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Into the Outdoors

Giant Recreation World is here to serve all of Central Florida’s RVing needs to make sure that your next adventure is the best one yet. 

There’s never a wrong time to start enjoying the recreational-vehicle life, but there sure is no time like the present.

And with Giant Recreation World making room for 2024’s newest offerings and most in-demand options by bidding adieu to 2023’s inventory, now’s a great time to either take the plunge or find your new home away from home by investing in a pre-owned or brand-new RV.

“It’s gotta clear out!” says CEO Larry McNamara, adding that Giant Recreation World’s wealth of in-stock options translates to having something for everyone, from the family just introducing their children to the open road to the grandparents downsizing as the grandkids grow up. “The new models are coming in and people are going to want what’s new to show off to their friends.”

For those who aren’t quite ready to commit to owning and maintaining an RV, rentals are a great way to test-drive camping in the likes of a travel trailer, fifth-wheel, Class A or Class C motorhome. In fact, it can even be a niche experience that’s the perfect approach for some folks, as evidenced by Giant Recreation World’s robust rental division.

“It gives the customer the opportunity, before they jump into the lifestyle, to try it out and give it a go for, say, the weekend,” McNamara explains. “That rental trip is when you figure out things like how much stuff you need to bring. But most rental people do stay rental people: They know where they’re going, they love the unit they always use, we’ve always got it in stock for them. They do their yearly trips that they’re booking two, three years out ahead of time because that’s their family trip.”

Fostering an inclusive lifestyle that brings together all kinds of people is an open-arms effort Giant Recreation World has extended to generations of RVers since the family-owned and -operated business began serving Central Florida when McNamara’s father Don threw open its doors in 1976. Perks like its VIP Camping Club are proof of how ardently Giant Recreation World is committed to ensuring that all of its customers feel right at home and among friends no matter where their RV takes them.

“When you buy from us, you become part of that group—it’s a $50 annual fee, so there’s not really anybody who doesn’t sign up,” says McNamara. “It includes you in everything. We do two campouts a month, so you’re on that email chain. You’re part of the community. And I think that’s what really helps us, is that there’s inclusion to the lifestyle. You are also invited to the annual customer appreciation rally, where food, drinks and entertainment are provided for three days. Last year, it was held at Camp Margaritaville.”

Joining the Giant Recreation World family means being welcomed into a true community that takes care of its own, from friendly fellow RVers to a team that’s dedicated to above-and-beyond customer service. And the team that’s established Giant Recreation World’s reputation as Central Florida’s No. 1 RV dealer is here to help with everything from sales and routine repairs to seasonal maintenance and ongoing education.

That accessible assistance delivered by a warmly welcoming team goes even deeper, with McNamara being a lifelong RVer who keenly understands how to get the most from a life he both loves and has seen evolve by leaps and bounds. He’s so committed to sharing his wisdom that he hosts the RV Hour podcast every Sunday from 10-11 a.m. on Florida Man Radio 105.5 FM, which Head of Marketing Dwayne Adams describes as “RV tips and tricks.”

“That’s when Larry speaks to all his knowledge about the recreational vehicle world,” says Adams. “Every week we come up with a new topic, whether it’s places to visit and how to get there, or things you should know about your RV and how to maintain it.”

Guided by that authentic passion and lived-in experience helps Giant Recreation World identify exactly how to elevate the camping experience while anticipating customers’ needs. Repairing and maintaining the variety of RVs its customers purchase is one of the ways it acts as a one-stop shop, and so is the golf cart company it’s since added to its available services.

“Any time you go to an RV campsite, there’s always golf carts around,” McNamara points out. “They just go hand in hand. It just made sense as something we should be offering our customers. And it really sets us apart to have a service area for the golf carts as well as a larger showroom than most around here do. I think that’s a very large benefit.”

No matter what brings you to Giant Recreation World, the team is here to make sure you know you’re always welcome and part of the family.

“We’re not just getting people into an RV,” McNamara affirms. “We’re welcoming them to a lifestyle.”

 

 

Giant Recreation World
Winter Garden: (407) 573-1305
Ormond Beach: (386) 239-1110
Palm Bay: (321) 541-2205
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