Thinking about taking an RV vacation to discover the United States, but really don’t know where to start?

Well, let’s start at the very beginning… a very good place to start. When you rent you begin with A, B, C…style vehicles that is.

Class A Vehicles

Regarded as the top dog of the RV world, Class A vehicles are the whopping big homes on wheels that look a lot like decked-out buses. They generally come with every creature comfort you would enjoy at home and are the perfect option for those wishing to travel in style and without the normal hassles of camping.

They are also ideal for big groups or large families, with some sleeping up to 8 people.

Class B Vehicles

Ideal for travelers on a budget, Class B RVs are basically a motorhome and are the smallest of the three classes. They are economical and versatile, and without a doubt a huge step up from taking a tent in the back of a car.

These vehicles usually provided adequate cooking facilities and the amount of beds varies. They are a great option for couples, or a group of 2 or 3 friends.

Class C Vehicles

Not too fussed on taking out a huge rig, but don’t want something as small as the Class B motorhomes? Well, the Class C vehicles will be the perfect option for you!

A combination between the 2, these RVs offer almost all the facilities that a Class A vehicle does, but are a lot smaller, less fancier and much easier to park! Some of these can even sleep up to 10 people, making this the best option for travel on the cheap!

- Chrissy

Still not sure of which vehicle you should book? Take a look at http://www.jurnii.com/rv/ to find out more!

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Spring is nearing an end, but tourism in Washington, D.C. isn’t slowing. With the passing of great events like the National Cherry Blossom Festival, DC Tours and attractions continues to thrive. By visiting some of Washington’s top attraction sites, you can find spectacular package rates on various accommodations.

Our nation’s capital is one of the most spectacular places to visit because of the enveloping aurora around its monuments and landmarks. There’s a substantial amount of history and knowledge to be uncovered by visiting Washington and viewing some of their greatest DC Attractions. As Memorial Day approaches, parks are blistering with festivities and exhibitions.

Some of the greatest events occurring on or around Memorial Day are as follows:

• PBS’ National Memorial Day Concert, opening at 5 p.m. on the West Lawn(Sunday, May 30^th)
• National Memorial Day Parade, beginning at 2 p.m. and proceeding from Constitution Avenue and ending at The Whitehouse (Monday, May 31, 2010)
• Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally, departing from the Pentagon at 12 p.m. (Sunday, May 30^th)
• GI Film Festival (May 12-16^th)
• Arlington National Cemetery Tour, beginning at 11 a.m. (Monday, May 31^st)
• Navy Memorial, beginning at 11 a.m. (Saturday May 29^th)
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial, beginning at 1 p.m. (Monday, May 31^st)
• WWII Memorial, beginning at 9am (Monday, May 31^st)
• Air Force Memorial, beginning at 9 a.m. (Monday, May 31^st)

Although, The Memorial Day festivities are a sliver of what you can find in D.C.; there is plenty more. Other than simply visiting let’s say, The Washington Monument, or Lincoln Memorial, there’s a large amount of actual activities and/or tours to engage in. This includes Ford’s Theatre Tour, Ghost Tours, Lincoln Assassination Tour, and Old Town Alexandria Tour; all of which are walking tours. Before, during or after, you may also want to check out places like The Capital Visitor Center, Whitehouse Visitor Center, or The U.S. Capital Building; all of which are highly popular amongst tourists.

Washington also has a plethora (over 150) of museums. Some of their most popular include The Smithsonian National Museum(s), The U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, The Newseum, Mount Vernon estate and Gardens Museum, and lastly The National Museum of Crime and Punishment, which exhibits excellent depictions of historically famous crime scenes. In addition, there’s a multitude of sightseeing.

There are also some newer establishments/museums that may be of interest including:

1. The German-American Heritage Museum
2. Ford’s Theatre
3. The Capital Visitor Center
4. The National Museum of American History (renovations)
5. Lincoln’s Cottage

For a thorough list of things to do in DC, feel free to check out the Things to Do, where the list everything from government buildings to parks and recreation! Also, be sure to check out some rates on accommodations and travel at http://www.wdcahotels.com/. A trip to Washington, D.C. may not be the most lavish of all your vacation expenditures, but it’s certainly one that you will not forget.

- Guest Blogger: Erik Braunitzer

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While travelling across the United States, it no longer comes as a surprise when we stumble across giant Vikings, wheel-rim constructed turtles, concrete dinosaurs, wacky “World’s largest” objects, two-storey outhouses and creepy, though slightly intriguing roadside museums.

In fact, we are actually more taken aback when we pass through towns that DON’T offer something off-beat and wacky!

Our nation’s capital, Washington D.C. tends to tone it down a little when it comes to strange roadside attractions. While they offer their fair share of “big things”, they have kept the “strange factor” PG rated (which in some cases is a very good thing).

However, we did find a few “out there” attractions that are sure to draw in those tourists who are hungry for a dose of weird, wacky and wonderful.

1. One-Time World’s Largest Chair: Washington DC

No US town or city is complete without a landmark that attempts to claim “World’s Largest” status.

The folks at “Guinness World Records” must be working overtime thanks to the amount of wannabe “big things” small towns’ claim they have.

Washington DC has followed this trend and claims to be the home of the “One-time World’s Largest Chair”. The chair stands at 19-feet tall, which is in-fact just 1-foot shorter than the actual “world’s largest chair”.

Looks like they missed out by just one!

2.  National Museum of Crime and Punishment

Aiming to glorify crime-fighters rather than criminals, the National Museum of Crime and Punishment, tries its hardest to document the best of America’s crime history. However, this wouldn’t be nearly as exciting as looking at the replicas of the nation’s most notorious criminals, now would it?

What is commonly referred to as “gangsterabilia” now frequents the hallways and rooms of this museum, with everything from Bonnie and Clyde’s movie death car to Ted Bundy’s Volkswagen Beetle.

3. National Museum of Health and Medicine

No museum combines the best of wacky and wonderful better than this National Museum treasure.

Be prepared for the words “eww”, “yuck” and “gross” to escape from your lips, as you uncover stomach-shaped hairballs, pieces of Abraham Lincoln’s skull and the gangrenous human foot.

The museum has even gone so far as to include an interactive computer terminal which allows visitors to play Lincoln’s Deathbed doctor. Unfortunately, all doctors arrive at the same prognosis: that Lincoln is in fact dead!

4. Martha, Passenger Pigeon: Washington DC

The US was once a country that enjoyed the company of millions of passenger pigeons. But somehow this population dwindled down to a mere one!

The last passenger pigeon known to any American citizen was Martha; a trustworthy bird, born and raised in the Cincinnati Zoo.

The spirit of her being has since been captured in a bronze statue, which has become a National Historic Landmark that is nestled in a quiet corner of her earthly home.

5. Owney – Canine Friend of the US Postal Service

If there is something Washington DC does well (besides being the government centre for the United States) it is document the history of their useful animals.

wney was a globe-trotting mutt, who pawed his way into the hearts of everyone that came across him. This unofficial postal system dog mascot eventually had to be put down but was lovingly stuffed and now rests in the National Postal Museum, adorned with the many medals he deservingly accumulated over his lifetime.

- Chrissy

Been to Washington DC lately, or heading there soon?  Let us know about your trip!

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