We finally found the time and what a great time! We highly recommend adding Key West to your RV Adventure bucket list. Key West packs more fun things to do per square mile in that just about anywhere in the country (NYC gives anywhere a run for its money but that’s a post for another time).

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In this video we take our 2015 Entegra Aspire down to El Mar RV Resort in Key West (Stock Island) staying just a few miles from the world-famous Duval Street. The video says just about everything but here are some helpful links to items mentioned in the video. Questions? Leave us a comment below and we’ll get right back to you!

Where We Stayed

We stayed at El Mar RV Resort, on Stock Island which is part of Key West. El Mar RV Resort is small, with only 9-10 sites in total but they are extremely spacious. If you like quiet and a lot of space, there is no better place to stay in Key West. For those looking for a little more adventure we recommend Boyd’s Campground which is an extremely well run (but tightly spaced) RV park located just across the street from El Mar.

Boyd’s has a lot more action, laundry, a pool, and a store on site while EL Mar gives the feeling that your staying at a private waterfront beach-house with friends. They both are awesome, just depends what you’re in the mood for!

Palm Beach Motorcoach Resort

Before we headed south to Key West we stayed at Palm Beach Motorcoach Resort. This place is a gem, not just because the property is amazing but because it is one of the most friendly and well run parks in the COUNTRY! Seriously its amazing.

They accept Super C’s and Class A’s only though, but no age restrictions if your coach is in good condition. Sorry to our friends with 5th wheels but don’t worry all of the Key West parks are bumper pull and 5th wheel friendly!

Checkout the RVLove Remodel Series

Make sure to checkout the RVLove remodel series. It’s absolutely amazing and incredibly produced for a web show. You won’t regret it.

Series Starts Here

Thinks To Do

There are plenty of “Things to Do” posts out there talking about key west so we decided to pick a few less talked about items that we had a ton of fun doing while in Key West. Below are links to each of the activities in our video adventure.

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Key West Top 20

1. Rent a Bike – We rented our bikes at We Cycle – Rent on Stock Island as that location has better bikes for less $$
2. Mile Marker “0” – Take a picture at the end of the road. It should be on everyone’s bucket list! Location Here
3. Sunset Cruise – Commotion on the Ocean Departs from Key West for $59 dollar sunset cruises with an open bar. Worth it!
4. Rent a Scooter – We brought our motorcycle but there are rental locations everywhere!
5. Conch Calling – Conch shells are everywhere! Look for a conch shell with the end cut off as those are made for “conch calling”!
6. Rum Distillery – Free tastings? What? Yup its true and the Bad Bitch Rum is worth buying, we picked up two bottles.
7. B.O’s Fish Wagon – A hidden gem, make sure to eat at B.O’s Fish wagon and bring a sticker if you have one!
8. Chickens! – Key West Chickens are everywhere. Look up in a tree – Chicken! Under a Car? Chicken!
9. Harbor Walk – Checkout the Boat House Restaurant and many others on Harbor Walk. If you look carefully you’ll find Buffet’s music studio!
10. Rent a Kayak – Rented at Hurricane Hole on Stock Island, great prices and an amazing staff and great food for after your return.
11. Southernmost Beach Cafe & Resort – Seriously the Key Lime Coolata is amazing. Grab a drink and put your feet in the sand at this beach front restaurant hotel.
12. Buy Souvenirs – We stopped by the Funky Chicken Store and picked up a t-shirt had and beer coozie! Chickens!
    

