A small and charming island near Great Britain is waiting for your visit. The Isle of Man is one of the British Isles and is located in the Irish sea. The Isle of Man, unlike Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, is self-governing and so is not classed as part of the United Kingdom. The small island is known for its wondrous castles, rural landscapes and beautiful coastline. The Isle of Man has actually been considered the ‘gem of the Irish Sea’ and this is all thanks to its substantial beauty and quirky attractions both of which make it a glorious place to visit.
The Ayre Shoreline
Clagh Ouyr
If the quirky little island interests you, then a little insight into the wonderful experience that awaits is likely to be much appreciated. Whether you decide to visit the capital, Douglas, or wonder the 95-mile breath-taking coastline, the Isle of Man has much for you to see and experience. The predominant culture is said to be highly influenced by the islands Celtic and Norse past and its being said that much of the prevalent music is too influenced by these origins. Additionally, as it was once home to many British immigrants, it’s also pointed out that much of the typical British culture influences the island and so all these influences make for a fascinating culture that is unique to the island. Manx is the traditionally spoken language through the island, however this language is now sadly considered ‘critically endangered’ and the English language is the most spoken throughout the island.
Ballaglass Glen
Under the Treaty of Perth, the island became part of Scotland in the year 1266. Then more than a century on, in 1399, it would become under feudal lordship of the English Crown. Despite this it has always maintained its self-governance and has never been part of what we now consider the ‘United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland’. The quaint gem was home to 84,077 individuals in the year 2018 and is too home to many impressive and beautiful attractions.
Castletown Inner Harbour
Castle Rushen is considered one of the most well preserved medieval castles in Europe and the fascinating grounds can be accessed at certain points in the year meaning it makes for an extraordinary day out. On the other hand, The Gaiety Theatre provides the perfect opportunity for you to appreciate some of the magnificent architecture that is unique to the island. With all this in mind the island makes for a beautiful and peaceful trip worth taking.
Ireland is a fascinating country split into two parts, Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom and, the Republic of Ireland, which is independent. Saturated with beautiful landscapes and a complex history it makes for both a beautiful and an educational holiday. No matter which part you choose to visit, you are guaranteed to have a memorable and character filled trip, meeting welcoming people and visiting beautiful countryside.
Skellig Michael
Giants Causeway
Ireland has a fascinating and enjoyable culture and heritage that can be witnessed and appreciated if you choose to visit. The Republic of Ireland were successful in getting their independence back after centuries of British rule in 1921 and the fascinating history of how they accomplished can be further understood by visiting. Despite this split the entirety of Ireland has a lot to offer those who visit. Beauty, tranquillity, culture and cuisine are all in abundance within Ireland.
Guiness – Irish Beer
There are ample reasons to visit Ireland, the breath-taking green landscapes that dominate the country have seen to it that the country has been nicknamed the ‘emerald isle’ and is to this day considered to be one of the jewels of Europe. The island in itself is the second largest in the British isle and the third largest in Europe, despite this the country is home to a relatively small population of around 6.6 million people. With such a small population and such mesmerizing scenery Ireland makes for a wonderful place to visit and have a blissful holiday, uninterrupted by many of the stresses of everyday life.
Dingle Penninsula
Friendships
Ireland’s rich in culture and the Irish people are well known for being welcoming and warm, meaning that the small population has a lot to offer those who visit. It was actually said, by Lonely Planet, that Ireland was the friendliest country in the world in 2010 so the atmosphere and people do nothing but add to the many reasons Ireland warrants a visit.
Cliffs of Moher – County Clare
If you’re looking for tranquillity and beautiful views, you’ll likely love a trip to visit the Cliffs of Moher or Killarney National Park which offers breath-taking views and makes for a memorable experience where you can view and appreciate the wonders of the natural world.
There’s a plethora of charming towns such as Sligo and Glengarriff which are both aesthetically pleasing and offer a well-rounded experience of Irish life. Furthermore, if your hoping to get fully immerged in the culture and wish to experience Ireland city life then you might want to visit one of the two capitals of the country, these are Belfast which is thecapital of Northern Ireland and Dublin which stands as the capital of the Republic of Ireland. Both have unique history and atmosphere waiting to be enjoyed by you.
A trip to Ireland would make for a character filled and interesting one. The country has a lot of history and many incredible views that would be appreciated by all. Everyone should get to visit Ireland witness the Emerald Isle and enjoy the company of the nicest people in the world at least once.
