{"id":2248,"date":"2017-01-19T19:50:43","date_gmt":"2017-01-19T19:50:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/?p=2248"},"modified":"2024-01-19T17:14:19","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T17:14:19","slug":"road-trip-on-a-budget-part-i","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/road-trip-on-a-budget-part-i\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate RV Road Trip On A Budget: Part I \u2013 East Coast Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_4866\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4866\" class=\"wp-image-4866 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/east-coast-road-trip-BANNER.jpg\" alt=\"Man Standing Outside Green And Blue Road Trip Nation RV.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/east-coast-road-trip-BANNER.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/east-coast-road-trip-BANNER-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/east-coast-road-trip-BANNER-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4866\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tomsly\/\">Thomas_sly<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0.<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Spring is still a long ways off. For many of us, that means wintering in an RV resort down south. But it\u2019s not too early to <a href=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/category\/rv-products.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">buy RV parts<\/a> and start planning our summer road trips. America is full of historic landmarks, great cities, and beautiful natural landscapes. Why not start planning for Spring now?<\/p>\n<p>In Part I of the Ultimate RV Road Trip On A Budget, we\u2019ll lay out a great East Coast trip which you can take along I-95 North. We\u2019ll start in Florida and end in Boston, but you can pick this route up anywhere along 95, and you can go either direction. Along the way, we\u2019ll show you some of the top attractions near each stop. We\u2019ll keep the expensive entertainment to a minimum and show as many off-the-beaten track options as we can.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, we could never tell you <em>every<\/em> great place to check out\u2014so use this article as a starting point, and research attractions to find those that will be most interesting to your family. We\u2019ve included a mix of locations. Some are big-deal, famous things. Others are off the beaten track, where you can enjoy some natural beauty.<\/p>\n<p>This is an especially great trip for RVers with kids, newly retired fulltimers who haven\u2019t seen these great places yet\u2014or anyone who\u2019s ready to hit the road!<\/p>\n<h2>1. Miami, Florida<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4867\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/1-miami-florida.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4867\" class=\"wp-image-4867 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/1-miami-florida.jpg\" alt=\"Miami, Florida SKyline.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/1-miami-florida.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/1-miami-florida-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/1-miami-florida-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-4867\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/southbeachcars\/\">Phillip Pessar<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>BIG ATTRACTION: South Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>South Beach is famous for its Art Deco district, and for actual South Beach, a beautiful stretch of Atlantic coast that is open to swimming. You can access the beach through <a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamiandbeaches.com\/beach\/miami-beach-south-beach\/102562\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Lummus Park<\/a>. This is the real South Beach\u2014the one you\u2019ve seen in TV and the movies!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE (Entertainment may cost)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>OFF THE BEATEN TRACK: Virginia Key North Point Trails<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For mountain bike enthusiasts, this is a great place to escape the bustle of Miami. The system of trails includes beginner, intermediate, and advanced difficulty trails, as well as a family loop road. The park is family friendly. Trails are one way, offering a safe way to enjoy your bike and the natural environment. See the Virginia Key website for more info.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost:\n<ul>\n<li>$6-8 for cars, $1 for each additional bike<\/li>\n<li>$25 for RVs<\/li>\n<li>$1 per bike when riding a bike into the park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Yacht Haven Park and Marina<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This beautiful RV resort is right off 95 in Fort Lauderdale, only 30 minutes north of Miami. They offer 250 waterfront paved RV sites, full hookups, and patios. See the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.yachthavenpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Yacht Haven website<\/a> for more info.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Daytona Beach, Florida<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4868\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4868\" class=\"wp-image-4868 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/2-daytona-beach.jpg\" alt=\"Woman On A Surfboard At The Beach.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/2-daytona-beach.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/2-daytona-beach-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/2-daytona-beach-768x339.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4868\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/ricardo_mangual\/\">Ricardo Mangual<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>BIG ATTRACTION: Daytona International Speedway<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pretty obvious, huh? If you\u2019re in Daytona Beach, you should catch a race at this fantastic location. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com\/Events\/Responsive-Event-Calendar.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Daytona International Speedway calendar<\/a> to plan your stop.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: Depends on event; see website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE KIDS: Daytona Boardwalk Amusements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Go karts, roller coasters, Tilt-A-Whirl\u2014<a href=\"http:\/\/boardwalkdaytona.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Boardwalk Amusements<\/a> has it all! Even better, everything is located along the historic Daytona Boardwalk. What\u2019s not to love?