Recreational vehicles, or RVs, allow travelers to explore the open road while enjoying the comforts of home. An RV blog chronicles experiences traveling cross-country in these motorhomes. As the RV lifestyle grows in popularity, YouTube has become a hub for RV bloggers to find community and share advice. In recent years, more people are ditching…
The RV converter is a crucial component that converts high voltage 120V AC from the shore power to 12V DC to run all the interior lights, fans, and electronics, as well as charge the house batteries. However, there may come a time when you need to bypass the converter in your RV due to an…
Running a fridge off an RV battery is a convenient way to keep food cold while dry camping or boondocking. However, RVers often wonder just how long their RV battery can run the fridge before needing to be recharged. The runtime for an RV fridge on a battery depends on several factors. The size of…
Hitting the open road in an RV and exploring the great outdoors goes hand-in-hand. However, finding the best hiking trails and nature sites that are RV-friendly can be challenging. Strict size limits, narrow roads, and lack of parking make some trails inaccessible. Plus, planning hikes that work for the whole family and not getting lost…
RVs allow travelers flexibility, freedom, and amenities while on the road. However, they differ greatly from everyday passenger vehicles. Complex plumbing, electrical, propane systems, appliances, generators, and more all require special care and know-how to maintain. As a home away from home in motion, wear and tear while traveling thousands of miles can take a…
Being a long-time camper and RV enthusiast, I have spent countless nights on the road. This is why I know firsthand just how frustrating it can be to open up your camper fridge and discover that your perishables have all turned into smelly puddles. The two most prevalent reasons fridges fail are interrupted power supply…
Listen up, folks. I know what you’re thinking – RV dumping costs are highway robbery! But don’t sweat it. This ain’t my first rodeo, so let me give you the lowdown on dumping your rig without going broke. The short answer is you can expect to pay anywhere from a fiver to $30 for your…
Knowing how to properly shut off the water supply to your RV toilet is an essential bit of knowledge for any RV owner. Whether you’re conducting repairs, winterizing your rig, or dealing with a plumbing emergency, isolating the water flow is crucial. As I discovered after a leaky toilet valve caused a messy flood in…
My family and I began full-time RV living 5 years ago when our oldest child was 7 and youngest was 3. It was a long-held dream to show our kids the country while pursuing a non-traditional remote working lifestyle. While enormously rewarding, the transition has not been easy. As full-time travelers, we face exceptional parenting…
Hitting the open road in a 5th wheel camper is an amazing way to explore the great outdoors. But what happens when your truck is in the shop for repairs and you need to move your camper? It may seem impossible to relocate a 20-30 ft camper without a heavy-duty pickup, but with some planning…
