RV Blog

RVs allow you to easily escape the hustle and bustle of your everyday life and explore the great outdoors. If your RV's air quality is making it difficult to enjoy the fresh air of nature when you are traveling, read on for some tips to freshen up your rig. Dust & sanitize regularly. Dust can build up quickly, and even if seeing it around your camper doesn’t particularly bother you, breathing it in will. Avoid this by dusting every few days with a dry cloth or duster pad. In addition, …

Elkhart, Indiana, was first deemed the “Trailer Capital of the World” in 1948 by the National press and continues to be known as the RV Capital of the World today. This Northern Indiana region produces more than 80% of RVs globally; that’s a lot! If you own an RV, chances are it was manufactured in or near Elkhart, Indiana. There are about 40 manufacturers in the Elkhart area today, accounting for some 100 brands of RV. Elkhart, Indiana, is a must-visit to truly appreciate the RV …

Personal safety should always be a top concern when traveling, especially when we venture into new, unfamiliar territories. Even with RVs, which are basically a home on wheels, traveling comes with inherent risks. Some things are out of our control, but there are some things you can do to prepare yourself in case things take a turn for the worse. Read on for some quick tips to stay safe while traveling in your RV. Plan In Advance  If possible, plan stops ahead of time when t …

If you’ve walked around an RV park lately, you likely noticed at least one person cooking outside on a flat top grill, probably more. While griddles have been commonplace in diners and restaurants, they are a relatively new trend for outdoor enthusiasts. The flat-top design provides a great deal of cooking space and often multiple temperature controls, which makes cooking different foods at one time easier. This also means less clean-up at your campsite. Both electric and propane-powere …

Being the driver on a road trip is not easy. When you are driving an RV there is even more responsibility and attention needed. Wouldn’t it be great to have a four-hour break and still arrive at your destination? If traveling from one side of Lake Michigan to the other is on your travel plans, booking a spot on the SS Badger can shave off three hours and about 500 miles off the 1,000 mile journey around the lake. As an added plus you get to bypass Chicago traffic on the lower loop and save …