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• Electrostal History and Art Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Electrostal History and Art Museum in Elektrostal. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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• Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center
• Central Museum of the Air Forces at Monino
• Peter the Great Military Academy
• Bykovo Manor
• Balashikha Arena
• Malenky Puppet Theater
• Balashikha Museum of History and Local Lore
• Pekhorka Park
• Orekhovo Zuevsky City Exhibition Hall
• Ramenskii History and Art Museum
• Noginsk Museum and Exhibition Center
• Saturn Stadium

DFW Premier RV Park

For reservations, call 972-647-8205 or email [email protected]..

Traders Village Grand Prairie RV Park is conveniently located and easy to get to coming or going. All pads are concrete and level, big rig friendly. Park amenities include laundry, recreation hall, ATM, convenience store/gas station, propane, pool, restrooms & showers, dog park and Sunday church service. It is adjacent to Traders Village Flea Market with shopping, rides, and live music. Our DFW RV Park is one of the best rated parks in the area and is open year round.

ELECTRICITY & WATER

24HR PERSONNEL

Facilities & Services

Full Hookups Any length vehicle allowed Clean Restrooms & Showers Swimming Pool Laundry Recreation Hall Dog Park Wi-Fi Mail at Office Dump Stations ATM on Site Sunday Church Service Picnic Tables & BBQ Pits Playground Gas Station Metered Propane Big Rig & Slide-outs OK 50 AMP Service to every site Quick Mart Convenience Store Mobile RV service & Car Rental Service connection

TRAILER LIFE

10 / 10* / 9

Spaces and Rates Below. For reservations call 972-647-8205 or email [email protected].

Back In Pull-thru

50.00 60.00

Weekly Rate

305.00 360.00

Standard Cancellation Policy

One night's deposit is required for every daily reservation. This reservation must be made with a valid credit card. Please read the cancellation policy carefully before calling to make a reservation.

Daily reservations: If the cancellation request is not received 72 hours in advance or you are a no show on your arrival date, the entire advance deposit will be forfeited.

All cancellations will receive a confirmation code for verification. For cancellation purposes, scheduled check-in time is 12:00 pm. You may cancel your reservation by calling the park directly before the 72 hours and receive a full-refund if applicable. This policy doesn't apply to Rally Groups.

Nearby Attractions

• Grand Prairie Visitors Center
• Grayline Tours available
• Grapevine Mills Outlet Mall
• Dallas Cowboys Football, Arlington
• Joe Pool Lake
• Cabela's, Ft. Worth
• Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie
• Tangle Ridge Golf Course
• Bass Pro Shop, Grapevine
• Arlington Highlands
• Six Flags Over Texas

Park Center

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Connectivity, park features, hookups & connectivity, park center review & ratings overview.

Based on 15 Reviews

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• Excellent 2

Reviews by RV Type

• Motorhome 9
• Travel Trailer 2
• Fifth Wheel 4

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I feel its a dated campground that needs some work. Alot of seasonal people. The problem is the management needs some serious adjustment,I have seen people thrown out of park just for not wearing a We camped at Park Center in a Motorhome.

“Beautiful deck”

Rebecca in the office is so nice and helpful. Our site T10 was level gravel and we backed up to a very nice wooden deck where we could have sat and watched the water but it was too windy. For some We camped at Park Center in a Motorhome.

Port Isabel has lots of restaurants and amusement places for kids.Didnt have time to eat out. We used Port Isabel as a location to visit the SpaceX launch site and Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Park - both were awesome....

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“Close to everything, reasonably priced for location.”

A nice campground for visiting the area. Far enough away from road noise. Pool felt a little too warm to cool down in the heat though unless you jumped in the hot tub first. A gated park with canal We camped at Park Center in a Motorhome.

Just across the bridge is South Padre Island, nuff said :)...

“Great park close to South Padre Island”

This is a cool park, across the causeway from South Padre Island, on boat channels. We had a channel in our backyard, where I could fish or watch the pelicans and other birds come and go. Shrimp boats We camped at Park Center in a Travel Trailer.

