On September 10, the Bonham auction house will exhibit the oldest known motorhome in the world. The base car for this wonder is the Ford Model T - the specimen has been widened and reinforced by Baico, and Dunton of Reading (known for the production of high-quality caravans) is responsible for the body and interior. The vehicle was commissioned by the Bentall family - founders and owners of the British chain of department stores of the same name. It is believed that the vehicle was sold in the 1920s, and then the fate of it is lost. It was eventually found in Shepperton and restored in the 1970s by Leo Smith with the help of his friend Robin Tanner - an extremely talented carpenter.

The oldest camper in the world goes under the hammer

The organizers of the Caravans Salon Poland fair in Poznań confirm that it is at the event, which will take place on October 21-23, that the new generation Hymer Venture S campervan will have its Polish premiere. This is another proof of the growing importance of our market on the caravanning map of Europe.

Hot premiere at Caravans Salon in Poznań - Hymer Venture S

&quot;My house is my fortress&quot; - even if we are talking about our second house (the one on wheels), we always try to feel safe and not have to worry about random events. For this purpose, we choose safe parking spaces, we purchase additional AC insurance for unexpected circumstances. Often we do not even want to imagine that our gems could become the object of interest ... to amateurs of someone else&#39;s property. While preparing for this article, I tried to find out about the theft data from caravans in Europe. It is difficult to find precise statistics, but the lead is the United Kingdom, where a total of hundreds of them are lost each year (distributor of tracking devices for vehicles - Moving Intelligence maintains that it is up to 4,000 items a year, but does not support this data with officially confirmed reports, e.g. police). Last year, our western neighbors had several dozen motorhomes and caravans. However, comparing the year-on-year phenomenon, taking into account the increased demand for recreational vehicles, accessibility problems and horrendous prices, it is not difficult to predict that this scourge could grow stronger. Information from motorhome / caravan owners about the loss of a beloved vehicle appears on social media forums at least once a week. The mere awareness of the disappearance of our second home is a traumatic experience, and the chances of recovery as everyone knows ...

Security for a caravan

Often, in the articles we publish, we talk about the resale value of specific brands and models. We also analyze the purchase prices and compare them with other models. Seemingly very similar structures can be divided by the price gap, and often 10-year-old structures reach prices of new ones - similar at first glance. Today we will deal with the price differences. Why? If you are just entering the world of motorhomes and caravans and planning to buy your first vehicle, it is worth knowing the most important differences as well as facts and myths about the most important &quot;price-generating&quot; factors. This knowledge will also help you understand the market and prepare for the purchase properly.

We buy a motorhome / trailer - part 1

Italy is beautiful not only in summer, when the sun is gilding your skin and the water is deliciously warm. It is also worth visiting them in winter, when they invite tourists to their slopes. One of the exceptionally attractive places perfect for snow fun is the Alta Badia ski resort, located in the province of Bolzano in northern Italy. It offers some of the most beautiful ski runs in the Dolomites.

Skiing in Alta Badia

Ecological, modern, luxurious - not every campsite can be said that. But not every campsite is Caravan Park Sexten. If you would like to spend your winter vacation in a 5-star facility, come here. There is no shortage of places in South Tyrol that will delight you at any time of the year. They are beautiful in summer and winter, so it&#39;s no surprise that you will encounter crowds of tourists regardless of the month. You will surely like it at Caravan Park Sexten, because it is a well-organized center. And its accommodation offer looks simply fabulous! Are you dreaming of relaxing with a view of the Dolomites? Would you like to relax in the bosom of nature, but you are not going to give up the comforts? Or maybe more - do you want to experience luxury? If you answered yes to even one question, we invite you to the north of Italy, to the Trentino-South Tyrol region. There is a facility waiting there that will meet even the strictest expectations.

Winter stay in a wooden cottage - Caravan Park Sexten

Do you dream of relaxing by the sea, in the shade of a pine forest, with a note of pine needles in the air? It sounds like a description of a specific place - a campsite on the Adriatic to be exact. Consider vacation in Croatia on the Istrian coast. Come to the Bi Village Holiday Center. If you are considering a holiday in the north of Istria, you will be satisfied with the choice of accommodation options. Undoubtedly, the Bi Village Holiday Center is one of the most popular campsites in this part of the peninsula (and maybe the whole region). It is a large holiday resort that awaits its guests from April to October. Its excellent location attracts tourists like a magnet. It is not surprising for them.

Green for me, a vacation at the Bi Village Holiday Center

Those who travel to the north of Denmark may encounter animals that arouse amazement with their appearance. They will see sunfish floating in a huge aquarium, they will also see happy seals and all the flora of the North Sea. Lovers of marine fauna and flora look for new places on the map where they can see exotic creatures from the ends of the world. One of them is located in Hirtshals, Denmark, at the very tip of Jutland.

Sunfish from Hirtshals

Vacation cyclists choose picturesque regions that can be explored by bike. There is no shortage of such places in Italy. No matter where you go, there will surely be at least one nice bike route there. If you love this type of activity, go to the largest lake in Italy. Garda is famous not only for its exceptional purity of waters. It is eagerly visited by enthusiasts of active leisure, who want to spend their holidays on the shores of the lake. Swimming, water sports or sunbathing - the choice is really big. There is also a lot to do on land if you like to move a lot. Today we will take a closer look at the cycling routes around the reservoir. Remember about reflective vests and bicycle lighting!

Cycling holiday - Camping Village San Francesco

Mountains in Italy are very popular with tourists every year. This is a perfect place for avid skiers and lovers of alpine landscapes. The destination is as popular as island resorts or historic Rome. What places are worth visiting here? What are the mountains in Italy like?

Mountains in Italy - which ones are worth visiting?

When the Hymer Vision Venture concept car was unveiled at the Caravan Salon 2019, the traditional motorhome manufacturer from Bad Waldsee boldly responded to current and future industry trends and revealed what motorhomes could look like in 2025. This vision is now becoming a reality as Hymer celebrates the launch of the new Venture S.

Hymer presents the exclusive Venture S off-road vehicle.

The largest caravanning fair in Europe, the one in Dusseldorf, starts in just a few days. Meanwhile, the organizers of the October Caravans Salon Poland are working intensively to make Poznań the largest Caravanning and Tourism Festival in our country. The organizers inform about the growing number of confirmed exhibitors and large format visitors to the Vanlife / Retro zone. The Rally Przystanek_targi is also very popular and is already record-breaking in terms of attendance. Moreover, on the first day of the fair, on October 21, an important industry conference, Polish Campers &amp; Caravans Conference, will take place. We also have information about the launch of a gadget shop and two additional events that will be part of the Caravans Salon and Tour Salon block of fairs. In a word, things are still happening in Poznań!

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The oldest camper in the world goes under the hammer