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Subscribe to the RV Life and Travel blog by clicking on the orange RSS button on the left to Not familiar with RSS data feeds? No problem. Click on the “What’s an RSS feed?” link that’s immediately below the orange RSS button on the left. A new window will open that explains what you need to do. Jul 9, 2010, RV Life and Travel E-zine #424The newsletter for RVers, written by RVers, about RVs and RVing. Our most recent issue went out to subscribers this morning. Read it on the website. Or, subscribe and have it delivered to your e-mail in-box. Either way -- it is free -- no charge to you. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RV Life and Travel E-zine #424" Jul 9, 2010, RV Financing When You Have Poor CreditRV financing stumps people. Recreational vehicle loans are available as both home loans and auto loans. A reader with poor credit asks my advice. While banks and credit unions are options, try cash. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RV Financing When You Have Poor Credit" Jul 8, 2010, Prescriptions on the RoadI'm having trouble figuring out how to get prescriptions on the road, especially since they are all filled on different dates, and my insurance won't fill Permalink -- click for full blog post "Prescriptions on the Road" Jul 8, 2010, Fridge, Travel, and PropaneCan you travel longer distances with your propane on in your recreational vehicle? So your fridge food and freezer food stays cold/frozen? I have heard Permalink -- click for full blog post "Fridge, Travel, and Propane" Jul 8, 2010, High Oil PressueI'm having a problem with high oil pressure in my 1991 Rexhall motorhome. Coleen, the RVing editor replies: Plugged Oil Journals I asked my in-house Permalink -- click for full blog post "High Oil Pressue" Jul 8, 2010, Getting Started RVingHow does one get started living in an RV and traveling everywhere? Coleen, the RVing editor replies: How We Started Full-time RVing Hi Angela, This Permalink -- click for full blog post "Getting Started RVing" Jul 8, 2010, Wireless Router for AT&T AircardIs there such a wireless router for the AT&T aircard? Reply from Coleen, the RVing editor: Aircards Hi George, Not that I am aware of, but some of Permalink -- click for full blog post "Wireless Router for AT&T Aircard" Jul 8, 2010, Tunnels and RVsCan an RV legally go into a tunnel? In Some Tunnels, Yes Reply from Coleen, the RVing editor: It depends - when, where, how much propane you have, and Permalink -- click for full blog post "Tunnels and RVs" Jul 8, 2010, Campgrounds Near Rose Bowl FestivitiesWe will be going to the Rose Bowl festivities next year and wonder about the campgrounds. How close in proximity to the parade route are they? What price Permalink -- click for full blog post "Campgrounds Near Rose Bowl Festivities" Jul 8, 2010, Travelling in Cold WeatherWhen travelling in cold weather, is the vehicle heater sufficient to heat the motor home or do you use the propane system? We have a Fleetwood South Wind Permalink -- click for full blog post "Travelling in Cold Weather" Jul 8, 2010, Refrigerator Problem in Below 0 WeatherIs it normal to have refrigerator problems in below zero weather in the RV? Coleen the RVing editor replies: Fridge Should Work It's possible that there Permalink -- click for full blog post "Refrigerator Problem in Below 0 Weather" Jul 8, 2010, Alaska Home BaseDoes anyone use Alaska as their state domicile? Pros and cons? We're trying to find the best state overall for our state residency while full-time RVing. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Alaska Home Base" Jul 8, 2010, Portable GeneratorsMy dilemma is rather to use small portable generator(s) such as Honda or Yamaha 2000 in combination, or purchase one larger generator. Used to power a Permalink -- click for full blog post "Portable Generators" Jul 8, 2010, First Recreational VehicleWhen was the first Recreational Vehicle created? Coleen, the RVing editor replies: Recreational Vehicle History Hi David, We are actually celebrating Permalink -- click for full blog post "First Recreational Vehicle" Jul 8, 2010, In Motion Mobile SatelliteWhere is the best place to look for an in motion mobile satellite unit? Looking for In-Motion Satellite Advice Coleen, the RVing editor replies: Hi Permalink -- click for full blog post "In Motion Mobile Satellite" Jul 8, 2010, Class B MotorhomesWe're thinking a Class B motorhome might be our next recreational vehicle. We don't have camper van experience. What brand of Class B do you have and like? Permalink -- click for full blog post "Class B Motorhomes" Jul 8, 2010, RVing and Camping Clubs Are Social Groups, Save RVers