Archive for January 14th, 2011

RV Vacations are Least Expensive, Study Shows

// January 14th, 2011 // By: Phil // No Comments » // Features

RESTON, Va. — Despite fuel prices, typical RV trips remain the least expensive type of vacation, according to a recent study comparing vacation costs.

PKF Consulting, an international consulting firm with expertise in travel and tourism, found that “typical RV family vacations are on average 27 to 61 percent less expensive than other types of vacations studied.” Even factoring in RV ownership and fuel costs, the study reveals that RV family vacations tend to be significantly less expensive than other types of vacations.

“This study re-affirms what RVers have long known, that RV vacations deliver greater economic value compared to other types of vacations,” says Richard Coon, president of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA). “RV vacations continue to be the most affordable way for a family to travel because of the tremendous savings on air, hotel and restaurant costs. And these savings offset the cost of fuel.”
PKF analyzed major costs that would be incurred by a family of four taking eight different types of vacations for three, seven, 10 or 14 days to such popular travel destinations as the Grand Canyon, Cape Cod, and Napa, Calif. (more…)

New Portable Inverter/Generator from Dometic Provides Power on the Go

// January 14th, 2011 // By: Phil // No Comments » // Features

ELKHART, Ind. – The new LW3000 Plus portable digital inverter/gasoline generator from Dometic is the solution for a reliable power supply at home, work or on the road. This model is more lightweight and efficient than other models and can run up to 10 hours, depending on the load.

“Our new inverter/generator is 24 percent lighter than other models, and the Smart Throttle system automatically adjusts the engine to run at the right RPM required to power the load, so it’s more energy-efficient,” explained Brad Sargent, vice president of sales and marketing. “Plus you won’t disturb your family and neighbors because the air-cooled four-stroke engine is quieter.” (more…)