Is RVing for you?
The world of the RV lifestyle can be fun, exciting, and adventurous. RVs can be an excellent alternative to camping, using public transportation for travel/excursions, and an opportunity to learn how to be self-sufficient and self-reliant. Trekking across the country in a RV gives you the freedom and flexibility to explore a variety of communities, towns, cities, and parks with limited expenses, with all of your possessions and assets close by. RV enthusiasts often work while on the road (see section on Workamping), and adapt well to on-the-go living, and a nomad's way of life. This allows for full-time camping, maintaining a gas/diesel truck and engine, and keeping up with their own lifestyle needs.
Are you currently in the process of searching for an RV? What do you want? A travel trailer (tag-along), 5th Wheel (Jim calls them "wind jammers"), or a motorhome? We personally prefer a travel trailer only because you only have one motor to maintain and the tires on a travel trailer are much less expensive than on motorhomes. 5th wheels are OK if that's what you really want -- they do offer a lot of room and if you don't mind pulling them down the highway - go for it. We specifically did not want a motorhome because we did not want two engines to maintain; tires are super expensive; oil changes are super expensive as well. I don't think there is as much storage in them as one would think. I did a blog post to help our daughter and her husband gain some knowledge as to what type of travel trailer to buy. One more thing we would suggest -- visit as many RV shows as you can; buy used; and buy quality.
Are you burned out from the daily grind and ready to hit the road now? Is retirement approaching and you’re looking for something to do other than just stare at the campfire? Workamping is here for you! Workamping is doing any kind of part-time or full-time work while living in an RV. This lifestyle is a ticket to really enjoying an area of this beautiful country without breaking the bank.
There are camps and how-to seminars available around the country for any future RV campers, and even clubs to join, such as the Escapees RV Club and Good Sam Club to bring together those with similar interests.
Xscapers is a new lifestyle group geared towards meeting the needs of the working-aged RVer. Xscapers brings Escapees full circle -- back to the club's original roots it was founded upon. Working on the road or raising a family while nomadic is no longer a rarity but a rapidly growing segment of the RV lifestyle. Modern technology has provided new tools to make life on the road easier, making pursuing this dream possible for many aspiring RVers. Xscapers embraces this change and is ready to be a part of it.
If Xscapers suits your interests and needs, or if you know someone who would love to travel but feels there is no supportive community that fits their demographic, check out www.xscapers.com. Whether you join Xscapers or Escapees, the price is the same. Membership in either one gives you an interchangeable account between websites and complete access to all benefits but allows you to pick and choose the specific resources.
Fulltime Families is another incredible resource for anyone traveling with children. They provide advice, guidance and opportunities to socialize with other families on the road, and educational tools and support that families traveling with school-age children require. If you are traveling with children, this is a must join club, and it won't cost you a dime to give them a try. If you are an Xscaper or Escapees member, you receive one year free. To learn more about Fulltime Families, visit www.fulltimefamilies.com.
Leaving behind a traditional lifestyle also means creating a sensible budget worksheet, as gas prices, food costs, and general vehicle repair costs are the main components of day-to-day living. Other issues may include insurance, entertainment, and health insurance. Communications via cell phone, e-mail, and wireless laptops are not only convenient, but absolute must-haves for the road tripper. Despite these minor stressors, Rving is not only a unique and dynamic traveling experience, but also an independent and exciting lifestyle.
Many couples, those with children, and those who are retired, swear that traveling in an RV is the only way to take a trip. There are lots of reasons to own an RV. They are great for camping, hunting, and fishing. There are even RV called toy haulers with large cargo bays for ATVs, motorcycles, and other toys. You will love the freedom of a fully functional home on wheels.
The outcome of a family vacation or full-time retirement on the road depends greatly on whether or not expectations are being met. If you have unrealistic expectations about traveling in an RV, or don't share the work load, your trip can turn into a disaster.
With an RV, there is no unpacking and packing and lugging suitcases around. Once you have your clothes and necessities put away and organized, you are set. Food costs are less when you can cook in your own RV and do not have to eat meals out every day.
