The Jayco Journal
Stories from the road, RV advice and news from the Jayco family.
RVing: an Exercise in Self-Discovery
June 6, 2018
RV travel presents a unique way to learn new things about yourself, explore new places, and talk to new people with different perspectives.
Saving Dough on the Road: Tips for Affordable Travel
May 8, 2018
Planning your dream RV getaway without breaking the bank is easier than you think. Check out these four tips and save while you site see.
Explaining RVing to Friends and Family
May 2, 2018
It can be hard for non-RVers to wrap their head around the lifestyle. To them, it may sound like a less familiar way to achieve what could be accomplished with the help of planes, trains, automobiles and hotels. Here are some reasons to help those curious
RV Storage Tips for City Dwellers
April 18, 2018
If you’re a city dweller that has, or is thinking about buying an RV, there’s an ownership factor that’s bigger for you than suburbanite and space-rich rural RV owners: where to park your unit when you aren’t using it. Here are some things to know about o
Why More Young People Are RVing than Ever
April 12, 2018
The evidence is undeniable. Younger people are drawn to RVing today. According to a 2016 Nielsen study performed for Go RVing, in a single year, from 2015 to 2016, the average age of RV owners dropped from 48 to 45. Other studies show similar trends in av
Hitting the Road: Top Tips for Extended RV Trips
April 3, 2018
Tackling an extended trip in your RV? A great adventure surely awaits—and we've got the planning manual to make the prep work easy.
10 Reasons Small Trailers Rule
March 29, 2018
Small but mighty—trailers on the petit side offer suprising benefits. Read our top 10 reasons to consider purchasing a smaller ride for yourself.
Product Innovations Ahead of Their Time
March 19, 2018
Take a trip down memory lane with some of Jayco’s past innovations, each ahead of its time in terms of creativity and craftsmanship.
What's In a Name?
February 26, 2018
Jayco founder Lloyd Bontrager wanted his customers to feel free, without a care in the world. Read up on how the word "Jayco" came to represent that sentiment.