As summer starts, now is the perfect time to plan a unique, memorable fall vacation RV rental. One fun autumn experience is to visit an apple cidery while vacationing in a luxury motorcoach with a private driver.
If you’ve never traveled in a luxury motorcoach, think of it as a plush “hotel suite on wheels” with all the comforts of home, including the convenience of an expansive kitchen, comfortable beds, multiple bathrooms, washer and dryer, a dishwasher, and plenty of storage space for your luggage.
Our LiTRV team will help you assess which fall vacation RV rental option is best for you, plan your itinerary, which might include staying a luxury RV resort, and we’ll arrange for a private driver so you and your family and friends can relax during the journey and not stress about who is the designated driver while tasting various hard ciders.
Why Schedule a Fall Vacation RV Rental to an Apple Cidery?
Apple cider is made of pressed fresh apples. Unfiltered and raw, it doesn’t contain added sugar, undergoes minimal processing, and is usually unpasteurized. It tends to be slightly darker than apple juice, opaque, and can sometimes have residue at the bottom. Many people like to drink apple cider because it contains polyphenols, which are compounds in plants that act as antioxidants. Some say these can help lower your risk of certain types of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
Cider is typically non-alcoholic, but hard cider contains an alcohol content like that of beer. Hard cider is made by fermenting the juice of apples or other pome fruits.
Throughout the country, there are thousands of varieties of apples grown, which produce cider that range in flavor from sweet and sparkling to crisp, dry, or sour. Here are five apple cideries to consider visiting while vacationing in a luxury motorcoach:
1. Finger Lakes Cider Trail, Upstate New York
One good reason to plan a trip to the Finger Lakes Region in upstate New York is that you can visit multiple cideries, tasting rooms and farms on the Finger Lakes Cider Trail. This unique collaboration between cideries and apple growers spans the Finger Lakes Region, with orchards and tasting rooms overlooking Keuka Lake to the west and clustered between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes to the east.
The Finger Lakes is home to the USDA Apple Germplasm in Geneva, one the largest collections of apples in the world. The collection includes over 6,079 samples ranging from early North American heirlooms to English and Spanish cider apples, wild apples from Central Asia, Turkey and even Bhutan. Apple varieties like Empire, Cortland, Jonagold, Spigold, Redfield and Macoun were developed at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, now named Cornell AgriTech, joining other famous New York apples like Northern Spy, Newtown Pippin and Esopus Spitzenburg.
One option for your trip may include a stay at Finger Lakes RV Resort in Hector, New York, which is about 10 minutes from Watkins Glen and 30 minutes from Ithaca. This peaceful resort is in the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail with two wineries and a diner adjacent to the property, and over 30 wineries, breweries, and distilleries within 10 miles. The resort’s spacious sites feature full hookups, a gravel patio, large yard, a picnic table and a fire ring. LiTRV can check availability, make reservations, and once you arrive at the resort, your private driver will help you get set up and then stay nearby so you and your family or friends can enjoy your privacy.
There are several popular apple cideries within 25 minutes of the resort. These include Bellwether Hard Cider, Black Diamond Farm and Cider, Finger Lakes Cider House, Blackduck Cidery, New York Cider Company, and Redbyrd Orchard Cider.
2. Island Orchard Cider, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin
Visit Island Orchard Cider’s taproom to taste award-winning ciders from the nearby Washington Island orchard. Back in 2005, Island Orchard Cider’s owners bought and started the process of planting the orchard with 200 dwarf apple trees – all cider-making cultivars. Today, their orchard features more than 3,000 cider fruit trees with 41 apple cultivars and 11 pear cultivars. In May 2023, Island Orchard Cider earned four Silver Medals at the Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition (GLINTCAP). GLINTCAP is the largest and most prestigious hard cider competition in the world, with all judging done by blind taste tests.
Due to a similar climate and soil, the apple varietals planted at Island Orchard Cider are like those found in Normandy, France. In the orchard, they harvest all the fruit by hand. The harvest begins in late September and runs through mid-November. Island Orchard Cider’s taproom in Ellison Bay offers the full range of ciders, including small batch draft releases of experimental ciders from their sister Pomona Cider Co. in Milwaukee. Enjoy the tasting room inside or relax on the dog-friendly outdoor patio or quieter picnic tables out back.
