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Weekend trip camping in Nanjing by RV

Maxus RV80 from RV2GO is ready. Now some sleep and prepare for early morning trip
Maxus RV rental is ready, now some sleep and prepare for early morning trip
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This is the second time we will be heading out in a rental RV. The goal is to camp in Nanjing at the Tangshan RV Camp.

I found an RV2GO rental close to Shanghai Disney World. New RVs are in line waiting for an adventure with the renters. Many stationary campers with terraces and BBQ spots can be rented for the long term or overnight. The site looks well-equipped and family-friendly.
Anyway, after we settled down the renting issues, we took a pop-up adventure to Disney town by local bus, and after 10 minutes, we enjoyed the scenery of every-night fireworks with hot coffee.

The Maxus RV60 performed OK with a 2L T Diesel engine. The only thing was the automatic gear that changed the gears poorly on manual gears. It’s like a jumping jackrabbit.

Close-up of a colorful decal on the side of a Maxus RV promoting nationwide RV rentals by RV2GO. The design features a cheerful cartoon deer with a rainbow and mountain backdrop, accompanied by a QR code for easy access to rental information. The text encourages travelers to \'take your family on a beautiful journey,\' highlighting the convenience and fun of RV travel in China
RV2GO.com, Maxus is a nationwide rental/sales organization in China
\"Side view of a Maxus RV80 rental vehicle parked in China, showcasing its sleek, compact design with detailed branding on the side promoting road trips. The RV features a spacious driver\'s cabin and modern amenities, ideal for foreigners driving through China\'s scenic routes. Bright yellow shipping containers and other parked vehicles can be seen in the background, emphasizing the RV\'s travel-friendly versatility.\"
RV rented in China. Maxus RV80: this was the second time we rented an RV in China. The RV was ok but slightly small inside for four persons + a dog. It had all the necessities for the trip, and the quality was reasonable.
Interior view of the driver\'s cabin of a Maxus RV80 in China, featuring a sleek steering wheel with the Maxus logo, a central dashboard equipped with a touchscreen interface compatible with Apple CarPlay, and beige leather seats for added comfort. The dashboard includes neatly arranged controls and a navigation system, highlighting the RV\'s modern design and technology suitable for long road trips in China
Chinese Maxus RV with Apple Car Play

This is a short video from the rental of the Maxus RV80. I can’t translate as the labour would be overwhelming.

We will rate the campsites and sightseeing spots we experience on our trips. These are purely our ratings; someone else might rate them differently.

Vehicles tightly packed in multiple lanes during a typical Shanghai traffic jam under a bright blue sky. A red truck and several white cars are prominent in the congestion, while an overpass with railings and visible signs looms above. The scene captures the frustrating experience of trying to navigate and get out of the city\'s dense traffic
Weekend trip to Nanjing by RV | Rush hour Shanghai

On the road getting out of Shanghai traffic jams

One of my favorite travel music is Nightwish. Nightwish is a Finnish symphonic metal band from Kitee, Finland. Heavy music in this traffic always helps to lower my stress level, and I’m a fan of Finnish metal music. Check out Nightwish and enjoy the music. Recommendations go for “Ghost Love Score,” “Shoemaker,” “Poet and the Pendulum,” and “The Greatest Show on Earth,” which are some great ones.

Some Service stations that we visited on the way to camping in Nanjing

Why do I take this up? Typically, gasoline/service stations have different standards here. This came up clearly during our trip to Inner Mongolia, and the service stations below are pure luxury.

In the north, the service stations are mostly used for filling fuel and selling essential snacks. Most of them lack standard service equipment, such as a compressor for filling tires.

Some example pictures below of our Inner-Mongolia trip in 2021

Large pompous building with beige walls and red decorative accents labeled as a service station, situated under a bright blue sky with white clouds. The structure is surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes, white fences, and a spacious parking area. A stop along the road trip from Shanghai to Inner Mongolia, hinting at grandeur but potentially lacking substance inside, resembling an empty restaurant with elaborate design
From our Inner Mongolia Road trip. Huge gasoline station with an even bigger restaurant area. Unfortunately, you could only get basics, chips, and drinks here
An empty and spacious restaurant with simple wooden tables and chairs arranged across the glossy tiled floor. Bright windows bring in natural light, and colorful posters adorn the white walls. The scene captures a quiet stop during a road trip from Shanghai to Inner Mongolia, emphasizing the tranquility and minimal activity
Inner Mongolia empty restaurant. As you can see the service station is filled with emptiness