Grab your shades and escape with the kids for summer activities on the beach, from surfing frothy waves to building sand castles whilst cooling down with an ice cream. Spend summer holidays in England hunting for fossils along the Jurassic Coast, or spotting dolphins on the Lizard peninsula. Lose yourself to the sounds of your favourite band at a music festival, or enjoy a Shakespearian play under the stars. Feel the summer breeze on your face as you explore scenic country paths on foot, two wheels or even four hooves, and finish off with a tall glass of something cool in the gardens of a country pub.
Travel blogging has given me the freedom to travel the world for the past 10 years. Want to start your own? This detailed guide will show you how to start a travel blog & eventually make money with it. Already Have A Blog? Make sure to read my more advanced post about how to become a successful travel blogger.
I’ve been working as a travel blogger for the past 10 years, and earn six figures annually from professional blogging. So I regularly receive tons of email and questions asking for tips about how to start a travel blog.
I know, I get it. Seeing constant photos from my wild travel adventures on your Facebook or Instagram feeds makes it look like a dream job…
After all, I get paid to travel the world! I admit it’s a pretty sweet gig.
But travel blogging isn’t as easy as it looks from the outside. There’s a lot of work going on in the background that most people don’t see.
So today I wanted to share a useful guide on how to get started travel blogging. Or any type of blogging really. Because it’s the very first step to becoming a successful blogger!
The act of starting your very first travel blog is actually pretty easy. If you follow my guide, you can have your own blog up and running today.
However, starting your blog is just the tip of the iceberg.
Now keep in mind the following advice is for those who are prepared to take travel blogging seriously, as some of these steps require spending money.
If you just want to blog as a part-time hobby, you can always start a simple travel blog for family & friends on WordPress.com. It’s totally free!
But if you’re interested in making money with travel blogging like I do, keep reading below for the details.
? Essential First Step To Start A Blog ?
In order to get you started down the right path building a brand new travel blog, you’re going to need an (affordable) domain name and hosting — we’ll be using the provider I personally recommend to make it easy.
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My first travel blog was called YearAroundTheWorld.com. Do you see the obvious problem with that domain name? Well, I didn’t, not until later.
I was backpacking through Central America, blogging about my experiences and having a great time — when I suddenly decided I wanted to travel for longer than one year. Whoops!
Make It Short & Memorable
Your travel blog domain name should be relatively short, easy to type, easy to spell, easy to remember, and easy to share. I recommend brainstorming by writing down a bunch of words you think will best describe your blog.
Adventure? Food? Culture? South America? What do you want to write about? Who are you? What is your passion? Write everything down and start playing with different combinations of words.
Try using a thesaurus. Ask your friends for advice & suggestions.
Avoid Hyphens & Numbers
This can be difficult to do these days, but it helps to avoid using hyphens or numbers in your domain name because otherwise you’ll be forced to explain it to someone. For example:
POTENTIAL READER: “You have a travel blog? Cool! Where do I find it?”
YOU: “Oh, it’s called expert hyphen vagabond the number 100 dot com.”
As you can see, this type of domain isn’t the greatest for word-of-mouth marketing, which happens to be a good source of promotion while you’re traveling and meeting people.
Avoid Overused Words & Similar Branding
Avoid trademarked company names or words that may be overused in the industry. Sure, you can pick something like Nomadic Bob, Adventurous Wendy, or Wandering Clarence.
But domain names like that won’t stand out very much in the travel blogging niche because those ideas have already been taken by others who are more established.
You’ll have better luck in the long-run with something more original.
Try To Think Long-Term!
Think good & hard about choosing your travel blog’s domain name, because changing it, later on, isn’t easy (or fun). Be careful not to pigeonhole yourself.
If you call your blog Twenty-Something Travel like my friend Steph (sorry Steph!), what happens when you turn 30? Branding yourself is important in the travel blogging business.
I was thinking long-term when I eventually changed my blog’s name to ExpertVagabond.com because, let’s face it, at 3 months in I was HARDLY an expert.
Yet I was passionate about becoming a professional travel blogger and knew eventually this would be perfect. I’d just have to grow into my new name!
Your Travel Blog Needs to be Hosted Somewhere
2. Set Up Hosting For Your Blog
What the heck is hosting? It’s not as confusing as it sounds. Most websites need to “rent” space on the internet. A place to store all your blog’s data, files, and photos so that people around the world can easily access it when they type in your domain name.
