If you like cruises and all-inclusive travel, a guided RV tour sure makes sense. Except instead of ships, you're cruising in an RV "land yacht" with all your camping, excursion, and most of your meal costs covered at no additional costs. In Episode 453 RV Podcast this week we talk about Guided RV Tours and find out if they are right for you. Other topics this week include: - Should eBikes be allowed in National Parks? - A great make-ahead camping food recipe to save you time - and expert tips on...
Jun 28, 2023•55 min
By tapping into the shared RV knowledge of fellow RVers and leveraging the collective wisdom of the RV Lifestyle Facebook Group, you can solve maintenance problems, make new friends, and even plan trips. In Episode 552 of the RV Podcast, we explore how shared RV knowledge can empower and enrich your RV journey, enabling you to create memories that will last a lifetime. Also this week we discuss: Troubleshooting your TV’s Coach Batteries A great pancake recipe perfect for camping mornings A great...
Jun 21, 2023•42 min
A series of new Harvest Hosts programs is making it super easy for RVers to find overnight campspots – even in sold-out campgrounds. In Episode 451 of the RV Podcast, Harvest Hosts CEO Joel Holland details the new offerings as he shares the many ways his company is helping RVers find unique places to camp and explore. Also this week we have: RV News of dangerous wildlife encounters Social Media feedback on RV campground etiquette A guide to proper use of your RV air conditioner And the best way ...
Jun 14, 2023•50 min
If you want to find great camping on private and public land, then the one tool that you will want to use is a popular app called Hipcamp. In Episode 450 of the RV Podcast we talk with the founder and CEO about how it works. Also in this episode: Our Fall Gathering has been announced – a Music City Meetup in Nashville, TN Oct. 2-5 The best and most friendly campgrounds as judged by our RV Lifestyle Facebook Group members A story on how “Tourons” – tourist idiots – have been causing problems agai...
Jun 07, 2023•52 min
No one likes to pay for RV repairs. That's where an RV extended warranty can save a lot of headaches. But signing up for one at the dealership at the time of the purchase is seldom a wise decision. This week in Episode 449 of the RV Podcast, we dig into the intricacies of an RV extended warranty and how to get the best deal. Also this week: There's a lot of RV social media buzz about very expensive road tolls out East Expert advice on how to prep your RV for sale to get the best price Why campfi...
May 31, 2023
This week in Episode 448 of the RV podcast, we find out of you can really use AI to plan a camping trip, interviewing the CEO of a new RV travel planning app that relies almost entirely on AI. Plus, we have lots RV News, RV tips, social media tidbits and answers to audience questions about the RV Lifestyle.
May 24, 2023•52 min
This article is based on a podcast interview with Annalisa Berns, a real-life pet detective. As you may know, Jennifer and I have always had a third travel companion during our travels. A very furry travel companion. We would be devastated if we lost Bo out on the road...
May 17, 2023•51 min
we interviewed Ali Wimberly about her and her husband's decision to become fulltime RVers, and learned what it was like spending their first 1,000 days on the road. Plus, we have included helpful resources related to things Ali mentioned in the interview to help you live out your RV dreams like Ali and Wiley are doing...
May 10, 2023•49 min
This week, we tell you how to plan the perfect camping trip by using the Internet's most popular camping app. It's called The Dyrt and it's adding some new features to the pro version that will revolutionize the way you find campgrounds. Our interview guest on Episode 445 of the RV Podcast is Kevin Long, the CEO of The Dyrt and he's offering our audience a free trial of these new pro features that you'll want to snag to plan your perfect camping trip this summer. Plus our Social Media News, RV L...
May 03, 2023•52 min
The rush to make electric vehicles has now shown up in an amazingly innovative EV travel trailer called the Lightship. In this episode 444 of the RV Podcast, we’ll meet two former longtime employees, Tesla employees, who left to start their own company that has developed this sleek 27-foot long trailer. And there are lots more in this episode - handy tips about RV electrical management, the RV news of the week, hot-button RV topics from special media, and a very clever way to use the latest vers...
