Although the use of recreational vehicles (RVs) or ‘RVing’ has been a favourite pastime of many families for generations, its popularity has seen something of a renaissance over the past few years, thanks to millennials who enjoy mixing a bit of leisure with plenty of adventure out on the open road. In fact, you’ll find many examples of savvy nomads ditching the 9-to-5 for the #vanlife posted on social media. Whether you buy an RV as a home-away-from-home or rent for a getaway, you’ll enjoy the freedom of choosing where and when to go, and how to get there.
Why RVing is the way to travel during (and after) COVID-19
RVing has, especially after 2020, become one of the safest travel options for Canadians. It’s the perfect excuse to explore our own beautiful backyard in our home provinces. Not only does it allow you to easily maintain proper distancing and sanitizing measures, but it also helps you avoid some stresses associated with travel by other methods, such as mandatory COVID-19 testing, hotel quarantines or minimum periods of self-isolation. Best of all, you no longer have to leave any family members behind when travelling—take your pets along with you for the ride!
Which type of RV should I get?
Not all RVs are made equal—there are several different types to choose from, classed by style, in-vehicle amenities, and overall size. Depending on your vacation needs, such as number of travellers, budget, length of stay, destination (keep in mind, some places like national parks and campsites might only permit RVs of up to a certain length) and ultimately, your desired travel experience—you’ll have to do a bit of research on which type of RV to drive out in.
- Travelling with a big family and need lots of space? Or maybe you simply can’t live without all the comforts of home? Full-sized motorhomes just might work for you.
- Going camping or glamping with your partner? A no-fuss, lightweight pop-up trailer or truck camper that you can mount on your pickup bed will do just fine.
- Want to go with more economical (and sometimes more practical) options that fall somewhere in between? Consider taking relatively-compact camper vans and conventional travel trailers on the road.
- While you’re planning, here are a few tips to keep your travel budget down when going the RV route!
Which type of travel insurance should I get when RVing?
Protecting yourself or your family even while travelling within Canada is as essential as the wheels on an RV. You might want to take more than one RV trip this summer to get the most mileage out of your RV, so consider getting a Multi Trip Annual plan.
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For many travellers, RVs are the perfect ingredient for enjoying the best of both worlds: live in the comfort of the cozy indoors while enjoying the sights and sounds of the great outdoors. What more could you ask for in a vacation?
Happy (and safe) RVing!
Justin