Checking out three service stations on the way for camping in Nanjing

On our way to Nanjing, these three service stations are famous in China for the available service and look. All services were available for body and car. These stations are also recommended for a boondocking stay as security is 24/7 and services are available

The first stop is the Yangcheng Lake Service Center

A white Yutong RV parked in a service station lot in China, surrounded by other vehicles, with visible signs for Dairy Queen and a nearby cafe. A person stands in the foreground shielding their eyes from the sun, depicting a moment from an RV road trip in China
Weekend trip to Nanjing by RV | Seeing RV on the road is not so common

How about needing a QR code or facial recognition for toilet paper

A wall-mounted yellow and white dispenser in a public restroom in China, equipped with a QR code and facial recognition system for dispensing toilet paper. A nearby poster provides instructions in Chinese, illustrating modern technology integration in everyday amenities in China
QR code needed to be scanned for toilet paper, China
A modern wall-mounted dispenser in a public restroom in China with a blue and white design, featuring a QR code system for obtaining toilet paper. The text in Chinese suggests a simple scan-and-receive process, highlighting innovative and efficient restroom amenities in China
How about facial recognition for toilet paper, China

Facial scan for toilet paper?

China is very advanced in mobile phone technology. Even in toilets, you need to scan for QR codes with, for example, Alipay to get some paper. Is this good? They will collect the data when you need to wipe your butt. Many apps in China will ask for permission for contact, location, and so on. A similar to European GDPR (Chinese PIPL) is slowly coming, and let’s see how that will affect the data collection. Nothing is free. Even if you don’t pay for it with money, you pay in other ways.

Yangcheng Lake Service Center

The Yangcheng Lake Service Center is not a traditional gasoline station. It is famous for its inner design and variable service and facilities.
In addition to the essential gasoline, the station functions more like a medium-sized shopping mall, a Zen garden for resting and relaxation, a food street with various choices, and a gaming VR zone for kids. The inner design and decoration are like a mini Venice with water canals.


The Second stop is MeiCun Service Center, a boondocking.

We also stayed overnight in the parking lot, but remember to keep a distance from the trucks. They made constant noise by coming and leaving.

Night view of a brightly lit service station on the way to Nanjing, featuring the glowing entrance sign and colorful neon lights on the building facade. The station serves as a convenient stop for road trip travelers in China, offering essential services and a welcoming atmosphere during the journey
We have found some good gasoline stations on our journeys but there are few in China
Burger King outlet at a modern service station on a highway in China, with a brightly lit storefront displaying the logo and the slogan \'Flame Grilling Since 1954.\' A traveler is seen walking toward the entrance, highlighting the convenience of finding international food options while traveling in China on highways
Burger King at the gasoline station in China
Two young girls washing dishes at an outdoor roadside water tap during a road trip in China, highlighting the resourceful moments of travel. One girl crouches to scrub plates under a trickling pipe, while the other stands holding cleaning materials, embodying the simplicity and adventure of washing dishes while traveling
Washing the dishes on the way to Nanjing
A detailed sign at the Wuxi Meicun Service Area on the Jiangsu Expressway, located on the way from Shanghai to Nanjing. The sign highlights the comprehensive amenities available, including restaurants, shops, water heater rooms, toilets, reception, infant care rooms, ETC recharge services, and free WiFi. Its modern design and clear directions emphasize the service station\'s convenience and \'all-included\' features, making it a top-notch stop for travelers
Service station sign. It has everything you need for boondocking
MeiCun Service Center

The third was the Xianrenshan Service Center

A modern service station labeled \'Fairy Mountain\' on the way from Shanghai to Nanjing. The station features a large glass facade with vibrant signage for restaurants, including KFC, and convenience stores. People are seen walking across the parking lot under a clear blue sky, emphasizing its inviting and well-maintained atmosphere, ideal for travelers seeking a break during their journey
Heading for a weekend trip in Nanjing by RV | Fairy Mountain Service station
Xianrenshan Service Area

The third stop is the Xianrenshan Service Center.
The atmosphere and restaurants were satisfying. We had a nice stop here and could also take our dog for a short walk. He seemed interested in swimming in the lake, but I didn’t even know if he could swim.

The next stopping place would be the Tangshan Hot Springs RV Camping.

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