If you are curious about the RV lifestyle, a good way to find out if it’s for you is to test it first. Reading about RVing is certainly helpful, but before you invest in your own rig, take a road trip in an RV. You’ll get a better idea of whether you would like the RV lifestyle full or part-time, and if you want to do it while working or wait until you’ve retired. Here are 5 tips to help you test the RV lifestyle.
Read Blogs Before You Test the RV Lifestyle
There are countless RV bloggers who write about tips, give route suggestions. and review RV products. Start reading blogs to get an idea of the RV lifestyle.
A glimpse into the lives of RVers will help you decide whether you would like to live in an RV full-time or if you would just like to travel in an RV for your vacations. Blogs also provide insight on different types of RV and how to choose one that will best suit your needs.
Take a Road Trip with a Rented RV
Once you’ve done your research, it’s time to try an RV road trip for yourself. Rent an RV and pick a general location for your trip. It’s a good idea to rent a motorhome or camper that is similar to the type you are thinking about buying. Renting an RV is pricey, but it is worth it to find out if you want to make the much larger investment of purchasing one.
Plan Your Route to Test the RV Lifestyle
It is always advised to plan your route for a road trip, but especially if it is your first road trip in an RV. You’ll want to know your destination in advance every day so that you don’t waste time trying to find RV campgrounds and being disappointed when they are full. Make reservations in advance so you know that you will have a place to park every night with the amenities you need.
Working or Retired?
You might be thinking of working from your RV full-time or maybe you’re about to retire and considering switching to an RV lifestyle. There are some questions to ask yourself to help determine what type of RV life is best for you. If you will be working remotely, you will need to be prepared with a WiFi hotspot or be diligent about always camping places with a reliable WiFi connection.
Full-Time or Part-Time?
Do you plan to sell your home and live exclusively out of your RV? This will be a big transition, so take several practice RV road trips before taking the leap. While you might be excited to not deal with maintaining a home anymore and paying property taxes, keep in mind that owning an RV comes with its fair share of maintenance and upkeep. Another option is keeping your home and buying a smaller RV to take several trips throughout the year.
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