Driver companion required (1 Viewer)

[MarilynMonroe]

Hi
I work full time as a care provider for Manchester City Council and provide accommodation for vulnerable adults in my own home.
I'm very interested in my first motor home experience. Been on my bucket list forever.
As I can't drive, I'm looking for a companion to accompany me and my two small dogs (chihuahuas) whether you be male or female, for a mini break of your choice. I've only recently joined and I'm looking to meet another motor home enthusiast. I will incur all costs.
I'm looking to purchase a second hand motor home. Any helpful hints, tips or suggestions will be greatly appreciated... I've wild camped on the beaches of Jura for a week and other Western Isles....as well as climbing helvellyn/striding edge, completing the three peaks in the Yorkshire Dales, and wild camping in the Carling Valley, Howell Fells, Sedbergh...plus much more...but enough to prove I'm no novice to roughing it! I'm looking for a foolhardy driving companion...is this too much to ask for?
After a disappointing and much misunderstood start to Motorhomefun.......I'm hoping to recalibrate... chow for now..... Marilyn

 

[Langtoftlad]

Is it possible in the longer term to get a driving licence?

 

[Figaro]

Interesting post, would you not be better to get your driving licence first before thinking about buying a motorhome ?
I think you are asking a lot to hitch a lift for yourself and dogs with a complete stranger and sleeping in a confined space with this stranger.
Are you planning to hire a vehicle for this trip or expecting your driver to provide this ?
I think you need to re-think your plans, get a driving license first then think about a motorhome, ask for advice on here and maybe get to know people.
Small steps, one at a time

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[EuroTrotters]

interesting post

 

[TheBig1]

there are loads of single ladies about with motorhomes and I am sure somebody will be happy for the company

 

[Vipar]

Where does it say she has no licence?

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[tonka]

Good luck with your quest.
I know there are members of my family I would be it like to share a motorhome with !! Let alone a stranger plus trusting their driving.
If you do find a companion maybe just hire a van rather than buy one outright.

 

[Two on Tour]

Where does it say she has no licence?

I think it has been logic attached to the statement "As I can't drive"

 

[funflair]

Where does it say she has no licence?

Says she can't drive so that would be the clue.

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[dabhand]

‘Bucket list’ Interesting, bucket is exactly what you’ll be expected to empty as part of your daily routine, not many secrets to be had in a Motorhome but good luck in your search, sounds like you have a sense of adventure, must be a Northern lass

 

[tofo]

Is this a windup?

Give the lady a break not long joined and possibly first question
it’s hard enough joining a forum

 

[Boris7]

Is it possible in the longer term to get a driving licence?

At the risk of sounding either agist or sexiest the lady can’t drive and although she could learn to drive she may we’ll be a very unsure about jumping behind the wheel of a MH, your right in the long term she could overcome both these hurdles.

But maybe she prefers the idea of a companion to share life on the road with, not my idea of a fun trip, but hey who am I to judge?

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[Langtoftlad]

possibly first question

nope, she's been on the motorhomes & dating sites don't mix thread
https://www.motorhomefun.co.uk/foru...home-and-dating-sites-dont-mix.171881/page-15
...and that didn't scare her off

 

[Carol]

Is this a windup?

No it's not the lady in has posted and been honest in her post, she wants to find out what motorhoming is all about, and as she can't yet drive seeing if there's a way around it. May be unconventional but if you don't ask you don't get.
I wish her luck.

 

[Grummyb]

I'd happily offer to take you away for a weekend Marilyn but I bloody hate chiwawas (glad no one picks up on the spelling on here) so if you can park them some where we might be cooking with gas

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[Mr Ed]

"If you don't ask you don't get"
Good luck with your quest and I hope you find the right person out there.

 

[Wellington]

I wish you the best of luck. I’m sure you’ve given a lot of thought to your personal safely, and I genuinely hope you find someone who can help you.

One does get a lot of this on forums, Marylin. Posters very often tell you that you don’t want to do what you asked how to do, without fully appreciating your reasons. Some times it’s helpful, if you didn’t have all the information, and it is mostly well intentioned. Welcome.

 

[MR BLO]

Good luck with your quest. I do hope that you stick with it at MHFun. Your alternative arrangements or requirements don’t compute with some peeps who may resort to jibes. I am sure with your vocation that you have dealt with worse. Can only apologise for some person’s ignorance.

Have you considered renting a van for a weekend with a friend (who can drive) as a toe dipping session?

