Chilean firm BAK unveils glazed Tiny House Odessa

Actor Christian Henríquez showed his motorhome, which he uses while touring with El Gran Circo de Ruperto. He explained that he spends most of the year traveling around Chile, and in summer he stays in one place for three months to attract more audiences. The motorhome is equipped with a TV, kitchen, oven, microwave, and refrigerator. However, for the show, he used a borrowed apartment in Algarrobo due to limited space.

The Choza Nómada project, which creates content about motorhome travel, has launched a free PDF guide titled '¿Dónde me quedo?'. It lists 29 locations in southern Chile and 3 in Argentina suitable for overnight stays. The guide is based on the author's firsthand experience traveling these routes in early 2026. It is available for download after completing a form.

Brazilian travelers Matheus and Carol, living in a motorhome and heading to Ushuaia, met Marcelo and his dog Malu in Chile. Malu travels in a mini motorhome towed by a bicycle, equipped with a mini kitchen and a sleeping area. The video of the encounter, posted on Instagram on May 23, has garnered over 87,000 views.

The market for campervans and motorhomes is seeing a rise in demand for models with pop-up roofs, which combine compact size on the road with extra space when parked. These vehicles have a lower height when folded, reducing fuel consumption and improving handling, while raising the roof provides an additional bed and increased interior headroom. Featured models include Volkswagen California T7 (from €58,000), Hymer Grand Canyon S CrossOver (approx. €140,400), Westfalia Sven Hedin (from €96,000), Bürstner Habiton HM 6.0 (around €91,000), and Knaus BoxTime 600 MQ (from €66,990). Each model caters to different needs, from daily use to off-road travel.

The Thaircamper inflatable structure converts a pickup truck into living space. The 80 kg device installs in 5 minutes, accommodates 3-4 people, and uses reinforced PVC. The development is positioned as a more affordable alternative to motorhomes.

Chilean actor Cristián Riquelme posted a video showing significant damage to his motorhome. His dogs chewed through the electrical wiring, causing a short circuit and rendering the vehicle completely inoperable.