The beauty of travelling in a camper and stopping at a campsite!

Of all the types of tourism, only one is synonymous with "living while travelling". Those who choose this path are not only investing in a house on wheels, they are also embracing a life-style philosophy and a very special concept of tourism.A trip in a camper van, van or caravan is an incredible and unique experience that allows you to choose where and when to stop depending on the occasion, changing your schedule on the way. Let's have a look together at how to go about a holiday of this kind and how to benefit from the advantages of staying at a campsite with a camper.

Better to buy a new or used camper?

For many, the camper is an investment "for life", the means by which they will travel the world and take family holidays, so they are ready to spend a considerable amount in anticipation of future savings. New motorhomes are better equipped and more comfortable to drive, but they are obviously more expensive, compared to second-hand vehicles. Prices start around fifty thousand euros and go up rather steeply, depending on the options. The world of new and used caravans and campers is a market to explore, full of opportunities but also of pitfalls for the less experienced, because there are many types to choose and they are very different from each other. As always, the best advice is to turn to specialists in the field.

A viable alternative for everyone is to rent a camper.

For those who are not yet completely convinced about going down this road, a softer solution is to rent a caravan for an initial period. This allows you to experience the emotions of camperism immediately while calmly evaluating a subsequent purchase. In this case you have to consider spending upwards of one hundred euros a day, obviously subtracting this from the costs of traditional overnight stays.

Where and when to stop in a camper

Travelling by camper means being "on the road" most of the time and reaching your destination in stages, sleeping in a different place every night.For this reason, in Italy and in many other countries, there are parking areas indicated on maps created specifically for this type of overnight stay. Very often they are stations with electrical outlets, running water and a whole series of comforts for campers. Some areas are located along the main roads allowing you to have a break during the trip, while others are in cities, at the seaside or in the mountains.

At home in the campsite

For a longer and more comfortable stop, the best solution is still that of a campsite, where there are specially designed pitches for campers. Unlike the more Spartan and basic traditional holiday in a tent, travelling in a camper means you can bring everything you need with you. It’s a way to be just as comfortable as at home while being in a place surrounded by nature. Happy families, adventuring couples, groups of friends: on the campsite everyone can let out their own camper soul and share their love for houses on wheels with other enthusiasts!