I generally travel as a family unit but when alone I personally don’t think that I could entertain having a stranger on board. Not for my own personal safety or possessions. Rather my personal space, I get p1ssy when the kids leave clutter let alone anyone else, and there’s not a lot of chance of social distancing irrespective of a virus. I just like my own space even with family. Motor homes can be quite claustrophobic in the British summer, particularly the bathroom arrangement. I think that many on here will feel the same but I do hope that I am proved wrong.
So as much as I hope that you succeed with your quest for moho adventure, it is a no from me.

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[irnbru]

Stick with it Marilyn, although the biggest majority on here are dog lovers not everyone would want to share a motorhome with 2 little dogs.

I think you’ve had a lovely offer from Grummyb , perhaps a friend or dog kennels could look after the dogs for a few days.
Please do let us know how you get on.
PS: Your not too old to learn to drive, it will open up a whole new life for you.

 

[Figaro]

Can only apologise for some person’s ignorance.

Bit strong - can you identify where this "ignorance" is ?

 

[Scotch mist]

marilyn , I like you’re go ahead attitude & hope someone can help you , life is an adventure ,
@Grummyb‘s offer sounds good , they may be others who would take the dogs as well , for me & I'm sure many others my MoHo is my bedroom & en-suite so sharing it with strangers or even friends would be awkward at best , I’d love to see you getting & taking up an offer

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[Tombola]

Impressed with your walking and wilding skills.

I think this could be the start of somthing good for you and your travel partner if you find one , get a bit of time under your belt with a funster, then look at getting your licence maybe so you can join Rallys and meet other like mindec folk. (unless medical reasons).

 

[Debs]

Personally Mr Blo has summed it up for me, my van is my sanctuary I'm afraid. However, if you've like minded friends who can drive & you could club together to hire one it would be a really great experience, much easier than being in a confined space with a stranger. Believe me, it can be hard even with someone you love to bits!

Have you had a wander round any dealers & checked out vans to get an idea just how small the space can be?

I really hope you get something sorted, Gummyb has offered & I've had a nosey (sorry) at least he is a dog lover even if he's not keen on the ones you have.... (not even going to attempt to spell it! )

 

[buttons]

Hi
I work full time as a care provider for Manchester City Council and provide accommodation for vulnerable adults in my own home.
I'm very interested in my first motor home experience. Been on my bucket list forever.
As I can't drive, I'm looking for a companion to accompany me and my two small dogs (chihuahuas) whether you be male or female, for a mini break of your choice. I've only recently joined and I'm looking to meet another motor home enthusiast. I will incur all costs.
I'm looking to purchase a second hand motor home. Any helpful hints, tips or suggestions will be greatly appreciated... I've wild camped on the beaches of Jura for a week and other Western Isles....as well as climbing helvellyn/striding edge, completing the three peaks in the Yorkshire Dales, and wild camping in the Carling Valley, Howell Fells, Sedbergh...plus much more...but enough to prove I'm no novice to roughing it! I'm looking for a foolhardy driving companion...is this too much to ask for?
After a disappointing and much misunderstood start to Motorhomefun.......I'm hoping to recalibrate... chow for now..... Marilyn

Your experience as a care provider could be an attraction to some older members.

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[John Barrett]

My apologies, I meant no offence.
John

 

[AJM2]

Well done for reaching out to ask. You can obviously meet up and get to know anyone way before committing to travel with them and I’m sure you overcome many greater challenges in your daily life. Good luck and I hope you find a great travelling companion.

 

[mikebeaches]

I say good luck with your quest - hope you can get some suitable arrangement in place and follow your dream.

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[SpeedyDux]

there are loads of single ladies about with motorhomes and I am sure somebody will be happy for the company

Best suggestion so far!

 

[irnbru]

Another suggestion would be to take your tent , hop on a bus or train and join in at one of the motorhome rallies, I’m sure you will be welcome to look in some of them.

 

[Figaro]

Best suggestion so far!

Maybe, but general opinion so far seems to be people feel their motorhome is a personal space and to share it with a stranger and two dogs is a big ask.

MarilynMonroe I think some feedback from you would be useful.
Are you planning to learn to drive, I assume so hence the comments about buying a motorhome ?
I'm just struggling to understand your logic in this, you've done a lot of camping in the past, are you just looking for a little more home comforts ?
Would you be comfortable passing driving test and going straight to driving a large vehicle ?
I feel you maybe approaching this from the wrong direction and thinking you can just bunk up with a stranger is not going to be an easy route.
Anyway good luck and if you can give more info on your hopes and motives, you may receive further constructive help and advice.
We're generally a very lot on here and always willing to give assistance

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