Explore our bougie holiday gift recommendations for RVers! From luxury camping gear to premium outdoor gadgets, this gift guide highlights the best high-end items for RV enthusiasts who will pay to enjoy the finer things at the campground. Welcome to part two of The RV Atlas Holiday Gift Guide! This edition is all about high-end, bougie gifts for RVers. If you’re looking to splurge on a special gift, these premium items deliver on quality, style, and functionality. Each item on this list...

Welcome to part one of The RV Atlas Holiday Gift Guide! In this episode, we’re sharing budget-friendly gifts for RVers that are both practical and unique, all priced between $12 and $75. Whether you’re shopping for a camping buddy, family member, or even yourself, we’ve got you covered with items that bring a bit of extra joy and convenience to any RV adventure. And if you get something for yourself--we promise--we won't tell anyone! SlotDog Hot Dog Slicing Tool – $21.99 Perfect for the...

In this week’s episode of The RV Atlas, we’re diving into a haunted RV road trip with locations across the United States that make for perfect road trip stops—especially as Halloween approaches! Shannon Minner, a ghost hunting and RVing enthusiast, shares her picks for the best haunted spots to visit by RV. From spooky plantations to eerie cemeteries, we’ve got the details on must-visit haunted sites, campground recommendations, and ghostly tales. So buckle up for a paranormal road trip...

Overland Expo East, held in Arrington, Virginia, is more than just a trade show—it's an immersive experience that brings together the best in overlanding culture, vehicles, and gear. Whether you're an experienced overlander or someone looking to get into the hobby, this event offers something for everyone. This year's expo was attended by over 14,500 people from 45 states and countries as far away as Argentina, Denmark, and New Zealand, creating an exciting atmosphere rich with international...

This is part two of a two part series about RVing in Quebec with Gretchen Holcombe from Boxy Colonial on the Road. To check out part one about Montreal and the Montreal South KOA Journey please click here. To listen to this episode about Quebec City and the Quebec City KOA Holiday please click on the media player above or subscribe to the RV Atlas wherever you get your favorite shows. Or simply read on right here for Gretchen's guest blog post. Old Québec City very much feels like...

On this week's episode of the RV Atlas podcast we are excited to welcome Gretchen Holcombe from Boxy Colonial on the Road back on the show to talk about her big summer RV trip to Quebec.  Her family stayed at the Montreal South KOA Journey and enjoyed several days in the most European of Canada's great cities. To listen to Jeremy interview Gretchen please click on the media player above or subscribe to the RV Atlas wherever you get your shows. Or read on below for a guest post from...

We are back from the 2024 Hershey RV Show, and we have some trends, favorite RVs, and other show highlights to share! First, we want to say thank you! We appreciated the many people who stopped our table who read the blog, listen to the podcast, or own our books. You are all so great! We love this little community. It was also great to meet so many new people! We also had fun sharing our “Where Should We Camp Next?” books and debuting our RV Atlas Coffee Company! Soon, you'll have a...

Welcome to another Q&A episode of The RV Atlas podcast. With summer winding down and fall camping season on the horizon, we took a deep dive into our RV Atlas Facebook group to answer some of the most engaging questions posed by fellow campers. Whether you're curious about campfire equipment, RV toilet paper, or unique camping destinations, this episode covers it all.  We chat about some of the hottest camping gear—like Yeti’s new cast iron skillets—and discuss whether high-end...

On this week's episode of The RV Atlas we have several big announcements about our table at the 2024 Hershey RV Show--and we are revisiting "The Future of RVing" podcast that we did ten years ago to see what we got right and what we got wrong. We will be back for the entire run of the 2024 Hersey RV show selling and signing all four of our "Where Should We Camp Next?" including the original, National Parks, Camping 101, and our latest--Budget Camping. We will also have "Where Should We...

On this week's episode of The RV Atlas podcast we are welcoming guest correspondents Dan and Jess Steck for a terrific review of Jellystone Park Petoskey in Michigan. The Stecks recently returned from an epic RV trip to Michigan with their two daughters Penny and Molly, and their two lovable dogs. To listen to our interview with Dan and Jess please click on the media player above or subscribe to the RV Atlas wherever you get your favorite shows. Or simply read on right here for their guest...

