Sailing and Camping

Touring caravanning is quite a popular way of spending a summer holiday but due to the recent financial crash throughout the world more and more families are deciding that caravanning holidays are a great way of having a decent holiday for a reasonable amount of money.

This recent surge in numbers has created a demand for used caravans but this can be quite daunting for anyone who has never camped or caravanned in the past. Not only is there a cost for the caravan but plenty of additional equipment in needed and that includes caravan insurance. Until recently it was extremely easy to buy a second hand caravan due to the amount available but recent surges in popularity have not only lessened available stock but also pushed prices through the roof, especially for larger family models like 5 or 6 berth models.

Along with the lack of available models, there is now a certain shortage of places to take your caravan as many sites in popular areas are full to the brim at holidays and even weekends. These sites are mostly owned by member clubs such as The Caravan Club or The Camping and Caravan Club and in past years may have become a little run down but with the recent resurgence in popularity, site have more money available and so have improved facilities on the holiday park, making them not only cheap but also inviting.

The option is also there to test the caravan lifestyle by renting a caravan from the new market of caravan hire companies. This gives people who are unsure of taking the jump and spending a lot of money, a chance to test out life on the open road to see if it suits them and their family. Once they have tried and tested it, then they can put the money forward without the obvious dangers of losing out if you find it's just not your thing.

Trade shows like the Caravan and Outdoor life show at the NEC have put some dealers under exceptional pressure to deliver more caravans than in recent years. This, coupled with some manufacturers has led to massive waiting lists and longer than expected delivery lead in times which ultimately looks good for the caravanning industry.

So, why not jump on the caravan band wagon and treat you and your family to a wonderful holiday in the great outdoors?