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In today’s world of iMessages, free two-day shipping, and insta-everything, everyone’s in a hurry. Travel tends to carry the same rushed mentality. But if you’re riding through the colorful canopy of mature oak trees at sunrise in the Appalachian mountains, you might find yourself slowing down and thinking, “Hey, I couldn’t see this from 30,000 feet up.” Here are 16 reasons why you should consider taking the scenic route in a motorhome on your next adventure.
Public places are a risky business these days. Public transportation is not on the top of most people’s list of good ideas. Traveling in the privacy of your own RV, on the other hand, is a great alternative. As soon as you walk through the door, everything you need is inside. That means less exposure to public stops, strangers, and their germs along the road. Most of our countertops are Solid Surface Countertops, which are nonporous surfaces, so they’re easy to clean and maintain. Plus, they hold less bacteria!
Pictured above: Tiffin 2021 Allegro Bus 35 CP bathroom.
Having a private bathroom all to yourself on a long journey is priceless. The only passengers on the other side of the door in your motorhome are people you know and, very likely, love. So, sharing a bathroom with them is no biggie. Sharing a bathroom with 150 strangers on public transportation? Not to mention exposure to all of their germs? That is not the start of anyone’s dream vacation.
If you’re taking your time, traveling through quaint North American towns, there’s likely to be a mom ‘n’ pop coffee shop somewhere around. And if not? Use a mini french press and make your own pot of perfection. Either way, it’s bound to be better than waiting in line with 30 other people for Starbucks in an airport. Plus, you can guarantee no one else touched or breathed on your coffee.
If you’re riding down the open road in our 2020 Zephyr, you’ll never have to stop for a great cup of coffee again. You’ll have the option of an in-cabinet Keurig® coffee center with K-Cup storage or a built-in Wolf® coffee system.
If you’re road tripping up the East Coast to Kennebunkport, Maine, and suddenly have a hankering for some fresh seafood, you can stop into a local place in Seabrook, New Hampshire, for some curbside take out and eat it in the comfort of your RV. Or, hop onto the Tiffin Motorhome Owners Facebook group to ask a veteran traveler for their recommendations in the area. If you’d rather avoid a restaurant altogether, why not prepare your food before you hit the road? Or, stop along the way to make a meal in your own Tiffin RV’s luxury kitchen using your own high end appliances and utensils.
Whether it’s by way of planes, trains, or automobiles, travel can make you feel icky. How many times have you seen someone swishing mouthwash, touching up their makeup, or even shaving their face in a public airport bathroom? Unfortunately, sometimes that’s the only way to get the fuzzy-teeth feeling to go away when there’s a long day of connecting flights ahead. When you’re in your own coach, you can do all this in a private, clean space, plus you can even take a shower to rinse away the day, which is not possible on lots of other modes of transportation.
Campsites are filled with happy travelers enjoying the scenic route at their own pace. Airports are a different story. The security line is filled with cranky, impatient travelers, and it’s one more place where everyone’s luggage and bodies have to pass through and make contact. Why risk the spread of germs? Avoiding those long security lines is quite simple – drive!
The only “layovers” you’ll have in your camper are self-inflicted – naps, food, or a pit-stop! All of which sound lovely. If you fly, even if you plan every detail of the itinerary perfectly, delays happen. Getting stuck with a lengthy layover can end up taking just as long as driving might have. Plus, it’s more time and exposure to large groups of people.
The “grab and go” food stands inside airports have had the exact same overpriced repertoire for over a decade. Caesar salad with rubbery chicken, turkey and cheese sub, apple, orange, etc. Not exactly appealing options for a long day’s journey. If you decided to take your RV, you can pick up whatever food you like at the grocery store and have a home-cooked meal instead.
There’s a big difference in the comforting hum of tires on the road and the roar of a jet engine. In a motorhome, you’ll be able to listen to XM radio and talk to your loved ones, rather than strangers.
Motorhomes have incredible storage, allowing you to pack them as fully and efficiently as you please. Airlines, on the other hand, can’t wait to hit you with outrageous baggage fees. Plus, you’re confined to only one or two pieces of luggage.
At Tiffin, we ensure you have the most storage possible in your coach. Whether you choose one of our Class As or our Class C Wayfarer, you won’t be disappointed by the impressive exterior storage compartments, ample interior handcrafted cabinetry, and additional basement storage provided.
When you feel drowsy on a long road trip, it’s easy to pull off and take a nap. On an airplane, you’ll be up against public drooling, snoring, neck stiffness, and the “I-nodded-off-head-bob.” Waking up to a stranger nudging you off their shoulder is enough to make any self-respecting person avoid planes altogether.
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Finding a place you trust to board your pet while you travel can be pricey. So, the optimal solution is to bring your furry friend along. Fido will be safe and sound with ample potty opportunities if he gets to ride shotgun with you in your motorhome.
Father and son enjoy a picnic outside of their Tiffin motorhome.
It takes a lot to keep kids clean, fed, and entertained when you travel. Toys, iPads, diapers, car seats, strollers, snacks, juice, bottles, a change of clothes…what did we forget? There’s bound to be something. A motorhome can hold all of those things and more. Flying with all of those items packed into a carry-on bag with children in tow is practically impossible.
One of the greatest things about traveling in an RV is that you get to choose the company you keep. Friends or family are familiar with you. They know that if you have your earbuds in or if you’re reading a book, you probably want to be left alone. But strangers in close quarters do not always respect those social cues. Sometimes, a chatty neighbor can make even a short flight feel very long.
Picture this: It’s 6 a.m. on a hot, muggy summer day, still dark outside. You’ve got a trip planned, and you need to hop to it. Those pajamas are feeling pretty cozy. Well, there’s no need to take them off yet if you’ve got a motorhome. You can decide to lounge around or drive your coach in PJs all day, and no one will notice, let alone judge you.
Unless you are five feet tall, there is simply not enough leg room to comfortably sit for over an hour in an airplane seat. You’ll have plenty of room to stretch or to get out and walk around if you’re driving or riding in a motorhome.
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, cooking with your convection microwave oven can seem daunting at first. But never fear! Follow our helpful tips, and you'll be an RV cooking master in no time.