Looking for a taste of the relaxing, tropical lifestyle? Camp Margaritaville brings that vibe to its luxury RV resorts, with several locations across the southern US. This campground review of Camp Margaritaville Auburndale will tell you everything you need to know for a great stay at this resort, which lives up to its motto: "license to chill."

On this week's episode of The RV Atlas we catch up on some questions from the RV Atlas group on facebook.  We talk about past RV trips to Acadia, and past RV Trips to Cleveland--and we recommend great campgrounds for both trips. We also answer questions about when to replace smoke detectors and how to deal with mice invading your RV when it is in storage! RV Trips to Acadia We have taken 5 or 6 RV trips to Acadia National Park and our campground of choice is always the Bar Harbor KOA....

If you're looking for a family-friendly campground destination in New York, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Binghamton delivers--with indoor, outdoor, and water activities for kids of all ages to explore. Bring your tent or RV--or stay in one of the glamping accommodations or cabins. Check out this campground review of Jellystone Park Binghamton to find out what makes this park so special.

We are pleased to announce that Jeremy's new camp cooking show Camp Griddemore recently made its debut on Blackstone Griddle's  YouTube channel.  This show is all about easy, fast, and fun recipes that are perfect for the campground. If you want to step up your pancakes, hot dogs, smash burgers, and even your s'mores--then this brand new show is for you! There is a seat waiting for you around the campfire at Camp Griddlemore no matter where you are in your camp cooking journey. So we hope you...

The Pacific Northwest is certainly one of the best places for camping in America--and many of the Campgrounds in the Pacific Northwest are quite simply amazing. On today's episode of The RV Atlas podcast and here on the blog--we are excited to welcome Brooks Smothers from RV Out West. Brooks is an expert on camping in the PNW and he is going to share three of his favorite campgrounds from his beloved home region. from the RV Out West website... "Brooks Smothers grew up in the beautiful...

Jake Erwin, a sales representative for the RV team at Go Power! explains eight RV solar power systems options appropriate for a variety of RVs and situations.

In our latest book, Where Should We Camp Next? Budget Camping we make the case that a Harvest Hosts membership is one of the great values in American camping right now. And the more we use our membership--the more we believe this to be true. An official Harvest Hosts stay is limited to one night--so many RV owners that we know use them as stops on their way to and from destinations. Staying at a Harvest Hosts location is a great way to rest up after a long drive, or to extend a great vacation...

Utah is certainly one of the greatest states in the country for RV travel. It is beautiful from top to bottom and its "Mighty Five" collection of National Parks is on just about everybody's bucket list.  Zion National Park is the most visited of the so-called "Mighty Five" and it is truly one of the most famous and magnificent national parks in the entire world. Jellystone Park Zion (which is located in Hurricane, Utah less than 30 miles away) recently opened its doors to guests and it is...

Spacious Skies Adirondack Peaks is a terrific basecamp for exploring New York State's magnificent Adirondack Park.  After venturing out into the rugged landscapes, you'll appreciate returning each night to this family-friendly campground and it's two pools and other fun amenities.

Our trip to Iceland was like a dream from beginning to end. But our journey along Iceland's South Coast was our absolute favorite part of the trip. This section of our road trip was filled with astonishing waterfalls, quiet hikes, delicious food, great campsites, and so much more.  Read on just below to learn more about this epic stretch of our trip. To read about the first leg of our trip in Reykavik and along the Golden Circle--please click here. To find out about 53 things you need...

Iceland is one of those places that is simply PERFECT for road tripping! The size is manageable, the landscapes are awe inspiring, and the culture is truly amazing. And, the camping culture is particularly awesome. If an Iceland road trip is moving off of your bucket list and onto your to-do list, this post will help you plan your trip, as we share our itinerary, tips, and first-hand experiences from our recent trip. If you can't tell, Iceland simply knocked us off our feet, so we are...

Have you ever dreamed of booking an Iceland RV Rental and taking an epic road trip across the country? We have had that dream for many years--and recently turned it into a reality. The kids stayed at home for this one--and the trip was very much a sneak peek of what travel might look like for us when they fly the coop. We booked a 22 foot (automatic) motorhome rental from Rent Easy Iceland and had an incredible experience with them from start to finish. Below are are 53 things you should know...