Explore rv travel
- Trip planningPlan an RV itinerary around realistic travel days, facilities and preparation, with separate guides for first trips and overseas touring.
- Places to stayUnderstand campsites, overnight stopovers and off-grid stays, including permission, access and the facilities you will need.
- On the roadIdentify the measurements, carrying limits and handling skills to check before taking a motorhome or towable RV on the road.
Start with the vehicle and the people
Begin with the actual vehicle dimensions, driving confidence and travelling group. Include towing combinations and fitted accessories where relevant. Access needs, pets or young children can change the stops and facilities that make the journey manageable.
Connect route and overnight plans
Overnight access, opening times and service points can determine a sensible route. Build water, waste, fuel and rest into the plan. Do not assume an apparently convenient car park permits overnight use or that every campsite provides every service.
Choose your travel guide
Start with Trip planning for the itinerary, Places to stay for permissions and facilities, or On the road for driving and towing preparation. If you are new to the vehicle, keep the first journey short enough to learn without pressure.
Keep a fallback plan
Have an alternative to a closed site or unsuitable road. Allow enough daylight and time to make a calm change of plan. Fatigue and deadline pressure are poor reasons to continue along an access route you cannot assess confidently.
Questions you might still have
Can I use an ordinary car route for an RV?
Not without checking vehicle-specific constraints and the final approach. Navigation suggestions do not guarantee suitable access.
Do I need to book every overnight stop?
It depends on the trip, but check realistic permitted options and a fallback. Busy periods or particular access needs may make reservations important.
What should I check before travelling abroad?
Check destination and transit requirements, documents, permissions, cover, crossings and equipment. Use current official guidance for each country.
Your next useful step
- Check actual dimensions and loaded suitability.
- Connect each driving leg with an appropriate overnight stop.
- Add service and rest stops.
- Keep an alternative for difficult arrivals.