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10 Best Gifts for Campervan Owners and Road Trip Enthusiasts

10 Best Gifts for Campervan Owners and Road Trip Enthusiasts

Great news, the holiday season is upon us! Even better news, we're going to help you honour last year's promise of getting the Christmas shopping done early this time round! With this list of inspiration for the best gifts for campervan owners and travellers, you'll be prepared and ready to rock once the festivities start. Check out these incredibly fun and useful present ideas for motorhome owners and all other road trip enthusiasts, whether they own your own vehicle or not.

Best Breakfast Ideas For Your Campervan

Best Breakfast Ideas For Your Campervan

We’ve put together some ideas for camping breakfasts to suit all tastes and travel set-ups. There are dishes you can cook on an open fire as the sun rises and there are options that you can enjoy when the weather doesn’t cooperate, or you don’t have cooking facilities.

Vanlife on a Budget: How to Reduce Your Costs on the Road

Vanlife on a Budget: How to Reduce Your Costs on the Road

Life is getting more expensive; there's no denying it. And vanlife is no different. There are some ways to reduce the cost of your motorhome trip, namely your fuel consumption during your trip. And these tips are not only budget-friendly, but environmentally friendly too! We spoke to Jake, the UK Country Manager, to hear more about this.

Everything You Need to Know About Campervan Microwaves

Everything You Need to Know About Campervan Microwaves

At first glance, microwaves might seem like a luxury for campervan holidaymakers. But if you want to tuck into heated-up food or enjoy a hot drink in a matter of seconds when you’re on the road, they can be a very welcome addition to your travel setup. This handy guide will talk you through everything you need to know about campervan microwaves.

Everything You Need to Know About Cleaning Your Motorhome Chemical Toilet

Everything You Need to Know About Cleaning Your Motorhome Chemical Toilet

This guide on everything you need to know about cleaning your motorhome chemical toilet will give you the complete lowdown on this rather unpleasant but very necessary activity. From what the different types of chemicals do to how to prepare, empty and maintain your chemical toilet, we’ve got it covered.

Choosing the Best Fridge For Your Motorhome

Choosing the Best Fridge For Your Motorhome

Buying a fridge for your motorhome is, quite frankly, a great idea. The first time you uncork that cool bottle of chardonnay, uncap a frosty beer or add fresh, uncurdled milk to your tea or coffee you’ll be glad you made the investment. This guide to choosing the best fridge for your motorhome will give you all the information you need to make the right choice for you and your fellow travellers.

Choosing the Best Motorhome Reversing Camera

Choosing the Best Motorhome Reversing Camera

Reversing in a motorhome or campervan can be a challenge, even for experienced drivers. While the side mirrors offer some visibility, both drivers and passengers cannot get a full view of the back of the vehicle. This guide will talk you through the different types of campervan reversing cameras and some valuable features to consider when deciding on your ideal product. We’ll also offer recommendations for popular and well-reviewed models to suit every budget.

Everything You Need to Know About Motorhome GPS

Everything You Need to Know About Motorhome GPS

Every modern traveller knows that a good sat nav can mean the difference between a smooth, enjoyable journey and one where you wish you’d just stayed at home. So, if you’re looking to invest in a new sat nav for your motorhome or you’re a first-time buyer, you’re in the right place.

Everything You Need to Know About Motorhome WiFi

Everything You Need to Know About Motorhome WiFi

Choosing the best WiFi for your campervan can be a challenge. You can’t always predict how far off the beaten track your adventures will take you, and you won’t always be able to access the WiFi at your accommodation. If you’re looking to find out what the best mobile WiFi is, you’re in the right place. We’ve put together a high-level guide on everything you need about WiFi in motorhomes.

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Campervan TV

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Campervan TV

Choosing a campervan TV can be a confusing business. There are a lot of choices out there and you want to be sure your purchase will last you long into the future. With this in mind, we’ve hand-picked some of the top portable TVs for camping in 2023 so you can decide on the right one for you and have more time to plan the rest of your holiday.

