Issue 46 of the Fulltime RVer Newsletter
Some of the headlines in this issue of the best email newsletter for full-time RV enthusiasts and others who want to be:
- Calculate your solar panel requirements
- Columnists point out financial advantages of the RV life
- The perfect club for fulltimers
- Job fairs ease the path to working on the road
- Cleaning up after your pet is almost fun with this product
- Customize your RV furniture
- And more!
RELEASED: January 24, 2008
Published every two weeks. This issue’s email alert was sent to more than 25,000 RVers.
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Senior Citizen Discounts Guide 2008-2009
This annual directory will save you a ton of money. Learn about thousands of senior discounts throughout the USA. Most are not publicized elsewhere. National and local businesses are listed. Learn more.
Calculate your solar panel requirements
If you’re considering buying solar panels for your RV to spend more time boondocking, how do you figure out how much power you’ll need? Here are some handy guidelines.
Find Wal-Mart stores for FREE overnight stays
Let the 2007 Wal-Mart Locator be your guide to America’s favorite superstore. Hundreds of changes and updates, plus 100 new stores. This is the best resource for locating Wal-Mart stores (with driving directions), most of which allow free overnight RV stays in their parking lots. Our low price only $19.98. Learn more or order.
Columnists point out financial advantages of the RV life
Would-be fulltimers have a sound financial reason to move into an RV, according to a recent edition of the popular column “Motley Fool.” The column also offers general tips on how to save money in retirement. Click here to read the column.
The perfect club for fulltimers
RV get-togethers and making new friends are just a couple of reasons to join this large RV club designed especially for fulltimers and people who stay on the road for extended periods. Read this article, then just try to find a good reason not to join. Click here.
Essential for Fulltimers!
2008 Selecting An RV Home Base
For would-be fulltimers, which state to establish an official home base is critical. Picking the wrong state can result in paying thousands of dollars extra each year in taxes or RV registration fees. Don’t let that happen! This best selling guidebook is an essential planning tool. Learn more or order.
Job fairs ease the path to working on the road
Why attend a job fair? Fulltimers interested in work camping will find the session well worth their time, as this report illustrates. Check out the benefits.
Cleaning up after your pet is almost fun with this product
You always clean up after your dog, don’t you? Okay, most of the time. Occasionally, RVers discover they forgot to bring along a plastic bag or newspaper when they walk the dog, and then — well, maybe we can just kick a little dirt onto the mess and cover it up. No more excuses! With this product, cleaning up is easy and convenient. See for yourself.
Latest RV recalls
Each month we list the latest recalls of RVs at RVtravel.com. Here are the most recent ones:
December — November — October — September – August — July — June
2008 American Casino Guide
This bestselling book provides detailed information about every casino/resort, riverboat, and Indian casino in the U.S. Money-saving coupons included plus RV parking rules. Learn more.
Two more great casinos to consider
Casino camping fans: If you’re snowbirding in California or Mississippi this winter, here are a couple of great casinos you may not be familiar with. Read about them, then give them a try. Click here.
Customize your RV furniture
“If you have a few carpentry skills and access to an adequate wood shop (like at a relative’s house) you can make any custom RV furniture you need,” says blogger and fulltime RVing professor Jim Twamley. Why not have furniture just the way you want it in your fulltime RV home? See what custom piece Jim made.
2008 Next Exit Directory
Hot off the Press — BEST SELLER!
Learn what you will find at every Interstate highway exit: gas/diesel, campgrounds, truck stops, casinos, stores, malls, hospitals, factory outlets and more. This is an essential traveling guide to RVers and other motorists. Learn more or order.
Don’t miss this interesting Quartzsite festival
One of the reasons Quartzsite, Arizona, is so popular among RV snowbirds is that interesting activities are going on there all winter. For instance, on Feb. 23 the town will be the site of a colorful state contest. Fulltimers can enter, partake or just observe. More info.
CD-ROM: 2008 Trailer Life
RV Parks & Campground Navigator
America’s most popular RV campground directory is now on 2 CD-ROM disks. The user friendly interface provides the ultimate RV travel planning software for the U.S. and Canada. JUST RELEASED THIS MONTH! Learn more or order.
In the Forums
Eek! Bills!
My wife and I have been doing trying RV travel around the country, but after the first trip we were shocked after we saw the mobile phone bill! We were making a lot of calls to reserve slots at the RV parks and restaurants, but we didn’t know it could cost that much. For experienced RV folk, what do you use to stay in contact?
Fuel calculator
This is a site that I often use. I am not certain that it’s 100% but it’s close. Try www.tripcalculator.org and follow the steps to get your trip costs.
1st, enter your fuel economy: this is your miles per gallon. 2nd, enter your fuel costs in the fuel field. 3rd, enter your average speed for the trip. 4th, click on starting point and final destination. You will end up with fuel costs, number of miles and driving time.
eBooks: INSTANT READING!
With eBooks you don’t have to wait to read your book. Just place your order and your eBook will be delivered almost instantly to your email inbox. You can be reading it moments later. All these eBooks are written by RV experts and delivered instantly in PDF format.
Buying an RV the Smart Way
I Have A Convection Oven in My RV. Now What?
The ABCs of Pop Up Campers
Boondocking Tips - More Fun Without Hookups
Complete Guide to Dinghy Towing
The Woman’s Guide to Solo RVing
A Collection of RV Tips
ABCs of RVing
The 3 Primary Systems of an RV: LP Gas, Water & Electricity
Trailer Towing, Weights, Hitchwork and Backing
RV Check-List
Wow!
RV Retirement. Only $8.95!
Anyone who is close to retirement or who recently retired and is planning to travel all or part time with an RV will find much useful information in this popular book. Cover price $16.95 . Order now for only $8.95.
Meow! Woof! (”Mr. and Mrs. RVer, please help us”)
Looking for a worthwhile activity on your fulltiming travels? Do you love animals? Your help is needed. See if this volunteer opportunity suits you.
Books and DVDs
of special interest to fulltimers
U.S. Military Campgrounds Directory on CD
Guide to Full-time RVing
DVD: Extended and Full-time RVing
Support Your RV Lifestyle
Fifth Wheel Bible
DVD: Fulltiming, The Documentary
FMCA: The best club for motorhome owners
If you drive a motorhome you should join the Family Motor Coaching Association, the largest and best club exclusively for motorhome owners. Many benefits including rallies, local chapters and thick monthly magazine. Special new member price of $35. Click here to learn more or join.
How much does your stuff weigh?
OK, all you full-timers - time to ‘fess up. When was the last time your RV was on a scale, and more importantly, how much does your personal gear weigh? We (two adults, one Golden Retriever) are going to be purchasing a MH in the 35′ range, and we’d like to get a feel for how much payload capacity makes sense.
FRESHLY UPDATED
2008 Guide To The Firearm Laws of the 50 States
RVers who travel with a firearm may not know that what’s legal in their home state may be a felony in another. This guide explains current, specific gun laws for every state. Don’t cross a state line with a gun without knowing the laws! Learn more or order.
RV Travel Blogs: Good reading!
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Great RV Stuff
The latest neat RV stuff in this always fasincating blog. Gizmos and gadgets that might even make your RVing more enjoyable.
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.
RVing Quartzsite
“RV Snowbird Central” for the winter season, home of huge gem shows and flea markets and the land of free camping on government lands.
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.
RVs in the News
“Concentrated RV news.” Practical, useful, and fun news on recreational vehicle issues. Always be up to date.
Casino RV Camping
Learn about casino RV parks, freebie camping, and great deals on gaming and dining for RVers who visit.
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