CHOOSING, BUYING & USING YOUR FIRST CARAVAN

Everything you need to know to have unforgettable caravanning holidays

Inside your essential guide:

INTRODUCTION TO CARAVANNING - If you're new to caravanning, a wonderful world of freedom awaits

CHOOSING

• ANATOMY OF A CARAVAN: EXTERIOR - Understanding the components of a caravan's exterior
• ANATOMY OF A CARAVAN: INTERIOR - Step inside a caravan to view a typical layout 
• CHOOSING YOUR IDEAL LAYOUT - Choosing a preferred layout is one of your most important decisions
• CARAVAN LAYOUT GUIDE - End kitchen, rear washroom, twin beds; take a look at the various caravan layouts
• WEIGHTS & LAWS - The world of caravan weights and laws, made simple
• BUYING NEW OR USED - Should you buy a new or used caravan? We take a look at your options
• SINGLE OR TWIN-AXLE - Another consideration is a single-axle or twin-axle caravan. What's the difference?
• EIGHT-FOOT-WIDE CARAVANS - The rising popularity of super-wide tourers have transformed caravanning

BUYING

• BUYING NEW: 2020 MODELS - We check out some of the new caravan models for the 2020 season
• WHERE TO BUY - Ready to buy, but where from? We take a look at buying from dealers, privately and at shows
• BUYING USED - You could grab a bargain buying a used ’van – here's what you could get for your money
• HEATING & WATER SYSTEMS - Let us introduce you to the three different caravan heating systems
• FINANCING YOUR CARAVAN - When it comes to paying for your caravan, there are a range of finance options available

OWNING

• CARAVAN INSURANCE - It's sensible to look after your investment; here's our guide to caravan insurance
• STORING YOUR CARAVAN - Where do you plan to store your caravan when it's not in use?
• TYRES & SERVICING - Healthy caravan tyres are vital - here's how to inspect and examine them
• TOWING TIPS - Don't be daunted about towing; follow these tips and you'll be perfoming like a pro
• TOWBAR GUIDE - Towbar types and technology can feel bewildering – we break it all down here
• EQUIPMENT & ACCESSORIES - A guide to all the essential items you need for your caravan lifestyle
• SECURITY DEVICES - We explore the best security options to help deter potential caravan thieves
• SETTING UP ON SITE - You've arrived at your chosen campsite – here's how to set up correctly and safely
• JOINING A CARAVAN CLUB - The benefits of joining the Camping & Caravanning Club, and other clubs

ENJOYING

• CAMPSITES - From Edinburgh to Cornwall, we reveal some of the UK's best sites for caravan holidays
• JARGON BUSTER - You'll soon be speaking like a caravan expert with our jargon-busting glossary
• CARAVAN CHECKLIST - Pack everything you need for your caravan trip with this handy checklist

And much, much more!