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Caravan, campervan or motorhome?
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I’m sure you’ve noticed that I call everything a caravan. I quite like it that way, and I’m not going to lie, it’s easier for me that way. After all, there’s only one caravanning too. We don’t call this hobby RVing or motorhoming. So it makes no difference to me…
Ferry to Sardinia – complete guide
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Sardinia is a beautiful island that belongs to Italy and there are two ways to reach it. By ferry or by air. (We won’t discuss the sailing on an inflatable here.) how it works and how to make the ferry trip to Sardinia. From planning, to buying your ticket, to…
Adapters for LPG refuelling
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When travelling abroad in a caravan, it is advisable to use a refuelling adapter to fill up with LPG. There are 4 types of adapters: Euro, ACME, Bayonet and Dish. In this article I will describe in which countries which adapters are needed and what they look like.
San Daniele ham with caravan
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San Daniele del Friuli is a village in the north-east of Italy. We visit it quite often, I would say every year. The reason is its quite good position close to the motorway from Austria to Italy. How far is San Daniele from the motorway + price for motorway toll…
Buying a caravan abroad + tips on how to save
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Buying a caravan abroad is an alternative I would definitely consider. There are plenty of vans or caravans on offer from manufacturers who often don’t have a presence here. The supply of used but also new caravans for purchase is several times greater and the purchase itself is not at…
Grado by caravan
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Grado is a small but pretty town north of Venice. When I’ve talked to other caravanners about it, most people don’t know it at all and have never been to Grado by caravan. Grado has a very nice little centre. There are boats parked right in the center, there is…
Florence by caravan
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We have been to Florence twice. Once about ten years ago in the summer, when we were travelling around Europe by car. We slept in a campsite in Pisa and only went to Florence for a day trip. The last time we were in Florence was in the fall. I…
Tarifa by caravan
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Tarifa is the southernmost point of continental Europe. It is only 32km to the port of Tangier in Morocco. Tarifa is a popular town where mainly windsurfers and kitesurfers travel. There is almost always a regular wind in Tarifa and the climate is pleasant all year round. We went to…
Surfing by caravan in Portugal
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We were in Portugal for more than one month in 2017. The main goal was surfing on Portuguese beaches and exploring the ocean coast. I had never been to Portugal before, Ema had been to Porto when she was in college. When you say surfing in Europe, everyone just thinks…
Porto by Caravan
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Porto was the very first city we visited in Portugal. I had never been to Portugal before, Ema had been to Porto during college. I have to say that my first feeling about Porto and Portugal was very good. We were only in the city for about 2 days as…
Arrifana by caravan – an amazing place to surf in Portugal
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We were in Portugal for about a month in total. We went back to the same beaches quite often due to the fact that we were travelling to see the waves. The Algarve, or southwestern part, probably has the warmest weather, and it faces the ocean so you can surf…
Almería by caravan – the place you didn’t know you knew
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Almería is located in the south of Spain in the region of Andalusia. Chances are you’ve never heard of this city. Nevertheless, you know from this place their products and the movies that have been filmed here. In fact, Almería is the city where the tomatoes you buy in January…
Living in a caravan
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I originally thought caravan holidays were rubbish However, practical experience has shown that I wouldn’t hesitate to live in one now 365. I definitely like the convenience of travelling and living in a caravan. No long 10 hour drives to be “on site” in the evening. We are on site…
Caravan for 2 persons
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It took us a few years to make a clear decision to buy a motorhome. In hindsight, I can say that it was our best choice. We don’t just use the 2-person motorhome for summer holidays to the seaside, we use it to go somewhere almost every weekend. Whether skiing…
Cadiz by caravan – surf paradise at the end of Europe
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I guess that’s how I would define our feeling about this city. We were directly in the city, or close to it, for over two weeks. Cadiz is one of the oldest cities in Europe, the first time they ate spaghetti and ketchup there was in about 1100 BC. If…
Lisbon by caravan – without campsite
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Lisbon is such a special city. We had the feeling that there were quite a few “normal” people living in the city centre. All we saw in the center were tourists or various strange touts. Maybe we are wrong, maybe that has changed since then. In France, Spain or Italy…
Paris by caravan
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Most people go to Paris because of Ajfel and Louvre. We have not been to the Ajfel or the Louvre. We saw the Ajfel almost every day, and we’ve also been to the park by the Louvre about five times. The purpose of our visit to Paris was longboarding along…
