The Keweenaw is my happy place. Seriously. It’s an untouched, natural playground, a peninsula surrounded by the powerful waters of Lake Superior (Gitchigami) and packed with history, adventure, and some of the most down-to-earth people you’ll ever meet. It’s got Finnish roots, deep mining history, and more snow than you can imagine in the winter—like, … [Read more…]
RV life has a way of keeping you humble. No matter how many times you’ve done this, mistakes still happen. There’s a lot to remember every time you set up, break down, and hit the road, and sometimes? You get a little too comfortable. You assume you won’t forget anything… and that’s when it happens. … [Read more…]
Let’s get one thing straight: we are not cold-weather campers. Sure, I’m from Michigan, I love the Upper Peninsula, and my Finnish roots mean I probably should thrive in freezing weather. But, I don’t. If it’s below 50 degrees, you’ll probably hear me complaining. That said, weather can surprise you. You could head out expecting … [Read more…]
When we picked up our R-Pod 192, we thought it was road-ready—and technically, it was. But after our shake down trip, we realized a few things needed to change. Whether it was about comfort, safety, or making day-to-day life easier, these upgrades made a huge difference in how we travel. If you’re new to RVing … [Read more…]
Your 2025 RV Show Calendar Updated MonthlyLast Update: 2/10/2025 Why Attend an RV Show? RV shows are where you go to see what’s next. Whether you’re buying your first travel trailer, upgrading your motorhome, or just looking for smarter ways to make life on the road easier, these events deliver. You can walk through dozens … [Read more…]
RV Kitchen Essentials for Cooking on the Road My husband and I love to cook. He is an awesome home chef and he’s always coming up with really inventive meals (with tons of flavor). I love cooking, too, and my specialty is tasty soups/chowders and creative salads. When we set off for our year on … [Read more…]
When did RV parks and campgrounds get so expensive?? Fortunately, there are tons of RV travel clubs and memberships out there, many of which cost less than $100 a year. These memberships can more than pay for themselves with the perks they offer—think discounts on campgrounds, fuel, and even free nights at some of the … [Read more…]
Picture this: you’ve packed your swimsuit, sunscreen, and a hefty dose of anticipation for a day of aquatic fun. But as luck would have it, you draw back the curtains to stormy skies and gusty winds. Or maybe the thermometer has dipped lower than what you’re comfortable with for a pool day. But who says … [Read more…]
Experience the Ultimate in Glamping with a Private Hot Tub at Your RV Site I love a good soak in a private hot tub, and I love glamping. So it would only make sense to me that RV glamping sites have private hot tubs, right? Well, it turns out — hot tubs at RV sites … [Read more…]