| First designed in the 1930s and 1940, enclosed | | | | options are less overwhelming, though you do still |
| teardrop trailers have recently seen an increase in | | | | have several choices in features, particularly if you |
| popularity, due mostly to there small size, sleek | | | | buy new. You can buy one with minimal features, or |
| design and ability to be towed by most vehicles. | | | | get one fully loaded. Some of the options include: air |
| Enclosed teardrop trailers are primarily geared toward | | | | conditioning, roof fan, TV/DVD, battery on-board, |
| camping and are a nice alternative to tents or cabins. | | | | aluminum vs. fiberglass siding, city water hook-up, sun |
| Because they travel anywhere, you are not limited to | | | | roof, and a double vs. queen size bed. |
| one location, as with a cabin. They also offer better | | | | The options you choose will depend on your intended |
| protection from the elements and more comfortable | | | | use for the trailer, as well as how much money you |
| sleeping arrangements than a tent. The main | | | | spend. Keep in mind, however, that the size of the |
| compartment of the trailer is a sleeping area with a | | | | trailer isn't really conducive to spending a great deal |
| double or queen bed and a small area for changing. | | | | of time inside - it is really meant more as a bed and |
| Some also have an additional compartment with a | | | | kitchen on wheels. So before you load up with every |
| chemical toilet. The back of the trailer opens up to a | | | | possible convenience feature, make sure you will |
| small kitchenette with stove, cooler and room for | | | | really get your money's worth out of each addition. |
| cooking and kitchen supplies. | | | | Another factor to consider when deciding whether or |
| Enclosed teardrop trailers can be found for anywhere | | | | not to purchase a teardrop trailer, is how many |
| from $1,500 to $16,000 new, or for as little as $100 | | | | people you plan to take camping. Teardrop trailers |
| used on ebay or craigslist. Because of their simple | | | | are a great option for an individual or couple, and |
| design, it has also become popular to build your own | | | | could possibly include room for a small child; however, |
| teardrop trailer. While you can locate individual parts | | | | if you plan to travel with a larger family or more than |
| and put it together yourself, an easier option may be | | | | two adults, you may want to consider other types |
| to order a kit, complete with assembly instructions. | | | | of RVs. |
| Unlike other, larger RVs, enclosed teardrop trailer | | | | |