LiTRV can explore nearby RV resorts that can accommodate Class A luxury motorcoaches, including HTR Door County in Egg Harbor, which is about 30 minutes from Island Orchard Cider in Ellison Bay. Conveniently located on a fun-filled peninsula between Lake Michigan and Green Bay and close to five state parks, HTR Door county is adjacent to The Orchards of Egg Harbor Golf Course and local shops and restaurants. Amenities include a small private yard, fire pit, picnic table, concrete driveway, and patio. Premier executive sites are just a stroll to the resort’s heated outdoor pool, arcade, and dog park.
3. Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Waterbury Center, Vermont
A trip to the “Green Mountain State” to see the fall foliage might also include a stop at Cold Hollow Cider Mill in Waterbury Center, Vermont. Take a free, self-guided tour of the working cider mill, watch cider donuts being made daily on an old school donut machine, and take in the breathtaking views of the Worchester Mountain Range. The cider mill also offers a chance to watch fresh raw cider being pressed the authentic way on a rare, vintage rack-and-color press from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. Visit the café and tasting room to enjoy real Vermont McIntosh cider and other seasonal, dry hopped-based, fruit-enhanced, and traditional hard ciders.
Traveling through Vermont could include a stay at Apple Island RV Resort in South Hero, which is about an hour from Cold Hollow Cider Mill. Overlooking the beautiful Lake Champlain, this luxury resort includes professionally-designed, oversized, full hook-up sites, many of which overlook the lake in a tiered fashion to allow views for everyone. The refreshingly spacious RV sites are perfect for Class A motorcoaches. Each accommodation includes a picnic table, a fire ring, and complimentary WiFi. Guests also have the option of reserving a Platinum, Gold, or a Silver site for their luxury motorcoach.
4. 2 Towns Ciderhouse, Corvallis, Oregon
With 22 rotating taps plus more available by the bottle, including rare and Tap Room-only releases, 2 Towns Ciderhouse likes to tout being ground zero for all things cider. Friends from two nearby towns started the cider house in 2010, and it has grown to offer cider, mead, beer, hard seltzer, and snacks in a friendly atmosphere that includes board games, a dog-friendly patio and a 135” big screen for watching sports.
2 Towns Ciderhouse is about an hour drive inland from Oregon’s pristine coast. When planning your fall vacation RV rental, you might consider staying at the Pacific Shores Motorcoach Resort, a five-star resort that features luxurious lots, spectacular sunsets, a private beach, and whale watching.
The 22-acre, gated resort includes many high-end amenities, such as a spacious clubhouse with an indoor pool and spa, sauna, workout center and full laundry and shower facilities. The resort’s second pool and spa in an outdoor setting is located on the north side of the property, just steps away from forest walking trails and pickleball and basketball courts.
A short stroll down the resort’s private beach trail takes you to the Pacific Ocean where you’ll find stunning views of the Yaquina Bay lighthouse and photogenic rock formations.
5. Apiary, Carpinteria, California
Fall is a great time to visit seaside towns of California, including Carpinteria in southeastern Santa Barbara County. Old Town Carpinteria is the third most expensive neighborhood in the United States, perhaps because of its appeal to surfers and for being known as the “World’s Safest Beach,” a slogan the city adopted in 1912 and still uses today.
The town is also home to Apiary, which takes a unique approach to making fresh cider. The owners met at a small Maker’s Market event for local food and beverage creators in 2015. They launched their business in a small warehouse space so they could experiment, learn, and explore the possibilities of brewing healthier alcohol. Each day, they would ferment honey, apples, fruits, and botanicals in 15-gallon kegs and then open the bar every weekend to share their latest beverage discoveries with friends. Today, they are open every day, and their taproom features a rotating selection of cider and mead, made with local honey and organic apples grown in Santa Barbara County.
Sun Outdoors Santa Barbara RV Resort is a 40-minute drive from Apiary with scenic views of the ocean. Located in Goleta, California, this luxury RV Resort was formerly known as Ocean Mesa RV Resort. The resort is situated between the Pacific Ocean and Ynez Mountains, offering spectacular views and a stunning backdrop for activities and adventure. The pet-friendly resort offers a range of amenities and activities, including hiking, swimming, horseshoes, and movie nights on the market lawn.
