Snowbirding, like RVing, is a lifestyle. It’s not a vacation; rather, it’s a temporary relocation to a warmer climate. “Snowbirds” are people who live in northern parts of the country and choose to “fly south” where it is warm and sunny. Florida, Texas, and Arizona are popular locations for snowbirds to gather. Will you be [...]
Looking for a straightforward setup, comfortable living space, and easy towability—without needing to upgrade your current vehicle? Then explore the wide range of lightweight travel trailers designed to fulfill your RVing dreams. This type of RV is popular for a reason. We spoke with Karen Gilcher, Sales Representative at General RV Center, Wixom, Michigan, to [...]
You have your wheel chocks and leveling blocks to help you avoid some RV movement while stationary and to keep the RV in place, but do you still have rocking going on when people are walking around or it’s windy outside? A stabilizer may come in handy and change it all. Gary Wheeler, MORryde International, [...]
Have you ever been in the situation of needing an RV tech? Earlier this year, the RV Technical Institute unveiled its “Find a Certified Technician” Map, a resource built for RV owners to find a proficient, certified RV tech when those unseemly problems arise. MARVAC touched base with Monika Geraci, spokesperson for the RVTI, about [...]
There’s nothing quite like the gleam of an Airstream. With its polished aluminum shell and unmistakable silhouette, it’s more than just a travel trailer—it’s a symbol of freedom, adventure, and craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. For many, owning an Airstream isn’t just about hitting the road; it’s about embracing a lifestyle, creating [...]
We talk a lot about how to store and take care of your RV when it’s in long-term storage, typically over the winter months. But if you are “weekend warrior,” then your RV is still sitting around a lot during the high RV season. So, how do you protect your RV when it’s out of [...]
Although we love exploring sights and trails and waterways and beaches and museums (for starters) when we’re RVing, there is something special, too, about staying on site and simply putting your feet up or exploring the immediate area. Many private campgrounds and RV resorts have high quality amenities and activities, such as pools, arcades, fishing [...]
Let’s be honest, there is a lot of pressure being placed on families these days. There are a lot of things from a lot of directions looking for our attention, both for kids and adults. This often means family time gets pushed to the back burner. We need to take family time back – and [...]
While your RV offers respite from the busy, frantic world, the one space within the RV that should be an oasis is the master bedroom. This is where you can rest and recharge as much during the day reading the book as getting sound sleep at night. You want to ensure that your bedroom space [...]
RVing allows us to visit new and beautiful places. That’s a big reason many of us got into RVing in the first place. But it’s not all roses. There is a very real side to RV travel and RV ownership that can be stressful and daunting. However, if you take proactive steps and are prepared, [...]
