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Have you ever tried making campground reservations at popular national parks, state parks, or other campgrounds? Some require planning a year or more in advance! Planning anything that far ahead is tough at best. That’s where a campsite availability checker can be a game changer. Would you like to RV camp at some of the most amazing …
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No matter the time of year, Sedona, Arizona is a very popular destination for travelers. Sedona RV parks often require reservations well in advance, especially at certain times of the year. But, there is so much to do and see in Sedona that it makes the trip well worth the planning. In this post, we’ll …
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Love to travel off the beaten path? We’ve got the rigs for you! Today we’re taking a look at the off-road RV… for travelers who want to venture off the pavement in style, with all the comforts of home in their living space. From full-size off-road motorhomes to off-road travel trailers, truck campers, and even …
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Traveling by RV offers so many amazing experiences. Among them is the chance to experience some absolutely incredible natural wonders. In today’s post, we’re talking about Northern Lights camping! We’ll tell you about four amazing places where you can go to experience camping under the brilliant skies of the Aurora Borealis. What Are the Northern …
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There’s no doubt that pretty much all of the national parks in the United States are well worth visiting. They offer breathtaking scenery, wildlife, scenic drives, hiking, kayaking, fishing, camping, and more. After all, they’re designated as National Parks for a reason! Today we’re taking a close-up look at the 5 national parks in Utah, known …
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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 …
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By now, most RVers have probably heard about the projected difficulties of getting into national parks this year. We’re thrilled to know that RVing and visiting the multitude of natural wonders has become more popular in recent years. With that popularity, however, comes greater challenges in terms of booking a campsite and, in some cases, …
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As the school year draws to an end, the shoes get tossed for bare feet, and the summer sun feeds your wanderlust, it just might be time to think about those family RV vacation destinations. One of the greatest things about RVing is that you can load the family up into the rig and take …
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Yosemite National Park – one of the busiest national parks in the country – with lots of breathtaking vistas, incredible hiking opportunities, wildlife that will amaze, and that uniquely indescribable feeling that only national and provincial parks can offer. But if you’re interested in Yosemite RV camping, there are some things you should know before …
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In today’s post, we’re broaching the subject of RV park etiquette. Why? Because not everyone understands how to maintain good etiquette while staying in an RV park, and with the increasing number of people just getting into RVing, the more RVers who have a clear understanding of the matter, the better the RV park experiences …
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There’s a school of thought that suggests that RVing and camping are expensive. The folks who subscribe to that theory aren’t necessarily wrong. Camping and RVing can be expensive. But there are ways to save money on campgrounds and overnight stays, and today we’re giving you some of our best suggestions for doing just that. …
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Who doesn’t love reliable free camping apps? And by “free camping apps” we’re talking about apps to help you find free camping (not free apps to help you find camping… see the difference?… although most of the apps we list ARE free). There are a ton of apps and websites available to help you find …
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Finding the right campground is essential to having a good camping experience. We’ve all arrived at campgrounds that looked good on paper but were nightmarish in reality. If only there was a way to learn about other campers’ experiences at a particular location before we reserve a spot there. They could give us the dirt …
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RV trip planner apps offer the easiest way to plan an unforgettable road trip. They help you find campgrounds, great boondocking spots, and wonderful sights and experiences along the way. Even more importantly, they can help to ensure you have a safe arrival at your destination. The best part is that these days many of …
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Everyone needs an escape sometimes. Camping in an RV is a great way to kick back and recharge. But sometimes, crowded RV parks can leave us feeling anything but relaxed. If you want to connect with nature and enjoy the surrounding land, there’s no better way than camping off the grid, better known as boondocking. …
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For most RVers, hitting the road is an expression of ultimate freedom. Once your wheels are rolling down the highway, you can drive anywhere your heart desires! That’s probably why boondocking has become such a popular camping option. Just imagine: You don’t need RV park reservations. You may have few, if any, neighbors. And, best of …
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In Part 1 of our Italian/European RV Tour, Peter took you around the outside. Now it’s my turn to take you through the inside of our Italian home-away-from-home. In the intro, I mention that we’re going to show you what we liked and didn’t like about this RV, but to be honest, we mostly loved …
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RVing in other countries provides many of the same benefits we enjoy in the US & Canada, allowing us to comfortably explore remote areas that might otherwise be less accessible. An additional bonus is getting to see what RVs in other parts of the world are like – a perfect bonus for geeks like us! …
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Our rig is in storage, so we’re bringing you a preview of our slick new solar panel installation and our RV trip to Italy! When you read this, we’ll already be in Venice, just one day away from picking up our RV. We’ll be spending an entire month traveling with our friends Heath & Alyssa …
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We’re RVing in England! See how we dump & fill tanks, hook up at our campsite, and fill our own propane. That’s right… propane in England is like pumping gas in most of North America – DIY. The black tank is removable, black and grey water get disposed of in separate places, and a thin little …
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You may have noticed that we’re fascinated by the way things work. So we made a special trip to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada to visit one of the coolest pieces of engineering we’ve ever seen – The Peterborough Lift Lock. In typical RVgeeks fashion, we explain exactly how it works in this fun video. If you …
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It’s probably no surprise that as full-time RVers, we suffer from wanderlust that extends well beyond the road. So when the opportunity to go flying, sailing and visiting with great friends comes together all at once, that’s about as good as it gets. We’re re-connecting with Jason & Nikki Wynn, better known as Gone With …
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For the past few days, we’ve been teasing about our “mystery location” on Instagram. We can now reveal that we’re in Panama! We’re with our friends Nikki & Jason Wynn on their catamaran, Curiosity, for the next week, helping them transit the Panama Canal! Most of you are probably already familiar with the Wynns, as …
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We’re visiting one of our favorite places on Earth: Zion National Park. Zion was Peter’s very first national park, sparking a life-long love affair with the great outdoors… a big factor in our decision to become full-time RVers. Although we’ve been to Zion many times, this is our first winter visit. One big advantage of …
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