Caravan Salon Dusseldorf, probably the world's largest fair related to camping tourism, is already behind us. According to both the organizers and the exhibitors, the event can be considered a great success. The fair in Germany lasted from August 30 to September 7, attracting visitors from all over the world. The organizers had already analyzed their statistics and quickly announced that this year's fair in Dusseldorf is the greatest success in the history of the event. The numbers are really impressive. During eight days, as many as 192,000 visitors passed through the exhibition halls, of which 25,000 were foreign visitors. The exhibitors noticed that there were exceptionally many Asians and Australians among the guests. There were more Europeans than in the previous years, and more Germans came from the south of the country (apparently due to an intense advertising campaign).

Caravanning Fair in Dusseldorf 2014

In 2015, Hobby customers will have a choice of three basic models of semi-integrated motorhomes: Siesta, Optimum, Premium. A novelty is a special, limited edition of the Premium model called Anniversary Edition GE 30. Hobby refreshes its motorhomes. The most popular model, due to its favorable quality / price ratio, is the Siesta. In 2015, the motorhome will be available in nine interior layouts (currently there are six). There are models with single beds, double beds, placed in the form of an alcove above the heads of the driver and passenger, or lowered from the ceiling using a convenient pneumatic mechanism . The kitchen can be tiny or with an additional worktop.

Hobby motorhomes for 2015

Are you going on a journey with a trailer, but you don't have much experience driving a set of vehicles? Read on to what you should pay attention to!. Regardless of whether you intend to tow a caravan or a cargo car with your passenger car, the rules will be the same. First of all, you should check whether the given trailer model can be connected to the car. And it is not only about technical issues such as the presence of a tow bar , but also about legal compliance. In Poland, there are regulations according to which, if a car + trailer combination exceeds the permissible total weight of 3.5 tons, it is treated as a truck, so it must have ViaToll - a device that calculates and collects tolls for driving on Polish roads. It is worth knowing that ViaToll is valid not only on motorways and expressways, but also on many sections of national routes. The full list can be found here: http://www.viatoll.pl/pl/pojazdy-ciezkie/siec-drog .

First time with a trailer

Bogatynia is a typical example of places in the style of "you praise others, you do not know your own, you do not know what you have". The picturesque town is famous for its natural resources, Carbonalia and the festival of lies. The atmospheric wooden houses add to its charm. Recently, it was the fourth anniversary of the flood that caused unimaginable damage in Bogatynia. Almost 1,200 families were injured there. Today the city is booming. Although most associate it with a lignite mine, it is a charming resort with a lot to offer to tourists. Especially thanks to its location - it is located in a place where the borders of three countries meet: Poland, the Czech Republic and Germany.

The charms of Bogatynia

Hobby has been producing caravans for 48 years, so you can assume that he knows what he is doing. Today, it is one of the largest producers in the caravanning industry, so what it does quickly becomes an inspiration also for competitors. Let's check what the trailers of this brand will be like in 2015. We already know what Hobby is preparing for 2015. Most of the caravans will undergo minor changes, there will also be new elements of additional equipment and additional interior plans. But there is also one completely new model. This is Ontour - a small, light and inexpensive trailer by design, which will become the basic model in the German brand's offer.

Ontour among the novelties of Hobby for 2015

The subject of this article does not lose its relevance, coming back like a boomerang every vacation, holiday or long weekends. Writing about it is difficult because the theses presented in the text should interest the most those who are interested little or not at all. When we talk about organizing a holiday trip, guardians of dogs, cats, guinea pigs or other pets are divided into those who know everything about it and do not know anything - and they do not mind. The latter, when planning their vacation, take care of what is important to them, i.e. where they will go, how much they will spend and how much fun they will have. The organization of care for a pet left at home is not so important that they devote too much time to it. As a result, the holiday period is filled with information about more abandoned animals year after year. And the problem can be solved so easily ...

Leave without a pet, i.e. a babysitter needed immediately

Manufacturers reveal more models for 2015. Currently, light structures using glass fibers are becoming a standard and other manufacturers include them in their offer. The Fiat Ducato will remain the base for most motorhomes next year, but now in a refreshed version. What's most important in the new Advantage is the new design that uses glass fibers. Due to the fact that the walls are made of XPS, aluminum and polyurethane foam, and the floor and roof are made of GRP , the new Advantage should be more durable and resistant to moisture.

Motorhomes 2015 - lighter and more spacious

Vrsar, a beautiful Croatian resort, is located in the vicinity of the largest naturist center, amid hills and lush Mediterranean vegetation. Wide beaches and blue water attract tourists from distant corners of the continent as well as delicious cuisine. Vrsar is located approx. 9 km south of Poreč in western Istria. It has an exceptionally beautiful archipelago, which consists of 18 tiny uninhabited islets with Mediterranean fauna. Those interested can see them up close from a motorboat - they can be rented in the town itself, as well as pedal boats, sailboats and surfboards.

The pearl of western Istria - Vrsar

Adria has refreshed the range of Altea caravans. We will look at the smallest of the models in this series, which in Germany costs 15-17 thousand. euro. The smallest Altea, marked with the symbol PH 369, is a compromise proposition, especially worth recommending to a couple who dream of a new caravan, but cannot afford any "fancy" model. Users have only 462 cm of length at their disposal. Including the drawbar , the trailer measures 603 cm . And it just has to be a bit tight at that length, even if there are two people traveling in the caravan. However, the small size also has advantages. The vehicle weighs 1049 kg, which is enough to be towed even by a light car with low power.

Adria Altea PH 369 - a compromise for two

We get up in the morning and realize that the long-awaited moment is coming! Departure to Norway. While we started "planning" the entire trip, fundraising, etc. about six months earlier, something always fell out, disturbed and effectively prevented one hundred percent from planning a trip from A to Z ... which made our trip a huge spontaneous trip :) Hmm, spontaneity? It's our style! Until the last minute, we did not even know the exact date of departure, we booked the ferry several hours before departure, the only thing we knew was the direction of travel. The session at the university, which started quite early for us, the instructor exams, late-night studies and bachelor's exams effectively prevented us from devoting ourselves to a blissful in-depth reading about the attractions and curiosities that Scandinavia hides before us. Our standard day, about a month and a half before departure, looked like this: breakfast -> university -> work -> study until 2:00 am, and Bartek still had to find a moment to bury at Tripciak so that he could safely and without any problems drive along the entire route and complete the new interior development.

The Poor Journey - Norway part 1/2

Can an original-looking, small caravan be practical and comfortable at the same time? Adria argues that yes. The Action model from the outside is distinguished by its appearance, but it can also surprise you on the inside. Adria Action is an interesting proposition for those who are bored with typical caravans, sometimes difficult to distinguish from each other. The protruding "rump" at the back or the teardrop shape of the windows with tinted glass are the characteristic distinguishing features of this model. However, it is often the case that the original appearance has to be repaired by suffering inconvenience caused by subordinating practical features to design.

Adria Action trailer - original and comfortable

For those who would first associate Regensburg in Spain or Portugal, the task may be facilitated by its second name - Regensburg. And it is immediately clear that this is about Germany, specifically about Bavaria. Regensburg is especially tempting with its wonderful old town. It has been under observation protection for 70 years, and its priceless monuments are carefully restored. To think that a decade earlier it was planned to demolish them and build new blocks in this place ... Today it seems barbaric that anyone could think of it.

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