Hosting can actually be pretty cheap. I recommend new travel blogs get hosting with BlueHost. There are many different hosting companies out there, but BlueHost is very affordable & makes setting up a new travel blog crazy easy.
They offer quality shared hosting for a very low price (only $2.95 per month for 12 months through this link).
[Full Disclosure: As an affiliate, I receive compensation if you purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. But I’d still recommend them even if I wasn’t!]
Eventually, when you have hundreds of thousands of visitors per month on your blog like me, you may want to upgrade your hosting to a dedicated server. But those can be expensive (mine is over $200 a month)…
STEP A: Click the green button that says “GET STARTED NOW.”
STEP B: Pick a hosting plan depending on your budget/goals.
STEP C: Check to see if your blog name (domain name) is available.
STEP D: Add extra features if you want to.
The only feature I really recommend is Domain Privacy Protection. Otherwise, anyone can look up who owns your site, giving them access to your contact info. This way they won’t be able to.
To start a serious travel blog, you want a self-hosted WordPress account. This means the WordPress software resides on your hosting company’s servers, not on a free WordPress.com account. What’s the difference?
Your website is “MyTravelBlog.com” rather than “MyTravelBlog.WordPress.com”
You own your data and have full control
You can sell advertising on your site
You can install plugins & custom themes
You can use Google Analytics tracking (important)
Yes, you want to use WordPress too. Not Blogspot, not Blogger, not anything else. WordPress is the king of blogging, and probably always will be.
Most professional websites use the WordPress blogging platform these days, even major brands like the New York Times, BBC, Time, Beyonce, etc. You’re in good company!
BlueHost Makes It Easy!
Installing WordPress with your BlueHost Account is super easy — because it’s done automatically with the click of a button.
Once installed, you’ll be able to log into the WordPress dashboard with your new username and password and start building your site. Welcome to the club! You now have a travel blog.
That wasn’t too hard, was it? But wait, there’s a little more!
Using WordPress for Your Travel Blog
4. Learn How To Use WordPress
Feeling intimidated about WordPress? Don’t worry. Because it’s the industry standard when it comes to blogging platforms, and has been for years, there are TONS of useful tutorials online that will teach you about anything you need.
Here is my favorite free WordPress training resources:
WordPress itself has a huge library of free wordpress lessons that will help you get started.
If you become a BlueHost customer, ask customer support about Blue Flash, their own series of free tutorials and guides.
Basically, spend a Saturday learning how to use your WordPress dashboard, how to tweak your site’s settings, how to post an article, etc. You’ll get the hang of everything with practice.
5. Download A Professional Theme
Your new WordPress blog comes with a couple of standard “themes”, or designs for your site. While this is ok for playing around in the beginning, if you want to take this seriously and eventually make money with your travel blog, you should buy a premium design.
Professional blog themes cost about $50, and they’ll greatly improve the look and functionality of your site.
I’ve changed themes a few times over the years, but the current one I’m using is called GeneratePress.
Another great place to buy blog theme designs is a marketplace called ThemeTrust.
Many professional themes provide a support forum where you can ask questions about customization, and someone will help you get the look you’re after using CSS/HTML coding. Or, you can hire a cheap web developer through Upwork to do custom design work on your site.
You may also want to have a cool logo created. I used a site called 99 Designs for mine. A professional logo really makes your brand stand out from the thousands of other travel blogs online.
Some of My Travel Blog Plugins
6. Install Essential Plugins
You can think of WordPress plugins as third-party apps for your travel website. They give your blog additional features. Most plugins are free, some you have to pay for.
You can download new plugins in the “plugin” section of your WordPress Dashboard.
Here’s my recommended list of plugins to install with your travel blog.
Akismet – Protects your blog from spammers leaving comments on your posts. Not perfect, but probably the best one out there.
Yoast SEO – Very important plugin for optimizing your articles for Google search, plus integrating Google Sitemaps and Analytics.
Easy Social Share Buttons – Nice social media sharing buttons for your articles.
WP Rocket – Caching plugin that speeds up your travel blog
Imagify – Automaticaly optimizes your media library images for fast loading
There are others of course, but these will get you started.
Use Instagram to Help Promote Your Blog
7. Craft Your Online Persona
Create An About Page
One of the first things you should do on your blog is to create an about page. This is one of the most highly trafficked pages on any travel blog, because it tells people who you are, your background, and explains why they should follow you.
Keep it fun and personable. Let your readers know who you really are!
Embrace Social Media
If you want to build a successful and profitable travel blog, posting regularly to social media is important.
