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Camping near volcanoes – part 1

op 20180215

No, I didn’t go on holiday to America, Iceland or some other faraway destination. In fact, you can see volcanos just over the channel. They are as close as France, in the Auvergne region to be precise. That France is a very popular country among many European campers doesn’t make it any less fun and exciting. I bet you will also be pleasantly surprised when you see the splendour you encounter there and on route. I would like to share my tips...

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5 tips for planning a smooth camping trip with children

op 12/02/2018

If you love the great outdoors, and like the idea of a holiday that will teach your children about the natural world, then camping could be the perfect family vacation for you. Not only is it a brilliant bonding activity, but camping is also often much more affordable than pricey foreign holidays in a hotel. If you’re looking to explore the wilderness with your kids, but you’re not sure where to get started, then we’ve...

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8 European hotspots for 2018

op 09/02/2018

You’ve seen the Eiffel Tower, you know the Ramblas like the back of your hand and you’ve seen every inch of the Colosseum. What you want for 2018 is the wow-factor from new destinations and undiscovered locations. Let us inspire you with eight European locations that might not yet have made it to your list. 1. Leeuwarden Capital of Culture (the Netherlands) This year’s European Capital of Culture is not to be missed. In and around Leeuwarden,...

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10 surprising camping destinations

op 20180130

Looking for a new holiday destination this year? Fantastic! We all have a list of countries or regions we’ve thought would make for a great camping holiday. The possibility of finding a totally different, maybe even surprising destination – one that’s less well known and perhaps not the first place you might think of. Here are 10 ideas that will give you some inspiration as you consider where next to go camping. Ariège In...

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ACSI campsite guides: which one should I choose?

op 20180129

Dutch campsite specialist ACSI is publishing a second English title in 2018: ACSI Campsite Guide, which includes more than 2,300 specially selected campsites. This also gives the English-speaking camper another choice: to opt for the tried and trusted CampingCard ACSI, or to go travelling in 2018 with this new travel guide? It seems a difficult choice, as the price of both books is the same and both books include a discount card for discounted...

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Is your camping gear properly insured?

op 20180125

I’m going away and I’m taking … a tent, sleeping bag, clothes, camera, smartphone and camping stove. Wherever you’re going and whatever you’re doing, your camping gear probably cost a considerable sum. It’s best not to dwell on it, but everything you take with you could in fact be damaged or stolen. And that’s where proper insurance for your camping gear comes in extremely handy. Do you know if you or your camping gear are properly...

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