Many people think of camping as a getaway from the daily grind of life and enjoying what some other region has to offer. Choosing between the fast convenience of tents that have the disadvantage of roughing it a bit and the more expensive yet more comfortable rental of an RV that can leave you limited to your vacation destinations can be a difficult one. Here's a quick look at the pros and cons of each to help you make your choice on camping accommodations.

Compare the cost of camping equipment and an RV rental to help you make your choice. Are you working on a budget and can't afford a big expense that really provides you with nothing in your hand at the end of the trip? Or are you treating yourself to a really nice vacation where you don't want to worry about anything and would prefer to stay one hundred percent comfortable at all times? There's more to deciding whether a tent or an RV is the choice for you - where you want to go camping factors largely into your decision-making. Most RVs are extremely big and can only be accommodated on specific campgrounds, whereas tents can be slipped into the woods just about anywhere and you'll really get into a natural setting. Campground facilities also play a part in your choice. Do you mind foregoing a shower for a day and are you comfortable with sharing public washrooms, or do you need to have the convenience of your personal washroom and hot showers on a regular basis? The first is more what you'll see in a tenting situation and the latter is easily accessible with an RV camper.

By using an RV, whether it is one you own or rent, has many advantages for those who enjoy the luxuries of their own home. After all, a good RV is essentially a nice home on wheels! RVs provide comfortable, full-size beds, running water, hot showers, cooking areas, and electricity for anything you need. The other nice thing about an RV is there is little set-up. Some have pop-out sections that you can expand when parked. The hardest part about setting up an RV is plugging it in to a power source, and anyone who has done this before knows how easy that is. The added convenience of an RV is exactly what some campers are looking for. On the other hand, some people like the feeling of sleeping in a tent and roughing it for a few days. The big disadvantage of an RV in my mind is that you are somewhat limited in where it can go and be plugged in.

It's up to you to decide if you're the kind of person that prefers all the creature comforts or that enjoys feeling as close to nature as possible. There's a style of camping for everyone and trying to force someone who likes space and conveniences into a tent won't work, the same way that taking someone who likes the outdoors and shuns modern life won't enjoy being contained in an RV. Think over what each option can offer you and try to determine what type of accommodations are best for you on your camping trip.