WOW! Beautiful sky and RVs - one of the many reasons to go RVing

WOW! Beautiful sky and RVs - one of the many reasons to go RVing
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Showing posts with label Park Model Homes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Park Model Homes. Show all posts

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Florida RV Parks

Since Florida is a year-round tourist attraction, I figured it would be appropriate to post on this topic.

You can also check out some of the other states' RV parks (not inclusive lists): UT, CO, NV

If wanting to also check out some national parks, the link will lead you to my blog post about them.

I will list websites below, but in case you want to read a book about the subject, here's the one from Amazon that I think is the most appropriate: The Unofficial Guide to the Best RV and Tent Campgrounds in Florida & the Southeast, First Edition

This site is a guide for all states.  You can rent an RV, Park Model Home (view my post on Park Model Homes or my Glossary of Terms to learn more) or other interesting lodging accommodations.  You can also review an RV site, or look for an RV site. http://www.gocampingamerica.com/florida 

This site is very aesthetically pleasing and has much interaction/photos available.  You can look for RV campgrounds, become a member of the camper club and also order an official guide.  http://campflorida.com/

This site mentions Florida's attractions, Florida State Parks, places to stay, how to get where you want to go.  It's mostly geared toward the traditional tourist, not the RV tourist, but you can still find some information that will be useful on the links on the left sidebar.  http://www.floridaparks.com/

For Florida RV Resorts with plenty of wonderful amenities, look no further.  You can rent by the day, week, or month.  There are four locations.   Feel free to check out the website or request a brochure.  http://www.eliteresorts.com/

For a free (I think it's free - you have to enter your name and e-mail address) e-book on RV camping locations, check this out: http://www.ultimatervcamping.com/

http://www.floridaparks.com/

Want cheap RV camping in Florida?  Check out the locations on this site!  It's a club similar to Good Sam Club.  http://www.camphalfprice.com/

RV resorts and parks, great deals, place to enter when you're departing and arriving, Top 5 of what you must visit while going to Orlando, beautiful photos and you can join their e-mail club.  http://www.rvonthego.com/

Happy Hunting!

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Park Model RVs


Click on the pic and it will take you to the site from which I got it (www.rvbasics.com).  You can also read an article called "Retirees are Moving to Park Model Trailers in Upscale RV Resorts" if you're curious about what's happening these days in regards to Park Model RVs.

For a description of what Park Model Campers/Park Model Homes/ Park Model Motor Homes/ Park Model RV/Park Model RV/Park Home, look at my Glossary of Terms.  


There are many sites you can go to find out about Park Model RVs, like:

http://www.parkmodelsdirect.com/ This site lets you choose the US state in which you are looking for a Park Model RV.

 http://www.pinnacleparkhomes.com/ There are many pictures, testimonials, an award they've won, information on different floor plans and different types of Park Model RV/homes that may suit your needs.

http://www.athensparkhomes.com/ WOW!  Beautiful website that talks not only about Park Model Homes, but also Manufactured Homes, Cabins, financing, and shows many beautiful pictures.

http://www.athensparkhomes.com/ Gives a thorough definition about what Park Model RV/Homes are.  You can also find a definition on my Glossary of Terms post.

www.shopping.yahoo.com If you're looking for a used Park Model Home, look no further.


www.suncoasttrailers.com This is an amazing site that shows you the different types/styles of Park Model Homes/RVs.  Some of the Park Models look more like RVs and some of them look more like homes, which is probably why they're called both.

Monday, June 21, 2010

Glossary of Terms

1. Recreational Vehicle - a van or utility vehicle used for recreational purposes, as camping, and often equipped with living facilities. Abbreviation: RV (www.dictionary.com) If you have Dish Network and would like to use it on the road, this might help Dish Network DISH500 Portable Satellite Kit for Campers and RV's Please help me get an RV!

