After 6 years of life on the road, traveling as full-time RVers, we reviewed our biggest RV-related expenses, to see what this footloose and fancy-free lifestyle has really been costing us each year. We start by answering one of our most often asked questions. Is our Thousand Trails membership worth it? In this report, we
Summer is a very popular time for travel. But for some it is a bit too hot for optimal comfort in their RVs. That is why many RVers either head to northern states, or to higher elevation. This summer we chose to escape to the cooler temps in the mountains of Colorado. One of our
So what does a Thousand Trails Membership cost in 2020? Campground prices are rising everywhere. And on January 1st, 2020 some Thousand Trails camping memberships took a hike too. Here’s the current pricing for all new Thousand Trails memberships, and promotional deals. We cover the Zone Camping Pass, Trails Collection, Elite Basic, Elite Connections and
Our Hit the Road RV Summit virtual event was a huge success! Now, you can watch ALL of the summit content online – anytime. Listen and learn from 15+ RV experts in 21 sessions over 13 hours of awesome RV education and entertainment. We’ll help you get ready to hit the road in an RV
VOTING IS OPEN for the Apartment Therapy Small and Cool Spaces Contest and we’re thrilled that our RV is included in the TINY category. But to win, we need your help! Simply give our RV a simple “thumbs up” to vote, between May 18 – May 24. You can see our photos and read our submission
As states begin lifting lockdowns, people are already planning camping trips and hitting the road in their RVs. Campgrounds are opening back up. Gas prices are the lowest we’ve seen in ages. And with most rigs being completely self contained, an RV is hands down the safest way to travel. But as you get back
As the coronavirus pandemic escalates, so do restrictions on travel and movement. It is now URGENT that we all hunker down safely, until further notice. But what if you’re an RVer far from home? Or a full-time RVer with no home to return to? What to do? Where to go? And for how long? In these
LAST UPDATED 4/6/2020: With COVID-19 throwing our lives and travel plans into chaos, it can be difficult for many RVers to get accurate, up to date information on the areas that may impact you. In this RV Resource Roundup FAQ for COVID-19, we pulled together a series of official news sources and useful links to news
Is an RV one of the best ways to hunker down and stay healthy, safe and sane right now? The coronavirus outbreak is impacting lives, headlines, and markets on a global scale. And while we hit the road 6 years ago to be free to roam, travel and have adventures while working remotely. This week, we
Whether you are browsing, RV shopping, learning, or dreaming, the Florida RV Supershow (also known as the Tampa RV Supershow) in January is well worth a visit. We’ll be there again – staying in a rental RV – doing some RV shopping of our own, and sharing our experiences with you. We’re excited to also be appearing
We get that it’s a very busy time of year for everyone and we’re all running out of time to get the perfect gift for those we love. Or snap up those last minute holiday promotional deals to save some money. But who has time to dig through a bunch of emails, blog posts and
We’re continuing to make upgrades and improvements to our motorhome CC. With the interior makeover complete, the exterior is now getting some RV “love”! It was time to replace the RV awning fabric and slide topper. Are you ready for a dramatic “before and after” transformation? This is an affordable upgrade that can make a huge difference