The top 10 caravan stories of 2020

It may not have been the year we were all hoping for in terms of getting out and about in our caravans, but at least we’ve been able to read.

Throughout the year, the editorial team at Caravan magazine and Out&AboutLive has continued to deliver the latest news, reviews, technical advice and travel – we can all still dream and plan, if nothing else – for you to enjoy.

What were the most read, and most popular, caravan articles of 2020? Here’s the top ten…

The perfect campsite showers

It’s often the first question someone asks when visiting a campsite: ‘What are the showers like?’ Let’s face it, the standard of the showering and washing facilities are very important – so much so, that our article on finding the perfect campsite showers came out in the No.1 position. It was our most-read article of 2020!
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/campsites/the-perfect-campsites-showers-do-they-exist

Best luxury four-berth caravan

Next up is one of the first articles of the year, from the Caravan Awards 2020, the results of which were announced in January. This piece focused on the winner of the Best Luxury Four-Berth Caravan category, the Coachman Laser 675.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/general/best-luxury-4-berth-caravan-coachman-laser-675

Setting up a caravan on a campsite pitch

There is always a need and an interest in caravan advice, and that process of arriving at a campsite and setting up remains an important part of the lifestyle. Our article on How to set up a caravan on a campsite pitch was undoubtedly one of the most popular reads of the year. A ten-step guide, it covered everything the caravan owner needed to know about setting up on a campsite, from unhitching to connecting the water system.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/practical-advice/caravan-advice-how-to-set-up-a-caravan-on-a-campsite-pitch

Caravan of the Year

Another article from the Caravan Awards 2020, this revealed the Caravan of the Year winner. The Adria Altea Dart was described by our judging panel as a ‘splendid’ four berth caravan which will appeal to couples for its ‘space and comfort’.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/general/caravan-of-the-year-adria-altea-dart

Best Value for Money Caravan

With a starting price from just £16,740, it’s no surprise that there was a lot of interest in Caravan magazine’s choice of the Best Value for Money Caravan. It was congratulations to the Swift Sprite Alpine, which impressed due to its stylish and simple interior and, of course, its affordable cost.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/general/best-value-for-money-caravan-swift-sprite-alpine-4

Caravan advice: Roam with WiFi

Wherever we go on our caravanning travels, we invariably still want to stay connected. Hence, getting access to regular and reliable WiFi in your caravan is an important factor – and our advice article ranked highly with readers. Including a step-by-step guide, with images, on installing an external antenna, our Roam with WiFi article is packed full of useful information.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/practical-advice/caravan-advice-roam-with-wifi

Best Luxury six-berth caravan

We all love a bit of luxury, right? Our article on the winner of the Best Luxury Six-berth Caravan in the Caravan Awards 2020 drew a lot of interest. The Buccaneer Aruba has three dedicated sleeping areas, with a double bed to the rear, a further double bed (or two single beds) that can be created in the lounge, and yet another double bed that can be converted in the dining area.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/general/best-luxury-6-berth-caravan-buccaneer-aruba

A guide to caravan weights and payloads

If you’re confused by caravan weights and payloads, this is the article for you. This quick guide takes a look at all-important areas including MIRO, MTPLM, noseweight, plate upgrade, and provides more understanding on what you need to know about towing.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/practical-advice/quick-guide-to-caravan-weights-and-payloads

Best Twin-axle Caravan for Families

Yet another category from the Caravan Awards 2020, the Best Twin-axle Caravan for Families class was claimed by the Compass Casita 868. The Compass Casita 868 can accommodate up to six people, though we think it’s ideal for a family of four.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/general/best-twin-axle-caravan-for-families-compass-casita-868

Erwin Hymer’s 2021 models

The reveal of a new season’s models is always an exciting time in the caravan year, and our news story covering Erwin Hymer’s line-up was one of the most seen stories of 2020. The article had more details on new models such as the Buccaneer Bermuda, Elddis Crusader Borealis and Compass Camino 650.
https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/caravans/articles/general/erwin-hymer-group-introduce-three-brand-new-models-for-2021