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Curtis Carper

I’ve been involved in RVing for 50 years now -- including camping, building, repairing, and even selling RVs. I’ve owned, used, and repaired almost every class and style of RV ever made. I do all of my own repair work. My other interests include cooking, living with an aging dog, and dealing with diabetic issues. If you can combine a grease monkey with a computer geek, throw in a touch of information nut and organization freak, combined with a little bit of storyteller, you've got a good idea of who I am.

Tips For Booking Passage On A Freighter Ship – It’s A Different Way To Cruise!

Cargo ship travel delivers a unique experience you won't enjoy on a passenger cruise. Freight travel involves stopping into sometimes exotic destinations. Here are tips for booking a trip on a freighter ship.

A South Pacific Cruise Is A Voyage To Paradise

Why take a traditional cruise like everyone else? To island hop through the South Pacific on a slow-paced cruise is the ULTIMATE vacation!...

Planning A Cruise? Alternative Cruise Destinations Worth Considering

Yes, Caribbean cruise vacations are fine, but there are plenty of other destinations where you can also explore and enjoy. You may also want to consider these alternative cruise destinations that are off the beaten path...

Tips For Cruising The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway In Your Own Small Boat

I travel a lot and have enjoyed boating the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Thinking of cruising the Intercoastal Waterway in your own boat? I've got tips for you!

River Cruises: Reasons To Choose River Cruising Over Ocean Cruising On Vacation

River boat cruises operate on most of the major rivers throughout the U.S. River cruises give you a whole different perspective on cruising. Have you tried it yet?

Great Lakes Cruises – A Fun Way To Travel The Fresh Water Seas

Nowhere else in the world can you travel through 5 great fresh expanses of water so large you lose sight of land for days at a time. A Great Lakes cruise will take you along the aquatic superhighway upon which much of the country's natural resources and farm products travel to market.

How To Stay Safe Around Black Bears …From Someone Who’s Had One Too Many Close Calls!

If you're going to be traveling to -- or living in -- an area where there are black bears, staying safe becomes more a matter of common sense. Here are some tips for avoiding your own black bear encounter -- from someone who's been there, done that. Yep, unfortunately, I've had my fair share of encounters with black bears!