place to enjoy fall colors! Yes, Maine, New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, and all the...

Midwest presidential libraries to visit

Gail Marsh -
Yes, I’m that person. I like to stop at historical markers along the highway. I read the descriptive blurbs beside museum displays and artifacts....

Traveling New Mexico’s U.S. Highway 64: Brazos Summit

Dale Wade -
We are driving the Brazos Summit via US-64. Our trip began in Taos, making a few stops of interest: Taos Pueblo, Rio Grande Gorge,...

5 charming Midwest Mississippi River towns you should definitely visit

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By Gail Marsh When it comes to picturesque landscapes, historic charm, and a slice of quintessential Americana, the Midwest offers an abundance of hidden gems....

Missouri State Park has a treat for Mark Twain fans

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The handwritten manuscript of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain has returned home to its official display at the Mark Twain Birthplace...

Say cheers, eat brats, and have fun at these Midwest Oktoberfests

Gail Marsh -
Looking for one last RV trip before winterizing your rig? Take a look at these Midwest Oktoberfests and plan your trip before it’s too...

RVing the U.S. Civil Rights Trail: Top destinations

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By Nanci Dixon Expand a National Parks bucket list by traveling the United States Civil Rights Trail. The last few years have presented us with...

A quick, delicious stop at Peppermint Twist, voted Minnesota’s best drive-in

Nanci Dixon -
The Peppermint Twist Drive-In in Delano, Minnesota, was voted "Minnesota's Best Drive-In". As camp hosts in Minnesota, we have passed this rather kitschy roadside...

Florida’s tiny Cedar Key will rise again after Hurricane Idalia’s destruction

Jan Steele -
One of my favorite spots in Florida, the tiny town of Cedar Key, is digging its way out after being hit hard by Hurricane...

Traveling New Mexico’s U.S. Highway 64: Stops, sights, eats, and more

Dale Wade -
We have visited New Mexico annually for the past 40 years. During that time we have seen many changes in the towns and cities...

See if you can match the Midwest state to its nickname

Gail Marsh -
Did you have a nickname growing up? I didn’t, but I always wanted one. Nicknames often mirror some characteristic about the nicknamed person. Someone...

Lonely on your solo journeys? Consider joining the Wandering Individuals Network

Jan Steele -
When I first hit the road eight years ago, I admit I didn't have a plan beyond the first six months. I was focused...

Don’t miss these unique Midwest Labor Day celebrations

Gail Marsh -
If you’re looking to end the summer camping season with something special and perhaps close to home, check out these Midwest Labor Day celebrations. Ohio Columbus...

These incredible castles are right here in the U.S.—no passport required!

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By Gail Marsh Forget your passport and expensive airline ticket. If you want to tour a real castle you can stay much closer to home!...

The last few Midwest summer festivals and events worth attending

Gail Marsh -
Soon, school will begin again and summer will come to an end. While you still have the chance, why not check out these Midwest...

Big surprises in a small Midwest town

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By Gail Marsh A recent work camping job took us to western Nebraska for a few weeks. The small town of Imperial, Nebraska, proudly stands...

Roadside stop near Death Valley is an unexpected delight. (This story is delightful, too)

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By Rod Andrew Probably most readers of RVtravel.com have visited the amazing landmarks, natural and man-made, that are part of the RV experience. Standing on...

Comet, Montana – This former off-limits mining town surrendered $20 million in riches

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By Dave Helgeson Comet, Montana, is this month’s featured ghosted place in Ghost Town Trails. Comet had been on my radar for years, ever since the...

The wonderful 3,205-mile U.S. highway with a great big name

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By Gail Marsh Route 66 holds a special place in the hearts of folks who love to travel. If Route 66 is "The Mother Road,"...

Use AI to plan an RV trip? Maybe, but…

Nanci Dixon -
I just read an article from National Geographic about using AI (artificial intelligence) to plan a trip. AI basically draws on the information already...

An in-depth look at traveling by RV at Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Dale Wade -
An Introduction I love all things nature. I enjoy visiting the National Parks, 23 so far. However, the great American highway offers many unique sites...

