Campground Etiquette 101: Being a Good Neighbor on the Road | Mom, Map, and Miles

Campground Etiquette 101: Being a Good Neighbor on the Road

Every campground has its own soundtrack. Coffee percolating, kids chasing each other between picnic tables, the low hum of a generator, a dog or two announcing themselves to the world. (Okay, sometimes it’s one dog announcing herself every 30 seconds for two hours… looking at you, Ariel.) When you pull into a site, you’re not…

Journey’s Parked Here: How We Shut Down the RV Season With Love (and Lists) | Mom, Map, and Miles
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Journey’s Parked Here: Shutting Down the RV Season With Love (and Lists)

The last donut’s been devoured. The lawn chairs are folded. Ariel has patrolled the perimeter for squirrels one final time — and deemed it secure. Which means one thing: the RV season is officially winding down. There’s a particular ache in shutting the RV door for the last time in a while. It’s not dramatic…

The Art of the Campground Day: Why Doing Nothing Is Part of the Plan | Mom, Map, and Miles
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The Art of the Campground Day: Why Doing Nothing Is Part of the Plan

During our travels, there are some days when we don’t hike. We don’t tour. We don’t even leave the campground.And those are some of the best days of the trip. There’s something quietly rebellious about planning a road trip… and then not going anywhere. About waking up with a full tank of gas and choosing…

Riding Shotgun With Ariel: A Dog’s Guide to Road Tripping | Mom, Map, and Miles
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Riding Shotgun With Ariel: A Dog’s Guide to Road Tripping

Hi. I’m Ariel. I’ve got four paws, two humans, one RV, and a LOT of opinions about road life. I’ve sniffed more trailheads than your average fitness influencer and logged more miles than most rental cars. So believe me when I say: if you’re planning to hit the road with your dog, you’re going to…

Packing Light (and Then Repacking): What We’re Bringing Into Summer | Mom, Map, and Miles
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Packing Light (and Then Repacking): What We’re Bringing Into Summer

Every year, I say we’re going to start packing light. Every year, we repack three times. Our annual summer trip kicks off the same way: me with a list, Michaela with a pile of clothes (half of them hoodies), Ariel sitting directly on top of the most important items, and Journey (our RV) waiting patiently…

Travel Insurance: Your Safety Net for Stress-Free Adventures | Mom, Map, and Miles

Travel Insurance: Your Safety Net for Stress-Free Adventures

Picture this: You’ve planned the perfect family RV trip, the route is mapped, the snacks are packed, and Ariel is ready for adventure. But then, a sudden illness forces you to cancel the whole thing. Or maybe you’re miles from home, and your RV breaks down, leaving you with unexpected repair bills. Ugh! Travel can…

Work From Anywhere: How This Mom Travels & Works on the Road in an RV | Mom, Map, and Miles

Work From Anywhere: How This Mom Travels & Works on the Road in an RV

I love working.  I love traveling.  And for years, centuries, we, as a society, mostly felt like those two things were incompatible.  We’d work for months to take a two-week trip once a year, trying to pack all the fun into a short amount of time. But now, with technology and an ever-changing job landscape,…

Hitting The Road, Not The Breaks: RV Health Insurance | Mom, Map, and Miles

Hitting the Road, Not the Breaks: Essential RV Travel Health Insurance Guide

The RV is packed, the road is clear, adventure awaits. Before you pull out, have you figured out how to stay healthy and protected during your road trip? Health insurance is a crucial element of any RV trip, whether you’re a full-time nomad, a seasonal snowbird, or an occasional explorer. Your Health Insurance Options Traditional…

Stay Productive While You Explore | Mom, Map, and Miles
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Stay Productive While You Explore: Work Tools For The Road

Before you pack your bags and hit the highway (or the airport), you must be wondering how you’ll stay productive as you travel. Let’s dive into the essentials of staying sharp on the road and the tools that will keep your productivity sky-high. Your Hardware Arsenal If you’re working on the road, you’re working digitally….