How to Holiday in Your RV - Winter Edition!
The winter holiday season is upon us - the perfect time of year for snowy landscapes, hot drinks, cozy activities and spending time with family and friends. From our inventory of durable three-season and four-season RVs, to the best accessories for making your camper a cozy winter haven and our knowledge of local campgrounds that are perfect for winter getaways, the team here at Jubilee RV has everything you need to embrace the holidays and pack up your all-season RV for some winter adventuring!
The Right RV for the Job
Most RVs will keep you very comfortable through mild spring, summer and early fall temperatures, but winter camping requires some extra considerations. You can most certainly upgrade your current RV to be more suited for winter conditions, such as adding extra insulation, double-paned windows, water tank coverings and warming systems, insulated carpeting and a trustworthy dehumidifier (bonus: the Jubilee RV team can help you with all of this, so you don’t have to DIY the entire thing yourself!). If you know that all-season camping will be a part of your future, then you can also consider purchasing a three-season or four-season camper, which will come stocked with all of the features necessary to keep you safe and cozy through the winter. Jubilee has a great selection of RV brands that are ready for 365-days of adventuring, such as Forest River with its Climatech Maxx Insulation Packages and Dutchmen with most models coming stocked with standard four-season capabilities.
Embrace Your Inner Snowbird!
Canadians are quite lucky in that we get to experience all four gorgeous seasons, and we wear our ‘winter camper’ badges with pride. Sunchasers will never understand the feeling of a hot campfire while the temperature hovers around zero degrees, how good it feels to curl up with a hot cup of cocoa after a day of cross country skiing, or just how quiet a clear winter night can be. Skip the insects, humidity and crowded campgrounds by hitting the road with family and friends to spend some quality time in the snow this holiday season.
When you embrace the winter RV lifestyle, one thing you can expect is to be spending more time inside of your camper, trailer, motorhome or toy hauler. It will be more important than ever to make sure you’ve created a cozy haven inside of your RV! Some of our top picks for ultimate winter camping comfort and convenience include:
Wool Everything! Wool is one of the best temperature-regulating materials out there. Don’t be afraid to turn your RV into a wooly paradise, and include things like wool base-layers, blankets, socks, slippers and hats.
Indoor Activities. Nothing brings families together more than group activities. Stock up on cards, board games and adult colouring books. What about trying to learn a new language together and only speaking in that language when you’re inside of the RV?!
Warm Lighting. Lighting adds a particularly beautiful ambience, especially against a dark and snowy backdrop. Twinkle lights, flameless candles and warm-bulb lamps will make the inside of your RV feel like a truly relaxing place to escape.
Plush Flooring. Tile floors may have been cool to the touch and easy to clean during hot summer afternoons; but in the winter, you'll be taking your boots off at the door and wanting to put your feet on something cozy and warm. Adding some rugs and a water-catching doormat (bonus if it has a heating feature to warm your boots up in the morning!) will make your RV as cozy and comfortable as a second home.
Explore Kamloops and Beyond
Residents of South-Central British Columbia know just how lucky we are to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Take advantage of all that this area has to offer by enjoying winter hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, owl watching, snowmobiling or just some casual camping this holiday season. Many campgrounds within a short drive of Kamloops offer year-round RV camping, such as Kamloops RV Park and Paul Lake Provincial Park. You can also check out this handy Kamloops Winter Activity Guide for ideas on where to seek out the best winter activities around Kamloops.
Jubilee RV has the best selection of campers and trailers, parts and camping accessories to make your winter adventuring dreams come true this holiday season. Give us a call or stop by the dealership to start exploring your all-season RV options. You’ll be ready to join your fellow snowbirds and explore all that Kamloops has to offer from the comfort of your RV faster than you can say “frosty the snowman!”