Tag Archives: RV Lifestyle

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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Boondocking Tips

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Travel Happy

Boondocking is a term that refers to camping without any amenities or hookups, usually on public land or in free parking lots. It is a popular way of traveling for RVers, van lifers, and overlanders who want to save money, … 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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No Plan, No Schedule, No Destination, No Worries!

Posted on August 27, 2023 by Travel Happy

Not long ago, I was on a road trip/camping trip out west and met a guy and his wife while boondocking in the desert. We chatted around his campfire a bit over a cup of coffee discussing various rigs, the … Continue reading →

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That’s Hard To Believe…

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Travel Happy

Boondocking, also known as dry camping, is a type of camping where you park your recreational vehicle (RV) or tent in a remote location without the benefit of hookups for electricity, water, or sewage. Boondocking on free land refers to … Continue reading →

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Traveling in a Camper Van

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Travel Happy

When you’re ready for that next vacation or even a long weekend, you might consider traveling in a camper van. Let the adventure begin… Camper van traveling offers a unique and adventurous way to explore this big, beautiful world. With … 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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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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Get Out of The House Fast – Go Boondocking

Posted on March 26, 2021 by Travel Happy

Boondocking is ‘the’ reason to join the van life movement or own an RV or even a tent. I did the RV thing and found it too big and expensive for a solo traveler, so I did what I figured … Continue reading →

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