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: $3-15 per ride. See <a href=\"http:\/\/dbbw.pfestore.com\/retail\/Attractions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/dbbw.pfestore.com\/retail\/Attractions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: International RV Park Campground<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Right off 95 and less than 2 miles from the Speedway, this is the perfect location and perfect RV resort for your stay. Check out the International RV Park Campground website for more information.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Savannah, Georgia<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4869\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4869\" class=\"wp-image-4869 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/3-savannah-ga.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Savannah, Georgia On A Sunny Day With People Walking Under The Shaded Courtyard.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/3-savannah-ga.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/3-savannah-ga-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/3-savannah-ga-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4869\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/kenlund\/\">Ken Lund<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0 SA<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>UNIQUE ATTRACTION: The Squares of Savannah<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The city is famous for its 22 squares, which are essentially small city parks. Most squares are named after a famous person. They offer a beautiful place to walk or just sit in the shade and enjoy a nice day.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE GROWNUPS: Visit a brewery<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Savannah\u2019s growing brewery scene features some amazing locations to check out. Check out <a href=\"http:\/\/coastalempirebeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Coastal Empire Beer Company<\/a> for starters and enjoy this brewery\u2019s unique, original creations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: Contact the brewery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Red Gate Campground<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Red Gate calls itself \u201cthe closest RV park to historic Savannah, GA.\u201d This is the perfect location to park your rig. Downtown Savannah is only 15 minutes away. Check out the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.redgatecampground.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Red Gate Campground website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Fayetteville, North Carolina<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4870\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4870\" class=\"wp-image-4870 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/4-fayetteville-nc.jpg\" alt=\"Memorial Day Parade With Soldiers Marching And Carrying Flags.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/4-fayetteville-nc.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/4-fayetteville-nc-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/4-fayetteville-nc-768x491.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4870\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image in public domain.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE MILITARY HISTORY BUFF: Airborne and Special Operations Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.asomf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">This museum<\/a> offers an immersive look at the history of US Airborne and Special Operations forces. Admission is free, though donations are accepted. In particular, you should check out the Pritzker Motion Simulator, which gives you a taste of what the Army\u2019s greatest airborne warriors experience. Don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE, donations accepted. Flight simulator ticket costs are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.asomf.org\/museum-information\/about-the-museum\/simulator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>OFF THE BEATEN PATH: Cape Fear River Trail<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy 5 miles of paved trail that\u2019s perfect for hiking, biking, and walking. Wildlife abounds here, and you\u2019ll enjoy scenic views of the woods and Cape Fear River. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.traillink.com\/trail\/cape-fear-river-trail.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">More information at Trail Link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Fayetteville RV Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This beautiful RV resort offers full-hookup sites, 50\/30 amp electrical, plus cable TV. Fayetteville RV Resort is rated 10\/10*\/10 on Good Sam. We think that says it all! Book at the <a href=\"http:\/\/fayettevillervresort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Fayetteville RV Resort website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Richmond, Virginia<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4871\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4871\" class=\"wp-image-4871 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/5-richmond-va.jpg\" alt=\"Richmond, Virginia Skyline Seen Over Top Of Tree Tops.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/5-richmond-va.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/5-richmond-va-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/5-richmond-va-768x473.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4871\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/andrewbain\/\">Taber Andrew Bain<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE FOODIE: Visit a local Richmond restaurant<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Richmond is one of the hottest culinary destinations in the country right now. For the foodies among us, that means tons of great options in exciting, creative local cuisine. Check out the list at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitrichmondva.com\/restaurants\/local-flavor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Visit Richmond<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: Contact restaurant of your choice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE BOOK LOVER: Edgar Allen Poe Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s that come knocking on the RV door? An invitation to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.poemuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Edgar Allen Poe Museum<\/a>! The great American writer was born in Richmond, and the museum beautifully preserves his legacy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: $5-6 per ticket (best to book in advance)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Americamps RV Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Located right off I-95, <a href=\"http:\/\/americamps.