Making Friends on the Road
Your RV is more than your ticket to adventure - it's a ticket to new friendships! When you hit the open road, you cross paths with many fascinating people. It's time to turn those strangers into friends.
We created the following guide to making friends on the road. If you need any RV maintenance before your next trip, visit Golden Gait Trailers & RVs. We proudly serve those in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Meeting People
When you travel in an RV, you get the chance of meeting a variety of exciting people. Some are from around the country. Others may even be from around the world! Use the following ideas to meet people (so that you can turn them into friends).
Hang Out Near Your RV
It may sound overly simple, but sometimes all you need is to sit outside your RV and let people come to you. All day long campers will be walking around the campsite. As they pass you, strike up a conversation. Or, better yet, invite them to join a meal or campfire!
Conversation Starters
Sure, you can stick with the cliche "hi, my name is - what's your name?" But that's a pretty boring way to start a friendship. Try offering the person something, such as a cup of coffee or a beer. Another strategy is to proudly wear a shirt that displays a hobby or tv show so that a fellow fan can comment on it. Or you can walk your adorable dog around and strike up a conversation with anyone who asks to pet him. These tricks help the conversation flow more easily and naturally, which facilitates a better connection.
Organized Groups
Search the internet and you'll find an abundance of groups organized around those who enjoy the RV life. These groups connect you to fellow travelers, organized events, and discounts at RV-related companies. Some are designed for RVers, such as Escapees. Then there are informal sub-groups made through sites like Meetup. These can be a great way to connect with people virtually so you can connect with them later in person.
Building Momentum
The first step is to initiate a conversation with someone. Your next step is to build momentum to turn that stranger into a friend. Focus on creating a memory with that person. Host dinner and invite them and their family. Go on a hike together. Roast marshmallows over a campfire. Swap itineraries and see if they want to join any of your tourist excursions. The more memories you can make, the faster you'll become friends.
Staying in Touch
Eventually, the time will come for you to part ways. You can't stay at the campsite forever after all. Coordinate a way for you two to stay in touch. Maybe you swap business cards. Maybe you exchange emails. Maybe you add them on social media. Find a strategy that works for you two. You may find yourselves crossing paths again someday!
Before you can head out on the road, you'll need a well-running RV. If you notice anything odd about how your RV drives, visit Golden Gait Trailers & RVs. Our parts replacement and service department can get your RV running like new. We also offer a range of new and used RVs for sale if you’re looking to buy. It's easy to find the perfect one for your lifestyle. We offer models in a range of price points so you can find one that meets all your needs that is still well within your price range. We proudly serve those in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro, North Carolina. Visit us today!