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RE: Stayed at Myrtle Beach State Park and ate at the Library
Last time we were at MBSP there were a lot of signs up warning of snakes. Has this changed? I don't do well with snakes around!
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Tripalot
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11/08/09 02:54pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: RGV departure Dec 27
jwakeman - you asked about finding overnight sites
Since you are a Good Sam member, go to the Woodalls link - type in a city you will be passing through. When you get the page that asks what facilities you require, check off "open all year". Then I recommend you call ahead and confirm that they really will be open when you arrive.
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Tripalot
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11/03/09 12:03pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Illinois campground
Does anyone know if this c.g. is open all year?
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Tripalot
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11/03/09 11:44am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Canadian snowbirds - Out of country health insurance
I think Prime Link has some plans that will cover you but be prepared to pay $$$$.
I would talk with one of their agents and read the fine print carefully.
Sandersons are also easy to deal with and being smaller than Prime Link, much more approachable than a big company. Not nearly as many buttons to push to get a real live person.
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Tripalot
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11/02/09 05:05pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: What do you do with all your money??
Patter - I just looked up the brochure I have on TD's US accounts. You are correct that there is no fee for their US Visa account, but the Borderless Plan costs $4.95 US a month unless you maintain a $3000 balance. We prefer to use the US Dollar Chequing account which has no fees if the balance is $1000 of more. You also earn interest on this account, but we all know what that amounts to these days.
It appears the bank is going to get their fees out of us one way or another!
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Tripalot
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11/02/09 04:55pm |
Snowbirds
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H1N1 in the RGV
Can someone who is already in the RGV tell me what the situation is with regards to H1N1. Is it hitting a lot of people down there? We were hoping to get our shots before leaving home, but now they are reporting shortages in our area and who knows. We definitely want to get the shot - so please don't try to convince us it is not necessary.
We have had several deaths in our area and those who have had it report it is not a fun experience.
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Tripalot
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11/01/09 12:41pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Driving in winter
We watch the weather very closely and look for at least a 2 day "window of Opportunity" so we can get through Ontario, Michigan, Ohio and down into Tennessee. I also have a list of c.g.'s that are open along our planned route so hopefully if the weather turns bad, we are not far from an overnight stop. Last winter was the first time we had to drive the M.H. & tow car in snow. DH was surprised at how well it handled but I was a nervous wreck as a passenger. Luckily we ran out of the snow very quickly (in Michigan - Lansing area).
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Tripalot
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11/01/09 12:36pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: What do you do with all your money??
Lorne & Lorraine - have you found a no fee US credit card. TD charges $25/year - borderless plan also costs $4.95 US a month if your balance is less than $3000. I prefer "no fee" banking. These charges apply whether you are a senior or not.
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Tripalot
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11/01/09 12:27pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Cowboy Boots in RGV
I think most of the boot shops in Mexico are owned by the same people or relatives. When DH was looking for boots, the one store did not have what he wanted in his size so someone from the shop went running across the road and came back a few minutes later with the required boot. We also heard this from others in our campground. Your budget will determine where you buy and how much patience you have for trying many on.
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Tripalot
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10/27/09 09:13am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Food allowed into States
Retired Snook
Perhaps if you told us what border crossing you will be using, it will help. We had six border crossings this summer, from Ontario and Quebec, going into New York, also from Ontario into Michigan. I checked with the borders before leaving home and only restrictions are lamb, mutton, goat and citrus. I try to take pet food made in USA - five years ago I had pet food taken because the package did not show where it was mfg.
Crossing from Canada into some states, e.g. California may have different
restrictions.
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Tripalot
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10/26/09 01:42pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Canadians using Visa card in US
We have occasionally run into this. When it happens, I go inside with our Visa card and wait with it while DH fills the tank. Sometimes we have been required to put through a certain amount and then the clerk will re-adjust the charge.
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Tripalot
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10/24/09 09:46am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Safe to Drive Into Progresso, MX
Don could you tell what the trenches were for - sewers? Ha! What is the latest thing the vendors are pushing? Hopefully all those pink poodles they had last year are gone.
