Go On These RV Trips Before Your Kids Turn 18
RV camping is a great approach to family vacations. You'll save money on hotels. It'll make the journey to the campsite more comfortable. You can feel at home wherever you go! But while the possibilities for destinations are endless, your time with your children is not. Eventually, they will become adults and leave the nest. How do you make the most of family vacations before this happens? Go on the following RV trips that every kid should experience before they turn 18. For all your RV needs, visit Broadmoor RV. We proudly serve those in the Tri-Cities, Yakima, Seattle, Spokane, and Walla Walla, Washington. We also serve those in Portland, Pendleton, and La Grande, Oregon.
Your Hometown
Odds are, there are plenty of exciting things to experience in your local area that you planned on seeing “later”... and later never happened. Now’s the time to do it! This trip can help your child reconnect with their hometown and possibly gain a new appreciation of it. This is especially valuable if your kids are set to leave home in the fall for college. It's easier to embark on new adventures if you feel grounded in your roots. It may seem silly to stay at an RV park or campsite so close to home, but it'll help everyone get in "vacation mode".
Theme Park
A theme park is a great way to pack plenty of memories into a short time. They also offer something for every family member. Young children will love seeing their favorite movie and TV characters brought to life at parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios. Older children and teens may love the adrenaline rushes waiting for them on different “you must be this tall to ride” attractions. Adults can enjoy seeing their kids’ faces light up and get their own adrenaline rushes on the rides. It's easy for everyone to have the time of their life! Most theme parks have RV parking located not that far away.
If you go to a larger theme park, such as Disney World, you’ll want to do some research about which rides and performances you want to experience. There's just too much that’s spread out to simply "wing it." Take advantages of tools such as guidebooks and apps. These will help you plan the ideal times to visit rides so you can minimize how long you have to wait.
Historical Tour
Bring history to life with a dedicated historical tour trip. Many places will do reenactments with talented storytellers or even have an immersive experience of a town from another era, such as an Old West town. Your kids can even watch a historical fiction movie or show in the RV on the drive there to add even more to the experience!
Urban Camping
If you don’t live in a major city hub, it’s time to go visit one. If you do live in a large city, it's time to visit a different one. Taking your RV to a big city allows you to enjoy the towering skyscrapers, the massive amount of people from all backgrounds, a variety of foods from other cultures, and more. See world-class artistic performances. Gaze at wonders from around the world at museums. There are so many rich experiences awaiting you in a big city! You’ll want to do a bit of research first to ensure you know the proper procedures for parking and navigating in a big city.
The Nation's Capital
Washington DC is a remarkable place boasting a rich heritage and the opportunity to witness history unfolding before your eyes (such as the ability to sit in on Supreme Court cases). Visiting this city will help kids get context for the things they've studied in school, from the towering monuments to the artifacts in the Smithsonian Institution. It can also help instill in kids the importance of being an engaged citizen.## Iconic American Landmarks
There is a reason these landmarks are so iconic: they are captivating and breathtaking! Visit man-made ones such as the Statue of Liberty and natural ones such as the Grand Canyon. It's easy to do an RV road trip and hit multiple sites in one vacation.
National Parks
An RV is well-suited to explore a national park. Just set up at the park's campsite and you can enjoy stunning views and possibly even see some wild animals! You can spend all day traversing the park, curl up at night in your RV, then start over the next day in a new part of the park. We recommend visiting Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier National Park, and North Cascades National Park. They are all national parks in Washington offering stunning views and amazing adventures!
We hope you found this guide helpful! For all your RV needs, visit Broadmoor RV. We proudly serve those in the Tri-Cities, Yakima, Seattle, Spokane, and Walla Walla, Washington. We also serve those in Portland, Pendleton, and La Grande, Oregon.