RV Camping: The Real American
Imagine. A night sky so full of brilliant stars
that you can actually point out the constellations to your kids.
Marshmallows stuck on sticks, bubbling over a campfire. The
chocolaty, gooey-goodness of a real s'more.
It's easy to envision the ideal camping experience, but not everyone
has actually experienced it. If your best recollection of camping is
frozen toes, a deflating mattress and a large rock in the middle of
your back, take heart! Camping has changed, and there's something
for everyone. If you want the comforts of home while on the road,
you might want to try camping.
RVs comes in different sizes and shapes and include the
important amenities such as kitchens, bedrooms and showers.
If you hate sleeping in a tent, you do not have to stay in a hotel because RVs can be your home away
from home.
Listed below are the types of RV, which you can use, in your camping trip:
• Class A
Typically resembling a bus, Class As are entirely constructed on
a specially designed motorhome chassis. Powered by gas or diesel
engines, these units may have multiple slide-out sections that open
up the living space. Options are unlimited for Class As, but
generally they have kitchens, bathrooms, entertainment centers and
centrally controlled heating and air conditioning.
• Class B
Also commonly referred to as the van camper, the Class B
Motorhome is a panel-truck that has been customized to include
temporary sleeping, eating and bathroom facilities
• Class C
The Class C motorhome has a distinctive cab-over bunk that makes
this RV easy to recognize. Built on a commercial cut-away van
chassis Class Cs have evolved tremendously over the years. With all
the amenities of any motorhome, they are available in various
lengths, many with slide-out rooms and packed with extras.
You can purchase a new or a second-hand RV - check here for
RVing in Canada.
Here are tips that you should keep in mind in order to have a successful RV camping adventure:
1. The wisest decision you can make for your RV camping is to buy
campground directories and use them to plan your overnight stays ahead of time. It
is also a smart idea to make reservations ahead of time.
2. If you were not very familiar with the campground, book just
an overnight and see if you want to stay.
3. Join any of the membership camper's club available and take
advantage of their discounts.
RV camping can become a lifestyle and there are plenty of online forums and discussions
that will help you understand what you are getting into. You can
also attend RV shows in your area.
Since the cost of RVs ranges from $40 to $250 thousand dollars,
everyone has to keep their particular budget in mind. The good
news is there really is something for everybody.
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