Hints & Tips

Our holidays and weekend getaways shouldn’t cost the Earth, and an increasing number of us are keen to make greener choices when it comes to trips away. Fortunately, with an emphasis on self-sufficiency, smart use of space and leaving no trace, camping and caravanning tend to go naturally with the idea of eco-friendly, holidaying. So how do you camp in an environmentally friendly way? From your choice of tent through to streamlining your ‘what to take camping’ list, here are our practical tips for making the idea of eco camping a reality. 

How do you camp environmentally friendly?

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With months of lockdown behind us, this year’s camping season looks set to be an extra special one. After all, if you’re looking for Covid-safe self-sufficiency, gorgeous surroundings and a hint of adventure, a camping staycation fits the bill perfectly.      So what do I need for my camping trip? Are there any special rules for this year that I need to know about? Whether this is your first holiday under canvas or you’re a seasoned camper who’s a little rusty on the prep front, here’s our camping essentials guide for 2021.

What to take camping: Our camping essentials

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Restrictions are easing, temperatures are rising, and campsites are opening up. In short, if you’re the proud owner of your very first tourer, everything’s finally coming into place for an amazing UK caravanning holiday.  How do I prepare for a caravan holiday? What should I bring? How can I make my caravan easier to handle? Our experts are seeing a big increase in caravan advice queries from UK vehicle owners who want to know what to expect from their first trip.  So from site bookings to insurance and more, read our up-to-date tips for making this year’s staycation an epic one.

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Oli and Emily are the two founders of Vanlife Conversions, a van conversion and consultancy business based in Essex. They turn large panel vans into bespoke livable vans which are customised to the individual client’s needs. Their business allows their customers to fulfil their desires for travel, whether that is adopting the full-time lifestyle or host a weekend trip away. They also offer consultation for people looking to self build their own van, and provide their own signature model which customers can purchase. Over the past year, there has been a state of uncertainty for the van conve...

Caravan servicing is essential for safe touring, for preventing expensive repair jobs and, ultimately, for extending your caravan’s lifespan. We would always recommend that you get your unit serviced regularly at a dealership or by a mobile engineer, but with caravanning off-limits for now, the cost of a full service might feel like an unnecessary and expensive hassle. Certain parts of caravan servicing - especially anything to do with heating, gas and electricals - should always be left to the professionals, especially if you want to be completely road-ready. However, the good news is that...

Recent figures show that plug-in vehicles made up more than 10 percent of UK car sales last year, and the UK looks set to ban all sales of new non-zero emission cars by 2030. But while going electric is fast becoming a mainstream purchasing choice for motorists, it’s fair to say that electric cars haven’t always enjoyed a ‘tow-friendly’ reputation! The good news is that things are changing.   Right now, touring caravan owners are likely to have plenty of questions. What’s the position with electric cars and towing caravans? How does electric car charging work on caravan sites? If you are lo...

The beautiful scenery, fresh air, nature, and memories like no other are just some things that come to mind when planning a motorhome holiday adventure. Whether you're travelling a short distance, it might be the first time in your motorhome. You have a goal to drive to Cornwall, Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Scotland, there's a lot of planning to do before you hit the open road. Read on for some tips and information to help you plan the ultimate staycation adventure in your motorhome so you have fond memories that will last a lifetime.

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