Book Your Fall Vacation RV Rental
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You’ve probably seen luxury motorcoaches on the road, or perhaps a neighbor or colleague owns one. These Class A luxury motorcoach rentals are the most extravagant RVs on the market, ranging from 39 to 45 feet long. Some people refer to them as “land yachts” since they feature all the comforts of home including the convenience of an expansive kitchen, comfortable beds, multiple bathrooms, washer and dryer and even a dishwasher.
The good news is that you don’t have to buy a luxury motorcoach to enjoy memorable travel experiences on the road. You secure a luxury motorcoach rental for a memorable vacation or one-way travel, such as moving cross-country. You can even take your pets with you and hook up your car or recreational vehicles to the back of the motorcoach.
You might be thinking, “That sounds great, but I don’t know how to drive a large motorcoach, and I wouldn’t know what to do if a problem arose on the road.”
Let Us Do the Driving
Fortunately, when you rent a luxury motorcoach from LiTRV, you can have peace of mind knowing that you’re working with a full-service firm. We take care of all the details, and we can also arrange for a private driver so you can relax with your family and friends. Rather than being stuck driving hours on the road, you and your family and friends can take in the scenery and catch up with each other while sipping wine or beer. And when there’s an overnight stop, we arrange for our driver to stay nearby so you can enjoy your privacy.
LiTRV’s professional drivers are committed to our clients’ safety, comfort and convenience. They have decades of experience driving RVs and other large vehicles throughout the country. They are used to driving long hours, navigating twists and turns on mountain roads, and adjusting to diverse weather conditions.
Most importantly, LiTRV professional drivers are familiar with the mechanics of the luxury RV they are driving. Whether the Wi-Fi stops working, the bathroom light goes out, or the motorcoach has a mechanical issue along the way, LiTRV drivers have the knowledge and training to make repairs or find help nearby.
We’ll Help Plan Your Itinerary
When you choose LiTRV, the process of luxury motorcoach rental for a vacation is not that different from renting a room in a high-end resort. There are many options, and much depends on what type of vacation adventure you desire and your budget.
Consider us your personal concierge. We’ll help you assess which luxury motorcoach is the best fit for your family or friends and we’ll work closely with you to plan your itinerary. We can make reservations at luxury RV resorts as well as popular resorts and spas.
Do you want to visit a national park? We can make those reservations too, though we will need several months’ notice since they book up quickly. We can make dinner reservations, secure tickets to concerts and sports events, or help you plan a custom experience to celebrate a special occasion.
We Inspect Your Luxury Motorcoach Rental Before Your Trip
Is many ways, our business model is like Airbnb. We source the luxury motorcoaches from owners whom we work with. And in some cases, the owners contract us to keep up maintenance of their motorcoach.
We’re committed to making sure every luxury motorcoach is safe, clean, and that all amenities are working properly. Our LiTRV team inspects each coach prior to rental, and should a problem arise on the road during your journey, our professional drivers may be able to solve the problem, or we’ll arrange for mobile service or find another timely solution.
If you’re ready to treat yourself to a memorable vacation in a luxury motorcoach, plan on budgeting a minimum of $15,000 for one week. Our prices are all-inclusive, so when we provide an estimate, you won’t be surprised by hidden fees after you return from your trip.
Whether you are planning a vacation or interested in traveling one way in a luxury motorcoach, give us a call at 847-833-6768, email us info@litrv.com or click on the “Get a Quote” button at the bottom of our home page.
As temperatures begin to warm up, it’s a great time to plan your summer RV vacation rental, whether it’s with family or friends. Travel industry experts are predicting another busy summer of airline travel, especially in Europe. France will host the Summer Olympics in Paris and Taylor Swift is touring Europe.
Closer to home, domestic airline and rental car prices are rising. There’s a pretty good chance you’ll encounter large crowds and delays at the airport if you plan to fly and more traffic on the road.
This year, why not try a different type of summer adventure for your vacation? When you rent a luxury motorcoach through LiTRV, you’ll travel in a plush “hotel suite on wheels” and avoid many of the challenges with flying and driving. You will have all the comforts of home, including the convenience of an expansive kitchen, comfortable beds, multiple bathrooms, washer and dryer, a dishwasher, and plenty of storage space for your luggage.
Our LiTRV team will help you assess which luxury RV rental option is best for you, plan your itinerary, and we’ll arrange for a professional driver so you and your family and friends can relax during the journey. Once at your destination, our LiTRV driver stays nearby so you can enjoy your privacy in the motorcoach, but still have access to him or her should you need assistance.
