RV Living

Carol Ann Quibell

Carol Ann Quibell is a full-time RVer originally from British Columbia who loves to share her knowledge of the lifestyle with others. She specializes in solving the legal, financial and safety issues associated with spending all year on the road.

RV set up in a park
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Living within the law - legal information for full-time RVers

If you are contemplating becoming a full-time RVer and are faced with the challenge of living within your local laws—don’t give up. It can be done.

A photo of a motorhome parked on a beach in Mexico.
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How much does the RV lifestyle cost?

Before you start out full-timing, you will want to consider the costs: fuel, campgrounds, food, repairs and other travel-related expenses.

A women in rolled-up jeans, herring bone design compression socks and wedge healed shoes.
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Your Socks may save your life!

Compression socks don’t have to be ugly but they can be life-saving

A To Do list in lime green, held up by a red clip.
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Departure checklist for RVers

 If you create a list to follow and then actually follow it, nothing gets forgotten and you won’t drive away leaving a water hose still connected. 

A smiling women pictured in the forground is talking on her cell phone while her husband, who is seen in the backround, is holding a cup of coffee next to their RV.
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Snowbird cellphone tips

What are the best options for RVers who travel in the States and want to stay connected with their family and friends?

A fifth wheel RV set up for full-time RV living.
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Are you ready to retire to an RV?

Many people dream of retiring and travelling fulltime in an RV. Here are some things to consider before setting off.

An RV on fire with a number of firefighters trying to put out the flames.
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One size does not fit all for RV insurance in Canada

Questions about insuring the RV for a lengthy stay in the U.S. 

Picture of RV set-up for full-time living
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Retire to an RV

Make sure you do your research—have a heart-to-heart with your spouse, talk with friends and family—before making the important decision of living the RV life full-time. 

Picture of three firemen putting out RV fire
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One size does not fit all for RV Insurance in Canada

Making sure that your insurance agent knows your exact travel plans can help you avoid unwelcome surprises down the road. 

House covered with snow.
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What’s on the minds of snowbirds

Carol Ann Quibell gets many queries about two topics: American border laws and making a living as a full-timer.

April is lambing season at Aveley Alpine Ranch.
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Lots of lambs

Visit a working sheep ranch north of Kamloops for a taste of pioneer life.

Boy and dog.
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How safe are your pets in the RV?

Many RVers travel with their pets. Here are some tips for keeping Fido happy and healthy on the road.

Photo of a winter scene from inside the home.
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Is your house safe while you’re away?

Snowbirds must make preparations for leaving a house vacant.

KOA campsite
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How to choose the right campground

There are different types of RVers, each with a different list of requirements for a place to stay.

Year round RV Park with permanent sites for full-timers needing a home base.
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The challenges of maintaining a home base

Canadian full-time RVers must have a legal physical address for at least six months of the year.

The BC Interior RV Show in Penticton, B.C.
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A tour of the BC Interior RV Show in Penticton

RV shows are a good resource for information on the RV lifestyle.