European Travel
Europeans love camping and caravanning. No matter which country you’re exploring, there are campsites to cater for all tastes and budgets – from wild wilderness to glamping in style. If you’re searching for holiday inspiration (from the best campsites to little-known locations and experiences off the beaten-track), here’s everything you need for your next European adventure.
Where to go in June: Our Top Picks
Ben Tully | 22 May 2023 | Read time: 8m 24s
June is an exhilarating time to embark on a journey through Europe's captivating landscapes and vibrant cities. As summer takes hold of the continent, a tapestry of experiences awaits avid travellers.
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A place in the sun
Rob Fearn | 5 May 2023 | Read time: 6m 26s
Although stretches of its coast around the best beaches are very developed, there are plenty of places to go for...
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Exploring Northern Italy's Vibrant Cities: A City Camping Guide
Peter Stannett | 30 Mar 2023 | Read time: 6m 57s
If you're keen to visit Italy but aren't sure where to go – why not enjoy some dolce vita in Italy's stunning cities? Today we're exploring Italy's main cities, starting with Northern Italy.
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Exploring Germany's Historic Cities
Peter Stannett | 16 Feb 2023 | Read time: 4m 22s
Germany has a rich but fragmented tapestry of history, in part due to political events, geographical fluctuations and, of course, seismic world events. The country is full of museums, theatres, monuments and much more making Germany a fantastic choice for campers interested in history, science, art and politics.
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Tiny Country Camping
Rob Fearn | 18 Nov 2022 | Read time: 4m 56s
Europe is home to five of the top-ten smallest countries in the world, and if you want to explore these micro-nations, then camping could be the perfect way to visit.
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Top 5 European Music Capitals
Ben Tully | 11 Nov 2022 | Read time: 9m 56s
Ahh Europe... birthplace to some of the world's most famous composers, musicians and songwriters, and home to a great selection of intimate music bars, awesome underground scenes, world-famous clubs, live music venues and stunning opera houses.
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Unusual France
Russell Wheldon | 7 Nov 2022 | Read time: 11m 52s
France has a great wealth of world-class tourist attractions. But sometimes, whether you've somehow managed to see them all, or just a handful, you want something more quirky. You've visited Pont du Gard, the Caves of Lascaux, Père Lachaise Cemetery and Monet's Gardens; what now?
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Alternative Portugal
Russell Wheldon | 31 Oct 2022 | Read time: 9m 51s
The Alentejo forms around a third of Portugal's landmass, yet it has just 6% of the population, and few visitors can claim to know much about it. This is one of Europe's least densely populated regions and a sorely overlooked holiday destination.
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Introducing our Campsite Assessors - The Corralls
Rob Fearn | 12 Jul 2022 | Read time: 3m 49s
Spending summers on the road is part of annual life for the Alan Rogers campsite assessors. Travelling all over Europe, they produce in-depth, independent reports on each site they visit.
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Introducing our Campsite Assessors - Paul Johnson
Rob Fearn | 11 Jul 2022 | Read time: 4m 11s
Spending summers on the road is a way of life for the Alan Rogers campsite assessors. Travelling all over Europe, producing in-depth, independent reports on each campsite they visit.
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5 Best Camping Spots In Ireland
Rob Fearn | 10 May 2022 | Read time: 3m 25s
There are lots of ways you can make your camping holiday even better. For example, choosing the very best tent and camping equipment or making your journey stress-free by using a shipping service to transport all your equipment for you.
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Best in Travel 2022
Ben Tully | 20 Jan 2022 | Read time: 4m 3s
Every year, our friends at Lonely Planet publish the ultimate list of countries, regions and cities which they deem must-visits for the year ahead. We're excited that more of the destinations that we offer have been chosen to represent 2022's Best in Travel than ever before.
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5 of the Best Countries for Camping
Peter Stannett | 17 Jan 2022 | Read time: 3m 53s
For making memories, having great experiences and relaxation you can't beat a good camping holiday. Whether you prefer a tent, caravan or motorhome, you can experience the best in an affordable way and without missing out on all of the holiday luxuries you want to enjoy.
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UNESCO: Western Europe
Ben Tully | 25 Nov 2021 | Read time: 5m 5s
We will be covering 454 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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UNESCO: Germany
Ben Tully | 15 Nov 2021 | Read time: 6m 13s
With its wealth of scenic and cultural interests, Germany is a land of contrasts. From the flatlands of the north to the mountains in the south, with forests in the east and west, regional characteristics are a strong feature of German life and present a rich variety of folklore and customs.
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UNESCO: Central/Eastern Europe
Ben Tully | 8 Nov 2021 | Read time: 3m 58s
We will be covering 452 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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Film inspired Swiss holiday locations
The Alan Rogers Team | 4 Nov 2021 | Read time: 5m 25s
Take the family on a tour throughout Switzerland inspired by some great films, and remember to plan for everything, including a visa if needed.
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UNESCO: Northern Europe
Ben Tully | 11 Oct 2021 | Read time: 17m 27s
We will be covering 454 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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Planning a fishing holiday
Peter Stannett | 28 Apr 2021 | Read time: 10m 29s
There is little quite as relaxing as settling down for the day in beautiful countryside, by a lake, a river, or sea. Fishing is one of those hobbies that allow you to fully relax and live in the moment as you appreciate the natural world around you whilst enjoying the day's activity.
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Curious Camping Part 3 - Nifty Netherlands
Peter Stannett | 3 Feb 2021 | Read time: 7m 18s
If you want to visit the home of camping, then Holland is the place to go! The Dutch love camping and are experts at it. This country boasts some of the best campsites and camping facilities that Europe has to offer.
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