Sophie Grimm assumed management of the Kassel campsite and motorhome park effective January 1, 2026. The new manager, who previously served as team leader, plans to strategically develop the site by strengthening its sustainability and positioning it as an ideal starting point for exploring the city.

The operator of the parking lot at Robert-Lehr-Ufer in Düsseldorf has raised prices. The site near the Rhine Terrace is known for its proximity to the old town. The new rates are significantly higher than before.

The city of Tokorozawa has signed an agreement with VANTECH Co., Ltd. to rent motorhomes in the event of a large-scale disaster. The agreement, signed on February 9, aims to provide mobile living quarters for evacuees and to use the vehicles for infection control and rescue operations.

The West Australian government says a new booking system for campsites along the Ningaloo coast will be reviewed after the website crashed repeatedly upon launch. The system, intended to provide fairer access, opened six-month bookings at 10am on the first Tuesday of each month instead of midnight. In the first 24 hours, 5,500 people entered a queue, resulting in 2,000 bookings for 550 campsites.

Several campsites on the German island of Usedom will increase prices for motorhome and caravan pitches in 2026. The nightly fee for a motorhome will rise by 0.5 to 4 euros, while some sites will keep prices stable. Operators cite increased operational and energy costs as the reason.

The company Automóveis MCcars has made 10 motorhomes available free of charge for people who lost their homes after the storm. The initiative is an emergency solution for residents in the districts of Leiria, Coimbra and Santarém, which were heavily impacted by depression Kristin. Demand for temporary accommodation far exceeds the available capacity.

A wooden keychain with an engraved camper van design has been presented. The item is customizable and is marketed as a gift for camping and vanlife enthusiasts.

The Lake City Council approved a contract worth up to $906,921.50 to convert septic systems to a sewer system at the Casey Jones RV campground. The project, funded by a $1.7 million grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, aims to improve water quality. Construction is estimated to take about a year and may require temporary relocation of some long-term park residents.

Torfaen County Borough Council has approved several planning applications, including the discharge of conditions on existing developments. Key approvals involve biodiversity enhancement measures, loft and garage conversions, and window replacements. Notably, a detached garage in Blaenavon, large enough to accommodate a campervan, was approved with a requirement for bird boxes and native planting as part of the development.

The Hokkaido government has signed an agreement with the Japan RV Association to utilize motorhomes as bases for rescue operations in disaster areas. The pact was signed on January 13 with the association, which comprises 169 manufacturers and dealers nationwide. This will enable the deployment of self-contained mobile units to affected regions.

A series of commercial real estate deals have been recorded in coastal Alabama counties. Developers have submitted plans for a 100-unit boat and RV storage facility in the Lillian community. Other transactions include the purchase of healthcare properties and office buildings in the region.

A 100-foot roll of black vinyl trim insert is available for sealing seams on RVs, campers, trailers, and motorhomes. The product is designed for weatherproofing and protecting vehicle body joints.

Campgrounds in Burgos, Spain, saw a 2.8% increase in travelers from January to November 2025, totaling 74,342 visitors. The growth is driven by a 20% rise in domestic campers, while foreign visitors, who remain the majority, declined by 10%. Overnight stays increased by 21.4% to 168,760, with domestic stays surging 38.5%.

Donegal County Council has outlined its tourism priorities for 2026, focusing on leveraging the upcoming TBEX conference and its Lonely Planet recognition. The council's budget allocates continued support for the camping and campervan sector, including facility upgrades and signage, and designates nearly €50,000 for festival funding. It also commits €50,000 to support regional airports and plans targeted digital marketing to promote the county.

Deqing and Fengkai counties in Zhaoqing, Guangdong, are promoting integrated agricultural, cultural, and tourism development. Since 2024, 73 key projects are under construction with a total investment of 9.57 billion yuan, and tourist numbers exceeded 3.9 million in the first nine months. New facilities include RV parks, coffee shops, and boutique homestays, alongside upgraded traditional attractions and cultural IP development.

Acadia National Park, one of the top 10 most-visited in the U.S., is implementing stricter regulations for motorhomes and travel trailers. Driving the Cadillac Summit Road from mid-May to mid-October now requires a vehicle reservation purchased online. All campsite reservations must also be made in advance, with no backcountry camping or overnight parking permitted.