Explore every episode of the podcast The RV Destinations Podcast
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| Episode 74: Exploring Harvest Hosts: Best Autumn Harvest Hosts Locations for a Scenic Fall Getaway | 11 Sep 2024 | 00:43:46 | |
Randy and Caly welcome brand and content manager Alyssa Chartier to discuss the best fall locations, activities, and camping in the Harvest Hosts network. Subscribe to RV Destinations Magazine at https://RVDestinationsmagazine.com Visit https://www.harvesthosts.com to learn more about Harvests Hosts and get 15% off an annual membership.
00:00 Intro 08:06 Fun Facts 13:16 Malta Drive-in Theater 17:38 Bragg Farm Sugar House 20:49 Brooklyn Bedding 23:04 McDonald’s Greenhouse and Corn Maze 28:57 Porter’s Orchard, Farm Market, and Cider Mill 30:59 Restaurant Les Mal-Aimes 35:44 Favorite Harvest Hosts Locations PARTNERSHIPS Not getting a good night's rest in your RV? Visit https://go.rvmattress.com to get 25% off any RV mattress by Brooklyn Bedding! | |||
| Episode 73: Briggs Farm Blues Festival - Reviving the Soul of Authentic Blues | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:36:39 | |
Randy and Caly come to you from the 27th Annual Briggs Farm Blues Festival, and talk to coordinators Donny Shields and Dena Briggs about the exciting acts, convenient camping, and family-friendly atmosphere of this unique northeast Pennsylvania music festival. Subscribe to RV Destinations Magazine at https://RVDestinationsmagazine.com Check out the 28th Annual Briggs Farm Blues Festival on July 10, 11, and 12, 2025. Tickets go on sale on October 1, 2024 at https://briggsfarm.com | |||
| Episode 64: Ellijay, Georgia | 19 Jun 2024 | 01:00:35 | |
Randy and Caly welcome back travel writer and RV full-timer Gwendolyn Call to discuss orchards, wineries, and other top things to do in one of the Deep South's hidden gems: Ellijay, Georgia. | |||
| Episode 63: Moab, Utah | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:53:31 | |
Randy and Caly ring in the first-ever video episode of the RV Destinations Podcast with the top things to do in Moab, Utah, the home of two scenic National Parks: Arches and Canyonlands. | |||
| Episode 62: San Antonio, Texas | 05 Jun 2024 | 01:06:40 | |
Journey to the heart of Texas with Randy, Caly, and author and Air Force veteran Julie Chickery as they discuss the Alamo, Tex-Mex cuisine, and other top things to do in one of America's most colorful cities: San Antonio. | |||
| Episode 61: St. Augustine, Florida | 29 May 2024 | 01:07:24 | |
Head to America's oldest city with Randy, Caly, and and travel photographer Carrie Hanrahan as they discuss historical landmarks, tranquil beaches, and other top things to do in St. Augustine, Florida. | |||
| Episode 60: Campfire Chat - More Top Harvest Hosts Locations with Mishelle Shooks | 22 May 2024 | 00:57:47 | |
Randy and Caly invite Mishelle Shooks, Host Success Team Lead at Harvest Hosts, to explore more fascinating locations, camping sites, and attractions in the Harvests Hosts network. | |||
| Episode 59: Edmonton, Alberta | 15 May 2024 | 00:49:37 | |
Head north to Canada's sunniest city with Randy, Caly, and travel writer Lynne Fedorick as they discuss the top things to do in Canada's Festival City: Edmonton, Alberta. | |||
| Episode 58: Wilmington, North Carolina | 08 May 2024 | 01:19:03 | |
Explore one of America's most historic port cities with Randy and Caly, as they discuss the Riverwalk, battleship tours, and other top things to do in Wilmington, North Carolina. | |||
| Episode 57: Top 10 Unique Attractions | 01 May 2024 | 00:59:46 | |
Explore quirky and historical locales off the beaten pathway with Randy, Caly, and author/travel blogger Jennifer Skinnell as they discuss the top ten unique attractions you can visit in your RV. | |||
| Episode 56: Top RV Destinations for Foodies | 24 Apr 2024 | 01:43:16 | |
Bring an appetite to this special episode as Randy and Caly invite on longtime food writer and fellow RV adventurer Anne Klumpp to discuss the best restaurants, local cuisines, and other tasty topics in the top ten RV destinations for foodies. | |||
| Episode 55: Tulip Time Festival | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:34:45 | |
Journey to Holland, Michigan with Randy and Caly, as they invite Tulip Time Executive Director Gwen Auwerda to discuss this unique floral festival that celebrates tulips, Dutch heritage, and community. | |||
| Episode 72: Exploring Charlotte: Top 10 Attractions and Hidden Gems in North Carolina's Queen City | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:57:47 | |
Randy and Caly welcome back travel photographer Carrie Hanrahan to discuss the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and other exciting attractions in The Queen City: Charlotte, North Carolina. Subscribe to RV Destinations Magazine at https://RVDestinationsmagazine.com Learn more about Carrie Hanrahan at https://carriehanrahanphotography.com
