Travel trailer sway -- the uncontrolled side-to-side motion experienced in cross winds, when being passed by 18-wheelers or during heavy braking -- is a dangerous and disconcerting event. It is colloquially referred to as "fish-tailing." The experts at Lakeshore RV, referenced below, advise that all trailers over 24 feet long should be fitted with twin sway bars properly adjusted to exert equal pressure on both sides of the tow package. Aside from having properly adjusted sway bars, you can minimized side motion simply by loading heavy items as close to the trailer floor as possible, and distributing them so that approximately 20 percent of the trailer's total weight is on the tongue.
Pack Lightly for International Travel
As most airlines grow stricter about carry-on and checked luggage requirements, packing for an international excursion becomes a delicate art. Checked luggage usually must weigh less than 50 lbs. Some companies, such as American Airlines, charge for a second checked bag even when you're flying internationally (Continental, Delta, Northwest, United and US Airways all charge to check a second bag if you're flying within the United States).
Here are some hard-earned tips for keeping yourself under the 50-lb. limit without sacrificing any necessities.
Create a Travel Map
Boast about your exotic adventures when you show friends and family your travel map, which serves as a record of the places you have been, places you'd like to go and places you'll soon be visiting. A plethora of travel-related websites offer options to make travel maps, which you can move virtually throughout cyberspace to update travel buddies and relatives about your location, your history and your plans.
Convert My Travel Trailer to Use in the Winter
Winter camping in a travel trailer involves winterizing the vehicle so that the pipes and water supply do not freeze and insulating the trailer to stay warmer. Materials are available that help keep the trailer functional during cold or subfreezing temperatures so that you can continue to enjoy camping or vacations throughout the season.
Know if a Travel Agency Is a Legitimate Company
When making travel and vacation plans through a travel agency it is important to ensure that your travel agency is qualified and legitimate. It is important to have confidence in the person or company you are using to arrange your vacation, which will help ensure your travel plans go smoothly. There are a number of steps to help you protect yourself from fraudulent travel agencies.