Living full-time in a recreational vehicle sounds like a dream to some. An RV lets you live in a campground or an RV park with great amenities such as a swimming pool, dog park and clubhouse. When you want to see and explore the world, you can take off whenever you want. Though some like the idea of buying and living in a tiny home, an RV gives you more space and the freedom to move to a new address whenever you want. Before you make plans to move into an RV, you should check out the top 10 books about full-time RV living.
1. RV LIVING: Complete Motorhome Guide About Full-time RV Lifestyle – Exclusive 99 Tips And Hacks For Beginners In RVing And Boondocking
With 76 full pages of tips on living out of an RV, this book goes over everything you need to know before hitting the open road. Though some of the tips included are things you might already know, you’ll likely find some things you want to learn more about such as how to file taxes while on the road. It also includes links in the back to websites that the author thinks you’ll find interesting.
2. Survival – How to Live Full-Time in RV-Van-SUV or Car
Written by an author with the nickname of Homeless Harry, this book offers practical tips for those who want to live out of an RV or any type of vehicle. The author spent five years living out of a car and wants his readers to know that they can be comfortable while on the road. This book includes tips on how you can stay safe on the road and where you can find the amenities you need.
3. Dr. R.V. Shrink Book One: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About The RV Lifestyle But Were Afraid to Ask
If you want a basic good that includes loads of information in an easy to follow format, you should pick up this one. It includes 126 popularly asked questions with answers to each one. You can learn from an author who has more than five decades of experience in recreational vehicles. This is just the first book in an extensive set of titles on RV living.
4. RV Lifestyle BOX SET 3 IN 1: 100+ Helpful Tips – All You Need To Know About RV Living And RV Camping
This boxed set includes three books and more than 100 tips on living out of an RV and camping in that vehicle. The first book covers some of the things that you can do to make your RV more comfortable, but the other two books provide you with a camping guide and even more tips. This is a must have set for new RV enthusiasts.
5. Full-time RV Living: What I Wish I Had Known 7 Years Ago, Before I Hit the Road
If you wanted to do work on your home, you would consult with a contractor first. Before you head off in an RV, you should also get some expert help. This book includes tips picked up on the road by a man who spent seven years traveling the country in an RV. It features more than 190 pages on everything from setting up your RV to taking off on your first adventure.
6. Living the RV Life: Your Ultimate Guide to Life on the Road
This book is a good choice for beginners because it includes helpful information on choosing the right RV and buying that vehicle. If you already have a camper, you can use the book to learn about caring for the RV on the open road and taking care of your finances. It also includes routes and tips on planning routes and trips.
7. Be a Nomad Change Your Life: The Ultimate Guide to Living Full-Time in a Van or RV
The nomadic lifestyle lets you live by your own schedule and rules. Many people find it hard to transition to this type of life though, especially after leading a 9 to 5 life. This book helps you make the transition and shows you what you can expect to experience on the road. It also covers some of the reasons why you might want to like a nomad.
8. A Beginner’s Guide to Living in an RV: Everything I Wish I Knew Before Full-Time RVing Across America
Alyssa Padgett, the author behind this book, spent years traveling the United States with her husband before deciding to write a book about their experiences. Her book goes over things you might not think about, including how to connect to the Internet and what apps you should have on your phone. It also looks at which clubs you can join and how you can get health insurance.
9. Live Camp Work: How to Make Money While Living in an RV & Travel Full-Time
Unless you have unlimited funds at your disposal, you’ll probably want to make some money as you travel. This book offers helpful information on how you can work and still make the money that you need. It includes tips for both singles and couples traveling together and those with kids.
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10. RV LIVING: An Ultimate Beginner’s Guide To The Full-time RV Life
With more than 100 tips between its two covers, this book will teach beginners everything they need to know about living full-time in an RV. You can find out some of the ways you can make your camper as comfortable as possible and how you can make money on the road. It also includes safety tips for those new to the RV lifestyle.