Travel Tips
Expert advice for motorhome travel and road trips
Motorhome Insurance: What's Covered When You Hire?
A plain English guide to motorhome hire insurance. What is covered, what is excluded (height damage is the big one), how excess works, and what happens at collection and return.
Motorhome Holidays vs Caravan Holidays: What's the Difference?
An honest motorhome vs caravan comparison covering flexibility, towing, running costs, space, day trips and which option suits your travel style. Plus why hiring removes most of the guesswork.
How Far in Advance Should You Book a Motorhome Hire?
Honest advice on when to book motorhome hire. Peak summer holidays need 3-6 months notice, events book fast, shoulder season is flexible, and winter can be last-minute. A seasonal guide to planning.
Motorhome Accessories You Actually Need (and Ones You Don't)
An honest guide to motorhome accessories in three tiers. Actually need: levelling ramps, torch, CO detector, first aid kit. Nice to have: awning, BBQ, bikes. Don't bother: generators, satellite dishes, water purification systems, and most forum gadget recommendations.
Motorhome Fuel Costs: How Much Will I Spend on Diesel?
Honest motorhome fuel cost calculations. 25-30 MPG real-world figures, specific trip costs from Pontefract (Dales weekend £36, Lake District week £92, NC500 £284, Cornwall £356), and six practical tips to improve your diesel economy.
Long Term Motorhome Hire: Everything You Need to Know
Everything about long term motorhome hire in the UK. Who does it (retirees, between-houses, digital nomads), cost advantages, practical tips (mail, gas, maintenance), and three route suggestions from 2 weeks to 6 months.
Motorhome Essentials for Winter: Heating, Insulation, and Staying Warm
Everything you need to know about staying warm in a motorhome in winter. How the heating works, managing condensation, thermal blinds, bedding tips, and protecting the water system in cold weather.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Motorhome in the UK?
Transparent guide to UK motorhome hire costs in 2026. Seasonal rates, vehicle sizes, the hidden extras trap (mileage, bedding, cleaning), and a total holiday cost breakdown: £1,350-1,960 for a couple's week in September.
Wild Camping in Scotland by Motorhome: What's Actually Allowed
What's actually allowed when wild camping in Scotland with a motorhome? The right to roam doesn't cover vehicles. Here are the real rules, management zones, overnight parking conventions, and how to do it responsibly.
Parking a Motorhome: Height Barriers, Overnight Spots, and Where to Stop
Practical guide to motorhome parking in the UK. Height barriers, supermarket tips, Brit Stops, overnight options, wild camping rules, parking bans, and the best apps.