Rocking the RV Life shares stories and valuable tips on the journey of living full-time in an RV. Hosted by Jeff Kinzbach and his wife Patti, Jeff is a former top rated morning radio dj from Cleveland, OH. Two weeks after retiring, Jeff and Patti sold their home and hit the road to participate in the RV lifestyle. After almost a year of traveling, they experienced wonderful places, as well as had plenty of issues that have set them back. That is when Jeff decided to start producing a weekly ...
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111. Wrapping up Two Years of Podcasting: Goodbye for Now
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our last podcast episode, as we wrap up 2 years of podcasting. It was a tough decision to make, but we decided that we want to travel without any deadlines or obligations. In this episode, we reflect on our favorite podcasts that include many of the incredible highs, some of the low points and the unexpecte…
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110. Game Changer New Coachmen RV: Plus What Aerosmith Did in a Motorhome
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In this episode, get ready for an exclusive insider's perspective. Greg Sirpilla unveils the latest innovation in the world of recreational vehicles. As a manufacturers rep for Coachmen RV, he has unique insights into the cutting-edge features and design elements that make this new Coachmen RV a game-changer in the industry. But that's not all – Gr…
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109. B Vans: Why They are Rocking the RV World
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Embark on a thrilling journey into the world of B Vans with the ultimate van expert, Becky! In this podcast episode, Becky shares her extensive knowledge and passion for these versatile vehicles. She uncovers the myriad of reasons why B Vans are capturing the hearts of adventurers and travel enthusiasts worldwide. Transitioning seamlessly from thei…
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108. Finding a Great Life on the Road and Her Real Father
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Desirae shares a deeply moving story of her life-altering discovery about finding her real father. Zach and Desirae are a young, full time RV couple who courageously traded the comforts of a conventional life for the boundless freedom of the open road. Join us as we dive into their RV lifestyle and find out how they embrace a simpler, more fulfilli…
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RVers come together to share the weird, quirky, and downright dumb things they've encountered on the open road. Listen as RVers and campground/park employees recount the absurd, the baffling, and the head-scratching moments they have seen. Join us as we roll through the lighter side of RV life. Expect the unexpected. Buckle up for laughter, camarad…
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106. Exploring Life in a Tear Drop Trailer with Joe Schmoe
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Meet our neighbor, Joe Schmoe! Yes, that is his real name. Joe lives and travels in a 15-foot Tear Drop trailer, allowing him the freedom to venture far off-road, embrace the solitude of boondocking with solar power, and relish the absence of immediate neighbors. Although he occasionally joins the communal spirit of RV parks, such as Thousand Trail…
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105. RV Life: Unusual and Strange Experiences from on the Road
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Unusual and strange experiences. In this episode, we talk about five unusual & strange experiences we've encountered recently on the road, including an RVer driving with the awning fully extended and disgusting swarms of insects. Also, an unexpected delay at the fuel pump due to a wrong-way driver would prove to be more than just an inconvenience. …
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104. Cost to Live in an RV Full Time: Our Epic 3 Year Anniversary
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Join us as we celebrate our incredible 3-year anniversary of living and traveling in our RV. We break down the costs associated with this unique lifestyle. From fuel to campground fees, you’ll gain insights into the financial side of RV living. Learn how this journey has changed our lives for the better as we experience the freedom of going whereve…
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103. From Ohio to Arizona and Beyond; 8 Places We Love
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This week, join us as we delve into 8 places we love; our extraordinary destinations we had the pleasure of exploring in 2023. You won't want to miss this opportunity to gather valuable insights and perhaps add a few of these remarkable 8 places to your travel wish list. Plus, stay tuned for our 2 honorable mentions, featuring two unmissable Nation…
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102. Awesome Food, Fall Colors, and Excitement in the Pacific Northwest
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As we travel across the north United States we see magnificent fall foliage, find the ultimate chicken sandwich, and turn you on to two great destinations in Washington State. Listen as we visit Issaquah and their 54th annual Salmon Days Festival. We explain how the miracle of the salmon cycle affects all of us. We also turn you on to a beautiful B…
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101. Another Couple Suddenly Quits RVing: Find Out Why
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What happens when you make a wrong turn in a large RV while towing a Jeep behind it? We talk about our experience on a narrow mountain road near Glacier National Park and what was waiting for us at the end of it. Speaking of "end," we talk with our good friends and YouTubers Jeff & Steff of Jeff & Steff's Excellent Adventure about their sudden deci…
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100. Why You Should Visit Glacier National Park and an RV Catastrophe
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Montana rocks! In our 100th podcast we take you from Bozeman to Great Falls and then beyond to the magnificent Glacier National Park. Learn why we think Glacier National Park is one of the best and why we advise you to visit East Glacier and West Glacier. Plus, you’ll hear about some of the people we met along the way and why there are vehicle size…