To begin, sign up for all the most popular platforms, and keep your social media username the same on all of them if possible. Otherwise, people can get confused.
A note on social media. Sometimes people ask me if they should start their travel blogs on Facebook or Instagram instead of having an actual website.
No, I don’t recommend relying on Facebook or Instagram. You don’t have any control over those platforms, and they could easily disappear in the future.
Use social media to promote and support your blog. Don’t build your business on a platform you have no control over, it’s just too risky.
Time to Start Blogging about Travel!
8. Writing Your First Blog Posts
Now it’s time to begin creating content for your travel blog. When you first start out, I recommend publishing new articles at least 1-2 times per week. But remember, quality is more important than quantity!
Take your time to craft excellent, useful blog posts that have impact. You want your articles to inspire wanderlust, but they should include plenty of actionable tips too.
In the beginning, maybe tell people why you are starting a travel blog. Or share what you’re packing for an upcoming trip.
Share your favorite (or not so favorite) parts of a country. Give tips for fun things to do, share your crazy travel stories, show-off your beautiful images in photo essays, create a short video tour, or give food recommendations.
Whatever the topic is, writing a blog post will help you understand how to publish images, headers, and all the other formatting that comes with publishing on WordPress.
Try writing about different topics to find your voice, and see what kinds of posts actually resonate with readers.
For example, road trip guides do really well on my site. But I didn’t discover that until later. You need to experiment!
Are you still planning your travels? Well, you can write about that too. Share different ways you are saving money for travel or maybe a bucket list of activities you want to try.
However my favorite strategy is to write about what you know.
As an example, let’s say you live in Richmond, Virginia. Maybe you don’t think it’s an interesting city to write about, yet there are thousands of people looking for travel tips about Richmond every day.
Share what you know with them! Help these people have a great trip, and they will become regular readers.
Remember to read other travel blogs for inspiration and ideas, and leave thoughtful comments on their articles. Link to other people’s blog posts from your site when appropriate.
Become an active member of the travel blogging community.
How To Make Money With Your Travel Blog
9. Start Making Money With Your Blog!
At first, your only readers will be family and friends. But that’s ok! We all started like that. To begin making money with your travel blog, you need to have a larger audience than just family and friends.
The more traffic your travel blog receives, the more money you can make with it. It takes time to build an audience and grow traffic. Don’t focus on making money right away, focus on building your audience.
However, you can start earning income early with Affiliate Programs like Amazon.com and Booking.com.
Basically, affiliate programs let you recommend things like clothing, travel gear, photography equipment, tours, or even hotels you stay at within your blog posts. You then earn a small commission whenever someone clicks on one of these tracking links and buys something.
Another option is showing display ads with Google Adsense, which lets other companies post banner advertisements on your travel blog.
How Much Money Can You Make From A Travel Blog?
Honestly, the sky (and your imagination) is the limit. In the beginning, you won’t be earning too much money though, and it really depends on how much time you put into it.
Your income and success grow only when your audience grows. So that should be your first priority moving forward!
Attracting new readers to your blog with great travel content.
To give you an example, you might be able to make a few hundred dollars (or a few thousand) per month after a year of blogging. It really depends on all kinds of unknowable factors.
While it took me about four years to start earning over $100,000 a year from blogging, others I know were able to achieve this milestone even earlier!For additional ways to earn income from your travel blog, please read: Getting Paid To Travel With Blogging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Really Make Money Blogging?
Yes. To become a successful travel blogger though, you need to provide value to others. Blogging about your day is not the same as writing a helpful destination travel guide. In addition to the fun articles, produce stuff people are actually searching for!
How Much Does It Cost To Start A Travel Blog
The up-front costs for starting a travel blog are pretty cheap. If you sign up for hosting with BlueHost, it’s only $2.95 a month (for the 36 month package).
Plus, you might want to download a profession theme for about $50. Not needed, but it does help you stand out.
On top of those expenses, you may want a nice logo designed too. Using a site like 99 Designs, you can have one made for another $50. So all-in, you’re looking at spending about $150 upfront.
Is Travel Blogging Too Saturated?
While it may seem like everyone and their grandmother has a blog these days, most people don’t take it very seriously. Only the most dedicated make a living with it. So it’s really up to you how much effort you put in.
Do You Need A Laptop & Camera?
Yes, you’ll need both. They don’t have to be top-of-the-line, but you’ll want a computer for writing and sharing blog posts, and a camera for capturing images from your adventures. Here are my favorite travel cameras.
