OUR LUXOR IS PRETTY AGAIN…!!! - Feb 28TH – Issue 9

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Diary published weekly since 2001
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TIPS THIS WEEK

At the Luncheon several RVers asked about the ZIP CODE THAT CDNS CAN PUNCH IN AT THE GAS PUMP so there is no need to leave a Cr. Cd. at the gas office while they pump gas. I reported it in reverse order. Bernie sent me this tip a few weeks ago but I have NOT had a chance to test it. The original in the RV Times magazine (fm BC) suggested that Cdns add a secondary USA address to their credit cards. We did this – it’s only an address and no action is taken on that info. Those without a USA Mail Forwarding can use address from your US snowbird park. BUT some RVers state this didn’t work - as a result one member now stays with the card while the other pumps. That works but it’s a nuisance. We buy a gas card at Wal*Mart and fuel at Fly J – without problems.

Bernie sent this NEW TIP and although I relayed it at the luncheon, I did so backwards - Sorry. He was told by a lady in a gas station that when asked for a ZIP Code we should simply enter the 3-digits of your area code in the order that they appear in the code, and then add two zeros. i.e. BERNIE’S AREA CODE IS V8L 4X6, SO THE CODE HE WOULD ENTER WOULD BE: 8-4-6-0-0.

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Many of us stop at LAUGHLIN during our travels – this interesting historical video highlights why Laughlin is a special place. HERE...

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VIRUS’S & SCAMS...
#1…Sandi shared an email stating ‘Do Not DIAL AREA CODE 809, 284, AND 876’. Apparently a voice message asks you to call a number in these area codes to pick-up a serious message. You’re kept on line for a long expensive out of country call. Supposedly AT&T as well as Snopes verified it, although these reports list concerns, the threat is not all doom and gloom. Just don’t call anyone you don’t know – if you’re concerned call the person they talk about and not the number in the phone message. Read story HERE


#2… Bill warns that ’Adobe PDF files’ may be infected. These are files many use to publish ebooks and more. Adobe is working on a FIX solution – in the meantime they advise this caution on their website. …”Meanwhile, the advice for this type of thing remains typical: Be extra careful when opening e-mail attachments -- even a well-meaning friend's a '.PDF' file might be infected. Also, update your virus-fighting software programs, and, as always, be vigilant”…. Read the full story of this popular software HERE.

#3… Angie warns of opening attachment of POSTCARDS or E-CARDS from HALLMARK from a non-specific person such as a ‘family’ member. This has circulated numerous times over the years. The attachment is reputed to burn your hard drive. Some truth is reported in the threat, but the bottom line is to be cautious of opening all attachments – especially non-descript ones. To open an e-card never click on the link – go to the site mentioned to enter the number of your card. Also if you hover your mouse over the link be sure the URL in your task bar is the same as the link in the email. Story HERE .

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Dave warned of a major health threat if young kids ingest HAND SANITIZER by licking their hands. This is serious – can be fatal. Worth a READ

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PROMOS THIS WEEK

Do you have your copy of 'HAPPY HOUR RECIPES’ by the Cooking Ladies. This selection of quick and easy ‘Not-To-Be-Missed’ creations are available in an easy downloadable E-book! Gathering on an RV Patio is such a fun way to socialize, but these recipes will also be a huge hit at any back yard BBQ or when friends and family gravitate to your home as well. Read more and order your copy today – only $6.00 USD. Details HERE

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RV SHOWS are very popular this year – huge bargains are waiting. US/Cda show listings HERE - & Cdn Shows HERE…

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Recent RV RECALLS for January – List is short this month – see previous months listed on the left.

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Very Informative PERIODIC NEWSLETTERS you may wish to read…
Mark Polk’s mini newsletter each Monday – Go HERE
RVEducation101 monthly in your inbox – Go HERE & scroll down to RV Newsletter –left
RVTravel.com each Sat via your inbox – Go HERE