It’s pretty common for people to want to go on their first out of town trip on board their new RV. Whether you purchased a brand new or a used RV, there’s no stopping you from going on your first trip. Like many people, you may have already been planning your trip before your RV arrived. And if this is the case, it is only understandable why you would want to board it and go. But before you can do this, there are some things you need to know so you can make your trip worthwhile.
When you have an RV ready for you to leave anytime you want, you have to think of it as a home. The good thing about traveling on an RV is that you get to take your home with you while you travel. You won’t have to worry about uncomfortable motels or overbooked hotels. When you travel with an RV, you get to be in control of how you travel and when you want to leave. Considering that it is your home on wheels, you need to be prepared for your journey.
Even if you’re fond of camping, you have to realize that stocking up your RV is not the same thing. While you may need to prepare a few items for camping, an RV calls for something else. At the same time, stocking up your RV is far different than stocking up at home. While there are things that are considered a necessity, there are just some items that would be good to have on your trip. However, you have to remember that your total vehicle weight plays an important factor on your fuel economy and towing capability.
To help you take care of the issue, it is good to know how to stock up on your RV before you go on your much-awaited trip. Here are some tips to consider:
Bedroom
RVs come with a real bed. But despite this, their mattresses do not conform to standard sizes. Even though these beds may be referred to as ‘queen’ or ‘full’, you have to know how to buy the right mattresses and sheets that will fit into your RV’s bed. The best advice is to pick up your sheets from a camping supply store so you won’t have any trouble with your comfort. Another thing you have to remember is to pick up a summer and winter set of bedding. You need to have two complete sets for each so that you can make your trip worthwhile. The good thing about these is that you can always store them until you need them. Most RVs are equipped with beds that have an under bed storage space. You can use this space to store your extra sheets.
Bathroom
When it comes to packing stuff for your bathroom, you have to be careful and bring only the things that you will need. Since this is a small area, you will have limited space to store your things. Typically, new RVs come complete with a sink, toilet, and shower. However, these usually do not have a lot of shelf space for toiletries. So before you bring things for your bathroom, you have to make sure they fit into the area. You can also use a mesh bag to store small items in your shower. Just remember to bring toilet paper that has been specially designed for use on RVs.
Kitchen
When it comes to stocking things for your kitchen, you have to be realistic with the needs of your family as well as the limitations of your RV. Since most RVs only have a small cabinet and counter space, you have to be able to prepare your meals easily. For this reason, you may opt to prepare your meals outdoors; even if you have a complete kitchen. To be aware of the things you will need for your kitchen, you should stock up with the basics such as:
- Frying pan
- Crock pot
- Can opener
- Coffee maker
- Cutting board
- Knives
- Coffee Cups
- Utensils
- Paper Plates
- Microwaveable Casserole Dish
To help you cook delicious meals in your RV, you should have a complete BBQ set with you. This is a great way you can cook meals easily. However, you will need to exclusively use your grill outdoors.
Food and Supplies
When you’re buying your grocery for your RV trip, you have to determine how you usually cook your meals. Are you the type who’s fond of cooking dishes from scratch? Or are you the type who purchases ready to cook meals? Determining these things will help you pick out the food items you need to stock up on when you go for a trip on your RV. At the same time, you have to determine how long you will be away from a nearby supermarket.
Determining the things you need for your RV trip beforehand can be a big help. By identifying these things, you’ll be able to prepare for your big trip easily!
Written by the staff at Quality RV, one of the leading camper dealers in Missouri. Quality RV serves the entire state of Missouri, from St. Louis to Kansas City, and enjoys sharing their travel experiences they take in their RV’s.
