Tips For First-Time RV Drivers

Above, The Beast at Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Over the years, different websites have posted tips on RV travel. For the most part, I've presented them here with links. Some are better than others and some are repetitious.

The Washington Times Herald (Indiana, not D.C.) has posted some good tips for first-time RVers.

They start off with:

Whether it’s the welcoming weather or the chance to follow a favorite football team or, of course, the awe-inspiring foliage, fall compels many people to hit the open road. A car or truck might suffice for a day trip or weekend getaway, but those who want to travel more extensively often do so in an RV.

Recreational vehicles, or RVs, provide a taste of home away from home for millions of people every year. RVs allow people to visit even the most remote locations without having to worry about finding food or lodging. As welcoming as the interior of an RV can be, it’s also easy for first-time RV drivers to feel a little intimidated. RVs are the largest vehicles many people will ever operate, and even long-time drivers will likely need some time to adjust. That adjustment period can go smoothly if drivers take steps to grow more comfortable behind the wheel before embarking on their trips.

To read more, go here. 

How To Make Camper Travel More Comfortable

Above, The Beast at Lake Havasu, Arizona. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Many people are taking to the open road in recreational vehicles (trailers, motorhomes, etc.) now that most states are lifting pandemic restrictions. Some are doing so for the first time, either as RV renters or first-time buyers.

The Washington Times Herald (Idaho) has an article on how to make camper travel more comfortable.  

They begin it with:

The open road beckons millions of people across the globe every year. People’s idea of the ideal getaway varies depending on the individual, but few can deny the appeal of a road trip that allows travelers to move at their own pace.

Campers can give road trips a more liberating feel. When taking to the road in a camper, drivers are not beholden to checkout times or many of the other restrictions that can govern how people spend their time on vacation. Campers may not have all the creature comforts of a five-star hotel room, but travelers can take steps to make their campers more comfortable.

To read more, go here.