In an increasingly fast-paced world, finding a true respite can feel nearly impossible. Between managing businesses, raising families, and keeping up with daily commitments, even close friends can go months without catching up.
In Episode 3 of Go RVing’s series "Six Things I Love About RVing," host Jeremy sits down with seasoned RV owners, photographers, and longtime friends Bill and Eric. While both frequently take RV trips with their families, they also use their rigs for photography trips, blending creative work with a much-needed mental reset.
Here are the six key reasons Bill and Eric believe RVing is the ultimate way to travel, recharge, and stay connected.
1. Excitement of the Unknown & Local Exploration
The thrill of an RV trip starts the moment you pull out of the driveway. Months of planning culminate in the feeling of launching a true adventure to places you’ve never seen before.
When traveling by RV, exploring isn't limited to major landmarks—it's about discoverable local gems along the way, including:
- Stopping at charming roadside coffee shops tucked next to waterfalls.
- Supporting small-town farm stands running on the honor system to grab fresh produce, local honey, jams, and more.
- Indulging in local donut shops (even if you're normally on a strict diet!).
2. Choosing Your Own Balance of Comfort and Amenities
Camping doesn't mean roughing it unless you want to. Bill and Eric emphasize that there is no wrong way to camp, but having full hookups (water, electricity) and resort-style amenities can elevate the experience.
Their ideal campground includes comforts like:
- Clubhouse amenities: Access to a light gym, game rooms, and pool tables for low-key downtime.
- Scenic settings: Outdoor seating with views of the sunset over a lake.
- Walkable attractions: Campsites directly connected via walking trails to local wineries for happy hours and dinners.
3. Serving as a Mobile "Base of Operations"
For photographers, outdoor enthusiasts, or remote workers, an RV offers something hotel stays can't: full immersion in nature without sacrificing comfort.
Bill and Eric use their RVs as mobile studios during full days of shooting waterfalls and landscapes:
- All-weather protection: Rainy or cold weather doesn't ruin a trip when you have a dry, warm space to retreat to.
- Home comforts on the road: Returning from a muddy trail to a hot shower and a home-cooked meal allows you to stay fully focused on your creative workflow.
4. Total Freedom Over Dining & Dietary Needs
Dietary constraints can turn traditional travel into a hassle. For Bill, who follows a vegan diet, traveling in an RV eliminates the stress of searching for specialty restaurants in unfamiliar areas.
- Custom dietary control: Easily make a quick meal tailored to dietary needs.
- Cost savings: For families or group travel, packing your own meals for the week significantly reduces dining costs compared to eating out three times a day.
5. Evening Collaboration and Unplugged Connections
After a long day in the field, the RV environment creates space for productive collaboration and meaningful human connection:
- Digital creative sessions: Sitting side-by-side inside the camper editing photos, swapping critiques, or turning on a hockey game.
- The campfire experience: Reclaiming the ancient tradition of sitting around a fire. In an age dominated by screen time, gathering around a campfire creates an intimate, cozy environment for deep conversation.
- Catching up: Despite living less than a mile apart, busy schedules meant Bill and Eric hadn't seen each other in months prior to the trip. The campfire provided the space to reconnect, catch up on family life, and plan future adventures.
6. A Home Away from Home That Changes Every Day
Bill and Eric explain that, when first buying an RV, it’s just a vehicle. Over time, as it becomes packed with postcards, travel souvenirs, stickers, and gifts from loved ones, it transforms into an extension of family. Stepping into an RV after weeks away instantly triggers a feeling of home—except every morning, the front yard is a brand-new landscape waiting to be explored.