Here are 5 summer vacation RV rental destinations worth exploring:
Motorcoach Resort Lake Erie Shores, Geneva, Ohio
Nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty, Motorcoach Resort Lake Erie Shores is a Class A luxury RV resort located in Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio. Lake Erie is the fourth-largest lake by surface area of the five Great Lakes in North America and the 11th largest globally. It is also the southernmost, shallowest, and smallest by volume of the Great Lakes.
The resort’s recreational offerings include a pool, pickleball court, fitness center, a cinema, fishing, electric bikes, cruiser bikes, golf cart rentals, motorized boats, a club house lounge, and shuttles to nearby wineries.
Venture outside the resort to explore the picturesque Geneva State Park, kayaking, paddleboarding, birding or fishing for trout or walleye. Spend some time in the Ashtabula Harbor District, where you’ll find historic buildings, local boutiques, and diverse eateries. Ashtabula County also boasts an impressive collection of 19 covered bridges, including the longest and shortest covered bridges in the United States.
FUN FACT: Lake Erie also has its own legendary lake monster — Bessie — which, some say is likely a huge sturgeon.
Wolf Creek Run Resort, Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Escape the summer heat into the cool mountains of southwest Colorado at Wolf Creek Run Motorcoach Resort, which is located along the beautiful San Juan River in Pagosa Springs. LiTRV’s co-owner, Mike Bloomquist, stayed at this luxury RV resort with his family, and he can attest to the breathtaking views, exceptional amenities, and diverse options for outdoor fun.
Choose to relax inside the resort property – 15 of their 27 Class-A lots are located directly along the river. Each beautifully landscaped, full-service site includes a 20’x50’ concrete pad, 8’x10’ mountain gazebo with an 8’x10’ covered porch.
Pagosa Springs is known for its hot springs. During the summer, you have the option of soaking in 30 different mineral-rich pools in one of three hot springs facilities: The Springs Resort, Healing Waters Resort and Overlook Hot Springs Spa. Other fun activities include hot air ballooning, kayaking, rafting, and tubing in the river. Or just spend a day exploring the reflective alpine lakes, misty waterfalls, and colorful wildflower fields.
FUN FACT: The spring beneath Pagosa Springs is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for “Deepest Geothermal Hot Spring.” Named in 2011, it had a maximum measured depth of 1,002 feet.
Gateway Luxury RV Resort, La Verkin, Utah
A new luxury motorcoach resort, Gateway Luxury RV Resort is located at the ‘gateway’ to Zion National Park, just 20 minutes from the southern entrance of the park. Located in southwestern Utah, Zion National Park is a national treasure, encompassing some of the most scenic canyon country in the United States. Within its 232 square miles are dramatic rock formations, steep red-rock cliffs, high plateaus, narrow sandstone canyons and the Virgin River and its tributaries.
Gateway’s resort offers 81 spacious, full hook-up RV sites and 16 luxury casitas. All of the RV sites have electrical hook-ups, sewer, water and are 30’ wide and feature a 16’ wide leveled concrete pad. The serene property includes a pool, hot tub, club house, pickleball, cornhole games, laundry facilities and a dog park. There’s plenty of outdoor fun, both in the park and its surrounding areas, including hiking, biking, rock climbing, off-roading, fishing, horseback riding, stargazing and helicopter tours.
FUN FACT: Zion National Park is home to more than 1,000 different species of plants.
Hilton Head Island Motorcoach Resort, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
If the beach is calling, consider a vacation at Hilton Head Island Motorcoach Resort in South Carolina. This beautiful luxury RV resort is set on 50 acres of fully landscaped property, about a mile from the beach, with biking paths, pickleball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, a resort pool, fully equipped gym, large clubhouse, laundry facilities and a large dog park.
There’s plenty to do on the island, or you might want to venture out to explore nearby towns. Consider taking the ferry from Harbour Town to Savannah, Georgia (it’s also less than an hour drive). This charming city features an Historic District where you’ll see central squares, beautiful parks and cobblestone streets. Or, let LiTRV’s professional driver take you on a two-hour drive to Charleston, South Carolina, where you can visit Charleston City Market, one of America’s oldest public markets, or stroll down Rainbow Road and view the incredibly vibrant colored buildings, which date back to the 1800s.
FUN FACT: Hilton Head Island has more than 100 miles of bicycle trails.
