Britain's £2 levy may double caravan holidays · VanLife Weekly #25
Britain's £2 nightly levy could raise budget caravan holiday costs by 66–100%; Croatia and Italy also lead the week.
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VanSky index for Daggakraal, South Africa — 73 out of 100 (Comfortable). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed several times a day from real weather observations.
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Daggakraal, South Africa — VanSky 73 out of 100. Comfortable for a route. Ranked #290 of 402 cities in the country (as of 26 June 2026). Temperature 16°C, wind 11 km/h. Solar panels yield 1.5 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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Daggakraal ranks 387 of 402 cities. Country average VanSky — 81.
Updated: 20.06.2026
Diesel
$1.69 /l
ZAR27.92 · €1.48/l
77 of 132
pricier than 58% of countries
Petrol
$1.69 /l
ZAR28.02 · €1.49/l
87 of 134
pricier than 64% of countries
Bushwakka has introduced the Kamelback 4 module for the Toyota Land Cruiser Serie 79 Double Cab, converting the pickup into a motorhome. The module costs from $33,482, with the vehicle sold separately.
South African company Bushwakka has unveiled the Kamelback 4 camper based on the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series. The marine aluminum module sleeps four and features a kitchen, hot water system, and optional shower.
South African company Bushwakka has unveiled the Kamelback 4 camper module for the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series. The module sleeps four, includes a kitchen, shower, and electrical system. The conversion costs about $33,300 without the base vehicle.
The article examines the historical role of caravan parks in shaping South Africa's domestic tourism during the 20th century. Destinations such as Warmbaths (now Bela-Bela), Hartenbos, Margate, Velddrif, Gariep Dam, and Hibberdene became hubs for family holidays. While changing travel preferences have reduced their peak popularity, many parks have adapted by offering modern amenities and glamping options, retaining appeal for affordable nature-based getaways.
Members of the Hell Razors Bikers Club conducted a charity outreach at Sonop Caravan Park in South Africa on May 17. They delivered essential supplies including food parcels, blankets, sanitary packs, sweets, and baby nappies. The initiative was led by Ryan Demoser, who organized the event over several months. Club president Terence Holder noted that similar outreach has been held annually since 1993, supporting various charities in Ekurhuleni.
A family from Cape Town, South Africa — Addi, Judy, and their son TJ Logan — have moved into a fully equipped recreational vehicle for permanent residence. They plan to travel across the country, using the RV as their primary home. The decision is driven by a desire to change their lifestyle and reduce housing costs.
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