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The Forest Conservation Directorate of Annaba Province, together with the National Gendarmerie, conducted a patrol in the Chetaibi forest to prevent wildfires. The measures include a ban on camping, entry, and movement within forest areas, especially during high-temperature periods. The operation is part of the 2026 wildfire prevention campaign.
A fire broke out in Dahshur, Giza, engulfing a group of caravans parked in front of the Wadi Degla club. Civil defense forces quickly responded and extinguished the flames, preventing the fire from spreading to nearby structures. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism has approved 177 standards for classifying tourist camps, covering licensing, safety, services, and equipment. The standards define camps as facilities providing tents, equipped plots, motorhomes, and caravans, with requirements for fencing, sanitary facilities, and a reception area. They also mandate food services, including local dishes, and online booking. Plot sizes range from 30 to 60 square meters, with an additional 30 square meters for caravans, and running water must be available at 50% of plots.
Jeddah Municipality conducted a field campaign on the northern beach of Abhur, resulting in the demolition of several camps and the removal of caravans used for short-term rentals. Prior to the action, owners were issued warnings explaining the regulations and given a period to rectify violations. After the deadline, field teams continued monitoring and took legal measures, including penalties, against unresolved violations.
Kuwait's Environment Police Department announced a ban on leveling and clearing camping sites, as well as on constructing buildings with bricks, cement, or other building materials. Violators face a 250 Kuwaiti dinar fine for illegal fishing using 'shrib' bait, and some violations can be settled for 50 dinars.
Special forces for environmental security detained a citizen for violating environmental regulations by camping without a permit in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. Legal procedures were applied against the offender.
A family from Medina has set up an overnight stay in a rural camper in the highlands of the Asir region. The report was filed by Al-Ekhbariya correspondent Abdulrahman Al-Ahmadi. The offer includes accommodation in the camper, with further details undisclosed.
Saudi environmental security forces detained a citizen for camping without a permit in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. The violator faces a fine of up to 3000 Saudi riyals.
Camping in Egypt's natural reserves requires a permit from the Environmental Affairs Agency, and entrance fees double after sunset. Some reserves, like Wadi El Rayan, have a separate camping fee: 50 Egyptian pounds for Egyptians and 200 for foreigners. Permits can be obtained through the 'Egypt Reserves' app or the agency's website, and for individuals, it's easier to book through licensed operators.
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About 1,200 campers evacuated near Biscarrosse. Damage estimated at 2 million euros, dozens of campsites affected.
Argentina's first motorhome route, Ruta del Motorhome, opens in Córdoba province with ten free stations offering water, waste disposal and parking.
Environmental security forces detained a citizen in the Asir region for camping without a permit. The violator faces a fine of up to 3000 Saudi riyals.
Amid China's economic slowdown and rising travel costs, a growing number of young people are opting for car camping on weekends as a cheaper alternative to foreign trips or hotel stays. This trend has created a new market worth billions of dollars. Electric vehicles with V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) capability allow using the battery as a power source for appliances, while camping mode and large batteries ensure comfortable overnight stays. Manufacturers like BYD, Li Auto, Nio and Xpeng actively promote this concept in their advertising.
A fire broke out in a caravan near a mall in the Al-Hosary Square area of 6th of October City. Emergency services received a report of the fire and dispatched firefighting units to the scene. Firefighters contained and extinguished the blaze, carrying out cooling operations to prevent reignition. A police report was filed and an investigation has been launched.
Counting Stars, a project focused on astronomical experiences, invites campers to the fifth edition of Star Camp on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the municipality of Fafe, next to Casa do Penedo, a 1970s rural house known as the 'strangest house in the world' due to its location among four large granite boulders. Participants can observe stars and planets through telescopes, attend an astrophotography workshop, visit Casa do Penedo, and stay overnight in a tent with dinner and breakfast at sunrise. Prices: €85 per adult, €149 per couple, €22 for children aged 7–12, and €68 per person for groups of three or more.
La Musardière campsite in Milly-la-Forêt, located in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest, offers accommodation in mobile homes, tents, and motorhomes. Facilities include an outdoor pool, volleyball court, pétanque, teqball, children's play area, trampoline, and sauna. 2026 rates: €7.80 per day for adults, €5 for children under 7, €7.10–€11.60 per night for a motorhome or van, €3.70–€6 per night with a tent.
A year-round tourist destination has opened on the overlook of Wala Dam in Madaba Governorate, covering 26 dunams. The site features glass and wooden cabins, equipped tents, water fountains, adventure zones and play areas. Located in the Maleh area, about 40 km south of Amman on the King's Highway, the project has created around 15 jobs.
Saudi Arabia's Special Forces for Environmental Security detained a citizen for camping without a permit in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. The violator faces a fine of up to 3,000 Saudi riyals. Authorities emphasize that camping in forests, national parks, or reserves without a permit is a violation of environmental law.
Special forces for environmental security arrested a citizen for camping without a license inside the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. The penalty includes a fine of up to 3,000 riyals. Authorities urge reporting violations via 911 in major cities or 999/996 elsewhere.
Makla Bar Beach (White Beach) in the Fans area of Qurayyat province (Muscat Governorate) is a popular destination for tourists and camping enthusiasts. It is located 135 km from Amrat province and 50 km from Sur province. According to local resident Mohammed bin Ali al-Ghadani, the beach served as a shelter for fishing boats and cargo ships during storms in the Gulf of Oman. The beach is known for its coral reefs, turtles that come ashore at night to lay eggs, and congregations of migratory seabirds.
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