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Today’s thought
“Open a book this minute and start reading. Don’t move until you’ve reached page fifty. Until you’ve buried your thoughts in print. Cover yourself with words. Wash yourself away. Dissolve.” ―
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Pizza Day! Craving pizza now? Here are some of our favorite pizza and pizza-themed recipes.
On this day in history: 1942 – Year-round Daylight Saving Time (aka War Time) is reinstated in the United States as a wartime measure to help conserve energy resources.
Tip of the day
Some of our most popular tips for RVers… ever!
These articles and videos have appeared in our RV Daily Tips newsletter. These are some of our most popular over the past few years. And yep, we’ll admit it, they’re good tips. Really good tips! Click here to read.
Oh, and don’t miss: Our top 10, most-read tips for RVers in 2025.
More tips from this weekend:
- 10 essential tips for RVing with health issues
- Avoid these five common RV winter blunders, or else…
- How to get rid of and prevent black streaks on an RV
- Danger: Over-greasing your wheel bearings can cause serious safety hazards
RV review
A compact classic packed with surprises: The Airstream World Traveler
By Gail Marsh
If you’re dreaming of hitting the road in something iconic but still manageable, the 2026 Airstream World Traveler™ might be right up your alley. I recently toured this travel trailer at the Florida RV SuperShow. While not a rabid Airstream fan, this one impressed me. It pairs Airstream’s timeless aluminum body with a layout that I think is perfect for couples or solo travelers. Check it out and see what makes it special.
In the RV shop with Dustin
Shortcuts RV manufacturers take in RV cabinet hardware and installation
The RV industry continues to take shortcuts that can cause owners to become frustrated. I see RVers complaining often in our Facebook groups, especially when it comes to RV cabinetry and cabinet hardware problems. Have you ever had a rear-mounted drawer socket that came loose or even broke? It’s not uncommon. Continue reading.
The brand-new national parks guide RVers have been waiting for
This just-released, National Geographic Ultimate Guide to the National Parks is a dream book—packed with expert tips, scenic drives, campgrounds, hidden gems, and brand-new National Geographic photography that makes you want to load up and go. From route planning and best seasons to wildlife spotting and off-the-beaten-path adventures, it’s a fresh, inspiring, and practical roadmap for exploring America’s national parks. Learn more or order.
Article and video
Following Lewis and Clark’s route in an RV
Here, Slim Potatohead sets out to retrace the Lewis and Clark route across America to the Pacific, but without a boat, his Jeep and camper would have to do. Rubber on pavement replaced paddles, and highways stood in for river bends. The video at the end of this post documents that journey.
The latest news for RVers
- Love’s plans 23 new RV stops in 2026
- The $299 Starlink Mini deal is back—and RVers may want to look again
- Starlink’s AI data policy raises questions RVers should be asking
- Will new truck parking make rest areas usable again for RVers?
- New column! Beyond the headlines with Tony Barthel—RV news analysis for February 1–7
To read more recent news, click here.
BUMPER SNICKER: “Living proof you can’t outrun laundry.”
Featured article
Train buffs’ bucket list trip: Visiting Golden Spike Tower
RVing railroad buffs are going to want to route their travels through North Platte, Nebraska, for a chance to experience what has to be one of the best train buffs’ bucket list attractions ever. The Golden Spike Tower overlooks the largest rail transfer yard in the world. Even better, this attraction is part of Harvest Hosts, so if you are a member of this terrific program, you can spend the night. Check this out.
Ask Dave
What is “burping” an RV? Do I need to do this?
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Reader poll
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Quick tip
Let your RV save the day during an emergency
In case of an emergency, keep your RV cupboards stocked with non-perishable food, and be sure your propane and gas tanks are full and that your generator is in good working order. Keep fresh water in your tank. A portable hand-crank (for power) emergency radio is important, as well. If you need to escape quickly or take refuge because your home loses power or is damaged, you’ll be far more comfortable in your RV than at an emergency shelter.
Website of the day
Our favorite place to visit in every Northern California county
Everyone knows it’s hard to believe that Northern California and Southern California are part of the same state, they’re so different! Get yourself up to Northern Cali and explore some of these beautiful and interesting areas. *Note: This article was posted in 2023, so check to make sure the destinations are still open before going.
New! Monday Motivation
“You are one decision away from a completely different life. Not a someday decision—a today decision. The smallest action matters more than the biggest intention. You don’t need a full plan. You don’t need permission. You don’t need to feel confident. You just need to move. Momentum is created by action, not thinking. Stop negotiating with your fear and start acting in spite of it.” —Mel Robbins
? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
You’ve cooked for another person, right? Well, we bet you wanted to have this while doing so! It made us laugh out loud. Oh, we can relate!
Trivia
Kocs is a town in northwest Hungary where craftsmen once built the best wagons of their time. From the name of their community came our word “coach.”
For Lovers Only
TO: Dave
FROM: Pat
“I love you so much, you are the best thing that ever happened to me! Here is to many, many more Valentines. Love you!”
TO: ?
FROM: Dennis
“To the love of my life,
Love comforts, never alarms
Always heals, never harms
Always grows, never diminishes
Love always begins, never finishes
My love is true, and never ends”
Readers’ pet of the day
“Riley (Border Collie, age 4) is a sheepdog in training, and he loves to travel in the RV to sheepdog field trials when his older sisters, Jill and Bonnie, are competing. One of these days, he’ll compete, too. In the meantime, he’s a good buddy, always by my side.” —Sharon Northrup
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• RVing with Dogs group on Facebook. You’ll love it.
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Riley is a handsome border collie. I would love to see him or his sisters compete in field trials. I didn’t know that was a thing. I enjoy watching the dog agility trials on YouTube. I’ll have to look for sheepdog field trial videos.
Riley is a beautiful dog!! And- don’t buy a crank radio! They soon die very fast. Just get a battery one and keep fresh batts. in it!
So when was “war time” first used??
Hi, iphlye. According to Wikipedia: “DST was first implemented in the US with the Standard Time Act of 1918, a wartime measure for seven months during World War I in the interest of adding more daylight hours to conserve energy resources. Year-round DST, or “War Time”, was implemented again during World War II. Have a great day. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
I wish they would just stay with DST. It would still conserve energy resources.
Most energy is used during the late afternoon and evening hours compared to early morning.
Some people use the excuse that it’s too dark during the winter mornings for children going to school. Very few if any walk to school and buses stop at almost every corner now,
Plus a lot of the school districts have changed their hours. Later in the morning and longer in the afternoon.
BTW, it won’t take long for farm animals to get used to the change. Another excuse being used.
I agree. The only time I like it is when we get to stay in bed an extra hour with a clear conscience. It took awhile for my dogs to adjust to the new (feeding) schedule, but they did fine. And two states are doing fine without DST.🤔 Have a good evening/night, Bob. 😀 –Diane
Love motivation Monday!!
Here is looking for Tuesday’s inspiration.
Leave here with a laugh – I can relate!
Riley is such a cutie, you can always bring him and his sisters to herd the campers that need herding along. Keep on camping
To add to your use of the RV in emergencies (hurricanes, etc), consider adding an Amateur Radio License to your personal bag of tricks. Radios are inexpensive and licensing is easy.
Roy Rogers and Dale Evans Adventures was the title of my first book, and 70 years later I’m still an avid reader. Whether on trips or camping, I always have a book with me, though these days I prefer audiobooks. I enjoy listening while walking or sitting outside by a fire. We had a border collie for many years, and she passed about a decade ago—such wonderful dogs.