Well, that’s a wrap. If I could give 2023 a theme, it would be family. It was terrific because we enjoyed time with family this year. We spent almost four months in Michigan, and family met up with us on the road. We reviewed a few of last year’s highlights—national parks, free nights, campgrounds, claimed states, best memories, and more. You can also listen to 2021 and 2022.
Below are links from the last year that we think you will enjoy. Oh, by the way, this is one of the best highlights we didn’t mention in the episode. We reached 100 podcast episodes, and we answered your questions.
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National Parks and Monuments we visited in 2023
- Episode 65: Things to do in Joshua Tree National Park
- Episode 66: Exploring Yuma’s best off-road trails, rodeo fun, RV repairs, and we travel from Yuma to Joshua Tree National Park
- Episode 67: Visiting Saguaro National Park and Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
- Episode 70: Discovering the beauty of White Sands National Park and the surrounding area
- Episode 75: Caverns & Peaks: Unearthing Carlsbad Caverns National Park and Guadalupe National Park’s hidden wonders
- Episode 76: Exploring Big Bend National Park in Texas: Must-see attractions, breathtaking beauty, and adventures
- Episode 77: From Texas’ Big Bend to Michigan’s Summer Haven
- Episode 92: Voyageurs National Park: An Unforgettable Voyage Through Time and Nature
- Episode 101: Beavers, Mountains, and Halloween Memories
- Episode 104: Updates from The Faiolas: Sickness and scenic splendors
- Episode 103: The ultimate vacation west of the Mississippi with Tara and Andy
2023 Podcast Episodes on RV Life
- Episode 63: It’s not a vacation, it’s a lifestyle
- Episode 71: The Class A RV Experience: Essential driving tips for RV beginners to ensure a delightful journey
- Episode 74: The Ultimate Guide to RV Maintenance: Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Adventure
- Episode 80: Embracing the Slow Lane: A Guide to Slow Travel in an RV
- Episode 82: Making the Most of Stationary RV Life When the Road Calls
- Episode 85: Beat the Heat: Keeping Cool in Your RV During the Summer
- Episode 88: RV dump stations: Making your RV life less crappy
- Episode 89: RV Trip Planning: Tools, Apps, and Tips for a Successful Adventure
- Episode 93: Staying rooted in relationships: Navigating the emotions of leaving family behind
- Episode 95: Kitchen space hacks for RVers: Cooking & Grocery Tips on the Road
- Episode 97: The Financial Side of Full-Time RVing
- We also wrote a blog post on Tips for RVing with Kids: Making the Most of Your Family Travel Experience
Great places to stay and visit
- Episode 60: 60 Epic locations to visit in an RV
- Episode 62: 42 Bucket List Things to Explore in the Rocky Mountain Region
- Episode 73: 5 Must-See Off the Beaten Path Destinations: Small towns and unique attractions
- Episode 78: Top 8 Dark Sky National Parks We Absolutely Love
- Episode 81: 5 Exceptional campgrounds for RVers we’ve explored and why we can’t forget them
- Episode 84: Explore 11 of the Best July 4th Celebrations in America that are RV Friendly
- Episode 86: The mitten state’s best kept secrets—Unforgettable places to visit in Michigan
- Episode 90: 7 Breathtaking Places for Fall Colors and Leaf Peeping
- Episode 96: 5 Great Harvest Host and Boondockers welcome locations
- We wrote a blog post on Exploring the magic and timeless beauty of the Valley of the Gods
Workcamping
- Episode 94: All About Sugar Beets and the Harvest Experience
- Episode 98: The girls talk about surviving without dad during the beet harvest
- Episode 102: Beet Harvest year two: Balancing challenges with rewards and future considerations
2023 Jeepin’
Updates from us
- Episode 64: Quartzite RV Show—”largest gathering of RVers in the world”
- Episode 79: Back on the Air - Family, Remodeling, and New Adventures
- Episode 83: Updates, Renovations, and a Bumpy Ride
- Episode 87: What the Faiola’s have been up to in July 2023
- Episode 91: Leaving Michigan and watching the ”lawn mowing championship”
- Episode 99: Driving down memory lane with 12 podcast episodes that stood out for you and us