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A documentary film 'Camping-cars: les vacances de leur vie' is now on TF1+, and a series of the same name premieres on TFX on June 14, 2026. Meanwhile, UNIVDL starts a TV ad campaign for motorhomes.
The documentary film 'Camping-cars: les vacances de leur vie' (Motorhomes: the holiday of their life) has been released on the TF1+ platform. It explores travel by motorhomes, caravans and campers, as well as the vanlife lifestyle.
On June 14, 2026, the French channel TFX will premiere a documentary series of the same name. The project features six families traveling in motorhomes, campers and convoys. Directors are Mikaël Colla, Cédric Fouret, Coline Hervé and Nathalie Héraud.
Additionally, the French union UNIVDL is launching a television advertising campaign for motorhomes in spring 2026. Two spots (15 and 30 seconds) will air on several channels. The ads emphasize freedom and a change of scenery, using images from different European countries.
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The documentary 'Motorhomes: The Vacation of Their Lives' is now available on TF1+. It features journeys in motorhomes, caravans, and camper vans, alo...
The documentary 'Motorhomes: The Vacation of Their Lives' is now available on TF1+. It features journeys in motorhomes, caravans, and camper vans, along with the vanlife lifestyle.
On June 14, 2026, French channel TFX will premiere the documentary series 'Camping-cars: Les vacances de leur vie'. The project follows six families t...
On June 14, 2026, French channel TFX will premiere the documentary series 'Camping-cars: Les vacances de leur vie'. The project follows six families traveling in motorhomes, camper vans, and convoys. Directors are Mickaël Collas, Cédric Foure, Coline Hervé, and Nathalie Heraud.
The French UNIVDL union is launching a TV advertising campaign for motorhomes in spring 2026. Two spots (15 and 30 seconds) will air on multiple chann...
The French UNIVDL union is launching a TV advertising campaign for motorhomes in spring 2026. Two spots (15 and 30 seconds) will air on multiple channels. The ads emphasize freedom and a break from routine, featuring imagery from various European countries.
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