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Campervan Awning

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Campervan Awning

Gone are the days when awnings require hours of your valuable holiday time and endless patience to put up and take down. Today’s versions are surprisingly lightweight and can be set up in minutes. From selecting the right type of awning for your motorhome to choosing the most durable fabrics, here is your complete guide to choosing a campervan awning.

How Can I Save Fuel on My Motorhome Trip?

How Can I Save Fuel on My Motorhome Trip?

Rising fuel prices can make you doubt whether a road trip is the best option for your holiday, or even possible. But we often overestimate how much fuel is required for a trip, especially if we take certain fuel-saving practices into account. So don’t let rising fuel prices impact your motorhome holiday, as with the right preparation, you’ll find it to still be the best option for your trip.

Finding the Best Motorhome Bike Rack

Finding the Best Motorhome Bike Rack

We’ve hand-picked 2023’s best selection of motorhome cycle racks to save you some time when preparing for your next multi-wheeled adventure.

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Campervan Stove

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Campervan Stove

Whatever kind of chef you are, your cooker is a crucial piece of kit, so it’s important to make the right choice about it. Whether you’re doing a conversion yourself and want to build in a fixed stove or just want something portable, we’ve researched and gathered all the information you need before buying the ideal stove for your van.

The Winter Motorhome Storage Checklist

The Winter Motorhome Storage Checklist

Autumn has started and soon it will start getting cold and it will be time to winterise your motorhome! To make sure you do not forget anything, we made a checklist for you. This list will help you put your camper in the stall so that you can use it in no time and / or rent it out to excited travellers. Handy, right? So check out this list, print it out and get ready for winter!

Everything You Need to Know About Setting up a Campervan Shower

Everything You Need to Know About Setting up a Campervan Shower

We’ve made a simple guide, compiling resources from some of the most trusted DIY campervan conversion blogs out there, to help you install the best camping shower for your motorhome. With your campervan shower ready, you can get clean any time, any place.

The Best Camping Coffee Maker for Your Campervan

The Best Camping Coffee Maker for Your Campervan

For many motorhome owners, having a camping coffee maker is a non-negotiable part of the vanlife bargain. Not only will you save money, but you’ll save time being able to brew it yourself. Whether you’re the type of person to sit and soak in the fresh smells and sounds of the morning with your hands wrapped around your favourite mug, or fill up a thermos and get straight up that mountain when the light breaks, coffee just makes everything better.

Everything You Need to Know About Setting up Solar Panels for Campervans

Everything You Need to Know About Setting up Solar Panels for Campervans

For any motorhome owner who cares about the environment, it can be disconcerting that these big, heavy vehicles we love to use to enjoy nature… run on those nasty fossil fuels which jeopardise a future where we continue to enjoy it. Luckily, if you want to decrease your use of fossil fuels on the road, you can do so considerably by installing solar panels in your motorhome.

Diesel in the Water Tank: What Now?

Diesel in the Water Tank: What Now?

It sounds terrible, but we promise it’s not as bad as it sounds, and it happens more often than you would think! Putting diesel into the water tank is a common mistake by new campervan travellers, and the most important thing is how you proceed after the mistake has been made. So what should you do if diesel is in your water tank?

Everything You Need to Know About Setting up Motorhome Electrics

Everything You Need to Know About Setting up Motorhome Electrics

The idea of wiring and installing the electrics, for most people doing a campervan conversion, can be daunting. There is, undeniably, quite a lot to think about when it comes to planning your DIY camper electrical system. Luckily, we have put a lot of time into researching and collecting all the information you’ll need into one concise, diagram-filled post.

The Complete Guide to Making a Motorhome Kitchen

The Complete Guide to Making a Motorhome Kitchen

For most people undertaking a van conversion, a working kitchen is essential on the list of things to include. Nothing beats being able to share a hot meal quickly and easily after a big adventure. The great thing about making your own custom kitchen one is that no matter what size space you’re working with, you can come up with an arrangement that suits you and your campervan.