Five facts about caravans

It is used for drawing

it is water proof

it is made up of a cloth

absolute value for money and good resale value

a lot of cupboard and drawer space

well equipped kitchen (microwave, oven, large bench space, 4 burner stove)

strong air conditioning capable of cooling down 4 to 5 bodies

spacious lounge area (L shaped or club lounge preferred by families)

room to move

TV that can swing around from one side to the other

privacy screens to separate the 2 sleeping areas

creature comforts

large, two door fridge freezer (we have 180L and live in our van full time)

Separate wc and shower (vs combined) - most of the young families we have talked to recommend the separate wc and shower option to avoid having to wipe down the bathroom every time someone has a shower

room for a washing machine (or portable one) as doing your washing using the machines provided at the park isn't practical nor cost effective in the long run

double or triple bunks (we hear the triple bunks have better resale value)

window in each bunk

12v outlets and lights in the kids area to charge entertainment devices such as iPads and tablets

solar panel and large water tanks for free camping

big awning for shade and play

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