This summer, travel with confidence due to these professional RV vacation suggestions.
If you’re renting an RV for the first time, you’re undoubtedly wondering how much it costs to rent an RV. Which RV or trailer should I rent? What should I bring? We have the answers to your RV inquiries, so you can travel with confidence this summer. Paige Bouma, vice president of RV Trader, and Megan Buemi, head of content at RVshare, provided us with professional guidance on everything from RV rentals to road trip packing lists. With people all around the country preparing to spend time in nature, here’s everything you need to know to join them.
What is the cost of renting an RV?
RV travel may be extremely inexpensive, depending on your choices. One of the most often asked questions from first-timers is, “How much does it cost to rent an RV?” While there is no definitive answer, there are a few factors to consider. First, consider the expense of renting an RV. This varies depending on the vehicle type, destination, and length of stay, but according to RVshare, “the typical booking is $150 per night and $1,000 for a four- or five-night rental.” Insurance, petrol, camping fees, meals, and other expenses are also incurred. Bouma suggests planning ahead of time where you’ll stay overnight so you may park in free lots or at friends’ houses.
What should I bring on my RV trip?
The line between overpacking and not having what you need is thin. As with any trip, pack the attire and equipment required for the activities you intend to participate in. According to Buemi, renters should “pack intelligently,” and “talk to the RV owner about what they keep on board for their tenants, such as sheets and kitchenware.” Bouma emphasizes the need of having a tool box and first-aid kit on available in case of an emergency. If you’re going with children, don’t forget to pack games, craft items, movies, cooking equipment, and, of course, graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate for s’mores.
What should I do to arrange my RV trip?
According to Bouma, preparing is an excellent approach to include the entire family in the vacation. Plan ahead of time your route and destinations, where you’ll stop overnight (and make reservations for popular campgrounds), your meals, and make sure you have enough water in your tank and gas in your generator. Oh, and plan out where you’ll get your water and power.
What type of RV should I rent?
Because there are so many brands and types available, selecting the appropriate RV for your next vacation may be a daunting undertaking. Allow money, the number of people traveling, the location, and the length of the trip to help you limit down your options. Consider if you want an RV or a trailer that can be towed (and make sure your car can tow whatever trailer you choose). “Decide what is most essential to you, such as pet-friendliness, number of beds, a full kitchen, enjoyable outside space, and more,” Buemi advises.
Where should I go to rent an RV?
You know what sort of RV you want and what you’ll bring on your journey, but how do you obtain it? Fortunately, there are a number of handy choices for reserving your next RV. Peer-to-peer platforms like RVshare and Outdoorsy link RV owners with tourists wishing to rent their vehicles. There’s also Cruise America, which has a large inventory at a variety of rental locations around the United States and Canada. If you become acclimated to the RV lifestyle, you may always purchase your own camper from RV Trader.
What else should I know before renting an RV?
If you hire an RV, you must select whether to drive it, tow it, or have it delivered to your location. If you don’t want to drive or tow such a huge vehicle, some RV rentals will even drop it off at your preferred campground. When renting an RV for the first time, make sure to ask the owner for a walk-through. “Setting up an RV in a park may be unfamiliar to you, so ask the owner for specific instructions on all elements of their rig, such as how to use the electrical hookups, open the awning, empty the tanks, and so on,” Buemi says. Even if you are renting, ensure that you have adequate insurance and help in the event of an accident. RVshare provides comprehensive and accident coverage up to $300,000, as well as free 24/7 roadside assistance, towing, and tire servicing.
Bouma also points out that drivers frequently overlook how tall their RVs are (particularly with A/C units on top). Drive with caution when passing through low-clearance areas, such as fast-food drive-thrus.