Category: Good Sam
Woodall’s Guide to Good Sam Ratings
February 13, 2013 by Canadianladybug · Leave a Comment
With spring time just around the corner and numerous campsites re-opening for a new seasons in 2013, RVers in the northern part of the US and Canada are probably feeling that it’s about time after the cold months leave our area. I know that my own kids keep talking about when we go back to the trailer. My five year old daughter wants to bring her new Maplelea doll and the clothes she has in order to have her experience camping. I can’t help but smile at her enthusiasm. Still we have a couple of more months to wait and the snow needs to disappear from the ground before we can venture to our RV which is parked in Cobden, ON. When you are looking at campsites to visit during your trips, how do you search for them? How do you compare them? In the past, we usually went through the Woodall’s Campground Directory to find a campground that would fit our needs. But back in December, we received a new directory titled Good Sam RV Travel Guide & Campground Directory. ... [Read more...]
Top Pet Friendly Campgrounds & RV Parks
January 15, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top Pet Friendly Parks Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory An estimated 60 percent of RVers bring their pets along with them on their travel adventures, according to recent studies. And when it comes to selecting a campground, these travelers seek out RV parks that offer a wide range of pet-friendly amenities, from dog runs to trails for dog walking to flexible rules that allow their particular breed of dog. To help pet owners find the RV parks that open their arms to canines and other travel companions, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the Top Pet Friendly Parks of 2013. Featuring RV parks from across North America, the list is tailored for RV travelers seeking facilities that welcome pet owners with open arms. “Dog owners appreciate... [Read more...]
Got an iPad? Drive a RV? Check out this new GPS app from Rand McNally!
January 10, 2013 by Professor95 · Leave a Comment
Rand McNally Launches Industry-first RV Navigation Application for iPad. LAS VEGAS, January 9, 2013 – Nearly two years after introducing the first GPS designed specifically for RVers, Rand McNally today launched the first RV GPS app for the iPad. The RV GPS is being shown for the first time at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nev. Rand McNally’s RV GPS for iPad is the first iOS application offered that is specifically designed for RV navigation. The new application, available on the App Store(sm), provides RV class-specific routing (and with a quick toggle, over to car routing) based on Rand McNally’s proprietary road data and navigation, plus thousands of RV parks and campgrounds, RV-friendly locations, RVer tools and pre-planned trips. The app also includes dynamic weather*, a map overlay feature that helps drivers anticipate conditions such as high wind and precipitation along the route. Also included is a bonus feature of the app: An e-book version of America’s... [Read more...]
Top Holiday Campgrounds & RV Parks
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top Holiday RV Parks Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory For some RV parks, the Holiday Season means more than just stringing up decorative lights and hanging ornaments on trees. A few special parks go the extra mile for guests, throwing fun-filled Holiday parties, organizing festive pageants and conducting gift exchanges to herald the season. To help recreational vehicle enthusiasts find North America’s top holiday parks, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top Extended Stay RV Parks. With RV parks from across North America, the list is tailored for travelers seeking campgrounds that provide the amenities and social activities that keep guests comfortable and busy for long periods of time. The Good Sam RV Travel Guide’s top Holiday... [Read more...]
Top Extended Stay Campgrounds & RV Parks
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top Extended Stay RV Parks Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory The RV lifestyle comes with the flexibility to pick up and go on a whim. The other side of the coin is the freedom to stay put for weeks or even months at a time in a favorite RV park. Some of these long-term guests are snowbirds sitting out the winter in a Sunbelt park. Others stay for long periods because they like the park’s amenities or surrounding area. To help recreational vehicle enthusiasts find parks that welcome guests for long stays, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top Extended Stay RV Parks. With RV parks from across North America, the list is tailored for travelers seeking campgrounds that provide the amenities and social activities that keep guests comfortable... [Read more...]
Top Green Campgrounds & RV Parks
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top Green RV Parks Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory Despite the stereotype of RVs as gas-guzzling, carbon-spewing behemoths, RVing is actually an environmentally friendly way to travel. RV trips require drastically less fuel than air travel, and RV parks use far fewer resources than hotels or resorts. Some RV parks have upped the green ante by adopting earth-friendly practices ranging from recycling policies, solar panels, energy-efficient lighting and environmentally sound landscaping. To help recreational vehicle enthusiasts find RV parks that follow environmentally friendly practices, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top Green RV Parks. Boasting RV parks from across North America, the list is tailored for RV travelers seeking... [Read more...]
Top Campgrounds & RV Parks for Anglers and Fisherman
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top RV Parks for Anglers Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory From angling in a secluded stream to dropping a line from a boat on a well-stocked lake, fishing is a big part of the RV experience. Indeed, almost half of RVers cast lines when they go on their RV travels, according to a recent study by PKF Consulting. These sporting enthusiasts range from seasoned anglers with fully loaded tackle boxes to folks who rent their rods for a day. To help recreational vehicle enthusiasts find the best fishing spots, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top RV Parks for anglers. Boasting parks from across North America, the list is tailored for RV travelers seeking campgrounds with fishing on the property or located within a short distance to prime... [Read more...]
Top Holiday Campgrounds & RV Parks for Golfers
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top RV Parks for Golfers Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory More and more RVers are adding golf clubs to their list of “must bring” items. Since 1980, the number of golfers in the United States has grown by 50 percent, with more than 30 million enthusiasts hitting the links. Many of these golfers travel the country in RVs, often mapping out their vacations around prime golf destinations. To help recreational vehicle enthusiasts find the best golfing getaways, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top RV Parks for golfers. Boasting RV parks from across North America, the list is tailored for RV travelers seeking campgrounds that feature golf courses on their property or are located near world-class golf courses. The Good Sam RV Travel... [Read more...]
Top Family Campgrounds & RV Parks
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top Family RV Parks Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory More than 50 percent of RVers say spending more time with family is a the primary reason for hitting the road in a recreational vehicle, according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association’s recent Campfire Canvass. Indeed, the fun and camaraderie of RV travel helps family members establish family bonds strained by work, school and other stresses of modern life. Fortunately, hundreds of campgrounds across North America provide amenities from pools to playgrounds to give families a chance to have fun. To help travelers find RV parks that strengthen familial bonds, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top family RV Parks. Boasting parks from across North America, the list... [Read more...]
Top Fourth of July Parks & RV Campgrounds
January 3, 2013 by Good Sam Team · Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Sullaway Content Editor Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory 805-667-4194 jsullaway@goodsamfamily.com Top Fourth of July Parks Chosen by the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory When the United States Celebrates its 237th birthday on July 4, and RVers will break out the fireworks, sparklers and barbecue grills at campgrounds across the 48 lower states and Alaska. To help travelers find the top RV parks that offer the best Fourth of July camping, the editors and consultants of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory have compiled a list of the top RV Parks on North America’s finest coastal areas. Boasting RV parks from across North America, the list is tailored tfor RV travelers seeking campgrounds that ptu them a short distance from swimming, fishing, boating or other water activities. The Good Sam RV Travel Guide’s top Fourth of July RV Parks are: Eagle’S Rest RV Park & Cabins, Valdez, Alaska ... [Read more...]
