Going on a road trip with family and friends sure is fun, especially when you travel by RV. In fact, according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, the number of households that owns an RV has reached 8.9 million. Moreover, just because you don’t own an RV doesn’t mean that you can no longer have a comfortable and cost-effective journey. These days, you have the option of renting RVs. However, before you choose a company to get RV rentals, you need to make sure to ask the necessary questions. Here is the list of these questions:
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What kind of RV should I rent?
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You need to know that there are different kinds of RVs out there. For example, there is Class C that is built on the chassis of the truck. At the front, it looks quite similar to that of a pickup truck, and it has a bed loft located just above the driver’s seat. On the other hand, the Class A RV looks more like a bus, which offers more space.
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How many of you would be joining the road trip?
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Before you even contact an RV Rental company, determine the number of people who would be joining you on your road trip. Perhaps, you may want to bring your kids, parents, and even grandparents with you. By asking this question, you would be able to know how much space you need your rented RV to have.
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How big is your budget?
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Prior to your RV vacation, you should set a budget. After all, the rent for the RV is not the only thing that you would need to pay. You also need to pay for the food, attractions, and even parking. You also need to bring some emergency cash with you. Also, you need to determine how much it would cost for you to fill up the RV with enough fuel. Now, after having a rough estimate of the entire cost, look for an RV that you can still rent within your remaining budget.
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Do you need to get insurance?
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Although just having your driver’s license will do, it would still be best for you to get auto insurance. On the other hand, most RV rental companies out there offer 24-hour roadside assistance, keeping you safe during the entire time that you are on the road.
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What are the things that you need and want?
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Although for some, just simply having a bathroom and kitchen in the RV will do, there are also some who would want to experience more luxury during their road trip. So, list down the things that you need and want. Perhaps, it may include a TV set, refrigerator, sofa, speaker, A/C units, bedroom, DVD player, and others. You may also want to consider whether the RV has a GPS to help you out in navigating the road or rear and side view mirrors to assist you in parking it.
Final Thoughts
By asking these questions before you rent an RV, you can have a stress-free and worry-free road trip experience with your loved ones.