What Type, Size Unit to Rent?
Generally speaking, the larger the unit, the more space, privacy and comfort it will afford its guests. Usually, the larger the unit, the more costly it will be to rent and operate. So, it's important to fit the unit to your needs and desires, especially the level of privacy when sleeping.
**Note to overseas guests: America is one of the few places in the world which hasn't adopted the Metric System, so be prepared to convert feet, miles, gallons, quarts, acres, etc., to metric units you can comprehend.
The Basic Types of Units Offered in North America:
Motorhome - Class "A"
A camping and travel vehicle, from 24 to 40 feet in length, built on a self-propelled vehicle chassis. Contains kitchen, sleeping, bathroom and dining facilities, accessible to driver's area. Living systems include electricity, heating, air conditioning, water and propane gas. Sleeps 2 to 8 people.
Living systems are self-contained, but when staying at camping grounds, most users hook up to electricity, water, sewer drain, and cable television.
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Motorhome - Class "B"
A regular van with a raised roof, from 17 to 21 feet in length. Can sleep from 2 to 4 people, customized to include side windows, carpeting, custom seats, a small kitchen and toilet facilities. Typically twice the fuel economy of the larger units.
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Motorhome - Class "C"
Scaled down version of Motorhome, from 20 to 31 feet in length, built on heavy duty van chassis, usually with large sleeping area above the cab. Living area accessible to driver's area. Sleeps 6 to 8, if you include children. Has almost identical features, space and privacy as larger units, but is more economical to operate and is easier to drive and park.
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Travel Trailers
Not practical for overseas guests, or Americans who fly to a pick-up point, since they require a heavy-duty vehicle to pull them. Towable units, 17 to 33 feet in length, have full living facilities, but it's illegal to use them while underway. Best when parked at a campground for extended periods, while you use the towing vehicle for local transportation and sightseeing. Check with your rental dealer to make sure your tow vehicle, hitch and wiring are adequate.
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Expandable Travel Trailers
Not practical for overseas guests, or Americans who fly to a pick-up point, since they require a heavy-duty vehicle to pull them. Towable units, 17 to 33 feet in length, have full living facilities, but it's illegal to use them while underway. Best when parked at a campground for extended periods, while you use the towing vehicle for local transportation and sightseeing. Ends pull out for roomy sleeping. Check with your rental dealer to make sure your tow vehicle, hitch and wiring are adequate.
Sport Utility Travel Trailers
Not practical for overseas guests, or Americans who fly to a pick-up point, since they require a heavy-duty vehicle to pull them. Towable units, 17 to 33 feet in length, have full living facilities, but it's illegal to use them while underway. Best when parked at a campground for extended periods, while you use the towing vehicle for local transportation and sightseeing. Built-in "garage" for hauling cycles, ATVs, and other sports equipment Check with your rental dealer to make sure your tow vehicle, hitch and wiring are adequate.
Folding Camping Trailer
A lightweight, towable unit with collapsible sides, about 10 feet in length when closed, and 17 to 24 feet when opened. When set up, they provide kitchen, dining and sleeping facilities for up to 8 people. Check with your rental dealer to make sure your tow vehicle, hitch and wiring are adequate. This unit is an option if you want to spend part of a motoring trip camping out, using toilet facilities provided at campgrounds. Usually light enough to be towed by the smallest vehicle.
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