Polson Motorcoach Resort, Polson, Montana
Enjoy your summer RV vacation rental in “Big Sky Country,” where you’ll experience open expanses, large mountain ranges, and vast wildlife. Polson Motorcoach Resort is another LiTRV favorite, and it’s a great choice due to its proximity to Glacier National Park and the Mission Mountains.
Located in Polson, Montana, this luxury RV resort offers fully customized sites exclusively for Class A motorcoaches. Besides the majestic views, the property offers desirable amenities, including a deluxe fitness center, fenced dog run, and custom patio kitchens and seating areas that overlook the serene Flathead Lake.
Choose to relax inside the resort or explore activities in the surrounding area, including boating, fishing, hiking, golfing, rodeo, museums, theaters, and even cherry picking! Our LiTRV professional driver can also bring you to Glacier National Park, which is less than 2 hours from the resort. The stunning park features melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes – all running to the Canadian border.
FUN FACT: Created by Ice Age glaciers, Flathead Lake is the largest natural body of freshwater in the contiguous western United States…and one of the cleanest and clearest.
Start planning your summer adventure now. Call us at 847-833-6768 or fill out the form on our home page for a quote.
Millions of people are currently making plans to watch the rare Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. This event, which will last up to 4 minutes and 27 seconds, will see the 200-mile path of totality enter the United States in Texas from Mexico, traveling through Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. One way to experience this dramatic celestial event is by renting a Class A luxury motorcoach so you and your family or friends can travel comfortably to one of the destinations in the path of totality.
Our LiTRV team can assist you in assessing your rental options, planning your itinerary, and arranging for a professional driver so you can relax in the plush confines of your “hotel suite on wheels.” You will have all the comforts of home, including the convenience of an expansive kitchen, comfortable beds, multiple bathrooms, washer and dryer, and even a dishwasher.
What is a Total Solar Eclipse of the Sun?
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby obscuring the view of the Sun from a small part of the Earth, totally or partially. Unlike an Annular Solar Eclipse, which results in a “ring of fire” in the sky, a Total Solar Eclipse darkens the daytime sky. In places along the path of totality, observers will be able to view the sun’s corona – the outermost part of the Sun’s atmosphere. The corona is usually hidden by the bright light of the Sun’s surface. During a Total Solar Eclipse, nocturnal animals sometimes wake up confused, thinking night has arrived.
While more than 30 million people live in the path of totality, millions more are expected to travel to destinations in the path to experience this rare phenomenon. The last Total Solar Eclipse visible in the United States occurred in August 2017 – prior to that, it had been close to 100 years since the total eclipse passed over the entire continent. Those who miss the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 will need to wait until August 23, 2044, to experience this awe-inspiring cosmic event.
Use Your Luxury Motorcoach to the Best Viewing Vantage Points
There are plenty of options for viewing the Total Solar Eclipse. For example:
Texas
In Texas, the Total Solar Eclipse will enter, crossing over the Panhandle Plains and the Permian Basin, then making its way down to the Gulf Coast. In the Hill Country, observers will witness it as far north as Fredericksburg, as far south as Uvalde, to the west in Rocksprings, and New Braunfels in the east. Additionally, 31 state parks in Texas lie in the path of totality. Our LiTRV team can assist you in locating a nearby luxury RV resort so that you can be among the first to witness the full total eclipse around 1:40 p.m. local time.
Arkansas
In Arkansas, LiTRV co-owner Mike Bloomquist will travel to witness the event near the small town of Big Flat. “We are planning a family reunion to coincide with this rare event and have arranged to make our LiTRV base camp at a local craft brewery called Gravity Brew Works. I hope to use our 2023 Berkshire 45xlt with two bunks and two full bathrooms to allow for a great ‘host’ spot for us to set up camp,” he said. Mike and his family will be staying at White Oaks Cabins & RV, which is some 15 minutes from Big Flat in the secluded town of Fifty Six. The serene property features rivers, caverns, hiking trails and natural forests surrounded by waterfalls.
Other cities in the path of totality include Hot Springs, Little Rock and Jonesboro. There also are more than two dozen Arkansas state parks where you can gaze up to the sky and experience the full eclipse, which also runs through the eastern Ozarks in Missouri and Arkansas. The Ozarks is a region that is known for its rugged terrain, oak-hickory-pine forests and cedar glades, clear meandering rivers and streams, springs, caves and sinkholes. Enjoy lunch and then head outside to experience the full total eclipse around 1:50 p.m.
