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🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Bad Kreuznach Lions Club Advent Calendar: Motorhome Trip and 1000 Euro Prizes Announced

The Lions Club Bad Kreuznach has announced the main prizes for its Advent calendar draw on December 24th. The prizes include a one-week motorhome rental voucher from Eura Mobil and a 1000 euro savings voucher from Sparkasse Rhein-Nahe. Winning tickets, identified by specific numbers, can be claimed at the Sparkasse branch in Bad Kreuznach until February 15, 2026.

Source: rhein-zeitung.de ↗

Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Woman moves into a caravan near her grandfather, her life changes significantly

A woman moved into a caravan near her grandfather's home after a year of living with her parents due to long COVID. She regained her confidence, began dating again, and her grandfather felt less lonely as a result.

Source: focus.ua ↗

🇬🇧 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Campervan owners can earn £135,000 annually from rentals alongside full-time jobs

A couple from Bedfordshire generated £135,000 in turnover last year by renting out their motorhomes, enabling them to purchase a £210,000 holiday let. They manage the business alongside their primary jobs, handling cleaning, marketing, and maintenance themselves. The income allows for reinvestment, with plans to expand their fleet to seven vehicles by 2026.

Source: birminghammail.co.uk ↗

Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Canadian Travellers Driving Surge In Manual Campervan Bookings In New Zealand

A New Zealand rental company reports increased bookings from Canadian tourists, specifically for manual transmission campervans. The trend is linked to Canadians' familiarity with manual vehicles and expanded flight availability from Fiji Airways. The company's manual 'Queenie' model, based on a Toyota HiAce, is noted for its fuel efficiency and suitability for extended trips.

Source: pacific.scoop.co.nz ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Buying Used Caravans: Clever Savings with These Tips

Purchasing a used caravan can be a cost-effective entry into camping, but requires careful inspection of key technical and legal factors. Key considerations include the permissible total weight, which must not exceed 3.5 tons for a standard Class B driver's license, and a realistic budget, as models under €1,000 are often only suitable for restoration. A professional damp inspection, costing between €90 and €200, is recommended to avoid expensive subsequent repairs.

Source: t-online.de ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Indoor Camping: Unusual Accommodations Offer Weatherproof Comfort

Indoor camping sites provide a weatherproof alternative to traditional camping, particularly in winter. Facilities in Berlin, Bremen, Bonn, and the Black Forest repurpose industrial halls to house historic caravans, trailers, and themed huts, with nightly prices starting around 35 euros. These sites offer shared sanitary facilities and common areas, maintaining a camping atmosphere under a fixed roof.

Source: welt.de ↗

🇺🇸 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

I Moved Into a Camper Van Outside My Grandfather's Home

The author moved into a self-contained camper van parked in her grandfather's yard for three months. This arrangement provided her with a transitional step toward independence while recovering from long COVID and simultaneously alleviated her grandfather's loneliness following the loss of his wife and dog.

Source: businessinsider.com ↗

🇨🇦 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

BLUETTI Holiday Gift Guide: Powering Canada Winter Adventures with Boxing Day Savings

BLUETTI is offering discounts of up to 56% on portable power stations and accessories in Canada from December 19 to 31, 2025. The promotion features several models, including the 2,073.6Wh Elite 200 V2 power station priced at $1,529 and the compact 128Wh Elite 10 model for $159, all marketed for winter outdoor activities.

Source: manilatimes.net ↗

Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Despite Decline: How Popular Was Camping in Austria in 2025

Camping overnight stays in Austria decreased by 4.7% in summer 2025 compared to the record 2024 season, totaling 4,318,735 nights. The decline, attributed to unusually wet and cool July weather, was most pronounced in Lower and Upper Austria, while Burgenland and Vienna saw significant increases. Data from camping.info shows domestic tourism fell by 5.1%, and the most visited campground was Ferienparadies Natterer See in Tyrol.

Source: meinbezirk.at ↗

Lifestyle 26.12.2025

From cubicle to camper van: Singaporean couple give up 5-figure paychecks to travel the world

A Singaporean couple left their engineering careers to adopt a full-time camper van lifestyle. They financed the move through passive income from 26 US rental properties, which generate an estimated $36,000 in monthly gross rent. After purchasing a van for $19,000 and spending $32,000 on conversions, they have undertaken extended trips across multiple continents.