Skiing in Japan without a tour operator (how to do it)
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Beerty if you want powder, go skiing in Japan! It snows all the time in Japan. It snows in the morning, it snows during the day, and it snows in the evening and at night. Abnormal food. A bowl of ramen as big as a helmet costs 5 euros in…
Dune du Pilat caravan – the highest sand dunes in Europe
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South-west of Bordeaux are the highest sand dunes in Europe. It’s such a mega huge pile of sand that it takes quite a bit of effort to climb it. This sand dune is located near the seaside town of Arcachon in Aquitaine. The whole area is very nicely landscaped, full…
Champagne by caravan
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France is a caravanning country. You’ll find official car parks at every location, which are either free or for a symbolic few euros. The car parks are usually in very good locations, close to the centre or attractions. We hung around the Champagne area for a few days, you can…
Reims by caravan
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Reims is a very pretty historic town in the centre of the Champagne region. It’s only about 150km from Paris, so be sure to stop here on your way to Paris. It’s a university town with lots of young people, nice streets, buildings and parks. There are a lot of…
San Sebastián by caravan – a top spot for surfing and pintxos
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Everyone knows tapas. They are such micro dishes that are usually eaten in a bar, as an accompaniment to a drink. In the Basque Country, these tapas are called Pintxos in Basque. We followed the coastline from France on our way to see the waves. We spent a few days…
Caravan Show 2022
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The caravan show is the best way to see and especially to feel all the caravans. If you’re buying a camper van, it’s a good idea to check out the bed length or shower size. Caravan dealers don’t usually stock all models, so you won’t really know about your options….
My favorite recipe for spaghetti with ketchup
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When I was a kid I was always told: don’t play with that food and eat it! Until I found out that spaghetti with ketchup is a food you can play with and eat at the same time. Spaghetti with ketchup is a brilliant food. You can eat it every…
How to behave like caravanner level expert
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These are quite common and simple rules, you will be able to follow them playfully. It’s nothing special, or something that limits you. You’ll gain respect from both caravanners and non-caravanners and you’ll make friends. It doesn’t make a mess I find it a bit ridiculous to write this here,…
Why do you want to be an expert level caravanner?
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Everyone wants to be Tony Hawk, Lewis Hamilton or Pete Sagan. These are experts in their field. They have been in their hobby for decades and have worked their way up from Amateur to Expert level The following articles will help you to increase your caravanning level from Amateur to…
Problems with the refrigerator in the caravan
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The following sections describe the most common faults and problems with a gas fridge that operates in a triple combination on 12V or 230V. Refrigerator won’t turn on at 230V Circuit breaker tripped at 230V Reset the circuit breaker to 230V Refrigerator not working on 12V while driving Refrigerator switch…
Problems with the water system
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The following sections cover the most common caravan water system faults and how to rectify them. Drinking water not flowing Empty drinking water tank Fill the drinking water tank. Faulty water pump Have your water pump replaced at a caravan repair shop. Broken hose Remove the kink in the hose…
Problems with the gas cooker
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The following sections cover the most common faults of a piezo ignition gas cooker and their possible solutions. Gas not ignited by piezo ignition Ignition detector is faulty Contact a specialist caravan service Low flame has switched itself off Gas ignition detection sensor is not set correctly Adjust the gas…
Adle heating problems
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The following sections describe the most common problems with Adle Compact heating and hot water boilers and how to solve them. The heating does not start. The electrical connector on the heater is loose Check the electrical connectors and plug them in properly. No voltage Check if the voltage is…
Truma heating problems
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The following sections describe the most common problems with Truma Combi heating and hot water boilers. This section of the manual is applicable to the Trumatic manual heating controller. The digital controller will display an error, which you can check directly in the manual for your version of the digital…
Problems with the gas system
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The following sections describe possible problems with the gas system and their solutions. Smell of gas, excessive gas consumption Leak in the gas system Immediately shut off the entire gas system, cap off the gas cylinder and valves for gas appliances. Open the windows and doors and ventilate the caravan.Seek…
Troubleshooting notice
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All repairs to your caravan should be carried out professionally by an authorised caravan repairer and by an authorised repairer for your make of caravan chassis. Do not attempt any of the repairs yourself. “Troubleshooting articles are written for the purpose of identifying a possible problem, not to immediately start…