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99. Last-Minute Yellowstone: An Unexpected Amazing Adventure
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Join us on an unforgettable journey as we embarked on a spontaneous adventure to Yellowstone National Park with no prior plans or reservations. Surprisingly, we discovered that spontaneity can lead to some of the most incredible experiences, and we're here to share our story and insider tips with you. In this episode, we'll show you how to seize th…
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98. Exciting Adventures to Explore on Your Drive Across the Northern USA
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Exciting adventures to explore is our topic on this weeks podcast. Join us as we embark on an RV road trip across the picturesque landscapes of the northern USA. Our journey will take us through the beauty of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the enchanting city of Duluth, and the rugged splendor of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. In this podcast, we i…
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97. Think Motorhomes Suck: This Towable is Highly Recommended
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Which RV is best for you? Last week we talked about the 7 reasons why we love having a motorhome. We live and travel fulltime, so it works for us. This week our special guest, Dave Johnson, talks about his fifth wheel. A Grand Design Solitude. From a bumper-pull to a fifth wheel, Dave has owned and traveled in many RV’s. Find out which one he likes…
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96. 7 Reasons Why We Love Our Class A Motorhome
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What is better? A motorhome or a fifth wheel? We discuss our 7 reasons why we travel in a class A motorhome rather than a fifth wheel or any other type of towable. When you live and travel full-time in an RV it’s important to have the right one. It has to fit not only your budget but also your lifestyle. There really is no answer as to which one is…
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95. Find Out Why This Adventurous Couple Decided to Quit RVing
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Jim and Melinda Mantel are going to quit RVing. Join us as they share their incredible adventures and funny stories. From the majestic mountains of the Pacific Northwest to the charming coastal towns of New England. They have journeyed to a multitude of destinations in America, collecting memories, friendships, and experiences that will benefit you…
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94. Solo Female RV Traveler Living Full Time Has Horrible Setback
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Meet Jenn. She lives in her RV and travels solo with her furry friends. There are two things she advises an RV traveler to have, one is roadside service in case you break down, and two always have your pets chipped. Listen as she describes her travels and tribulations. Recently, while in her car, she was hit by an unlicensed driver with no insuranc…
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93. He Managed Some of the Biggest Rock Stars: Hear His Incredible Fascinating Stories
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Step aboard for a ride through the greatest years of music with a dynamic Rock Star manager, Clevelander David Spero. The stories will amaze you. David has personally managed some of the biggest rock star names in Rock and Roll. Rock stars like Joe Walsh of the Eagles, Cat Stevens, Michael Stanley, Kenny Loggins, Dave Mason, Dickey Betts, Jesse Col…
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92. RV Life Unfiltered: The 7 Realities They Don't Show on Social Media
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Welcome to this edition of Rocking the RV Life, the podcast that will take you behind the picture-perfect scenes of the RV lifestyle! Join us as we explore the reality of RV living that social media doesn't always reveal. Our 7 realities go beyond the glossy filters of social media and gain a deeper appreciation for the RVing lifestyle in all its a…
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91. Hiking the Grand Canyon: How to Prevent a Catastrophe
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In this episode, we have a special guest - our very own daughter, who undertook an extraordinary feat by hiking the Grand Canyon National Park from the top to the bottom at the Colorado River and then back up! As temperatures soar and heat-related incidents in our national parks become more prevalent, this interview is a timely and crucial conversa…
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90. Unexpected Twist: Jeff’s Triple Bypass Open Heart Surgery Experience
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Join us as we face the challenge of Jeff's Triple Bypass Open Heart Surgery Experience. In a sudden turn of events, Jeff found himself facing the daunting reality of open heart surgery. The diagnosis of needing a triple bypass was not only unexpected but life-altering. Things can change when you travel especially in an RV. Always expect bumps in th…
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89. Top 12 Most Unusual Things We Have Seen While Traveling Full Time
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In this offbeat and unfiltered podcast, we explore the unconventional side of life on the road. Strap in as we tell you about our top 12 most unusual, unexpected, and sometimes bizarre experiences that defy the norm. From seeing RV’s running over utility boxes to having a truck run into us. We bring you 12 accounts of crazy and most unusual things …
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88. They Figured out How to Make a Good Living While Traveling
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Can you live life to the fullest on the open road and make a good living? Absolutely. Meet Dan Tekempel, a skilled RV mobile technician, and his wife Rachel, a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN), as they share their stories of how they reinvented themselves and left winter in the rear-view mirror. Dan explains how he became a certified RV technician a…
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87. Jeff and Patti live On Stage: Rocking the RV Life
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Join Rocking the RV Life as we playback our unforgettable live show at the iconic Music Box Supper Club in Cleveland, where we bring you a rollercoaster of tips, tricks, and side-splitting stories, all recorded live for your entertainment. All hosted by Plain Dealer Travel Editor Susan Glaser. Hear about our life on the road, how we got started to …