Source: asiaone.com ↗

🇫🇷 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Provence Tour in the Forster T 669 EB: Test Living & Travel Tips

A report details a motorhome trip through Southern France in a Forster T 669 EB Coupé during the off-season. The vehicle, a semi-integrated motorhome with a 165 PS diesel engine, 100L fresh water, and a 142L fridge, facilitated stays away from crowded tourist centers. The article provides practical advice for such trips, including the need for pre-booking in certain areas and specific vehicle regulations for France.

Source: autozeitung.de ↗

🇺🇸 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Michigan DNR seeks volunteer campground hosts for summer season

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is recruiting volunteers to serve as campground hosts in state parks and rustic forest campgrounds. In exchange for approximately 30 hours of work per week assisting visitors, hosts receive a waiver of all campsite fees. Positions are available from April through October at over 100 locations, including some of the state's most booked campgrounds.

Source: mlive.com ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Motorhomes and Caravans: How to Prepare Them for Winter Storage

The ACE motoring club has issued guidelines for winterizing motorhomes and caravans. Key recommendations include finding covered storage, securing vehicles against theft, and performing maintenance such as checking seals and inflating tires. For trailers parked on public streets, local regulations may require moving them every two weeks without a special permit.

Source: lz.de ↗

🇬🇧 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Printweek - Finding freedom on four wheels

Printweek interviewed several executives from the printing industry who are also motorhome and camper van owners. They discussed their vehicle choices, including models from Dethleffs, Volkswagen, and Knaus, and shared travel experiences across Europe, from Scotland's North Coast 500 to Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. The owners also noted occasional use of their vehicles for work-related travel and logistics.

Source: printweek.com ↗

🇺🇸 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

What to Bring Overlanding: Tools and Tips for a Successful Adventure

This article outlines essential gear and planning considerations for unsupported, vehicle-based adventure travel. Key recommendations include selecting appropriate sleeping arrangements like rooftop tents or interior beds, carrying critical recovery tools such as traction boards and a full-size spare tire, and utilizing navigation apps and satellite communication for safety in remote areas.

Source: gearjunkie.com ↗

🇺🇸 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Before You Store Your RV For Winter, Do This To Protect Your Battery

Proper winter storage is critical for RV batteries, which are prone to damage from inactivity and cold. For lead-acid batteries, owners should clean terminals, check electrolyte levels, fully charge, and ideally use an automatic maintainer indoors. Lithium batteries require charging to the manufacturer's specified level and complete disconnection from the vehicle to minimize self-discharge.

Source: jalopnik.com ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Motorhomes and Caravans: How to Prepare Them for Winter Storage

The ACE automobile club has issued guidelines for winterizing motorhomes and caravans. Key recommendations include storing vehicles under cover, using theft protection devices like wheel clamps, and maintaining tire pressure at 0.5 bar above normal. All water systems must be drained to prevent frost damage, and batteries require either permanent connection to a charger or removal for dry storage.

Source: az-online.de ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Talsperre Pöhl: Which Campers Will Have to Pay More in 2026

Despite poor weather, the Pöhl reservoir camping site recorded over 40,000 overnight stays in the 2025 season. Due to rising maintenance costs, fees will be increased for the 2026 season, though the specific categories of campers affected are detailed in the full article.

Source: freiepresse.de ↗

🇦🇺 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Ghost Camping: What it is, how campsite hoarding works, why free spots sit empty and everything to know

The practice of 'ghost camping,' where travelers reserve prime campsites but leave them empty, is reportedly increasing in Australia. Operators of a camping directory note the issue is most prevalent during peak holiday periods in popular coastal and national park areas, where it is difficult to police as many spots are free. They report instances, such as along the Murray River, where the majority of parked caravans and motorhomes were unoccupied.

Source: 9news.com.au ↗

Lifestyle 26.12.2025

French motor homers choosing Portugal

Portugal is the second most popular off-season European destination for French motorhome owners, according to a 2025 barometer. The study of 610,000 French leisure vehicle owners shows Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Germany, and Italy as their top foreign destinations. Key factors influencing their choice include tranquility, security, service quality, and affordable prices.

Source: theportugalnews.com ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 25.12.2025

Into Winter Hibernation: Motorhomes and Caravans - How They Go into Hibernation

The ACE automobile club has issued guidelines for winterizing motorhomes and caravans. Recommendations include finding covered parking, securing vehicles against theft, and performing maintenance such as checking seals and winterizing water systems. Batteries should be kept charged or removed, and tire pressure should be increased by 0.5 bar for storage.

