Why not make Spain your next caravanning destination?

What is the thing that people tend to demand on their holidays, more than anything else? We’re not talking about great bars and restaurants, swimming pools the size of football pitches, stunning museums or even great prices for accommodation… what we’re really referring to is sun, and lots of it. We’re in famously short supply of it here in the UK (occasional heatwaves notwithstanding!), but those buying from the generous selection of used caravans for sale at Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) who take their new purchase to Spain will be delighted to discover that the country offers so much more than sunshine.

This is a country, after all, that features everything from traditional Spanish fiestas and sleepy villages to UNESCO World Heritage Sites and amazing coastlines. There really couldn’t be a much attractive place to make the most of the many practical benefits of used touring caravans, and there’s a little something for everyone. Nor is there a shortage of great Caravan Club caravan sites, from Ribamar in a dramatic location between the Mediterranean hills and the scenic Costa del Azahar, a mere 19 miles from the coastal town of Benicassim, to L’Amfora, which is located in the gorgeous Rosas bay, just over an hour away from the Pyrenean mountains.

Sometimes, people who have bought from our selection of caravans for sale in West Yorkshire are happy to just while the days away on the beach once they arrive in Spain. But for others, it’s the big cities that they just can’t miss. The capital, Madrid, is certainly an obvious place to visit, and you won’t be disappointed by attractions such as the splendid Palacio Real royal palace or one of the world’s most famous art museums, the Museo del Prado – just one part of the famous ‘Golden Triangle of Art’. Or maybe you’d prefer to just sit and watch the world go by in Madrid’s most famous square, the Puerta del Sol?

Other major cities that can’t be missed by those taking their cheap used caravans to Spain include Barcelona, a clear choice if Gaudi architecture – such as the unfinished La Sagrada Familia cathedral – is your thing. Another creation of Gaudi’s, Parc Guell, is replete with crazy designs and jaw-dropping statues. Or why not head to the home of both bullfighting and the flamenco dance, Seville? A visit to both a flamenco show and the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza might therefore be in the offing, as could a visit to Malaga, where the attractions include the 13^th century ruins of Gibralfaro Castle. A little further out, one can find the Caves of Nerja, which are among the most impressive caves on the continent.

Certainly, continental travel is frequently extremely convenient when you buy one of our used caravans in Yorkshire to use on your break. Peruse the Albion Caravans website at http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk now, to see just how impressive a caravan you could afford to bring to this sought-after part of Europe.

Editor’s Note: Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) are represented by the search engine advertising and digital marketing specialists Jumping Spider Media. Email: info@jumpingspidermedia.co.uk or call: +44 (0)20 3070 1959 / +34 952 783 637.

More great summer holiday ideas – what about caravanning in France?

As anyone who has previously made Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) their choice of used caravan dealers will know, caravans allow you to go so much further, for less on your holiday. You don’t have expensive hotel stays or awkward plane journeys to worry about, instead simply hooking your trusty caravan to your car and setting off down the road. That does not mean, however, that some people don’t like to take advantage of this country’s continental travel links such as the Channel Tunnel, with many heading to that most romantic of countries, France.

It’s fair to say that Britons who have bought from our extensive and well-priced range of caravans for sale in Yorkshire will associate France with many things – from acre upon acre of fabulous rolling countryside to the Eiffel Tower and the host of cultural delights that Paris has to offer. What’s more, with many thousands of caravan and camping sites to choose from, British caravan owners are able to enjoy it all, with the utmost convenience. Some of these are relatively isolated farm sites with minimal facilities but stunning views, while others are the last word in luxury, so whatever you want from a France holiday, you can have it.

Sites vary considerably in their facilities and costs, with some being very basic and others boasting top-class restaurants and sports facilities that would put many a prestigious hotel to shame. For some sites, you can expect to be charged an inclusive fee for the pitch, regardless of the number of people staying on it, while others charge for the pitch, car, electricity and each adult and child. Rates for children can also greatly vary. You could find yourself spending a night for less than 10 Euros, or as much as 50 Euros, so plan ahead and choose carefully.

But of course, you’re not in France to budget – you’re there to experience the sights and sounds. Although mountain landscapes like the Pyrenees and Alps, together with scenic river valleys like the Dordogne and Loire will always have appeal, many Britons actually take their used touring caravans somewhere closer to the beach. Whether you opt for the Bay of Biscay, Straits of Dover or even Mediterranean coast, France offers many miles of jaw-dropping coastal scenery, gorgeous sandy beaches and intriguing towns and villages that beg to be explored.

