Reviews & Trends
Canadian-Made RVs Part II
The last few years have been a boon for RV travel. According to a 2021 survey by Rvezy, more than 72 percent of Canadians surveyed opted for RV travel rather than fly and stay in rented accommodations. Its popularity has also been great for the... Read more
May 30, 2022
The Historical Progression of RVs
RVs have played an important role in our leisure history, emerging as a curious form of personal transportation despite suspicion and mild derision in the late 19th century. The first horse-drawn RVs were not invented. Instead, they evolved over... Read more
Canadian-Made RVs Part I
Canada is well-known for its beautiful scenery, numerous provincial and national parklands, enticing beaches and abundant camping opportunities, which rank it as one of the most popular RV destinations all year. What many don’t know, surprisingly... Read more
Apr 19, 2022
Understanding Land Border Crossing
For many RVers, late winter and early spring are the ideal times to head south over the border. After enduring the cold Canadian months, a vacation in California or Florida may seem like an exotic escape to paradise. Even a short jaunt to Seattle... Read more
Feb 17, 2022
What New RV is Right for You?
The current choice of RVs may seem overwhelming. For those who travel primarily on weekends with a few longer trips in between, determining models, interior layouts, designs and styles can get confusing. When my husband and I started searching... Read more
Dec 31, 2021
Essential RV Features for Snowbirds
Choosing an RV is usually a question of what class, model and size you need to meet all your ‘living needs’ at a destination. The transition to being a snowbird, however, means longer-term stays often at the same location and you should not only... Read more
Dec 17, 2021
Smart RVing - Three New RV Models for 2022
Sitting in our 2017 Montana High Country fifth wheel looking at the dark wood cabinets, I began thinking about how nice it would be to have a shiny new camper with white cabinets and some of the latest cool features... Read more
Dec 13, 2021
Class B’s on the Move for 2022
The upgrades on Leisure Travel Vans’ 2022 Class B-plus lines start from the bottom up with an updated Ford Transit chassis. A proven platform across the class B segment, this chassis for the Unity and Wonder now has Adaptive Cruise Control, Remote... Read more
Dec 1, 2021
RVing on the Rise in the Sunshine State
Following reports from Florida park operators about a busier than expected summer with higher volumes of early winter bookings compared to recent years, there will now be more choices this snowbird season with the development of new RV parks and... Read more
Oct 29, 2021
Compact and Good to Tow
Are compact trucks becoming more competitive for consumers for 2021/2022 by offering an affordable pick up with more space, power and function? It’s becoming pretty obvious - and the new Ford Maverick fits into this truck segment quite nicely... Read more
Aug 25, 2021
The Benefits of Green RVs
Approximately a decade ago, finding and purchasing a third-party eco-certified RV would have been a monumental challenge. While “green certification” has existed for homes and appliances for decades, a rating system that rewards and recognizes RV... Read more
Jul 30, 2021
Understanding Current Buying Trends
With the increasing popularity of RVing among young families, urban couples, and outdoor enthusiasts, manufacturers are currently experiencing a growing wave of first-time buyers. Naturally, this comes with a lot of questions about what model to... Read more
May 25, 2021
More ‘Leisure’ for 2021
Leisure Travel Vans has recently added several new features to its 2021 Wonder and Unity lines, and while we thought these models were interesting before, we won’t be surprised if they become even more appealing to RVers with their added function... Read more
Apr 22, 2021
Vintage Trailers 101
Having a passion for a hobby is only human nature. From vintage cars to boats, enthusiasts buy a specific make and model, plan an extensive re-build project with exact specs, and start rebuilding from the bottom up – either to its original design... Read more
Mar 8, 2021
Owning your Home Away from Home
The summer of COVID has popularized the RV experience in ways none of us could have predicted a year ago. Recreational vehicle sales hit all-time highs as everyone was encouraged to ‘stayaction’ and isolate within their bubble. What better way... Read more
Feb 19, 2021
RV Buy and Sell Videos
Videos of new RV models
2019 Escape Fiberglass Trailers & 5th Wheel - Video
Escape Trailer builds custom full fibreglass trailers in a unique one-piece design that has no seams! The interior design options are virtually limitless to have them build your trailer, your way. Read more
GCI Master Cook Station - Video
The GCI Master Cook Station creates a camp kitchen in a minute! Read more
Safer easier trailering with 2019 Sierra - Video
This a detailed walkthrough of the trailering app in the new 2019 Sierra trailer package including the camera view options and trailer checklist. It's not action packed but it will clearly show you the new features available for 2019. Read more
Hiking the Bear Creek Nature Trail in Kelowna, BC
We hiked Hike Bear Creek Nature Trail in Kelowna, BC on May 6, 2018, when rushing meltwater created spectacular rapids and waterfalls. This hike has awe-inspiring views at any time of year, but spring is especially dramatic. ... Read more
Armadillo - the new and improved Boler - Video
Armadillo is a fresh new Canadian manufacturer of ultralight RV's that resemble the Boler, but are completely updated in styling, features, comfort, and construction. Jason Jong walks us through the features that make this a superior RV. Read more
2018 Airstream Tommy Bahama - Video
Two icons of luxury outdoor living are combined in the Airstream Tommy Bahama Special Edition for 2018. You don't get more head turning style, and quality, in a 27 foot, 6400 lb trailer. ... Read more
1961 Holiday House Geographic X restored & updated
Join the Flyte Camp crew as they share their hard work on the Holiday House Geographic Model X during Modernism Week 2018 at Palm Springs, California. The original designer Chuck Pelly was there to take in the festivities and see ... Read more
R-Pod 172 Hood River Edition - Video
We're going to take a tour of the R-Pod 172 Hood River Edition with Al Mullins of Leisureland RV, who is also the chair of the BC Interior RV Society board. The R-Pod is essentially a tiny home, complete with all the amentities ... Read more