How to use a caravan bike rack
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The bike rack is located on the rear wall of the caravan. The rack does not contain locks, so bikes need to be locked with a bike lock. How the outdoor bike rack works Fold the bike carrier towards the rear.Place the bicycle on the carrier.Fasten the bicycle with the…
How caravan air conditioning works
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Motorhome air conditioning most often only works when connected to the electricity supply at a campsite or caravan park. The air conditioning consumption is approximately up to 6A, so it is necessary to check whether the socket in the campsite can handle such a load. Controlling the air conditioning The…
How to use the water heater and heating in the caravan
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The caravan has heating and water heating, most often gas or diesel. In some cases, the heating or hot water heater may also run on electricity. Switching on the water heater Before you can turn on the drinking water heater, you need to fill the boiler with drinking water. Water…
How to use a caravan awning
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The awning is a huge area that protects you from the sun or the rain. And just because the awning is a huge area, it is very susceptible to strong winds. Whenever you open the awning, secure it firmly with straps and pegs against the ground. It’s best to close…
How the windows in the caravan work
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The windows in the caravan are most often made of plastic. They are therefore quite vulnerable to breakage. Roof windows are extra vulnerable and can be broken by strong winds. I therefore recommend that you always close the roof windows when leaving the caravan. Roof windows Roof windows are most…
How lighting works in a caravan
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The caravan lighting is connected to a residential torch, all lights operate on 12V. The entire 12V electrical circuit of the caravan can be switched on centrally and then individual lights can be switched on. Interior lighting the caravan’s 12V electrical circuit is switched on centrally at the caravan’s control…
How to connect a caravan to 230V
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The caravan can be connected to an electricity connection at the campsite or caravan park. An extension cable is available for this. In most cases, a special caravan connector is used for the connection. In some campsites, a conventional household socket is used. How to connect a caravan to the…
How water works in a caravan
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Drinking water is poured into the caravan from an external stopcock, which is most often on the side of the caravan. A hose is used to fill the water, which is connected to a tap or drinking water dispenser Drinking water taps and pump Drinking water is pumped to the…
Instructions for chemical toilet in the caravan
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A chemical toilet is in every large caravan and its use involves regular emptying. If the chemical toilet cassette is almost full, a red light on the flush control will illuminate Using the chemical toilet Open the lid of the chemical toilet in the same way as the toilet you…
Using a caravan refrigerator
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There are 2 types of fridges that are most often installed in caravans: a gas fridge, which also runs on 12V or 230V, and an electric fridge, which only runs on 12V. Each type of fridge has the possibility of adjusting the cooling intensity. There are countless models of refrigerators…
How to use the cooker in the caravan
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A gas cooker or stove works in a similar way to a gas cooker in the home. Ignition is either automatic by pressing a knob or, in some older models, by using a lighter. When the stove is burning, the vent or one of the windows must be open due…
How to use gas in the caravan
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If you do not have a Crash Sensor fitted to the gas cylinders in your motorhome, all gas safety valves must be closed when driving. The valves are located on the gas cylinders and also inside the caravan most commonly in the kitchen area. Each gas appliance has its own…
Thanks for the caravans
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This way I want to thank the company Karavany Košice, which allowed me to take pictures and videos in their caravans. I have shot several videos about caravans in Karavany Košice
Campervan for use without camping
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I often come across the opinion that a van for camping without a campsite should be as secretive as possible. In my opinion and experience this is not necessary at all. If you park a big white van with basketball signs somewhere in the centre of Nice, you’re bound to…
Camper van for the campsite
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I take the converted van destined for the campsite as a more comfortable tent. The van does not need to have a sophisticated waste system for cooking, electric or gas system. In campgrounds, you can cook either in front of the van or in rooms designed for that purpose. California…
How do I get started with a camper van conversion?
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If you’ve never had a camper van or caravan, first find out what you actually need. I assume you’ve chosen the type of van best suited to you. However, you don’t know what you really need, what interior layout would be best for you and whether you actually need a…
What should every camper van definitely have?
