RV Lifestyle

Head's up.. coming tomorrow... I'm working today on an RVLifestyle.com blog post that gives a very honest assessment of what promises to be a brutal 2026 RV travel season tomorrow... also... I share an app, Jen, and I created to keep track of our RV Travel expenses in real time, as we make them, that instantly shows how the costs stack up against budget thresholds we set for the trip. We couldn't find anything like this app out there, so we made it ourselves. rvlifestyle.com/budgetbuddy

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Hey! Some of your questions made it into today's podcast - check it out...

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How many of you are camping Memorial Day weekend? If you are, when did you make reservations?

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This week’s RV Podcast News Edition - watch here on Youtube or go to our Podcast Page -- www.rvpodcast.com/taxing-rv/ We dig into a story that could cost unsuspecting RV buyers thousands of dollars, and most people never even see it coming until it’s too late. It’s called the MSRP tax trap.

In several states, RV buyers are being charged sales tax based not on the negotiated purchase price of the RV, but on the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, even when dealers heavily discount the unit. In some cases, buyers are paying taxes on tens of thousands of dollars they never actually spent. We explain how it works, why it happens, and what RV shoppers need to know before signing paperwork.

We also look at a growing controversy over hunting proposals connected to some National Park lands and why outdoor groups are sounding alarms about what this could mean for the future of public lands access and conservation policy.

And finally, we share a fascinating look at the booming overlanding movement and adventure-style RVs that are changing how many people think about RV travel. Rugged rigs, off-grid capability, and expedition-style camping are no longer niche; they are rapidly becoming one of the hottest trends in the RV world.

As always, we’ll also share travel tips, answer your questions, and help you stay informed about what’s really happening across the RV lifestyle.

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And while I'm releasing info on the new app, we just made a huge addition to our Trip Planning Dashboard.
NEW: Find Your Perfect Campground in Seconds
Stop bouncing between five different websites trying to find a place to park your rig. The RV Lifestyle Trip Planner now includes a built-in Campground & RV Park Finder — powered by real-time data from Google and OpenStreetMap.
Just type where you're headed. We'll do the rest.
Whether it's "Yellowstone, WY," "Moab, UT," or that little town your buddy keeps raving about, our planner instantly pulls up nearby campgrounds and RV parks within your chosen radius (10, 25, 50, or 100 miles).
What you see at a glance:
⭐ Real Google ratings & review counts — know before you go
📍 Distance from your search — find the closest options first
🚐 RV Park vs. Tent Campground — clearly labeled so you don't waste time
📞 One-tap call — book directly from your phone
🌐 Direct website links — no Googling required
🗺️ One-click Google Maps — open turn-by-turn directions instantly
🤖 AI-Powered Review Summaries
Don't have 30 minutes to read through hundreds of reviews? Tap the summary button and our built-in AI reads them for you — giving you the honest pros, cons, and "watch out for site #47" insights in seconds. It's like having a fellow RVer scout the place before you arrive.
✅ Add to Your Trip with One Click
Found one you like? Hit + Add and it drops straight into your reservations and trip timeline — no copying, no pasting, no forgetting where you wrote down the address.
Why RVers love it:
"I used to keep 12 browser tabs open trying to compare campgrounds. Now I just search, read the AI summary, and add it to my trip. Saves me an hour every time I plan."
All included in your one-time $39 purchase. No subscription. No upsells. Just better trip planning. And the campground finder is one of many, many features that makes our web-based app the RV Trip Planning Dashboard such a great value.

See for yourself at rvlifestyle.com/tripdashboard

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I'm announcing it here before any of our other platforms or social media. I am excited to let you know that by popular demand, we have created a Road Journal, a web-based app built specifically for RVers: full-timers, weekend warriors, and snowbirds who want to capture every mile, every memory, and every must-return-to spot, all in one place. As many trips as you want. A great record of your travels! See for yourself at rvlifestyle.com/journal

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Over the years, we developed a system for planning stress-free RV trips.
We have now packaged that system into guides, apps, tools, and checklists you can use yourself.
You will find it all here: shop.rvlifestyle.com/

2 months ago | [YT] | 11

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If you have ever spent time in campgrounds, you have probably seen them, the friendly “campground cats” who wander from site to site, charming travelers along the way. But what happens when one of those cats chooses you?

PLUS Our Trip of the Week -- Route 66 in its Centennial Year and why this is the perfect year to drive the Mother Road

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

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Thanks RV Business Magazine for the nice mention - rvbusiness.com/wendlands-publish-rv-lifestyle-guid…

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Some journeys change your destination. Others change your life. In this deeply encouraging episode, we share a powerful Story from the Road that reminds us why the RV lifestyle is about more than travel; it is about purpose, healing, and discovering what is still possible. Whether you are planning your next trip, navigating life changes, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode will speak to your heart.

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