Here in South Dakota, USA, parked at a Walmart, waiting for SWMBO to finish her shop, I read this thread with the following thought.
What cost can you place on stories, memories and scenic beauty?
Occasionally I review our travels and attempt to quantify them as a cost by making comparisons to Cruises, All in Holidays and General Excursions the general public can buy.
With no exaggeration the cost for us to see the cities, fjords, mountains, scenery, countries, cultures we have would be near
£1/2 million if not more, over 11 yrs.
Not withstanding the savings on Hotels, Motels, Campsites or general ferry savings by being able to turn up and wait for a cost effective option.
I have used the vehicle for touring trips, pleasure, work occassionally, and even as a spare bedroom extension to the house.
Overall the motorhome is a tool to use.
So use it.
ENJOY.
I should also say that I am no rich person, have managed to save over many many years and travel frugally.