tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77799013203196864812024-03-13T22:50:06.966-05:00Travel Resorts of AmericaA private RV campground. Part of the Coast to Coast nation wide network.Travel Resorts of Americahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11335866011884235419noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779901320319686481.post-22033466286538024702007-03-12T12:24:00.000-05:002007-03-12T12:34:08.542-05:00Buying or Fixing Up an RV<font face="Arial" size="2">RVs are a personal thing. Some people like the versatility of a lightweight trailer while others wouldn’t be caught dead in anything less than a forty-five foot bus conversion. In any case, there are a few features and characteristics that are nice to have in any RV. Some are usually only feasible in larger motorhomes or fifth wheels while others are viable in any RV. Keep these in mind when you’re purchasing an RV or planning your next remodeling project.</font></p><br /><br /><dl><br /><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">1) Easy to Maintain Floors<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">Regardless of the type of flooring you prefer – the key is maintainability. If the floors in your RV are hard to keep clean and difficult to maintain, you’ve got the wrong flooring. For ease of maintenance, look into vinyl tile, linoleum, or plastic-laminate wood. For a good compromise, consider carpeting in the living room area and tile (or linoleum) in the kitchen and bathroom areas. In heavy traffic areas, use a carpet or vinyl runner for extra protection.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">2) A Re-Configurable Dining Area<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">Removing a fixed dinette and replacing it with a free-standing set of table and chairs is one of the most commonly performed remodeling projects. Unfortunately, some manufacturers make this task a great deal harder than it should be. Nevertheless, it’s still worth the effort for those that want the flexibility and the breathing room that this particular arrangement offers.<br /><br><br><br /><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">3) An Island Style Bed<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">An ‘island style bed’ is not an exotic bed that’s designed by indigenous islanders for ritualistic purposes. Instead, it’s merely a bed that can be accessed from three sides. Beds that have two sides against a wall can be a real challenge when changing the sheets. Furthermore, when two people are sleeping in the bed, the person against the wall not only has less breathing room – they also have to find some way to get up without climbing over their partner.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">4) A Flip-up Kitchen Counter Extension<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">RV kitchen are frequently short on useful workspace. A large flip-up countertop extension can provide badly needed surface area whenever you need it. You can make your own using plywood and hardware from your RV dealer. Alternatively, IKEA (www.IKEA-usa.com) sells a wood drop leaf table (called the NORBO) that can easily be adapted to serve as a countertop extension. It cost around $30 (plus shipping).<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">5) An Adjustable Television Set<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">Most RVs come with televisions that are mounted inside a cabinet. As a result, people have to twist their bodies, turn sideways, or move their chairs to get a good view (assuming their chair even moves). It makes a lot more sense to have a television that can be configured for the viewer. A good alternative is a flat-screen television attached to a flexible TV mount that can be extended, rotated, and tilted in all directions. You can find them in good appliance stores or on the Internet.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">6) Flexible Wardrobes<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">When it comes to closets and wardrobes, most RV manufacturers throw in a closet, install a closet rod, and call it good. That works great if everything you own can be hung on a coat hanger. However, with some adjustable shelving and a few bins, wardrobes and closets can be easily configured to meet the storage needs of everything and everyone.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">7) A Dedicated Workspace<br /><br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">Most RV manufacturers haven’t yet addressed the fact that RVers need a dedicated place to work. A few RVs have token desks but they frequently don’t offer enough surface area for serious use. Moreover, many of these desks are located in the bedroom rendering them useless for those that work after hours. Genuine work areas should have enough surface area for a laptop computer as well as a printer. They should also have enough space for a real office chair with wheels.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">8) Separate Vanity and Toilet<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">When a bathroom vanity is in the same room as the toilet, both fixtures are tied up when either one is being used. When they’re separate, one person can brush their teeth while the other uses the toilet. This may sound trivial but in a one-bathroom ‘house’, issues like this can make a big difference.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">9) Well-designed Food Pantries<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">The best RV kitchens have pull-out food pantries that are specifically designed for canned goods, spices, and other commonly stored items. Look for adjustable, display-style shelves that are removable for easy cleaning.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">10) An Accessible Bathroom<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">Some RVs have ‘private’ bathrooms that are located in the rear of the bedroom. The concept is similar to the master bedroom that is often found in houses. However, in a real house, there is usually more than one bathroom. In an RV, this design means that everyone has to parade through your bedroom to use the toilet. Not always a good idea.