Source: volksstimme.de ↗

🇦🇺 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

How to do a family-friendly road trip through Western Australia | The Advocate

A family's three-week, 3000-kilometer campervan trip in Western Australia yielded practical advice for similar journeys. Key recommendations include booking caravan parks and tours well in advance during peak seasons, carrying ample water and fuel due to long distances and bore water reliance, and budgeting for additional costs like powered sites and park entry fees. The experience also highlighted the importance of vehicle security and network coverage in remote areas.

Source: theadvocate.com.au ↗

🇦🇺 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

How to do a family-friendly road trip through Western Australia | Illawarra Mercury

A family's three-week, 3000-kilometer campervan trip in Western Australia provides practical advice for similar journeys. Key recommendations include booking caravan parks and tours well in advance during peak seasons, as powered sites can cost around $100 per night. Travelers should carry ample water due to unsafe bore water in the northwest and be prepared for limited mobile signal and long distances between fuel stops.

Source: illawarramercury.com.au ↗

🇦🇺 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

How to do a family-friendly road trip through Western Australia | The Examiner

A family's three-week, 3000-kilometer campervan trip in Western Australia yielded practical advice for similar journeys. Key recommendations include booking caravan parks and tours well in advance during peak seasons, carrying ample water and fuel due to long distances and limited services, and accounting for additional costs like park entry fees and powered sites, which can reach $100 per night. The experience also highlighted the importance of vehicle security and network coverage in remote areas.

Source: examiner.com.au ↗

🇺🇸 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

The Best Overland Books: Inspiration and Lessons for Life on the Road

A list of recommended books for overland travel inspiration and practical knowledge has been compiled from personal and expert recommendations. Key selections include the 2021 fifth edition of 'Vehicle-Dependent Expedition Guide' and the 2025 release 'Overlanding 101: A Field Guide to Vehicle-Based Adventure Travel'. The list also features classic travelogues such as 'Jupiter's Travels' and 'First Overland: London–Singapore by Land Rover'.

Source: gearjunkie.com ↗

🇬🇧 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Highbridge Caravans' 60th anniversary challenge raises huge £12,500 for hospice

A team from Highbridge Caravans completed a non-stop 24-hour journey from Land's End to John O'Groats to mark the company's 60th anniversary. The fundraiser for Children's Hospice South West more than doubled its £6,000 target, raising over £12,500. The event also revisited a similar charity drive the company undertook in 1981.

Source: burnham-on-sea.com ↗

🇺🇸 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Life on the Road: Redefining Luxury and Adventure Living

A couple with extensive RV travel experience has used a Grech STRADA-ion Class B motorhome for over three years. The vehicle, built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis, features a 51V lithium-ion battery system providing up to 14 hours of air conditioning and all-wheel drive. The couple will showcase the model at the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa from January 14 to 18, 2026.

Source: robbreport.com ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Camping on Lake Constance: These 9 Campsites Are Located Directly on the Water

The article lists nine campsites situated directly on the shores of Lake Constance, suitable for tents, caravans, and motorhomes. Key details include the number of pitches, specific amenities like private beaches or restaurants, and locations in Switzerland and Germany. For instance, Camping Amriswil in Uttwil offers 55 pitches and sleeping pods, while Camping Park Gohren in Kressbronn accommodates over 800 units.

Source: dnn.de ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Winter Camping in Baden-Württemberg: On the Road on the Black Forest High Road

The article details a winter camping route along Germany's Black Forest High Road, a scenic route between Baden-Baden and Freudenstadt. It lists specific, year-round campsites suitable for motorhomes, including Natur-Camp Tannenfels and Stellplatz Baden-Baden, noting their facilities and altitudes. Key winter activities highlighted along the route include guided snowshoe tours in the national park, skiing, and access to spa facilities.

Source: web.de ↗

🇩🇪 Lifestyle 26.12.2025

Expensive Rents: Is Living on a Campsite a Way Out?

High rents are leading some to consider permanent residence on campsites, though it is often legally prohibited. In Rhineland-Palatinate, an annual campsite pitch costs between €1,000 and €3,000, significantly less than an apartment, but most sites are zoned for recreation, not permanent residence. While some municipalities tolerate year-round living, industry representatives advise against it, emphasizing campsites are for holidays, with many enforcing annual stay limits.

Source: swr.de ↗

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