Heather on her travels

Caravan Holidays – An ancient form of travel

Posted: 08 Jul 2011 12:11 PM PDT

In this article from Park Resorts, we celebrate the joys of the open road and the fun and freedom of caravan holidays in England and throughout Europe.

The caravan is one of the oldest forms of transport. Horse drawn caravans and wagons have been crossing continents via major trade routes for thousands of years, bringing silks, spice and other exotic commodities to Europe from the East. As with most things, the caravan has developed considerably in the modern age, with technological advancement changing perhaps the face but not the heart of caravan travel.

The original Romany Caravan

Indeed, it is now possible to take caravan holidays without even travelling with a caravan, with operators like Park Resorts providing static caravan breaks across the U.K. However, there is still nothing quite like the caravan holidays it is still possible to take where you hit the open road with no fixed itinerary or destination.

These meandering caravan holidays are a great way to explore many parts of Europe at your own pace. Countries like France and Italy have amazing regional food and wine, and one of the best ways to sample this delightful culture can be through travelling in a caravan. France in particular has excellent and affordable caravan park facilities throughout the country, making it easy to make relaxing pit stops when required.

Relaxing on the Caravan Park

When you find an area that you are particularly fond of, you have the option to simply stay put. Equally, if the conditions don't suit, you can up and leave with minimal hassle, chasing better weather, company or food as you desire.

Travelling in a caravan often affords the opportunity to meet a range of people that you simply won't encounter on the traditional package holiday affair. This is especially the case when you make stops outside of organised caravan parks, although the parks are often the venue for striking up a new friendship.

Family Holidays on the Caravan site

Caravan travel is still prized by many Gypsies and other travelling people as the only way to live the good life. The allure of the flexibility and freedom of the open road is open to everyone to sample, and what's more, caravan holidays can provide one of the most affordable ways to take a break. Perhaps we'll meet on the road some day…

My thanks for this sponsored post to Park Resorts for Caravan and Camping family holidays in the UK

Photo credits: Romany Caravan by D H Wright, Relaxing on the caravan park by Sue Hasker, Family holidays on the Caravan site by Sue Hasker