Tag Archives: Offgrid

Road Trip – Georgia to Quartzsite, Arizona

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Travel Happy

  Every winter catches me itching to head for the Sonoran Desert in southern Arizona. I normally head for Quartzsite, Arizona, a small town with approximately 3500 residents, located on I-10, some 15-18 miles east of the Colorado River and … Continue reading →

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Solo Camping

Posted on May 17, 2024 by Travel Happy

Being a solo camper who always enjoys camping off grid, I’m occasionally asked about this lifestyle. I’m one of those guys that enjoys a certain amount of solitude. That’s not to say I’m a total loner or dislike people; on … Continue reading →

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High Clearance Vehicles

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Travel Happy

A high clearance vehicle is a vehicle that has more space between the ground and the lowest part of the vehicle, such as the chassis or the axle. This allows the vehicle to drive over rough or uneven terrain without … Continue reading →

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Boondocking Safety in An RV

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Travel Happy

Too many RV’ers are unable to enjoy the wonders of boondocking because of safety concerns. Most RV’ers look for amenities and full hook-ups when camping. The reason for this seems to be their concern for safety, therefore they will opt … Continue reading →

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A Bridge in the Desert

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Travel Happy

After retiring and purchasing a van that I converted to a small mobile home, I began traveling and exploring the western part of our great nation. Of all the beauty in our western states, Arizona won me over almost immediately … Continue reading →

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Categories of RV People

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Travel Happy

RV people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting in my travels include at least four kinds, all of whom are a part of the lifestyle, they just happened to go about it differently. I’ve been friends with every kind and … Continue reading →

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Tips for Seniors while Hiking

Posted on July 19, 2021 by Travel Happy

The great outdoors is for all of us, young and old. When we speak of enjoying the outdoors, visions of camping and hiking appear. When outdoors, we can all benefit health wise from the sun and fresh air. This is … Continue reading →

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How to Boondock & Avoid Crowds

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Travel Happy

Want to get away from the crowds by boondocking? If so, make sure you have these essentials before going off-grid. Boondocking, also known as dry camping or free camping or several other names has become very popular in the past … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Reasons Why I Love the Van Lifestyle

Posted on April 12, 2021 by Travel Happy

The views out of the windows of my van are totally amazing and would cost millions to have these type views from a normal (sticks & bricks) home.   I have discovered that the experience of traveling this great nation … Continue reading →

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The Camper Van Has Returned

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Travel Happy

There are many reasons why we are seeing more and more camper vans on our nation’s highways today. The pandemic we have been experiencing for the past year or so is a big reason; people are tired of being cooped … Continue reading →

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