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European operator Roadsurfer has opened a camper rental location in Miami, offering compact vans for Florida trips including Disney's Fort Wilderness. Meanwhile, a Business Insider author completed a 10-day first-time campervan journey in a Mercedes Sprinter through the Pacific Northwest, spending about $1,000 on fuel.
Roadsurfer, which recently entered the US market, has opened a camper rental location in Miami. The European operator offers compact vans for trips across Florida, including stays at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.
In a separate story, a Business Insider author took their first-ever campervan trip—a 10-day journey in a Mercedes Sprinter through the US Pacific Northwest. Fuel costs totaled around $1,000, with a full tank costing roughly $200. Despite the lack of a shower and frequent refueling stops, the trip exceeded expectations, with the author praising the ease of driving and scenic campsite views.
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Roadsurfer, recently expanded into the US market, offers rental of compact camper vans for travel in Florida. The European operator has opened a picku...
Roadsurfer, recently expanded into the US market, offers rental of compact camper vans for travel in Florida. The European operator has opened a pickup location in Miami, allowing tourists to rent vans for trips to locations such as Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.
A first-time 10-day camper van trip in a Mercedes Sprinter through the Pacific Northwest incurred approximately $1000 in fuel costs, with a full tank ...
A first-time 10-day camper van trip in a Mercedes Sprinter through the Pacific Northwest incurred approximately $1000 in fuel costs, with a full tank refill around $200. Despite no onboard shower and frequent refueling, the experience exceeded expectations, highlighting easy driving and scenic RV park views.
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