The first thing you need to do is make up your mind about a boat or an RV. I have owned both. If you live on a lake (I did and had a dock for two boats) you will get more use out of a boat. If not, I would definitely go with the RV. If you decide on an RV you need to decide what type will fit your needs. They're not one size fits all. Most people start using tents and move to another form of camping when tenting gets old. I was about 53 when tenting got old but after buying our first trailer, a hybrid, we wished we had bought one earlier and taken more trips as a family rather than just going camping for a few days in the tents. Only you can decide what you want to do. We now have the trailer in the signature and do not plan to change. I can get up the steps now but would hate to have more steps inside so no 5er for me. Same with a motorhome, too many steps. My dad had many RV's from truck campers to Class A's so I had experience with RV's. I would suggest renting one (mostly Class C motorhomes available for rental around here) just to determine if you really want an RV at all. Good luck with your decision.