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Whether you’re new to camping or not, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of Kampgrounds of America or KOA. With over 500 KOAs in North America, you may have a KOA in your area or see signs for KOAs when you travel. There are three types of KOAs – Journey, Holiday, and Resort. KOA Journey…
When you think about where American and Canadian snowbirds head for the winter months, Florida likely comes to mind. For those fleeing the cold and snow, the “Sunshine State” is a popular snowbird destination because it offers warm weather, beautiful scenery, and plenty of outdoor activities. Yet, for many people, the most popular islands, beach…
If you’ve decided to work a part-time job as a snowbird, you might be thinking about your options. Some people know exactly what they’ll do for work. Others may have a wide variety of positions to consider in their snowbird destination. What’s a good job for a snowbird who wants part-time employment? Well, that depends…
If you’re a traditional or early retiree who is also a snowbird, you may have no interest in going back to work as you seek out the sunshine in a warmer climate during the winter season. 😎 But there plenty of “retired” snowbirds benefit in various ways from working a part-time job for at least…
Living the life of a snowbird might sound like it’d be out of reach. Wouldn’t maintaining another property double your expenses, at least? Well, living the snowbird lifestyle does come with some extra expenses. Still, enjoying the winter in warmer weather likely won’t be close to double your everyday costs. Snowbirding done the right way…
Every month when you see your cell phone bill, you wonder if you should change carriers to save money. You know there are more economical options. But you also wonder if a cheaper plan means dropped calls, missing text messages, slow data, and lousy customer service. You really want a frugal cell phone plan that…
Have you grown tired of cold winters? Are you done dealing with icy roads and shoveling snow? Many people who feel this way decide to take up the snowbird lifestyle, leaving dreary winters in their rearview mirrors as they head toward warmer climates. Snowbirding is a rewarding experience but can be downright terrifying when done…
[It’s a convenient solution for remote workers and wanderlusters too.] With remote working opportunities increasing and Baby Boomer (and some Gen X) retirements accelerating rapidly, many people are choosing to travel more, only returning to their home base occasionally. “Snowbirds” used to be a term to describe retirees who left their primary homes in the…
You know the lazy days of summer are over the day you turn on the heat to take the morning chill away. Next up? The leaves change colors and pumpkin spice fills the air. Not far behind comes gray skies, freezing cold temperatures, and snow. While you may enjoy the first few snowfalls each year,…
If you’re like us, you’re always looking for ways to save on expenses. While you have to spend money for a AAA membership and its protections, you might be surprised by all of the benefits available and how it could save you money in the end. Can the savings from a AAA membership cover the…
