RV Miles Podcast

The kid tax, the site-lock fee, lodging taxes, and more—we're running down all the different hidden fees we've seen at campgrounds and RV resorts. HOMECOMING tickets are now on sale! Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Tickets are available at https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/321 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *RVPostings.com - Your go-to platform for buying and selling RVs. *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

This week on the podcast, we take a look at what life is like RVing with teens versus when we started out eight years ago. We've got some tips and activity suggestions for this often-overlooked season of family travel. Plus, our first camping trip of the season is in the. books! We share all the details of RVing to New Glarus, WI, and one very surprising fact about visiting on the weekend. Fresh tank/black tank has us talking dogs and the new CDC ruling, severe summer weather across the country and so much more! Tickets for HOMECOMING are now on sale! Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Tickets are available at https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/320 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Claim your free Liquified RV Toilet Treatment bottle: https://liquifiedrv.com/freebottle * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com *Use code RVMILES for 25% off your next RV Mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles or get 35% off through the end of May!

On this episode, Brooks Smothers of the RV Out West podcast joins us from the Puyallup RV show to talk about great spots in Washington and Oregon to camp that might not be on your radar. Plus, we recap an RV industry insider event about the future of RV manufacturing. Learn more about Care Camps here: https://carecamps.org/ Tickets for HOMECOMING are now on sale! Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Tickets are available at https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/316 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

Last week we asked the RV Miles community about the best RV advice you've ever heard, and this week, we're sharing the other side of it. The WORST RV advice you've overheard or have had someone give you. Plus, what percentage of people don't cancel reservations they aren't going to use? @Thedyrt has the answer. The Dyrt camping reporter episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fOiUN7pIdY&list=PLuy3kElTY-GeeA2TrLwCjKDJ8sX2A-4Q6&index=11 Tickets for HOMECOMING are now on sale! Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Tickets are available at https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/316 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *RVPostings.com - Your go-to platform for buying and selling RVs. *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

We asked the RV Miles community about the best RV advice you've ever heard, and we got some great answers to share with you. Plus, why aren't RVs just a little bit more accessible for people with disabilities? And some big changes in the world of mobile internet. Tickets for HOMECOMING are now on sale! Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Tickets are available at https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/316 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Use code RVMILES for 25% off RV Life Pro at https://rvlife.com *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com *Get 25% off your next RV Mattrress at rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES

This week, we take a look at that High-Value Load list of truck stops that are supposedly unsafe to stop at. Is it legit? Plus, we share some of our favorite ways to overnight and dive into the latest news stories in our tanks. Tickets for HOMECOMING are now on sale! Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Tickets are available at https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/316 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * RVshare: RVMILES30 for $30 off a rental of $500 or more at https://RVshare.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

This week, is RVing the cheapest way to vacation? A recent RVIA report featured in RV Today Magazine seems to think so. Our thoughts on the data, plus are you new to towing or driving an RV (like Abby)? If so, we've got plenty of tips, tricks and first-hand accounts on ways you can safely build confidence to tow or drive your RV. This discussion is great for all you seasoned RVers (like Jason)! Fresh tank/black tank has us talking self-driving cars, why we don't need April Fool's, dumpster fire healthcare, and the return of a program aimed at closing the gap and elevating trade jobs. Discounted tickets for HOMECOMING are now on sale for Mile Marker Members. Save $25 a ticket by becoming a Mile Marker today! Annual memberships are only $70 (that's $20 for the year after saving $50 on your HOMECOMING ticket!). More info at RVMiles.com/milemarkers General public tickets go on sale April 15th so grab your discount today! More information at: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ RV Today Magazine: https://rvtoday.com/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/315 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://amzn.to/3PN9OgK * RVshare: RVMILES30 for $30 off a rental of $500 or more at https://RVshare.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

This week, after six incredible months, our Baja to Alaska adventure comes to an end with an incredible trip to Seward, Alaska. Join us as we wrap up the adventure of a lifetime and recount a week filled with conflicting emotions and memories of a lifetime. Plus, Campspot shares it's top 10 RV Resorts across the country and we are surprised to see how many we've been to. All this, plus our weekly fresh tank/black tank picks. REMINDER: Tickets for HOMECOMING go on sale for Mile Marker Members on April 1st and the general public on April 15th. More information at: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ Campspot Article: https://software.campspot.com/campspot-awards/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/314 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * RVshare: RVMILES30 for $30 off a rental of $500 or more at https://RVshare.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com *RVPostings.com - Your go-to platform for buying and selling RVs.

