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Caravan completely burned down on the coast in Enez, Turkey Incidents © hurriyet.com.tr
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Caravan completely burned down on the coast in Enez, Turkey

A caravan was completely destroyed by fire on the coast in Enez district of Edirne province. The fire occurred at a parking area on Liman Yolu road; the owner is Dilek Ç. The cause is under investigation; no casualties reported.

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Beekeeping family from Siirt receives caravan under state program, boosts honey production Lifestyle © trthaber.com
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Beekeeping family from Siirt receives caravan under state program, boosts honey production

The Korkuz family from Çağbaşı village (Siirt) received a 50% subsidy for a caravan and beekeeping equipment. With the support, they increased their hives to 1,300 and produce about 20 tons of honey annually.

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Eco-Caravan Park and Rural Life Center Project Launched in Bayburt Openings © pembepusula.org
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Eco-Caravan Park and Rural Life Center Project Launched in Bayburt

A contract has been signed for the 'Sustainable Eco-Caravan Park Arpalı and Rural Life Center' project in the Arpalı district of Bayburt province. The project is supported by the North Eastern Anatolia Development Agency (KUDAKA) under the 2026 technical assistance program.

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Kapıdağ residents protest illegal caravan parking Bans & Fines © Bölgenin Güçlü Sesi Yeni Erdek Gazetesi
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Kapıdağ residents protest illegal caravan parking

In the Erdek and Kapıdağ regions of Turkey, locals and legal campsite owners are demanding stricter controls due to an uncontrolled influx of caravans parking on beaches, roadsides, and public areas, causing environmental damage.

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Sat Burnu Area in Fethiye Turns into Caravan Camp Incidents © Fethiye TV - Fethiye Haber
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Sat Burnu Area in Fethiye Turns into Caravan Camp

A concentration of caravans in the Çalış Şat Burnu area of Fethiye has drawn complaints from local residents. They claim the area has become a caravan parking lot, with many caravans staying long-term along the coast and among mimosa trees. Residents report litter accumulation and environmental pollution, negatively affecting the natural landscape. Calls have been made for increased oversight of the area's use and cleanliness.

Source: Fethiye TV - Fethiye Haber TUR
Caravan and car destroyed in fire in Muğla, third vehicle saved Incidents © Ege Alternatif Gazetesi
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Caravan and car destroyed in fire in Muğla, third vehicle saved

In the Kötekli neighborhood of Menteşe, Muğla, a parked Fiat Ducato caravan and a Skoda Fabia car were completely destroyed by fire. Firefighters prevented the flames from spreading to a third vehicle, a Volkswagen Polo. No casualties reported.

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Turkish caravan manufacturers boost exports to Europe Industry © Yeni Şafak
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Turkish caravan manufacturers boost exports to Europe

Turkey's caravan (travel trailer) industry is increasing its global competitiveness through R&D investments. In the first four months of 2025, Turkey exported caravans worth $4.1 million, achieving a trade surplus of $2.8 million. Germany was the largest buyer ($906,300), followed by the UK, France, Austria, and Spain. The industry association aims to become one of the top three global producers by 2035.

Source: Yeni Şafak TUR
Petrol Ofisi announces lottery results: winners of BMW 520i, caravan, and motorcycle revealed Lifestyle © Nöbetçi Gazete
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Petrol Ofisi announces lottery results: winners of BMW 520i, caravan, and motorcycle revealed

Petrol Ofisi has concluded its large-scale campaign with 3,877,761 participants. The draw, held on June 9, 2026, under the supervision of the National Lottery Administration, awarded a 2026 BMW 520i Sedan Edition M Sport, two Bianco Activ 560 SKM caravans, three 2026 BMW F 800 GS motorcycles, 20 prizes of 100,000 Turkish Airlines miles, and hundreds of fuel vouchers worth 10,000 TL. Winners must submit applications by June 30, 2026; reserve winners by July 15, 2026.

