Guide to Caravan Holidays – Caravan holidays are coming back into fashion – ever since the huge Vanlife trend blew up on TikTok, more families than ever before have been hitting the open road. A cheaper alternative to a holiday let or cottage, caravans are the perfect holiday for families with smaller children – or couples looking for a quick escape.
Family Guide to Caravan Holidays
Whilst on a caravan adventure, it’s important that you feel at home. Whether you’re travelling around the country on a touring caravan or setting up camp at a sleepy campsite – it is important to remember to be comfortable on your travels.
In this blog, I’m going to be giving my top tips on how to have an enjoyable family caravan getaway!
Tip #1: Wrap up warm
In the UK, our summers can be a bit chaotic. We can never predict whether it’s going to be a blistering heat, or tipping it down with rain. I recommend bringing lots of layers and blankets to make sure you’re warm overnight.
Being dry and warm can make a big difference out on the road!
Tip 2: Make sure your caravan is ready for a big trip
Ensure you check your caravan is well maintained before your adventure. Check everything from your caravan window seals to the tyres you’ll be using – you wouldn’t want an avoidable disaster to happen miles from home.
Tip #3: Bring supplies
Whilst the UK is rich in beautiful restaurants and food – eating out all the time can be expensive. I recommend bringing some basics – such as coffee, tea, cereals and rice with you, and topping up on meats, cheeses and other perishables on the road. Make sure you bring snacks for the journey – especially if you have little ones!
Tip #4: Come prepared
Wellies, sandals, swimming costumes, raincoats, and trainers are important to have onboard. Make sure you pack weather-appropriate clothing and check the forecast in advance. If you are partaking on a long hike or plan ongoing paddle-boarding, then make sure you bring the appropriate equipment. Leaving it at home can be costly.
Tip #5: take lots of pictures
Family holidays are precious, so make sure you take lots of pictures to treasure the memories. You could even create a bespoke travel journal to document your adventures, especially if you plan on being on the road for a while.
You don’t even need a big camera – taking pictures on your phone is a handy way to keep all of your memories together.
Tip #6: bring a pack of cards
A deck of cards is a brilliant way to spend an evening, a long travel day or rainy afternoon. With endless options of games to play – the whole family will enjoy some quality, unplugged time together.
Caravan holidays are super exciting, and ensuring you are prepared is essential for having a relaxing break.
Debz Louise is a plus-size blogger based in Yorkshire. Behind many nationwide campaigns such as #WeaAreTheThey & winner of Best Blogger at the UK Plus Size Awards, she talkas about life as a plus-size 40-something woman in South Yorkshire.
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