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Popular Lancaster County, PA Destinations<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Sight & Sound Millenium Theater, Strasburg, PACoach Pick-up at Shady Maple Smorgasbord, East Earl, PAAmerican Music Theater, Lancaster, PA A few of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania’s most popular motorcoach destinations, including Shady Maple Smorgasbord, Sight & Sound Millennium Theater, American Music Theater, and outlet shopping at Rockvale and Tanger outlet malls. Includes Meet the Driver with…<\/p>\n

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Interview: Sean O’Meara<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Episode #14 of the EightWheels Across America podcast features an interview with Sean O’Meara, a young Canadian motorcoach operator many will know from his activity in the Motorcoach Operators group on Facebook. Sean’s optimistic attitude and enthusiasm about the motorcoach industry is contagious and a breath of fresh air.  This week’s “Meet the Driver” is…<\/p>\n

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My Workflow in Preparing for Charter Trips<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

This is an overview of my weekly\/daily workflow from the time I receive my trip assignments for the week, and setting up my coach, until I pull out of the yard on today’s trip. More technology and prep than most drivers, I think, but I hope you find it helpful and beneficial. Meet the Driver…<\/p>\n

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Never Lost: Understanding the Interstate and US Highway System, with Thoughts on GPS<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

This week’s podcast was delayed thanks to some minor illness and the busy time of the year for motorcoach operators. But we’re getting back on track. We’re talking this week all about the Dwight D. Eisenhower Interstate Highway System, the US National Highway System, plus some thoughts on GPS and its benefits. Subscribe to the…<\/p>\n

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Resources for Motorcoach Operators<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

There are numerous products I’ve used over the years that make my every-day life as a motorcoach operator just a little easier. Many of my most favorite products I’ve added to the Resources page on this website. I’m very careful how I spend my money; I’m not always looking for the least expensive product, but…<\/p>\n

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Tips for Tour Guides on Motorcoach Tours<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Episode #11 of the EightWheels Across America podcast features tips for tour guides who conduct tours on motorcoaches. The info should also be useful for motorcoach operators who supplement some of their trips with commentary of their own. Also included is this week’s “Meet the Driver” with Tom Castello of Bloom Charters in Taunton, Massachusetts. <\/p>\n

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The Streets of Washington, DC<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Episode #10 of EightWheels Across America features an overview of the streets of Washington, DC, especially from the motorcoach operator’s point of view. There is a method to the madness! And it’s easy when you understand the patterns. Also included is this week’s “Meet the Driver” with Jermaine Roller from Youngstown, Ohio.<\/p>\n

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Cherry Blossom Time in Washington, DC<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

EightWheels Across America, Podcast #9, features the story of the Japanese cherry trees in Washington, DC (Bob’s version!). Information on the 2019 Cherry Blossom Festival is also included. Also included is this week’s “Meet the Driver,” with Jeff Taylor of Blue Grass Tours in Lexington, Kentucky.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Discussion: Driving Motorcoaches in New York City<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

EightWheels Across America, Podcast Episode #008, features a discussion on driving motorcoaches in New York City. Participants are Jeff Reed, Courtland Gee, and EAA host Bob Bergey, all motorcoach operators for Hagey Coach, Inc., of Souderton, Pennsylvania. Also included is this week’s “Meet the Driver” — meet Courtland Gee, motorcoach operator for Hagey Coach, Inc.…<\/p>\n

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Interview: Bob Nolen, Fleet Manager, Hagey Coach, Inc.<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

EightWheels Across America, Podcast Episode #7, features an interview with Bob Nolen, Fleet Manager for Hagey Coach, Inc., of Souderton, PA. Bob manages more than 200 vehicles including motorcoaches,\u00a0school buses, passenger vans, and more, and shares lots of good information of interest to motorcoach operators and others in the motorcoach industry.\u00a0 Also included is this…<\/p>\n

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EightWheels.com Now Brings You Here<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Way back in 2004, I started a website and blog for motorcoach drivers\u2014 “EightWheels\u2026On the Road.” It was at eightwheels.com. After more than eight years, in 2012 I mostly abandoned it\u2014I never took it down, as some of the information was (and still is) useful, but my priorities changed, technology changed, and I didn’t continue…<\/p>\n

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What Is a Podcast?<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Since I recently became a podcaster, I\u2019ve become acutely aware that there are many people who don\u2019t know what a podcast is, or have never listened to one. First, what a podcast is NOT: It is not a VLOG (video log); it is not something you watch. It is not a post on YouTube (okay,…<\/p>\n

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Interview: Brent Kelly, Owner, Innovative Coach<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

On a recent trip to Killington, Vermont, I had the good fortune to meet Brent Kelly, owner of Innovative Coach from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. We were both staying at the same hotel in Rutland, Vermont, with ski clubs. While we had a bit of free time, Brent agreed to sit down with me for EightWheels Across…<\/p>\n

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More Apps I Use as a Motorcoach Operator (Part 2)<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

EightWheels Across America, Episode #5 is Part 2 about the apps I use on my mobile devices — this time it’s apps I use frequently but not necessarily every day. Also this episode includes the first of our “Meet the Driver” segments — meet Dee Stoltzfus from Innovative Coach in Harrisburg, PA.<\/p>\n

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Interview: Blake Hagey, Dispatcher with Hagey Coach, Inc.<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

An interview with Blake Hagey, dispatcher with Hagey Coach, Inc., of Souderton, PA. Join us as we talk about what a motorcoach dispatcher does, and Blake shares his view of the motorcoach industry, past, present and future, company culture, and more.<\/p>\n

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The 8 Most Important Apps I Use as a Motorcoach Operator<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

Our third episode of the EightWheels Across America podcast is all about apps. I rely every day on my iPad and iPhone, and this week I talk about the 8 apps I use every day, on every trip as a motorcoach operator.<\/p>\n

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Interview: Motorcoach Operator Bruce Shaffer\u2014Over 40 Years Behind the Wheel<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

The second episode of EightWheels Across America features an interview with Bruce Shaffer, a motorcoach operator with Hagey Coach, Inc. for more than 40 years, and a good friend. Bruce recalls his first motorcoach and early trips, manual shifting and double-clutching, trip prep, and much more. Listen and enjoy!<\/p>\n

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Our First Podcast Is Published!<\/a><\/h3>
Bob Bergey<\/span><\/a><\/div>

I’m excited to announce that our brand new podcast for motorcoach drivers is now active! The first episode has been published and is available here or in your favorite podcast app on your phone or tablet. Episode 001 is an intro and an overview of some of what’s to come in future episodes. Click here…<\/p>\n

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