1. Traveling by RV can save you lots of money over the cost of airplane tickets and hotel room rates.

2. You get to sleep in familiar surroundings, in your own bed, every night.

3. Kids can take along more activities to keep them occupied, and they'll be less likely to get bored and whiny during long trips.

4. Even during peak travel season, when nearly every motel and hotel is posting a “No Vacancy” sign, you will always have a place to sleep.

5. No more dealing with grimy service station restrooms — you've brought your own portable restroom with you.

6. Your pet can usually travel with you, saving money on boarding fees and eliminating heartache and anxiety for you and your pet.

7. By cooking in your own kitchen and on your own grill, you will save money you'd otherwise spend eating out.

8. You'll get closer to nature; most natural parks have camp grounds that let you enjoy the natural world up close and personal.

9. You can set your own schedule, and you won't be tied down by airline schedules or held up by time-consuming security requirements.

10. You meet some of the nicest people when traveling by RV.