We just got back from a 5 week RV excursion and we rented cars during the voyage. There are pros and cons of course. Pros: 1) it was nice not to have something to pull/tow behind us, 2) greater maneuverability due to the shorter overall length, 3) We didn't have to clean the car after we unloaded our wood, 4) no additional mileage/wear n' tear on our own vehicle, 5) rented cars that were smaller and more economical than our Toyota Tundra. The cons: 1) having to locate a rental agency within a reasonable distance to the campgrounds, 2) the time required to pick up and drop off the vehicle, 3) the cost to rent a vehicle (this money could be applied to the cost of obtaining tow equipment for a toad), 4) inability to just "get in the car and go " shopping/sight-seeing, etc. Having your trike will definitely give you more flexibility and freedom. If the weather's nasty-rent the car - lol. Have a terrific journey!