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“Small Sites, Great People”

We spent two weeks here and although I was happy to get to our next stop, I felt like it was not long enough! The residents and staff at this RV park are fantastic - Midwest Nice. :) (especially the We camped at Park Center in a Fifth Wheel.

Bar Louie on the island (in the Courtyard by Marriott hotel) is fantastic for brunch. Also, take the drive and see SpaceX - really neat....

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• 5508 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover, AL 35244
• (205) 739-7364
• [email protected]
• a cashless facility

Hoover Met Complex RV Parking And Outdoor Area

The  Hoover Met Complex  RV park features 170 asphalt pull-through parking sites.

The Hoover Met Complex RV Park is in close proximity to local restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, meaning you’ll be just a short distance away from a variety of events and activities.

Have a question?

Call us at  (205) 739-7364 or send us an email at  [email protected] .

You can also come to the Finley Center Guest Services desk, or call a Guest Services team member at the number above during our operational hours.

Hours of Operation

• Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 9:00pm
• Friday 6:00am - 7:00pm

(Unless event is being held inside the Finley Center)

You can make your reservation at the Hoover Met Complex RV Park online by clicking below, or by calling  (205) 739-7364 .

RV PARK PRICING

We’re happy to announce our flexible pricing structure designed to save guests money during non-peak times! This offers our guests the possibility of lower rates when you come stay with us. Pricing details below:

Daily Rates

April 1 – october 31.

Starting at $60 per day*

November 1- March 31

Starting at $50 per day*

weekly Rates

Starting at $270 per week*

November 1- march 31

Starting at $260 per week*

monthly Rates

Starting at $797 per month*

Starting at $785 per month*

*Rates/pricing subject to change based on demand.

CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT

Procedures & policies.

• Guests must accept the terms & conditions
• Guest must enter camper license plate number

As of 4/1/23, late check-outs will NOT be allowed!

RV Park Promotions

The Hoover Met Complex RV Park now offers several exciting promotions and discounts for our visitors!

Military Discount

10% off your stay.

Who : Active & retired military How : Show your military ID upon check-in Thank you for your service!

Hoover Heights

50% off a climbing session.

Who : Anyone staying in the Hoover RV Park How : Provide your space # at check-in

Tennis Center

50% off court rental.

Who : Anyone staying in the Hoover RV Park How : Provide your name & site # at check-in

RV PARK AMENITIES

At our RV park, we have the following amenities available for our guests:

• Power, sewer, and water hook-ups
• Wi-Fi Access
• Trash service – weekly pickup
• As long as event isn’t being held inside the Finley Center
• Access to the Hoover Met Complex Tennis Center
• Access to the EXPLORE Playground (year round) and Splash Pad (May – September)
• Close proximity to local restaurants, shopping, and entertainment!

Hoover Met Complex RV Park

To ensure your safety, and that you and our other RV Park guests have a great time during your stay, we have established regulations we ask that you please review and keep in mind. Booking a stay with us requires adherence to these regulations. Please reach out with any questions.

For your safety and the safety of other Hoover Met Complex RV Park guests, please carefully read and follow these instructions.

In order to assist you and our other guests in having an enjoyable time, we have established only a minimum of regulations