Finding a hidden artistic marvel in California’s deep desert

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By Rod Andrew There is a spectacular snake hiding in the hills near Borrego Springs, California. No, it’s not a rattler. I guess it could...

California Gold Country wines and wine tasting with Harvest Hosts

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By Cheri Sicard I have done a lot of California wine tasting through the years. Napa, Sonoma, Santa Barbara, Temecula, Paso Robles, and more. But...

Have a bat time at Devils Tower National Monument

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On Saturday, July 22nd, the National Park Service and Devils Tower Natural History Association will host the Annual Bat Festival in the picnic area...

Raising the bar: Historic drinking establishments you’ll want to say ‘Cheers’ to

Chris Epting -
You've been running all over the city (or the country), visiting museums, landmarks, tourist traps, souvenir stands, zoos, aquariums. After all, you're on a...

2024 Rand McNally Motor Carriers’ Road Atlas now available

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Rand McNally has released the new 2024 edition of its best-selling Motor Carriers' Road Atlas for professional truck drivers. It's also a best-seller among...

Readers say these are the worst types of roads to drive in America. We offer tips

Nanci Dixon -
Awhile ago we asked our readers "What kind of roads do you dread driving down the most?" Of those who voted in our poll,...

Short stop at Golden Spike Tower and Bailey Yard, the biggest rail yard in the world!

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By Nanci Dixon This week's short stop on our trip back north was at Golden Spike Tower and Bailey Yard, the biggest rail yard in...

Ice cream? Get your licks on Route 66

Russ and Tiña De Maris -
Route 66, “The Mother Road,” makes a climb out of California and into Arizona. If you make the pull heading for Flagstaff, there’s a...

Riding (or walking) the incredible cross-country, 3,700-mile Great American Rail-Trail

Gail Marsh -
You’ve undoubtedly heard of the Appalachian Trail and perhaps the Pacific Crest Trail. You may have even hiked the Colorado Trail or the Teton...

Canyons of the Ancients and Hovenweep national monuments: Historic short stops worth a visit

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By Nanci Dixon Today's amazing travel stops were at Canyons of the Ancients and Hovenweep national monuments in Southwestern Colorado. While it was a lot...

Not-to-miss small-town Midwest (and more) 4th of July celebrations

Gail Marsh -
Small town, America. You’ve gotta love their celebrations! Midwest small towns proudly show the world their patriotic spirit. If you haven’t already, put one...

The one thing you absolutely MUST pack when RVing

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By Gail Marsh A credit card’s famous tagline used to be, “Don’t leave home without it.” These same words might well be used when it...

Incredible campground, sightseeing and history in Monument Valley

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By Nanci Dixon As we meander our way up north, we had an amazing short stop at Monument Valley in the Navajo Nation, Utah. I...

Does your slang change as you RV around the U.S.?

Lucinda Belden -
I remember when we had a foreign exchange student come and spend about six months with our family. It was several months into his...

Everyone wants to be somewhere else

Gail Marsh -
The heavy Memorial Day weekend traffic was cringe-worthy. As we slowly rolled to a standstill, our youngest grandchild called out from the back seat,...

10 best things to do in Big Bend National Park

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By Cheri Sicard Join Magellan and Greyhound in the video below as they count down the 10 things you must do when visiting West Texas’...

Top 10 things to know about visiting Yellowstone National Park this summer

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If you plan to travel to Yellowstone National Park this summer, plan ahead to protect yourself and this wild and awe-inspiring place. Within the...

RV Short Stop: Long-dead blue whale still produces oil

Chuck Woodbury -
By Chuck Woodbury I love traveling, and I love traveling with my RV the most. But regardless of how I travel, what I love the...

How a pig nearly changed U.S. history

Chuck Woodbury -
One of America's most unusual wars involved only one casualty – a pig – and yet it could have changed the course of history....

Explore real-life places from famous fictional movie and TV locations with your RV

Lucinda Belden -
What places do you have on your bucket list to see in your RV travels? One of the things we enjoy most is seeing...
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