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2gypsies1
Apr 18, 2016Explorer III
If you've owned an airplane..RVing is no comparison in cost. You can tent and still have a great time. RVs come in all sizes and all costs. There can be no value put on the fun and experiences you'll get. Just get one you can afford so you don't have to go into debt. A used one might be the way for you to go if you've never RVd. New ones take a big depreciation hit that first year.
Since you're retired you have the luxury to travel as much as you want and as far as you want. If you want to get to the west coast, you might consider taking 4-6 months for your trip. There's lots to see along the way. If you want to spend the winter in warmer climate, thousands do it. If you just want to take weekend trips (a busy time for retirees so instead, consider mid-week trips), then you can do that, too.
I hope you get something. You'll be surprised how much enjoyment you'll get out of it.
Since you're retired you have the luxury to travel as much as you want and as far as you want. If you want to get to the west coast, you might consider taking 4-6 months for your trip. There's lots to see along the way. If you want to spend the winter in warmer climate, thousands do it. If you just want to take weekend trips (a busy time for retirees so instead, consider mid-week trips), then you can do that, too.
I hope you get something. You'll be surprised how much enjoyment you'll get out of it.
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