Campground Spotlight
Vista Del Sol RV Resort, Bullhead City, Arizona
Bullhead City, Arizona, has a wide-open view of the sun — a “Vista Del Sol” in Spanish. Large RV sites, lots of amenities, and close proximity to places to visit make RVers happy at the resort with that name.
Vista Del Sol RV Resort general manager Faith Zoerb keeps improving the RVer experience. The events calendar is packed. Movie nights; sundaes on Mondays; and game nights are just the start. “This year, our activities went to the next level,” she said. Looking at just one month of events, in October 2019, you’d find sessions of water aerobics, line dancing, and senior yoga, plus an Oktoberfest (with beer tastings), a Halloween parade, an afternoon wine tasting, and a trip to a bourbon distillery. The park’s new wood shop and craft room allow visitors to engage in creative pursuits whenever they wish; no schedule required.
Bullhead City is right across the Colorado River from Laughlin, Nevada. These two cities offer plenty of activities, museums, and outdoor adventures. Plus, Las Vegas is just an hour and 30 minutes away.
Other amenities at Vista Del Sol, a gated, 55-plus community, are free Wi-Fi; dog play areas; two swimming pools (one heated); a pickleball court; a hot tub; a fitness center; a large laundry facility . . . and the list goes on.
Although the resort of approximately 90 sites typically is packed during the December through March high season, Faith said that it’s still worth a call to find out whether a stay here fits in with your plans this winter. Especially if you’re headed to Tucson in March 2020 for FMCA’s 101st convention.
Vista Del Sol RV Resort, C13211
3249 Felipe Drive
Bullhead City, AZ 86442
(888) 440-1229
Email: vistadelsol@robertscommunities.com
www.robertsresorts.com/vista-del-sol/
App File
Region-Specific Guides
Wherever you choose to roam, it’s a good bet one or more apps loaded with information about the area can assist in your exploration. Here’s a sampling.
I Love NY: Whether you wish to explore the Adirondacks, the Big Apple, or other areas, the state’s official travel app uses your location to lead you to attractions, events, campgrounds, parks, restaurants, wineries, breweries, and more. Interactive audio walking tours are available for several cities. Free. For iOS and Android.
Montreal’s Best: Heading to Canada’s second-largest city? You can search for places to eat, drink, and shop; plan itineraries; learn about city neighborhoods; and obtain information about architecture, art, and history. $1.99 for iOS; free for Android.
YourCoast: The official app of the California Coastal Commission provides information about approximately 1,600 beaches, trails, and parks along the California coast. You can learn what each location offers in terms of rest rooms, parking, camping facilities, access for people with disabilities, and whether a site is dog-friendly. Free. For iOS only.
Travel
Santa interacts with children on board the Grand Canyon Railway, transformed for the season into the magical Polar Express.
Every Day’s A Holiday
RVers on the road at this time of year can discover wonderful, festive destinations. Melissa Popp suggests the following spots on TripSavvy.com:
Yosemite National Park, California. Savor sparse crowds; snow-covered vistas; and the seven-course Bracebridge Dinner, served in the chandelier-lit Ahwahnee Dining Room.
Estes Park, Colorado. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, enjoy decorated streets, RV parks, and holiday markets. Or take the Yuletide Lights self-guided driving tour.
Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. Camp at Trailer Village RV Park, on the South Rim. The Grand Canyon Railway becomes the magical Polar Express.
Stone Mountain Park, Georgia. The Stone Mountain Christmas festival spreads holiday cheer through January 5. Conquer the 400-foot, snow-covered tubing hill at Snow Mountain through February 23.
Christmas, Florida. Santa has been seen postmarking cards and packages at the town’s post office. Orlando’s theme parks beckon just a half-hour away.
Santa Claus, Indiana. Attractions include Santa Claus Museum & Village, Santa’s Candy Castle, and Frosty’s Fun Center restaurant and arcade.
Corpus Christi, Texas. The annual Harbor Lights Festival, December 7 this year, includes a children’s parade, live music, and a ceremonial tree lighting.
Craft
An easy-to-make fleece tie blanket.
Fleece Offering
Perhaps you want to make a gift for someone special. Or maybe you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the kids or grandkids. Or you’re eager for a project as the hours of daylight grow shorter. Suggestion: Try a no-sew fleece blanket.
Here are the basics. More detailed instructions can be found online on various websites.
Assemble Supplies
*Two same-size, coordinating pieces of antipill fleece fabric; a print and a solid work well. Buy approximately 1.5 to 3 yards of each. Fabric choices include RV and outdoor themes, sports, favorite characters, and more.
*Rotary cutter or good fabric scissors
*Cutting mat and/or ruler
*Pen or pencil
*Safety pins (optional)
Get Ready
*Place one piece of fabric right-side down on a solid work surface — a picnic table, a ping-pong table, the floor, etc. Place the second piece right-side up on top of the first. Smooth out. (Hint: Consider securing pieces together with safety pins, especially if you have a smaller work surface or cannot complete the project at one time.)
*Cutting through both fabric layers, trim the sides to even them up.
Measure And Cut
*Measure, mark, and cut out four identical-size squares, one in each corner; the size can range from 4 inches to 6 inches. Mark lines for the squares with a pen or pencil, or use a cutting mat with ruler marks. Cut through both pieces of fabric.
*Next, cut fringe around the entire perimeter. Fringe length should be the same as the starter squares; fringe width can be 1, 1.5, or 2 inches — your choice. It’s okay if they’re not entirely uniform.
Tie ’Em Up
*Start in one corner. Tie each pair of fringe pieces together with a square knot (right over left, left over right); smooth the fabric as you go. Make the knots firm but not so tight as to tear or pucker the fabric. Work around the entire perimeter.
Admire Your Handiwork
You’re done! No sewing, no fuss.