| From RVbookstore.com RVtravel Newsletter Weekend of December 15, 2007 Issue 305 of RV Travel  Shop RVbookstore.com for the HolidaysOne & two-day shipping available thru Dec. 20 Don't shop for your favorite RVer at the Mall. It's just boring stuff. Head to RVbookstore.com for the world's largest selection of books and DVDs for RVers. Check out our special Holiday Gift Ideas Department. Our service is speedy and our prices low. FREE shipping on orders over $49! Editor's Corner By Chuck Woodbury I messed up on last week's issue. The problem was the headline in its email alert: "Why some casinos say 'No' to RV parking." Thousands of readers clicked the link, where they found a posting on our casino camping blog that was far from comprehensive: it didn't come close to living up to the promise of the "Cover story" headline. I received a hundred angry emails, and other readers voiced their disapproval in the comments area of the blog posting. Here is the explanation of how the headline came to be. In racing to get the issue done, I saw the posting on our website about why casinos don't always allow RV parking, and I just wrote the headline without reading the article carefully. Big mistake and certainly not very professional! In the end, it wasn't that the blog posting by Jane Kenny was bad, it just wasn't comprehensive enough to deserve the headline treatment. And so for those of you who were let down or even angry about my violation of good journalism practices, I apologize. * * * To back up a little, the article was prompted by a letter we posted earlier from an RVer who had been treated rudely at the Thunder Valley Casino in northern California when he tried to park his motorhome in the parking lot. The casino that had once welcomed RVers suddenly and without explanation proclaimed "No RVs Allowed." Jane Kenny's posting explained the casino's change of policy but did not explain why, which is what readers wanted to know. So I followed up to get an explanation. My discussion with the casino's PR representative not only got me an answer but it prompted the casino to once again permit RVs in its parking lot (we think). Read my story. * * * Get an email alert for upcoming issues of this newsletter. It only takes 20 seconds to sign up. Your email address never sold or shared with outsiders. No exceptions! 
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2007 RVIA show in Louisville reveals latest RV products The annual Recreational Vehicle Industry Association show in Louisville, Kentucky always offers a fascinating display of the latest RV models and innovations. The industry-only show features products that will soon be on the market. This year's show just ended. Read this report for the highlights. 1929 RV isn't your typical Winnebago Did you know that RVs existed as far back as the Coolidge administration? Take a look at this oddball motorhome from 1929.  Best Seller! 2008 Next Exit DirectoryBe the first to get this hot-off-the-press directory. Learn what you will find at every Interstate highway exit: gas/diesel, campgrounds, truck stops, casinos, stores, malls, hospitals, factory outlet stores, parks and more. Learn more.
This Week's Reader Survey Have you ever stayed overnight for free in your RV in a casino parking lot? Answer here. Last week's survey question Past reader surveys and results.
What to look for in an RV storage facility Some RV storage facilities are better than others. If you're thinking about putting your RV in one for the upcoming winter, protect your trailer or motorhome by doing some research to make sure the facility you choose is secure. More information. Use this product for thread-less RV faucets Some faucets RVers want to use for filling the water tank or flushing the holding tank lack threads. How then to you attach the hose? Simply holding the hose end to the faucet results in a slow flow and a very wet arm. Here's a better idea.
Contest updates: Cash prizes now total $676.00 Our Pot of Gold Contest cash prize is now $315, and the pot at our Your Name is Money contest is now an impressive $361. Check weekdays between 8-2 (Pacific time) to see if you're a winner.  Heaven on Earth - Enjoy nature in Tennessee If you prefer a breath of fresh air without actually getting your heart rate up, Tennessee is your kind of sightseeing tour. Come unwind in Tennessee, a state known for its abundance of natural resources in eye candy. Learn more. Older RV workcampers have plenty of company RV workcampers know that the majority in their group are seniors or well into middle age. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) has compiled some interesting statistics about older Americans who are still working. And the organization has a program designed to help seniors find jobs, even if they move from state to state. Click here. Solo RVers know where the buck stops When you're a solo RVer, you can't ask your partner to take care of this or that; you've got to do everything yourself. Blogger and solo RVer Adrienne Kristine knows all about making her own arrangements, as she describes in this post. Click here. All about RV batteries  and solar battery chargingThese products will make you an expert! Here it is: the dinghy of the future What? You're still towing a conventional dinghy behind your motorhome? If you're the type who wants the latest and greatest of everything in the RV world, chances are this innovative design will make you say, "I've got to have that!" Check it out. Mississippi Gulf Coast casinos rise from destruction Just a couple of years after suffering catastrophic damage from Hurricane Katrina, the Mississippi Gulf Coast casino industry is back in action. Enthusiasts of casino camping and gaming might want to visit the area to try out the rebuilt facilities. Read this report. Cute little Chinese RV shows off in USA At the big RV trade show in Louisville, Kentucky, the first Chinese import RV was shown off in a trade show setting. iCamp Elite is an 14' teardrop-type trailer that tips the scales at less than 3,000 pounds and is designed for towing behind a 6-cylinder vehicle. Learn more and see a pic of this cute little RV.
