Holiday Gift List for RV Travelers

Ideas for What to Buy Family and Friends for Their Camper or Trailer

Sep 30, 2007

As the winter holidays draw near, consider giving outdoor related gifts to all of the RV owners on your checklist.

Electronics:

A TV/DVD/VCR combo in the appropriate size to fit in a travel trailer or fifth wheel would give an entertainment option to travelers during a trip.
Satellite Radio Systems are a hit with drivers and passengers alike because of the clarity of the stations and the ability to maintain the same channel for the entire trip; without having to search around for a clear FM station.
Portable navigation systems will be a hit for anyone on a gift list. Popular makers include: Garmin, Magellan, and TomTom. GPS systems come designed for handheld use, or for a boat or vehicle. A range of prices is available for most budgets from $200 for a basic model, to $2000 for a boat unit. A GPS will give those RVers who do not have a system built into their car or motorhome the freedom from maps, and worry of getting lost in a new place.
Digital Cameras are always a quality choice when selecting a gift for travelers. Photography on the road will give friends and family the ability to share a trip with others, and to have stored memories to last a lifetime.
Laptop Computers give many campers the freedom to work while vacationing, or to maintain employment while RVing full-time. With wireless internet now widely available, a present of this degree would be a gift on many levels.

Cooking:

Cast Iron cookware and bakeware
Propane Cook stove
Portable Grill
Barbeque Tool Set
Outdoor dinnerware
RV Cookbook
Outdoor Cooking Station

Essentials:

Camping Chairs
Cooler
Generator
Bedding

Luggage:

Wheeled Upright Suitcase
Wheeled or Regular Duffel Bag
Travel Garment Bag
Travel Computer Bag
Hanging Toiletry Bag

Tools:

An Emergency Roadside Assistance Service such as AAA, The Auto Club, Allstate Motor Club, as well as many others, will assure that travelers will be protected while on the road.
Good Sam Club Membership
Flashlight
Swiss Army Knife
Folding Knife
Fish Processing Filet Knife
All-in-one Multi-tool
RV Size Tool Storage Kit with select tools, such as: hatchet, hammer, pliers, screwdrivers, battery terminal cleaners, rubber mallet or small sledge hammer, and an assortment of other needs depending on the type of vehicle.

Books/Leisure:

Woodall’s RV Owner’s Handbook
Rand McNally United States Mexico Canada Road Atlas
The 2006 "RV" DVD with Robin Williams, Jeff Daniels, Cheryl Hines and JoJo, from the directors of "Get Shorty" and "Men in Black". This comedy film follows the Munro's on their first RV trip across the country where they try to bond as a family, although everything doesn't go as planned. Experienced RVers will find the humor in the satirical look at full-timers and the sometimes over-the-top friendly atmosphere of RV parks.
The Lodge Cast Iron Cooking Cookbook will help those new to the cookware learn how to care for and cook in cast iron, as well as provide a selection of camping recipes.
Slippers
U-shaped Travel Pillow
Travel Journal
Picnic Basket
L.L. Bean's Boat and Tote Bag has been a company favorite since 1944. This bag is made of heavy duty canvas and for the affordable price and style selection, makes a great bag for a day trip or overnight bag.

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