There is no single correct way to enjoy RV travel. Your best path may be renting occasionally, buying an RV, using a membership-based alternative or deciding that another kind of travel fits better.
Begin with five questions:
How many trips will you realistically take each year?
How many nights will you actually use an RV?
How comfortable are you with maintenance and unexpected repairs?
Where will the RV be stored?
How much flexibility do you want if your plans change?
Use the RV Rent vs Buy Calculator to connect those practical questions to estimated costs.