A Welsh Weekend Escape to Three Cliffs Bay in Our New Campervan
Hitting the Road in Humphrey for the First Time There’s a particular kind of excitement that bubbles up the day before a trip in the van. That familiar ritual of packing, the final checks, and the anticipation of open roads and new landscapes. This time, however, there was an extra layer of novelty – this would be the first proper adventure in the new Van, the Autotrail Expedition 66 which we had picked up just a few days earlier. For 4 years Amberly our trusty Ford Nugget was our home on wheels, a compact and nimble companion that felt more like an oversized car than a motorhome. We had some…
A Magical Weekend In The Trees: Wolf Wood Treehouse
This October, Louise and I took a brief break from the daily grind, leaving our campervan behind for a magical weekend at the Wolf Wood Spa Treehouse in Devon to mark our 10th wedding anniversary. The location Perched high in a secluded woodland canopy, this exquisite treehouse provided an unforgettable mix of nature and luxury. As we approached the treehouse via a private track, we were immediately struck by its stunning location. Perched on the side of a hill, it boasted breathtaking views over the woodland valley and the distant tors of Dartmoor, yet it was tastefully hidden amongst the foliage. The treehouse was an architectural wonder, featuring three interconnected…
Ultimate Swiss Campervan Adventure Pt 2: Epic Road Trip From Lugano To Jungfraujoch And Zermatt With Stunning Alpine Views And Swiss Delights
Welcome to the 2nd part of our condensed version of our Swiss adventure! If you’re yearning for more detailed stories and tips about our travels through Switzerland, be sure to grab our comprehensive 96-page PDF by signing up for our newsletter. This guide takes you deeper into our exploration of mesmerizing places, scenic drives, and delightful campsites. If you missed part 1 – Click HERE. A MEMORABLE JOURNEY THROUGH GOTTHARD TUNNEL, SUSTENPASS, TO CAMPING JUNGFRAU. Gotthard Tunnel & Sustenpass Detour! After the lively vibe of Lugano, we couldn’t wait to get back to the great outdoors! Our next stop? The enchanting Camping Jungfrau in Lauterbrunnen. We planned a fun journey…
Embark on the Ultimate Swiss Campervan Adventure Pt 1: Scenic Journeys and Hidden Gems Across Switzerland
Welcome to the quick version of our travel diary/guide to Switzerland; the full 96-page PDF version is also available for Free when you sign up to our very infrequent newsletter. In it we go into more detail about all the places we visited, the drives, and the campsites. Hello there! We’re Marcus & Louise, and for several years now, we’ve been joyfully exploring the UK in our beloved campervans. It all started with Flossy, the cutest pink VW T2 van we hired, which truly introduced us to the magic of the campervan lifestyle. After Flossy, we embraced the adventures with Bellamy, our rusty/trusty 36-year-old VW T3, for five wonderful years.…
Ultimate NC500 Road Trip Recap: Tips, Routes, and Must-Have Guides for an Unforgettable Journey
Follow these links for Part 1 & Part 2 of our NC500 adventure. After nearly 1935 miles (3,114.08 km) and 2 weeks in our VW Camper Bellamy, our NC500 trip was over. Whilst it sounds like a lot of mileage it never felt like too much driving. Day 9 was the one day when we covered too many miles, but this was due to changing our plans based on the weather report and not visiting the Isle of Skye. Maintenance of your vehicle. Driving a total of 1935 miles (ca. 3,114 km) over 14 days in a 35-year-old VW T3 Campervan was an experience we will never forget. Our trusty…
Epic NC500 Campervan Adventure Part 2: From Clachtoll’s Bone Caves to Doune Castle and More
This is the 2nd part of our NC500 adventure – Part 1 can be found HERE. Day 7 – Clachtoll to Gairloch – 100 miles (160km) The weather was looking good, and It was 100 miles to our next overnight stop near Gairloch. This was longer than we really wanted to drive, but it was our best option due to several campsites now closed for the season. We decided to plan a short hike into our day and explore the Bone Caves en route. So we left early to squeeze in as much as possible. Lochinver Village. Out first stop was the lovely village of Lochinver and the famous (to…
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Moving on from our VW T3 Camper
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