You have more time to explore an area. Sometimes you visit a town or National Park and wish you could spend more time discovering the area and seeing more of the sights there. With an RV, you can stay a few extra days without destroying your budget.
Are you a single woman thinking about traveling alone?
You probably have many questions about safety and if you can manage on your own. We personally know three women who solo RV, and they are having a blast. Here is the link to one of them - her name is Malia Lane. You can access her website at www.maliasmiles.com. Malia also wrote a book about her travels, called Fear Less vs. Fearless, which I have highlighted in my Books section of this website, about her life as a solo RVer.
I found this article about RVing alone, which may help you make a decision about going it alone.
So how do you decide if RVing is right for you? Just ask yourself a few simple questions:
Do you like the thought of living a simpler life?
Do you like nature and being outdoors?
Do you like meeting people from all walks of life?
Do you get itchy when you see an RV traveling down the road?
If you're not sure, try renting or borrowing an RV for a couple of weeks. If the RV lifestyle is right for you, you will be hooked for life. In addition, attend RV camping shows and look at the wide variety of RVs that are out there on the market. Talk to other RVers, read RV magazines such as Trailer Life, and check out other RV websites, such as Go RVing and Your RV Lifestyle.
And with RVing, you will save money on overnight accommodations. Although campsite prices have risen in the past couple of years, they are still much less expensive than a hotel room or condominium. The perfect way to keep camping costs low is to join a resort membership where once the purchase price is paid in full, you can camp at over 300 resorts free of charge around the country (and, you can will your membership to your children and grandchildren).
Ocean Canyon Properties has teamed up with Coast Resorts/Good Sam Club to offer you the perfect vacation spots. They have campground that have everything you are looking for, from get togethers with other campers, swimming pools (indoor and outdoor), saunas, hot tubs, golf courses, recreation halls that offer pool tables, television, and many other amenities.
There are numerous books and websites written by RVers and you can spend quite a bit of money buying books. Check out some of the books that I have read and maybe they will help you as well. Here are a couple of articles that I just found written by the Escapees; one is entitled The Definitive Guide to Full-Time Living and the other is Living in an RV Full-Time.
The world of the RV lifestyle can be fun, exciting, and adventurous. RVs can be an excellent alternative to camping, using public transportation for travel/excursions, and an opportunity to learn how to be self-sufficient and self-reliant. Trekking across the country in a RV gives you the freedom and flexibility to explore a variety of communities, towns, cities, and parks with limited expenses, with all of your possessions and assets close by. RV enthusiasts often work while on the road (see section on Workamping), and adapt well to on-the-go living, and a nomad's way of life. This allows for full-time camping, maintaining a gas/diesel truck and engine, and keeping up with their own lifestyle needs.
Are you currently in the process of searching for an RV? What do you want? A travel trailer (tag-along), 5th Wheel (Jim calls them "wind jammers"), or a motorhome? We personally prefer a travel trailer only because you only have one motor to maintain and the tires on a travel trailer are much less expensive than on motorhomes. 5th wheels are OK if that's what you really want -- they do offer a lot of room and if you don't mind pulling them down the highway - go for it. We specifically did not want a motorhome because we did not want two engines to maintain; tires are super expensive; oil changes are super expensive as well. I don't think there is as much storage in them as one would think. I did a blog post to help our daughter and her husband gain some knowledge as to what type of travel trailer to buy. One more thing we would suggest -- visit as many RV shows as you can; buy used; and buy quality.
Are you burned out from the daily grind and ready to hit the road now? Is retirement approaching and you’re looking for something to do other than just stare at the campfire? Workamping is here for you! Workamping is doing any kind of part-time or full-time work while living in an RV. This lifestyle is a ticket to really enjoying an area of this beautiful country without breaking the bank.
There are camps and how-to seminars available around the country for any future RV campers, and even clubs to join, such as the Escapees RV Club and Good Sam Club to bring together those with similar interests.
Xscapers is a new lifestyle group geared towards meeting the needs of the working-aged RVer. Xscapers brings Escapees full circle -- back to the club's original roots it was founded upon. Working on the road or raising a family while nomadic is no longer a rarity but a rapidly growing segment of the RV lifestyle. Modern technology has provided new tools to make life on the road easier, making pursuing this dream possible for many aspiring RVers. Xscapers embraces this change and is ready to be a part of it.