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Tripalot
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10/22/09 04:54pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: What do you do for exercise while on the road?
We got involved with geocaching. It provides exercise for the brain & body! We love to walk and with looking for caches we get to see places that even locals are probably not aware of. The geocaching gives a nice walk an added purpose.
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Tripalot
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10/21/09 02:19pm |
RV Lifestyle
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RE: Agawa Canyon
You can also park overnight at the Casino which is right beside the train station.
It is patrolled - safety should not be a concern. When are you thinking of going?
This fall - if so, I suspect the fall colours are past their peak by now. I would recommend reservations as this is a popular train trip.
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Tripalot
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10/20/09 10:26am |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: Have you driven the Dempster?
We drove the Dempster two summers ago and for us the experience of the drive was as much a part of the trip as visiting Inuvik. It gives you special bragging rights to say you "drove the Dempster". Having said that, camping along the way is part of the experience. You can take your time and stop frequently.
We did the trip with a large truck camper. The ones who appeared to have the most problems were the fifth wheels - axle and tire problems. We spent several days with a caravan group and the Class A's and smaller units did just fine. We also experienced every possible driving condition. NOTE we were not part of the caravan but happened to be at the same c.g.'s several nights and became friends.
If I were you, I would leave the tow vehicle at the lodge/campground at the start of the Dempster. This is 4 less tires to worry about, and really you don't need a tow any where you go on this trip. Stay at the c.g. right in Inuvik so you can walk everywhere. You can walk to the departure point for the flight to Tuk, or if that is a little far for you (maybe 1.5 miles), take a taxi. Also, the sodium cloride that is put on the highway to keep the dust down, is murder on your tow. It will pit any aluminum or steel if not washed off ASAP. Incidently there is a good car wash on the exrememe outskirts of Inuvik and that should be the first place you go. You pay by the minute.
It is a great trip but as you can see, opinions on the best way to do it vary.
Good luck with your decision - but do go!
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Tripalot
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10/19/09 05:22pm |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: Can we afford it?
Swatherman
Consider going to the Rio Grand Valley in Texas instead of Arizona. Not as far to travel, ie less gas cost (depending on what part of Ontario you live). Lots of campgrounds in the $ 300 - $ 400 per month price range, lots of free activities in the cg's and the communities have lots of free entertainment and Winter Texan Appreciation events. There are always coupons in the papers for meal deals at restaurants - eating out is much cheaper than in Ontario. So is beer, wine and liquor purchases.
Sorry I have not wintered in Arizona so I am not familiar with their prices but Texas is a good deal and many have discovered this. Good luck with your search for the perfect winter haven.
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Tripalot
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10/15/09 05:16pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Lafayette, LA
What are the rates at the municipal park? Usually they are quite good but this summer we came across some expensive city and county parks.
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Tripalot
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10/09/09 01:01pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Canadian exchange rate
Lorne/Lorraine - with TD bank, the money immediately goes from one account into the other. When you look at the quoted rate, it is only good for 1 minute - and sometimes when I am "thinking" whether to purchase or not, the rate will change, either way. It is currrently under 6 cents per dollar.
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Tripalot
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10/09/09 12:42pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Canadian exchange rate
Falcon - Lorne & Lorraine
There is no withdrawal fee if you maintain a minimum $1000 balance. If you drop below the minimum, the charge is $1 per withdrawal. Last year I purchased US $ when the rate was very low (almost par). When I spent my cash and dropped below the minimum, I found it best to write cheques on my US account and pay the fee as the exchange rate had gone up to over 20% as I recall. Currently I'm stocking up just in case the rate does take another major jump in the next year - despite what the experts are saying. The rate at TD this am is 6.09% - better than yesterday!
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Tripalot
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10/09/09 06:51am |
Snowbirds
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RE: St Augustine Fl
What are the rates at North Beach?
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Tripalot
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10/08/09 05:53pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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