• RV Guest Wi-Fi procedure: Select COH-MET Guest (no password), agree to terms of service, confirm internet access.
• Check-in is 1:00 PM CST . Check out is 11:00 AM CST. If later check out time is needed, please email  [email protected] , or call (205) 739-7364
• Please use wooden blocks under leveling jacks.
• Deposit bagged trash in trash cans provided on site. Trash must be put in bags and tied. No loose trash please. Trash is picked up twice a week on Monday/Friday.
• Pets must always kept on a leash and under your control. Be considerate of others – use a “Pooper Scooper” and please use one of the  six  different pet waste stations on site.
• Golf carts and other motorized vehicles may only be operated on RV Park grounds and Stadium parking lot by persons with a valid driver’s license.
• Receiving Mail : Must be approved by Hoover RV Park and we do not bear responsibility of signing for packages.
• Cleanliness / Appearance : Please keep your site clean and free from debris, trash, pet waste, and toys. Also, please no sidewalk chalk on sidewalk/concrete on, and around the Finley center. There will be a $25 fine for sites not kept in clean condition – you will receive 1 warning letter.
• Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m .
• Guests are responsible for the conduct and safety of their children.  Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• All vehicles including trailers, campers, and motorhomes must have  current registration and display a current license plate .
• You can do this online or fill out our paper copy in the office. 
• We request that you only use the site assigned unless you get specific permission from the onsite staff to move to another site.
• We reserve the right to move you to a different site if unforeseen circumstances require it.
• Management reserves the right, without refund, to evict or refuse service to any person for any reason or persons who break or disregard rules.
• Management reserves the right, without prior notification, to make changes to the policies and procedures.
• Restrooms are available at the Explore Playground in the event that the Finley Center is closed or being used for an event.
• MANAGEMENT ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR INJURY TO ANY PERSON ARISING OUT OF USE OF THESE FACILITIES. 
• You can reserve online through this webpage.
• Monday – Thursday, 6:00am – 9:00pm
• Friday, 6:00am – 6:00pm
• You can call the front desk at  (205) 739-7364  and make your reservation with a member of our Guest Services Team.
• You can email  [email protected]  and our RV & Administrative Coordinator will make your reservation for you.
• You can call our RV & Administrative Coordinator directly at  (205) 739-7363  and leave a message with your reservation dates, as well as a good call back number, and she will make the reservation for you.

Guests will receive a full refund if reservation is cancelled  24 hours prior to check-in date .

Please be aware that management assumes no liability for loss or damage to property, or injury to any person arising out of the use of these facilities. Remember to take care of any valuables you bring with you, and always keep your own safety in mind.

At this time, we allow guests to stay in the RV park for more than one month at a time IF you have letter from employer, or a medical professional. Letter needs to state reason for stay and expected end date. This is subject to change.

• If you fall into this category and we do NOT have a letter on file for you, please email one to [email protected] in order to prevent disrupting your stay with us.

During the year, there is only one event where it is mandatory for RV guests to vacate their space :

• SEC Baseball Tournament

Hoover Met Complex RV Park guests will be informed via letter and/or email a month prior to these events so other arrangements can be made.

Trash must be deposited in bins provided onsite. Trash is picked up weekly on Mondays and Fridays. Small garbage items must be bagged & tied before placing them in the trash bins.

Yes. Pets must be kept on a leash and under your control at all times.

• Be considerate of others – please clean up any waste left by pets and observe the designated “No Pet Walk” areas.
• Management assumes no liability for loss or damage to property or injury to any person arising out of the use of these facilities.
• In case of an emergency, please dial 911.
• If someone is in your space upon your arrival, please speak with a member of our Guest Services Team, or email [email protected] .
• “Doubling Up” is not allowed – only one RV and tow vehicle are allowed per site. If your vehicle is in a site that you have not reserved, the vehicle will be towed at the owner’s expense.
• Do not block thruways. Please ask any person visiting you while at the RV park to park their vehicle in the adjoining stadium parking lot.
• Do not use stakes in grass or asphalt areas.
• Open fires are not allowed, except in grills. NO exceptions. Violators will be evicted from the RV park.
• Vehicle Repair and Maintenance :  No oil changes, body work, painting etc., on site, except by professional mobile repair companies authorized by Hoover RV Park.
• Campers may not use the park address to establish residency in Hoover for purposes related to school, voter registration, or any other matter deemed not to be normal camping activities by Hoover RV Park.
• You are responsible for your safety/evacuation.
• Please stay alert and monitor your situation.
• If a tornado warning is issued, all occupants of the Finley Center, Hoover Met Stadium, and Hoover Met Complex RV Park should evacuate to the tunnel areas of the Hoover Met Stadium.
• If there is an event, staff will be at the stadium to direct people.
• Once the “all clear” is given, guests and personnel can return to normal operations.

