New to RVing, couple questions

Peachez wrote:
Hi everyone! Hubby and I just bought our first 5th wheel yesterday! (32' Komfort). We are looking forward to jumping both feet in to the deep end and going full time in January. Questions I have are:

1. Is there such thing as a insurance plan that will cover AC/fridge/heater, etc?? (I have American Home Shield for the home, but they do not cover RV's.) PS - I do have full coverage insurance on the RV, but looking to cover those "Oh no, the fridge just died," kind of events. I'm not a fan of extended insurance plans, while others are. I'll leave it at that.

2. What are some of the best magazines, blogs, subscriptions to get info on places to see, RV life, resorts/camp grounds, etc? I'll recommend RV-Dreams.com, mainly for the content, ie a daily journal of a mid-life couple full timing in a 5th wheel. They are quite open regarding their financial income and expenses on the road.

3. Do you recommend joining any of the RV groups such as Passport America, etc? If so, which one(s) and why? Personally, my concept of full timing is incompatible with membership in most clubs. I would recommend getting a year's worth of full timing experience before you consider a membership, because the value of any membership will be determined by how much it is used. Passport America @ $44/yr can be a great value to a f/ter or extended traveler due to their flexibility. Just be aware of the restrictions at each participating park so that you can work around them.
4. Would love to hear all the tips/tricks/must haves/don't bother with kind of info offered by you experienced RV'ers out there! Slow down. You don't have to see everything the first year. Unless boondocking or workamping, camping fees will be one of your largest expenditures. Daily rates at commercial parks are higher than government parks which often have fewer amenities, but offer more natural ambiance. Monthly rates at commercial parks, with their additional amenities, are much more reasonable. If age 62, get the $10 lifetime America The Beautiful Senior pass. It will save you 50% off camping fees at most Federal parks. Have you decided on your State of Domicile and mail service?

Thanks for helping out! See you on the road!