Some Nomads See RV Living As Way Of Life
To many, the simple term RV inspires memories of several movies, most of them comedies, but to others it offers thoughts of a nomadic lifestyle. There are thousands of people that travel around the country, living in their RVs, and having no desire to park their traveling home. There is something enticing about the thought of following the sun across the country and enjoying all the sights it has to offer.
When the recreational vehicle was first developed, it was a convenient way for people to pack up and take their vacation. Without the need to connect a travel trailer to their vehicle, which can be dangerous to pull for an inexperienced driver, all they had to do was climb in and drive. Everything a family may need on a trip was contained in an RV, including their transportation.
One of the failures of most RVs was their size, which could keep a person prisoner in a park if they stopped for more than a day or two. Once it was parked and leveled, it was too much trouble to get back on the road to pick up supplies and then return. A tow bar and a small car attached to the RV solved that problem.
Transportation Costs Still Lower Than Travel Expenses
While most travelers understand that the miles per gallon of an RV are going to be low, the additional price of fuel is offset by the savings of hotel or motel bills. Being able to cook in the vehicle also saves money on the cost of eating out making these gas-hungry rolling dwellings a less expensive alternative to spending every night looking for a place to sleep.
Not everyone who travels the country in their RV is looking for total freedom as many maintain a permanent residence. Most of the time may be spent in areas with a warmer climate during traditional winter months and the remainder of the year in their traditional home. Being able to pick up and go at a moment's notice is one of the appeals of owning a RV.
In addition to being self-contained for traveling and sleeping quarters, they are also more comfortable that tents and most cabins and with internal heating and cooling systems offer better climate control. The availability of safe and secure areas in which to park a RV also makes them attractive to new travelers wanting to see the world around them.
