How to Rent an RV

With RV vacations becoming more and more popular one question that everyone wants to know the answer to is how to rent an RV? Before renting your RV it is important to work out exactly what size you will need as although it would be great to have the largest Winnebago possible it doesn't usually make sense if there are only two of you. Your first consideration should always be how much sleeping accommodation you will need. This will help you to find the right sized RV for your needs. The biggest mistake that most first time RV users make is that they hire the biggest RV they can find and then they discover that although pleasant to drive RV's are not like driving cars due to the added weight and size.

Renting a few different types and models of RV is a great way to find out if RV ownership is going to be suitable for you. Despite the rising cost of fuel Recreational Vehicle vacations still work out to be up 75% cheaper than any other type of vacation and are a great way to spend time with your family. To find a local RV rental company the first step should be to look in your local yellow pages. Make a list of 3 or 4 and contact them for a brochure and prices. It is particularly important to determine what is included in the price. Some rental companies will have various extra charges whilst other will quote a fully inclusive price. Make sure you also get details of deposits and insurance costs as these can add a considerable amount to the final cost.

Once you have narrowed the list of companies down to 2 or 3 you should visit them and look at the RV's that they are renting out. Ensure that they look in good condition are clean and appear to be well maintained. If you intend to travel a long distance find out what their arrangements are if RV breaks down. Often a national chain will ensure that the nearest branch to you will repair or replace a broken down RV. Finally make sure that they will give you a clear well written instruction manual and show you how everything works. There is nothing worse that stopping for your first night in your RV and not being able to operate the cooker or more importantly the shower.

If you are having trouble locating a local rental company or you are travelling to a different area for your vacation it is often worth contacting your local dealer and asking for recommendations. They should be able to find good reputable rental companies for you especially if you explain that you want to rent the RV as an extended test drive before buying. Hopefully you will now be armed with enough tips and advice that finding out how to rent an RV is no longer a daunting task.