UK holiday parks change hands · VanLife Weekly #21
Sun Communities sells UK chain Park Holidays for $1bn. Plus: 4 ADAC routes through Hesse, barriers in Alghero, Singapore family heads to Turkey.
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Locality · San Martin Department, Peru
VanSky index for Soritor, Peru — 92 out of 100 (Ideal). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed every 3 hours from real weather observations.
Soritor, Peru — VanSky 85 out of 100. Ideal conditions for motorhome travel. Ranked #75 of 182 cities in the country (as of 31 May 2026). Temperature 23°C, wind 8 km/h. Solar panels yield 1.5 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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Roadsurfer has introduced the Couple Cottage camper van based on the Weinsberg CaraTour with a fixed roof. The vehicle is nearly 6 meters long with an interior height of 1.9 m. It features a kitchen with two gas burners, a 69-liter refrigerator, heating system, and a bathroom with shower and toilet. The rear double bed is always set up, with storage underneath.
The article explains that living together in a camper van or motorhome requires strict organization due to limited space (about 2 sq m of free area). The key is the 'turn rule': two people should not occupy the same space at the same time, e.g., while one cooks, the other stays in the lounge area. This prevents collisions, discomfort, and injuries.
Short videos featuring AI-generated objects with faces and voices are trending on social media, warning motorhome owners about common oversights. The clip highlights consequences of leaving skylights, windows, fridge, drawers, retractable step, or awning open. For instance, an open skylight can tear off at speed, causing an accident and a fine up to 200 euros, with repairs potentially reaching 1000 euros.
TikToker Marina Luca (@marinaaluca) in a viral video listed apps she says are essential for saving money on camper van trips. She recommends Park4night for finding overnight spots, Google Maps for navigation and nearby services, Wikiloc for route planning, and GasAll for fuel price comparison. According to the article, converting a van into a camper costs between €800 and €30,000 depending on complexity and size.
IKEA offers several practical and compact accessories for outfitting camper vans. The list includes stackable tableware, organizers, a compact broom and dustpan set, and a hanging storage system, with each item priced under 10 euros.
Kia has unveiled the PV5 electric van. A modular kit from VanLab transforms it into a camper in five minutes without tools. Priced around $2,000, the kit includes a bed, kitchen, and storage systems.
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