How We Built an RV Park Behind Our Motel

Who We Are We are a couple who always dreamed of owning our own business—something we could build together and grow over time. Before getting into hospitality, I worked as a software engineer . My job was all about solving problems, planning ahead, and improving systems. My wife comes from a finance background , which has been a strong support in how we plan and run the business. When we bought Royal Palms Motel , we didn’t come from a traditional hospitality background. We learned everything step by step, by listening to guests, fixing issues, and improving little by little. How the RV Park Idea Started After purchasing the motel, we noticed something interesting. Many guests traveling through New Orleans had RVs. Some stayed nearby, and others stopped by to ask a simple question: “Do you have RV hookups or space for RVs?” At first, the answer was no. But behind the motel, we had unused land. Instead of letting it sit empty, we started thinking— what if we built an RV park there? Building the RV Park From Scratch This RV park wasn’t something that already existed. We built it from the ground up . That meant planning everything: Where each RV site should go Installing water, sewer, and electric hookups Making sure big RVs could easily enter and park Adding lighting, security, and clear rules We kept things simple and practical. This isn’t a luxury resort—it’s a clean, safe, and well-managed RV park designed for real travelers and working professionals. Opening and Welcoming Our First Guests When we opened the RV park, we weren’t sure what to expect. The response was better than we imagined. Guests liked that: We’re only 15 minutes from the French Quarter Pricing is fair and straightforward The area is quiet and secure Management is always nearby if help is needed Many guests stayed longer than planned, and some have already returned. What We’ve Learned So Far Building and running an RV park has taught us a lot: RV travelers value honesty and safety Clear rules help…