I knew that Sugar Barge was a popular spot for RV rallies, always filling up, so I thought I would try it. Monthly fees are the most economical so I paid for one month --$800, includes everything. After 21 days, you are saving money even if you leave prior to one month being up. We... Continue Reading →
San Benito Thousand Trails, Paicines, CA
This Thousand Trails has a lot of positive things going for it if you love nature and have dogs. However, I would use the word "resort" loosely as the infrastructure is very dated. Just like most of the Thousand Trail resorts that I've been to, very little, if any, money is put back in to... Continue Reading →
12 States in 5 Months — A Wrap-up of My 2018 Travels
Here are the highlights of my 2018 travels in chronological order. Every place I stayed also has a Pet-Friendly-Report . I said good-bye to family and friends in Sacramento, CA on June 23 and headed south. I followed route I-40 and Route 66 to visit my son in OKC. Then continued on to tour the... Continue Reading →
The Desert — the good and the bad
Benson KOA was a typical KOA and we enjoyed our stay. Thousand Trails Palm Desert was a nightmare. Benson KOA, Benson, AZ Positives: Quiet, easy on/off, large pull thru spaces Stocked store with supplies and souvenirs Dog walk area and off leash park Propane Helpful owners and employees and open 7 am to 7 pm... Continue Reading →
Cajun Palms RV Resort, Breaux Bridge, LA
This is a resort in every sense of the word. Reminds me of Club Med. There are wonderful amenities for the kids--pool with fun fountains, video arcade, miniature golf, playground-- but I get the distinct impression it's the grownups who want to come and play. Adult entertainment includes a swim up bar, adults only jacuzzi,... Continue Reading →
Stella Mare RV Resort, Galveston, TX
August is not the season to be on Galveston Island so I was able to take advantage of a 30% discount for the week that I stayed. Stella Mare is a new resort and they are very social media forward with a nice website and continuous promotions. They even noticed when I posted FB pictures... Continue Reading →