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Czech TV meteorologist Alena Zárybnická left her apartment in Špindlerův Mlýn and moved into a motorhome. The six-meter vehicle includes a bed, shower, kitchen, and an improvised recording studio.
Coghlan's has released a telescopic fly swatter designed for outdoor use, picnics, and motorhome travel. When folded, it measures about 29 cm; extended, it reaches up to 45.7 cm. It features a wooden handle and a leather hanging strap. Priced at $7.99 on Amazon.ca.
Yasin Buras drove 30,000 km in a 2013 Hymer Starline motorhome across Africa over 160 days. The route included Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, and Senegal. He faced poor roads, sandstorms, and challenging border crossings but noted feeling safer in Africa than in Europe.
The Alm family from Boxholm, Sweden, is planning their summer caravan holiday. Departure is set for June 17. The route is not yet fixed, but ice cream and warm weather are mandatory. Fifteen-year-old Elmer expressed interest in visiting the Trulli houses in southern Italy. The family's travels are documented on Instagram, where they have thousands of followers.
Tom-Rune Larsen (59) from Lavangen, owner of five motorhomes, four of which were bought from Lians, attended the Lians Caravan og Fritid spring fair at Andslimoen. He participates in these events annually, visiting at least twice a year. The fair took place on June 7, 2026.
The Beethoven Orchester held its annual concert at the BaseCamp hostel in Bonn. The performance took place against a backdrop of historic caravans, motorhomes, and sleeping carriages. Conductor Daniel Johannes Mayr adapted the performance to the unconventional space.
German magazine Promobil has listed five common loading errors that can compromise caravan stability. These include lack of anti-slip matting, overtightening of tension bars, and improper weight distribution. Heavy items should be placed low and near the axle, and tie-down rails are recommended for securing cargo.
Katrina, 31, from southern England, gave up her €1,100 monthly apartment rent and bought a two-person caravan for €30,000. She signed a nine-year contract at a holiday park, bringing her annual base costs to €4,100, covering pitch, utilities, and amenities. She reports working less and feeling 'half retired.' Her story is part of a broader trend of young people in the UK, China, and Germany seeking affordable housing alternatives amid rising rents.
More Americans over 50 are opting for motorhome life. Patty Gill, 52, and her husband visited all US states in five years, saving over $100,000. Beverly Brown, 63, has lived in a converted van since 2019.
The Dooley family from Florida sold their 1,900-square-foot house and moved into a 450-square-foot RV. They report reduced stress and improved family relationships. The father works remotely, while the mother homeschools their children. They estimate their expenses have decreased, though exact figures are not provided.
Venezuela Fury, daughter of boxer Tyson Fury, and her husband Noah Price have moved into a caravan in East Riding of Yorkshire after their wedding and honeymoon, leaving an £8 million mansion. Price has returned to his family's scrap metal business.
A caravan of 19 cars and 47 Thai tourists arrived in Hue, Vietnam, on July 7. Organized by Indochina Duy Nhat Tourism Company, the group was approved by the Ministry of Transport to participate in tourism traffic from July 4 to 8. The route covers several provinces, with an overnight stay in Hue and visits to the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda.
Amy Edwards, 40, a former hairdresser, pulled her five older children out of school during the pandemic and never sent them back. In July 2025, she and her husband Shane bought a motorhome and began traveling through Wales, France, and Portugal. The children follow a self-directed education: they indicate what they want to learn, and the parents guide them. The family is considering settling outside the UK in a country with a warmer climate and lower cost of living.
A Czech couple travels in converted Avia trucks. One of the vehicles, Amálka, was left in Colombia after a South American expedition. A book about this journey will be published in 2025, with the author raising funds for its release.
When choosing a car for towing a caravan, many focus only on the maximum braked trailer weight stated in the documents. However, as ANWB notes, stability and safety depend on the ratio of the loaded caravan weight to the car's weight (recommended no more than 75%), wheelbase, nose weight, and drivetrain type. Using the Ford Kuga PHEV, Kia Sorento, and Volkswagen Touareg as examples, it is shown that actual towing capabilities depend on the specific trim and engine type, and for hybrids and electric vehicles, the range is significantly reduced.
Petra and Rüdiger Erbslöh from Meerbusch have set off on a motorhome trip through Switzerland. The route includes the Rhine Falls, Zurich, Grindelwald and Zermatt. The TV show 'Wir werden Camper' will air their journey on June 7, 2026 on WDR.
Owners of camper vans in France often question their right to use motorhome parking areas. The key access criterion is the presence of autonomous water and waste systems, required by private networks. Legally, such areas are treated as regular parking lots, so no ban on entry exists for camper vans, but setting up camp is prohibited.
Michel Letraveler, a regular contributor to Le Monde du Camping-Car, traveled to La Roche Courbon Castle (Charente-Maritime, 130 km from Bordeaux) by motorhome. The castle grounds offer free overnight parking for motorhomes with no services. Entrance to the gardens and museums costs €12, guided tour of the castle €16.
A family from Nîmes (France) is on an eight-month journey across South America in a motorhome. Kevin Dubuc, an electrician, sold his company shares, while his wife Vanessa, a rhythmic gymnastics coach, took a leave of absence. They have visited Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and are currently in Colombia. This is their first motorhome trip, having previously traveled by plane and stayed in hotels. They plan to return by late July 2026 and then embark on a European tour.
The author rented the largest available RV in Australia for a trip along the Great Ocean Road in Victoria. The vehicle accommodated up to six people, with two convertible beds and an overcab bed, plus a small kitchen, toilet, and shower. Overnight stays were at fully-equipped holiday parks with electric hook-ups. The road was designated the world's first 'Surfing Recreation Reserve' in 1973.
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