Caymen said:
Even with gas prices as high as they are, towing or driving an RV is still cheaper than a hotel room.
I suspect that there are situations in which that may be the case.
However, I also assume that it isn't true in all cases.
Seems to me it all depends on:
- Typical miles driven per day
- Cost of the hotel/motel you would feel comfortable staying in
- Size and MPG rating of the RV, which of course is less if you additionally tow an econo box for local travel at night.
- The cost of an RV camp or similar for the night (yeah, I know you can always park at a WalMart but then one is kind of a dirtbag if they don't buy something there, and if you buy something there then you help China and if you help China then gas prices go up).
- Potential cost savings of eating more meals in the RV and less out
So, depending on which way you go (rv or small car and hotel) then these factors apply, or not and those that apply tip in favor of your choice, or not.
I've seen some monsterous motor homes that get 10mpg. An econo car can get 30mpg. Assuming 450 miles driven a day (a long day), the RV takes 45 gallons while the car would take 15. 30 gallons of fuel is the difference, and at $4/gallon that a $120 for hotel and food. Red Roof Inn, and others can all be had for that price, or less (to offset food). Some cities you will pay more to stay and eat, others less.
Again, it all depends.
Unfortunately in life, there are few absolutes.
TJR