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Authorities in Turkey's Kumluca district have banned overnight stays in caravans on the coast and public areas, citing public order and safety concerns. Gendarmerie evicted caravan dwellers from Aktaş beach in Mavikent, despite the municipality having prepared an alternative site. The ban has sparked debate among locals, with caravan owners stating they are being generalized with violators and deprived of the opportunity to travel.

The German motorhome manufacturer Concorde Reisemobile has officially launched sales in Turkey through distributor Ideal Caravan. According to 2025 data, every third motorhome imported into Turkey was brought in by Ideal Caravan. Concorde models are offered on a made-to-order basis with a high degree of personalization.

The National Camping and Caravan Federation held its regular general assembly on April 11, 2026, at the Yakacık Culture Center. Mert Okkaoğlu was re-elected as president, and the new board of directors set priorities for the upcoming period, including the development of nature tourism and sustainable camping.

A couple purchased an old bus and converted it into a motorhome themselves, sharing details of the process and financial costs. Key challenges included the official procedures for re-registration as an 'M1 Class Special Purpose Motorhome', requiring project plans, TSE certification, and inspection, as well as the need to consider weight limits for a Category B driving license.

Turkish manufacturer Carpento has introduced the 430 caravan, measuring 4.3 meters in length and weighing 700 kg. The model features a 270-degree panoramic windshield, accommodates five people, and includes a kitchen with a 65-liter refrigerator and a bathroom. The starting price is around 25,000 euros.

A Turkish couple, Büşra and Ömer Türkoğlu, sold their golden wedding gifts to purchase an old service van and convert it into a camper. They left their permanent jobs and rent out their city apartment to fund life on the road, occasionally taking on seasonal work.