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13. Sunset Pier – The BEST place to watch the sunset on Key West conveniently located at the end of Duval Street (north).
14. Mallory Square – A beautiful public park with street performers and amazing waterfront and sunset views (plus you can drink on the street)
15. Leave a Dollar at Willie T’s – On Duval Street, Willie T’s is impossible to miss and actually a lot of fun. Money up front is cleared annually and donated to Veterans. Just ask for a stapler.
16. Conch Republic with Friends – An open air restaurant near the historic harbor with life music, a great bar and excellent food.
17. Key Lime Pie – Its everywhere! Kermits or Key Lime Pie Company? You be the judge!
18. Schooner Warf – A great night spot on the water with live music, an outdoor atmosphere and surprisingly good food. Try the crab salad.
19. Better than Sex – A Dessert themed bar with a sexy theme that adds sweats to an amazing drink/dessert menu. Worth it!
20. Drag Queen Show – This isn’t a drag show in the “automotive sense” – Drag is part of Key West’s culture and a Drag show is a must see (heaviest pours in Key West at Aqua!)
21. Relax – Your on Island Time – What Can we say.. don’t forget the point and make sure to just let go and have fun!

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In the above video we detail our experience with the dealership and highlight the dealerships newest location in Phoenix, Arizona.

Unique facts about NIRVC Phoenix

Since we have a personal relationship with the GM at the Phoenix location (we purchased our coach from him at another dealership back in 2015) and we have visited this location a few times we want to tell you a few unique facts about this particular dealership. Since this dealership is the newest, just opening in the last year, it is smaller than their Dallas and Atlanta locations. While this prevents them from having storage (coming soon)  it has the side benefit of letting you really get to know the staff and provides a more intimate buying experience than most larger dealerships. If you are interested in learning more you can call the GM (Robert “Cowboy” Langley) directly on his cell at 817.774.3476. Tell him Livinlite.net sent you!

Locations and Services by location

Currently, NIRVC has 3 locations in Atlanta Georgia, Dallas, TX, and Phoenix, AZ. Address listed below.

Atlanta, GA

1350 Hurrican Shoals Rd. NE

Lawrenceville, GA 30043

770-979-4051

(Sales, Service, Storage, Wash, Paint & Body)

Dallas, TX

498 E State Hwy

121 Lewisville, TX 75057

469-277-1330

(Sales, Service, Storage, Wash, Paint & Body)

Phoenix, AZ

22425 N 16^th St.

Suite 3

Phoenix, AZ 85024

(Sales, Service, Wash)

Brands sold by location

Atlanta, GA

• Carado
• Entegra Coach
• Forester by Forest River
• Newmar
• Pleasure-Way
• RoadTrek
• THOR Motor Coach

Dallas, TX

• Forester by Forest River
• Newmar
• RoadTrek

Phoenix, AZ

• Coachman Recreational Vehicles
• Entegra Coach
• Jayco

Why you ask are different brands sold at different locations? Each dealership needs to be licensed in every single state to sell. Hence why you will find Newmar coaches at their Atlanta location and not in the Phoenix.

 Services offered

The following Services are offered at the NIRVC locations. Except for Phoenix, they yet to have storage but this should be coming soon.

• storage
• service
• sales
• wash

How to Get In Touch

If you are interested in learning more you can call the Phoenix GM (Robert “Cowboy” Langley) directly on his cell at 817.774.3476. Tell him Livinlite.net sent you! Even if you are looking at another location start with Cowboy and he’ll point you in the right direction and give you a warm introduction to someone at one of their other locations.

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Experimental Aircraft Association

The EAA flies this and other aircraft all over the country providing normal folks like us the opportunity to tour this amazing piece of history. Ground tours are $10.00 per person ($20.00 for a family) and kids under 8 years old are free. What we really enjoyed was that the tours were staffed by actual veterans. They were so friendly and willing to share their knowledge about this amazing plane and its history and significance to the war effort.

If you’d like to take the experience to the next level, you can also go on a flight tour in this amazing aircraft. That privilege will set you back $449.00 (less if you are an EAA member) but that truly is a once in a lifetime experience.

Plan Your Own Tour

More information on where the EAA and the B-17 will be can be found at their website located here.

Ground Tours
2-5 p.m. (unless noted), weather permitting
$10: Individual Rate
$20: Family Rate (adults/children up to 17)
Free: Children under 8 (with paying adult)
Free: Veterans / Active Military

Mission Flights (weather permitting)
Advance
$409: EAA Members
$449: Nonmembers

Walk-Up
$435: EAA Members
$475: Nonmembers

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Is it Really Free?

