An RV trip in the U.S

Thanks alot mark, I'm gonna read these articles,you helped me alot.

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Originally Posted by Lihay

In adittion, I thought all I need to do in my country as for insurance is getting a travellers' insurance,nothing more.

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When you are shopping for travel insurance, be sure to ask about cover on a rental vehicle, and in particular on an RV. You may find a policy which gives you the necessary insurance. It is then worth checking with the RV rental company to see which is acceptable to them. Compare the costs of rental and insurance as one grand total. (The same goes for credit card insurance.)

Lifey

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Originally Posted by AZBuck

There's a pretty good discussion of what credit cards do and do not cover when renting a vehicle, and the differences between cards, here. It's definitely worth a read. Then you should call the company whose credit card you plan to use and ask them specifically what the card in question covers.

AZBuck

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AZBuck I'll read it!

Lifey many thanks!

Keep in mind that some RV companies include insurances as part of the rental cost, well at least Cruise America do. You would need to check if you are satisfied with what you are covered for but this is from their site.

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Are there any coverages provided with the rental?

For your peace of mind while traveling, Cruise America rentals include coverage’s in three areas in excess of minimum automobile coverage’s against third-party required by law. The details are contained on the Rental Agreement. Below is an outline of the coverage’s
•Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI) provides you supplemental liability insurance up to $1,000,000 for USA rentals (Not valid in Mexico)..
•Responsibility of up to only $1000 for Vehicle Loss or Damage per occurrence provided you abide by the Terms and Conditions of the Rental Agreement, report promptly in case of accident of vehicle damage, and avoid prohibited vehicle use..
•Expense reimbursement plan up to $3,000 in the event of mechanical breakdown requiring service times..

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If you visit the CA site you can fill out a booking form that includes the options you need [like bedding and kitchen kits] and with xxx amount of miles cost included. [You get all the details without having to put in personal details or having to actually book.] If you have an estimated number of miles you think you might cover you can multiply anything above the daily allowance, or subtract fewer miles. The charge is currently 34cents per mile and they automatically charge for 100 miles per day for a local rental [returning to same depot] or 250 miles for a one way rental. Don't forget to click on the 'Hot deals' link for specials.

This is not an advert for CA and you should check all your options, but what it will give you is a quick and easy cost estimate from which to work off.

I would also like to mention that this will be a very expensive option over a period of 2 months, as well as the rental costs you have the campground fees and high fuel consumption to consider. Have you considered buying basic camping equipment when you arrive in the US and renting a car, even with a few nights in Motels to get a good bed and shower for the night it would be a lot cheaper.

Another alternative might be one of these from Escape campers. For a little 'alone' time and more space you could get a tent that you could take turns in 'as and when'.

Thanks Dave.

Well as a matter of fact,we also think about the experience having an RV, it's quite a dream of us.

Have a nice weekend!

RV'ing can be a great experience and a wonderful way to see some of natures best bits in the USA and I'm certainly not one try and talk you out of it, just making sure you have the facts and options to make the right choice. ;-)

As you can see here and here, I am a big fan of the RV lifestyle choice. You might even get a few ideas from those links to help with your planning in the west.

Hey,

I'm sure your intention is to help so many thanks,and yes,it seems rv lifestlye is a must-do at least once in a lifetime.

I'll check the links,we sure would love to get some ideas!