What’s the worst thing you’ve found in your RV after winter? A surprise mouse nest? Chewed-up wires? That unmistakable smell of something living where it shouldn’t be? Every spring, I fully expect to find some kind of unwelcome surprise—mouse poop, broken seals, tires that look fine but aren’t, and an exterior that’s absolutely filthy (because … [Read more…]
So… yes. I lived in a tiny travel trailer during my third trimester. From July 10 through September 30, I was five to eight months pregnant, working full-time, and living in an R-Pod 192 with my husband, our dog Frank, and an increasingly large belly. Why? Our house was under construction. And I mean fully … [Read more…]
After years of nonstop work, long-haul flights, and 19-hour days, I was suddenly laid off. So we did something kind of crazy—we bought a truck and an R-Pod 192 trailer (exactly the type of purchases you should make when you’re laid off, right?). Chad was on extended time off from his airline job, and I … [Read more…]
When we first talked about doing this, my husband swore I’d hate not having a bathtub. He said I wouldn’t last a week in a tiny trailer. I reminded him I’ve always been outdoorsy—and that I’d be perfectly fine in a van down by the river, thank you very much. And here’s the thing: I … [Read more…]
If you travel by RV, refilling propane is part of your everyday life. It powers your heat, your hot water, your stove burners—and maybe even your Blackstone if you’re cooking outside. But when your tank starts running low, the question becomes: where’s the best place to refill? Here’s a breakdown of the most common propane … [Read more…]
There’s always that one thing you pack before every trip. Some folks won’t fly without their lucky hoodie. Others swear by packing cubes or a silk pillowcase. For me, it’s something a little less glamorous—but a whole lot more important: a smoke and carbon monoxide detector. I know. It doesn’t exactly scream “adventure,” but it’s … [Read more…]
RV camping etiquette isn’t just about following posted rules—it’s about being a good neighbor in close quarters. Morning coffee under the awning. The crackle of a campfire at dusk. That moment when the stars finally pop through the trees and it feels like you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. But nothing ruins the magic … [Read more…]
RV prices have shot up since COVID, and buying used is one of the best ways to get into a better rig without wrecking your budget. And honestly? A lot of used RVs are barely used. Some sat in storage most of their life and still have that “new rig smell.” But here’s the thing: … [Read more…]
When most people think “truck stop,” they picture semis, long-haul drivers, and maybe a questionable hot dog spinning under heat lamps. What they don’t picture is a fenced dog park, potable water, a clean shower, and full RV hookups—sometimes all in the same place. But that’s exactly what you’ll find at many truck stops today. … [Read more…]
There’s something about a good roadside attraction. Not the Grand Canyon, not a famous landmark—just something weird enough to make you say, wait, what? and pull over. Maybe it’s a giant fiberglass prairie dog, a traffic light that’s upside down on purpose, or a drive-thru tree that is so interesting, you drive through twice. Some … [Read more…]