Vermont
In Vermont, totality can be experienced from Burlington along Lake Champlain. Montpelier, St. Johnsbury, Hardwick, Newport, St. Albans, Stowe, Waterbury, and Winooski are also in the path of totality. Ski areas in the northern region in the path include Jay Peak, Burke, Smuggler’s Notch, Stowe, Bolton Valley, and Sugarbush. While you are visiting, extend your stay and experience the beauty of this spectacular New England state.
Remember, it’s not safe to look directly at the sun without specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing. Regular sunglasses and homemade filters will not protect your eyes. You can explore your options to purchase “eclipse glasses” at camping stores, online or check out the American Astronomical Society for a list of reputable suppliers. LiTRV co-owner Mike Bloomquist also recommends GreatAmericanEclipse.com.
Start planning this exciting celestial adventure now. Call us at 847-833-6768 or fill out the form on our home page for a quote on your luxury motorcoach rental.
You and your family want a luxury motorcoach rental and take a memorable vacation for a few weeks. Whether you’re familiar with RVs, or this will be your first experience traveling in an RV, it’s important to know your choices when assessing your rental options.
The process of renting an RV for a vacation is not that different from renting a hotel room. There are many options, and much depends on what level of service you desire and your budget.
The Difference Between Motorcoach Rental Types
There are some companies, like Cruise America, which specialize in renting Class C motorcoaches. Most of these recreational vehicles are between 21 and 41 feet long and have a storage area or sleeping compartment over the driver’s cab. However, that’s not what makes them a Class C vehicle. Their defining feature is their “raw” van chassis. Manufacturers cut away at all the paneling behind the driver’s cabin, leaving only the supporting struts, wheel axles, and exhaust. They then construct the accommodation and living quarters on top of these. Large families choose this RV style because they are less expensive, and they provide enough space for their children. Class C recreational vehicles are usually easier to drive as well. To learn more visit our previous post outlining the difference between and standard RV and luxury RV rental.
There are other companies, like Outdoorsy, RVnGo, and RVShare, which are peer-to-peer marketplaces, much like Airbnb, with a wider variety of recreational vehicles and campervans. This firm connects you directly to the RV owner so you can ask questions about the vehicle and do a key exchange either through an arranged delivery or by picking it up at the owner’s property.
Renting a Luxury Class A Motorcoach
For the ultimate travel experience, consider renting a luxury Class A motorcoach from a full-service firm like LiTRV. Class A motorcoaches are the most extravagant RVs on the market, ranging from 39 to 45 feet long. Relax in the plush confines of your “hotel suite on wheels,” which features all the comforts of home including the convenience of an expansive kitchen, comfortable beds, multiple bathrooms, washer and dryer and even a dishwasher.
When you choose to rent a luxury motorcoach through a full-service rental company, you also have peace of mind knowing that the vehicle is safe, clean, and that all amenities are working properly. Our LiTRV team inspects each coach prior to rental, and should a problem arise on the road during your journey, our professional drivers may be able to solve the problem or we’ll arrange for mobile service or find another timely solution.
These are important things to consider. For example, if you rent directly from an owner in San Diego and two days into your trip, you’re at a campsite and your water valve doesn’t open, chances are likely that the owner won’t drive to meet you to assist you. Or, if you’re in the middle of the high desert and the engine stops running, you may be stuck. Some firms, like Outdoorsy, have roadside assistance so long as you purchase that insurance, but in that scenario, you would still have to find another similar RV near you.
Benefits of a Luxury RV Rental
Another benefit of hiring a full-service luxury motorcoach rental firm such as LiTRV is that you have access to a concierge service that will help you assess which type of luxury RV to rent depending on your needs. For example, an older couple with mobility issues will likely have different needs than a young family of four traveling with their dog. We’ll also help plan your itinerary, make reservations at luxury RV resorts or popular resorts and spas, and assist with other travel plans, such as making reservations at national parks, fine dining reservations, and more.
In addition, LiTRV can assist you with renting additional vehicles that can be towed behind the luxury motorcoach rental or we can tow your car, motorcycle, or other vehicles.
If you’re ready to treat yourself to a memorable vacation in a luxury motorcoach rental, plan on budgeting a minimum of $15,000 for one week.
