SailorV Posted June 25, 2015 Report Share Posted June 25, 2015 Hello everyone, I've been sailing on Lake Ontario in Canada for 37 years. I'm recently retired and am planning on spending the cold Canadian winters in the gorgeous American southwest so I bought a "land yacht". I looked at hundreds of Mh's, TT's, 5th's and finally pulled the trigger on a 2016 Leisure Travel Libero. The decision of gas vs diesel wasn't an easy one but I had a choice to make and it was made! I've appreciated all the advice on this board and hope one day I can give back to this great community. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmac9 Posted June 25, 2015 Report Share Posted June 25, 2015 Congrats on the purchase and I, like you, benefitted greatly from advice and experiences of the great folks on this board. As a native Texan I welcome you to explore all the incredible sites our wonderful state has to offer...just be sure and head north before our summer sun starts to melt the plastic and fry eggs on the sidewalks!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandsys Posted June 25, 2015 Report Share Posted June 25, 2015 pulled the trigger on a 2016 Leisure Travel Libero. Looks very livable to me except for the oven being too high for me to safely remove hot foods from it. Since you are probably not as short as I am this may not be a problem for you. I hope you enjoy your land-based travels. Linda Sand Blog: http://sandcastle.sandsys.org/ Former Rigs: Liesure Travel van, Winnebago View 24H, Winnebago Journey 34Y, Sportsmobile Sprinter conversion van Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted June 26, 2015 Report Share Posted June 26, 2015 First, welcome Sailor! We are glad that you are joining in on the forums. It is good to hear that this forum has been helpful to you but it is even better than you are now going to take part! Looking at the Leisure Travel Van site, it looks like a nice rig and seems to be well constructed. While it might not be what I would have chosen, I see no reason why you should not be happy in it! That's one of the nice things about this lifestyle, there is something out there for everyone, you just have to find what works best for you. Drop in often and join in, sharing your experiences and add a subject or question any time. More participants makes for a better forum! Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorV Posted June 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2015 Thank you for the warm welcome. The most difficult part of making the jump from boating to rv'ing was the multitude of choices in a "mobile home". I found buying a sailboat a much easier experience than trying to figure out which "mobile home" I wanted to travel and live in. Reading the forums for hours at a time helped me greatly! A choice was finally made and I can't wait to start the next chapter of my life. I'm very excited and once again thanks to all who contribute to this community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathydavidb Posted June 26, 2015 Report Share Posted June 26, 2015 When you said you bought a land yacht, I thought you meant an Airstream Land Yacht. 2006 Coachmen Aurora 36ft. Class A motor home. 2009 Honda CRV toad. "Snowbirds" apprx. 6 mos. each year. Travelling to the SW each winter than returning to Wi. each summer. Retired and enjoying our travels along with Buddy the cat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorV Posted June 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2015 When you said you bought a land yacht, I thought you meant an Airstream Land Yacht. I just googled the Airstream, and it's beautiful. Ya never know, when we tire of traveling and want to stay in one place for a few months, well.....ya never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceNorman Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 I just scanned the Leisure Travel website ... those are nice looking rigs. They'd be a little small for my tastes ... however, if you're already used to the close quarters that most sailboats have (unless you're talking HUGE boats!) - I can easily see how the Leisure Travel offerings could fit your lifestyle quite nicely. That's the beauty of RVing specifically and camping in general .... it's definitely not a "one size fits all" proposition. While each of has to figure out what we like, what fits our needs and what we can afford - we can all enjoy the same views and each others' company as our paths cross while we're out there. Good luck with your new "boat" ! The Spacenorman 2012 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 43' DFT 2012 Jeep Liberty Our Travel Website: www.penquinhead.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorV Posted July 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2015 SpaceNorman, thanks for the post and nice words of encouragement. I've been sailing a 31 foot Catalina 310 for 13 years so the "land yacht" is actually a move up in size! I think for the next few years while we're touring our beautiful countries it should do us fine. When the time comes and we want to spend more time in one or two spots in warmer climes, well there's some beautiful Class A's out there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobi and Dick McKee Posted July 4, 2015 Report Share Posted July 4, 2015 Sailor, allow me to add to the welcome. We too were sailors for 35 years but on the west coast, and moved from our Catalina 470 to our 5th wheel. Although we both miss the open sea we have been having a ball traveling and seeing our country. Safe travels. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted July 4, 2015 Report Share Posted July 4, 2015 Welcome aboard! RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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