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Van life surges: Millennials and Gen Z embrace travel on wheels

26.07.2026 06:02 2 min 5 sources
The Epoch Times ITA + 4 more
Van life surges: Millennials and Gen Z embrace travel on wheels
Original source: The Epoch Times

In Brief

According to Roadsurfer data, in 2025 one in five clients traveled with children, nearly one in ten with a pet, and 10% of users were over 55. Average trip length in Italy is 7–8 nights, bookings made 65 days in advance.

Growing popularity of van life

According to European camper rental leader Roadsurfer, in 2025 one in five clients traveled with children, nearly one in ten with a pet, and 10% of users were over 55. The average client age in Italy was 39, average rental duration 7–8 nights, bookings made 65 days in advance. The most popular vehicle type remains the campervan (66% of orders). Van life popularity grew 22% compared to the previous year.

Reasons and trends

According to the Deloitte Global Gen Z & Millennial Survey, travel remains a top spending priority for young generations, who value experiences over material possessions. Roadsurfer links the rise of van life to remote work and the workation concept. According to Yescapa, over 50% of young people under 35 prefer traveling in motorhomes, and bookings grew 10% in 2025 compared to the previous year. Among couples, campers (33%) and vans (24%) are most popular; among groups, motorhomes with a loft (31%). 40% of Italian travelers choose domestic destinations, but interest in foreign locations such as the Canary Islands and Portugal is growing.

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🇮🇹 Italy — fuel prices

Updated: 25.07.2026

Benzina senza piombo 95

$2.26 /l

€1.98 · £1.69/l

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pricier than 90% of countries

Benzina 98

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pricier than 88% of countries

Benzina 100

$2.52 /l

€2.21 · £1.89/l

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pricier than 92% of countries

Gasolio

$2.46 /l

€2.16 · £1.84/l

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pricier than 94% of countries

Gasolio premium

$2.65 /l

€2.33 · £1.99/l

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pricier than 85% of countries

GPL

$0.85 /l

€0.74 · £0.63/l

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cheaper than 58% of countries

Metano

$1.80 /l

€1.58 · £1.35/l

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pricier than 67% of countries

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