Do You Have Discerning Tastes in RV Sites?

I know you do.  Whether you plan your RV destinations way ahead of time or like to travel and choose your RV parking space on the spur of the moment, this app is on the top of my list for ease and convenience.  Just so happens that the NY Times reviewed this app as "For those with more discerning tastes in campsites & RV spots."  (GooglePlay site) That would be all of us, right? (TeeHee.)

The Benefits 

 

The Camp and RV app is available on both the iOS and Android platforms for a one time fee of $9.99.  Don't always have internet on the road?  "Camp and RV" is available both with or without internet so, no worries.

"Camp and RV" shows tent sites, RV Parks, parking lots, fuel and rest areas and repairs.  Especially helpful are the reviews.  Got an over-sized rig?  Search your route for low bridges and inclines.  A built in GPS can even check the weather where you're going.  The app will also filter your available choices by the amenities you prefer.

Currently, the apps boast almost 25,000 campgrounds including private, state and county parks, city parks, military parks and more. They plan even more additions that will update like any other app on your mobile device. 

Get Them Here

Both of these are easily downloaded by an app search on your mobile phone or you can download it from these two links

For Android (GooglePlay)

For iPhones and iPads (iTunes preview-click on view on iTunes)

While you check out these links note the exemplary reviews for this app. Both full timers and Weekend Warriors gave it a thumbs up.  There are lots of directory apps for less and even free but this one goes the extra mile in providing the info we need when we're on the road or preparing for a road trip.  Just in case you're wondering, Hidden Valley RV is on there, just waiting for your visit.

What about you? 

Are there any travel apps that you can't live without?  Let us know in the comments below.

Teri Blaschke is the RV Park operator of family owned HiddenValley RV Park in San Antonio, TX and writer of the park blog “A Little Piece of Country in San Antonio.” Teri contributes to various other blogs with a focus on either travel or social media and how it relates to the outdoor hospitality industry but her passion is serving the RV travel community by providing a memorable RV camping experience and growing the Hidden Valley RV family.  Connect with us on Google+, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter@HiddenValleyRV

Trip Routing, FREE and EASY

There are hundreds of trip routing softwares, websites and services out there but I just came across a real quick and easy one and it's FREE.  Trailer Life Directory.com registration is required but that is also free and takes only a few moments.  The longest part for me was picking a display name that hadn't been taken.  They must have a zillion members because I went through a dozen nicknames before I could find one that wasn't in use already.  So pick a unique one.  Register for their newsletter too.  Lot's of good tips (like this one)  and they don't barrage you with ads.

All the program involves is adding the start and finish addresses and a list of directions is provided along with an interactive map allowing you to adjust your route if desired.  The route can include several choices of attractions that you pick from a list,  For example, State Parks, private campgrounds, Good Sam Parks, RV Service Centers, restaurants, and other points of interest.  It can also inform you of low bridges, weight restrictions and hairpin turns.  You can also points of your own choosing.  You get the total miles so you can break up your trip into segments if you'd like and know exactly where your next available campground, Walmart or rest stop  will be.  Then PRINT and enjoy your next RV trip, short or extended.