Apr 26, 2023•43 min
We’ve used AllStays for over a decade now and it just gets easier and easier. So when we heard that the founder retired and there’s a new CEO, we thought it would be good to get him on the podcast to update us on how this easy-to-use resource can be put to good use. Our conversation with AllStays CEO Phil Rogers is our Interview of the Week with this episode. Also this week: Social Media Buzz talks about finding the best toilet paper for RVers. The RV Tip of the Week uncovers the defects most RV...
Apr 12, 2023
Mike Sokol has over 50 years in the industry and is an expert on all things electric in an RV. He talked with us about waking up your RV's electric system after it's been sitting for a substantial amount of time. Here's how to prepare your RV’s electric system for the camping season, covering batteries, putting water in the water heater before turning that on, and much more...
Apr 05, 2023•53 min
Is your RV ready for a new season of camping? In Episode 440 of the RV Podcast, we have insider RV dewinterizing tips from one of the most respected pros in the industry. Chris Daugherty is our special guest and Chris really knows his stiff. He presents very popular RV maintenance seminars at the country’s biggest RV shows and has been an RV industry consultant for years.
Mar 29, 2023•50 min
Blood clots and RV Travel pose a serious risk to RVers, and yet few are even aware of this hidden danger. When sitting in a truck or RV for extended periods, such as on long drives, blood flow can slow down and cause blood clots to form. These clots can break off and travel to the lungs, causing a potentially fatal condition called pulmonary embolism. That's just what happened to the husband of Betsy Johnson. We interview Betsy in Episode 439 of the RV Podcast.
Mar 22, 2023•42 min
Planning on selling an RV? This week in Episode 438 of the RV Podcast, Jennifer and Mike share their tips on how to maximize your profits when selling an RV.
Mar 15, 2023•42 min
So you think a new RV is without problems? We will destroy that notion after you hear the secrets of an RV Inspector in Episode 437 of the RV Podcast about how many problems are found in RVs right after they roll off the assembly line. It's shocking, really. Our guest this week, RV Inspector Brenda Puckett, says shoddy manufacturing and quality control failures are commonplace among new RVs. She shares real-life issues uncovered in the inspection process that every RV owner needs to know about.
Mar 08, 2023•45 min
Are you tired of tossing and turning on that old, uncomfortable RV mattress? Do you dread spending another night on it during your travels? Well, fear not! In Episode 436 of the RV Podcast, we'll share how to replace your RV mattress and get the best sleep of your life on the road. We just did that ourselves and in researching RV mattress replacement, we learned a lot.
Mar 01, 2023•46 min
There's a new trend that sees campgrounds becoming full-fledged RV communities with lots of amenities, activities, and year-long stays. We're not talking trailer parks like past generations but real communities catering to the needs of today's RVers. We dig into this in Episode 435 of the RV Podcast, interviewing the owner of just such a community in north central Florida, where this trend has particularly been building for several years now. Also in this episode, RV News, Tips and your question...
Feb 22, 2023•36 min
We have a great RV Love Story to share in Episode 434 of the RV Podcast about a couple of senior snowbirds, both widowed, who went from solo travelers to soul mates. Plus we have lots of RV News, travel planning tips and RV Lifestyle questions. For the video version, click the player below to watch. For an audio version, it's available on iTunes and all the podcast apps or through the audio player below. An RV Love Story - Amy and Thomas Amy and Thomas Thomas is a widower who lost his wife of 52...
Feb 15, 2023•42 min
If you are looking for RV Travel with a Purpose, the Care-A-Vanners program for RVers from Habitat for Humanity offers one of the most personally satisfying aspects of the RV Lifestyle that you will find anywhere. In Episode 433 of the RV Podcast, we learn all about this volunteer program that invites anyone who travels by RV to make helping others part of their journey or even their destination. Also in this episode, news of an awesome new giveaway for dog-lovers, the RV News of the Week, a gre...
