RV Travel Tips | Xianshan Lake RV Experience Review: This is how cool people are playing
Preface
Traveling is a way of living that involves temporarily leaving home, to experience the beauty of distant places and to experience something different from your daily life.
There is a way of traveling that can take you to distant places to satisfy your pursuit of exploring the unknown, while also giving you the familiarity and warmth of home, and that is - [RV travel].
# Leaving life to travel, and living a new life in travel#
Van Life: Poetry and distant places arrive the moment you open the door. Wake up to the morning glow, dream beneath the stars, and embrace nature at every moment.
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(Picture from the Internet)
(Picture from the Internet)
No matter how the scenery outside the window changes, the car will always be your comfortable and cozy home.
Current Status of RV Travel
Nowadays, RV travel has become a very popular and widespread way of traveling abroad, especially in developed countries in Europe and the United States.
On the endless highways of the western United States, in the desert hinterland deep in the Australian interior, and on the beautiful lakeshore of Queenstown, New Zealand, RVs are not uncommon to local people, and the camping facilities to match them are also very developed.
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For most Chinese, this type of travel is still unfamiliar, and RVs are virtually unknown. This is due to national conditions, policies, and living standards. We're accustomed to staying in one fixed place for extended periods, living and studying, without even the time to pause and reflect on what life truly means and enjoy the joys it brings.
In 2020, a unique year, the pandemic has prevented us from traveling abroad, prompting a surge in interest in less-visited destinations within China. These less-visited activities are a prime example, with more and more young people flocking to experience the novelty of camping.
RVs, as a more niche way of traveling, also attract people to explore them.
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If you want to start your travel life in an RV, you must first understand the basic information about RVs.
RV Science Popularization
1. The form of RV
Mainly divided into:
① Non-powered trailer RV (Figure 1)
②Self-powered self-propelled RV (Figure 2)
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In China, the most common type of RV is the self-propelled C-type RV. Most of us first come into contact with RVs of this type.
2. Facilities in the RV
The accommodation facilities on the vehicle include: bedding, stove, lockers, dining table and chairs, refrigerator, air conditioner, induction cooker, TV, stereo, as well as toilet, shower and other facilities.
It can be divided into driving area, living area, bedroom area, sanitary area, kitchen area, etc.
3. RV driving requirements
You don’t need a special driver’s license to drive an RV. You can drive an RV with a domestic C-class driver’s license, even when you are abroad.
To rent an RV, you'll need to provide your original driver's license, ID card, and a credit card. A credit card authorization will be required before you pick up the RV. Upon arrival, a staff member will carefully and patiently explain how to use the various features of the RV. These instructions are generally straightforward and easy to follow.
Don’t feel bad if you don’t have a driver’s license. You can choose to hire a driver-guide service and experience a stress-free RV trip.
4. What can RV campsites do?
The use of RVs will be more convenient when combined with camp resources. You can use the public facilities in the camp, such as toilets, bathrooms, kitchens, and restaurants. Most camps are also equipped with play areas for entertainment.
The most important thing is that you can resupply the RV midway. Charging and adding water are essential operations. Compared with free camping in the wild, the campsite will be safer and more private.
(Water and electricity piles at the campsite)
First experience of RV-Xianshan Lake Campground
After understanding the basic information about RVs above, choosing a campsite and preparing supplies, you can start a dream RV trip.
This time we went to the [Xianshan Lake Scenic Area] in Huzhou, Zhejiang, which is a pristine wetland park and very suitable for leisure and entertainment.
We set up camp in the northern part of the scenic area, away from the crowds of regular tourists, in a private and peaceful area. In late autumn, the reeds by the lake are particularly lush, and we enjoy being gently surrounded by the beige world.
Campsite Information
Campsite name: Xianshan Lake Yijia Campsite
Campsite address: Xianshan Lake Scenic Area, Si'an Town, Changxing County, Huzhou City
Campsite facilities: parking lot, public toilets, shower room (please bring your own toiletries), hot water, restaurant, campfire, and you can also book breakfast and barbecue dinner for a fee
Camp fun
The Xianshan Lake Scenic Area is very large, and you can leisurely stroll through the different themed areas within the scenic area; if you want more participatory outdoor activities, you can rent bicycles, kayaks, paddle boards, etc.
We combined RVs with Glamping, which has become popular on the Internet this year, and the atmosphere fits perfectly.
You can bring the essential items in your life into the RV, enjoy an outdoor meal under the tent, and experience the fun of hands-on participation when setting up the tent.
RV Travel FAQs
1. What are the taboos when driving a motorhome?
For safety reasons, you must fasten your seat belt and sit in your seat while the RV is driving!!! You are not allowed to lie on the bed or walk around at will.
Large items such as refrigerators, TVs, and tables are secured during driving and will not swing or fall. However, small items or furnishings brought into the vehicle should be placed securely while driving, as these are more unstable.
2. How to clean a motorhome with a bathroom?
It's recommended to avoid using the in-car restroom as much as possible, as you'll need to dispose of your waste yourself. Public restrooms are often available at highway toll booths and gas stations, and you can also use the restrooms and bathrooms at the campground when you arrive at the campground at night.
3. How often does an RV need to be restocked?
This depends on the RV's water and electricity capacity and usage. If you shower in the RV, the water in the RV needs to be replenished once a day. Normal electricity can last for two days, and you can get it replenished at RV campgrounds that provide water and electricity stations. You can store more food appropriately and store it in the RV refrigerator.
4. When traveling by RV, is it necessary to stay in an RV campsite?
Free camping is also an option, but before setting up camp, make sure you don't disrupt the surrounding natural environment or the lives of local residents. RV travel doesn't require daily lodging in the RV; you can opt for a RV + hotel experience.
Conclusion
Maybe you initially want to experience RV travel because it is fresh and curious, but later you will fall in love with RV travel.
Free from the complex formalities, time, and location restrictions of hotels, the biggest advantage of RVs is their freedom. Especially when you are in an inland area with a vast land area, sparse population, and relatively incomplete supporting facilities, RVs are a great way to solve the accommodation problem.
You can even live directly in the scenery, with mountains, rivers, lakes and seas outside the window and the vast starry sky when you look up, allowing you to experience and feel nature to the greatest extent.
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