Taking a road trip with an RV for the first time can certainly be a bit scary. Sure, you know how it should look, but you can’t help but realize there are many challenges that you might face along the way. Luckily, there is a way to keep those challenges to a minimum and make sure your first RV road trip is a success. All you need to do is avoid the following common mistakes.
Packing Too Much
Sure, you have plenty of space in an RV. But that space is for you to be comfortable—don’t jam it with everything you think you might need. Pack lightly, bring the necessities and things you actually know you’ll use, and you’ll be fine.
Setting Off Without a Plan
It might be tempting to just hit the road and not worry about where you’ll end up. However, that’s tricky with an RV as you need to know where the campgrounds are for longer rest, and you need to make a prior reservation to make sure you have a spot waiting for you. Also, making a plan for your trip will ensure you don’t miss out on some cool attractions.
Going Immediately on a Long-Distance Trip
If it’s your first time taking a road trip with RV, make sure you stay a bit closer to home instead of making some cross-country trip. It takes time to get adjusted to RV life, and it is always better to be not far away from home if you get sick and tired of it.
Not Being Familiar with Your RV
People often don’t know enough about their RV before setting on a trip. Don’t make that mistake, and make sure you know what your vehicle can and can’t do, where it can and can’t go, and how to handle simple tasks like charging, modifications, waste removal, and things like that.