IN THE EVENT THE FACILITY IS CLOSED/NO STAFF IS ON SITE:

• Look for the sign on the gate next to the batting cages – “Shelter Here”
• Once you enter the stadium, shelter in the concourse restrooms.
• If temperatures are below freezing leave faucets dripping and cabinets open.
• If issue with pipes/water call 205-739-7364 or email [email protected]

For questions regarding SEC Baseball Tournament RV Park reservations, please email  [email protected]

Accessibility/ADA/accommodations

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Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast, Russia

Elektrostal is a city in Moscow Oblast, Russia, located approximately 40 kilometers east of Moscow. It has a population of approximately 150,000 inhabitants, making it one of the largest cities in the oblast. The city was founded in 1916 and became a major industrial center during the Soviet era, with a focus on the production of steel, machinery, and chemicals.

One of the nicest areas in Elektrostal is the city center, which has undergone significant renovation in recent years. The central square, Pobedy Square, is a popular gathering spot for locals and features a large fountain and a monument to the Soviet soldiers who died in World War II. The surrounding streets are lined with shops, restaurants, and cafes, making it a vibrant area to spend time in. Housing prices in the city center are generally higher than in other parts of Elektrostal, with apartments ranging from 2 million to 10 million rubles (approximately $27,000 to $135,000 USD).

Another popular suburb is Kuchino, which is located on the outskirts of the city. It is known for its quiet, leafy streets and proximity to the Klyazma River, which provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Housing prices in Kuchino are generally lower than in the city center, with apartments ranging from 1 million to 6 million rubles (approximately $13,500 to $81,000 USD).

One of the outstanding aspects of Elektrostal is its transportation infrastructure. The city is well-connected to Moscow and other neighboring towns via a network of buses, trains, and highways. The Elektrostal railway station is a major transportation hub, with regular trains to Moscow and other destinations. In addition, the city has an extensive network of bike lanes and pedestrian walkways, making it easy to get around on foot or by bicycle.

In terms of safety, Elektrostal is generally considered to be a safe city. The crime rate is relatively low, and the city has a well-trained and equipped police force. However, as with any city, it is important to take basic safety precautions and be aware of your surroundings.

Elektrostal is home to several landmarks and cultural institutions that are worth visiting. The Elektrostal Museum of Local Lore is a popular destination for history buffs, with exhibits on the city's history, culture, and industry. The city also has several parks and green spaces, including Park Pobedy and Central Park, which are great places to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

In terms of public figures, Elektrostal has been home to several notable people over the years. One of the most famous is Sergei Prokofiev, the renowned composer who was born in Sontsovka, a small village near Elektrostal. Other notable people who have lived in Elektrostal include Alexei Leonov, the first person to perform a spacewalk, and Viktor Zin, a world champion weightlifter.

The people of Elektrostal are known for their industriousness and love of culture. The city has a thriving arts scene, with regular concerts, theater performances, and art exhibitions. In addition, the city is home to several annual festivals and celebrations, including the Day of the City, which takes place in early September and features a parade, fireworks, and other festivities.

Elektrostal is a vibrant and dynamic city that offers something for everyone. With its rich history, cultural institutions, and natural beauty, it is a great place to live, work, and play. Whether you are interested in history, the arts, or outdoor recreation, you are sure to find something to love in Elektrostal.

reservations:   (956) 943-7340

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Port isabel, texas, reservations, (956) 943-7340.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!

Our partners:, zimco marine llc.

Billiard Room is open 8am-until office closes  Mon-Sat.

Pool Bands MANDATORY inside pool fencing.

Licensed Adult needs to be on on all moving golf carts.

NO SMOKING within 25 feet of a building entrance or the pool area fence.

Be kind to your neighbors. 

Lock up your possessions.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Closed for lunch 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

We are gated! Make arrangements during office hours if you will arrive during lunch or after hours. THANKS!

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Welcome to Port Isabel Park Center, LLC

Located in the Southern tropical tip of Texas in the Historic town of Port Isabel, just before you cross the causeway to South Padre Island.  

