Emissions stickers: the rules for each country (2019)

on 8 Apr 2019

Environmental zones have been established in many European (inner) cities since 2016. You can only drive into these areas with a special sticker. These rules have changed a little in recent times. That’s why I decided to incorporate all the latest legislation into a handy overview. There’s one tip I can share straight away: make sure you buy your emissions sticker on time. Particularly now that the holiday season is approaching, the delivery time may be longer than expected.

Greetings from Esther: ‘Valence is like a second home’

on 29 Mar 2019

I think I’ve spent around six of my last ten holidays in the vicinity of Valence. This French city is tucked in between the Ardèche and the Drôme, on the Route du Soleil, just below Lyon. I love this region: the views of the Rhône Valley, the surrounding towns, the beautiful nature and the delicious food. It feels a bit like a second home. And if you maintain a good speed, you can drive there in a day.

This is why kids love camping

on 26 Mar 2019

Do you have some great memories of camping holidays from your childhood? But now you have young children of your own, do you have doubts about going on a camping holiday with them? Let go of any doubts you have: I’ll give you five reasons why it’s a great idea to go camping with young children.

Meintje and Camiel’s top 5 sights in Istria

on 21 Mar 2019

Meintje and Camiel are real campers. Together they have holidayed in many countries with a tent or trailer tent, and nowadays they travel with a motorhome. They visit all the best spots and share their photos on Instagram. One of their favourite holiday destinations is Croatia, especially the province of Istria. Read their tips about the most beautiful sights in this region.

3x glamping in Slovenia

on 7 Mar 2019

Anyone who likes luxury at a campsite has more choice nowadays. Comfortable and attractive accommodation can be found at the loveliest spots on the campsite. A four-poster bed, rain shower, jacuzzi, lounge sofa, airconditioning; nothing is too much. Sometimes glamping is even more luxurious than you are used to at home … I would like to present three campsites in this blog which offer a wide range of glamping options in the top holiday destination of 2019: Slovenia!

La dolce vita: camp at an agriturismo!

on 1 Mar 2019

Camp amid the rolling vineyards, dine on pasta made with fresh local produce and while away the days relaxing by the pool. That’s what it means to stay at an Italian agriturismo. Farm camping has been turned into an art form here. No frills, just genuine hospitality and a passion for the land that you can only find at small family businesses nowadays. My four agricampeggio tips.