First Time Motorhome Hire
Motorhomes for hire come in all shapes, sizes and prices. The
trick is to find a motorhome to suit your requirements and
budget. Smaller vans are easier to handle, but larger vans offer
more comfort. If it's your first time, I suggest you go for the
largest van that you feel happy to drive, within your budget.
There are a few styles of motorhome to choose from.
A hightop is basically a van conversion with a specially made
high fixed roof. These come in various lengths, short, medium
and long. These sizes refer to the wheelbase, which is the
distance between the front and rear axle. Motohomes with a
medium wheelbase are popular hire choices as they are easier to
handle than the long wheelbase versions, whilst still offering a
good degree of comfort. Some companies also offer motorhome hire
with folding roofs. The above types of motorhomes are often
referred to as camper vans.
Coachbuilt motorhomes (C class) are generally a lot larger than
campers and are more like a house on wheels. Most will have all
the comforts of home and often a double bed. Many of the designs
have a bed area which sits over the top of the drivers cab.
These motorhomes can be expensive to run and hire.
Fuel costs are a definite consideration for many when deciding
to hire a motorhome. This problem has been taken on board by the
rental companies and manufacturers. Many motorhome hire
companies now offer vans with conversions to LPG. This should at
least half your fuel costs.
Don't overstretch your budget on the motorhome hire cost. Part
of the enjoyment of the motorhome is being able to visit and
enjoy new places. If you are a couple, a medium wheelbase
motorhome should provide you with a good overall comfort levels
and ease of use.
One thing I should mention is that insurance cover for motorhome
hire can be expensive and you should know up front exactly what
you are covered for. Take time to review the policy. Remember to
comply with most insurance policies you should carry out the
daily maintenance tasks on the motorhome as specified by your
rental agent.
You've booked the motorhome hire, now what.
Well it really depends on what type of holiday you are looking
for. If you are using the motorhome as a base to visit new
places then to get the most out of your hire, it's always a good
idea to plan your route in advance. This means that you will
know each day where you are going and don't waste any time
deciding where to go while on your holiday. Of course for some,
there will be no route and hiring a motorhome is all about the
open road with a new adventure each day.