Mazara del Vallo — VanSky 96 (Ideal)

A fire broke out in an abandoned motorhome in Cascina, Italy, which had been previously reported by residents. Mayoral candidate Dario Rollo stated that the incident could have been prevented if authorities had responded promptly to complaints about the abandoned vehicle.

Motorhome driver Michel Letraveler received a letter from Italian debt collection agency Nivi S.P.A. demanding 119.36 euros for an allegedly unpaid toll from September 2020. He claims he paid the toll on the spot and provided bank statements as proof. Under Italian law, highway concessionaires can claim payment within ten years, leading to widespread retrospective demands.

In May 2026, French motorhome owner Michel received a letter from Italian debt collection company Nivi S.p.A. demanding €119.36 for an unpaid toll in Genoa from September 2020. Michel claims he paid €80.50 on the spot and provided bank statements as evidence. Under Italian law, the statute of limitations for such debts is 10 years, and EU Directive 2019/520 has facilitated cross-border data exchange, leading to an increase in such claims years after travel.

Luigi and Cinzia arrived in Castronno on Thursday by motorhome and are already exploring the town with GPS in hand. They are participating in the Mega-Event 'Geocaching Made in Italy', scheduled for May 30 at the local festivity area. The event has attracted over 800 participants from 15 European countries. One of the caches is hidden in a bookcrossing spot outside the local newspaper office.

For Vasco Rossi's double concert in Ferrara on June 5–6, 2026, a temporary campsite with 250 pitches has been set up at the municipal velodrome. A dedicated guarded parking area for motorhomes, S1 Camper, is available near the fairground, bookable via Parkforfun. Tent rental is sold out, but pitches for personal tents can still be reserved.

According to the Camping Report 2026 by Campeggi.com, bookings at Italian campsites increased by 34% compared to 2025. Families account for 77% of bookings, couples without children 18%, and solo travelers 5%. The most requested services are animation and mini clubs (37%), pet-friendly facilities (19%), and proximity to beaches and pools (15%). 65% of tourists prefer fixed accommodations (bungalows, mobile homes), 32% seek pitches for motorhomes, caravans, and tents, and 3% choose glamping. 52% of bookings are from Italians, 48% from foreigners, led by Germans (21%). The fastest-growing destination is Liguria (+64%), followed by Sardinia (14%) and Tuscany (10%). Italians stay an average of 7–8 days, foreigners two weeks.