Only 30 km from Krynica-Zdrój, in the north-eastern part of Slovakia, is Bardejov, a picturesque resort famous for its spa and the country's oldest Renaissance town hall. Currently, the building houses the city history museum. Bardejów (Bardejov or Bardejov) is situated on the Topl'a River, in the northern part of the Ondawa Podgórze. It is a city with a long history and great importance for the cultural development of Slovakia - it housed the country's first public library and the first Slovak theater. In 1986, the city received a gold medal from the ICOMOS foundation operating at UNESCO. In this way, the organization awarded Bardejov for the protection of cultural heritage. This is not the end of the awards - in 2000, the old town was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Relax in Bardejów

Active spending of free time away from hotels, guesthouses and travel agencies is associated with many dilemmas. Avid amateurs of caravanning in the first years of their adventure consider renting or buying their own motorhome or caravan. In the following years, when the passion develops and the budget enables the purchase of new equipment, new dilemmas emerge: a luxurious caravan or a campervan?. The answer to this question is at least as many as caravanners. Each of us has different preferences, requirements and disposition . The qualifications you have - driving license categories are also very important. Undoubtedly, both a motorhome and caravan have a huge number of advantages and disadvantages that are typical of them.

A luxurious caravan or a motorhome?

The winter season in the High Tatras has already begun a long time ago, what has been prepared for skiing enthusiasts this year? New snow-covered routes, increased safety on the slopes, and a number of events where fans of snow madness cannot be missed. This year, several attractions await skiing enthusiasts in the High Tatras. They were prepared in three Slovak resorts which advertise themselves as the best ski resorts in the region, namely in Stary Smokovec, Tatranska Lomnica and in Lake Štrbské.

High Tatras - novelties for the winter season 2014/2015

In modern cars equipped with a diesel engine, one of the most important parts influencing the quality of the engine operation and the comfort of its use is the dual-mass flywheel. It developed in response to the intense increase in interest in diesel engines in passenger cars, the manufacturers of which wanted to convince customers that such an engine is as comfortable and convenient to use as a gasoline engine, and at the same time has a much lower appetite for fuel.

Dual mass wheel - wear and repair

Contrary to appearances - the operation of the caravan does not boil down only to using the charms and comforts provided by its residential part. Spacious interior made of high-quality materials - durable floor coverings, solid furniture and rich furnishings. But that's not all. Issues related to the safety of its use, especially towing it to a place of vacation, are not much less important. Driving with a caravan requires a lot more concentration, anticipation and fluency of movements from the driver than driving the car alone. The driver must take into account many factors that determine the safety of himself and other road users. The curb weight has a huge impact on the behavior of the towed trailer . The heavier our trailer is, the more we load the engine and the entire power transmission unit of the car. During deceleration, the braking system works with double force. Fortunately, only very light constructions are devoid of their own braking system - the other (heavier) trailers are equipped with an overrun brake .

How does an overrun brake work?

The Venice-Beijing Rally, which will start on June 19, will probably be the longest rally in the history of the Polish automotive industry. And also one of the most unusual: with sections like on the Dakar, sometimes for visiting tourist attractions and the age profile of participants from 7 to 70 years old. Last Saturday, the organizers and originators - Wiesław Cholewa and Przemysław Osuchowski, encouraged people to participate in this adventure of life in the TVP3 program "Men's Zone". Both gentlemen told, inter alia, where did their passion for traveling and the idea for the rally route come from, as well as how it will be organized and what its participants can expect from it.

Rally Venice - Beijing: motorhomes are still in demand !!!

In some cases - when traveling in winter by car or camper on roads in mountainous regions - it may be necessary to use winter chains, which it is best to have at least "just in case". So what is worth knowing when deciding to buy such equipment?

Snow chains - what should you know?

The number of active leisure time enthusiasts is constantly growing, also on the Vistula River. New rentals and distributors of camping equipment appear on the dynamically developing Polish caravanning market each year. Most amateurs of camping relaxation are still in favor of buying their own caravan or motorhome. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford to buy an old caravan of German or Italian production, despite the passage of time, presenting a decent technical condition. An interesting alternative to the aforementioned products and expensive rental is the second-hand Niewiadów N126n trailer. The Polish construction , produced for several decades, was the most popular, of course, in the times of the People's Republic of Poland, enabling thousands of families to go on vacation to Bulgaria or Greece.

Niewiadów N126 - campsite for pennies

It is during the few winter months that many caraving enthusiasts start preparing their holiday trips. Massive gathering and replenishment of equipment, marking out possible routes and stopping places - all this keeps us awake at night for a long time. Every year, many families go on a holiday trip with their little ones, which causes an avalanche of questions regarding both the equipment and the regulations regulating this very important issue. When going on a vacation trip in a motorhome with the whole family , we must first read the regulations of the countries we plan to visit. Speed limits, official formalities, rates for traveling on toll road sections - these are, next to the paragraphs regulating the conditions of transporting children, the most important information for drivers. In the entire European Union and most other countries, the law is quite restrictive on this subject. The youngest must travel in child seats adapted to their weight and height . The child must ride in a suitable car seat until the age of twelve or up to 150 cm tall .

A child traveling in a motorhome - legal requirements

For a city where it is an honor to walk in a halter around its neck, Ghent (Ghent) has a strong commitment to tradition. It is famous for the great exhibition of flowers and plants organized every five years and for being the first city on the European continent to reach the industrial revolution. The word "stroppendragers" literally means those who wear a noose. Nowadays, to be called that, you have to belong to a prestigious guild. And where does this term come from? In the turbulent 16th century, Ghent went on strike against the high taxes imposed by Emperor Charles V. The angry ruler punished the inhabitants with forced participation in the humiliating march. The most renowned townspeople and members of several guilds marched through the streets with noose at their necks, in shirts and barefoot. The emperor did not think that the punishment would be a great honor, and the procession - an annual tradition, celebrated during the festive festival, Gentse Feesten .

Stubborn Ghent

Caravanning has been extremely popular in Western Europe for several decades. Not only mature couples, but also families with small children enjoy the benefits of spending free time independently. Also in Poland, more and more typical family models of caravans are sold. By investing about PLN 100,000, we can count on four sleeping places (including bunk beds for children), plenty of practical storage spaces and cabinets, and many other extras. Undoubtedly, German manufacturers have one of the richest offers. Among them, the Knaus company with the Sudwind Exclusive model (we wrote more about this trailer here: Knaus Sudwind Exclusive - a reasonable proposition ). The trailer, costing at least EUR 18,000, was mounted on a single-axle chassis . The classically designed body is decorated only with stickers. The interior of the trailer offers sufficient space for a family of four . The living room at the beginning of the caravan can be transformed into a double bed in a few moments. Opposite the entrance door, there are bunk beds for the youngest - with ladders and curtains . To the right of the entrance there is a well-equipped kitchenette (two-burner gas stove, fridge and sink) . Right next to the seating area, there is space for a compact bathroom (hot water is provided by the Truma 5 thermal bath) , with a shower cabin and a chemical toilet .

3 perfect caravans for a family of four for about PLN 100,000

In ancient times, three castles, Castello Sasso Corbaro, Castello Montebello and Castelgrande, aroused admiration and respect, constituting the defense of Bellinzona. Today they tell their story, guarding the most Italian of all cities in Switzerland. Bellinzona is called the northern gate to Italy. It is located in the southern part of Switzerland, on the eastern bank of the Ticino River. It is famous for its mighty defensive structures - medieval castles, which are among the most important monuments of defensive architecture in the Alpine area. In 2000, all three were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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