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RVing is more affordable than you might think
RV vacations cost much less than other types of vacation travel, even when factoring in fuel prices and the cost of RV ownership. Check out how RV travel can be more economical than other types of vacations.
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Put the spontaneity back into romantic getaways
From motorized RVs to lightweight trailers, RV travel is significantly cheaper than a traditional vacation option for couples trying to get away from it all! Because basic necessities are kept in your RV, you can hit the road for spur-of-the-moment getaways when the urge for couple-time strikes. Sleep in. Stay an extra day. Take a detour on a whim. You’re in charge of your schedule, so do whatever your heart desires.
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Epic road trips and unforgettable vacations within reach.
From lightweight trailers to motorhomes, RV travel is significantly cheaper than a traditional vacation option and more memorable! RVs are a great way to save on family travel, and RV ownership provides benefits that go well beyond affordability. To take an RV trip is to experience togetherness with family along with the flexibility to travel whenever and wherever you want.
Planning for Fixed Expenses
Your gas bill will be higher if you are towing a travel trailer or driving a motorhome. Research by Go RVing and the RV Industry Association shows that when fuel prices are higher, RVers save on fuel costs by driving fewer miles, taking trips closer to home, and staying longer in one destination. For a 2-4 person travel party, fuel prices would still need to rise significantly (from between 5.50tomorethan5.50 to more than 5.50tomorethan13 per gallon depending on RV type) from current levels for RVing to lose its economic advantage. If gas prices are a significant concern for you, pay close attention to the weight of the rig you are purchasing and plan to take trips closer to home for longer periods of time.
With new RVs costing anywhere from 9,000to9,000 to 9,000to140,000 on average, this is the most important place to manage your costs. If you are financing, divide your total yearly payment by how many nights you plan on traveling. This will help you measure the value of your investment. This number should be far lower than what you would personally spend on a hotel room or vacation home. However, some people are willing to spend more because of all the benefits of RV travel.
There are annual maintenance costs for your RV, and it is important to plan for them before you make a purchase. Price out winterizing and de-winterizing, along with basic service prices at your RV dealership. Remember that the cost of maintaining a motorized unit versus a towable will vary greatly so do your research! You’ll also want to price out storage if you can’t keep your RV in your sticks and bricks driveway. That cost will vary depending on where you live.
Travel Trailers are the most popular type of RV because they come in all shapes and sizes and can accommodate solo travelers all the way up to large families.
- Sleeps up to 10 people
- Extra storage
- Full-sized bathroom and toilet
- Large living space & separate bedroom
- Large Entertainment Systems
Fifth wheels often come with the same amenities as a motorhome or travel trailer but are constructed with a raised forward section that provides a more spacious bi-level floor plan. These models are designed to be towed by a pickup truck.
- Sleeps 4-8 people
- Slideouts can add three extra feet of width per slide
- Ample Storage
- Large living space & separate bedroom
- Full-sized bathroom and toilet
Teardrop Trailers
- Sleeps 2-3 people
- Light-weight, can be towed with a family car, minivan or SUV
- Basic bathroom amenities
- Basic kitchen amenities
- Can be stored in a garage
Class A motorhomes are designed with the comforts of home in mind equipped with a full kitchen, bathroom, large living and entertainment centers. They are built on specially designed motor vehicle chassis and do not require owning a separate tow vehicle.
- Sleeps up to 8 people
- Ample storage
- Can tow something else for side trips
- Full kitchen and large living area
- Full-sized bathroom and toilet
Class B motorhomes, also known as camper vans, feature all the conveniences of a furnished motor home but are compact enough to make driving one as easy as your regular van or SUV.
- Sleeps 2 to 4 people
- Easy Parking
- Nimble & easy to drive
- Simple Bathroom Facilities
- Compact kitchen
Built on an automotive van frame with a wider body section attached to the original cab, class C motorhomes are easily recognizable by the over-the-cab portion that is often an optional sleeping area.
- Sleeps up to 8 people
- Can tow another vehicle for side trips
- Loft for extra sleeping space
- Full-sized kitchen and bathroom
- Storage
Pop-up campers are designed for the RVer that wants to feel closer to nature and connected to the outdoors in a way that feels as though you are sleeping outside in the fresh air. Pop-ups offer plenty of room at the campground but are folded down to a more compact size for easy storage and travel.
- Sleeps up to 8 people
- Budget-friendly
- Easy to store
- Basic bathroom amenities
- Open-air sleeping experience
Truck Campers are portable units designed to be loaded onto, or affixed to, the bed or chassis of a pickup truck. This type of RV is an easy and economical option for pick up truck owners.
- Sleeps 2-6 people
- Nimble and easy to drive
- Easy to Park
- Entertainment Systems
- Simple Bathroom Facilities
Available as travel trailers, 5th wheels, and Class A motorhomes, sport utility RVs are built for those who want to take motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATVs, or other motorized toys on the road with them while RVing. The back of the RV drops down forming a ramp for access into a garage area to easily store and access sports equipment.
- Sleeping capacity for up to 8 people
- Garage for storing and accessing large sports equipment
- Full-sized bathroom
- Kitchen Amenities
- Entertainment Systems
Park model RVs, used for seasonal camping, are recognizable by their similarity in design to a home. These RVs are built on wheels so that they can be moved easily from campground to campground or around a campsite and they need to be hooked up to site electricity, sewer and water as with any RV.
- Sleeping capacity for up to 10
- Full-sized kitchen
- Large living space & separate bedroom
- Ample storage space
- Full-sized bathroom and toilet
Horse Trailers make traveling to equestrian events convenient, comforting, and economical. Each RV Horse Trailer includes human conveniences such as kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and entertainment area, as well as secure stalls for each horse.
- Sleeps 2-4 people
- Kitchen amenities
- Full bathroom amenities
- Ample storage for your gear, horse feed and tack items
- Easily bring your horses to equestrian events
Fish Houses are designed to shelter you from the element while ice fishing with friends and family. These fish houses are easy to tow into place and have specially designed floors with several ice holes throughout the RV that can be opened and closed.
- Sleeps 2-6 people
- Lightweight
- Basic bathroom amenities
- Basic kitchen amenities
- Can go ice-fishing without exposure to harsh elements
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