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86. We’ve got Your 10 Wacky and Unusual Roadside Attractions Here
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Join us on an unforgettable journey across the highways and byways of America as we uncover the hidden gems of roadside attractions that will leave you amazed and hopefully delighted. Explore these eccentric roadside attractions from the iconic Beer Can House in Houston, Texas, to the enigmatic Hole in the Wall in Utah. Ever wondered what it feels …
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85. Exploring Life on the Road in a Converted School Bus
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This week we have a captivating podcast that invites you to embark on an extraordinary adventure in a converted school bus. This couple has chosen to live life on their own terms. Meet David and Cherie Bartels. Kindness and compassion to others are Dave and Cherie’s calling cards. Their spiritual way of dealing with challenges is very refreshing. I…
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84. Our Top 5 Reasons Why We Love Rocking the RV Life
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We delve into the five key reasons that fuel our passion for this unique way of life. From making new friends to having less stress. We also talk about how embracing full-time RV living grants us the ultimate freedom to roam, unrestricted by traditional boundaries. It’s been over 2 ½ years since we started our life on the road traveling. In our top…
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83. On the Road: Exploring Sandusky, Ohio’s Brand New Hidden Gem RV Resort
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The Great Lakes area is perfect for RV adventures, especially the islands of Lake Erie near Sandusky. Put-in-Bay, Kelleys Island, Middle Bass and more are fun, but they fill up fast with boaters, campers and RVers. However, we just stayed at the brand-new Bayfront RV Resort at Cross View, a luxury RV and cottage resort located on First Street along…
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82. RV Campground Owners Share Their Amazing Stories and Surprising Challenges
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This week we take you on a fun journey into the world of a family-owned RV park. Step into the lives of the owners of Maple Lakes Campground in Seville, Ohio, as they share their challenging, and often hilarious experiences running the business together. RV campground owners Bob Romeyn and his daughter Mistina Koppes recount the challenges they've …
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81. How to Find Cool Jobs While Living the RV Dream
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Traveling is awesome, especially if you don’t have to worry about finances. But traveling can also provide opportunities to earn a living while exploring breathtaking landscapes. In this episode, we explore how to find cool jobs work camping with our guests Jody and Luke Duquette from workamper.com. Learn how to use their website to blend work and …
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80. Our 10 Greatest Adventures Can be Your Awesome Adventures Too
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In this episode we discuss our 10 amazing places you should consider visiting this summer! We visited them last year and they have our seal of approval. They can be your awesome adventures too. If you’re itching to get out and explore new destinations, whether it’s a coastal getaway, an adventure into Canada, or a National Park, we've got you cover…
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79. RV Life: Big Decisions to Make Before You Live and Travel in Your RV
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Joining us on the podcast is Patti's twin sister, who shares her own perspective on this unconventional lifestyle choice. In this podcast, we explore the pros and cons of this lifestyle choice, including the financial benefits and the challenges of downsizing and adjusting to life on the road. One of the biggest factors in this decision is the stre…
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78. Do We Love it or Hate it: Pros and Cons of Our 1 Year Old Class A Motorhome
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Do We Love it or Hate it? Welcome to our podcast where we'll be sharing our experiences of owning our new Class A RV motorhome for a year! In April of 2022 we bought a new Newmar Kountry Star motorhome. We're excited to share with you all the things we love about our class A motorhome, as well as some of the things we don’t like about it. One of th…
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77. Navigating Rocks, Arches and Horrible Weather Plus How to Save Money While on the Road
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Join us on an epic journey through the stunning landscapes of Utah, as we explore the red rocks of Monument Valley and the natural arches of Arches National Park. But our adventure doesn't stop there! Along the way, we'll encounter unexpected challenges, including getting snowed out in Colorado. But fear not, because we've got a secret weapon in ou…
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76. 5 Things We Would Have Done Differently RVing Knowing What We Know Now
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Our travels have taken us to Monument Valley, Utah where we are doing this podcast. You might want to consider this area for your bucket list. The scenery is beautiful and very unique. In this podcast, we take a reflective look at our RV travels and share some of the lessons we learned along the way. From taking more time to research RVs to getting…
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75. Our Top 10 Complaints That Could Make You Rethink RVing
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We’ve been traveling fulltime in our RV for almost 3 years, and we’ve seen and learned a lot. That is why we have put together our top 10 complaints. Traveling in an RV can be an amazing experience, offering the freedom to explore new places and the comfort of having your own home on wheels. However, there are also some downsides that come with RVi…
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74. Keeping Up With the Mantel's: Where Are They Now?
