Traveling Ideas

Need a catchy name!

Seems like every great RV blogger/vlogger has a catchy site name. I too need to come up with something so I can start writing about my adventures. Until I have something, I will continue to add my notes here.

Update [8/5/2017]: Got one (I think)! From now on all posts will happen over that the Tux Travels blog. https://tuxtravels.com/

Musts for an RV

• Dual ACs
• 50 Amp
• All LED Lights
• Dual Axel

What kind of RV do I want?

This is still an undecided item. Motorhome (Class A, B, & C), travel trailer, fifth wheel????? They all have pros & cons.

Here I will list models that I like:

Motorhome

Class A

A Class A with a tow car would be a great way to start this adventure, but a good floor plan is big and pricey

• Coachmen Mirada 35KB (At almost 37' it's longer than I'd like, but I do like the layout)
  • http://www.coachmenrv.com/product-details.aspx?LineID=48&ModelID=1753#Main

Class B

These are pretty much a high end conversion van. Really doubtful I'd go this route. I look at them though, and will list any floorplans I find appealing

Class C

If I were top go the motorhome route, a Class C would probably be my choice, but I have yet to find a good layout in the sub 30' range

Travel Trailer

• 2017 Grand Design Imagine 2670MK
  • https://www.granddesignrv.com/showroom/2018/travel-trailer/imagine/floorplans/2670mk

• CrossRoads Sunset Trail Super Lite SS210FK
  • http://crossroadsrv.com/sunset-trail/model/SS210FK

Fifth Wheel

I think this is my least likely option as a starter RV for me

• 2018 Keystone Fuzion 369 (Toy Hauler)
  • http://www.keystonerv.com/fuzion/#/floorplans
  • http://www.haylettautoandrv.com/rv/coldwater+mi/keystone+fifthwheel/8717/keystone+fuzion+369

Conversion

Lately I've been watching a lot of videos on bus conversions, so I guess that means it's another RV option. While some of these conversions are simply outstanding, they took a lot of work by very handy individuals. Doubtful that I'll end up going this direction, but I will keep options open.

Update [8/4/2017]: I've actually been warming up to the idea a of school bus conversion. Not that it's ultimately what I want to use, I believe it can facilitate getting started sooner and cheaper.

Skoolie - Short Bus Conversion

• Based on this bus size, space is very limited, so I would need a good floor plan design
• Expected interior dimensions of a short bus 15'L x 7.5'W x 6'H

Musts

• Fresh water tank (for showering and sink)
• Propane (for cooktop, heat, and possibly fridge)
• Solar as well as shore power connection (Want to be able to charge batteries off grid, but also want to connect at an RV park)
• Toilet and a shower inside the bus (probably the trickiest must with the lack of space)

Trailer/Camping Accessories

• Garmin RV 760LMT Portable GPS Navigator - http://amzn.to/2qCZkBP
• X-Chock Wheel Stabilizer - Pair - http://amzn.to/2sb5RWr
• TireMinder A1A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - http://amzn.to/2saCoMi
• Camco 43051 20' Sidewinder Plastic Sewer Hose Support - http://amzn.to/2saCAeu
• Camco 39742 RhinoFLEX 20' RV Sewer Hose Kit with Swivel Fitting - http://amzn.to/2qCJ3Nx
• Camco 22505 90 Degree Hose Elbow - http://amzn.to/2qD0e1b
• URPOWER Tactical Flashlight - http://amzn.to/2rRDpvx
• Black Diamond Spot Headlamp - http://amzn.to/2rRyPgG
• RV Flag Pole Kit Motorhome Flag Kit - http://amzn.to/2saJtg3
• RV Flag Pole Multi-Colored Solar Beacon - http://amzn.to/2rRIDHJ
• RV State Sticker Travel Map - http://amzn.to/2saZWB1
• Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X 30A Digital Surge Protector - http://amzn.to/2qCVecZ
• Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X 50A Digital Surge Protector - http://amzn.to/2rRYrua
• Camco 22853 Premium Drinking Water Hose - http://amzn.to/2rkInQI
• Travel Berkey - http://amzn.to/2qxPSkk
• 1-Person Inflatable Kayak - http://amzn.to/2rH2ZiA
• Oxygenics Brushed Nickel Body Spa RV Shower Kit - http://amzn.to/2vXc4GB

How to make money and live full time in an RV

I'm starting to research ways to have income with this lifestyle

Nothing in this list is vetted, just adding info as I come across it

• Mechanical Turk (Something with Amazon) - https://www.mturk.com/mturk/welcome
• Flexjobs - https://www.flexjobs.com/jobs
• UserTesting - https://www.usertesting.com/

Places to visit and camp

Canada

• Banff National Park - http://banffnationalpark.com/
  • KYD visits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ED9HQdTRyAc

United States

Delaware

• "Look we're in Delaware" - Wayne Cambell https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQEwJdhfddk&feature=youtu.be&t=1m14s

Florida

Destin Beach

Massachusetts

• Normandy Farms Family Camping Resort - http://www.normandyfarms.com/

Montana

• Havre Beneath the Streets - http://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/specialty-tour/havre-beneath-the-streets.html

Texas

• Magnolia Beach - Free beach camping https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnolia_Beach,_Texas

Wisconsin

State Park Camping - https://wisconsinstateparks.reserveamerica.com/

Interesting Travel Websites and Apps

• Harvest Hosts - https://harvesthosts.com/
• Boondockers Welcome - https://www.boondockerswelcome.com/
• Allstays - https://www.allstays.com/
• Campenium - https://www.campendium.com/
• Free Campsites - https://freecampsites.net/
• Atlas Obscura - http://www.atlasobscura.com/
• Roadtrippers - https://roadtrippers.com/ [IOS/Android]
• RVillage - https://www.rvillage.com/

Bloggers/Vloggers to follow

• Keep Your Daydream (KYD) - http://www.keepyourdaydream.com/
• The Motorhome Experiment - https://www.youtube.com/c/themotorhomeexperiment
• Sprinter Van Conversions - https://bearfoottheory.com/
• Crazy Family Adventure (from my same hometown) - https://www.crazyfamilyadventure.com/