By Russ and Tina De Maris A new RVer was studying his rig’s appliance manuals and came across statements that suggested his LP appliances might not work at higher elevations. How big of a concern is high-elevation operation? Traveling in high places with your rig can mean a few changes, but the drama of “no shower, no cold beer” may…
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Campsite checklists: arrival and departure
By Russ and Tiña De Maris Camping with your RV can seem like a complicated process when you’re first getting started – kind of like flying a plane. Here are two “checklists” that can make your own RV “flight” arrivals and departures easier and safer. RV Arrival Checklist 1. Before you “land” your RV on a site, do a quick…
Read MoreAlways read the fine print – no matter what you’re buying
By Russ and Tiña De Maris It seems a common thread among RVers is trying to get the most mileage out of the travel dollar. Whether shopping for low gas prices or the lowest rates on RV parks, you can count on RVers to do their shopping. But be careful, not every deal is a great deal – slow down…
Read MoreUse solar panels to power your RV
Jumping in your RV and leaving the rat race for the weekend is an American tradition. Did you know you can provide power to your RV with the sun while getting away from it all? The Sun is Everywhere! One of the biggest misconceptions regarding solar power is that it is limited to large panel systems on roofs. Au…
Read MoreTake a factory tour before you buy the brand
The best way to “get to know” a brand-new RV is not by looking on a dealer’s sales lot but by watching it being built at its factory. At least 35 major RV makers, most in the Elkhart, Indiana, area (where 85 percent of all American RVs are made) offer factory tours, and the price is right: free. Airstream, Fleetwood,…
Read MoreWhere will you store your RV?
Before you plunk down those hard-earned coins to buy an RV, figure out how and where you will store it between uses. This can often be as difficult as finding the right dealership to buy from. If you are lucky enough to live in a single-family home with space on the property suitable for parking an RV, that’s the best…
Read MoreRV Clubs in the U.S. and Canada
Join the largest club for motorhome owners, the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA). Special rate for RV Travel readers. Save $10 on first year membership. Click to learn more. Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of RV clubs in North America. But we need your help to tell us which clubs we’ve missed. If yours is not on this list or…
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