Full-time Living in a Class C Travel Tips

How Does Thousand Trails Really Work? March 2025 Update

Camping is expensive, right? Even state park campgrounds on the east coast run about $50 a night, and many other campgrounds are closer to $100 a night. Is using the Thousand Trails system the way to make full or part-time RVing affordable? Read more to see the newest updates and programs for Thousand Trails 2025.

What is the True Cost of Full-Time RV Living? plus a free RV budget worksheet

Understanding how much full-time RV life can cost and why is key for anyone considering this lifestyle. Your costs will be uniquely yours. I am find that every year is a little different, depending on how far and fast I travel and how much maintenance/repair work I have that year. If you're considering a full-time RV life, I've created an RV Budget Worksheet to help you try to see if this lifestyle might fit into your budget. Just click on the link in the blog post to download your free copy.

How Do You Know if RV Life Might Be for You?

If you're reading this, you’re likely toying with the idea of hitting the open road in an RV. Maybe you’ve been dreaming of it for a while, or perhaps you’re just starting to explore the possibility. Full-time RV life can be an incredible adventure, but it’s also a big decision—one that requires some honest reflection. Especially for women over 55, this lifestyle can represent a new chapter, one filled with freedom, flexibility, and the chance to explore new places at your own pace. However, it’s important to ask yourself the right questions before taking the plunge. So, if you’re wondering whether RV life is right for you, here are six key questions to reflect on before you make that big leap.

6-day, 1,100 mile RV Road Trip From Pennsylvania to Florida

Can we make it from Pennsylvania to Florida on a 6-day, 1,100 mile trip while battling a coolant leak and solar power struggles? What else could possibly go wrong?

6 Benefits of Living with Less: Simple Tips for Tiny Living

Living in a small space helps to force you to be intentional about what you bring into your life. It's the perfect opportunity to re-evaluate your priorities and focus on what truly adds value. But what if you live in a larger space? Can you still learn to live with less? It's not about depriving yourself of things you love, but about creating an environment that sparks joy and simplicity.

Fort Wilkins Historic State Park⎮Copper Harbor, Michigan

Located on the shore of Lake Superior, Copper Harbor is the remote northernmost community in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in Keweenaw County. The closest US Interstate Highway is about 5 hours away. At Fort Wilkins State Park in Copper Harbor, come with me and visit the fort that the federal government and the US Army built to help maintain law and order during the copper rush.

Exploring Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore from the water and the land

Join me on an unforgettable adventure as I explore the breathtaking beauty of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan! I’ll take you through stunning landscapes filled with vibrant colors, towering cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. Discover the unique rock formations that Pictured Rocks is famous for, including the mesmerizing multicolored cliffs and picturesque waterfalls.

The 3 Best Hikes in Sleeping Dunes National Lakeshore

The famous dunes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan were sculpted by the advance and retreat of huge glaciers of the past two million years. It is the world’s largest collection of freshwater sand dunes, with formations that rise up to 400 feet above the lake. Come with me as I share with you the 3 best hikes I found in Sleeping Bear Dunes that you can certainly do in less than 24 hours, if that's all the time you have to spend there. Along with a few tips that will help you to get the most out of your time in this beautiful National Lakeshore area.

Niagara Falls - The American Side - Waterfall and Camping Guide

Niagara Falls is the oldest State Park in the country, being established in 1885. Like Watkins Glen, I could have stayed all day at the falls just taking in the beauty and the majesty of the water and the rock formations. Niagara Falls State Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, the father of landscape architecture, who also designed the Biltmore Estate link to YouTube in Asheville, NC, and Central Park, NY. This park is about 400 acres of rapids, waterfalls, islands, 15 miles of hiking trails, and the Niagara Gorge.

Letchworth State Park - The Grand Canyon of the East -Waterfall and Camping Guide

Letchworth is the number one state park in the USA and the number one attraction in New York, and it's been on my bucket list for many years. The park itself is 14,350 with 66 miles of trails, located about 5 miles south of Rochester. The three main waterfalls, Upper Falls, Middle Falls and Lower Falls, and the 600-foot deep Genesee River Gorge are awe-inspiring. Like Watkins Glen, I could have stayed all day at the falls just taking in the beauty and the majesty of the water and the rock formations.

Take the Easier Way - How to Hike Watkins Glen State Park

Watkins Glen is a state park in the New York Finger Lakes region located in Watkins Glen, NY, about one and a half hours south of Rochester. The park itself is less than two square miles, but don’t let that fool you. The 19 waterfalls and 400-foot deep gorge are spectacular. And yes, this can be a challenging hike, with many steps to get up into the falls area. However, there is an easier way, and a harder way. Let me share with you the easier way, some of the amazing sights you will experience along your path, and a few tips that will make your day much more enjoyable.

The Road to Nuttallburg, West Virginia

Nuttallburg is one of the abandoned coal mines and towns that is part of the New River Gorge National Park. The town is considered to be one of the best-preserved examples of a coal mining town in the US. There were originally over 100 houses, 80 coke ovens, and a coal tipple with access to the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad. But, you are taking a great chance of having to interact with another car, either on the way down or the way up, and you may end up like I did, waiting for a tow truck to pull me back onto the road.

A Different View of New River Gorge National Park - Fayetteville, West Virginia

Would you walk 851 feet above water, on a 24” catwalk, under a bridge, for almost ¾ of a mile? If you dare, you will get to see New River Gorge National Park from a whole different view, literally.

RV Road Trip to Dollywood and Smoky Mountain National Park

Dollywood has been on my bucket list for a long time. I was supposed to go last year, but I had to change my plans, and sadly, my Tennessee plans were put on hold, including Dollywood. But this year, I did it!! Dollywood and Great Smoky Mountain National Park ❤️

Tips for Traveling with Pets in an RV

Traveling with pets in an RV is so much fun for both you and your pet. In fact, many people choose to travel in an RV because they can take their pets with them. No more having to put them in a cold kennel, or asking a stranger to come into your home to make sure your babies are safe and happy while you are gone. You can take steps to prepare for your pet’s camping life, that will ensure a safer and happy experience for all of you.

One Year Living in an RV Full Time as a Solo Female RVer - including my budget!

Lessons I've learned in one year of living in an RV, including how much it cost. Did I stay within my budget?

Chasing the Winter Sunshine in Florida in my RV

I love Florida, and my family lives here. So it makes sense to spend my winters in Florida in my RV. The milder temperatures in Florida in the winter don’t hurt either. How was I able to spend the winter in Florida for only $4.47 a night? Without struggling to find a campground to stay in?

21 Fun Things to Do In Central Florida - By County

There are so many fun things to do in Central Florida! I’ve lived here since 2005, and I still have a few items on my Central Florida bucket list. In this post, I’ll share with you some of the things I’ve done, as well as the things I still want to do.