By Dirk Ebener - August 16, 2026 Two Months left before we arrive on Route 66: Leaving the Highway Blueprint Behind In about 60 days,we will start a 3,000-mile RV journey across America, following the legendary Route 66 as it passes through Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. With just 60 days to go, the thought of journeying the Mother Road is equally exciting and requires plenty of planning. People often wonder how to prepare for such a fa

By Dirk Ebener - September 20, 2026 Planning a Two-Week Class-C 24-Foot Vehicle Trip Focused on Local Connection Maps sprawl across the kitchen table, and packing lists slowly take shape. Our two-week adventure through the American heartland is almost here. The vehicle hums with readiness, cabinets await their final supplies, and the countdown to departure has truly begun. If you are looking for a road trip plan that goes beyond the usual sightseeing, consider this: build y

By Dirk Ebener - July 21, 2026 Expanding the Journey One Mile at a Time How Planning My First RV Adventure Across America Is Becoming Part of the Journey Itself More than 3,000 miles of road lie ahead, but the journey is already becoming part of my daily life. Somewhere between Georgia and New Mexico are people I have not yet met, conversations I have not yet had, and stories I have not yet heard. Route 66 is not simply a road trip destination—it is an opportunity to slow dow

By Dirk Ebener - June 18, 2026 Navigating Class C RV Insurance: Rental Tiers, Top Providers, and Deductibles RV travel insurance gives you financial protection by combining parts of auto and homeowners’ insurance. It covers your living space, built-in appliances, and valuable personal items inside your RV or trailer. Regular car insurance does not fully protect RVs, so insurance companies base your coverage on how you use your RV and what kind you have. If you only use your

Final Thoughts: A Small Step That Makes a Big Difference At the end of the day, travel insurance is like carrying a backup credit card or an extra phone charger; it feels unnecessary until the moment you need it. And when you do, it can transform disaster into inconvenience, helping you return to the heart of your journey: exploring the world one bite at a time.