Today’s post isn’t our typical article, but more of an opinion piece. We know that not everyone will agree with us. But we can’t possibly be the only RVers who ask, “Why are RV interiors so ugly?!” Granted, not every RV manufacturer is stuck in the dark ages of drab interiors, and things have been …
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In the RV world, sleek, modern designs tend to dominate the market. But there’s a subculture of RV enthusiasts who are drawn to the timeless appeal of the past. Their vibe is a retro RV that combines the age-old charm of designs from yesteryear with the modern conveniences and technologies of today. Retro RVs have …
Oh, Canada! Land of breathtaking landscapes from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Lakes and Atlantic to Pacific to Arctic Oceans. It’s little wonder that some of North America’s most popular rigs come from Canadian RV manufacturers. Canadian manufacturers have been designing and building very high-quality rigs for decades. From four season truck campers to …
Elkhart, IN is often referred to as the “RV Capital of the World” and indeed it is that… and so much more. Elkhart, Indiana is a charming Midwestern city in northern Indiana with a rich cultural heritage and a wide range of activities to offer to its visitors. Elkhart is nestled in the heart of …
In the early 1970’s, General Motors released into the wild one of the most iconic RVs in history. From there, the GMC motorhome would change the trajectory of the motorhomes of the future. The distinctive capsule that brought the front-wheel-drive home-on-wheels to market not only retains a place in history for GM’s motorhome innovations, but …
When someone asks, “What does RV stand for?”, most people would probably reply with the semantic definition by noting that “RV” is technically an abbreviation that stands for “recreational vehicle”. But the term “RV” has become a word of its own… “RV” can be a noun, as in “We love our RV!” Some people use …
Is there any such thing as a 4 season RV? We’re writing this as September winds down and the temperatures are dropping steadily in many places. Some people are looking back at our post on RV winterizing tips and getting ready for the inevitable task. But is there a 4 season motorhome (or other class …
It’s summer and we’re all feeling the heat – at the fuel pumps! We’ve previously written about how gas prices are affecting RVers’ travel plans. These things tend to be temporary but still very much a bummer, especially if you were planning an RV trip. So, today we’re tossing out some RV staycation ideas to …
Almost anyone who has ever had the displeasure of driving an RV in high winds will tell you that it can be a very stressful white-knuckle experience. No one likes driving an RV in high winds, but the situation is likely to present itself sooner or later. For this reason, we’re here to share some …
We’ve sometimes seen 5th wheels referred to as “travel trailers.” But while both are towables, they’re actually not the same type of RV. In fact, there are some pretty significant differences between the two, so we thought we’d take a closer look at travel trailers vs 5th wheels, and point out what sets them apart …
As we head toward the dog days of summer, we’ve gotta talk about staying cool in hot weather. We recently published a post with 11 tips on how to keep an RV cool in summer. We’ve also got a post on 6 tips to try if your RV AC is not cooling. But today’s post …
There are lots of small to intermediate-sized, lightweight campers on the market these days. Many of these campers are light enough to allow RVers to pull a little home-on-wheels behind smaller tow vehicles, like an SUV. They stack up tall with lots of amenities and are priced to allow many more people the opportunity to …
The popularity of RVs has grown exponentially in recent years. Likewise, tiny houses are gaining more attention and popularity as every year passes. This means that those of us who enjoy or aspire to “tiny living” have options, which is great. In today’s post, we’re taking a look at tiny living, comparing and contrasting the …
Someone recently asked us if camping in a luxury motorhome is what the term “glamping” means. Well, it might and it might not. It depends. Sometimes yes and sometimes no. So what exactly is glamping? The term was coined as a mash-up of the words “glamorous” and “camping.” So sure, while camping in a 43-foot …