In the olden days, which weren’t too long ago, anyone selling an RV was limited to a local consumer base. Aside from classified ads, the options weren’t cheap if you wanted to advertise your sale. Newspaper ads cost hundreds of dollars and paying for radio time isn’t cheap either. However, today’s RV traders and sellers online are finding new and creative ways to reach an eager audience. Continue reading
Observing wildlife in the springtime can be amazing. Animals are coming out of hibernation. The problem comes when campers decide to take advantage of the fact that recently hibernating animals are hungry. They often decide to feed the animals in order to obtain a “closer look.” This is not a good idea. Beaudry RV suggests the following in dealing with wildlife in or around campsites appropriately: Continue reading
With the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and summer travel approaching consumers are watching gas prices with a wary eye. They’re watching for price spikes that could impede planned summer vacations. Up to this point gas prices seem to be remaining fairly steady for 2010, although they are slightly higher than 2009. Experts and those knowledgeable in the industry can make fairly accurate predictions based on: political situations, amount of consumption, cost per barrel, etc. Continue reading
When people realize they can save money traveling by RV as opposed to paying for airfare, hotel and other transportation, the idea of investing in an RV becomes more and more appealing. In fact, 8.2 million homes in America are proud owners or RVs according to RVIA. Camping and spending time close to home is not only helping local economies, it’s also bringing families closer together to enjoy the simpler pleasures in life. Continue reading
One of the first things people think of when they imagine a green RV is solar panels. Solar panels are becoming more common on both RVs and homes. Technology harnessing the earth’s energy is nothing new, but making it affordable is. Solar panels have seen relatively low sales in comparison to the interest in them because of cost. Continue reading