How we use RV LIFE Trip Wizard | Planning Tutorial Step-by-Step Guide building a real trip! | EP272

Sue introduces herself and her video partner Mark, emphasizing their enthusiasm for RV life and trip planning. They highlight the RV Life Trip Wizard as their go-to tool for planning, which is part of the RV Life Bundle. This bundle includes an RV GPS app, campground reviews, RV maintenance, and more. They mention a special discount for viewers (25% off with code 'gem25') and express their appreciation for viewer support. The video aims to demonstrate how they use the Trip Wizard and showcase its features.

The video transitions into a tutorial on how to customize the RV Life Trip Wizard to fit personal RV specifications. Sue guides viewers on setting up their profile, adjusting default settings, and inputting RV information such as height, weight, and fuel type. She explains the importance of these details for trip planning and how they affect route suggestions. The video also covers how to save these settings for future use and the option to autoload the last trip for convenience.

Sue demonstrates how to create a new trip using the RV Life Trip Wizard. She walks through the process of setting a departure date, choosing a starting point, and selecting a destination. The video shows how to lock in specific arrival dates and duration of stay at destinations, which helps in organizing the trip itinerary. Additionally, Sue discusses trip tools and settings, such as avoiding tolls, ferries, and unpaved roads, and setting preferences for RV routing.

The tutorial continues with Sue explaining advanced features of the RV Life Trip Wizard, such as the driving radius and points of interest. She shows how to use these tools to find suitable campgrounds and plan stops according to personal preferences and RV capabilities. The video also covers how to filter campgrounds based on ratings, reviews, and amenities, ensuring that the chosen locations are well-suited for the RV and its occupants.

Sue delves into the process of researching and selecting campgrounds to add to the trip. She discusses the importance of checking campground details, such as site size and availability of hookups, to ensure a good fit for the RV. The video also shows how to use Google Maps and other tools to measure the size of campsites and confirm their suitability. Once a campground is selected, Sue demonstrates how to add it to the trip and input stay duration.

The video moves on to show how to adjust the planned route and incorporate points of interest, such as rest areas and fuel stops. Sue also discusses how to use the drag route feature to customize the route according to personal preferences or to avoid certain areas. She illustrates how to add activities and attractions to the trip, creating a more comprehensive travel plan that includes both accommodations and entertainment.

Sue focuses on finding suitable campgrounds near specific destinations, such as Nashville and Louisville. She shows how to filter and compare campgrounds based on reviews, amenities, and proximity to the city. The video also covers how to use the drag route feature to adjust the route to better suit the traveler's preferences. Once a campground is selected, Sue demonstrates how to add it to the trip and input the planned stay duration.

The tutorial addresses the challenge of balancing trip durations and making adjustments to fit new stops into the itinerary. Sue shows how to edit existing stops to create space for additional campgrounds and activities. She also demonstrates how to use the elevation and gradient tools to prepare for challenging driving conditions. The video emphasizes the flexibility of the RV Life Trip Wizard in allowing users to make changes and adjustments as needed.

Sue wraps up the tutorial by finalizing the trip plan and showcasing additional features of the RV Life Trip Wizard. She discusses how to view the entire trip, toggle on and off various map layers, and use the weather layer to stay informed about weather conditions along the route. The video also covers how to archive completed trips and access them for future reference. Sue encourages viewers to explore the product training videos and other resources to get the most out of the RV Life Trip Wizard.

Mark joins Sue to emphasize the value of the RV Life Trip Wizard, especially for complex trips. He contrasts the digital planning method with traditional paper-based planning, highlighting the ease and accuracy of the digital tool. Mark shares his experience planning an Alaska trip, showcasing the detailed route and campground planning. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to share their trip planning tips and tricks, and to engage with the community for travel suggestions.