California State Parks Fees Double

Taking affect on August 17th, 2009, California State Park fees will double in many cases. The state is trying to get any money it can to help it’s budget.

A Death in Death Valley National Park

A young boy dies in Death Valley National while the mother and family dog survive the ordeal in extreme temperatures.

Stupid Travel with National Car Rental

One ridiculous way of how to run a business is National Car Rental. They would rather you walk away as a non-customer than let you pay them for a service they supposedly are in business to sell.

Do You Need A Physical Map Anymore?

Maps, GPS, cell phones, laptops. Which is best for you or do you use all of them? They each have their places and helpfulness but they never totally replace a real paper map.

How to Avoid Baggage Fees Creatively

The airline fees are piling on faster than the pounds from the food at the all you can eat buffet. It’s time to get creative and try to avoid or minimize them.

Airline Checked Baggage Fees

The airlines are going crazy with fees. On the one hand, you can pay less if you don’t use something. On the other hand, it makes it harder to truly compare the fares you find.

Oregon National Forests Campgrounds

I have just completed researching again and verifying the GPS locations and amenities at all National Forest Campgrounds in Oregon.

AllStays.com Runs on Solar Power

AllStays.com now runs on solar electric power.

4X4 RVs: Wandering Off Road

I visited the EarthRoamer factory in Colorado to look at their amazing off road recreational vehicles.

Finding Fireworks Shows in a Recession

Cities are cutting back on fireworks shows to save money.