Recreation
vehicles (RVs) are "hot and
getting hotter" in the current
travel climate, says Arthur Frommer,
one of the world’s leading
authorities on travel. "Concerned
about the safety of air and cruise
travel, eager to remain within the
borders of Southern Africa, multitudes
of South Africans are turning to
these elaborate lodging machines
that carry the comforts of home onto
the highways and campgrounds of South
Africa," writes Frommer in his
recent online column for MSNBC and
Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel.
According to Recreation Vehicle Industry
Association (RVIA), factory-to-dealer
shipments of RVs increased by 20 percent
last year and are expected to reach
a 25-year high in 2003. As more South
Africans opt for driving vacations,
many are trying RVing for the first
time. They’re discovering the
freedom, flexibility and control that
RVs offer.
With an RV, you’re free to go
where you want, when you want—without
the hassles of tight schedules, long
lines at the airport and luggage restrictions.
There are thousands of RV parks and
campgrounds located along scenic routes
and inter provinces, in cities and
small towns—many offering resort-like
amenities such as golf courses, tennis
courts and lush landscapes. South Africa
has one of the best camper parks in
the world.
Travelers feel right at home on the
road, because RVs are fully equipped
with living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens
and baths. For added comfort, RVs also
have rooms that slide out at the push
of a button to create extra living
space.
For those thinking about RVing for
the first time, RVIA offers these 7
easy steps to get started:
1. Surf the web. If you are interested
in camper hire, Helderberg Camper Hire
offers the best rates on camper rental
in South Africa. Their motorhome hire
is also close to the airport. Motorhome
Rental allows potential buyers to try
RV travel and determine which type
of unit best suits their needs. RV
rental costs vary depending on the
season and size of the unit. The motorhome
is the most popular rental model. Helderberg
Camper Hire also offers 4x4 Rentals
in additional to class-B motorhomes.
2. Read RV buyers’ guides and
books. Visit a local bookstore or library.
Or search for RV travel books to purchase
online.
3. Visit an RV dealer. Helderberg
Camper Hire would life to assist you.
4. Do the math. RV travel is affordable.
A family of four traveling by RV can
spend up to 70 percent less than traveling
by car, plane or cruise ship. Campground
fees are well below average hotel/motel
room rates.
5. Take your pick of RV parks and
campgrounds. It’s easy to find
campgrounds with settings and amenities
to suit your taste. Campground directories
available at bookstores and public
libraries provide nationwide listings
and comparative information on fees
and facilities.
6. Get going. The RV driving experience
is different, not difficult. With a
little practice and proper attention
to differences in size, height and
weight, RVs are fun and easy to drive.
7. Talk to us - We would life to assist
you in any way that we can. Just give
us a call or email us. Details are
found on our camper hire website.