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">11) Real Doors<br /><br><br><br /><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">Privacy is no less important simply because you’re staying in an RV. Accordingly, bathroom and bedroom doors should be solid and capable of being locked. Likewise, in toy haulers, there should be a solid door separating the living quarters from the ‘garage’ to keep fumes out of the living quarters.<br /><br><br><br /></font></dd><dt><font face="Arial" size="2">12) Lots of Windows<br /><br><br><br /></font></dt><dd><font face="Arial" size="2">RVs are largely about experiencing the great outdoors. Windows help to bring the outside in. They also make an RV seem brighter, bigger, and more cheerful. Many RVers routinely install extra windows in their RV. Ask your dealer for a list of companies that sell RV windows.<br /></font></dd></dl><br /><font face="Arial" size="2"> <br /></font><p><font face="Arial" size="2">This article was provided by Desert Winds Press, publishers of The RV Makeover Bible. For more information, please visit: <a href="http://www.desertwindspress.com/Free_eBook_Landing_Page.html" target="_blank">Desert Winds Press</a></font>Travel Resorts of Americahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11335866011884235419noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779901320319686481.post-28886585904101025082007-02-09T14:52:00.000-05:002007-02-09T14:35:09.376-05:00Coast to Coast Resorts Continues Expansion With Inclusion Of Five Additional Holiday Trails Resorts<p>Englewood, CO - Coast to Coast Resorts announced recently that five additional Holiday Trails Resorts properties have joined the Coast Network of CampResorts and Good Neighbor Parks. The addition of Camperland RV Resort in Bridal Falls, BC; Country Maples RV Resort in Chemainus, BC; The Cedars RV Resort in Ferndale, WA; Dinosaur Trail RV Resort in Drumheller, AB; and Henderson Lake Campground in Lethbridge, AB, brings Holiday Trails Resorts' network participation to a total of seven properties.</p><br /><br /><p>Established in 1983, Holiday Trails is Canada's largest RV resort system and its only multi-park system. According to Kevin Demers, president/owner of Holiday Trails, "It is vital that we provide our members with the finest experiences possible through our reciprocal network affiliation. We're confident that when our members travel outside the Holiday Trails Resorts system to other resorts in the Coast to Coast Network, they will have exceptional experiences that underscore the value of private membership camping."</p><br /><br /><p>The largest reciprocal use campground system in North America, Coast to Coast Resorts is the facilitator of a network of private membership CampResorts that cater to both outdoor enthusiasts and recreational vehicle owners. The 35-year-old internationally recognized company has enabled more than 1.2 million families to travel across the United States and Canada.</p>Travel Resorts of Americahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11335866011884235419noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779901320319686481.post-69500946616756865492007-01-30T10:48:00.000-05:002007-01-30T10:51:10.513-05:00Welcome to Travel Resorts of America<br><a href="http://www.travelresorts.com">Travel Resorts of America</a> is a private RV resort park <br>membership system composed of two gorgeous east <br>coast resorts in <a href="http://www.campnorthcarolina.com">North</a><a href="http://www.campnorthcarolina.com"> Carolina</a> and <a href="http://www.campgettysburg.com">Pennsylvania</a>.<br><br><div align="center"><img src="http://www.travelresorts.com/images/low_sycamore-lodge.jpg" alt="Travel Resorts of America" title="Travel Resorts of America" height="200" width="200"> </div>We are a part of a nationwide network with over 1000 <br>private resort campgrounds and beautiful parks. Travel <br>Resorts also offers the best in private camping with<br>spectacular surroundings, spacious RV sites and <br><a href="http://www.travelresorts.com/activities.asp">scheduled activities</a> to satisfy every interest. Whether it <br>is site seeing, golfing, swimming, hiking, or one of <br>many other activities offered by our resorts, you <br>will find many fun-filled adventures to enhance <br>your vacation.<br><br><div align="center"><img src="http://www.travelresorts.com/images/act-dir-lr.jpg" alt="Private RV resort" title="private RV resort"></div> <br>At <a href="http://www.travelresorts.com">Travel Resorts of America</a> our members have enjoyed <br>our warm, welcoming, family community for more than <br>20 years. Full-time security and bright immaculate <br>bathrooms add to the feeling of comfort and security <br>campers experience at our parks. In our <a href="http://www.travelresorts.com/resorts.asp">two beautiful resorts</a>, <br>campers have the opportunity to explore local areas <br>at their leisure or to participate in resort <a href="http://www.travelresorts.com/activities.asp">planned activities</a> <br>when they prefer to socialize. Our Staff is friendly and<br> helpful, offering whatever assistance is needed and <br>suggesting favorite events and locations that <br>shouldn't be missed.<br><br>Amenities available at our resorts include roomy sites<br> with full hook-ups, clean, well-maintained swimming <br>pools and bathhouses, mini-golf, horseshoe pits, <br>volleyball and basketball courts, playgrounds, fishing,<br> historical site seeing, and cozy club houses for group<br> gatherings.We welcome new visitors who are <br>interested in finding out if they might be <br><a href="http://www.travelresorts.com/con_request.asp">interested in joining our family of camping resorts</a>,<br> and we invite you to <b>make a reservation</b> at <br><a href="http://www.campnorthcarolina.com">Sycamore Lodge</a> or <a href="http://www.campgettysburg.com">Gettysburg Battlefield Resort</a> and <br>see for yourself.Travel Resorts of Americahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11335866011884235419noreply@blogger.com0