Table of contents for Issue 10 in RV Destinations Magazine

Sitting on the edge of Lake Livingston, the second largest lake in Texas, lies On the Lake RV Resort. This RV resort boasts some of the most stunning sunsets over Lake Livingston. This is where you will want to come to unwind under the setting sun, cold beverage in your hand, after a glorious day on the lake. On the Lake RV Resort offers so much more than just campsites for guests; it is truly a lakeside vacation destination. Campsites at On the Lake RV Resort are large and scattered over the gentle rolling hills that dip gently down to the water’s edge. Many of the sites offer incredible water views with those unforgettable sunsets. If RVing isn’t your thing, On the Lake RV Resort also offers cabin rentals, or…

Famous for vanilla, black pearls, overwater bungalows, surf competitions, and world-class diving, it’s easy to understand why French Polynesia is a dream destination for so many travelers. Oh, you thought you couldn’t take an RV trip to French Polynesia? Well, you’re right! But that doesn’t mean you should stay away. Believe it or not, you can try something new, and get your road trip fix on many islands, so we’re about to show you how to do just that in the tropical paradise-on-earth that is French Polynesia. Whether you arrive by cruise ship or airplane, you will undoubtedly visit the Island of Tahiti first, which is the largest island in the chain. It’s also home to the island nation’s capital city, Pape’ete. The island nation’s only international airport is here…

INTRODUCTION Tucked into the hills of Texas is a bustling, yet quaint, German town. Founded in 1846, Fredericksburg wasn’t the original destination for thousands of German immigrants who were promised an exciting life in the New World. In an attempt to colonize the vast open lands of Texas, many efforts were made to entice European immigrants to leave the harsh conditions abroad and colonize the New World. Once such group, Verein zum Schutze Deutscher Einwanderer, also known as Adelsverein, a German Emigration company, promised German immigrants’ ownership of tracts of land to farm to create a future for themselves. The original 3.8 million acres of land was situated between the Llano and Colorado Rivers and in the heart of hostile Comanche hunting grounds. An ill-managed Adelsverein meant thousands of German…

Seattle, Washington is the most beautiful (modern) city I have ever seen. While I only spent just over a day in the city, I was absolutely captivated by its architecture. As a historian of the American West, I tend to gravitate towards old cities, historic places and national parks. Although it was out of the ordinary for me, I found Seattle and Pike Place Market to be a delightful deluge into a glittering metropolis and seaside market. This corner of the country is a must-stop for any lover of beautiful views and seafood, but definitely leave your rig as far from downtown as possible. The hairpin turns, steep hills, narrow streets and Google Maps’ apparent inability to function downtown are all recipes for disaster, even for a seasoned Class A…

We were driving my camper van down some bumpy dirt road in the middle of the night. I didn’t know much. I knew I was in Utah. I knew there was a sky full of stars beyond the billowing dust cloud in the high beams. I knew I was heading to a climbing destination my friends were directing me to. And I knew whatever I was going to wake up to was going to be magical. And it was. As dawn approached and the sun started to peek through my van’s curtains, I rolled over, snuggled with the dogs and slowly opened my eyes. I was anxious to see this dead end road we had called home just a few hours before. It was bitterly cold but the dogs needed…

HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO VISIT A PLACE WHERE PINEAPPLE FOUNTAINS GREET YOU AND ROW HOMES LOOK LIKE RAINBOWS? Where cobblestones are commonplace and history is the leading lady? This place exists. And in true Southern fashion, of course, it also happens to have a church on every corner and no shortage of nicknames. Whether you know it as Chuck Town, Chas, or the Holy City, Charleston is one destination that will have you always coming back for more. Named for England’s King Charles II, and originally dubbed “Charles Town, ” the City of Charleston was founded in 1670. Since then, it’s played host to pirates, belonged to three countries (England, the United States, the Confederate States, and the United States again), and became home to North America’s longest cable-stayed…

Seated in Estes Park, Colorado is Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s one of the best places to visit in Colorado if you’re looking for something stunningly beautiful and accessible. With over 415 square miles to explore, you won’t run out of things to see. Even if you’re not up for a hike, a drive alone is worth the trip. Trail Ridge Road is the highest continuous paved highway in North America and spans over 48 miles. It tops out at 12,183 feet of elevation with vast views of the surrounding alpine tundra. Following this road will take you from Grand Lake to Estes Park and back. A word of caution however: the road does close for the winter season, usually from December 1st to March 31st. Make sure you check…