If you’re shopping for a new RV, you might be spotting the phrase “solar prep” in the descriptions of many of the rigs you’re browsing. It has increasingly become a popular feature in RVs as the demand for sustainable energy and environmental consciousness grows. Even if a greener planet isn’t at the top of your priority list, there are still...
Why So Many Retired Couples Choose Class A Motorhomes
It’s no secret that RVing is a popular lifestyle choice for retirees. You’re no longer tied down to a job or location for your income, so it makes sense to use that freedom to hit the open road. Once you’ve decided to take the plunge into retired RVing, the next choice you’ll have to make is what kind of RV you’ll want to take on your travels....
RV Rules, Regulations, and Road Restrictions
Your RV is packed. You’ve got the pantry stocked, the grill is prepared, and DVDs for the kids are at the ready. Hold on… are you aware of the RV rules of your destination? It happens all the time. In the midst of stocking an RV to the brim of necessities for a weekend, checking for any RV rules or regulations slipped your mind. We love getting...
What Vehicles Makes the Perfect Toad?
For those who travel in a motorhome, a “toad” vehicle is often a necessary companion. If you’re not familiar with the term, it’s basically RV lingo for a vehicle you tow behind your motorhome. It can be a headache to pack up and unhook the entire RV at the campground just to run an errand or to take a quick day trip to explore the surrounding...
Finding a Reputable RV Dealership
An RV is a big purchase, and you want to be sure you’re doing it right. You’ve researched the type of RV, the specifications you want, and maybe even the manufacturer - but what you don’t want to forget is the dealership you’re buying from. Where you buy your RV can make or break your RV buying experience, so before you rush to the closest...
Why the RV Lifestyle May Be More Affordable Than You Think
There are lots of misconceptions about RVing out there, and with the price tags on some luxury RVs, we can understand why people may view RVing as an expensive hobby. But the truth is: RVing is as expensive or as affordable as you want it to be. You can buy a million-dollar rig and live like a rock star on tour, or you can buy a family vehicle...
Retire to an RV—The Road-Map to Affordable Retirement Living
Turning into a full-time RVer after retirement might be easier than you think. It’s really about setting a budget and sticking to it. And, if you’ve decided that RV living is for you, you probably already do this! Below, we’ve put together the ultimate roadmap to retirement in an RV. Before we get started, you must think about if you’ll keep your...
Extreme Social Distancing: Why RVing Is the Best Vacation to Take in the Wake of the Coronavirus
For months now, travel across the world has come to a grinding halt due to the novel coronavirus. Flights have been canceled, hotels closed down, trips planned years in advance axed overnight. The travel industry has taken a huge hit, with domestic air travel in the US down 80 percent over this time last year according to airlines.org. As the...
Car Dealership Vs RV Dealership Trade Ins
We understand that RVs are investments, and it can sometimes take selling other unused items to make a down payment on one. So, do RV dealerships accept car trades? It really depends on what kind of dealership you want to do business with. These policies all differ per location, so it’s best to talk to a staff member and find out what they offer...
Rent Your RV Instead of Selling Your RV
You love RVing, but unfortunately, your rig is spending too much of the year collecting dust in storage. Your spouse says you aren’t getting enough use out of it to justify its cost, so it’s time to sell. Sound familiar? It’s a dilemma many RVers are faced with, but the solution doesn’t have to be parting ways with your beloved RV. Thanks to the...