The world of recreational vehicles or RV's as they are more commonly known, is one of many different options and varieties. In the United States, the RV industry began in the late 1920's and early 1930's with models that are considerably smaller and less equipped than some of the RV behemoths that can be seen on roadways today. This article will go over some of the different uses of, and reasons for buying, a recreational vehicle.

Another thought process is capacity. When traveling via highways and roads, it is necessary to have a vehicle that can effectively accommodate large amounts of cargo, as well as large passenger loads. RV's can hold an astounding amount of gear and other cargo. They can also transport a large number of people too. For this reason, RV's are excellent solutions for long trips since everything that can be needed on a trip can easily be stowed away aboard your recreational vehicle. Each floor plan will determine how many people a RV can transport and sleep.

A question often asked is about the affordability of a recreational vehicle. Although, at first glance, the fuel-efficiency of RV's may not seem particularly impressive. This can be vastly overshadowed by the amount of people and things that an RV can comfortably haul for long distances. For example, if a family of six wanted to take a cross-country trip and they could not all fit comfortably in a conventional vehicle then they might be forced to fly on an airplane. Once the cost of round-trip airfare for six passengers considered, the option of driving an RV becomes much more attractive since simply operating an RV across the country would likely be cheaper than airfare for a substantial group of people.

When one does the math comparing meals and hotels versus traveling in a RV, the RV will usually win the comparison. Also, one is always sleeping in your own bed and not having to pack and unpack your belongings.