Feb 08, 2023•38 min
The problem of dirty campground water is growing as so many campgrounds, state and local parks, and long-established RV resorts grow older. With so many campgrounds relying on aging wells and plumbing systems, it's more important than ever that campers filter the water they bring into their RVs.
Feb 01, 2023•41 min
RVing can be expensive. So we asked a bunch of RV influencers to share tips on RV Living on a Budget. We also added 10 pro tips of our own, based on 11 years of RV Life. We can't make inflation go away. But we can promise that if you follow the advice in Episode 430 of the Podcast, you will save money.
Jan 18, 2023•38 min
We've lost count of how many RV shows we've attended. So, here are our expert tips for attending an RV show, whether this is your first RV show or your hundredth. There's a great deal you can do to prepare for an RV show before you arrive and before every day you attend. The following RV show tips will help whether you're attending large RV shows known nationwide or local shows nearby. It doesn't matter the size of the show or your purpose of visiting, they will help you have the best visit poss...
Jan 11, 2023•41 min
Big RV Travel Difficulties are being predicted for 2023 by real RVers, with many saying they will either sharply curtail their travels or stop entirely. That's this week's main topic in Episode 425 of the RV Podcast, based on a question we posed on our RV Lifestyle Facebook Page that garnered over 500 answers in less than 24 hours.
Dec 31, 2022•40 min
If you've ever wondered how to be a camp host, you've come to the right place. We're going to tell you how to find camp host jobs, how and when to apply, and what makes the job so rewarding. In Episode 426 of the RV Podcast, we talk to Erik and Jeanne Anderson, full-time RVers who are about to spend six months as camp hosts on the east coast. Erik and Jeanne - and Hershey pup, their charming little Cavalier King Charles spaniel - have visited all 48 states in their RV and share with us the resea...
Dec 14, 2022•55 min
It’s our first anniversary of owning RV Land in Tennessee and we are amazed at the progress we’ve made in developing it. We’re also pleasantly surprised by how much we’ve come to love the land and the Mid-Tennessee community of Linden. Our five acres are in a development called The Woodlands of Buffalo River just outside Linden and not far from the beautiful and wild Buffalo River. So in Episode 424 of the RV Podcast, we thought it would be fun and informative to give you an overview on what our...
Nov 30, 2022•40 min
Many set RV travel goals like visiting all the National Parks or driving to Alaska. Others collect things to hold onto their memories, like a magnet, pins, or maps. But a music-loving RV couple from New York has a whole new way of making memories. Jill and Karl Marsh plan to visit as many cities/locations as they can that have a song written about it. Not only that, they plan to video themselves there, singing the song. The Marsh's are our guests on Episode 423 of the RV Podcast.
Nov 23, 2022•40 min
We just met a 100 year old RVer who is still going strong. And he has a lot of wisdom about travel and adventure to share. He is James Ziegler, and he is - as you read this - 100 years and five weeks old. We caught up with him at his favorite campground in California and so enjoyed our conversation that we made him the Interview of the Week on Episode 422 of the RV Podcast.
Nov 16, 2022•39 min
RV Tires are perhaps the most essential but overlooked parts of an RV. Failure to pay attention to the care and maintenance of your RV tires is a significant safety risk, and today we share the basics that every RVer needs to know. This week on Episode 421 of the RV Podcast, we talk to Certified RV Tech and RV Industry Consultant Chris Daugherty. Chris Dougherty is the former technical editor of MotorHome and Trailer Life Magazines, RV Enthusiast magazine, and RVTravel.com, an RVDA/RVIA/RVTI Cer...
Nov 09, 2022•54 min
We've had lots of people ask if we know of any RV Land for Sale out West and we can now say we do - in Arizona at a new development called Greenwood Ranches. We've been covering RV land ownership for some time now but most of the places we have found are east of the Mississippi. Large, multi-acre parcels aimed at Rvers are hard to find. Especially out west. So when we heard about this one, we decided to devote a podcast to it. Located in an elevated valley not far from Kingman, AZ, and the fable...
Nov 02, 2022•45 min
