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Learn about how you can have a blast on your next RV trip with these campfire alternatives. Contact El Monte RV today to find an RV rental near you!

Travelling in an RV means the freedom and flexibility to get out and explore amazing places, close to home, or off the beaten track. Your RV provides a perfect way to relax and spend time in nature, from stunning coastlines, to tranquil mountain lakes and the rivers that have shaped the landscape, chances are you are likely to be near a waterway.

Water is a precious resource, vital for people and nature and we need to preserve it for future generations. Across the USA many areas experience water stress and are prone to drought conditions, particularly during the hot summer months. A good way to Travel with Heart is to be aware of your impact and take steps to conserve water, from source to sea. 

Seasonal water stress can also be a significant challenge in remote areas and for popular sites that experience high visitor numbers. Find out if there are water conservation issues in the area you are planning to visit, there may be restrictions in place to save water or conservation initiatives focused on improving and protecting water quality. The National Parks Service has some good advice on Conserving Water when spending time enjoying the outdoors this summer.

National Parks are very special places for the millions who visit each year and renting a motorhome is a great option for your National Park adventure. Your RV has all the comforts of home when you are on the road driving through dramatic landscapes, relaxing by a tranquil lake, spotting wildlife or enjoying a star filled night sky at your campground. 

The National Parks Service NPS find a Park website is a great way to get inspired and start your trip planning. The recently launched a new NPS app  with information on over 400 parks in one place, including interactive maps, amenities, tours and activities, everything you need to discover and explore National Parks across the USA. 

Summer is a great time to celebrate the amazing places, cultural sites, landscapes and nature of our National Parks.  We can all do our part to help protect the Parks we visit, so to help you have fun, stay safe and make a positive difference when visiting National Parks here are 10 ways you can help.

When you are traveling by RV, you still may want to be earth-friendly and take responsibility for your environment. Each of us has a shared responsibility to make sure that we don’t put undue stresses on the environment. We have some suggestions from experienced RV campers about how to recycle on the road.

We get it! Your pet is part of your family and when you plan your next RV vacation, you can pack up the treats and leashes and your furry companion can come along and travel in the motor home with you. Interestingly, there are many spots that let pets come along. RV campers who are willing to follow the common-sense rules that they observe with their pets at home should not have any problems taking their animals along on their vacation.

Check out our Pet Friendly RV Vacations page to see some great potential destinations that will welcome your pet.