RV Life at 65… Here's What No One Warned Me About

Welcome to Travels With Dottie! In this video, I open up about what it’s really like to start the RV lifestyle after age 62 - now 65. When I hit the road full-time, I thought I was prepared—but there were some big surprises waiting for me.

If you're retired or nearing retirement and dreaming about RV life, this is the video I wish someone had made for me. I’m sharing the things no one talks about—both the challenges and the unexpected rewards.

Make sure to watch until the end to hear the one realization that changed everything for me.

Key Points Covered:

What I didn’t expect physically, emotionally, or financially

Why RVing after 65 is different than doing it at 45

My honest advice for older adults considering this lifestyle

Don’t forget to explore the channel for more honest takes on RV living, retirement alternatives, and life on the road with Dottie!


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MY CHECKLIST

[x] Trailer electric line plugged in
[x] Electrical stowed
[x] Make sure heater is off wall
[x] Leveling blocks stowed
[x] Wheel chocks stowed
[x] Raise tongue
[x] Put down glass stove cover
[x] Drawers on desk
[x] Refrigerator locked
[x] Hitch lock engaged
[x] Stairs up
[x] Slide cleared
[x] Door locked
[x] Compartments locked
[x] Secure all loose items inside
[x] Stair rail in
[x] Game camera
[x] Starlink stowed
[x] Stabilizers up
[x] 360 walk around
[x] Are you being careful Rob?
[x] Damn Rob! Make sure!
[x] Did you go slow?
[x] Turn off furnace
[x] Connect backup camera
[x] Close windows
[x] Brake line
[x] Turn off water heater
[x] Turn off water pump
[x] All lights off inside trailer
[x] Slide in
[x] Bring in dog tether
[x] Bike stowed
[x] Awning in
[x] Propane fire pit and tank
[x] Safety chain
[x] Water hose stowed
[x] Cell antenna and pole
[x] Solar panels in
[x] Secure propane bottles
[x] Video cameras in X3
[x] Water pressure regulator stowed
[x] Remote temperature sensor
[x] Hitched
[x] Weight distribution system