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Americamps RV Resort<\/a> is perfect for your East Coast road trip. It features 198 RV sites with full hookups as well as super sites with concrete pads, plus free wi-fi, cable TV, and a fitness center. Even better: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cotubrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Center of the Universe Brewing Company<\/a> is basically a stone\u2019s throw away!<\/p>\n<h2>6. Washington, D.C.<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4872\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4872\" class=\"wp-image-4872 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/6-washington-dc.jpg\" alt=\"Lincoln Memorial At Sunset As Seen Across The Plaza.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/6-washington-dc.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/6-washington-dc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/6-washington-dc-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4872\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/ricricciardi\/\">Richard Ricciardi<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0 ND<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>THE OBVIOUS: See the Monuments!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Touring the monuments is a fantastic experience, whether you\u2019ve been to D.C. before or not. Just remember\u2014the other monuments are <em>always<\/em> farther away than they look. Bring lots of water and snacks, wear comfortable walking shoes, and dress for the weather.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: The International Spy Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Did you know that Julia Child was a spy (sort of) before she taught everyone how to cook? This amazing story, and many more, are on display at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spymuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">International Spy Museum<\/a>. Be sure and get your tickets in advance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: $14.95-$28.95 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spymuseum.org\/tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.spymuseum.org\/tickets\/<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Cherry Hill Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Only 15 miles from the US Capitol, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cherryhillpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Cherry Hill Park<\/a> is the perfect RV resort for your stop in Washington, D.C. With public transportation and tour shuttles leaving Cherry Hill several times a day, you can park the RV and avoid driving in traffic around D.C.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Baltimore, Maryland<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4873\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4873\" class=\"wp-image-4873 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/7-baltimore-md.jpg\" alt=\"Wodden Ship In Baltimore, Maryland's Harbor.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/7-baltimore-md.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/7-baltimore-md-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/7-baltimore-md-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4873\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/sherseydc\/\">Steve<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE HISTORY BUFF: Historic Ships in Baltimore Harbor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Baltimore Harbor is home to several historic ships, including the USS Constellation, pictured above. This is a great experience for kids and adults alike. You can purchase tickets for a single ship, for two ships, or for four ships. See the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.historicships.org\/online_tickets.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Historic Ships website<\/a> for more info.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: $5-18 (see website)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Baltimore Museum of Art<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Founded in 1914, the Baltimore Museum of Art now holds over 1,000 works by renowned artist Henri Matisse. The museum\u2019s historic building was designed by John Russell Pope and holds over 95,000 artworks in total. Get more information on the <a href=\"https:\/\/artbma.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Baltimore Museum of Art website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE (some exhibits may have a fee)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Cherry Hill Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is the same RV resort which we recommend for your D.C. visit. Baltimore and D.C. are plenty close, so you can easily hit both locations from Cherry Hill. See the D.C. entry above (number 6) for more information.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Wilmington, Delaware<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4874\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/8-wilmington-de.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4874\" class=\"wp-image-4874 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/8-wilmington-de.jpg\" alt=\"Post Card Reading Greetings From Wilmington Delaware.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/8-wilmington-de.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/8-wilmington-de-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/8-wilmington-de-768x488.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-4874\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/boston_public_library\/\">Boston Public Library<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE AVIATION BUFF: American Helicopter Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The American Helicopter Museum preserves the history of rotary-wing aviation through air shows, exhibits, public education, and more. Featured aircraft include the Bell 47H, Boeing CH-46E, and many more. See the <a href=\"http:\/\/americanhelicopter.museum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">American Helicopter Museum website<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: $8-10 a person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Fort Christina, First State National Historical Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Fort Christina marks the site of the first Swedish and Finnish settlement in what would eventually become Delaware. This is a beautiful site in the larger First State National Historical Park. