Owning an RV or class B motorhome is more than a hobby or a retirement investment. Anyone in the community will tell you that RV-ing is a lifestyle. A lifestyle that offers universal appeal to people from all backgrounds in all stages of life. The appeal is felt individually and explained differently by each RV-er you encounter, but the underlying theme is always the same: freedom.
To delve into the world of RVs and motorhomes is to make a conscious choice to live life to the fullest. It is a decision to mold your own life experience and that of your family. It is an opportunity to escape the confines of an all too predictable modern life.
This freedom draws more and more families and individuals to the RV community and compels the most seasoned road warrior to continue seeking the next great experience. One of the things that makes the RV community so great is the general openness and willingness to share info, resources, even food and shelter with fellow RV-ers.
It’s not difficult to understand why the average owner is always in planning mode, counting down the day until the next trip. In the spirit of sharing, we’ve compiled some of the top online resources for trip planning and research.
Below, you’ll find plenty of info to keep you busy in those sleepless nights between trips:
Best RV Motorhome Camping Websites and Programs
The RV community is a very sharing bunch, due in part to necessity. Sometimes, no matter how well you plan or maintain, there is something that will end up leaving you stumped or stranded. Here are a couple links to websites with lots of free, moneysaving tips and programs for RVs and class B motorhomes:
Campendium
This is a new website that features information and resources for finding awesome new campsites. The site is geared towards camping in general, but offers loads of information useful to RV’ers. The site features quality photos and price info for each campground, making it easy to browse and find the perfect stop along your route.
Harvest Hosts
The Harvest Hosts are a network of wineries, farms, museums, and other agro-tourisms sites that allow members with self-enclosed RV’s the opportunity to explore their site for an overnight stay. Oh yeah, and it’s free! This is an awesome, budget friendly way to add a little adventure and culture to your trip.
RV Basic Training
http://www.rvbasictraining.com
This is a major resource for those new to the RV community and actively looking for support. These guys will show you everything you need to know to get on the road safely. They will even come to your house to train you.
Wheeling it
This young, road-tripping couple have committed to a full-time life on the road. They’re love for animals and nature, combined with their extensive engineering background, make for a very interesting and informative blog.
Technomadia
Technomadia is a blog featuring a high-tech young couple who have embraced the combination of technology mixed with the complete nomad lifestyle. They have managed to live on the road for the last 10 years while maintaining jobs in the tech industry remotely. They’re blog contains lots of useful info about general RV topics as well as the implementation of tech into RV lifestyle.
RV Trip Wizard
The RV Trip Wizard is an RV specific trip planner allowing RV-ers to simply enter start and end points, as well as key stopping points along the way. The tool does everything else, calculating distance, fuel costs, number of days, etc.
Fulltime Families
https://www.fulltimefamilies.com
Fulltime Families is a valuable resource for those considering a full-time life on the road, particularly when it comes to children. This site offers information and programs aimed at keeping families on the road for extended periods of time.
RV Park Reviews
RV parks are a home away from home for some RV-ers and an actual home for others. In either case, it’s important to locate a place where you and your companions will feel comfortable. RV Park Reviews offers photos and reviews from actual guests for parks around the country. It can be a vital resource in planning a dream road trip.
