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Authorities in Uşak, Turkey, have started forced evacuation of caravans from the Karaağaç Pond area. Owners were ordered to remove their vehicles by 10:00 AM, or they would be towed away. Gendarmerie units are overseeing the operation. Caravan owners report a lack of alternative parking sites and are calling for a regulated caravan zone.
Venezuela Fury, daughter of boxer Tyson Fury, and her husband Noah Price have moved into a caravan in East Riding of Yorkshire after their wedding and honeymoon, leaving an £8 million mansion. Price has returned to his family's scrap metal business.
A new caravan park, Çökertme Tekila (Tequila), has opened in Çökertme Bay on the Aegean coast. The park provides pitches for motorhomes with electricity and water hookups, as well as tent camping areas. It also features a restaurant serving Aegean cuisine. The park targets tourists traveling by motorhome or tent and is located near Bodrum and Milas.
Antalya Metropolitan Municipality is launching the Volkan Konak Caravan Park at Lara Beach. It is the second such facility after the park in Konyaaltı. The park has 121 caravan pitches, green areas, a market, cafeteria, laundry, showers, children's playgrounds, and individual electricity and water connections.
Continental has launched the VanContact Ultra Camper and VanContact A/S Ultra Camper tires designed for caravans. The tires are engineered to handle high loads, prolonged parking, and uneven axle loads, offering stability and durability.
Turkish supermarket chain BİM has published its promotional catalog for June 9-12, 2026. Featured items include a 4.10-meter caravan priced at 399,000 TL, a 37-liter Kumtel portable refrigerator for 9,990 TL, and an Insta360 GO 3S action camera for 18,990 TL. The catalog also lists LG and TCL TVs, home appliances, clothing, and household goods.
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Turkey's caravan industry, driven by R&D investments and government support, is boosting exports. In the first four months of 2025, exports reached $4.1 million with a positive trade balance of $2.8 million. The sector targets entering the top three global producers by 2035.
Ormanya nature park in Kocaeli received 215,652 visitors over the 9-day Eid al-Adha holiday. Its campsite accommodated 1,352 people, including 195 international guests from France, Germany, South Korea, and China.
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Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality and Kandıra District Governorship have introduced new restrictions for caravans and tents. Parking is allowed only in Cebeci and Bağırganlı parks and licensed private areas. Violators face fines and forced removal.
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Antalya Metropolitan Municipality is completing the second caravan park on Lara Beach. Named after late musician Volkan Konak, the 121-pitch facility includes full infrastructure and social amenities.
Antalya Metropolitan Municipality announced the establishment of a new caravan park in the Lara district. The facility is intended for motorhomes and caravans. The opening aims to develop the city's tourism infrastructure.
Turkish retail chain BİM has added a 4.1-meter travel trailer to its current catalog. The offer targets customers seeking an alternative to expensive hotels. The sale date and price are yet to be confirmed.
Soaring property prices and rents in Turkey have forced residents of Silivri to use caravans (travel trailers) as permanent housing. This creates tension between locals and seasonal caravan tourists, while a lack of waste disposal infrastructure threatens the environment. Local authorities are considering regulated caravan parks with infrastructure, inspired by Japan's 'Michi-no-Eki' system, which turns parking areas into hubs supporting the local economy.
Tyre manufacturer Continental has introduced the VanContact Ultra Camper and VanContact A/S Ultra Camper series for caravans. The summer tyre is designed for high load capacity and stability in hot conditions, while the all-season variant allows year-round use without seasonal tyre changes. The company advises checking tyre pressure, inspecting sidewalls for cracks, and measuring tread depth before departure.
Turkish retailer BİM has included a 4.10-meter Adle travel trailer priced at 399,000 TL in its June 2–5 promotional catalog. The offer also features Keysmart appliances, Insta360 cameras, Lego sets, LG and TCL TVs, plus household goods and groceries.
The Ulusal Kamp ve Karavan Federasyonu (UKKF) has released a set of 10 safety rules for motorhome and caravan owners, focusing on electrical, gas, and fire risks. Mandatory measures include circuit breakers, residual-current devices (RCD), certified batteries with a Battery Management System (BMS), and smoke, carbon monoxide, and LPG detectors. Annual inspection of gas hoses is recommended, and a fire extinguisher of at least 2 kg should be placed near the entrance.
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A modern caravan and tent camping area is being developed in Çavdarhisar district of Kütahya province. The municipality has leased the land from the General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks for 20 years.
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Çavdarhisar municipality has leased a plot from the General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks for 20 years to create caravan and tent camping areas. Infrastructure is already in place.
Turkish supermarket chain BİM, which previously sold electric cars, boats, motorcycles, and caravans, has started selling a Tiny House. The Escamp Verdanalı model, with 20 sq m of living space and 2.5 m ceiling height, accommodates up to 4 people. It will be available in stores from November 13 at a price of 599,000 Turkish liras, with a 6-month installment plan. The move has sparked widespread discussion on social media.
Turkish retailer BİM will offer a 4.10-meter caravan for 399,000 TL as part of its June 2–3, 2026 promotion. The catalog also includes a 7 kg washing machine for 14,900 TL and a portable refrigerator for 9,900 TL. Stock is limited and high demand is expected.
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