The motorhome is a vehicle of choice for traveling the roads and discovering the continent. Where can I find a motorhome once there? Do you have to book before? Here are the 6 expert tips to organize your road trip with complete peace of mind.
Pre-book your motorhome rental in advance
The departure date is more or less fixed, so it's time to go to a motorhome rental site in the USA. However, do not book at the end of June for the month of July! It is essential to take care of the motorhome rental very early, that is to say two or three months before your trip, at the very least. In fact, summer is a very busy period and you might find yourself without a vehicle available. In the event of an unforeseen event, you should know that the reservation can be canceled, generally 30 days before the date of departure.
Do I need a special driving license?
You will not have no need for a specific license to rent a motorhome in the United States. However, you must meet the following conditions:
- Hold the B license as well as the international license.
- Being older than 21.
When picking up the vehicle, you will be asked to provide the following supporting documents: driving license, international license, passport, credit card in your name, withdrawal authorization form in the event of an accident (deposit).
Which motorhome model to choose?
To have a great holiday, it is essential to choose the right motorhome. It is therefore necessary to determine your needs in terms of space and equipment. Do not hesitate to compare prices and beware of too tempting offers. Also consider insurance and mileage included in the rental contract. Also pay attention to the equipment and services offered with the vehicle (bedding kits, kitchen utensils, shuttle services for vehicle delivery, GPS, etc.).
Book your plane tickets
Once you've booked a motorhome, all you have to do is look at the flights and find the most suitable one. Indeed, if you have to collect your vehicle in New York, it would be a shame to arrive by plane in San Diego. The dates must therefore correspond, as must the places of landing and pick-up of the vehicle..
Drive along the California Highway in a motorhome
Confirm the reservation of the rental of the motorhome
If your flight dates match the rental dates, you can validate your reservation once and for all. Note, however, that it is not possible to land and take charge of the camper directly. Indeed, it is compulsory to spend at least one night on American soil before taking possession of the motorhome previously rented.
Build your routes and reserve your locations
In order not to get lost and find yourself without a pitch, it is essential to plan your route and reserve your pitches. Indeed, especially during school holidays, it would be unwise not to book. Many motorhomes have to turn around due to lack of space, especially in Natural Parks.
Plan your budget
To plan your budget well, you will have to take into account the price of plane tickets, the rental of the motorhome, meals, overnight stays, etc. without forgetting the gasoline costs. Indeed, you could be surprised if you do not think about it from the start. The cost of gasoline is therefore an element in its own right to consider when organizing your stay and your budget.
Know that the bigger the vehicle, the more it consumes. To plan a realistic budget, do not hesitate to contact the rental company to ask him how many liters per hundred the motorhome consumes. Also take into account the price of fuel in the United States to get the right amount of gasoline costs.
Beware of gasoline consumption with this type of vehicle!
Prepare your luggage properly
A successful road trip rhymes with not forgetting! Make a list of luggage to take without fail but also extremely practical little tools :
- gourds,
- a thread and pins to hang out the laundry because it is forbidden to do so on the pitch in the campsites,
- a GPS and a map,
- an adapted first aid kit,
- a tablecloth to eat on the common tables,
- containers,
- small-format hygiene products,
- electrical adapters,
- .
Sometimes just a trivial object can make your life much more comfortable.
Pick up your motorhome
Once you arrive at your destination and after your first night in the United States, you will be able to pick up your rental vehicle. Before leaving the depot, you will go around the motorhome to check its condition.
You are finally ready to enjoy your road trip to the United States with your family or friends. Remember to be vigilant and take regular breaks if you are alone driving the motorhome.
