Sun, rest, joy, vacation, relaxation - if you took a survey and asked people about associations with the above-mentioned words, most of the respondents would answer that they associate them with a stay by the water. And probably a lot of people planning a trip for a picnic will go either to our beautiful Polish sea or to the lakes, which we can also be proud of. For many years, tourists have been constantly amazed by the Land of the Great Masurian Lakes - a huge area, unique both in the country and in Europe. Every year, thousands of holidaymakers from Poland and abroad, especially from Germany, come here. The region is loved by fishing, water sports and ornithologists (including amateurs). There are many habitats of rare bird species in the area of the Great Lakes, including the black stork and the white-tailed eagle. A cormorant, considered a symbol of Masuria, also lives here. The region is so beautiful, rich in terms of nature and rich in historical monuments that visitors rarely manage to get to know all the attractions.

May weekend by the water

Pulling a caravan with a bicycle is unlikely to be comfortable. Both going uphill with a small house attached to a two-wheeler, and going downhill while the trailer is pushing the bike, can be difficult. However, the idea of a simple bicycle trailer keeps coming back, because such a solution would allow for really cheap and possibly fascinating travel. Therefore, models of caravans for bicycles appear from time to time at the same fair, where you can also see campers and car trailers. And although these bicycle models are rarely more than just concept models, they arouse quite a sensation.

Camping for cyclists

Truma received the Reddot Design Award for its Industrial Design Award for its LevelCheck LPG tank level indicator and for its VeGA fuel cell system. This renowned award recognizes the successful design concept, the degree of innovation and the functionality of both Truma products. The LevelCheck level indicator measures the filling level of gas cylinders simply and reliably with ultrasound. After winning the Caravaning Design Award, this is the second award for this product. The VeGA system is the first fuel cell system to generate electricity from liquefied gas. It is one of the most efficient devices on the market with a power of 250 W and a charging current of 20 A.

VeGA and LevelCheck received the Reddot Design Award

During our trip, we touched the border with the United States several times. Now, however, we are heading directly towards it, to Chatham-Kent, a city that shares one of its lakes with the USA ( Lake St. Clair). The journey from Peterborough takes over four hours but we will make stops in some interesting towns along the way so understandably arrive later.

Oshawa, Kitchener, London and Chatham-Kent - we keep going!

There were plenty of surprises at the 2nd Caravanning Salon. One of them can be considered the fact that among the companies showing campers, a large number were Polish producers. Our conversations show that this year, despite the crisis, they expect growing interest in caravanning in Poland.

Polish camping accents in Poznań

We woke up before 9am local time. After opening the shutters, we were greeted by paradise: the sun, the sea and the view of the neighboring island, which resembles a volcano. After breakfast, we went for a walk around the area. There is one road along the island. The most popular means of transport is scooters, we also saw a stop, so you can also travel between places by bus. In Masouri, the coast is mostly rocky, but there are descents to sandy beaches. There are hotels / studios, shops, mini markets, restaurants and pubs in the street. All this at the foot of the rocks for which a lot of climbers have come here. In the morning we went to the Grande Grotto. You go there for about 20 minutes, encountering goats and sheep on the way, the sound of bleating and bells carried under the rocks. You have to remember to close the gates separating the pasture from the street behind you when you go out or down. The shade in the rocks is around 2pm, then the pan is made, for me it was the perfect time to go to the beach. From the side of the street, there is a very atmospheric sign pointing to the stairs leading to the beach. It is not the most beautiful, or maybe just not prepared yet.

Greece - day one

7 years passed from the idea to its implementation. A lot has changed during this time. Due to the tragic death of Mr. Robert (he died in a car accident), now Mr. Edmund runs the Unicamp company himself and tries to develop a project in which his brother was also involved in the past. Where did the idea for a floating trailer come from? For the originators - fishing enthusiasts - it seemed obvious. Since most fans of active recreation most like to spend their free time by the water, they should be able not only to spend the night in their caravans, but also to swim on the lakes!.

