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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VanSky index for Szerszenie, Poland — 92 out of 100 (Ideal). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed every 3 hours from real weather observations.
Szerszenie, Poland — VanSky 87 out of 100. Ideal conditions for motorhome travel. Ranked #373 of 492 cities in the country (as of 31 May 2026). Temperature 18°C, wind 14 km/h. Solar panels yield 1.2 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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Diesel
$1.86 /l
PLN6.73 · €1.59/l
80 of 127
pricier than 62% of countries
Petrol
$1.75 /l
PLN6.35 · €1.50/l
81 of 126
pricier than 63% of countries
LPG
$1.00 /l
PLN3.65 · €0.86/l
23 of 46
cheaper than 52% of countries
In Poland, the number of family disputes over expensive motorhome purchases is rising. Owners who financed vehicles costing up to 800,000 zlotys often cut costs on campsites and parking, disappointing partners expecting comfortable vacations. The country's motorhome infrastructure remains underdeveloped.
Ticket sales for the 5th edition of the Przystanek_Targi caravanning rally will open on June 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM. The event will take place from October 15 to 18, 2026 at the Poznań International Fairgrounds, accommodating over 300 crews. The package includes numbered parking spots, multi-entry tickets to Caravans Salon, Tour Salon and Festiwal Śladami Marzeń exhibitions, electricity hookups, sanitary facilities, and an evening gathering with live music. The rally is part of the Caravans Salon Poland 2026 trade fair and has seen growing interest each year.
According to a Eurocamp Polska report, 65% of Poles now perceive campsites as modern resorts with water parks and extensive infrastructure. Only 7% of respondents have not changed their view. The most popular destinations are Italy, Croatia, and Spain, with the latter expected to be the season's hit due to geopolitical tensions and a search for safe European alternatives.
Volkswagen has unveiled the updated Grand California, fully manufactured in Poland. The model features a new interior with Atami Bamboo color scheme, black details, and improved ergonomics, including new cabinet locks and a foldable table. A Dune version with off-road styling and enhanced equipment has also been introduced. The Grand California is available in two lengths (6 and 6.8 m) and includes a bathroom, kitchen with refrigerator and gas stove.
Citroën has matched the prices of electric vans with their diesel counterparts in a promotion for the Polish market. The e-Berlingo Van with a 54 kWh battery and a range of about 340 km costs from PLN 79,990 net – the same as the 1.5-liter diesel version with 100 hp. The offer also covers the e-Jumpy (from PLN 91,990) and e-Jumper (from PLN 176,710). Stellantis notes that with rising fuel costs, electric vehicles are more advantageous in total cost of ownership due to cheaper energy and lower maintenance.
According to a Eurocamp Polska report, 65% of Poles now perceive campsites as modern resorts with water parks and infrastructure comparable to luxury hotels. Only 7% of respondents have not changed their view. The most popular destinations remain Italy and Croatia, with Spain expected to see increased interest this season.
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