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Set Free In An RV
10 Easy Steps to Hassle-Free Travel from Go RVing
RESTON, Va. – Want to declare your independence from travel hassles? RVs offer the ultimate in freedom, flexibility and control, owners say. With an RV, you’re free to go where you want, when you want, with no tight schedules, lengthy waits at the airport and luggage restrictions.
Millions of RVers like Carol Knobloch of Manchester, Md., are breaking free in their RVs. “I don’t need to worry about restrictions or changes in plans,” said Knobloch. “My freedom is top priority.”
With an RV, any type of destination is within reach. There are more than 16,000 RV parks and campgrounds located along scenic routes and interstates, in cities and small towns?many with resort-like amenities at a fraction of the cost. Travelers feel right at home on the road because RVs are fully equipped with living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and baths. For added comfort, RVs often have rooms that slide out at the push of a button to create extra living space.
For those thinking about trying RVing for the first-time, here are 10 easy steps from Go RVing to get started on an RV adventure:
• Surf the web. The most comprehensive RV website, GoRVing.com, provides information on the RV travel experience, including campground listings and vacation planning suggestions. To learn more about RV travel, consumers can watch a free “getting-started” streaming video at GoRVing.com. They can also surf the website for lists of Go RVing dealers and campgrounds in their area, as well as RV shows, publications, rental sources and clubs.
Information about the industry is also available at rvia.org, the website of RVIA, which represents the producers of approximately 98 percent of the nation’s RVs.
• Visit an RV dealer. To visit a local RV dealer, check the yellow pages under “Recreation Vehicle?Sales” or go to GoRVing.com and click onto Buying and Renting.
• Rent an RV. There are more than 460 RV rental outlets nationwide, but demand is soaring, so book your summer rental soon. Renting allows potential buyers to try RV travel and determine which type of unit best suits their needs. Check the yellow pages under “Recreation Vehicle?Rentals” for the nearest rental outlet, or access the Recreation Vehicle Rental Association’s (RVRA) website at rvra.org for the RVRA Rental Directory, which lists more than 340 rental companies in the United States and Canada. RV rental costs depend on the season and size of the unit. The motorhome is the most popular rental model, typically $90-$200 per day. Folding camping trailers and travel trailers run $28-$85 per day. Many larger rental locations include mileage and offer housekeeping packages with linens, cookware and other necessities for life on the road.
• Obtain RV buyers’ guides and books. Visit a local bookstore and library.
• Look for the RVIA seal. Check for the oval-shaped RVIA seal before buying an RV. This seal shows that the RV manufacturer is a member of Recreation Vehicle Industry Association and means that the manufacturer certifies that the vehicle complies with applicable national safety specifications.
• Attend an RV show. A variety of RVs accommodating every taste and budget are on display at retail shows around the country. For a searchable calendar of shows in your area, go to GoRVing.com under “Buying and Renting”; click on “RV Roundup,” then go to “Consumer Resources.”
• Do the math. RV travel is affordable. A family of four can spend up to 74 percent less when traveling by RV. Campground fees average about $25 per night, well below the average hotel/motel room rates.
• Take your pick of RV parks and campgrounds. It’s easy to find campgrounds with the settings and amenities you desire. Campground directories available at local bookstores and public libraries provide nationwide listings and comparative information on fees and facilities. For a free online campground directory searchable by state, go to GoRVing.com and click on Camping Guide.
• Get going. The RV driving experience is different, not difficult. With a little practice and proper attention to differences in size, height and weight, RVs are fun and easy to drive.
The Go RVing Coalition, formed in 1994, consists of RV manufacturers, component suppliers, dealers and campgrounds. Go RVing works to provide the public and media with pertinent information about the benefits of RV travel. For more information visit GoRVing.com. |