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As with caravans, a converted camper van depends on how you plan to use it. Are you only going to use the van to go camping, or do you want to use the van specifically for off-site camping? Whether you want to go camping or not, you need to sort…
Which van to choose?
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There are plenty of remodeling supplies to choose from. From small Japanese Toyotas, Tansporters, Vitas to large Renaults, Ducatis or Sprinters. Some vans are even quads, which can come in handy quite often It may also be that the van you end up choosing doesn’t actually suit you. It’s best…
About van conversion
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Personally, I’ve never remodeled a van. I’m writing this in the very first sentence so that all the internet haters of the world don’t get all up in my face. So this is not a turnkey manual with plans and technical diagrams of how to wire the camper parts and…
These four things you’ll definitely need on the road
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In the accessories article I mentioned mainly things you can fit to your caravan to make your caravanning more luxurious. However, I will try to mention the things you should definitely not forget before you go. Even if you do forget some of them, it’s not a problem to buy…
How much does it cost to travel by caravan
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A question that is difficult to answer accurately. It’s like answering the question of how much to holiday by car. However, I will try to give at least an approximate example or calculation for caravan camping and non-camping travel. “The biggest costs of travelling by caravan are diesel, motorway tolls,…
Availability of caravan and driving licence
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Currently, all caravans sold in Europe today are classified as special M1 motorhome-type vehicles, regardless of their weight, length, height or width. “A caravan is therefore a category M1, not a lorry, regardless of its weight” So you can take it into the city centre and the same rules apply…
Caravanning in winter
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Today’s modern caravans are designed for year-round operation. Most manufacturers offer a so-called winter package for their models. This is an additional package that ensures comfortable and safe caravanning even in temperatures well below freezing. We use our caravan all year round. With Knaus we were in the Alps for…
Five must-have accessories for the caravan
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What should you be sure to fit to your new caravan? That’s a pretty tough question. Every caravanner is different, travels differently and has different requirements. However, I’ll tell you what I would definitely fit first if we bought a new caravan or van again. I will definitely fit these…
Additional equipment
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You can mount just about anything you can imagine on a caravan or in a caravan. Everyone uses their caravan in a different way, goes on different trips or has different habits and needs. Caravan accessories cost quite a lot of money, so I think it’s a good idea to…
Floor and Chassis
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Are there multiple types of caravan chassis and multiple types of flooring? Why is this so important that I have to write about it? The type of chassis and flooring determines the caravan’s driveability, insulation and amount of storage space. Chassis types There are two types of chassis: Basic chassisAL-KO…
Windows and ventilation
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All caravans and camper vans have opening sunroofs and opening side windows. Most vans also have opening windows in the sliding doors and rear opening doors. All windows have double glazing, which ensures good thermal and acoustic insulation. Roof windows Roof windows are forced ventilation, meaning that a small amount…
Kitchen and cooking
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The kitchen is my favourite part of the caravan. In it we cook spaghetti with ketchup. The caravan kitchen differs from the kitchen you have at home only in its size. The kitchen has a fridge, a stove and a sink. However, some premium and luxury caravans also have an…
Heating and water heating
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You could only go caravanning for about one season without heating. Sure, there are sleeping bags down to -30, but there are also expedition tents instead of caravans. Heating has been an essential part of caravans, motorhomes and campervans since their inception. Heating usually uses gas, petrol or diesel. Almost…
Water, Waste, Toilet and Shower
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A kitchen and toilet should be in every motorhome or camper van. It’s a luxury, independence and allows you to spend time away from the campsite. All larger motorhomes and campervans, except small campervans such as the VW California, have a shower with hot water Caravans have tanks for drinking…
Gas system
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Almost every caravan has a gas bomb. I saw one attempt at a caravan with an induction cooker at a show once, but they never made it happen in real life. Gas is at least used for cooking. Gas is most often stored in 11kg gas cylinders in the caravan….
