RV & Vanlife Resources
Almost 2 years ago, I quit medical school, sold everything, and bought a fifth wheel!
The learning curve was steep, especially in a male dominated lifestyle.
Therefore, I am here to help you learn from my mistakes and have the adventurous RV life of your dreams!
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RV Resource Goldmine
Below is a list of all of my most used RV Resources.
RV Life
I use RV life for everything from trip planning, finding campgrounds to fit my massive RV, and using the RV GPS.
Insurance
Everything breaks. Everything goes wrong. It’s the way of the RV lifestyle. Insurance is a MUST!
KOA Rewards
KOAs are everywhere and they often offer some incredible RV facilities. We saved so much money by being members.
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US Global Mail is a great mail forwarding service for full-timers and those moving abroad.
Good Sam
Although Good Sam has a variety of benefits like roadside assistance, I love the amount of savings just from the campground discounts.
Find Adventures at your Destination
Once you have gotten to your destination, it is time to do what you came for…adventure!
I prefer to look at Viator or GetYourGuide for tour ideas. Get bucketlisting!
Do you have another helpful RV and vanlife resource that deserves to be on this list? Contact me!
RV Essentials
Hitting the road in your RV? Before you roll out, make sure you’re fully equipped with the essentials that every RVer needs for a smooth and stress-free adventure.
Again, I jumped into this lifestyle head-on and learned as I went. In this nomadic lifestyle? You learn the must-haves very quickly.
This guide has all the must-have gear to keep you comfortable, safe, and ready for anything the road throws your way!
For all of my RV gear that I have personally bought, traveled, and lived with (over 70+ tested RV products)…I have a full store on my Amazon Storefront. Stay safe out there!
Campground Reviews
My campground reviews are here to help you find the perfect spot!
From stunning views to top-notch amenities, I’ve done the legwork to share the best (and sometimes the quirkiest) campgrounds that make every stay unforgettable.
For reference, I drive an Avalance 390ds. It’s about 43 (ish) feet long and I am a duo with my mum! Basically, if I fit, so will you.
Here are some things that I talk about on my campground reviews and guides:
Looking for an in-depth review and guide about your RV park or campground? Let me roll up to your outdoor paradise!
Want RV Stories & Inspiration?
On my podcast, Tick It Before You Kick It, I go in depth about life on the road.
We discuss hilarious RV travel stories as well as helpful guides for things to put on your adventure bucket list.
More Travel Resources
Adventure Bucket List Resources
I am here to help your travel adventures go as smoothly as possible! That way you can check off that bucket list with minimal complications and spending!
SHOP – Shop the best adventure gear and essentials on my Amazon Storefront – handpicked by a full-time adventuring mermaid!
AIRFARE – It is no surprise that like many travelers, I have found that Hopper is one of the best resources to use when finding cheap flights.
ACCOMMODATION – My two favorites are Booking.Com for hotels and VRBO for rentals.
GUIDED TOURS – If you are looking for quick and easy tours, check out GetYourGuide and Viator.
MULTI-DAY TOURS – For more in-depth tours that span several days, TourHub has many great options with reputable travel companies. Use my code (ALEXANDRA1GURU) for up to 5% off your next bucket list adventure.
TRANSPORTATION – You can either rent a car yourself with Discover Cars or do a guided bus tours like Big Bus Tours.
CREDIT CARD – I always use my Chase Freedom Unlimited card for all of my purchases. There is no annual fee and you get 1.5% cash back and 5% cash back on travel purchased through Chase Travel.
SIM CARDS – Avoid expensive roaming charges with an eSim card with Airalo.
TRAVELER’S INSURANCE – Check out VisitorsCoverage for affordable insurance plans.