If you think that the process of moving from one home to another is as boring as it gets, then you’re probably the only one who happens to think so.
In reality, moving house can be one of the most exciting adventures you’ll ever have the chance to experience.
Still doubtful? Then check out the following fun ways to move across the country:
#1. Hot-air balloon
Experience the thrill of the oldest successful human-carrying flight technology.
Starting point: Albuquerque, New Mexico. The best place to start this relocation adventure is, of course, the largest hot-air balloon festival in the world – the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
Final destination: Houston, Texas. Have in mind that strong southwesterly winds may suddenly turn your interstate move into an international one.
Greatest advantage: The view from up above must be truly spectacular. And breathtaking. And unforgettable.
Greatest disadvantage: The balloon basket won’t fit all of your household belongings. In fact, you can only take four sandwiches, six bottles of water, two folding chairs and the person you love the most.
Biggest risk: Unless you have a cutting edge GPS device (or a detailed United States map and a reliable navigation compass in case you’re old-fashioned), you may lose your way and find yourself in the Land of Oz.
#2. Canoe Along Mississippi River
Nothing beats conquering the fourth longest river in the world on an epic interstate relocation from its source to its delta.
Starting point: Lake Itasca, Minnesota
Final destination: Mississippi River Delta, Louisiana
Greatest advantage: The transportation expenses are practically non-existent. If you bring your favorite fishing rod, you can cut down on your food expenses too.
Greatest disadvantage: A relocation trip of 2, 340 mi (3, 766 km) is sure to present a few challenges along the way, especially if you’re on a makeshift canoe with piles of moving boxes along a river that borders or passes no less than 10 different states.
Also, with an average speed of around 6 km/h (4 mi/h), the entire move will take approximately 40 days to complete.
Biggest risk: Going crazy with boredom! The only remedy for successfully killing the endless hours is to get a copy of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace in Russian, together with a complete Russian-English dictionary.
#3. Cable Car In San Francisco
Savor the excitement of riding the last manually-operated cable car system in the world!
Starting point: Union Square, San Francisco
Final destination: Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco
Greatest advantage: This intra-city relocation offers stunning scenic views of the City by the Bay and its surrounding area.
Also, you can’t possibly beat the relocation cost of 6 dollars for a single ride, can you?
Greatest disadvantage: With 7 million tourists riding the cable car system annually, you may find it hard to find an empty seat, especially in the summer period. And what about all your household items stuffed in 15 big cardboard boxes? Oops!
Biggest risk: Angry tourists blatantly throwing you and your boxes out of the cable car and shouting in unison, “This is NOT a moving truck!”
#4. Submarine Along The Atlantic Coast
Experience a top-secret oceanic relocation dive in a Los Angeles-class nuclear powered submarine from the world’s largest naval station and make a surprise appearance in the “Capital of Latin America” in time to catch a winning game of the Miami Heat.
Starting point: Naval Station Norfolk, Norfolk, Virginia
Final destination: Miami, Florida
Greatest advantage: With a reported submerged speed of 33+ knots (37 mi/h, 61 km/h), your moving trip shouldn’t take more than 24 hours – enough time to behold the wonders of the deep-sea wildlife for the first time.
Also, you may actually get to meet the great Captain Nemo and discuss what measures can be taken against rogue movers over a cup of green tea aboard The Nautilus.
Greatest disadvantage: The price of hiring a nuclear powered submarine instead of a moving truck may “slightly” affect the final moving bill, and therefore this relocation method may not be the best one for budget movers.
Also, due to the abundance of high-tech equipment, the submarine space will be extremely limited and chances are you won’t fit all of your household stuff.
Biggest risk: Classified.
#5. Camel Caravan Through The Mojave Desert
Hop on this two-humped 197 mi (317 km) adventure through the Mojave Desert as a proud camel-puller.
Starting point: Lancaster, California
Final destination: Las Vegas, Nevada. Once your relocation is complete, what better place to try out your gambler’s luck than the Entertainment Capital of the World?
Greatest advantage: Camels are much more economical and eco-friendly than a big moving truck and will easily transport all of your household belongings in one go.
Also, there’s a 42% chance of you accidentally finding a Magic Lamp buried in the sand.
And just think of how many likes and comments your selfie (confidently riding a handsome Bactrian camel among splendid Joshua trees) will receive when you upload it to your favorite social network!
Greatest disadvantage: At an average caravan speed of 15 miles (24 km) a day, the entire relocation trip will take as many as 13 days to complete under ideal conditions.
Also, if you notice a camel’s cheeks filling up and bulging, just take a few quick steps back. Trust me – having a camel spit in your face will definitely put a damper on your nomad’s mood.
Biggest risk: Crossing the lowest and driest area in North America (Death Valley), and especially Furnace Creek which holds the record for the highest air temperature in the world at 134 °F (56.7 °C), could be a bit dangerous. No worries though – the thought of the refreshingly cool Fountains of Bellagio should be able to keep your moving spirits up.
If you don’t feel adventurous enough, you can always move the old fashioned way with a professional moving company. Also if you want to know more about your upcoming relocation, you can estimate your moving costs with us easily. Good luck with your move and don’t forget to share your experience with us.
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