Maximize your weekends with mini-holidaysl

OTTAWA, ON, September 2, 2009 - With summer 2009 dwindling and its last official long weekend just around the corner, Go RVing Canada wants to remind Canadians that an RV trip is an excellent way to prolong the summer, especially for those on a budget. 

“Many of us associate the fall season with heading ‘back to school’ or work, but RVers know that the fall season is a great time for families to take advantage of the warm weather, long days and quieter campgrounds,” explains Alana Fontaine, Go RVing Canada spokesperson. 

RVing can turn any weekend into a low-budget getaway, while eliminating the costly expenses of train tickets, hotels and pricey restaurant bills.  Increased availability of campsites and decreased rental costs for vehicles make this season an ideal time for people to discover the freedom, fun and flexibility of the RV lifestyle and extend the summer. 

An independent study recently released by Go RVing Canada found typical family RV vacations to be on average 35 percent to 75 percent less expensive per day than the other types of vacations analyzed.  The study conducted by PKF Consulting summarized that “vacations using RVs are an advantageous choice for those travelers seeking to maximize the utility of their vacation budgets.” 

“The affordability of an RV holiday, combined with the flexibility to venture as close or as far as you like, on your own schedule, means that families can enjoy short getaways, making the summer season last longer,” emphasized Fontaine. 

To arrange an interview or for more information on the above-mentioned study, please contact Go RVing Canada at 1.866.470.3528. 

The Go RVing Canada coalition was formed in 1997, and consists of RV manufacturers, RV dealers and campground operators.  The coalition serves as the Canadian RV camping industry ambassador to provide the public and media with information about the benefits of RV travel.  The coalition also seeks to enhance consumer information and satisfaction with the RV experience.  For more information please visit www.GoRVing.ca.

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For more information, please contact:
Alana Fontaine
Go RVing Canada Public Relations
Media Hotline: 1.866.470.3528    Cell: 613.299.4017
Email: Alana@impactcanada.com