thinking of a membership for disount camping
so the house is sold and we bought a new to us 2002 carriage cameo with which we are delighted. we are in a fabulous little campground near our former home and which we intend to be our summer base at...
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I'd simply suggest that you travel for a year or so before deciding on a campground membership. You'll have a better idea if such a membership will fit into your travel plans. In the meantime, a membership with Passport America can result in significant savings while you are in transit from one location to another. Each associated park has their own restrictions and the discounted camping fee may apply to certain days of the week, as well as the length of stay. The quality of the parks will range across the board with regards to appearance, amenities and service. Just remember, it's 1/2 price camping.
The Federal, America The Beautiful Senior pass is available at age 62. At $10, the "geezer" pass allows a discount of 50% at most Federal campgrounds. The C.O.E. parks are outstanding. When moving often, the daily rate at Fed/State/City&County parks are usually cheaper than commercial RV parks and offer much more natural ambiance and room, if not as many amenities. Government parks usually have a limited stay rule before having to move on.
Monthly rates at commercial RV parks will most often be the least expensive. However, to keep costs down, travel to the most popular areas during their shoulder season, ie. during the winter, monthly rates in South Florida are much more expensive than in Central and North Florida.
Generally, Internet and cable isn't offered in public campgrounds. Many commercial parks offer those services, but cable can be on a limited basis and the WiFi service can range from obtaining service near the office to being unacceptable due to being overloaded. A satellite service and an air card from private providers will ensure that you have reasonable service where you park. Just recognize that obstructions or distance from cell towers can affect service.
The Federal, America The Beautiful Senior pass is available at age 62. At $10, the "geezer" pass allows a discount of 50% at most Federal campgrounds. The C.O.E. parks are outstanding. When moving often, the daily rate at Fed/State/City&County parks are usually cheaper than commercial RV parks and offer much more natural ambiance and room, if not as many amenities. Government parks usually have a limited stay rule before having to move on.
Monthly rates at commercial RV parks will most often be the least expensive. However, to keep costs down, travel to the most popular areas during their shoulder season, ie. during the winter, monthly rates in South Florida are much more expensive than in Central and North Florida.
Generally, Internet and cable isn't offered in public campgrounds. Many commercial parks offer those services, but cable can be on a limited basis and the WiFi service can range from obtaining service near the office to being unacceptable due to being overloaded. A satellite service and an air card from private providers will ensure that you have reasonable service where you park. Just recognize that obstructions or distance from cell towers can affect service.