Money and Build RV LoyaltyRVing and camping clubs network RVers and campers with similar interests. These RV and camp groups provide discounts, magazines, rallies, RVing education, and RV news. Some are social organizations. Jun 15, 2010, RV ParkingI'm getting closer to the time to purchase that RV and have a question about RV parking. I read everything I can, and was wondering, do most campgrounds Permalink -- click for full blog post "RV Parking" Jun 3, 2010, Tax and Legal Articles Written for RVers, by an Attorney and CPAMartin Shenkman, ax expert (CPA) and attorney, has taken a strong interest in RVers and RVing and has written a series of articles for our websites. They cover a variety of legal and tax matters, with an emphasis on tax domicile. Most of them are specific to working RVers, so we have them posted on the Workers On Wheels website. However, they contain valuable information for RVers and prospective RVers, whether working or not. Jun 3, 2010, Your Tax Domicile Doesn't Change Just Because Your Address and RV Registration DYour tax domicile might not be where you think it is. Tax expert CPA Martin Shenkman shows where changing your address, registering your RV, and registering to vote may not change your domicile. May 31, 2010, The Last Resort RV Park & CampgroundThe Last Resort RV Park and Campground is a small and comfortable RV park. The Blanco River is stocked with brown trout for catch and release fishing. Permalink -- click for full blog post "The Last Resort RV Park & Campground" May 28, 2010, RVing Women ChaptersDoes my state (Alabama) have a group of RVing Women? Do they have RVing Women Chapters in AL? If so, how do I get in touch with them? Thanks for your time. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RVing Women Chapters" May 28, 2010, Getting Behind RV PanelingIf I wanted to run a new tank sensor line to my monitor on the wall, how do I run it behind the paneled wall? Will I have to rip the panel to run the wire? Permalink -- click for full blog post "Getting Behind RV Paneling" May 28, 2010, Great Smoky Mountains National ParkWhich camping spots in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are your favorites? Can you give me some recommendations, please? What things do you consider Permalink -- click for full blog post "Great Smoky Mountains National Park " May 28, 2010, Foul Smell in RVI have a foul smell in my RV. I went camping this weekend in a travel trailer and there was an awful, foul smell whenever the water turned on. My camper Permalink -- click for full blog post "Foul Smell in RV" May 28, 2010, Passangers In RVIs there a limit to how many passengers can ride in a recreational vehicle? Does it differ from state to state? Does the allowed number of passengers in Permalink -- click for full blog post "Passangers In RV" May 28, 2010, RV Titles in TexasDo you have to have a title for a a 35 foot recreational vehicle in the state of Texas? A woman that has one for sale said we didn't have to have one. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RV Titles in Texas" May 28, 2010, New ShocksWhat new shocks would you get to improve the ride of the Fleetwood Bounder motorhome? We are planning to go full time RV'ing and want the best handling Permalink -- click for full blog post "New Shocks" May 28, 2010, Health Insurance CoverageThe only thing stopping us is health insurance coverage. We are in our early 50s. He will need medical insurance coverage in case of accident or illness. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Health Insurance Coverage" May 28, 2010, Rig for New RVersWhich is preferable for first-timers? We have narrowed our search for our first RV to a 2001 Georgie Boy 3515 Cruise Master and a 2003 Winnebago Brave Permalink -- click for full blog post "Rig for New RVers" May 28, 2010, Travelling JobsAnyone know where to look for jobs while travelling and living in the RV? My husband and I have just got a motorhome and are looking for travelling jobs Permalink -- click for full blog post "Travelling Jobs" May 28, 2010, Newbie to RVMy partner and I have settled on buying a used Class A pusher. There are literally hundreds available in various models and price ranges, yet, as newbies, Permalink -- click for full blog post "Newbie to RV" May 28, 2010, Picture FrameWhat is good to use for picture framing in an RV? My father is now a full time RV-er and I have a portrait of his granddaughter for him. I am not sure Permalink -- click for full blog post "Picture Frame" May 28, 2010, Blue Ridge Winter RVingI am planning a trip to the Blue Ridge and they are saying the temp at night will be 16, 17, or some in the 20 degree range. What do I need to do to my Permalink -- click for full blog post "Blue Ridge Winter RVing" May 28, 2010, RV for Single WomanAs a new FT RV'er, what model motorhome should I choose: Class A or Class C? I am 62 years old and really want to get this recreational vehicle right. