RV Miles Podcast

On this episode, we talk about the best and the worst of bus life. Plus, the latest on FMCA's upcoming 100th convention and a new RV GPS unit. 

It may not be on your radar as a major vacation destination, but on this episode of RV Miles, we’re here to prove to you that Mobile, Alabama should be on your short list for your next week away. Join us as we talk battleships, historic homes, Mardis Gras parades, and more.

We talk about our full-time travels every week here on the show as parents, but what’s it like from a kid’s perspective? Parking can be expensive in any big city, we’ve got a big tip for saving some cash, and as we look for our new RV, we’ve got some insights on the buying process fresh in our minds as we dot the "i"s and cross the "t"s on our new travel trailer.

It’s officially outdoor eating weather - and food safety is on our mind. We’ve got tips for avoiding foodborne illnesses. Chrissy Teigen and John Legend plan on taking an epic RV trip - will we see them on the road? A new app will help you identify the mountain peaks and hilltops around you using augmented reality. And the Gulf Shores of Alabama know how to treat tourists right - we recap our whir...

It’s memorial day weekend, and there are a lot of travelers on the road. How many? AAA gives us the details. Pairing a tow vehicle with am RV trailer sounds like a simple equation, but it’s a lot more complicated we realized. We’ve got some tips and an update on our search for a new truck and RV. And with the unofficial start of summer here, we have the tips you need to know to beat the heat when...

We’ve been on the road for over two years now in our converted school bus. We’ve been border to border and coast to coast twice now: Is it time for us to make some big changes? You’ve heard all the stories about shady salespeople and poor service, but is the fear of camping world really what it seems? Major news on the mobile internet front, and it’s not good. And one of our favorite places on ear...

Thor Industries and KOA want to urge RVers to clean up America’s public lands—will you pitch in? Will a gasser get you by or do you really need a diesel engine in your new truck or motorhome? And whether your buying or selling an RV, Paige Bouma from RV Trader has all the tips, as well as some of her best RV travel advice on this episode of RV Miles.

What sounds like a big problem might not be...you might want to clean your RV out before spending thousands on repairs. An aluminum truck camper might change the way we think about an RV style that’s due for an upgrade. Tiffin’s Vanleigh Fifth Wheels know how to treat their customers to quite the party. And where can you go for sandy beaches, decadent food, and some Changes in Attitudes, and Chang...

Togo is taking the RV world by storm with their all-in-one app and now their new Roadlink router coupled with the absolute best unlimited cell data option available. We have all the details straight from the source. More and more people are camping, but just how many more might surprise you. Try 61% of U.S. Households. There’s a combo RV and beach mat that lets the sand and dirt flow right through...

Owning an RV is a big investment, so everyone wants to know as much as they can about the lifestyle before making the big purchase. On this episode of the podcast, we asked RV owners to tell us what surprised them after they purchased their first RV. Also, more and more businesses are facing the scrutiny of consumers who want to know their hard earned money is going to a company who will use it re...

RV Miles takes you down on the Red River this week to the Shreveport-Bossier area in Louisiana, where we had cajun and creole food, and got to visit some great museums. We also talk with pitchup.com about their new resource for booking campgrounds and let you know what day of the week is the best to buy gasoline. All that, plus news and a new brain teaser!

It's one of our favorite times of the year! Let's kick off the camping season together with our 2019 Gear Guide, full of all kinds of great products to help you have a great time on the road or at the campground! 

This week on RV Miles, the podcasts, audiobooks, and music we listen to while we're driving down the road to pass the time. Plus we have two listener questions, one about what we do with seasonal clothes as full-time RVers, and one asking for tips to help solve the difficulties with summer campground booking. Plus, news, a new brain teaser, and more!

On this slightly belated episode of RV Miles (a few glitches in our weekend!) we cover our time in Dallas, Texas — including the great things we got to do on the Dallas CityPASS, like the zoo and the Perot Museum. It's a great town with lots to do! 

RV Miles is filled with all things RVX this week! RVX is the new annual trade show for the RV industry, and we have Mark Koep from campgroundviews.com reporting on his takeaways from the experience. Mark also talks to us about his website and some futuristic campground booking ideas coming to fruition very soon on the platform. Plus, we have a list of this years top quality-rated RVs, some news, a...

On today's episode of RV Miles, the unexpected things we've learned in the past 2+ years traveling the country. Everything from many shoes we carry, to how fast we drive, to what type of coffee maker we've finally settled on. All that, plus news, a new brain teaser, and more!

Today's RV Miles kicks off with a whole slew of RV news, from new products to industry sales numbers. Then, we brush up on spring de-winterizing and camping prep, before we dive into the first of our two main topics: The campground of the future. What will campgrounds look like in 10, 20, or 50 years? With self-driving RVs and voice recognition, will campgrounds retain their important connection w...

This RV Miles episode takes us to the wonderful city of San Antonio! Join us as we explore the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, the Alamo, and all of the great food San Antone has to offer. Yes, everything is bigger in Texas, even the gas stations. We also have an update on the changes coming to Roadtrippers, a new brain teaser, and more! 

On this episode of RV Miles, we have an interview with Katie Larsen, editor-in-chief of go-van.com, about her life as a solo traveler, and how the #vanlife movement has swept the world. We also have some tips for boosting your RV fuel economy and saving some cash. In the news, four big stories: a new National Park, a change to the popular Roadtrippers app, a Jellystone camp-resort that is excludin...

On this episode of RV Miles, we get personal with some thoughts on managing your travel expectations in order to get the best out of a journey. We also have a whole bunch of RV travel and care tips, a new brain teaser, and a whole lot more! Sponsors L.L.Bean This year,  L.L.Bean  is joining up with the National Park Foundation, the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, to help y...

The longest government shutdown in American history has ended, and as we all know, it took its toll on our National Parks. Many people are looking for ways to help, so on this episode of RV Miles, we brought Robert Mathias, Chief of External Affairs with the National Park Foundation, on to talk about their organization's efforts, including the new Restoration Fund and volunteer opportunities.  We...

This week's RV Miles covers lots of tips and trips for folks that are new to the outdoor lifestyle — how to visit a National Park or other public lands for the first time. Then we talk with Staci Ritchie-Roman from Wholesale Warranties about the ins and outs of extended RV warranties. You're going to want to bookmark this one! We also have lots of news and the answer to last week's brain teaser!

RV Miles hosts Jason and Abby take you along with them to the Windy City as they visit the Chicago Boat, RV & Sail Show, as well as the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show where Abby was able to hear celebrity travel experts like Rick Steves and Samantha Brown Speak. Then we have a great interview with Doug Uhlenbrock from the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) about the benefits of membership, the...

On this episode of RV Miles, we've got all the tips and tricks you need to know to survive and thrive at an RV show. Now is the season for the most RV shows and the best deals. Plus, we give you the low-down on utilizing laundromats on the road, and a whole lot of RV travel news!

On this episode of RV Miles, we're talking all things auxiliary power. That's everything you use when the RV isn't plugged in: solar, batteries, and generators. We also have tips for transitioning kids to full-time RV life, a great option for exercising at health clubs on the road, and all the latest news — including the latest on the government shutdown and its effect on national parks and federa...