50 TOP TOURING TIPS
Coming to motorcaravanning as a newbie involves a pretty steep learning curve. On each trip, you’ll almost certainly learn something new, and all of these things should help to make your touring lifestyle that bit easier and more enjoyable.
But even experienced motorhome owners can benefit from useful hints and tips, so here are ours, covering everything from buying your vehicle, to getting out on the road, setting up on site, and safe storage.
In addition, looking ahead to better times, we’ve included touring abroad!
BUYING A MOTORHOME
■ At certain times of the year, there are some great deals available on motorhomes, because many dealers will be aiming to sell off remaining stock, ahead of the next season’s new arrivals on the forecourts.
If you are prepared to buy a 2020 model in 2021, you could save a lot of money. However, having said that, do bear in mind that the pandemic’s dramatic effect on vehicle production and supply chains, and increased sales, means this might not be the case for now.
■ Dealer-special motorhomes are new models with specifications created by a dealership, exclusively for them to sell. Often, these vehicles come with a host of extras, to a value far in excess of the higher price you’ll pay.
Choose your model carefully and you can grab a bargain. Just make sure those extras do add to the ’van’s value.
■ Dual-fuel hobs (which usually provide three gas burners and an electric hotplate) are a