Electrical system
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Almost everything in the living area of the caravan runs on 12V. In addition to the standard flashlight that is designed for driving, the caravan also has a residential flashlight. And everything is connected to them. The lights, the water pump, the heat diffuser but also the compressor fridge or…
How to pack for a holiday in a rented caravan
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I’d say like a regular vacation in a rented apartment. Depends what your habits are. Whether you make a habit of taking your whole pantry with you, or whether you prefer to sample local food. These are already priced quite reasonably in most countries (except the Nordic countries). It’s definitely…
Equipment and accessories in caravans for rent
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What you need in such a caravan is quite individual. Because a caravan holiday doesn’t mean you’ll be hanging out, or sitting on chairs in front of the caravan, or setting up a tent. We all have different habits and that’s fine. You just have to figure out what your…
How to choose a suitable caravan for rent?
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If you are choosing a caravan hire company in advance, you can also choose by the brand of caravan you are renting. However, most brands look more or less the same. Although there are some differences in build quality, such as edge treatment. You might be more likely to be…
How does caravan hire work?
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Caravan rental is already widespread. Many companies, whether smaller or larger, offer different types of caravans, trailers or vans for hire. There has also been a big boom thanks to the corona. Caravan holidays offer a new form of accommodation. It allows you to travel freely, exploring places you might…
Caravan service
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A caravan is essentially a superstructure or build-up to a standard van. Most often Fiets are used for this conversion because they are the cheapest and therefore the price of the caravan should be lower. Even though it doesn’t look like it in reality. How does it work in practice?…
Caravan shows
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I recommend the caravan show to everyone. In one place you have the opportunity to see, try and compare all the brands available in Europe. In addition to caravans, there are also manufacturers of accessories such as awnings, satellites or even manufacturers of equipment for campsites and caravan parks. How…
What to know before buying your first caravan
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Buying a passenger car is a piece of cake. You choose your favourite model, colour and you’re done. All passenger cars usually have 5 seats and a trunk. They differ only in size and subtly in optional equipment. The price of a caravan or camper van is probably the first…
How and what to pack in your caravan
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A caravan is like a hut on wheels. Inside it has shelving, cupboards with hangers and a relatively spacious fridge. The first caravan we had was a six-metre Knaus semi-integrator, which had a pretty decent sized garage in addition to a million cupboards. The garage, that’s a big storage room…
How to get off-season discounts to campsites
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The biggest crowd in the campsites is still during the high season. That’s why we mostly travel in the summer only locally around the surrounding area. If you don’t have school-age children, you’d better go caravanning in September. Everything will cost less, there will be less people everywhere and the…
Apps for caravanning
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With the advent of iPhones, various online apps with caravan park maps have also made inroads. However, these apps may not always include verified and official car parks. So take them with a grain of salt and read some of the recent comments. Apps for caravanning without a campsite Our…
Travelling by caravan
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As I have mentioned in previous articles, travelling by caravan is not like travelling by caravan. Plan to drive fewer miles each day than if you were driving your Buggatti. A roadtrip is about exploring places along the way. Also, the consumption of a caravan won’t be like a Fabia,…
Caravan rental
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Hiring a caravan is, in my opinion, the cheapest way to find out if caravanning is for you and what kind of caravan to actually buy. Probably every caravanner I know has had at least one caravan. Not because the previous one didn’t work, but because something didn’t suit them….
How much does a caravan cost?
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Caravans are pretty expensive fun. Not even mentioning that most caravans are actually expensive Fiats. The lockers are like kinderwave, just don’t touch anything so it doesn’t fall off. Of course there are some quality brands, but they cost about 2x as much as the kindervac ones. We’ll talk about…
The most common caravan interior layouts
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There are about a thousand possibilities for the interior layout of a caravan. Every caravanner requires something different. Just like in an apartment or a house, everyone arranges their furniture differently. In a caravan, however, you can’t move it around. What caravan you buy, that’s what you’ll have until you…
Is it worth buying a caravan?
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It won’t pay. It’s about 1000 times cheaper to go on an all-exclusive holiday where you’ll be stuffed 5 times a day and come back from the holiday 7 kilos heavier. It’s 100x cheaper to go to Croatia to an apartment than to crowd yourself in an overpriced campsite “Despite…
What does such a caravan holiday look like?
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Travelling by caravan is quite different from a traditional holiday. A traditional holiday is marked by a boring and mostly long drive to the destination and only there it all starts. On a traditional holiday, you get up early in the morning so you can cover at least 3000km. Only…
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