R is for Relax

R is for Relax! Relaxation is not a luxury; it’s a skill, and travel has a way of teaching it fast. We sit down with Monika Geraci, a lifelong RVer and leader in the RV Industry Association, to unpack why RV travel keeps growing and why “unwinding” is the number one reason people choose it. Ready to experience it for yourself? Hit the road with Roadsurfer! Their camper vans and RVs come with unlimited mileage, making it easy to explore hidden gems like Rigi. Save 10% with code ROAMIES10: https://link.roadsurfer.com/roamies. Mentioned in This Episode: J is for Journey — Episode 287 https://www.buzzsprout.com/263670/episodes/19205260 Articles on luxury RV parks and RVing with pets Harvest Hosts locations and RV overnight locations Q is for Quaint — Episode 294 https://www.buzzsprout.com/263670/episodes/19699853 Save 10% with code ROAMIES10: https://link.roadsurfer.com/roamies VEGABOND TEAS VegabondTeas.com: Relax with some of our herbal flavors like CapeTown Grey, Provence, Sequim and Albuquerque. "Sandia Peak" has added herbs that help you de-stress. Enjoy ROAM by William Roam, along with other great spa-vibe bath treats: https://williamroam.com/ (B is for Bath — Episode 279 ) ADDITIONAL EPISODES WE’VE RELEASED ON RV'ING: Still Looking for a Summer Getaway Option? Look Again at RV'ing! July 30, 2020 Episode 75 Is RV'ing the Perfect Way to Travel Right Now? June 13, 2020 Episode 64 We talk through the real-world benefits that make RVing feel so freeing: flexible itineraries, more control over travel costs, and the comfort of bringing “home” with you wherever you park. Monika also makes RVing easier to understand for beginners by breaking down RV types in plain terms, including Class A, Class B camper vans, Class C motorhomes, and the wide world of towable trailers. We get into luxury RVs and RV resorts that can feel more like a high-end getaway than camping, plus pet-friendly RV travel and the features that make it simpler to bring your dogs or cats along. If you’ve ever struggled to find a place to stay at the last minute, we cover smart stopover options like Harvest Hosts and why the journey can be just as restorative as the destination. Then we shift from the RV world to our own “R is for Relax” story in Switzerland, sharing our day trip to Rigi: mountain trains, sweeping lake views, hiking down through little villages, and a paddleboard hour that felt like a full reset. We wrap with five practical ways to bring that calm home, from creating a place to pause to making everyday rituals feel special. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with a friend who needs a slower pace, then tell us what place helps you truly relax. @gorving #JustBeyondYourDoor #GoRVing. #RVtravel, #motorhomes, #RVs, #travelwithcats #hikewithcats #hiking #walking #scenery #travelpodcast #TravelTips #AdventureCats #TheROAMies Wanna hit the road? Get 10% OFF your own roadsurfer adventure! https://link.roadsurfer.com/roamies CODE: ROAMIES10 And it means the world to us when you subscribe, rate and share our podcast. Alexa and Rory The ROAMies Follow us at: http://www.TheROAMies.com @The ROAMies: Facebook and Instagram YouTube and X.