This week on the podcast, we recap our time in Homer Alaska, our second-to-last RV destination on our epic 2023 Baja to Alaska adventure. Plus, we've got the dirt on The Dyrt's 2024 Glampy Awards, a shocking insurance data discovery and why are we embarrassed for Camping World? REMINDER: Tickets for HOMECOMING go on sale for Mile Marker Members on April 1st and the general public on April 15th. More information at: https://rvmiles.com/homecoming/ Glampy Awards: https://thedyrt.com/press/the-2024-glampy-awards-the-dyrt-recognizes-the-top-10-glamping-destinations-in-the-u-s/ IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/313 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * RVshare: RVMILES30 for $30 off a rental of $500 or more at https://RVshare.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

This week we are going way back, to a simpler time, to a time of campsites with full hookups under $50 and gasoline under $2. We'll take a look at what RVing cost in 2019, 2014, and 2004. Come be surprised along with us. It's the first annual RV Miles' "5, 10, and 20's of RVing." Plus, we've got ticket release dates for HOMECOMING and you're going to want to mark your calendars! IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/312 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * RVshare: RVMILES30 for $30 off a rental of $500 or more at https://RVshare.com * Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com

This week, Abby shares a very scary severe weather story that caught everyone at the intersection by surprise. Plus, we continue our Baja to Alaska adventures with one of our favorite places during the trip - Talkeetna, Alaska. We've got the food, the campground, and a ride on the Alaska Railroad. You won't want to miss this incredible destination recap. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/310 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com * RVMILES30 for $30 off a rental of $500 or more at https://RVshare.com

In this episode, we share some tips from our friends at RVshare about finding the path of totality and viewing the upcoming big solar eclipse on April 8th. Plus, some updates on the Grand Design Frame Flex Frenzy, and more. Solar Eclipse Resources from RVshare: https://rvshare.com/solar-eclipse-2024 Josh the RV Nerd's video: https://youtu.be/JE_J9m97YRE?si=AhWu16C5HZZYYYcI Big Truck, Big RV's Lippert Part 1 Video (there are 3 in total, we recommend them all): https://youtu.be/GF-lsJ7c8vg?si=r7sqVfsKZyxVp8fP IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/310 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Get free shipping from eTrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://liquifiedrv.com

In this episode we come to you live from the Seattle RV Show. Plus, Josh Winters, AKA Josh the RV Nerd from Bish's RV joins us to chat about his favorite new RV brands and innovations, along with a new initiative from Bish's to dramatically reduce the time it takes to get an RV repaired. Watch Jason and Abby on @komonews Seattle: https://youtu.be/ak-oXLuounI?si=EhThfxRMM3nreo_B IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/309 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Get free shipping from etrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://Amazon.com/shop/rvmiles

In this episode, Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, shares all the details of the company's 2024 Camping Report, including the surprising news that booking a campsite is finally getting easier — even if it's still 4 times harder than it was pre-pandemic. Plus, the RV Miles community shares some top travel-day tips. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/308 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Get free shipping from etrailer on orders of $99 or more at https://www.etrailer.com/?etam=p0001 *Get 25% off your next RV Mattress at rvmattress.com/rvmiles with code RVMILES *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://Amazon.com/shop/rvmiles

In this episode, we're covering some of the pros and cons of motorhomes and trailers. Plus, what is a full-time approved RV warranty? We have the details, along with a few stories about getting pulled over in Chicago. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/307 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Get free shipping from etrailer on orders of $99 or more at etrailer.com/rvmiles *Use code RVMILES for 25% off RV Life Pro at https://rvlife.com *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://Amazon.com/shop/rvmiles

This week, we share some truly horrifying camping experiences from Reddit, and we recap our favorite places outside of Denali National Park, like the Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theater and 49th State Brewery. The Cracked article with the camping stories: https://trivia.cracked.com/image-pictofact-11052-22-horrifying-experiences-people-had-while-hiking-or-camping IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/306 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Use code RVMILES for 25% off RV Life Pro at https://rvlife.com *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://Amazon.com/shop/rvmiles

In this episode, we share our thoughts after visiting the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa on all the new models and floorplans. Spoiler alert: this wasn't a huge year for innovation. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/305 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Use code RVMILES for 25% off RV Life Pro at https://rvlife.com *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://Amazon.com/shop/rvmiles

In part 2 of our 3-part Denali series, we're covering some of our favorite parts of this wonderful park: our Discovery hikes in the backcountry, and the Teklanika River Campground. Plus, we get out the crystal ball and talk about it about what the Florida RV SuperShow and 2024, in general, will hold for RV manufacturing. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/304 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Use code RVMILES for 25% off your next RV Mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at https://rvmattress.com/rvmiles *Liquified RV Toilet Treatment: https://Amazon.com/shop/rvmiles

In this episode, we begin a 2-part discussion on our visit to Denali National Park & Preserve. Find out about the sled dogs, moose, grizzleys, where to camp, and more. Plus, we debate outdoor TVs on RVs and whether or not they're a fun feature or a campground nuisance. In fresh tank / black tank, Pierce Brosnan has been fined for going off trail at Yellowstone, Ford has been caught fudging numbers again, and more. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/303 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Learn More about Lectric E-Bikes at https://lectricebikes.com

In this episode, we're sharing some hopes about the future of the now trillion-dollar outdoor recreation industry, the RV industry, and more. Plus, the Cybertruck range extender underwhelms, and perhaps the worst national park idea we've ever heard of. IMPORTANT LINKS: For all the links to today's episode visit https://RVMiles.com/302 Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member at https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Sign up for our weekly Road Signs newsletter: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist Support our Sponsors: *Visit L.L. Bean to find your next great piece of gear: https://llbean.com *Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com *Download the Parkwolf app for Apple devices here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkwolf-u-s-national-parks/id1596595516 *Learn More about Lectric E-Bikes at https://lectricebikes.com