GoCampingAmerica.com | Posted January
    2nd, 2016

    Rent
    an RV and Test Drive a Fun New Lifestyle

    Happy Camper Blog

    If you’ve ever
    wondered what it would be like to take your next vacation in an RV, there’s
    an easy way to find out: rent one. This will allow you and your family to
    “test drive” the RV lifestyle and help you find out what size and type of RV
    is right for you.

    There are a few factors to
    consider before you rent an
    RV:

    • Decide if you want a
      motorized RV or one that’s towable such as a fifth wheel or travel trailer
      (if you have a vehicle that’s large enough to pull it or mount it
      on).
    • Choose the size of your RV based on the number of
      people you’ll need it to accommodate. For example, motorized RVs come in
      Class A (like a bus) that can sleep up to 6, Class B (built on a van chassis)
      that can sleep up to 4, and Class C (also called a “cabover”) that can sleep
      up to 8.

    You’ll have a variety of RV rental
    companies to choose from, including nationwide companies like Cruise AmericaEl
    Monte RV
     and USA RV Rentals as well as
    many regional companies.

    When you choose an
    RV rental company, you’ll want to ask some important
    questions:

    • What is the daily
      rate?
    • Are any miles included and what is the cost per
      mile for extra miles?
    • What extra charges are involved
      such as costs for a generator or propane?
    • Are any kitchen
      and bedding items included or will you have to bring, buy or rent
      them?
    • What are the pickup and drop off
      times?
    • What’s the average gas mileage the
      RV?

    You’ll also need to put down a security
    deposit to rent an RV, and, as with a rental car, you’ll need to purchase
    insurance if the rental is not covered by your auto insurer, so you’ll want
    to check with them first.

    And, in case you’re wondering, you
    only need a regular driver’s license to drive most RVs
    , but if
    you’re planning to rent a very large RV or trailer, you’ll want to check with
    your state’s department of motor vehicles to find out if any special
    requirements will apply.

    Also, be sure to ask what kind of
    training and orientation you’ll receive from your RV rental company. This
    will help you make sure you’ll be able to drive the RV safely, know how to
    operate all of its features, hook up your water and electrical services
    correctly and dispose of waste
    properly.

    Then the real fun will
    begin — deciding where you’ll go. Just visit our Find a
    Park
    page and you’ll be well on your way to your RVing
    adventure!