Motorhome, Recreational Vehicles (RVs) or Caravans… Whichever mode of travel transport you choose, the benefits of this type of travel are undeniable!
Road tripping your way through a holiday is a wonderful and exciting way to travel. You are essentially taking your home and home-comforts on wheels with you! In a self-contained vehicle like an RV, you’re able to control your environment and manage your own pace of travel.
Some of the benefits for this type of travel include:
- Taking the journey in your own time
- Saving costs on flights and accommodation
- Home cooked meals as and when you wish
- The ability to visit lots of places without the need to pack and unpack a suitcase
- Plenty of storage space
- A COVID-safe alternative to busy restaurants and accommodation
Before you hit the road for this type of vacation, a few reminders to consider:
- Do pre-trip maintenance checks: Check petrol tank is full, tyres are checked and gas bottles for cooking are stocked up
- Ensure your fire extinguisher and safety items are up to date
- Create a packing checklist including medications and small items such as first aid kit, cooking utensils, tool kit, garbage bags, phone chargers etc are included
- Pack the vehicle evenly to spread weight while traveling
- Have a loose plan of where and when you’ll be traveling, with a backup hard copy map stored in the vehicle in case you lose mobile coverage on the road
- Always let someone (such as a family member) know your plans and how to reach you in case of an emergency
- Make sure your vehicle is packed and ready the day before you intend to depart
- Have plenty of food and snacks as well as adequate drinking water in stock
- Consider downloading audio books to listen to while driving
- Have a good night’s sleep before departure and plan to stop at least every 2 hours to “stop, revive and survive”
Ensure you appreciate the scenery as you go… remember the beauty is in the journey, not the destination!
