Outdoor Living — from the Trailstead Journal.
Guest experiences, RV travel, and premium hospitality across the Trailstead portfolio.
RV Industry April 2026 Update: Shipments, Bookings & Outdoor Travel Demand
Q1 2026 RVIA shipment trends, KOA occupancy data, the rise of luxury outdoor hospitality, and what it means for park operators heading into peak season.
Read the essaySTR Spring Break 2026 Recap & Summer Outlook
Spring Break occupancy and ADR results, the shortening booking window, and what operators should do right now for summer pricing.
ReadOutdoor Hospitality & Glamping in 2026: The Convergence of RV, Cabin & Boutique Hotel
How glamping, premium cabins, and amenity-rich RV resorts are converging into a single outdoor hospitality category—ADRs, guest profiles, and the next wave of investment.
ReadThe Multi-Generational Travel Boom of 2026: Why Large Vacation Rentals Are Winning
Multi-gen and group travel is the fastest-growing leisure segment—and large-format vacation rentals are the lodging product capturing the demand.
ReadRV Park Snowbird Season 2026: What Operators Learned From a Strong Winter
Sun Belt RV demand stayed strong, length-of-stay continued lengthening, and the geographic footprint of snowbird parks keeps broadening beyond Arizona and Florida.
ReadRV Industry Trends: What 2025 Data Tells Us About 2026
Analyzing shipment data, campground occupancy rates, and demographic shifts shaping the outdoor hospitality sector.
ReadSTR Regulations in 2025: Navigating the Changing Landscape
City-by-city analysis of new regulations and how professional operators are adapting.
ReadSTR Revenue Management: Pricing Strategies That Work in 2025
Dynamic pricing, minimum stays, and seasonal strategies from top-performing properties.
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