Tourist use of the recreational vehicle (RV) is still widespread among cautioners. A passion for "Winnebago" that does not fade with the years. To better understand the phenomenon, Le Journal has tried an RV trip. Four days and three nights: the challenge was launched to one of our journalists with no experience on a motorized. As a result, the benefits outweigh the disadvantages. If you're thinking of renting an RV for your vacation, whether short or extended, click here to know before you hit the road.
Easy To Many:
The first feeling experienced by any inexperienced driver in this type of vehicle is tinged with excitement and apprehension. Fortunately, everything is balanced from the first kilometres. The imposing body is handled rather well, we take confidence quickly. The driving and the perception of the volumes are slowly, but surely.
The arrival at the camp site is going smoothly, even in the dark. Once the site has been designated, all you have to do is make the connections, three in number: one for the sewers, one for the electrical supply and one for the drinking water. Barely five minutes and the recreational vehicle is stowed. There is only one thing left to do: enjoy.
Comfort All Inclusive:
Like most motorized vehicles in its class, the Sun seeker 2300 offers virtually all the conveniences of a traditional fireplace: you can wash, sleep, cook or enjoy embedded audio-video systems. An "elsewhere at home" translates into a tourist mode that is firmly focused on comfort.
The capacity of the vehicle in terms of water and energy reserves, its autonomy, is also amazing and reinforces this idea of convenience. A single charge will have been enough for the entire trip, with a modest use of equipment.
A standard driver's license allows you to take the wheel of an RV. It takes nothing more to go where you want and when you want. Itinerant use is thus designated in VR. It is the spirit of freedom, the nomadic spirit.
Thus, many users prefer the sedentary mode of RV camping. Some will travel great distances, year after year, to join the same caravan community and settle for several weeks or even months. To each his journey.
Contrary to popular belief, the choice of recreational vehicle as a vacation option should not be guided by the desire to save money. It takes about $ 50 on average for a night in a traditional camp site, all connections included. Fuel consumption, while reasonable, is also driving up the bill. To this must be added the costs associated with gas charging, which supplies hot water and some on-board appliances, such as the fridge, while travelling.
Together, That's All:
The recreational vehicle available to us for this test is the smallest in its class that ranges from 24 to 35 feet in length. The Sun seeker 2300 is considered to be of intermediate size. It offers the possibility of 6 beds, which adapts perfectly to projects of escapade, that it is with family, between friends or in tribe. VR therefore facilitates the concept of holidays to many by combining quality and freedom.