2. Camping/Coleman Trailer - In addition to calling them folding trailers, pop-ups, or fold-downs…you can also call them North America’s number one selling folding camping trailer-a position we’ve earned every year since 1979 (www.colemantrailers.com).
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3. Camper – Also called pickup camper, truck camper. A trucklike vehicle, van, or trailer that is fitted or suitable for recreational camping, or a pickup truck on which a structure fitted for camping is mounted (www.dictionary.com)
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4. Class “A” RV – The Class A motorhome, also commonly referred to as the conventional motorhome, is the largest, most luxurious of the motorized RVs. This motorhome is a virtual "home away from home" on wheels that is fully loaded and equipped for short trips, lengthy vacations or even full-timing. The Class A is entirely constructed on a bare, specially designed motor vehicle chassis SIZE: 21 to 40 feet. COST: $48,000 to over $300,000. (www.rvtrader.com). If you need an RV cover for your Class any of your RV types, you can find many sizes on Amazon.com similar to this one ADCO Dupont Tyvek Class A RV Cover - 37'1" - 40' w/ or w/o bus style mirrors

5. Class “B” RV – Also commonly referred to as the van camper, the Class B Motorhome is a panel-truck that has been customized to include temporary sleeping, eating and bathroom facilities. SIZE: 16 to 21 feet. COST: $33,000 to $65,000 (www.rvtrader.com).

6. Class “C” RV - The Class C motorhome, sometimes referred to as a mini-motorhome, provides the conveniences of a larger motorhome in a scaled-down version and at a lower price. The Class C is built on an automotive manufactured van frame with an attached cab section SIZE: 20 to 28 feet. COST: $39,000 to $67,000 (www.rvtrader.com).

7. RV Fifth Wheel - This trailer is mounted to a special hitch in the bed section of the pickup truck. You will recognize it from the "gooseneck" section that extends over the towing truck. It rests for support on the bed of the truck via a horizontal plate that resembles a wheel (ergo, "fifth wheel). Your tow truck will need to be specially equipped to accept this hitch. Although you will not be able to use the bed of the truck, the fifth wheel usually locates the master bedroom in the section that is supported by the truck bed. This trailer measures from twenty feet to over forty and its features, although potentially stripped down, can compare to a high end travel trailer. The larger models are built strong to withstand road stress and have slide out rooms for increased square footage. And like the travel trailer, there is no engine, so no trips to your mechanic for a tune-up (http://www.abbysguide.com/recreational-vehicle/guide/fifth-wheel.html).
If looking for a trailer hitch, look no further Curt Manufacturing 16125 Curt Q5 5Th Wheel Hitch

8. Toy Hauler – A large RV used to transport sports vehicle, or the like (definition based on the picture found on www.toyhaulersrus.com) – just the shell of an RV. If you need a power generator, 3500 Watt Generator with wheel kit - PULL Start - NO Electric Start - Dependable, Quiet Standby Power

9. Park Model Homes -Park Model Homes of Texas are recreational homes primarily designed as temporary living quarters for recreation, camping or seasonal use. They are built on a single chassis and mounted on wheels (http://www.parkmodelsdirect.com/AT/index.asp). If you are selling your Park Model Home, or any other RV, you may need this N.A.D.A. Recreation Vehicle Appraisal Guide (May Through August)

10. Travel Trailer RV - A travel trailer is a unit designed to be towed by a car, van or pickup by means of a bumper or frame hitch, the travel trailer provides all the comforts of home and is perfectly adaptable for weekend getaways and family vacations (http://www.richardsonsrv.com/TravelTrailers/tabid/517/Default.aspx).
Are you a collector? If so, here's a find The Miniature Travel Trailer Kit

11. Sport Utility RV - The sport utility RV, or SURV, is for the active family that wants to take motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATVs or other toys on the road. Available as a motorhome or towable unit, the rear end of the SURV drops down, forming a ramp for access into a “garage” area where motorized toys can be safely stored, separated from the living quarters by a wall. Size: 19-39 ft Costs: From $21,000 to $58,000 new Sleeps: Up to 8. Has kitchen, dining, bathroom, entertainment and storage. Slideouts in some models, which move the RV wall outward up to three feet at the touch of a button to create larger living areas (www.gorving.com).

12. RV Resort – A lot to park your RV while on a vacation (their definitions were way too long and more of an advertisement, so my definition based on many websites researched).

13. RV Beach – An RV resort that is located near a body of water (same as above).

14. RVing – The act of traveling in an RV; similar to going fishing or camping (as one will probably do all three).