The Best-Rated Family RVs
People are naturally drawn to the great outdoors. From hiking to camping to swimming, people are becoming one with nature. However, many still want the comforts of home wherever they go. That’s where travel trailers and recreational vehicles (RVs) come into play. Travel trailers and RVs come in a variety of sizes and configurations, but the concept is a vehicle that is pulled rather than driven (like a motorhome or camper van) with all the luxuries of home sweet home.
Here are the best-rated family RVs for summer adventures:
1. Shasta Oasis 18BH Travel Trailer
The Shasta Oasis 18BH Travel Trailer is 22 1/2 feet long and weighs 5050 lbs. A rounded front sleek lines and Shasta Sanitize Station make this trailer unique. The sink is perfect for cleaning up after a long hike before going in. Inside the cabin, LED lights abound and offer a home-like feel. The kitchen has a sink, refrigerator, range top, and meal prep area. Across from the kitchen are a dinette and entertainment center. A queen bed ahead of the kitchen, single bunks, and the dinette bed conversion can all be used for sleeping. There is a full bath as well. This trailer retails at a price of $26,937 USD.
2. Jayco Jay Sport 12UD
The Jayco Jay Sport 12UD is a pop-up camper perfect for smaller groups. Folding out from around 15 feet to 21 feet, this trailer sleeps eight. A queen and full bed are on either end with fold-out beds in the dining area. Features include an outside cooking area and a kitchen inside with a two-burner range and sink. The trailer also includes two separate dining areas and storage throughout. The Jay Sport costs approximately $13,000 USD.
3. Forest River Salem 31KQBTS
The Forest River Salem 31KQBTS is 8573 lbs and 36′ 7″ in length. The luxurious cabin features a large seating area, a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, and sink/food prep area. The cabin sleeps 10, with beds and benches throughout and even a fireplace for the cold winter months. For all that it offers, this cabin costs only $36,000 USD.
4. Airstream Flying Cloud 23CB Bunk
At 23 ft. long and 4,761 lbs. the Airstream Flying Cloud 23CB Bunk packs a lot of capabilities into this travel trailer. There are several floor plans available and the luxurious cabin fits in well with the Airstream name. The cabin features “Quietstream Climate Control” that includes AC, a heat pump, and a furnace. High-end kitchen appliances like a Furrion three-burner gas stove, Baraldi cooking vent, and Delta faucet. There is storage space throughout the kitchen and the rest of the trailer. Handcrafted cabinets, memory foam mattresses, and other luxury touches make this Airstream feel just like home. The retail price for the Airstream Flying Cloud is $81,000 USD.
5. Keystone Passport 292BH Grand Touring
The Keystone Passport 292BH Grand Touring accommodates 10 people. At 32 feet long and 5,743 pounds, the Passport has plenty of space. Storage can be found both outside and inside. An outdoor cooking area and refrigerator make cooking in the great outdoors easy. Inside is a full kitchen, with a sink, stove/oven, and counter space. The dining area includes an entertainment system as well as comfortable seating for diners. Bedrooms are on either end of the trailer with a queen-size bed in the front and a four-bed bunk configuration rearward. The dining/living area benches can be converted to beds as well. A full bathroom is also in the main hallway. This trailer costs a very affordable $35,000 USD.