Port Isabel Park Center is a fully gated community.  We pride ourselves in our friendly staff and great service. We are working towards becoming the best RV park for boating, fishing, and relaxing in south Texas. Come and enjoy our new Rec Hall pool, lighted fishing piers, floating boat docks, quiet atmosphere, and friendly attitude. We're just a short drive to several birding and wildlife refuges, the sun and fun of South Padre Island, and lots of great shopping and dinning. Bring your golf carts, boats, jet skies, and fishing equipment. We want to be your home away from home.

AMENITIES AND

Attractions.

The Laguna Madre encompasses the bay area of Port Isabel, South Padre Island and Laguna Vista. Our subtropical climate, culture and history make the city a favorite destination for millions of tourists. We hope you will be among them.

Enjoy a clean atmosphere for a day, a week, a month or more! We are sure you will find yourself at home. Pets, tents and pop ups are always welcome. We invite you to stay with us soon! Our sites are plentiful, spacious and ready for your stay. Please note this facility and activities are for the residents of Port Isabel Park Center guests only

Port Isabel and South Padre Island are great vacation places. The year round tropical climate and warm Gulf and Bay waters make this the perfect place for watersports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding. Others love our great fishing, beach walking, birdwatching and laid back island lifestyle. 

COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP

702 Champion Ave Port Isabel TX 78578

Phone:  (956) 943.7340

Fax:  (956) 943.1403

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We are gated!  Make arrangements ahead of time if you think you might arrive during lunch or after hours.  THANKS!

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• Electrostal History and Art Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Electrostal History and Art Museum in Elektrostal. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

• Cities near Elektrostal

• Places of interest
• Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center
• Central Museum of the Air Forces at Monino
• Peter the Great Military Academy
• History of Russian Scarfs and Shawls Museum
• Bykovo Manor
• Balashikha Arena
• Malenky Puppet Theater
• Fryazino Centre for Culture and Leisure
• Military Technical Museum
• Church of Our Lady of Kazan
• Drama Theatre BOOM
• Balashikha Museum of History and Local Lore
• Pekhorka Park
• Orekhovo Zuevsky City Exhibition Hall
• Borisoglebsky Sports Palace
• Ramenskii History and Art Museum
• Church of Vladimir
• Shirokov House
• Noginsk Museum and Exhibition Center
• Pavlovsky Posad Museum of Art and History
• Saturn Stadium
• Zheleznodorozhny Museum of Local Lore
• Stella Municipal Drama Theater
• Fairy Tale Children's Model Puppet Theater
• Fifth House Gallery
• Likino Dulevo Museum of Local Lore
• Malakhovka Museum of History and Culture
• Art Gallery of The City District

(281) 554-8800

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301 Gulf Freeway South, League City, TX 77573

301 gulf freeway south league city, tx 77573, welcome to space center rv park.

Space Center RV Park has been serving Houston and Galveston for many years. Our RV Park is more like a community than a temporary stay. Our amenities include WiFi, pool, hot tub, laundry room, game room, community room, free cable TV and much more. Our park is very well constructed and has recently been remodeled. All are bathrooms are for individual use. Our bathroom facilities include shower and full bathroom.

We are located off of I-45 South on the League City exit, just past Cracker Barrel. We are close to Galveston, Kemah Boardwalk and NASA Space Center.

All sites are all bills paid.  We have 100+ RV sites with complete service such as water, electricity, sewer, free Wifi and Cable. All sites are concrete. We offer rates for Daily, Weekly and Monthly. Long term guests are welcome.

RV Resort Features

• Over 100 RV sites with 20/30/50 hookups
• Pull-through & back-in sites
• Swimming pool & hot tub
• Community room with pool table & ping pong
• Security cameras
• Laundromat 24 hours
• 6 individual fully equipped bathrooms and showers
• All concrete spaces
• Free high speed wi-fi

Free Trash Pick-up*

*7am – 9am in front of your site. There is a dumpster in the front, far right of the park. Please do not leave trash out overnight.

Call Us: (281) 554-8800

What It's Really Like to Have an RV in Retirement

It's a nomadic life that takes some planning, but some are drawn to the freedom and variety of the open highway

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Retirees Kay and Steve Parish have taken downsizing to the extreme. 

