Living in a motorhome is one of life’s great pleasures. Whether you full-time or spend a couple of weeks a year on holiday, enjoy UK travel or prefer to head across the water to Europe (or beyond), we’ve got tips, info and stories about life on the road.
Living in a Motorhome
Living in a motorhome is a hugely appealing lifestyle for many. Selling up and living in a motorhome is not for the faint hearted though and will undoubtedly mean compromise. Read on to understand what living in a motorhome permanently is really like.
Winter in a Motorhome – Tips, Tricks & Essentials
Travelling and living in a motorhome in winter can be really special – think a cosy van, snuggly blanket and hot chocolate from your whistling kettle, along with clear crisp winter sun days and blissfully quiet campsites. To really enjoy winter in a motorhome, your van and gear need to be properly prepared. We’ll show you how!
How to Spend a Merry Christmas in a Motorhome (& love it!)
Whether you’re planning to spend Christmas in your motorhome because it’s your happy place or you live there every day, we’ve got lots of tips and ideas to make it the best motorhome or camper van Christmas possible!
Two Years of Motorhome Life – What Have We Learned?
Back in May 2020, we reached a milestone – we had been travelling Europe in a motorhome full time for two years! These are our thoughts, musings and lessons learned in our second year of full time motorhome life.
What Is the True Cost of Touring Europe in a Motorhome?
Are you planning a tour of Europe in your motorhome or camper van? Find out about the cost of travelling Europe in a motorhome or campervan and whether you need a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow to finance your trip.
How to Find the Best Free Motorhome Camping Spots in UK & Europe
Wondering where to find the best free overnight motorhome camping spots? We share all the resources and motorhome parking tips you need for a great night’s free sleep when you’re on the road.
Motorhome & Campervan Cooking Tips, Tricks & Equipment
If you like a full roast or are partial to banana bread, whatever your motorhome cooking style you’ll find all the information you need on motorhome and campervan cooking options here.
The Best Printable Motorhome Checklists
If you’re a motorhome owner and planning a trip,storing your motorhome or even buying a a new one, you’ll find all the motorhome checklists you need to keep motorhome life running without a hitch…(see what I did there?).
The Best Motorhome Microwave – A Buyer’s Guide
Microwave ovens are essential bits of kitchen equipment for most of us and it’s no different when we travel in our home from home. If you’re looking to retro-fit or carry a microwave in your motorhome or campervan, we’ve got all the information you need to make the right choice.
How to Stop Condensation in a Campervan
If you’re struggling with condensation in your campervan our motorhome, find out what you can do to prevent and resolve the problem.
An Easy Guide to Motorhome WIFI and Internet
Wifi and internet access in life has become essential. Living in a motorhome is no different – researching, blogging, social media, keeping in touch and even smart motorhome connectivity means wifi and internet is critical. If you’re wondering how to get internet in a motorhome, this easy and definitive guide to getting internet and wifi in your motorhome is for you.
How to Take a Gap Year (for Over 50s)
Do you wish you could step off the wheel and find a different way to live your life? Are you stuck in a career rut and need time out to re-assess and re-connect? Or just wondering what else is out there? An adult gap year may be just what you need…
Ten Truths of Travelling Together
Long term travelling together with your significant other takes commitment and a lot of work. But you will grow as a couple, strengthen your bonds and share the most incredible experiences, which can only make them more special. Here’s why.
Ten Questions About Motorhome Life
People are fascinated by motorhome life; existing motorhome and van lifers share stories and tall tales about their escapades and those uninitiated are intrigued about living life in a tin box. We get asked a lot of questions about our life style; here are the top ten questions and our no holds barred, totally honest answers…
The Essential Guide to Full-Timing Motorhome Insurance
If you have sold, or are renting your property to live and travel full-time in your motorhome or campervan then you need to understand the ins and outs of motorhome ‘full-timing’ insurance.
Motorhome Mishaps; That Time We Broke the Bed
It was late July and 43° in western France; I could hear Phil’s voice echoing in my memory as I stood in the motorhome wondering how I was going to explain our predicament; a predicament with the worst possible timing and consequences for the next couple of weeks.
Ten Things We Have Learnt in A Year of Motorhome Life
We have been travelling and living motorhome life full-time for A WHOLE YEAR! We can’t believe how quickly the time has passed and how much we have learnt on the motorhome life journey; both actual and metaphorical!
Eleven Ways to Stay Clean Wild Camping
It’s important to maintain personal hygiene whether you’re hiking with a backpack, spending a week in a tent or living in a motorhome. Staying clean on a camping trip is easy if you follow our guide and tips on camping hygiene, managing water consumption and minimising your impact on the environment.
Fifteen Awesome Reasons to Choose Motorhome Life
Considering turning your dream of motorhome life into a reality? There are so many reasons to own a motorhome, these are our top fifteen.
Ten Things NOT To Do in a Motorhome
Full-time motorhome life is both the greatest thing ever and the worst thing ever…usually dependent on the weather and how much wine you’ve drunk the night before! For us, it is overwhelmingly the greatest thing ever, because we follow our list of ten things NOT to do….
Staying Safe & Legal in Your Motorhome
If you live or travel in a motorhome then you need to know how to stay safe and keep on the right side of the law. You will find everything you need to know here about staying safe and legal in your motorhome.
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