5 good reasons to rent a campervan for your USA road trip

If you're dreaming of a campervan USA road trip, there's no shortage of options. 

If you're hesitating between hotels or a van, here are five reasons to choose the latter!
 

#1. Freedom of movement

With a camper van, you can go where you want, when you want. Taking a USA road trip without a precise itinerary or schedule is the very definition of freedom, isn't it? 

It's often easier to find a campsite than a hotel room for the same day, especially if you're travelling with the family in the USA.  

However, travelling without a specific itinerary isn't a good idea in high season (June to September), as you run the risk of being faced with fully booked campgrounds and having to make do with a Walmart parking lot.  

Only a few campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis in high season. Otherwise, it's usually possible to find a campsite that fits in with your day's plan.  

One thing's for sure, whatever month you're travelling the American roads, you have the freedom to decide to stop for a picnic at a magnificent viewpoint, watch a sunset before getting back on the road, or take a nap after a strenuous hike. 

Travelling by van in the United States means enjoying the comforts of home with nature at your fingertips. 

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#2. A home away from home

As we all know, leaving home to travel means leaving comfort behind and having to budget for meals. 

Good news! Travelling in a van gives you the comforts of home and allows you to cook meals every day if you want to save money on your trip to the USA.  

No need to pack and unpack every time you change accommodation, which is quite practical, isn't it? You can also keep everything you need for your explorations close at hand.  

Choosing what you eat, planning healthy meals while on the road, out in nature and far from restaurants: with your own kitchen in your van, it's just like being at home, and you'll save money, too!

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#3. Practicality

A van also makes everyday life easier. Need to go to the toilet? Just pull over and that's it! So practical with children. 

Feeling hungry in the middle of nowhere? No problem, you've got supplies and a kitchen on hand.  

Need a well-deserved shower after an activity in the sun before hitting the road again? No problem!

Fancy an icy treat? Just open your freezer.  

Feel like taking a nap in the middle of the afternoon? That's possible too! 

And these are just a few examples of how renting a campervan in the USA makes life easier on the road. 

#4. Fully experience the great American outdoors

When you rent a camper van, you can get closer to nature and discover the national parks, mountains and forests of the USA, and even sleep there. 

Imagine waking up in the great American outdoors and having your coffee, alone in the world, amidst magnificent scenery..... It's a dream come true!

Travelling the USA by van means literally having a front row seat to nature. You'll see wildlife at some of your campsites, and will be able to build campfires where permitted.  

#5. The #VANLIFE experience

Vanlife is gaining in popularity. The idea of setting off on an adventure with your own little space is a great feeling of happiness and freedom.

Why not give this lifestyle a try? The USA lends itself so well to this kind of experience.

What's more, there's an entire community of vanlife enthusiasts out there. By opting for this type of vehicle, you stand a good chance of making friends with other van-lovers you meet on the road.

But be warned: you could become hooked!

So, are you convinced?

Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below!