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!