Monthly Archives: April 2012
The Dragon comes out of his den to give motorhome company a boost
April 30th, 2012
Theo Paphitis is more readily spotted in the Dragon’s Den than out on the road, but if a recent tweet is anything to go by it seems that he could have a soft spot for the motorhome. He’s a regular … Read more
Why 2012 is the perfect year for a caravan holiday
April 28th, 2012
Staycationing is on the rise, and if you haven’t taken the plunge with a good old caravan holiday yet then now’s the time to do so. 2012 is a brilliant year for the UK and with so many wonderful things … Read more
Save time and money with motorhome insurance comparisons
April 26th, 2012
Searching for motorhome insurance is never going to be the highlight of your day. It’s easy to make rash decisions in an attempt to claw some time back, but if you want to get the best price then this is … Read more
Choosing the perfect caravan site
April 24th, 2012
It’s the time of year that we all start thinking about caravan holidays and weekend trips, and if you’re considering heading off on a much-needed break you might be wondering which way to go. Unless you’ve got a list of … Read more
Recession-proof your motorhome by running it on oil
April 22nd, 2012
Running a motorhome can be an expensive pastime these days. Not only do you need to keep up to date with your motorhome maintenance routine but the cost of motorhome insurance seems to be constantly on the rise, and what … Read more
Time to book that annual service
April 20th, 2012
Caravan maintenance is essential if you want your vehicle to remain in good working order. Failing to complete the necessary checks can mean your caravan becomes unusable before its time, and the cost of putting things right could escalate out … Read more
Motorhomes—then and now
April 18th, 2012
Motorhomes are everywhere these days, but the modern incarnations are a far cry from the original designs. Motorhomes first began appearing in the early 1900s when coach builders started adapting cars and trucks to include living quarters, either by … Read more
A peek into the first upper class caravan
April 16th, 2012
We may think of many modern caravans as being the height of luxury, but really, you haven’t seen anything yet. It was during the 1920s that caravanning first became popular but it was normally an activity reserved for the rich … Read more
Always be prepared
April 14th, 2012
Always be prepared. It should be a mantra for everyday life but it’s even more important to remember when you’re on the road, and if you’re driving a motorhome it’s essential you’re ready for anything. You never know what’s around … Read more
The creation of the caravan – a timeline
April 12th, 2012
The caravan in its current incarnation first became popular in the beginning of the last century, and before that it was the reserve of the Romani people who used their wagons for transportation as well as dwelling. Since that time … Read more