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We are keeping up with the Mantel's. Patti and I catch up with our good friends Jim and Melinda Mantel who live and travel full time in their RV. They have been on episodes 12, 13, 14 and 50. They’re about to celebrate their two-year anniversary of being on the road and just completed a trip from Arizona in the southwest to Florida in the southeast…
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73. Want Things to Go Better in Your RV Bedroom? Our Top 12 Must Haves
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RV bedroom must haves! If you're someone who loves hitting the road and exploring new destinations in your RV, then you know how important it is to have a comfortable and cozy bedroom to come back to at the end of a long day. From bedding to lighting and everything in between, we've rounded up 12 must-have accessories that will take your RV bedroom…
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72. Awesome Traveling Robert: What Happened and What’s Next
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Traveling Robert is our special guest. Thousands who travel especially with RV’s adore him. Just as many live vicariously through him as well. His creative and unique style of documenting his travels with videos entertain over a quarter of a million followers on his YouTube channel. Listen as we talk with Traveling Robert about the funny place we m…
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71. Great Advice From an RV Boot Camp Instructor Plus A Black Tank Warning
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In this episode, we're chatting with RV Boot Camp instructor, Kevin Vaughn. He gives you great advice! RV Boot Camp is a training school for your vehicle. We discuss the challenges of dealing with inadequate RV warranties. And we ask, is a 1 year RV warranty enough? Many are complaining about the frustration of expensive and overcrowded campgrounds…
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70. The Runaway RV Pet Plus a Colossal Fight
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What happens when you take a walk in the RV park after dark and see 3 people frantically searching RV sites for their lost RV pet? Patti tells the story of a loveable RV pet that got loose and tried to outsmart everyone. We also talk about a couple of great memories from Las Vegas including a guy walking down the strip with a bottle of liquor in on…
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69. 10 Awesome RV Essentials for Comfortable and Happy Travel
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It doesn’t matter if you are a fulltime RVer or someone getting ready for the new camping season, we give you ideas about how your RV travels can be a more pleasurable experience with these 10 beneficial RV essentials. These items either help us maintain our RV, make working and doing business on the road easier, improve meals and time spent cookin…
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68. Rolling With Success: A Look Inside This Fun Family's RV Full Time Life on the Road
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Meet Jimi and Sandi Falin. Rolling with success, their story is remarkable. They live and travel in an RV with their three children. What’s even more remarkable is that they have created a very popular YouTube channel called, “Try N Something New.” They have almost, 500,000 subscribers on YouTube and over 630,000 on TikTok. You will hear them tell …
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67. Mouse in the House - Which Way - Good and Bad Camping in Las Vegas
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We are Rocking the RV Life in Las Vegas with some big decisions ahead of us. Do we head north or south? Glacier National Park in Montana or Big Bend National Park in Texas? Jackson Hole or Key West? We also talk about some of the things we see in Vegas RV parks. Because it’s expensive doesn’t mean it’s good. Patti recounts the mouse mystery and we …
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66. How to Cook Great Meals in Your RV Plus Valuable Tips
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What is the secret to cooking good food in your RV? Listen as our guests Jeff & Steff from the YouTube channel, “Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure,” share their formula for fast and tasty meals. Most agree that counter and storage space is limited in RVs so having the right kitchen gadgets is important. Find out about a multi-purpose appliance tha…
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65. A Day in the RV Life: Why We Suddenly Changed
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In this podcast we talk about our decision to suddenly change our plans. Most people who travel in an RV have a certain route or destination and they stick to it. The beauty of RVing means most of the time you can change that. It doesn’t matter what the reason is. Perhaps it’s the weather, the campground, the view, the neighbors, or you just need s…
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64. Meeting RV Love, Valuable Advice From Marc and Julie Bennett
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How do you find the best and most reliable information about traveling as well as living fulltime in an RV? In this case, it was several sites down from us in the same RV park!! Our guests this week are bestselling authors Marc and Julie Bennett of RV Love. They’ve written two books about RVing. Living the RV Life: Your Ultimate Guide to Life on th…
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63. Best Time and Place to Buy Your New RV Financially
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What is the best time and place to buy your new RV financially? Can you go to an RV Show and leave with an exceptional deal on an RV? Get the answers from our special guest, Frank Wyzywany, Midwest Sales Manager of Tiffin Motorhomes. The Tiffin brand is known for their quality. Frank also updates us on the current market conditions for RVs as well …
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62. New RV Statistics, Winter Camping Fun & Critical Tire Safety Tips
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This podcast is shorter than normal due to our appearance at the RV Supershow in Cleveland. But it still packs a punch with good information, including new RV statistics and much more. Also, more and more RV owners are winter camping. In a recent survey, most RVers said they want more cold weather capabilities from manufacturers. We talk about ways…
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