Should I Enroll In A Travel Blogging Course?
Buying an online course isn’t a requirement to building a travel blog. But like anything in life, if you want to get good at something, investing time & money to be trained certainly helps. However, I’d recommend setting up your first travel blog to determine if you’ll enjoy it or not. Because blogging isn’t for everyone.
Happy Travel Blogging!
Setting up a travel blog is easy, but please be aware that building an audience is much tougher. You shouldn’t expect to see any large reader numbers for at least a year, maybe longer.
That’s one full year of blogging on a regular basis, and putting in at least 10 hours a week (most professional bloggers work 30+ hours a week).
Yes, it’s a dream job, but travel blogging is still a job that requires hard work. Creating a successful travel blog won’t happen overnight either.
But no risk, no reward! Good luck out there, and happy travel blogging. ★Ready for the next step? Read my more advanced post about how to become a successful travel blogger.
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Wales, much like its neighbouring country England is a small country that boasts a lot of culture and historical value. It sits in the southwest of Great Britain also known as the United kingdom and has a population of just over 3 million. The small country is scattered with wonderful castles that provide the perfect opportunity for visitors to get lost.
Seaside towns such as Tenby and Pembrokeshire provide the perfect scenery for tranquil days out with the family or to practice your photography. With a deep and fascinating Celtic history to discover and its own language to admire or maybe even learn it makes for a memorable and enjoyable place to visit. It’s a country dominated by vast stretches of greenery and there’s plenty of exciting and beautiful places that warrant attention. Additional to all of that, welsh people are wholesome and welcoming in nature and will likely add to the experience.
If you’re looking for excitement it may be worth heading to the capital city of Cardiff where there’s plenty to eat, drink and do at all hours of the day. Expand your knowledge by visiting Cardiff Museum or explore your taste buds with the variety of foods found in the range of restaurants. If you are looking for a city holiday but don’t want the chaos of a capital city then maybe the smaller cities of Swansea, St David’s or Bangor would be preferred, all would provide exciting breaks with welsh charm. If a city isn’t the type of thing you’re hoping for then there’s ample of charismatic seaside towns to holiday at, many of which even offer caravan holidays for fun trips with the family. No matter what type of holiday you’re seeking Wales is home to plenty of attractions that should be made the most of when anyone visits, some being Beacon Beacons National Park and Snowdonia National Park, both of which can be made into an adventure filled day exploring some of the countries gems.
Wales makes for a wonderful country to visit and explore. While sharing similarities with other British countries, the country also has much to offer that cannot be found anywhere else. The culture is one to be enjoyed and took advantage of when visiting. It would be a shame not to get lost in the extensive history of the country and learn as much as possible about the small countrys role in the famed British empire. With a much smaller population than England it can offer a relaxing place to holiday and get away from many of the stresses of normal life.
Our countryside, hills and landscapes, awe-inspiring landmarks and coastal seascapes have missed you and have been waiting patiently for your return. Finally, it’s time to start safely exploring our beautiful country again. Where will you start?
Will it be one of our seven cultural cities, with their iconic attractions, contemporary bars and restaurants and full range of accommodation offerings eager to welcome you back?
Or, what about a coastal seaside retreat with miles of sandy beaches on your doorstep, begging for you to explore during Scotland’s Year of Coasts & Waters? Or a glamping escape nestled deep in the countryside surrounded by acres of space and time to reconnect with the ones you love?
Now you’ve seen our new film, it’s time to plan your trip. Our Holidays & Breaks page has everything you need – with short break ideas provided by the industry stars of our film, a short video on how to enjoy safe travels in Scotland, and all the latest Covid-19 advice including our new Good to Go scheme.
Plan your break to Scotland now, because Only In Scotland can travelling so little make such a big difference.
NOW OPEN AND GOOD TO GO
Scotland’s famous attractions, welcoming accommodation and bustling city streets are reopening their doors to welcome back all of its local and international friends to visit. With added safety measures in place, you can still experience all the incredible culture, enticing history and hidden gems that the country has to offer, complete with the reassurance that it is clean and safe to do so.
Accommodation; hotels, self-catering, camping and more
Keep an eye out for the ‘We’re Good to Go’ logo which will show you tourism businesses who are working hard to adhere to government and public health guidance, and have carried out a COVID-19 risk assessment to check they have everything in place to reopen safely.
For a small nation,England is rated as one of the top tourist destinations in Europe. It boasts of culture, traditions, and rich history that have played a significant role in developing world history.
