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Good Sam Club Welcome Map Award Winners

I love lists and, Good Sam Club just released theirs that include products of major businesses from North America that cater to the RV industry. RVers know it.

But did you know that RV industry is still the fastest growing travel segment on the continent. It's growing in part because RVing is attracting families, baby boomers, retirees, tailgaters, outdoor enthusiasts and simply travelers who have a burning desired to get out there.

As we explore the roads, villages, town and major cities of America this summer, we'll stay in one of more than 8,000 commercial campgrounds or at a major motor speedway for the races.

The destinations, products, and service providers listed below share a commitment to serve the RV community and to deliver comfort and convenience. The award winners represent what the nearly 1 million members voted as the most RV-friendly businesses. Winners will be honored at an award dinner in Redmond, Oregon, at the Great North American RV Rally, July 11-14.

The 2005 Good Sam Club Welcome Mat Award Winners!

: America’s Best Campground in Branson, Missouri
Dinghy vehicle: Saturn
Tow vehicle: Ford F350
Motor oil: Pennzoil
RV show: The Florida Super Show in Tampa, Florida
Fast food chain: Wendy's
Ice cream parlor: Baskin-Robbins
Sandwich shop: Subway
Gas station: Flying J
Propane outlet: Flying J
Sit-down restaurant: Cracker Barrel
Outlet mall: Tanger Factory Outlet Center
Golf course: Pinehurst in North Carolina (tie)
Walt Disney World, Florida (tie)
NASCAR event: Daytona 500
Shopping center: Wal-Mart
Tourist attraction: Walt Disney World
State to fish: Alaska
Pet supply store: PETsMART
Crafts store: Michaels
Casino: Harrah's Casinos (nationwide)
State to visit: Colorado
Province to visit: British Columbia

Discovery Channel Coach at Tour of Georgia

I'm a big bike racing fan, and was somewhat surprised to see Team Discovery Channel -- Lance Armstrong's new team sponsor -- with a very ordinary exterior. What do you think??

 

 I wonder if they are members of Good Sam Club??

RV Safety Rally in Tampa this Week

Just read a press release from Good Sam Club about an RV Safety Rally that started today in Tampa, Florida.

Businesses that have contributed to the event and will be participating include: Lazy Days RV Supercenter in Tampa, Florida; Camping World, the nation's leading supplier of RV supplies and accessories; Vehicle Dynamics, the experts in innovative and effective driver training; and the Tampa Fire Department.

Registration is required but is still available to all interested participants. For more information, you can call 1-888-720-6325.

Here's a link to Good Sam Club's press release on the safety rally.

Have a great day!