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/frst\/planyourvisit\/fort-christina.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">See the website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Philadelphia<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Delaware doesn\u2019t offer much in RV camping along I-95. We recommend driving on to Philadelphia.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4875\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4875\" class=\"wp-image-4875 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/9-philadelphia-pa.jpg\" alt=\"Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Skyline.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/9-philadelphia-pa.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/9-philadelphia-pa-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/9-philadelphia-pa-768x494.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4875\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/chrisinphilly5448\/2259351084\/\">Image in public domain.<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: The Liberty Bell and Historic Monuments<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were adopted, is right across the street from the Liberty Bell. These are both located in Independence National Historical Park, which also contains other historical buildings. You\u2019ll need timed tickets for Independence Hall (unless you\u2019re going in January or February). There are no tickets required to see the Liberty Bell, though you will have to go through a security screening\u2014so bring only small bags to make that easier.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: Some free, some admission fees. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/inde\/faqs.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/inde\/faqs.htm<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE TRAIL ENTHUSIAST: The Schuylkill River Trail<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once completed, the impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/schuylkillrivertrail.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Schuylkill River Trail<\/a> will run from Philadelphia to Pottsville. Many sections are already completed. From Philadelphia, you can walk or bike the trail to Parkerford, a distance of 30+ miles.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Campus Park and Ride<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This isn\u2019t your typical RV campground. It\u2019s an urban location, basically an RV parking facility with a 24 hour shuttle that takes you to the Philadelphia public transit system. <a href=\"http:\/\/campusparkandride.com\/rv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Campus Park and Ride<\/a> has restrooms, showers, water, 20\/30\/50 amp electric, wifi, and a dump station. It\u2019s perfect for your Philadelphia stop.<\/p>\n<h2>10. New York, New York<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4876\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4876\" class=\"wp-image-4876 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/10-newyork.jpg\" alt=\"Central Park At Sunset Looking Over A Pond At Fall Foliage.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"610\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/10-newyork.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/10-newyork-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/10-newyork-768x468.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4876\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/quintanomedia\/\">Anthony Quintano<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0.<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: The Statue of Liberty<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Take the ferry over to Ellis Island and enjoy this historic national treasure! Be sure to make reservations in advance, as recommended by the National Park Service.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: Varies (see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/stli\/planyourvisit\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/stli\/planyourvisit\/index.htm<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE NATURE LOVER: Explore Central Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pictures and movies don\u2019t really show you how big Central Park is. You could easily spend all day exploring it. If biking is more your style, you can rent a bikes at several businesses near the southern end of the park. Grab some lunch at a Halal food truck for the authentic New York experience.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Liberty Harbor RV<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.libertyharborrv.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Liberty Harbor RV<\/a> calls themselves \u201cthe closest RV park to New York City.\u201d With competitive rates and a bus tour that leaves right from the front door, it\u2019s the perfect location for your budget expedition into New York City.<\/p>\n<h2>11. Bridgeport, Connecticut<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4877\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4877\" class=\"wp-image-4877 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/11-bridgeport-ct.jpg\" alt=\"Painting Of A River In The Woods.\" width=\"800\" height=\"612\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/11-bridgeport-ct.jpg 800w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/11-bridgeport-ct-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/11-bridgeport-ct-768x588.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4877\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image: Above Beardsley Park, Bridgeport, Connecticut. By Levi Wells Prentice (public domain).<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Discovery Museum and Planetarium<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Discovery Museum offers hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This is a great place for kids and adults to explore. More information at the Discovery Museum and Planetarium website.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: $8-10.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE HISTORY BUFF: The Barnum Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>American businessman and circus founder P. T. Barnum had a long relationship with Bridgeport, CT. The city has a wonderful museum dedicated to him. More information <a href=\"http:\/\/www.barnum-museum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE (with suggested donation amounts and nominal fees for some programs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Totoket Valley RV Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There aren\u2019t a lot of RV parks along this stretch of I-95. