First let me say, I absolutely love camping. Now, I enjoy more “glamping” type of experiences but if my husband said lets go tent camping this weekend, I’d say OK! Some of this is age, and because there’s a little sense of “been there done that”. Regardless, being outdoors makes me happy. Throw in some beautiful scenery, the ocean or majestic mountains, and I’ll be in my happy place.
What I’m realizing is there are so many of my friends that have not ever been camping, RVing and don’t necessarily enjoy the outdoors the same way I do. And don’t get me wrong, I’m not into hunting and fishing….but I know it happens and can appreciate the people who live off the land, and this is their way of life. I really want to understand why? Is it not wanting to get dirty? Is it not wanting to go days without showering? Is it not wanting to go to public restrooms or in nature (in a bush/tree/etc)? Is it fear of not having anything to do? WHAT IS IT?? lol
As a travel consultant, one of my goals is to help people go places they’ve never been before and to have experiences they’ve never had before. SO I’m super curious. I’d love to help curate a luxury or rugged camping experience for someone!! There are magnificent campgrounds and RV parks all over the world…but since we’re regulated to local travel right now due to the COVID-19 pandemic, going camping, maybe one of the only vacations people can take in the US.
Check out this article by CNN: “Camping during coronavirus...”
Are you someone who would TRY camping, if you could sleep in a bed and use an inside bathroom? If YES, then RVing may be for you. RVs (recreational vehicles) come in so many brands, shapes, sizes, and can be driveable or towable. From motohomes, to camper vans, to travel trailers to toy haulers, you can literally find a size/length and type right for you and the type of experience you’d like to have.
For families, your choices are many. Motorhomes, one of the types of RVs you drive are probably the most popular, because the kids can be in the back doing what they do, while you all are driving. If you have a truck, think F-150 or 1500, etc then you may be more interested in a Fifth Wheel trailer. The size in some of these RVs is amazing…like really wow! If you’re ok with towing your RV and have a larger SUV or truck, but don’t mind waiting until you get to your destination to get set-up, etc, then a travel trailer will be the most economical, in my opinion.
Either way, why NOT try it?? If you don’t feel comfortable with driving or towing one on your own, you don’t have to! Owners no will deliver their RV to you at whatever location you’re booked at (within reason and something there is an extra deliver fee). This means you can TRY the experience before making a major commitment of buying. You would rent the RV, book the RV site, and show-up! Cook Travel Planning can assist with all of these things…so now what’s your excuse?
If you’re interested, even a little bit, please reach out to CTP at cooktravelplanning@gmail.com, and ask me all the questions you have. SOON, we will be providing the RV rentals as well! Stay tuned, 2021 is gonna be BIG!
No time like the present to try something new! #IJS -Bree
(PS-I’m not for hunting for sport though. I’m ok with fishing, with the limits that exist, for eating.)
Bree E. Cook, PsyD 