OKEMOS, Mich.-An estimated 30 million RVers today don't have to worry about losing their luggage at the airport, the stress of delayed flights or pricey dinner tabs. They experience comfortable and hassle-free vacations every time they travel-taking all the comforts and amenities of home with them. The RV lifestyle provides the freedom to go where you want, whenever you want.
Even with the high cost of gasoline, traveling by RV is more affordable than travel by personal car, airline or cruise ship. A study by PKF Consulting found that a family of four could spend 26 percent to 74 percent less when traveling by RV. An RV vacation remains the most economical trip you can take! The comfort and affordability are a few of the many things that make the RV lifestyle popular. The same study found that fuel prices would have to triple for RVing to become more expensive than other forms of travel.
All of the amenities of home are within the walls of your RV. There are over 1,000 campgrounds in Michigan, located near popular destinations, along major tourist routes and even in metropolitan areas. You can stop-without the high cost of hotels-to fish, barbeque, or spend time with your family. Many campgrounds are like resorts, with pools, playgrounds, game rooms and more.
There's never been a better time to purchase an RV. Today's low interest rates make RV ownership more affordable. And, since most RVs can be considered a second home, the interest on the loan is tax-deductible.
The Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is a statewide, non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging growth in the recreation vehicle and private campground industries while contributing to the quality of Michigan tourism. For more information, visit MARVAC's Web site, www.marvac.org. MARVAC, 2222 Association Drive, Okemos, Mich. 48864-5978; 517.349.8881.
For additional information, please visit our All About RVing section of this web site. Here you will find various articles spotlighting the people and places that makeup the RV and Camper lifestyle.
