Are you prepared for the end of the world? That’s the latest talk anyway about the solar eclipse coming up.  Whether or not you believe that is true, chances are your eyes will be glued to the sky around 1:00pm on Monday, August 21st.  But where will you be watching from? There are plenty of viewing parties around Austin. Here’s a list of where to go. The University of Texas in Austin will be hosting their viewing party at the Robert Lee Moore Hall.  The party will begin at 11:41am and run until 2:39pm, the precise times are in thanks to the scientific d ..read more

Pets are like family members, some go everywhere with us! So your camping trips shouldn’t have to be any different right? Right! Here are a few pet friendly camping spots near Austin, TX that feel the same way and go out of their way to make our fur-babies feel welcome. Leander/NW Austin KOA KOA campgrounds are known for their credibility and this one is no different.  Located just northwest of Austin in Leander, TX this KOA borders the Texas Hill Country.  They offer spacious pull thru sites with full hookups for your RV.  Cable and Wi-Fi access is available for all guests as w ..read more

It’s the first extended weekend of summer! What are you going to do with your extra time off? Many of you will be packing up your RV’s and heading to a campground near or far.  Whichever direction you are headed, make it the best Memorial Day trip ever with these awesome tips! Memorial Day Cooking Forget the typical burgers and hot dogs on the grill this Memorial Day, spice things up a bit and try these delicious chicken skewers.  Tropical Chicken Fajita Kabobs Amazingly delicious grilled chicken kabobs! You'll be glad you tried this recipe. Ingredients 1.5 Pounds Chicken ..read more

Best Weekend RVing Tips for Spring Spring is finally here and that means its officially camping season!!! Get out your RV, dust off those old maps, and start planning your next weekend road trip.  There are a few tips to keep in mind when preparing for your travels. Preparation is key! Campgrounds can fill up fast on the weekends in the spring, especially because many schools are still in session during the week. To avoid losing out on your favorite camping spot, reserve ahead of time.  Reserve America has hundreds of campsites all over the United States that allows you to book your ..read more

Best “Little Gem” Travel Destinations 2017 When you think of top travel destinations many people think of the more popular towns such as Daytona Beach, FL; Denver, CO; or Nashville, TN.  But there are smaller, lesser known towns out there that have so much to offer and are those little hidden gems that you won't regret traveling to.  We’ve got a short list of the best "little gem" towns to visit in 2017. Taos, New Mexico- This charming little town is a perfect example of Spanish influence and culture in the modern world.  The scenery is beautiful, being covered in hundreds ..read more

There 417 National Parks in the United States; 59 that include the word “National Park” in the title.  Each one is special in its own way. So how do you know which ones are the best to visit?  Many people just pick the most popular and most visited parks, but some people like to explore a few of the ones that are less visited and avoid the crowds.  We’ve got a list of the top national parks to visit in 2017, in no particular order, that includes a variety of both well-known and not as well-known parks in the United States. Yosemite National Park: One of the more well-known Nat ..read more

It can be hard, at times, to keep an organized RV. There are a lot of things you may need on your travels and a lot of things you will pick up. But have no fear! We will give you our top tips for organization this year.  1. Utilize Vertical Space/Work Up  When you are constantly on the move and don't have a lot of space to work out, working up is a very good solution. Putting a few hangers on the inside of your kitchen shelves for pans and pots, a magnetic strip on the back of your kitchen counter for knives, and a few door hangers or shoe hangers in your bedroom closet are excellent ..read more

Hit the Beach this winter: RVing on Padre Island There’s something to be said about the beauty of Padre Island. It’s the longest barrier island in Texas and the second longest island in the United States. With white sandy beaches and lots of warm sunshine, thousands of tourists flock to the island every year. Padre Island is divided into two separate areas by the Port Mansfield Channel; North Padre Island and South Padre Island, and has two wildlife refuges made to protect the best parts of nature that inhabit it; South Padre Island National Seashore and Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refug ..read more

This time of year is a favorite for many.  The clean, crisp fall air, the changing colors of the leaves, bon fires under the stars, pumpkin flavored everything, and of course the fall festivals.  Austin is home to many fall festivals and activities that are fun for everyone. Here are a few that you can check out this season. Fall Fun Harvest at Sweet Berry Farms- Sept 26th through Nov 8th (closed Wednesdays) Sweet Berry Farms is a family owned farm in Marble Falls, TX with fun activities for the whole family.  In the spring you can pick your own berries and in the fall you pic ..read more

Are you ready for 24 days of live music, live animals, games, crafts and much, much more!? Head on over to the State fair of Texas.  Every year, thousands of visitors flock from around the state to visit the state fair in Dallas.  This year the fair runs from September 30th through October 23rd.  It’s the longest running fair in the state with plenty of things to do and see so you better start planning your visit now. Over the course of the 24 days, there are 75 live concerts featuring 24 grandstand acts from big names such as country star Kacey Musgraves, Colton Dixon, and Nell ..read more