A caravan that floats

At the 2nd Caravanning Salon, which is part of the Poznań Motor Show, few caravans were shown this year, but there were many campers. Here are some of them. Small, medium and very large, fully or partially integrated, Polish and foreign... Caravanning enthusiasts have plenty to choose from.

2nd Caravanning Salon - to choose from, according to the color

We are over two hours' drive from Kingston to our next point, Peterborough, 237 km to be exact. On the way we will stop in Belleville, which notable buildings include the historic Gothic City Hall (Belleville City Hall) and the Glanmore National Historic Site, a museum restored in 2012. In case of a longer stay in the city, a visit to the Colonel Roscoe Vanderwater Conservation is a must area - is a recreational area where you can practice all kinds of sports all year round. And for the delight of the palate, be tempted to visit Prince Edward County. In recent years, the town has become a rising culinary star in the region. Some even say it's Ontario's culinary capital. After tasting the local dishes in one of the many cozy cafes or restaurants, you can agree. The city hosts food festivals, including "Harvestin 'supper" and "Six Barrels for Six Chefs." There are also many vineyards and organic farms, and talented chefs flock to the island from all over the region. In addition, music sounds everywhere - there are plenty of talented street artists.

Toward Peterborough

The first day of the Motor Show , intended for journalists and VIPs, was full of premieres. And although there were some mishaps, motoring fans had something to look at ... The CampRest.com team could not be absent from the most important automotive event in Poland. Although we were most interested in the 2nd Caravanning Salon (we write about it in separate articles), we could not miss the presentation of the latest passenger cars. This year, a separate hall belonged to the Volkswagen group, which, in addition to the Volkswagen, Skoda and Audi brands, also displayed Porsche, including the 911 GT3 Cup and Panamera GTS models painted in sports colors. However, cheaper cars were also popular, including the new Skoda Octavia, which is becoming more and more "Audi for the People". For those who prefer a full-fledged Audi, there were two new products. The first is the SQ5 TDI, a very strong version of the Q5 SUV. It has a 3-liter TDI engine with 313 hp. Thanks to the sports chassis, the body of the Audi SQ5 is 30 mm lower than that of the standard Q5. The second novelty is the Audi RS5 Carbiolet with a 450 HP V8 engine.

Motor Show - the most important premieres

Soon, the Centennial Hall will turn into a paradise for travel lovers. On April 5-7, Lower Silesians will take part in the International Tourism Fair. This is the fifth edition!. Faithful fans of the Travelers' Festival will not be disappointed this year, because enthusiastic travelers have been invited to take the audience to the most distant corners of the globe with their stories. You don't know how to travel with a child? - Anna Albot from " Family Without Borders" will help. Do you dream of long trips, but your wallet is a limitation? - enthusiasts of " Bus through the world" and " Hitchhiking to freedom" will tell you how to reconcile it.

Tourist Fair in Wrocław.

The MOTOR SHOW Automotive Fair will take place on April 4-7 in Poznań. The latest models of cars, motorcycles, campers and airplanes will be presented in seven pavilions. Among the biggest stars in the automotive pavilion, brands such as WIESMANN, ROLLS - ROYCE, FERRARI, JAGUAR and MERCEDES will shine in full splendor. We will also be there! Every day you will be able to find reports from the fair. The four-day MOTOR SHOW in Poznań this year will be created by over 130 exhibitors who will present themselves in seven pavilions and in the open area of the Poznań International Fair. There will be plenty of exclusive cars from the world leaders, including the ROLLS - ROYCE brand presenting the GHOST model in Poznań. The real star of the event will be the FERRARI F12 BARINETTA, honored by the editors of Top Gear magazine with the title of Supercar of the Year 2012. The car will be presented among other latest FERRARI models. The Italian brand's stand will be twice as large as in the previous edition of the fair. A real treat for automotive fans will be the opportunity to see, for the first time in Poland, absolutely unique WIESMANN cars.

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May weekend by the water