If Xscapers suits your interests and needs, or if you know someone who would love to travel but feels there is no supportive community that fits their demographic, check out www.xscapers.com. Whether you join Xscapers or Escapees, the price is the same. Membership in either one gives you an interchangeable account between websites and complete access to all benefits but allows you to pick and choose the specific resources.
Fulltime Families is another incredible resource for anyone traveling with children. They provide advice, guidance and opportunities to socialize with other families on the road, and educational tools and support that families traveling with school-age children require. If you are traveling with children, this is a must join club, and it won't cost you a dime to give them a try. If you are an Xscaper or Escapees member, you receive one year free. To learn more about Fulltime Families, visit www.fulltimefamilies.com.
Leaving behind a traditional lifestyle also means creating a sensible budget worksheet, as gas prices, food costs, and general vehicle repair costs are the main components of day-to-day living. Other issues may include insurance, entertainment, and health insurance. Communications via cell phone, e-mail, and wireless laptops are not only convenient, but absolute must-haves for the road tripper. Despite these minor stressors, Rving is not only a unique and dynamic traveling experience, but also an independent and exciting lifestyle.
Many couples, those with children, and those who are retired, swear that traveling in an RV is the only way to take a trip. There are lots of reasons to own an RV. They are great for camping, hunting, and fishing. There are even RV called toy haulers with large cargo bays for ATVs, motorcycles, and other toys. You will love the freedom of a fully functional home on wheels.
The outcome of a family vacation or full-time retirement on the road depends greatly on whether or not expectations are being met. If you have unrealistic expectations about traveling in an RV, or don't share the work load, your trip can turn into a disaster.
With an RV, there is no unpacking and packing and lugging suitcases around. Once you have your clothes and necessities put away and organized, you are set. Food costs are less when you can cook in your own RV and do not have to eat meals out every day.
You have more time to explore an area. Sometimes you visit a town or National Park and wish you could spend more time discovering the area and seeing more of the sights there. With an RV, you can stay a few extra days without destroying your budget.
Are you a single woman thinking about traveling alone?
You probably have many questions about safety and if you can manage on your own. We personally know three women who solo RV, and they are having a blast. Here is the link to one of them - her name is Malia Lane. You can access her website at www.maliasmiles.com. Malia also wrote a book about her travels, called Fear Less vs. Fearless, which I have highlighted in my Books section of this website, about her life as a solo RVer.
I found this article about RVing alone, which may help you make a decision about going it alone.
So how do you decide if RVing is right for you? Just ask yourself a few simple questions:
Do you like the thought of living a simpler life?
Do you like nature and being outdoors?
Do you like meeting people from all walks of life?
Do you get itchy when you see an RV traveling down the road?
If you're not sure, try renting or borrowing an RV for a couple of weeks. If the RV lifestyle is right for you, you will be hooked for life. In addition, attend RV camping shows and look at the wide variety of RVs that are out there on the market. Talk to other RVers, read RV magazines such as Trailer Life, and check out other RV websites, such as Go RVing and Your RV Lifestyle.
And with RVing, you will save money on overnight accommodations. Although campsite prices have risen in the past couple of years, they are still much less expensive than a hotel room or condominium. The perfect way to keep camping costs low is to join a resort membership where once the purchase price is paid in full, you can camp at over 300 resorts free of charge around the country (and, you can will your membership to your children and grandchildren).
Ocean Canyon Properties has teamed up with Coast Resorts/Good Sam Club to offer you the perfect vacation spots. They have campground that have everything you are looking for, from get togethers with other campers, swimming pools (indoor and outdoor), saunas, hot tubs, golf courses, recreation halls that offer pool tables, television, and many other amenities.
There are numerous books and websites written by RVers and you can spend quite a bit of money buying books. Check out some of the books that I have read and maybe they will help you as well. Here are a couple of articles that I just found written by the Escapees; one is entitled The Definitive Guide to Full-Time Living and the other is Living in an RV Full-Time.