00:00 Introduction 06:10 Fun Facts 12:13 Brooklyn Bedding 14:26 Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden 17:20 Craft Breweries 21:04 Billy Graham Library 24:20 Free Museum Nights 28:02 Crowders Mountain State Park 30:51 BattleBorn 32:11 Sporting Events 34:38 NASCAR Hall of Fame 37:55 Hot Glass Alley 42:50 Charlotte Motor Speedway 47:07 US National Whitewater Center 51:33 Campgrounds PARTNERSHIPS Not getting a good night's rest in your RV? Visit https://rvmattress.com to get 25% off any RV mattress by Brooklyn Bedding! Upgrade your power with BattleBorn Lithium-Ion Batteries at https://battlebornbatteries.com | |||
| Episode 54: Campfire Chat - 63rd Escapade in Rock Springs, Wyoming | 10 Apr 2024 | 01:03:22 | |
Randy and Caly invite on Laura and Rob Kernodle of the Escapees RV Club to talk about the seminars, entertainment, and other things to do at the largest and most diverse gathering of the Escapees community: the 63rd Escapade in Rock Spring, Wyoming. | |||
| Episode 53: Boston, Massachusetts | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:55:53 | |
Head up to Beantown with Randy, Caly, and travel writer Whitney O'Halek as they discuss the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, and other top things to do in one of America's most historic cities: Boston, Massachusetts. | |||
| Episode 52: Campfire Chat - Roswell, New Mexico with Chasing Our Sunshine | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:40:47 | |
Join Randy, Caly, and Joel and Deb from RV YouTube channel Chasing Our Sunshine as they discuss the top things to do in the quirky home of UFOs and alien conspiracies: Roswell, New Mexico. | |||
| Episode 51: Campfire Chat - Top Weird and Wonderful Harvest Hosts Locations with Carrie Price | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:49:57 | |
Join Randy and Caly, along with Harvest Host Director of Brand Marketing Carrie Price to discuss their top ten unique host locations, all of which are in the path of totality for the 2024 solar eclipse. | |||
| Episode 50: Mammoth Cave National Park | 13 Mar 2024 | 01:15:19 | |
Drop into the world's longest cave system with Randy, Caly, and travel photographer Carrie Hanrahan, and Ranger Jackie Wheet as they discuss the top things to do in Kentucky's Mammoth Cave National Park. | |||
| Episode 49: Campfire Chat - Pine Island RV & Marina | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:44:17 | |
Randy and Caly welcome Ebbo and Amanda Skadhauge of Pine Island RV & Marina to discuss the special experience camping at this picturesque RV park on the banks of Lake George in Old Florida. | |||
| Episode 48: Campfire Chat - Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort with Travels with Delaney | 28 Feb 2024 | 01:07:50 | |
Journey to Walt Disney World with Randy, Caly, and Patrick and Patty McCormick of YouTube Channel Travels with Delaney, as they discuss the magical amenities and activities of this campground inside of the famous Florida theme park. | |||
| Episode 47: Campfire Chat - Caravan to Alaska | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:46:05 | |
Travel to the top of the world with Randy and Caly, as they welcome on Caravan to Alaska to discuss the amazing opportunity the caravan presents to exploring The Last Frontier, and tips for making the long trek north in an RV. | |||
| Episode 46: Drayton Valley, Alberta | 14 Feb 2024 | 01:07:41 | |
Head north with Randy, Caly, and travel writer Lynne Fedorick to discuss one of Canada’s most beautiful secrets: Drayton Valley, Alberta. | |||
| Episode 45: Campfire Chat - Briggs Farm Blues Festival | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:39:33 | |
Jam out with Randy and Caly as they preview the 2024 Briggs Farm Blues Festival in Briggsville, Pennsylvania, and speak with festival organizers Dena Briggs and Donnie Shields about the festival's lineup, vendors, and camping and RV facilities. | |||
| Episode 71: Discover Outer Banks - Your Ultimate Guide to North Carolina's Coastal Gem | 07 Aug 2024 | 00:53:54 | |
Journey to the Outer Banks in North Carolina with Randy, Caly, and travel writer Gwendolyn Call as they discuss wild horses, quaint seaside villages, and more from one of America’s most unique coastal locales. | |||
| Episode 44: Lancaster, Pennsylvania | 31 Jan 2024 | 01:03:25 | |
Head to Amish Country with Randy, Caly, and author and travel blogger Jennifer Skinnell, as they discuss the top things to do in one of America’s oldest cities: historic Lancaster, Pennsylvania. | |||
| Episode 43: Tucson, Arizona | 24 Jan 2024 | 01:19:48 | |
Head to the desert with Randy, Caly, and travel writer Gwendolyn Call as they discuss the top things to do in the home of the Saguaro cactus, year-round sunshine, and breathtaking landscapes: Tucson, Arizona. | |||
