How can I ensure my next RV adventure is also a luxurious experience?

Before embarking on your next RV odyssey, give some thought as to how you could both upgrade your vehicle and your enjoyment of the adventure. Now you have the RV of your dreams, it's time to consider the interior and exterior enhancements that will ensure your comfort and guarantee your journey will be a luxurious one. 

Destination

Whatever your vehicle, it could never truly be a luxury experience without spectacular scenery. Your choice of camping spot is a crucial element in this regard. Whether visiting national parks, rainforests or driving along the coast, you need a perfect spot to pull up for the night.  Research potential camping sites thoroughly. This will help to avoid any disappointments in terms of facilities, access to nature and magnificent views. Download a camping app or join a chat group before you travel to get up-to-date information about sites in advance. Whether it’s a swimming pool or a river you want, a site with all the amenities, or a simple spot just off the beaten track, time spent in preparation for your trip will pay dividends.   

Space and Storage

Space is always at a premium in an RV, so thoughtful planning is needed to maximise space and minimise inconveniences. There are multiple options for smart storage in your RV. Vertical organiser bags, storage racks and collapsible camp cupboards are all excellent solutions if your vehicle doesn't have quite enough room for everything you and your fellow travellers wish to bring. You don’t want to arrive at that perfect site only to find you forgot your fishing rod or didn’t bring your favourite walking boots. A luxury RV trip will require all those extra items, so make sure you have adequate storage space.

Staying Connected

While some may jump at the chance of an RV adventure to go off grid and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of modern life, others wouldn’t dream of not being able to check their social media or respond to urgent business issues. Mobile WIFI options are available to keep you connected for work or entertainment as you meander around the highways and byways of the area you are exploring. Flat screen TVs and satellite dishes will ensure you don't miss your favourite shows, and the family can play video games or watch films during any less exciting parts of the journey. It’s always a good idea to bring a deck of cards or board games along as a bit of good old-fashioned entertainment.

Keeping Comfortable

Temperature is a prime consideration for your comfort in an RV. Fans and air conditioners can easily be fitted to keep you cool on those sweltering days and nights, while heaters are a must for more temperate climates. Clothing is a big part of temperature regulation, so think about stylish, loose-fitting options for higher temperatures and layering when the mercury drops.

Dining Experience

A major part of any luxury experience is cuisine and as any RV driver knows, food always tastes better in the fresh air! High-quality kitchen appliances are available for RVs as well as specially designed cooking and dining equipment. A rangehood will help to make sure you aren’t smelling what you cooked hours after your meal. Top of the range refrigerators and microwaves are also available to ensure you can enjoy all your favourite meals just as you would at home. However, for the true RV experience, a specialised BBQ is a must. BBQs and RVs are synonymous. Who could imagine having a luxury outdoor experience without smelling your favourite seafood or meat being cooked to perfection?  A range of BBQ styles and accessories are available, including drawbar mounted options, making your outdoor cooking hassle-free as well as delicious. Stop by local markets along your route and pick up some magnificent fresh produce. With the right equipment and the right location, your dining experiences can surpass anything the restaurant might have to offer.

Power Supply

All of this interior luxury needs powering. This can be done using the standard methods, from the engine/on-site facilities, or you can take the green option. The range of RV compatible solar panels on this site enables you to reduce the environmental impact of your travels and keep that country air fresh and clean for yourself and other travellers.

Keeping in touch with the great outdoors

Naturally, the real joy of the RV experience is to be outside, in nature. Time spent in the great outdoors should be just as luxurious as time spent inside the vehicle, if not more so. Your choice of outdoor furniture is a major consideration, and you will need to strike a balance between comfort and practicality. Foldaway furniture with a range of cushions and blankets is one option, especially if you're unsure of the ground you will be occupying. Bean bags and inflatable furniture are also excellent for comfortable seating. On more predictable surfaces, floor matting covered with blankets is a great option to give more space for play or relaxation. Eating outdoors with friends and family is one of life’s great pleasures so invest in a table with ample space for dining and entertaining.

No one can tell what the weather might do from one day to the next, especially at particular times of the year. It’s always worth checking the weather forecast when on holiday, but this is doubly true for an RV trip, where the weather can seriously affect how far you can drive and what you can do once you arrive at your, sometimes remote, destination. If it does take a turn for the worst, or you need some shade, it's crucial to have a well-designed and expertly fitted awning. The size of your vehicle will determine your options in this regard and various excellent awnings can be found on this site with a choice of styles, rafters and sunscreens. Awning walls can create a large tent-like area of extra space, providing shelter during more inclement weather and keeping any local wildlife at bay. For those wishing for a little more privacy or simply a cosy place to spend some downtime, privacy rooms can be added to the side of your vehicle, making your RV encampment both more spacious and more homely.  

Additional Storage 

You may want to venture away from your RV to explore, either on foot or on two wheels. Bike racks are a great option for people who really want to take a road less travelled and experience everything nature has to offer without vehicle noise. For people who are not so fit but still wish to explore, e-bikes are a great option and can also be accommodated. Choose between rear and roof mounts for a convenient way of bringing your preferred 2 wheeled option with you. Other fixtures are available to attach kayaks or other boating equipment for those who love the serenity of going with the flow and seeing the local flora and fauna from the water.

Living RV life to the full

Of course, it is being outside at night that can bring some of the most pleasurable moments of an RV experience. Who doesn’t enjoy an aperitif at sunset with the smell of the BBQ wafting under your nose, with all the promise of the evening to come? The countryside comes alive at night and with the right equipment, so can your encampment. Candles and lanterns are a great way to create a special atmosphere, and our range of Bluetooth audio devices lets you listen to music while enjoying your favourite tipple and chatting with friends and family. Subtle lighting will help create the desired atmosphere after sunset, with the added benefit of helping to avoid accidents when it’s a little harder to see. For those who enjoy the unique ambience that only a flickering fire can provide, treat yourself to a fire pit. Specially designed to protect the ground and other travellers, fire pits bring an added dimension to your evenings, as well as much appreciated warmth and toasted marshmallows on those cooler evenings. What could be better than finishing an excellent dinner and then having a glass of something cold sitting by the fire, listening to the crackle and watching the flames flicker up to the night sky?

The Sky Above

Another benefit of being away from those city lights is the lack of light pollution, perfect for the more astronomically minded out there. Download a stargazing app and then use your binoculars or a telescope to gaze upon the moon, planets, stars and galaxies from the comfort of your RV.  

Speak to us

It goes without saying that the real luxury on any holiday is the company. However, careful consideration of both interior and exterior enhancements can elevate your overall experience to a level of practicality and comfort that will make it unforgettable. Contact RV Parts Express to learn more about our full range of equipment, accessories and more and make your camping experience a truly luxurious one.