Everybody loves trivia and fun facts on just about every subject one could think of. With that in mind, here are some interesting trivia tidbits to feed the brain before checking out an RV dealership in Des Moines IA.
* The phrase “RV” is actually a pretty recent verbal concoction. It didn’t even exist until the mid-1960s. Before this time, the vehicles now known as RVs were known as travel trailers of travel campers.
* Americans spend almost $260 million annually on camping and hiking clothes and shoes. This does not even include other supplies such as sleeping bags, canteens, and other related goods.
* The world record for most expensive RV is held by the Marchi Mobile’s eleMMent Palazzo. This 40 foot RV is essentially a mansion on wheels and provides all of the amenities of a 5-star luxury hotel. It truly must be seen to be believed.
* For every ten households in America that own a vehicle, one of them also owns an RV.
* Almost one full month is spent, on average, by the typical RV owner cruising along the nation’s highways, camping, or otherwise using the beloved RV they purchased from an RV dealership in Des Moines IA.
* The biggest surge in RV ownership came directly after World War 2 when Americans were flush with money and national pride.
* The number of Americans who go camping at least once during the year is a staggering 40 million.
* The most popular months in which to go camping are, in descending order, April, August, September, June, and July.
* A family of four can save up to 60 percent on the cost of their vacation simply by going in an RV. Not only are they fun but they are economical too!
* Nearly half of all the people who go camping in the United States choose to do so in a state park.
If interested in renting or owning an RV, or if you are looking for parts to repair something that may be broken on the one that is currently owned, contact Imperial RV Center. Decades of experience and a friendly staff are await the camping and RV enthusiast.