{"id":711,"date":"2024-05-08T18:08:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-08T13:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urdukhaber.com\/english\/?p=711"},"modified":"2024-05-08T18:08:00","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T13:08:00","slug":"rv-life-grants-the-freedom-weve-all-been-yearning-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urdukhaber.com\/english\/travel\/rv-life-grants-the-freedom-weve-all-been-yearning-for\/","title":{"rendered":"RV Life Grants The Freedom We\u2019ve All Been Yearning For"},"content":{"rendered":"

There is nothing like a global shutdown to bring vacation plans to a screeching halt. But when one door closes, another opens. Many have redefined their 2020-compliant vacation plans to include something we could all use a little more\u2014the Great Outdoors. That’s why RVs and campers have been popular in recent months, and experts see no end in sight.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>RV sales skyrocketed<\/span><\/h2>\n

Like most sectors, the RV industry took a big sales hit in April and May as the country headed into lockdown. But as restrictions began to ease, Americans emerged from their homes with a renewed sense of adventure, eager for some fresh scenery and ready to hit the road and drive far away from the place they had been pent up in for the months prior.<\/span><\/p>\n

Patrick Industries, an Indiana-based manufacturer of RVs, reported that the company saw an 11% increase in shipments compared to the same period of the previous year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Andy Nemeth, Patrick Industries’ CEO, told shareholders, “We experienced a strong resurgence in production rates, particularly in the RV sector,” before also mentioning “the need for inventory as a result of retail resilience and a notable increase in consumer demand, in particular, with new buyers.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Considering the commitment and investment in purchasing an RV, that’s a significant increase.<\/span><\/p>\n

With uncertainty ahead, RV life is becoming more attractive to many.<\/span><\/p>\n

Surge in rentals<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sales aren’t the only thing surging; RV rentals are skyrocketing, too.<\/span><\/p>\n

RV rentals are not only a<\/span>\u00a0popular choice but also a safe one. According to RVshare, a platform that facilitates peer-to-peer RV sharing<\/span>, RV bookings tripled\u00a0over the summer compared to last year. Even popular rental weekends like Labor Day saw a 50% increase in bookings, indicating a high level of trust and confidence in the safety of RV travel.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the most reassuring aspects about renting an RV or camper is the impressive range of offerings that can fit everyone’s needs and budgets. Some rentals start at just $50 a night, and if you have a vehicle that can tow a trailer, you could save not only on the rental but also on gas.<\/span><\/p>\n

With a variety of styles and sizes to choose from, RV travel offers a convenient solution for various needs. Whether it’s a couple embarking on a long-awaited cross-country trip or a family seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of home life, the flexibility and comfort of an RV can cater to all.<\/span><\/p>\n

Laps of luxury<\/span><\/h2>\n

Not much of a camper? Prefer ‘the finer things in life’?<\/span><\/p>\n

That’s alright, because let us tell yo<\/span>u… R<\/span>V life has come a long way in the last decade.<\/span><\/p>\n

These days, luxury RVs are not just a mode of transport; they are a lifestyle. They are reminiscent of celebrity tour buses with all the trimmings. Showers with glass partings, flat-screen TVs, high-speed internet, double-door fridges, and marble countertops have all been spotted in some incredibly premium model rental listings on outdoorsy.com, another peer-to-peer RV rental site.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unsurprisingly, luxury RVs cost much more than your garden-variety Winnebago. Some of the listings for luxury RVs on outdoorsy.com go as high as $1,000+ per night. Treat yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

We’ll enjoy the great outdoors through tinted windows from the comfort of a premium leather Laz-Z-Bo<\/span>y. t<\/span>hank you very much.<\/span><\/p>\n

Current gas prices mean there’s no time like the present.<\/span><\/h2>\n

Gas prices have dropped in recent months, which is good news for those interested in RV life. Gas prices are a major factor in the total cost of an RV trip. Some larger model RVs can average as little as four miles per gallon, adding up quickly on a long road trip.<\/span><\/p>\n

Gas per gallon nationwide is hovering around $2.20, compared with $2.60 a gallon a year ago. That’s shy of a 20% discount on the transportation cost for your 2024 RV road trip vacation. That money can stay in your pocke<\/span>t\u2026o<\/span>r go 20% further than your budget might otherwise allow.<\/span><\/p>\n

But you should know<\/span><\/h2>\n

Here are a couple of things to keep in mind when planning your next (or first) RV adventure:<\/span><\/p>\n