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.totoketrvpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Totoket Valley RV Park<\/a> offers a great location with water and septic, 20\/30\/50 amp electric, coin laundry, and wifi and cable. There are only 15 full hookup sites, so make your reservations in advance.<\/p>\n<h2>12. Providence, Rhode Island<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4878\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4878\" class=\"wp-image-4878 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/12-providence-ri.jpg\" alt=\"River In Providence, Rhode Island During A Festival, With Flaming Lanterns In the Water.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/12-providence-ri.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/12-providence-ri-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/12-providence-ri-768x505.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4878\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/calliope\/\">Liz West<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: WaterFire Sculpture<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/waterfire.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">WaterFire<\/a> is a highly acclaimed outdoor sculpture by Barnaby Evans. The sculpture\u2019s 100 bonfires are lit around sundown, filling the air with the fragrance of wood fire. This communal experience is quite popular, so arrive early to get a good spot.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE (suggested donation $5)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE NATURE LOVER: Neutaconkanut Hill <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This beautiful park preserves the flora, fauna, rocks, and forests of Neutaconkanut Hill. There are recreational areas at ground level, including a ball field, and hiking trails to let you enjoy the natural environment. More information at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhill.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Neutaconkanut Hill Conversvancy website.<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Normandy Farms Family Camping Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Head north on I-95 into Massachusetts and stop at this beautiful RV resort, only 30 minutes north of Providence. You\u2019ll enjoy a bike park, fitness center, disc golf, dog park, laundry, and much more. See the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.normandyfarms.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Normandy Farms website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<h2>13. Boston, Massachusetts<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4879\" style=\"width: 2058px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4879\" class=\"wp-image-4879 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/13-boston.jpg\" alt=\"Boston, Massachussetts Harbor With Ships Docked.\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/13-boston.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/13-boston-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/13-boston-1024x692.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/13-boston-768x519.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/13-boston-1536x1037.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4879\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/76771463@N02\/\">Katie Haugland Bowen<\/a>. Licensed under <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">Creative Commons 2.0.<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>FOR THE HISTORY BUFF: Old Granary Burying Ground and Freedom Trail<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Numerous founding fathers are buried in this cemetery, which dates to 1660. The cemetery lies along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefreedomtrail.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Freedom Trail<\/a>, a 2.5-mile walking route that takes you past a wide variety of historic sites. Even better\u2014schedule a walking tour, and you\u2019ll be guided by Freedom Trail tour guides in period-accurate costumes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: Trail and cemetery are FREE; scheduled walking tours incur a fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>FOR THE NATURE LOVER: Boston Public Garden <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boston.gov\/parks\/public-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Boston Public Garden<\/a> is the oldest botanical garden in the US. This beautiful park offers sculpted lawns, a quiet lake, and many walking paths. This is a great place to spend an afternoon.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cost: FREE<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY: Boston Minuteman Campground<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/minutemancampground.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Boston Minuteman Campground<\/a> offers a pool, playground, and volleyball court, as well as 30\/50 amp service and full RV hookups. Air conditioned and heated restrooms, with hot showers, are never far away. This is a great place to park the RV, kick back, and relax just outside of Boston.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Spring is still a long ways off. For many of us, that means wintering in an RV resort down south. But it\u2019s not too early to buy RV parts and start planning our summer road trips. America is full of historic landmarks, great cities, and beautiful natural landscapes. Why not start planning for Spring <br \/> <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/road-trip-on-a-budget-part-i\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about The Ultimate RV Road Trip On A Budget: Part I \u2013 East Coast Edition\">Read More&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[63],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2248","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-rv-life"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2248","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2248"}],"version-history":[{"count":31,"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2248\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4882,"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2248\/revisions\/4882"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2248"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2248"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2248"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}