The family that left their mansion to live in an RV at Disney World and spend much of the year at the park

A family from the United States has made Disney World their primary residence, spending between 60% and 70% of the year living in a motorhome parked within the resort complex in Orlando, Florida. “The decision is part of a lifestyle change that began after the COVID-19 pandemic and is taking place at one of the amusement park's campgrounds.” The family consists of Adam and Lauren Ewing and their two children, ages 10 and 12. According to a report in People magazine, the family resides in a luxury motorhome located in the Fort Wilderness Resort campground, within the Disney World complex in Orlando. "Before adopting this lifestyle, the Ewings lived in a home of approximately 930 square meters on the outskirts of Athens, Georgia. During the pandemic, they bought a motorhome and began taking family trips to different parts of the United States. Part of that experience has been shared on an Instagram account managed by the family. Over time, Disney World became their main base, though they also travel to other destinations such as Utah for snow-related activities, Canada for skiing, and Vermont during the summer. According to Adam Ewing, the family’s connection to the park began years ago, when the couple spent their honeymoon there, which led to frequent visits and the formation of relationships within the resort. “The family’s daily life isn’t focused exclusively on the park’s attractions, even though they have annual passes.” Lauren Ewing has noted that their routine includes the same activities as a typical family home: the children’s schoolwork, exercise, remote work, and meal preparation. Visits to the parks usually take place in the evenings or when they have guests. “Organizing this lifestyle also involves financial planning. According to the family, parking fees for the RV vary by season. During a spring break period, the cost reached approximately $300 per night, totaling over $8,000 for a 26-day stay. "The resort has an internal rule stating that visitors may stay for up to 26 consecutive days, after which they must leave the premises for 24 hours before returning. The family has incorporated this rule into their routine and uses that period to travel and reorganize their stay." Adam Ewing explained the reason behind the family’s decision with the following statement: “I grew up in a generation where you have to go to school, graduate from college, and work 40 years to enjoy the 20 years before you die. And I think, ‘No, man, my kids are only little once. I want to enjoy their childhood. I want to reap the rewards of my success while my kids are still young enough to enjoy it,” says Adam. He also shared a thought on making the most of family time: “I don’t want to turn 70 and look back saying, ‘Gosh, I wish I’d gone on that trip to Disney, or that diving trip, or that ski trip. I want to do it now with my kids, while we have memories to create for them.”