Inspiration
There's so much to see and do in Scotland that we can't replicate all the information here on our website - but we can certainly point you in the right direction! We can't promise all of the information on third party websites is accurate or up to date, but the pages should be helpful.
We encourage all motorhome and campervan owners to have a read through the website pages of CaMPA - which gives a very simple overview of the rules and advice around safe driving, overnight parking and waste disposal. Whether you are a motorhome owner, a first time hirer, a tourism agency or a local business, this website is a free resource for you to use. Please help spread the message of responsible travel amongst the motorhome community.
CAMPRA - The Campaign for Real Aires is a site dedicated to promoting facilities for the year round recreational use of motorcaravans in the UK. Starting as a small Facebook group only intended for Scotland where he lives, it quickly gathered a couple of hundred members and then did nothing. That is, until during Lockdown, Roy Goring decided to share it across a selection of other motorhoming groups in July 2020. Quickly membership soared until three months later they had over 13,000 members across the UK.
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10 Reasons to go on a Motorhome Holiday
If a motorhome holiday is something that has always been on your bucket list, then there is no better time to go for it than now! At Highland Campervans we love everything about motorhoming and all it brings, so we have put together a handy list of inspiration as to why we think a motorhome lifestyle can be for everyone!
1. It's always good to try a new experience!
A holiday in a motorhome or a campervan is on a lot of peoples bucket list of things to do. A new experience is always great for the soul and a motorhome holiday gives you so much more of a feeling of relaxation and getting away from it all than most holidays. New experiences provide new memories, open up ideas for new hobbies, learn new things about the world and visit a number of places in one trip……. It’s not just one new experience but many!
2. You can see so much of an area by touring
Being able to travel and explore is one of the biggest benefits of a motorhome holiday. You are not tied to one hotel or area, if the weather turns or you are enjoying being in a location and want to stay longer, you have the choice to change your plans to suit your needs. You can take in as many or as little miles as you want.
3. Freedom!
There is a lot of freedom to a motorhome holiday. You don’t have to tie down too many plans if you don’t want too. If you are a person that likes to take things day to day, this type of holiday is ideal. There are numerous campsites across Scotland with excellent facilities plus there are other safe overnight parking areas for motorhomes that can allow for late arrivals or early departures.
4. Time to ditch the tent and upgrade?
Have you spent many years camping, loved it but are fed up of sleeping on the floor? A motorhome is a fabulous upgrade to going camping and we get many people making the step to a more “glamping” experience. Depending on your vehicle most motorhomes come with a cassette toilet and washroom, including a shower. You have the luxury of a seating area and a comfy bed. The best thing is no guide ropes to tighten in the wind and you can even turn the heating on to get nice and toasty if the weather is blowing a hoolie outside!
5. Get outside! Go on an adventure!
Adventure is always good for the soul and this can be anything from going for a walk on a beach, having a picnic in the woods or taking your very first campervan trip. Once you have made the first step you will reap the rewards, the very minimum you will get is great memories, good stories to tell family and friends and another tick to your bucket list!
6. Enhance your hobby
Do you have a passion for photography? Being in a motorhome may enable you to park close to that hill, beach, loch or view that you want to capture in many different lights, or gives you the opportunity to set off at early o’clock and come back to a warm and cozy environment for a hot drink, some food or a quick nap before heading to your next setting. Alternatively are you an artist who gets inspired by amazing landscapes or nature? A motorhome with internal desk space or external camping chairs and tables gives you the perfect space to take in the inspiration and put it to paper. Ample storage for equipment in the motorhomes means that you are not restricted to a few hobbies and we can list many more like fishing, mountain biking, running, cycling, hill walking, paddle boarding, birdwatching, archaeology, orienteering, the list really does go on!
7. Spend quality time
Spending quality time with friends and loved ones is essential, we are so busy day to day that we often forget to just stop and take a moment with our nearest and dearest. A motorhome holiday is a great excuse to ensure quality time is spent together. Make the plans together, all choose a different destination you want to visit, something you want to try or just plan a trip that means simply relaxing in each other company with a drink in hand and nothing but a great view and hours to catch up!
8. Disconnect
To be able to disconnect from the stresses and strains of everyday life is getting more and more valuable for our health and wellbeing. The great thing about the Scottish Highlands is that its easier to disconnect than it is to get a phone signal! Turn off the electronics, disconnect with social media and reconnect with everything else! Read a book, write a letter, make plans, talk, read a magazine, switch off completely and let your body and brain rest. It will all be there when you return but you will be refreshed and full of energy to tell everyone about your great adventures.
9. No family left behind.... Pet friendly holiday!
You never have to leave an important member of the family behind – it’s a pet friendly holiday! Scotland is the best playground for fantastic walks with your furry family! They can stretch their legs and use up lots of energy across the numerous white sandy beaches, hill walks or forest tracks. Remember to respectfully stick to the guidelines of the Scottish outdoor access code.
10. Try it to check you like it!
If van life is on your bucket list plan and the dream is to own your very own beautiful campervan or motorhome, a motorhome hire is an ideal way to learn what does and doesn’t suit you. It may seem like an expensive test but purchasing a leisure vehicle is such a huge investment it is worth spending a little to experience different models, layouts and manufacturers before taking the plunge with your hard earned savings.
We are an award winning dealership for Auto-Sleepers, Globecar, Malibu, Swift & WildAx brands, meaning we can give you plenty of helpful advice and information to help you make one of the best decisions you can make, to own a motorhome or campervan!