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4x4van
Mar 29, 2018Explorer III
I have 3 adult children (that's right, a family of 5 just like the OP, although my youngest is 24 instead of 18), 1 is married, the other 2 engaged. All work fulltime and support themselves. All of them (as well as their spouse/fiances, and my grandson) also camp with us often in our MH along with a tent or two. A 3 week family vacation sounds great.
Unfortunately, Chargnrse, I also think your plan is way too ambitious. You will end up spending a fortune on RV rental and fuel, spend all of your time driving, and be too tired and stressed to enjoy any of the sights or locations. That means you will also be cooped up in a small enclosed area for many, many hours every day during that drive time. You'll be at each other's throats by the end of day 7, trust me.
The idea of flying out west, then renting an RV for the area, and then flying back is much more doable, and will be much more enjoyable for all involved. Likely even be cheaper to boot.
Unfortunately, Chargnrse, I also think your plan is way too ambitious. You will end up spending a fortune on RV rental and fuel, spend all of your time driving, and be too tired and stressed to enjoy any of the sights or locations. That means you will also be cooped up in a small enclosed area for many, many hours every day during that drive time. You'll be at each other's throats by the end of day 7, trust me.
The idea of flying out west, then renting an RV for the area, and then flying back is much more doable, and will be much more enjoyable for all involved. Likely even be cheaper to boot.
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