RVing is attractive for a number of reasons, especially right now in 2020. However, RV companies have noticed a distinct uptick in interest, especially for those seeking a brief reprieve from their daily lives in the midst of a world where travel is uncertain, to say the least. RVing and traveling by camper van has given people back the power to explore and vacation once again, albeit not in the traditional sense of a 'vacation' like many of us think. RV vacations usually involve scenic drives, smaller living spaces, and fewer amenities than the average hotel or resort - but many are finding new, and small, joys in this way of, life, too.
An RV vacation can be far more affordable than most while also offering the added benefit of a two-in-one perk. Not only do travelers have the ability to go wherever they want on their own time, but pulling over to find a hotel is never an issue because all sleeping and living accommodations come with you. This is quite alluring to many due to varying sanitation guidelines in addition to uncertainties over where, and when, to travel. However, these aren't the only reasons many are opting for RVs - and there's some more good news: It's totally possible to rent one before committing to a purchasing price.
Luxury On The Go
Nowadays, RVs and campers are far more than they were 20 years ago. While many are outdated, newer versions come with updated storage, appliances, and even eco-efficient features. Many are taking van life into their own hands as well, purchasing regular vehicles and turning them into part- or even full-time living spaces, ready to go whenever they are. Since the pandemic, many have turned to on-the-road life in order to reshape the way they spend their time as well as their workspace, with up to 60% of people in the US working from home.
According to Outside, RIVA reported that more than one million Americans were already living in vans, with the interest increasing in recent months. Some RV companies, such as Cabana, are making it super easy for travelers to rent their own RVs to travel in and many people are going for it, for more than one reason. For starters, RVs don't come with hotel staff or other guests which travelers would need to worry about coming into contact with. The process of renting and using an RV can be completely contactless, thus ensuring that there's no danger in renting accommodations. Furthermore, RVs are thoroughly sanitized and cleaned via UVC lighting as well, and also left to sit for up to eight hours in between uses. This little bit of reassurance is enough for many people to opt for the RV life over hotel living, and that's not even including the freedom this vacation style offers.
Speaking of which, the ability to go anywhere isn't priceless, but the memories made while doing so certainly can be. RVs can be driven wherever they're permitted and that allows travelers to see multiple places in one trip and also provides the flexibility to stay close to home or travel cross-country. In some ways, the freedom afforded with a road trip like this simply can't be compared to any other vacation style which is why so many are choosing to rent RVs before making the ultimate commitment to one.
Rates and fees for RV rentals are also quite affordable, with many falling in a range that's not much more than renting a hotel room for the night. Depending on the rental and the amenities included, which can even involve similar amenities guests would find in hotels such as comfortable bedding, stocked refrigerators, and even dining and breakfast spaces, it might even be more affordable than a typical hotel room. With fewer people coming into contact with these spaces, there's also less stress in making the decision to rent an RV over a hotel room, since the foot traffic is nowhere near what it would be in a hotel.
Many people claim that they've felt safer while renting RVs than they have in hotel rooms or resorts, confirming that this is a great, socially-distance, and safe alternative to the average vacation. While Cabana is just one rental company, many states are home to their own RV rentals and as they become more popular, more and more options for renting are slowly becoming available. RV rentals can also be found through sites such as Outdoorsy, which allows users to easily locate an RV according to the location and amenity parameters they put into their search.