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«Bon Voyage» — Tragicomedy about Life, Lies and Letting Go

On April 29 at 8:00 PM, the Steinhaus cinema in Bautzen will screen the French tragicomedy «Bon Voyage – Bis hierher und noch weiter». 80-year-old Marie, suffering from a serious illness, lies to her family about an inheritance in Switzerland to conceal her planned euthanasia and embarks on a journey across France in an old motorhome. The trip includes her son Bruno, granddaughter Anna, and care worker Rudy. Director Enya Baroux's film combines themes of euthanasia and family relationships with comedic dialogue. Admission is 7 euros, doors open at 7:00 PM.

Lifestyle JP Japan Yesterday 2

Actress Minako Tanaka on Motorhome Travel

Japanese actress Minako Tanaka, an official ambassador for the Japan RV Association, shared her experience of traveling by motorhome. Over five years, her family visited 46 prefectures in the country, saving on accommodation: an overnight stay at a dedicated RV park costs around 4,000 yen, compared to 60,000-70,000 yen for a hotel for four people.

Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 3 days ago
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Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April

Almería is putting up physical barriers to keep motorhomers off its former fairground — while Turkey simply evicts them from the beach. Lightship is quadrupling its electric-caravan factory in Colorado, even as 50% of Italian motorhome renters turn out to be under 35. Plus 800 kg of hashish in a motorhome at the Spanish border, Anker's 800 W charger running off the alternator, and Carstay as the mobile HQ of a Tokyo festival — all in this issue.

Lifestyle KR South Korea 1 days ago 5

Brand DOD Launches Mobile Camper Van for Product Showcases

The Korean camping lifestyle brand DOD is launching a mobile camper van to showcase its products. The project, named DOD CHA, will operate on a 1-night/2-day schedule, touring campsites in Chungju, Yeoncheon, Mungyeong, Gimje, and Yeongwol from late April through June 2024.

Lifestyle FR France 15.04.2026

Former Firefighter Launches Camper Van Rental Company

Pierre-Yves Malet has opened a camper van rental agency for tourists in the commune of Rully (Saône-et-Loire department). Three new equipped vans are currently available for rent starting at 109 euros per night with unlimited mileage. This is the first such offering in the department, established under the franchise of the Backsheep van group.

Lifestyle JP Japan 1 days ago 5

Yasuda Daicircus Hiro receives new light van for vehicle overnight stays

Japanese comedian and member of the group "Yasuda Daicircus" Hiro (age 49) has taken delivery of a new light van intended for vehicle overnight stays. The acquisition of a new vehicle for vanlife purposes became news due to his public profile.

Lifestyle IT Italy 4 days ago

Traveling through Italy in a rented camper van

A family of five rented a Volkswagen Beach camper van to travel through northern Italy. The vehicle has five seats, a refrigerator, a kitchen, and a pop-up roof, but lacks a toilet. Some overnight stays were at parking lots near ski slopes for 20 euros per night with access to showers and electricity.

Georgia — A Complete Guide to Motorhome Travel © RVrent.ge
Lifestyle GE Georgia 18.03.2026
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Georgia — A Complete Guide to Motorhome Travel

From the Black Sea coast to the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus in a single day — Georgia surprises caravanners at every turn. Mountain switchbacks, ancient monasteries, family wineries, and overnight stays by mountain rivers — all of this awaits right outside your motorhome window. Where to go, where to park for the night, and how to rent a camper right in Tbilisi.

Lifestyle IT Italy 5 days ago

Buying a Used Caravan: How to Avoid Problems

When purchasing a used caravan, it is essential to verify its technical and legal condition. Key checks include confirming the caravan's mass is compatible with the towing vehicle's capacity, inspecting the chassis, brakes, and for water leaks, and ensuring all systems are functional. It is also crucial to verify the chassis number matches the documents and that technical inspections are up to date.

Lifestyle GB United Kingdom 1 days ago 4

Family-run caravan park voted Dorset's top destination

South Lytchett Manor in Poole was named Dorset's top site for caravan and motorhome holidays in the Top 100 Sites awards by Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome magazines. The park also ranked among the UK's top 10 for glamping and touring, placing second nationally for camping and motorhome facilities. The awards are based on feedback from guests who stayed at the park.

Lifestyle JP Japan 4 days ago 4

Carstay Provides Motorhomes as Mobile Operations Base for Rainbow Disco Club Festival

The Carstay service provided four motorhomes as a mobile operations base for the organizers of the Rainbow Disco Club music festival in Higashiizu. The motorhomes were used from April 9 to 22, 2026, for staff accommodation, equipment storage, and as an office, solving logistics issues experienced in previous years.

Lifestyle AR Argentina 15.04.2026

Artificial Intelligence Selects Ideal Motorhome Route

The Gemini tool identified a 200-kilometer section of Argentina's Route 40 between Bariloche and San Martín de los Andes as the optimal route for a motorhome. Key factors included high-quality asphalt, developed infrastructure with campgrounds and fuel stations, and safety for family tourism. The AI warned about a 25-kilometer gravel section when deviating towards Villa Traful.

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