The freedom to go where I want to once I have my "base camp" set up at a fraction of the cost of lodging. Having your "own bed", your own cooking facilities (this saves money), a beautiful view, the ability to have a nice campfire under a blanket of stars right outside your door, not having a check-out time (on most mornings) and coffee and breakfast in my PJ's (yessss lol!!). I like getting closer to nature too! We also have two dogs (our children) which was a big reason why we went with our TM. Lodging just doesn't offer the flexibility and freedom we desired. Also, once you have your TM stocked, it's a matter of just a few clothes and food items to be packed rather then a whole suitcase of a whole variety of items, plus extras (saves time). For us, it's easier, cheaper and affords us more freedom and relaxation... all with the luxuries of home, and like you said, brings you closer to nature. We feel really spoiled owning a TM and we've done it all... lodging, tent camping, etc...
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