Argentine amphibious camper La Boyita: a predecessor to Chinese SUVs

The City Council of El Bolsón (Argentina) will consider a new initiative allowing motorhome parking in the center for up to 4 hours, but banning overnight stays. Fines for violations will be increased.

The article lists seven inexpensive accessories that simplify dishwashing in the confined space of a motorhome or camper van. These include: a universal silicone sink plug (€3.95), a collapsible soaking container (from €18), a barbecue brush (€9.95), solid dish soap tablets (€23.14), a bamboo brush with replacement heads (€15.99), a silicone drying mat (from €10.99), and a drain filter (€5.99 for two). A sink insert (€60–€85) is also mentioned, which can serve as a second basin. All items are available from specialized online retailers or Amazon.

Bürstner has halted caravan production as demand fell 13%. Poland is proposing to scrap road tolls for campervans, while Liguria counts the cost of 8,000 motorhomes descending on the region. Tom Hanks' son has swapped Hollywood for a trailer in pursuit of a music career, and a French couple has driven 100,000 km from the North Cape to Senegal — and that's not even the whole story. All this in this issue.

The Costa Sur complex in Posadas, Argentina, has reintroduced promotional packages for groups of 25 to 50 people, including barbecue shelters, soccer fields, and parking. In 2025, the site recorded about 3,000 motorhomes, averaging 15–16 units per day with stays of three nights. Most visitors come from Brazil. A new motorhome gathering is planned for September.

The Tourism Secretariat of Andalgalá presented the Rodantero Route, the first initiative in Catamarca province designed for travelers using motorhomes, RVs, or adapted vehicles. A dedicated service point with essential amenities and a comprehensive guide to local attractions have been established. The route combines natural landscapes, cultural circuits, history, and local gastronomy, aiming to boost regional economy by attracting this growing tourism segment. The third Rodantero Gathering in Andalgalá is scheduled for this year.

Greece has cancelled its own camper van ban — a year and a half on, as if it got cold feet. In Tenerife, 500 motorhomes blocked a motorway demanding the same — pitches and dump stations. In Miami, 200 families are being evicted from a motorhome park by September, while Córdoba is only just applying for permission for a new overnight area. Plus 21 kg of cocaine in a motorhome in Lanzarote, a fake eight-wheeled Mercedes-AMG G63 and a Starbucks coffee trailer in Seoul — in this issue.