Source: Nöbetçi Gazete TUR
Turkey tightens rules for building on agricultural land Law & Regulations © Erzurum Günebakış
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Turkey tightens rules for building on agricultural land

Amendments to Law No. 5403 in Turkey have banned unauthorized construction on agricultural land. Containers, prefabricated houses, and wheeled tiny houses now require official permits. On plots under 5,000 sq m, any construction is prohibited; on larger plots, only 5% of the area (max 250 sq m) may be built upon, with a 5 m setback from neighboring boundaries and 10 m from roads. Violations are monitored via satellite and weekly drone surveillance.

Source: Erzurum Günebakış TUR
Bursa gives caravan owners 24-hour eviction notice Bans & Fines © bursahakimiyet.com.tr
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Bursa gives caravan owners 24-hour eviction notice

Bursa Metropolitan Municipality has issued official warnings to caravan owners parked near Hüdavendigar City Park. Owners must remove their vehicles within 24 hours or face fines under the Misdemeanor Law and recovery of towing costs. The action follows a UKOME decision prohibiting the use of free parking lots for long-term storage of caravans, scrap vehicles, dealer stock, rental cars, and commercial vehicles.

Source: bursahakimiyet.com.tr TUR
Concrete poured on Karasu beach for caravan park, mayor calls it illegal Bans & Fines © Sakarya'nın Haber Kaynağı
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Concrete poured on Karasu beach for caravan park, mayor calls it illegal

In Karasu (Sakarya), concrete was poured on 32 Evler beach to create a caravan parking area, sparking public outcry. Sakarya Metropolitan Mayor Yusuf Alemdar stated that pouring concrete within the coastal line is prohibited and constitutes a crime, promising an investigation. Representatives from three parties (Felicity Party, New Welfare Party, CHP) condemned the project, arguing it contradicts claims that beaches belong to the public and calling for relocation to wooded or non-central areas.

Source: Sakarya'nın Haber Kaynağı TUR
Three parties oppose concreting of beach for motorhome parking in Karasu Bans & Fines © Karasu Haberleri | Karasu'nun en kapsamlı internet medyası
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Three parties oppose concreting of beach for motorhome parking in Karasu

In Karasu district (Turkey), representatives of three political parties — CHP, Saadet Partisi, and Yeniden Refah Partisi — jointly objected to concrete works on 32 Evler beach, where a motorhome parking area is planned. They argued that placing the parking on Karasu's unique sandy beaches is a mistake and demanded the project be moved to a forested or less central area. Critics also highlighted the contradiction between claims that the coast belongs to the public and the introduction of paid usage zones.

Source: Karasu Haberleri | Karasu'nun en kapsamlı internet medyası TUR
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1985 bus converted into motorhome showcased at classic bus meeting in Eskişehir

At the third classic bus meeting in Eskişehir, Turkey, the Bozdağ couple exhibited a motorhome converted from a 1985 model bus. They bought it as scrap for 55,000 Turkish lira in 2022 and spent 5 million lira over three years on the conversion. The interior includes household appliances, a kitchen, bathroom, and toilet. The owners use the motorhome for travel, work, and event participation.

Source: Son Dakika TUR
Scrapped bus turned into luxury motorhome in Eskişehir Builds © Eskişehir Yenigün Gazetesi | Eskişehirspor | Eskişehir Haberleri
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Scrapped bus turned into luxury motorhome in Eskişehir

At a classic bus festival in Eskişehir, Turkey, a couple converted a 1985 scrapped bus into a fully equipped motorhome over three years. The bus was purchased for 55,000 Turkish lira in 2022, with conversion costs reaching approximately 5 million lira. The interior includes a kitchen, bathroom, washing machine, oven, and refrigerator. The owners plan to live in the motorhome full-time after their children finish school.

Source: Eskişehir Yenigün Gazetesi | Eskişehirspor | Eskişehir Haberleri TUR
1985 scrapped bus turned into motorhome for 5 million lira in Eskişehir Builds © Ülke TV - Haber - Haberler - Son Dakika Haberleri - Canlı Yayın - ülketvhaber
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1985 scrapped bus turned into motorhome for 5 million lira in Eskişehir

A Turkish couple, Serkan and Rukiye Bozdağ, bought a scrapped 1985 bus for 55,000 lira and spent 3.5 years converting it into a fully equipped motorhome. The project cost 5 million lira, featuring a kitchen, shower, toilet, and appliances.

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