Earlier this year, they sold their 1,575-square-foot house and moved full-time into an Airstream trailer one-eighth that size. They then set off to explore the country, with Steve driving a Ford pick-up that towed their new home behind them. 

That marked the couple’s second full-time RVing adventure in six years. From 2018 to 2020, they traveled thousands of miles across the United States and Canada in a slightly larger Airstream, visiting Niagara Falls, Yellowstone National Park, St. Augustine, Fla., and points far and wide — until the pandemic thwarted their plans. 

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The Parishes stopped traveling and bought a home in Santa Fe. Then decided to sell the house and, in May, they got back on the road, deeming full-time RVing the ultimate retirement lifestyle. 

“You’re home, yet you get to open the door to a different place every few weeks,” says Steve, 72. “Once you get tired of where you are, you go somewhere new.” 

The couple is among the small yet passionate population of retirees who have embraced the nomadic life. These wanderers don’t have to deal with the hassles of buying airline tickets, booking hotels or cramming clothes into a suitcase. Instead, they have flexibility, freedom — and their favorite belongings — as they seek new adventures.

Comfort, convenience and karaoke  

Kim and Larry Fine, retirees who set out full-time RVing in 2021, have a 36-foot-long Super C motorhome complete with a king-size bed, full residential-size refrigerator, three-burner stove and a good-sized dining area. 

They also “tow a big trailer behind us because we couldn’t give up all our toys,” says Larry, 61. Among other items, that 24-foot-long trailer carries a Ford Bronco, a 16-foot motorboat, a motorcycle, a scooter, electric bikes and garment bags filled with some of their nicer clothing. 

The couple makes good use of their home on wheels, traveling through the United States, as well as into Canada and Mexico. And they continue to stay active, even when their rig is stationary. This past winter, they spent four months at the posh Llano Grande Resort in Mercedes, Texas, where spots cost from $929 to $1,018 a month, plus electricity. 

“It had four swimming pools, four hot tubs, a recreation center, 12 pickleball courts, a library, a computer room, a quilting room, different nightly card games and a little bar where they’d have karaoke or bring in a band,” says Kim, 59. “They also had a farmer’s market each Tuesday with fresh produce.”

The Fines, who had spent their earlier life entirely in western Pennsylvania, decided retirement was the ideal time to journey across North America.  

“We have a lot of friends that think we’re absolutely crazy for doing this,” says Larry. “But for us, it makes sense. We could have kept the house, retired and taken some week-long or two-week-long trips, but it still wouldn’t have been the same as going someplace new, spending a month or longer there, and seeing everything in that area.”

Tech advances simplify full-time travel 

RVing has long been popular among retirees, with this demographic comprising a third of owners, according to the RV Industry Association . 

Yet only a tiny fraction of all RV owners, retirees included, embrace the nomadic life. A record 11.2 million households own RVs, but just 1.5% — about 400,000 people — travel full-time. But thanks to technological advances and the proliferation of online community groups offering inspiration and advice, this lifestyle is attracting more people. For instance, full-time RVers are one of the fastest-growing membership segments of the Escapees RV Club , an RVer support organization. 

Thanks to satellite internet and solar power systems, travelers now have more reliable connectivity and electric charging even when off the grid. Advanced navigation tools let them cruise along scenic routes while avoiding low bridges or sharp turns. And with a few taps on an app, RVers can find restaurants, banks, gas stations, grocery stores and overnight parking options. 

Online retailers like Amazon enable these travelers to order anything from shampoo to warmer clothes and have it delivered directly to their RV. “If we’re going to be someplace for a week, we can usually rely on getting a delivery wherever we are,” says Steve Parish. 

A wide range of expenses 

Yet, not everything about RV life is idyllic. It also brings its share of complications and costs.

“Traveling in an RV full time is not inexpensive,” says Laura Lynch, a financial planner in New Mexico and founder of the Tiny House Adviser , a financial service firm that specializes in helping people plan for nomadic lifestyles.

While rig prices can vary depending on size, layout and features, the ones well-suited for full-time travel can come with a hefty price tag. For instance, towable Airstream travel trailers range from $46,900 to $191,500, and Airstream’s drivable touring coaches span from $147,570 to $312,900.

