| Perhaps you have wondered about taking a RV | | | | comfortable, it is a small living area for a large |
| vacation. It seems like fun and you'd like to try it, | | | | family. If you are renting, bear this in mind in |
| but you aren't sure if it's for you. Well, it's a | | | | choosing the size of your rental RV. During the |
| growing industry. As baby boomers take to the | | | | day, try to spend time outdoors or in different |
| road, the RVing pastime and lifestyle are | | | | activities, so that each family member gets a bit |
| becoming increasingly popular. If you have a hint | | | | of personal space and time for themselves. But |
| of the RV itch, then here are 10 common | | | | the minor logistics can be managed. The general |
| reasons for taking an RV vacation: | | | | consensus among RVing families is that an RV |
| 1. Getting Back to Nature: If you are interested in | | | | vacation tends to bring the family closer together |
| the great outdoors, an RV is a great way to | | | | with more communication and the sharing of good |
| vacation. You can visit state or national parks, | | | | times. |
| tour famous landmarks and simply enjoy some | | | | 4. Cool for Kids: An RV vacation can be a great |
| fresh air and natural settings. Take a hike or go | | | | way to travel with children. They can go out to |
| fishing. Try white water rafting or canoeing. Play | | | | play or take part in campground activities. There |
| some golf, go swimming, ride your bike. Get | | | | are likely to be other kids to meet and new |
| some exercise or simply do nothing but enjoy | | | | places to explore. Children of all ages will enjoy an |
| your surroundings. | | | | old-fashioned campfire complete with stories, |
| 2. The Comforts of Home: In an RV, you can | | | | songs and stargazing. And most kids think it\'s |
| have the best of both worlds. Enjoy the great | | | | pretty cool to be in an RV "home on wheels". |
| outdoors with more creature comforts than tent | | | | 5. Campgrounds: There are many choices in |
| camping. Whether you own an RV or try a rental, | | | | campgrounds and RV parks. In peak season and |
| most RVs are well equipped. You will likely have a | | | | tourist areas, you should make reservations. Look |
| kitchen with microwave, fridge and stove, a TV | | | | for the amenities that are important to you. |
| and VCR, beds, living and dining areas and | | | | Campgrounds may have swimming pools, lakes, |
| bathroom with shower. Many RVs have slide out | | | | boating, fishing ponds, miniature golf, playgrounds, |
| rooms that increase the living area at the touch | | | | hiking trails, game rooms, walking or bike paths, |
| of a button. You can sit outside under your | | | | tennis courts and activities for kids and adults. |
| awning, get out of the rain if the weather | | | | You may find dances, barbeques, contests or |
| changes, and turn on the air conditioner if it gets | | | | other entertainment. RV Clubs are worth joining |
| too hot. | | | | to get campground discounts and other services. |
| 3. Family Matters: Family members of all ages | | | | Consider the size and setting of the campsites |
| tend to connect with each other when they are | | | | and check out overall campground ratings in |
| away from their normal routine enjoying a simpler | | | | campground directories. Also consider proximity to |
| lifestyle. Remember that family togetherness can | | | | other attractions or landmarks that you want to |
| be a double-edged sword. While the RV is | | | | visit. |