If budget constraints limit your options, you may want to explore RV rental firms like Cruise America, Outdoorsy, RVnGo, and RVShare. These companies have solid reputations for the services they provide.
It all boils down to what type of travel adventure you are seeking, and what level of service is best suited for you.
As successful entrepreneurs, Shiloh and Kheila J. are used to problem-solving. As the owners of multiple companies with more than 200 employees, they are passionate about the work they do in the human services industry, and their days, evenings, and weekends are often full of work-related challenges that require immediate attention.
But when it came to solving the problem of taking a much-needed vacation with their two French Bulldogs, they were not sure what to do.
They knew what they didn’t want – taking their dogs on an airplane was out of the question.
They knew they needed strong internet service because they couldn’t completely unplug from work and Shiloh also wanted it for his gaming. After nearly two years without a vacation, they desperately needed some time for themselves, but they didn’t know where to start.
Customizing a Vacation to Fit Their Needs
Shiloh started researching options and found LiTRV through a Google search. He connected with LiTRV co-owner Jim Colletti, who helped the couple research options for the customized vacation they desired.
“Neither of us had ever set foot in an RV before, let alone a luxury motorcoach, and Jim completely guided us through the planning process,” Shiloh said. “He helped us dissect our options to create the best RV experience that fit our needs. We didn’t want to spend more than a day traveling to our destination and the luxury accommodations were important to us. Ultimately, we wanted to have the ability to tune out from the world and enjoy our time together.”
Jim recommended a trip from their home in Virginia to Hilton Head Island Motorcoach Resort on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina. The beautiful luxury RV resort is set on 50 acres of fully landscaped property, about a mile from the beach, with biking paths, pickleball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, a resort pool, fully equipped gym, large clubhouse, laundry facilities and most importantly, for Shiloh and Kheila, a large dog park.
LiTRV arranged for a professional driver to pick them up at their home, with their two Frenchies, and take them to the luxury RV resort in a Travel Supreme 45’ luxury Class A motorcoach. The beautiful motorcoach has four slides creating a very open floor plan with a king bedroom with walk-in closet and a single bath with double sinks. The main cabin includes a large seating area, dinette, a queen pull-out sofa and expansive kitchen with microwave, cooktop, residential refrigerator, and dishwasher. The motorcoach also has a stackable washer and dryer, plenty of closet space and a lot of under coach storage.
Relaxing at a Luxury RV Resort
When they arrived at the resort, their LiTRV driver set them up at a premium lakefront lot and made sure they had everything they needed before leaving them to enjoy their time together. He also checked to confirm that there were three ways of connecting to the internet. LiTRV provided a Wi-Fi hotspot on the motorcoach and went a step further to set up a Starlink satellite system. In addition, the resort also provided internet access for guests.
“It was really enjoyable,” Kheila said. “We had the best of both worlds – the people at the resort were amazing, as were the resort amenities. We were able to get some good walks in, take the dogs to the dog park, and relax while still having the ability to stay connected to work.”
The couple ordered from Uber Eats but also made use of their own kitchen on the motorcoach.
“Our dogs are on a strict diet, and we needed the ability to cook them chicken, sweet potatoes and rice,” Kheila said.
Kheila is the Executive Director of the couple’s nonprofit, Atlantic Outreach Group, which strives to empower vulnerable communities by connecting them to resources necessary for their success. She is also a talented abstract painter, (artbykheila.com), and the vacation gave her a chance to recharge her creative energy.
“I aim to create expressions of emotion through various mediums, mainly acrylics,” she said. “I love using textured bright and bold colors as a way of connecting with people.”
Passionate about giving back to the community, Kheila donates the proceeds from every painting to various nonprofit programs in the area.
Overall, Shiloh and Kheila had a positive experience during their first time vacationing in a luxury RV…so much so, they will consider doing it again.
“We came home relaxed and recharged,” Shiloh said, adding that it made a difference to have LiTRV’s customized support. “We didn’t know anything about luxury RV resorts or traveling in a luxury motorcoach, and it really made a difference to have an experienced person guide us,” he said.
Whether you’re new to traveling in a luxury motorcoach, you’re seeking an alternative to air travel, or you are familiar with the many benefits of luxury RV travel and you’re ready for your next travel adventure, our LiTRV team is ready to help you explore your travel options.
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