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A bright future for RVing despite economic downturn? Major RV manufacturers have turned in poor economic performances lately, but the RV industry's biggest organization says that the future of RVing is bright. See why. Pop-up trailers offer much more than mere economy Some RVers assume that pop-up trailers are spartan units intended for simple weekend camping trips. Well, maybe they used to be, but no more! Read this review and watch the video to see how much pop-ups have evolved.  Bob and Judy Howen set off in their motorhome to Alaska via the Alaska Highway. See and hear what they experienced on the road and on the return ferry trip. See campgrounds and experience the highway right through the windshield of the Howen's motorhome! Learn more order Trivia. . . Explorer RV Insurance
Develop a plan of action before a fire occurs.  The RV Kitchen: Fix It in Foil Travel trailer versus fifth-wheel: which is better? If you're thinking about buying your first RV trailer, you'll have to decide betwen a travel trailer and a fifth-wheel configuration. What's the difference? Which is better? This article has the answers. Try this picnic salad from the RV Kitchen In the RV Kitchen this week, chef Janet Groene shares the secrets of a delicious picnic salad made from leftovers. Give it a try. The recipe.
Great Reading in our RV Travel Blogs FEATURED BLOGS: RVs in the News "Concentrated RV news." Practical, useful, and fun news on recreational vehicle issues. Always be up to date. Great RV Stuff The latest neat RV stuff in this always fasincating blog. Gizmos and gadgets that might even make your RVing more enjoyable. RV Tech Tips with Mark Polk A veteran RV technician, gives useful tips and advice. Working on the RV Road Get up-to-date about news and information about earning income while RVing. Boondocking Do you use your RV away from utilities? Here you'll pick up tips on how to do it, and learn about some great places to boondock. RV Short Stops Our RVtravel.com blogger's favorite places to visit in their RVs -- Great suggestions for places to visit on your own travels. Casino RV Camping Learn about casino RV parks, freebie camping, and great deals on gaming and dining for RVers who visit. Fulltime RVer If you're a fulltime RVer or plan to be someday, then stop by for the latest news and information about fulltiming. See the complete lineup of RV Travel blogs Books and DVDs about Full-time RVing Largest selection in the World. Protect your truck camper while it's in storage Truck campers that have to be stored for the winter can be damaged by moisture if they're not adequately protected from the elements. Check out this storage idea. It's sure better than a tarp.
Check out our RV Travel Forum discussions Inside walls of RV RV shows on television Ogilby Road/Yuma, AZ/CA? and Algodones Best winter spots How much to pay? Terrific books & DVDs Press releases Chevy-Workhorse Class C chassis upgraded for 2008 Dec 13, 2007 Recent, significant changes in the 2008 Chevy-Workhorse Class C motorhome chassis are expected to further boost the growing market share the platform experienced in 2007. Four Winds introduces Class A Fun Mover sport motorhome Dec 13, 2007 Four Winds International has introduced a Class A Fun Mover sport recreation vehicle to its 2008 line-up. Model 34Y combines the comforts of a Class A motorhome in front with a roomy garage area in back. Beginners Guide to RVing Are you a novice RVer, or are you just beginning to plan becoming one someday? If so, you will learn an incredible amount about RVs and the RV lifestyle at the popular website NewRVer.com . Christmas gifts for the next generation of RVers Haven't completed your Christmas shopping yet? Get the youngsters on your list interested in RVing and camping with these neat, fun, RV-related toys. They're great as birthday gifts, too! Click here. RVers play big role in growth of WiFi Wifi is an important Internet tool for RVers, who often select established campgrounds or overnight dry-camping sites on the basis of wireless Internet (WiFi) availability. This report has some interesting facts on WiFi. For instance, the continent with the most hotspots is not the one with the most connections. The report includes RVers' projected role in the growth of WiFi. Click here.
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Make sure your fire extinguisher is ready for action You know how important it is to have a fire extinguisher in your RV (in your tow vehicle or dinghy, too). But do you maintain it? That's right, some fire extinguishers need periodic rehabilitation. Read more.
Worth Pondering 2008 RV Show Schedule 2008 Dinghy Towing Guide now available If you plan to pull a vehicle behind your motorhome, the 2008 Guide to Dinghy Towing is an essential resource. Get the scoop about every vehicle that is approved to be towed behind a motorhome. Learn more or order. Read back issues of the RV Travel newsletter. Click here. RVs for sale at NewRVer.com. See them here. RV Travel staff Editor and Publisher: Chuck Woodbury. Contributors: Russ and Tina De Maris, Gerry Bruder, Jim Twamley, Jaimie Hall. Forum Administrator: Adrienne Kristine. Office Manager: Jody Allcott. Fulfillment Manager: Erin Hanson. Web Operations Guru: Zoey Platt. Clapper/Loader: Emily Woodbury. Stress Relief: Mikey the slinky dog. Everything in this newsletter is true to the best of our knowledge. But we occasionally get something wrong. We're just human! So don't go spending $10,000 on something we said was good just because we said so, or fixing something like we suggested (check with your own technician first). Maybe we made a mistake. So be sure to check things out. At RVbookstore.com we strive for excellence in all we do and that's the honest truth (as opposed to the dishonest truth). Our customers receive really, really fast service. We move so fast in sending out a customer's order that sometimes we pass through the sound barrier, which really upsets our neighbors. Our motto is "You need it so we speed it," and no truer words were ever spoken! RVbookstore.com and RVtravel.com are members of the Better Business Bureau. We are proud commercial members of the Escapees, the Family Motor Coaching Association and a sponsor of the 2007 Life On Wheels Conferences. RV Travel is copyright 2007 by RVbookstore.com. Our International Headquarters: RVbookstore.com, 170 W. Dayton Street, Suite 103, Edmonds WA 98020, USA, Earth, Milky Way, Known Universe, Unknown Universe, Expanding Universe. Find Free RV Campgrounds © Copyright 2007 by RVbookstore.com |
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