Adding extra features and amenities can also raise those prices. The costs for even higher-end coaches from other manufacturers can climb into the mid and high hundreds of thousands, with some custom-crafted models exceeding $3 million. 

As Lynch notes, full-time RVers not only need to factor in the purchase of the rig itself, but also other expenses such as gas, maintenance, campground fees, insurance, tolls and parking fees.

Jim and Carmen Beaubeaux, who previously lived in Coronado, Calif., and started RVing in 2016, are well aware of those costs. Jim, 69, keeps detailed notes on their expenditures, which include the highest to lowest overnight nightly parking costs—$5 to $153 — and the average monthly price of diesel fuel, which was $508 from July 2022 to July 2023. In addition to keeping an eye on costs, they also budget for the unexpected, such as a $6,600 repair for the Ram truck that tows their 30-foot-long Airstream. 

“Some years are more expensive than others,” says Carmen, 67. “We focus on proactive maintenance and plan for those expenses in addition to always setting aside funds for inevitable repairs.”

Their least expensive year was 2021 where they spent $78,000, followed by $88,000 in 2023. Their most costly year was 2022, with expenses reaching $122,000. That year, they invested in upgrades to prepare for a trip to Alaska and had to repair some damage to their rig that occurred during that journey.  

“Our current lifestyle, living and traveling in an Airstream, is not about saving money,” says Jim, noting that they enjoy high-quality food and staying at resorts. “After 41 years of homeownership we wanted a complete change so we could concentrate all of our energies to full-time travel.”

Tackling logistical issues

Of course, some challenges go well beyond money.  

There’s no local barber, dentist, doctor, electrician, plumber or mechanic to rely on. These explorers need to be able to make basic RV repairs, keep track of water and propane levels, and manage the sewer tank. Full-timers must also plan for voting, paying taxes and receiving mail.

Like many others, the Fines established a domicile address, a legal address used for voting and filing taxes. RV support groups, such as Escapees RV Club, help full-timers with these logistics.

Some businesses and support groups provide RVers with a physical street address they can use, such as one linked to a physical building with mail facilities. Often, the addresses are in states without income tax, such as Texas, Florida, and South Dakota. Rules vary by state, but full-timers can typically vote in person if they’re in their domicile or vote absentee or by mail.

Like many others, the Fines use a mail service that receives their mail, scans it, and sends them digital copies of what’s come in, which they can check on an app. They can then instruct the service to shred the mail, open it, scan and share the content, or forward it to another address. The domicile address and the mail service address can be the same. 

However, as Kim notes, there’s not much need for physical mail in today’s world. “Our financial statements are all digital. Our insurance is digital. Even renewing the registration for our cars and motorcycles is all online,” she says.

Adopting an RV-friendly attitude 

For their part, the Parishes are well-acquainted with all the nuisances that can come with full-time RVing. Soon after they began their latest adventure, one of their air conditioners broke down in hot and humid Texas. 

Kay, 71, admits that this lifestyle isn’t for everyone but adds, “If you’ve ever wanted to feel freer, lighter and less bound down by everyday life, then this is a great life to shoot for.” 

After the air conditioner stopped working, the couple arranged for a repair at an Airstream dealer in the area they were heading next. In the meantime, they made the most of their time in Texas by sightseeing and dining on local food. Then they were off to travel to new states, stopping off to see friends and family along the way. 

“Like most things in life, a lot of it is adjusting your attitude and managing expectations,” says Steve. “You have to go into this knowing that some things are going to be hard and not get discouraged. Because in the end, it’s all worth it.”

Note: This item first appeared in Kiplinger Retirement Report, our popular monthly periodical that covers key concerns of affluent older Americans who are retired or preparing for retirement. Subscribe for retirement advice that’s right on the money.

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Kiplinger contributor Laura Petrecca is a business journalist who has worked at major media organizations such as Gannett, News Corp, and Crain Communications. Prior to launching her own writing business, she held leadership roles such as USA Today’s New York City bureau chief, special projects editor, and business section editor.

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