With lyrical landscapes, historical sites, award-winning beaches, and hospitable people, England should be on your travel bucket list.
Durdle Door – Wareham
England’s great history is seen in quaint medieval towns spread all over the country. Visiting York, Oxford, and Cambridge towns will take you back to previous eras. History lovers will be spoilt for choice on which pre-historic site, Roman ruins, or castle to visit. Some of the “must-visit” historical sites are the Stonehenge, Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Fountains Abbey. Castles you can check out are Leeds and Warwick.
Stonehendge
Warwick Castle
The idyllic country has landscapes that will take your breath away!
Driving around the countryside, you will come across scenic lakes, beautiful mountains, windswept beaches, and picturesque villages.
Take a walk through the Cotswolds or wonder at the magnificent views at Lake District National Park when in England. The Chester zoo is a great mix of wildlife and gorgeous landscape, perfect for families.
The Beatles Statue – Liverpool
Besides its rich historical past, England is also home to modern cities like Liverpool, Sheffield, Manchester, Bristol, and London. These cities give you a chance to experience the vibrant entertainment and art scene popular with art lovers. Younger people will love the buzzing nightlife in these cities that involve visiting various entertainment and drinking joints. If you enjoy dancing, you will definitely find a spot that meets your budget and guarantees an enjoyable time.
England has an eclectic culinary scenery with typical traditional meals served in most restaurants. Whether you prefer eating at a local eatery or a Michelin starred restaurant, you will find an establishment that meets your taste.
If England is on your “must-visit” list, then you have every reason to visit the country in the near future.
Campervans are still gaining popularity, especially as people strive to achieve a work-life balance in their hectic worlds. Many have grown up with campervan holidays being a staple of their younger years, but more and more people are stumbling upon a world that they knew little about, and finding that the world of campervanning opens up many more possibilities than they had realised. If you are at the start of your campervan quest or are on the brink of buying into this way of life, here are our top reasons to buy a campervan.
Freedom
This has to be top of the list, because having a campervan sat in your driveway or in storage near to you means that at any point you are able to grab your stuff and go. As the majority of the things that you need will be able to stay in situ, you save the energy and time of endless packing and unpacking in order to be able to head off into the sunset. A weekend can be stretched out to feel a lot longer if you travel on a Friday night and do the return leg on Sunday night, and because you don’t have to hurry to take everything out of your van, you feel like you have had a bigger break than you have.
Explore far and wide
Taking a campervan off on an adventure is most people’s dream scenario. You could be sat in your home town one day and a few days later be in Ireland, Scotland, Wales or a remote part of England, or off in the sunnier climes of the South of France, Spain or basically wherever you are prepared to drive to!
Cost effectiveness
Many find that if they like exploring new places on a regular basis the cost of staying in hotels or b&b’s. If you are single or in a couple and want to head to gathering but don’t want to sleep on a floor, or you have children and want to be able to put them to bed as you travel home, then it can save you so much money.
Easier than a caravan
Campervans have a generally more hip and trendy look and feel to them than the cumbersome caravan, and they are much easier to park in towns and cities and take to smaller campsites. You also don’t have to drive so slowly in a campervan which is a great boon for trips when you are short on time. Think about it….minimal effort is required to jump into your campervan as soon as you see a good weather forecast and set off.
Better than just camping
If you really love camping you can combine both, but having the security of the campervan with the facilities that it offers above simply being under canvass means that most people adapt to life in a campervan (especially the more luxury conversions with delightful beds with duvets!) better than they do to wet groundsheets and grass in your sleeping bag.
You can take the family
Taking your family is much more bearable in a campervan when you can fit some of the home comforts in rather than being stuffed into a car.
Onboard facilities!
How plush and how many mod cons your campervan has inside is up to you, but even those with basic fridge, cooker and lighting can transform your trip by enabling you to stick to your usual routines without having to spend a fortune on meals out or plastic packed sandwiches. The great thing is that you can keep adding and tweaking your campervan interior as you want, upgrading as you go along, making it more and more luxurious and suited to your needs.
The campervan scene
Everyone with a campervan understands that other people with campervans are generally seeking the same experiences and lifestyle as you, and there is a great bond that develops between the kindred spirits who are enjoying altering their campervans to make them into the unique and bespoke expressions of themselves.
Hiring a campervan can be a amazing way of visiting the UK, recently I’ve came across an excellent service called campers4hire based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. (Which is actually not that far from Manchester.)
