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Could Airstream’s Ultralight Trailer Be Your Ultimate Summer Escape?

The beloved American brand’s new release makes the iconic silver travel trailer easier to tow than ever, and more affordable.

Top front of a silver Airstream trailer with palm trees in the background.Airstream
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By Hayley Helms

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The act of hitting the open road can be intoxicating, whether you live for it already or you’re still manifesting a life of adventure, self-discovery and escape from routine.

Airstream has long been synonymous with freedom and connection through travel, but its trailers haven’t always been accessible from a size or price standpoint.

Silver Airstream trailer with extended awning and outdoor table and chairs set on sandy ground surrounded by palm trees.
The World Traveler 22RB may be Airstream’s most accessible model yet.
Airstream

The World Traveler 22RB Travel Trailer may just change that, opening the road to more people than ever before.

Small footprint, big appeal

The aerodynamic World Traveler 22RB offers a masterclass in combining luxury and functionality into one maneuverable model, which Airstream says is the lightest model in its category.

Silver Airstream trailer hitched to a white SUV parked in front of a black brick wall with colorful fish mural.
The streamlined silhouette can be easily towed by SUVs.
Airstream

The World Traveler is built on the same chassis as Airstream’s World Traveler global model sold in Europe and Asia, while its narrower and more lightweight construction make it the ideal entry-level option for fans of the brand.

Compact camper kitchen with stainless steel sink, two mugs on a wooden tray, and a bed with blue bedding and pillows.
Light laminate cabinetry houses the kitchen galley and additional storage.
Airstream

The 3,700-pound base weight, 7.5-foot width and 22-foot length come together to create one highly towable trailer that is compatible with a wide range of vehicles, including crossovers, pickups and SUVs.

(Even fully loaded with water, gear and supplies, the new trailer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is rated to 4,500 pounds, making it easy for most vehicles to tow.)

Compact camper interior with a kitchenette featuring a sink, stovetop, and a bed with blue bedding and pillows at the rear.
The interior draws influence from minimalist Scandinavian design.
Airstream

Anyone worrying that the smaller footprint means less luxury, fear not; just because Airstream’s newest model is slim and sleek doesn’t mean it skimps on interior amenities.

Scandi style

The interior is a minimalist’s dream, featuring all of Airstream’s standard amenities wrapped in a Scandinavian-inspired aesthetic that is bright, light and more spacious than one might suspect.

Compact RV kitchen with light wood cabinets, stainless steel mini fridge, sink, and window showing palm trees.
The galley kitchen comes standard with a 3.1 cubic foot refrigerator with freezer; an optional 1.0 cubic foot under-bench dinette drawer refrigerator adds more storage.
Airstream

The white aluminum interior walls paired with light laminate cabinetry make the trailer feel spacious, despite its smaller footprint.

The unique V-Shaped primary sleeping area maximizes space, and the dinette converts to either a sofa or bed for more flexibility.

Woman slicing a mango in a compact camper kitchen with a stainless steel faucet and fresh produce on the counter.
Pulling the screen all the way down allows for unobstructed views — and allows snacks to be easily be passed from inside to outside.
Airstream

The lightweight dual-pane acrylic windows let in tons of light while boosting efficiency.

They open at an angle, increasing air flow in the trailer, and also offer a versatile integrated blackout blinds and screens feature.

Compact camper dining area with beige cushioned benches, a white table, overhead storage, and a window showing palm trees.
The modular front of the trailer can be used as a dinette, sofa or additional sleeping area.
Airstream

Campers can pull down the screen to allow airflow, pull up the blind for privacy, or separate both to open the window completely.

This intuitive feature is not available anywhere else in Airstream’s travel trailer line, just one more selling point for this (relatively) small wonder.

Availability and pricing

The World Traveler 22RB is available now via Airstream’s nationwide dealer network, starting at $68,300. 

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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