The numbers have shown that 1 in every 5 Americans prefers a vacation involving RV camping. This shouldn’t be surprising given the rise in popularity of recreational vehicles during the golden era of the 1960s. When you think about it, the peace, love and Elvis Presley movement knew what it meant to truly live life. RVs remain a top-tier choice if you are looking to travel affordably and virtually unencumbered. This is especially true if you have a big family or group of friends you’re taking along and you’d rather avoid the hassle of putting up in a dingy motel at every stop, but it can also be a great option for the digital nomad and for visiting family and friends without adding to the pressure on their household.
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The Right RV
The RV life isn’t too complicated. You only need to be flexible and adaptable and have some basic mechanical skills. It’s also important to get the right RV for your trip. Whether you opt to buy one or rent one, it’s recommended to get the smallest one that you’re comfortable in. But this will usually depend on how long you plan to be on the road, and the needs for someone traveling alone will be vastly different from those travelling Europe as a family. Before you begin looking at vehicles, create a list of what you need your RV to provide for you to make sure you consider all the important details before you make a commitment. Be sure to test drive the vehicle before you sign anything – whether you’re renting or buying, you want to make sure you’re coming away with an RV you’re truly comfortable with.
The RV For The Digital Nomad
The van-life movement has really caught on in the last couple of years, with millennials giving up stuffy office-jobs to work from home as they travel the world. There are a number of RV nomads today who are actually making it work and selling us the dream. One of the greatest advantages of van-life is that you can take your pets along with you easily, unlike with other travel options. It’s generally very easy to be an RV nomad in the U.S. because there are a number of spaces that have been dedicated as RV parks where you can stop for a spell over your travels. The majority of parks have a full range of amenities to back up the resources you have in your RV, as well as wifi coverage, which is essential to the daily life of any digital nomad.
Visiting Family And Friends
A distinct advantage of RV travel is that it can be used to extend your vacation to visit family and friends who may not have the space to accommodate you. Being able to bring the guest room with you makes you a much easier house guest to have around, and it makes you much more flexible about the duration of your visit. Friends with young children may also appreciate the opportunity for a day trip adventure in your RV, making you not only an easy house guest but an exciting one too.
Taking a vehicle on vacation is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to RV travel. When you can factor travel into your work life and use it to see more of the people you care about, it’s clear to see that the RV is worth reviving.
