RVs Make Family Vacations More Affordable; See for Yourself at the Port Huron Camper & RV Show

PORT HURON, Mich., Feb. 15, 2005 -- Imagine a family vacation without the hassles of long lines, time constraints, luggage restrictions, delayed flights and dining expenses. Having trouble imagining such a vacation? Then you are missing out on the freedom and flexibility recreation vehicles provide.

Vacationing in an RV is more affordable than travel by personal car, airline or cruise ship. A study by PKF Consulting found that a family of four can spend up to 70 percent less when traveling by RV. For a typical week-long vacation, the study showed that, depending on the type owned, going by RV cost an average of 65 to 80 percent less than a cruise; 50 to 66 percent less than a trip involving air travel, rental cars, restaurants and hotels; and 9 to 42 percent less than traveling in a personal car, staying in hotels and eating in restaurants.

No more uncomfortable hotel rooms and overpriced restaurants. Today's RVs come with fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms, central air and heat, queen-size beds, entertainment systems and more, allowing you to bring all the comforts of home when you travel. At the Port Huron Camper & RV Show, there's something for every taste and budget.

Consumers can find new, year 2005 RVs on display including folding campers, motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheel travel trailers. Display models range in price from $4,000 to more than $100,000. Booths will have parts and accessories, and free information about campgrounds.

The 20th Annual Port Huron Camper & RV Show will be held March 10-13, 2005, at McMorran Place and is open weekdays 2-9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The cost for adult admission (age 13 and up) is $5; children age 12 and under are admitted free! Seniors admitted for just $4 on Thursday, March 10 (no coupon necessary).

The show is sponsored by the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC), a member organization representing all aspects of the camping and RV industries.

Consumers can call 517.349.8881 or visit http://www.marvac.org/ for additional information on the RV show.