Snowbirds & RV Travelers

Bristol’s biggest claim to fame happened in 1927. Bristol Sessions came about when Ralph Peer, a producer for Victor Talking Machine Company, later RCA Victor, wanted to record “Hillbilly music.” Ernest Stoneman, an Appalachian musician who with his wife, Hattie, was already recording for Victor, suggested Bristol. At the sessions, Peer recorded 76 songs by 19 musicians or gr

About an hour east of the i95 from Richmond or two hours southeast of the acclaimed Civil War attractions in Fredericksburg, Mathews County and the county seat of the same name serve as a winter destination in this region of Virginia.Mathews County in Virginia’s Middle Peninsula is plotted with a number of rural communities with access to two RV parks, scenic downtown districts,

The American state of New Mexico is known as ‘The Land of Enchantment.’ Its captivating culture blends indigenous, Hispanic and American cultures into being American. New Mexico’s future was established with the Viceroyality of New Spain [Nuevo Espana] in 1535, Mexico in 1821, and the United States in 1848. To understand New Mexico, five major attractions make this state ench

Small towns are the perfect getaway for Snowbirds. Why fight traffic and spend time hunting for parking spots when you can visit small towns like Gaffney with so much to see and do without all the big city hassle? Gaffney in Cherokee County is known as “The Peach Capital of South Carolina” because at one time, Cherokee County produced more peaches annually than the entire state

The Sunshine State is one of the top snowbird destinations in the U.S., especially for Eastern and Central North American snowbirds. But Florida is not a homogenous state with identical winter experiences. History and topography have shaped Florida’s regions into unique realms with different attractions, adventures, and cultural lifestyles. After spending years vacationing in Flo

It’s snowbird season, and you’ve decided to set out on a journey with a fifth wheel. It will become a reliable and comfortable home base during your travels. There are several benefits of owning this class of RV. One of its distinguishable differences from any type of travel trailer, however, is the fifth wheel hitch, which mounts in the bed of the tow vehicle and positions the

RVing in the winter isn’t limited to snowbirds visiting southern destinations. Many enthusiasts north of the border embrace the snow and cold temperatures, using their rigs to set up camp at local ski resorts or select parks to partake in seasonal cheer and enjoy outdoor recreation.These activities lead to the use of lithium-ion batteries, as well as other types of batteries, and

We made going home an adventure by exploring the scenic coastal states of California, Oregon, and Washington.Many full-time RVers typically spend their winters snowbirding in Arizona to escape the cool and dreary weather in British Columbia. On a recent trip home from the Grand Canyon State, we decided to drive west toward Los Angeles and experience the famed U.S. Route 101.Story a

RV parks, golfing, sporting events, and day trips into Mexico—this West Texas destination will keep you active all season.Nicknamed Sun City due to its 300 days of annual sunshine, El Paso’s is perched at 1,158 m (3,800 ft) above sea level. The many attractions in El Paso, TX, draw more than two million visitors every year. One of the novel distinctions of this westernmost poin

From expansive beaches and natural attractions to art galleries, museums, and even an award-winning zoo, there’s so much to see in Jacksonville that it’s easy to spend a few days there. If you’re passing through, to, or from your main snowbird destination, there are several worthy attractions not to miss.Todays podcast was written by Kathleen Walls and presented by Perry Mack