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RV for Single Woman" May 28, 2010, Employment OpportunityEmployment opportunity for RVers to work near the British Columbia and Yukon border. I am looking for a Canadian couple who would like to work with me Permalink -- click for full blog post "Employment Opportunity" May 28, 2010, Minneapolis Southwest KOAThe Mpls SW KOA is family owned and family operated. They care about the camping families and go out of their way to make sure everyone has fun. Activities Permalink -- click for full blog post "Minneapolis Southwest KOA" May 2, 2010, Emergency Road Service Membership Buys Peace of Mind and Saves Towing ExpenseEmergency road service - some say never go RVing without it, while others say it is a waste of money. Can you change your RV tires? Can you do minor RV repairs? What does a tow cost? May 2, 2010, Auto Insurance Quotes - Yes, You Really May Save Hundreds on your PremiumAds for auto insurance quotes, you know the ones that say you could save if you switched companies, abound. Can you really save any money, or are all the RV and car insurance rates about the same? May 1, 2010, RV Insurance - A Reader Asks About Special Motorhome Insurance CoverageWhat kind of RV insurance do you have? Do you have your insurance with the same company that insures your toad? The ads make it sound like you need special coverage for the motorhome. Apr 9, 2010, National Park Events and Activities for AprilNational park events, often free, are an entertaining and educational part of many RVers life and travels. Here are some activities and special happenings taking place April. Permalink -- click for full blog post "National Park Events and Activities for April " Apr 5, 2010, Attention Campground and RV Park OwnersWe are adding a new service -- an online campground and RV park directory. There's no charge to you. List your park free. Just fill out the form. Tell us about your park. You can add a photo, if you wish. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Attention Campground and RV Park Owners" Apr 5, 2010, RVing Tips -- Assorted Tips for RV Living and CampingRVing tips to make full-timing easier, more fun, and less costly. These hints are helpful for RV camping, too, as well as for those who live in RVs. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RVing Tips -- Assorted Tips for RV Living and Camping" Apr 3, 2010, RV Life and Travel E-zine #422Subscribe to our free RV Life and Travel email newsletter. Read the current issue on the website. Personal updates, what's new, and RVing tips. Permalink -- click for full blog post "RV Life and Travel E-zine #422" Apr 3, 2010, The Rally, Affinity's Largest RV Rally for 2010, Celebrates 100 Years of RVingThe Rally 2010 could be the biggest event of the 100th Anniversary of RVing celebration. RV enthusiasts will gather at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY, July 22-25, 2010. Apr 2, 2010, National Park Week - Celebrate with Special Activities and Free Park AdmissionNational Park Week, April 17-25, 2010, is a time to explore the stunning beauty and amazing stories found in your national parks -- for free. Apr 2, 2010, Happy EasterBob and I wish all of you -- our RV Life and Travel readers -- a very Happy Easter. May your spring be filled with joy, blessings, all good things. Apr 2, 2010, 16 Degrees and RVers are Headed Out FishingI see lots of campers, motorhomes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels going past today. Many of the motorhomes and pickup campers are pulling boats. With the others, there's often a boat immediately ahead of or behind the RV. Many of them are headed to Homer to go fishing. This may sound normal, except that we are in Alaska and it was 16 degrees this morning. Shouldn't we be seeing snow machines instead of these other recreational vehicles? The 17th Annual Homer Winter King Salmon Tournament is Saturday, March 20, 2010. Prizes are worth more than $100,000. These RVers are headed down to try their hand at catching the largest King. Apr 2, 2010, Subscribe to the RV Life and Travel Email NewsletterSubscribe to the RV Life and Travel Newsletter. It lets you know about new website pages, RVing and camping tips, the recreational vehicle lifestyle, our travels, etc. It's emailed to you free. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Subscribe to the RV Life and Travel Email Newsletter "
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