| Episode 42: Campfire Chat - Top Harvest Hosts Locations with Joel Holland | 17 Jan 2024 | 01:11:51 | |
Randy and Caly welcome Harvest Hosts CEO Joel Holland to talk about his favorite wineries, breweries, farms, and other unique RV camping locations in the Harvest Hosts network. | |||
| Episode 41: Campfire Chat - Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in Auburndale, Florida | 10 Jan 2024 | 01:13:11 | |
Join Randy and Caly in paradise as they discuss the exciting adventures awaiting at Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in Auburndale, Florida. They also invite on the resort's marketing manager Abby Follansbee and director of marketing Alex Russo for more about Camp Margaritaville's unique amenities and relaxing vibe. | |||
| Episode 40: Mount Rushmore and Beyond | 03 Jan 2024 | 01:14:05 | |
Randy, Caly, and author and travel blogger Whitney O'Halek take you to one of America's most famous landmarks, as they discuss the top things to do in Mt. Rushmore and the surrounding South Dakota Badlands and Black Hills. | |||
| Episode 39: Tennessee Whiskey Trail | 27 Dec 2023 | 01:00:31 | |
Randy and Caly take you on a tour of some of the oldest and finest distilleries of Tennessee whiskey, and chat with travel blogger Whitney O'Halek and Charity Toombs, Executive Director of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. | |||
| Episode 38: Grand Canyon National Park | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:55:39 | |
Randy and Caly are joined by Ranger Joëlle Baird to discuss one of America and the world's most famous and wondrous places: the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon National Park. | |||
| Episode 37: Campfire Chat- Newfoundland, Canada with Today is Someday | 13 Dec 2023 | 01:02:37 | |
Randy and Caly welcome full-time RVers Phil & Stacy from the popular YouTube channel Today is Someday to talk about their favorite things to do in Newfoundland and share some stories from the road. | |||
| Episode 36: Top Christmas Markets in the US | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:57:35 | |
Randy, Caly, and travel blogger Whitney O'Halek ring in the holiday season with the top Christmas markets in the United States, along with some Yuletide fun facts. | |||
| Episode 35: Bryce Canyon National Park | 29 Nov 2023 | 01:06:00 | |
Hike hoodoos and explore amphitheaters with Randy, Caly, and National Park Ranger Peter Densmore as they discuss the top things to do in Utah's Bryce Canyon National Park. | |||
| Episode 70: Wild Wonders of Custer State Park: Tales from the Heart of the Black Hills | 31 Jul 2024 | 01:01:54 | |
Randy, Caly, and Park Ranger Lydia Austin come to you from Custer State Park in South Dakota to discuss the geological splendor, diverse wildlife, and fun activities in one of America’s best-kept secrets. Subscribe to RV Destinations Magazine at https://RVDestinationsmagazine.com Learn more about Custer State Park at https://https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/custer-state-park
00:00 Introduction 05:49 Subscriber Questions 15:35 Fun Facts 27:29 Visitor Center 30:35 Black Hills Playhouse 33:02 Cycling/Horseback Riding 35:19 Swimming 37:06 Kayaking/Paddleboarding/Fishing 41:21 Scenic Drives 44:35 Hayride and Chuck Wagon Cookout 47:13 Wildlife 49:30 Buffalo Roundup 52:31 Hiking 59:34 Camping in CusterChatGPT Custer State Park is a must-visit destination for RVers seeking a perfect blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure. Nestled in the heart of the Black Hills, this sprawling park offers a variety of stunning landscapes, from rolling prairies to rugged mountain vistas, all easily accessible from the comfort of your RV. The park’s scenic drives, such as the Needles Highway and Iron Mountain Road, provide breathtaking views and photo opportunities without having to leave your vehicle. These routes feature dramatic rock formations, historic tunnels, and unique wildlife encounters, making them an ideal way for RV travelers to experience the park’s highlights. For those who love wildlife, Custer State Park is a paradise. The park is home to a diverse array of animals, including the famous bison herd, which roams freely across the plains. RVers can enjoy leisurely drives through the park’s wildlife loops, where sightings of bison, pronghorns, and mountain goats are common. The park also offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities at Sylvan Lake, as well as hiking trails that cater to all skill levels, from easy walks to challenging climbs. This variety ensures that every member of your travel party can find something enjoyable to do. Moreover, Custer State Park provides a range of RV-friendly amenities, including well-maintained campgrounds with facilities that cater to different needs. Whether you prefer a site with full hookups or a more rustic camping experience, there are options to suit your style. The park's close proximity to attractions such as Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial adds to its appeal, making it a convenient base for exploring the Black Hills region. With its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and excellent amenities, Custer State Park offers an unforgettable experience for RVers seeking adventure and relaxation. | |||