Camping is actually free (well you need a Harvest Hosts membership that is around $50.00 per year). Tickets to the concert series vary, we paid $25.00 per person and had spacious assigned seating and access to a full dinner buffet for an additional $14 dollars per person. Camping for a second night will cost you either $10.00 or you can spend $25.00 or more in the shop and stay another night for free. Details are available on the Harvest Hosts website.

Muscadine Grape?

As expected, its virtually impossible to grow traditional vine grapes in Fort Pierce. The heat, sand and humidity make it a very inhospitable place for most wine grapes. That didn’t stop Summer Crush which found it’s niche creating wines using the Red Muscadine and White Muscadine grape.We aren’t wine experts, not even close, but the Muscadine grape is sweet and lends itself to making sweater wines that can be great for sangrias and summer cocktails, especially in the Florida heat. Summer Crush has some tricks up it’s sleeve for those of you who like more of a dry or oaky finish as well!

Booking – What is Harvest Hosts?

For those of you that don’t know about Harvest Hosts, its a network of vineyards, wineries, breweries and special events venues that allow 24-hour overnight parking for RV’ers. For more details checkout our Detailed Harvest Host Article. You can contact Summer Crush directly by visiting their website here.

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Glamping or glamour camping is a slang term used to describe some of today’s most luxurious motorcoaches and RV’s. As well as a term loosely used to describe resorts that cater to guests that are interested in staying out of a traditional building or hotel structure while bringing all of the creature comforts of home along with them.

What Exactly is a Motorcoach Resort?

There isn’t an exact definition but for the most part a motorcoach resort is a high end RV resort with amenities similar to a 3 or 4 star hotel. In most cases these motorcoach resorts only allow Class A motorhomes and usually have restrictions on the age of the coach you bring. Many motorcoach resorts are similar to condominiums in that spots are owned by members rather than rented.

For the most part, motorcoach resorts are open to the public as many owners wish to rent their RV spots when they are not using them to recoup some of their investments. Amenities typically include an onsite club house, gym, swimming pool, spa, luxury bathrooms and private showers, bar, game rooms and more. Some resorts even have attached golf courses and marinas where you can park your boat right next to your coach.

How Much is a Motorcoach Resort Stay?

Hold on to your hats folks, these places are not cheap but looking on the bright side, they are cheaper than just about any 4 or 5 star hotel that’s for sure! A single night stay at a motorcoach resort like Palm Beach Motorcoach will set you back between $80.00-150.00 per night. Most parks have weekly and monthly discounts that can bring that price down considerably but think of this as a “vacation” not something most of us can do every day.

What About Buying a Spot?

Buying a spot at a prestige motorcoach resort can be as expensive as buying a house! Spots at Palm Beach Motorcoach (which just recently opened) range from $160,000 t0 almost $300,000. What is really interesting is how absolutely massive the price can range from seller to seller. If you find a resort that has spots for sale from existing members, there are absolutely deals out there, especially for those looking to sell quickly. We’ve seen amazing spots on the Pacific Coastal cliffs of Oregon overlooking the ocean for as little as $50,000. Of course if you are willing to sacrifice the view then deals are absolutely there to be had!

If you choose to look into ownership, make sure you consider property taxes, common charges and any other fees that the associations may charge as part of the sale. Always do your research.

Some Noteworthy Motorcoach Resorts

• Palm Beach Motorcoach Resort – www.jpbresort.com
• Aztec RV Resort – www.aztecrvresort.com
• Pelican Lake Motorcoach Resort –  www.pelicanlakemotorcoachresort.com
• Las Vegas Motorcoach Resort – www.lvmresort.com
• Bella Terra of Gulf Shores – www.bellaterrarvresort.com
• Pacific Shores MotorCoach Resort – www.pacificshoresmotorcoachresort.com
• Motorcoach County Club – motorcoachcountryclub.com

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