In the heart of Tuscany, at the foot of the Apennines, on the Arno River, lies the cultural and commercial center of the region - Florence. Millions of tourists visit it every year, which is not surprising given the extraordinary beauty of this city. The Church of Santa Croce, Palazzo Strozzi or the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are just some of the monuments that attract visitors' attention and delight. Apart from them, tourists are also tempted by one of the greatest painting galleries - Galeria degli Uffizi. It contains the largest collection of Italian art in the world, including works by Renaissance artists such as Michelangelo, Raphael and Titian. You can see "The Birth of Venus" by Botticelli, Rembrandt, van Dyck, there are also works by Rubens, as well as many portraits of Polish kings.

The pearl of Tuscany - Florence

When going on a camping trip, especially if it is your first trip, you should double-check that everything you need is in your camper or caravan. This time, we will not analyze basic equipment related to plumbing or heating and cooling. You must have noticed these elements much earlier. What you can forget are the trifles. However, it may turn out that the lack of what seems to be only a useful gadget will become a bothersome problem at the campsite. First of all, you should not forget about the elements that should always accompany you on a long journey. These include a tow bar, first aid kit, warning triangle, tool kit, flashlight and snow chains when hiking in winter conditions. A pump for inflating the wheels will also be useful.

1001 trinkets in a trailer or motorhome

Those who missed this year's opening of the new season in one of the most famous Bulgarian ski resorts, regret it! On December 15, 2012, Bansko was visited by such famous sportsmen as Hermann Maier, Olympic medalist, three-time world champion, four-time World Cup winner, Marc Ghirardelli, five-time World Cup winner, as well as Peter Popangelov junior, Bulgarian alpine skiing star. But let's start from the beginning. First of all, the fact that probably some are surprised by the very fact that there are modern ski resorts in Bulgaria. Meanwhile, not only do they exist - they are one of the most visited ski resorts in Eastern Europe. Among them, Bansko, a small town situated at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, in the southwestern part of the country, is in the lead. It is located about 160 km from Sofia and 6 km from Razlog. In Bulgaria itself, it has been known for a long time, and in less than a decade it has gained considerable popularity also outside the country.

Bansko - a treasure in the Pirin Mountains

If you are planning to buy a new motorhome, you may find it difficult to find a model based on a platform other than a Fiat Ducato. In this respect, Rimor Nemho, based on the Ford Transit, may be an interesting variety. The motorhome of the Italian company Rimor can be considered a mid-range offer. The Ford Transit with a camping superstructure is certainly not one of the largest motorhomes, but it is also not a midget. Nemho is available in three variants with a length from 7255 mm to 7365 mm. The width of the vehicle is 2,340 mm.

Rimor Nemho - Italian middle class

If, after reading the title, someone has thought of a trip to China, they may be surprised. Burek is a tasty pastry stuffed with meat, cheese or potatoes that we can eat in Serbia and several other countries, mainly Mediterranean. And it will be a story about Serbia, and more specifically about its capital and, at the same time, one of the oldest cities in Europe, Belgrade. The aforementioned Belgrade lies at the mouth of the Sava and the Danube. He is teeming with life, as if he no longer remembers the terrible times from a dozen or so years ago, when bombs fell on him. After all, Serbia has enjoyed the status of a republic only since 2006, earlier conflicts broke out in it, the capital was moved, and Belgrade itself was occupied by the troops of various countries. Today it pleases the eyes of tourists with the beauty of its monuments, and caresses the ears with beautiful Balkan music played every evening by Serbian ensembles. However, it is impossible not to notice the buildings that have not been renovated yet - some of them serve as a painful reminder of the NATO attacks of 1999.

Belgrade - where can you eat burqa?

Before you go on your first spring or summer trip with a trailer, it is worth paying attention to it. Before the spring and summer season, you should carefully check the condition of the trailer. And although you cannot stop at the external inspection only, you can start with them. We usually start preparing the trailer from taking care of its body. Thorough washing of the trailer is important not only for aesthetic reasons - during washing, we may come across, for example, cracks or leaks that will need to be removed.

How to prepare your caravan for the season

About 90 km from Thessaloniki, at the foot of the mythical mountain of the gods, not far from the Mount Olympus National Park, lies the tiny resort town of Litochoro. The only paved road to Mount Olympus leads from it, therefore it is the best starting point for lovers of mountain climbing and hiking. There are also tourists who prefer more extreme adventures - fans of canoeing and rafting, who are attracted by the Enipeas river canyon. There are not too many monuments in the town, but you can enjoy a rest here in the full sense of the word. In the center, in numerous cafes, you can spend many pleasant moments with friends, sipping delicious Greek wine.

At the foot of Mount Olympus - Litochoro

Although we make the most important decisions regarding the equipment at the stage of purchasing the right caravan or car, there is nothing to prevent us from taking care of the appropriate equipment later. The list of devices that we can equip our house on wheels with is so long that the main limitation will be our financial capabilities or, possibly, the capacity of our vehicle. And since space is always limited, it's worth analyzing what you really need while camping before shopping. Let us take into account the conditions in which we travel most often, because something else will be useful for people who use a caravan on hot days on a campsite, and something else for motorhome users, visiting countries in different climatic zones and spending most of their time on the move.

How to equip a caravan or motorhome?

Andorra La Vella, meaning literally "Old Andorra", is the capital of the Principality of Andorra, a tiny country hugging Spain and France. It lies in a valley between the mountains and is the highest European capital. We find it on the southern slopes of the Pyrenees, at the mouth of the Valila del Norte River. Its location (at an altitude of 1,409 m above sea level) has made it popular among skiers for a long time. A stone building from the 16th century catches the eye of tourists in the village. This is Casa de la Vall, now the seat of parliament. In the so-called The Cabinet of the Seven Keys, located in the meeting room, holds the archives of the principality and symbolic keys to the seven parishes of Andorra. What else draws attention? The market square, which - as for the city center - is an amazingly peaceful place. In addition, the entire Andorra Valley can be seen from it.

Andorra La Vella

A trip to Slovakia is a quick and effective way to ensure a pleasant entertainment and get to know the attractions that await just abroad - so close, nothing but reach. In just a few hours, we can find ourselves in one of the most beautiful Slovak cities, Kremnica. Just beyond the Polish-Slovak border is Trzciana (Trstená), a small town that was an important craft center in the past. There were many guilds in it, the most recognized being the guild of potters. Their products were characterized by characteristic ornaments, and the pottery clay of very good quality in the vicinity contributed to the intensive development of pottery. Tourists visiting the center can get acquainted with folk art, such as blacksmithing, ceramics and basketry - the local Cultural Center is very active.

The golden city of Slovakia - Kremnica

There are those who assume in advance that in terms of equipment, the caravan will always lose to the motorhome. Does a small Eriba-Touring give grounds to challenge this opinion?. Well, even the greatest skeptic will probably be able to convince you that a 7-8 meter caravan can be equipped no worse than a luxury motorhome. But what can be said about the trailer, which measures 483 cm in its shortest version and 576 cm in the longest? Touring is the shortest model offered under the Eriba brand (its owner is the German Hymer, known for the production of motorhomes).

Hymer Eriba-Touring

The rich skiing offer attracts tourists to Switzerland, France and Italy, but Sweden also has a lot to be proud of. In its central part there is a small village that comes alive in the winter season like a big resort. It is Åre, one of the largest ski resorts in Scandinavia, and has been working on its reputation for over a century. Snow on the slopes lies here from December to May, and the ski runs themselves are adapted to all levels of skiers. When we add to this the practically 24/7 apres ski offer, it becomes clear why Åre owes so much popularity.

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