| Episode 34: Portland and Bangor, Maine | 22 Nov 2023 | 01:14:48 | |
Head northeast with Randy, Caly, and travel photographer and blogger Carrie Hanrahan as they explore the lighthouses, Victorian architecture, and other top things to do in two of Maine's largest cities: Portland and Bangor. | |||
| Episode 33: Lake Havasu City, Arizona | 15 Nov 2023 | 01:16:09 | |
Journey to Arizona's playground with Randy and Caly, as they are joined by Xscapers Convergence Director Hollie Parks to discuss the top things to do in Lake Havasu City, the benefits of an Escapees RV Club membership, and the upcoming Xscapers Annual Bash. | |||
| Episode 32: Fredericksburg, Texas | 08 Nov 2023 | 01:13:48 | |
Randy and Caly take you to Texas wine country to discuss the top things to do in Fredricksburg, Texas--a city with a unique German and Native American heritage. | |||
| Episode 31: Alexandria, Virginia | 01 Nov 2023 | 01:12:55 | |
Explore the boutiques, cobblestone streets, and colonial architecture of one of the DMV's most unique areas with Randy, Caly, and travel blogger Whitney O'Halek, as they discuss the top things to do in Alexandria, Virginia. | |||
| Episode 30: Williamsburg, Virginia | 25 Oct 2023 | 01:04:59 | |
Discover colonial architecture and American Revolution history with Randy, Caly, and travel blogger Whitney O'Halek as they discuss the top things to do in one of America's oldest cities: Williamsburg, Virginia. | |||
| Episode 29: Arches and Canyonlands National Parks | 18 Oct 2023 | 01:30:57 | |
Randy and Caly are joined by U.S. National Park Ranger Karen Garthwait to discuss the top things to do in two of Utah's geologically fascinating national parks: Arches and Canyonlands. | |||
| Episode 28: Beaufort, South Carolina | 11 Oct 2023 | 01:15:47 | |
Randy and Caly, along with travel photographer Carrie Hanrahan, discuss the top things to do in Beaufort, South Carolina--a historic antebellum town in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry. | |||
| Episode 27: Hot Springs, Arkansas | 04 Oct 2023 | 01:10:12 | |
Randy and Caly invite RV full-timer and travel blogger Gwendolyn Call to talk about the top things to do in Hot Springs, Arkansas--a hidden gem featuring pure mineral waters and a surprising history. | |||
| Episode 26: Yellowstone National Park | 27 Sep 2023 | 01:23:45 | |
Randy and Caly are joined by Yellowstone National Park Ranger Rich Jehle to talk about his career working in America's legendary first national park, and the top things to do in this vast place of otherworldly geothermal features and abundant wildlife. | |||
| Episode 25: Top 10 Places Every RV Should Visit | 20 Sep 2023 | 01:19:25 | |
Randy and Caly welcome Patrick Buchanan, director of partnerships at RV Life, to talk about how their new app RV Life Pro can help plan your next cross-country trip and explore the top 10 places every RV should visit. | |||
| Episode 69: Echoes from the Underground: Exploring Cave City, Kentucky | 24 Jul 2024 | 00:41:42 | |
Cave City Assistant Tourism Director Ashley Huff joins Randy and Caly to discuss shopping, eateries, and other outdoor activities in the quirky, burgeoning Kentucky town best known as the Home of Mammoth Cave. | |||
| Episode 24: Savannah, Georgia | 13 Sep 2023 | 01:06:22 | |
Randy and Caly are joined once again by travel blogger Whitney O'Halek to discuss the top things to do in Savannah, Georgia, home of multiple historic districts and distinct southern cuisine. | |||
| Episode 23: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee | 06 Sep 2023 | 01:29:24 | |
Randy and Caly take you down to the Great Smoky Mountains to talk about the top things to do in the family vacation paradise of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. | |||
| Episode 22: Page, Arizona | 30 Aug 2023 | 01:11:20 | |
Randy and Caly welcome back travel blogger Gwendolyn Call to talk about the top things to do in Page Arizona--home to the sun-kissed red rocks of Glen Canyon and the crystal blue waters of Lake Powell. | |||
| Episode 21: Cheyenne, Wyoming | 23 Aug 2023 | 00:58:21 | |
Randy and Caly, along with travel blogger Whitney O'Halek, discuss the top things to do in the railroad and rodeo capital of the United States: Cheyenne, Wyoming. Whitney also talks about her new Israel travel agency, Elevation Journeys. | |||