Do you want to start traveling more as a couple or even take an extended honeymoon? If so, RV living full-time can be a great option! With the world at your fingertips and the GPS on your phone, you can take time to explore. Although close quarters can make you wonder how to survive living in an RV full time with your partner. We’ve got ten tips to set you up for success.
Why consider living in an RV Full time?
The idea of the open road and time spent with your sweetheart have convinced many to take some time RVing. Remote work positions are on the rise and camping has become a popular pastime. It’s no wonder so many people have started living in RVs full time! Here are ten tips for living in an RV long-term.
10 Tips for Living in an RV Full Time
1. Good communication is key for a fabulous RV honeymoon.
Living in a tight space with anyone can drive you a little crazy. Make sure that you learn to communicate well with your partner. After all, it’s not like you can get away to another room in most RVs.
Setting off as newlyweds in an campervan on an RV honeymoon creates a memorable experience.
2. Utilize the outdoors as much as you can.
RVs are known for being small, but the outdoors is limitless. Don’t be afraid to spend more time outdoors to keep you from feeling so cramped.
3. Don’t overpack or fill your RV with too much stuff.
We all tend to overpack, and in an RV, it will cost you your space. Stick to just the basics and slowly build up your stock of what you need. Even if you’re taking a van road trip, you’ll need campervan accessories to make the trip safe and successful.
4. Know where you will—and can—stay.
Not all campsites will accept RVs, so do your research ahead of time. Know what campsites can and can’t be accessible by RVs during the year.
5. Take things slowly when living in an RV full time.
RVing can make you feel like you constantly need to hit the road together and explore all the time. It’s okay to spend an extra day or two if you find a spot you like.
Set your honeymoon road trip and RV lifing up for success with good planning and frank conversations.
6. Split up the RV driving duties on your honeymoon.
Don’t make one person do all the driving on your road trip. This might sound like an excellent way to split responsibilities. However, driving, especially long distances, can get exhausting quickly.
7. Know your RV inside and out.
Being knowledgeable about your RV will help you both know what to do when something goes wrong. It will also maximize both your space and experience in your motor home.
8. Keep things organized on your RV honeymoon.
It’s one thing to have a messy home; it’s another to have a messy RV. Encourage each other to keep things organized. Therefore, put items back when not in use to maximize your living space.
Living in an RV full time or on a honeymoon allows you to see lots of sights in one road trip.
9. Go with the flow while you’re on the road.
RV living isn’t always about the destination. It’s about exploring and getting out into the world. Even if that means some unexpected stops or a few places you didn’t expect to like as much as you did. Take things one day or even a week at a time and see where your RV and each other take you.
10. Expect the unexpected while living in an RV full time.
Your RV will likely break down, or something will not work. Be prepared and know what to do and warning signs to look out for. The more you are prepared for the just-in-case scenarios, the better your RV living experience will be.
No matter how long you plan on staying in an RV, hopefully, this has given you some helpful insight into what you need to know before living in an RV.
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KerryI really want to hire an RV for a road trip with my boyfriend. I definitely worry about getting on each others nerves though so this is some really helpful tips. Although I Will probably still make him do all the driving. Haha
SaurabhTraveling/Living in a RV/Motorhome always fascinated me. Would like to try it once in my life. The only problem is I hate driving. Being a solo traveler I have to find someone to tag along haha.
StephanieOooh an RV honeymoon honestly sounds like so much fun! A great way to see more places together and also create some really quality time for just the two of you. What a good idea! I love your tips here. They’re so helpful!
TaylorMy family had an RV growing up and I have so many fun memories of our trips. I think it would be fun to travel/live in one, but maybe not at our current stage of life. It’s something we’ve talked about though.
VenusFirst, I like to say love the tips. Also, I always thought it would be so much fun traveling in a rv 🙂
Linda (LD Holland)We have cruised a lot and know we can live together in small places. But I am sure living in an RV adds its own challenges. The advantage of a driving vacation rather than cruising is the access to so much outdoor space. We try to take some time apart most days so we would want to stop in places with places to wander. We always split the driving on road trips to it would mean making sure we both could drive the RV well. A new skill to pick up!
HaI watched some videos about RV travel and totally love it. It’s a great way to visit more places and share quality time together. My boyfriend and I plan to rent one next year so your article is very useful. It’s a good idea not to overpack or fill your RV with too much stuff.
Ummi NadrahTraveling with my partner in an RV is a dream for me. My only concern is whether I can stand sharing a confined space with another person for an extended period of time, even if that person is my significant other. As an introvert, I usually need plenty of space and alone time. But thank you for the useful tips!
ParnashreeThese are such practical tips. I loved the tip where you said that explore the outdoor. I know that a few only opt to drive and sleep at night. It’s important to spend enough time together outdoor. Splitting driving time is also a superb tip. Loved reading this post.
ClariceI have always been curious about how to live on an RV. I mean my husband and I are considering this option thus, we super appreciate all these tips. Bookmarking your post for future reference.
AgnesRV full-time is my dream. Actually, I lived in an RV for 8 months traveling through the US and Canada, from Alaska to Florida. It was an amazing adventure. But Covid stopped it, and we had to back to Europe. We hope to do next this kind of journey after the pandemic. RV honeymoon is a great idea for couples. In a small space, it isn’t easy to pretend. You will get to know all the advantages and disadvantages of a partner. A trip like this can make a relationship stronger. But it can also lead to misunderstandings if there is no proper communication. This article contains precious tips that couples should use when dreaming about an RV honeymoon trip.
Subhashish RoyThis certainly looks a very different type of a honeymoon. The best part is that there is so much of privacy. And that’s what honeymoon is all about mostly.. Great idea of a RV trip.