Tag archives: Explanation

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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….

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…