Or, of course, you could head for the obvious big cities. Have you ever fancied taking in the artistic treasures of the Louvre, or sipping exotic coffee outside in keeping with the renowned Parisian café culture? Or why not sample the fabulous food of Lyon, the world’s gastronomic capital? This grand old city also boasts many museums and parks and a famous opera house. We don’t have enough room here to discuss all of the great things about France holidays – but rest assured that our used caravans for sale here at Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) offer you the perfect means of enjoying them.

Editor’s Note: Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) are represented by the search engine advertising and digital marketing specialists Jumping Spider Media. Email: info@jumpingspidermedia.co.uk or call: +44 (0)20 3070 1959 / +34 952 783 637.

Should you rent a caravan or buy one?

As you’d expect given our status as leading used caravan dealers here at Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk), we’re just slightly excited about caravans. We think they’re a fantastic way of avoiding many of the inconveniences that commonly put people off travel, from expensive hotel stays to overcrowded airports. But should you rent a caravan, or buy one? And when is it most appropriate to do one or the other? Allow us to shed some light…

First of all, there’s no doubting the many advantages of renting a caravan to ‘try before you buy’. There are many outlets across the country where you can hire a caravan, and doing so can be a great way of sampling the caravanning lifestyle and getting a sense of whether it really is for you. From the finer details of caravan maintenance, towing and electrical systems to the use of water pumps and awnings and discovering which places you can actually take your caravan, there are so many aspects of caravan ownership that you can learn about first hand by hiring, before you take the plunge on one of our caravans for sale in West Yorkshire.

Don’t be fooled into thinking that renting a caravan frees you of much of the responsibility of ownership, though. Even those merely towing a rental caravan will need to have comprehensive car insurance, with your policy needing to be brought with you when you collect the caravan. You’ll also need to check whether your driving licence needs to cover categories B&E. Younger drivers only need the B+E if the combined gross vehicle and trailer weight exceeds 3.5 tonnes. In most cases this will not apply, but big 4x4 drivers do need to check.

Remember, too that the hiring price can be deceptive. Sometimes, extra is charged for delivery in addition to the hire of non-essential equipment like cooking utensils. Then, of course, you’ll need to consider when it might take more financial sense to buy a caravan outright – which could be very soon, given the prices of our used caravans for sale here at Albion Caravans. Indeed, buying a caravan used brings you so many of the benefits of renting, except that once you’ve purchased it, you’ve purchased it, and can even sell it on later if you wish. It means that you can use your caravan however you like and take it as far as you like, without having to worry about a rental company’s terms.

Anyone who peruses the current Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) selection of used caravans for sale in the UK, which you can do online as well as in the display area at the rear of our building, will appreciate what an extensive range we offer, encompassing so many specifications, ages and prices of caravans from the leading brands. Nearly new caravans, in particular, represent excellent value and can easily prove a better prospect than renting.

Editor’s Note: Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) are represented by the search engine advertising and digital marketing specialists Jumping Spider Media. Email: info@jumpingspidermedia.co.uk or call: +44 (0)20 3070 1959 / +34 952 783 637.

Bailey Caravans

When people look at used caravans for sale they want a trusted supplier that really knows the market and one that has a wide range of caravans to choose from. Did you know that at Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk/) we stock all the major UK caravan brands? We’d like to spend today’s article looking at just one leading manufacturer that we are proud to provide to our customers: Bailey Caravans.

Bailey started producing their iconic vehicles that are hugely popular with buyers of used touring caravans back in 1948. Indeed that makes them the longest running UK manufacturer, and during their sixty years plus of experience they have been at the forefront of innovation and production. Over that time they have put a lot of time and effort into research initiatives including towing stability and conceptualising the caravans of the future, whilst continuing to develop their product’s overall comfort, efficiency and style. It is estimated that one in three new caravans sold in this country are made by Bailey and they are just as popular in the second hand caravans market. In fact they are such an institution that on their sixtieth anniversary Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh received a guided tour of the Company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing head quarters in Bristol.

The first Bailey caravan was built by Martin Bailey in his garage in South Bristol in 1947 and was subsequently sold for the princely sum of £200. A year later F G Bailey Ltd was formed and went into production. Whilst you won’t be able to buy a Bailey caravan for £200 today, we can help our customers find cheap used caravans including all the leading brands. Bailey developed rapidly throughout the 1950’s eventually outgrowing its original site and moving to its present address at South Liberty Lane in 1960. In 1977 the company was purchased by the Howard family.

As pioneers in their field they have been responsible, from amongst other things, the Alu-Tech body shell construction system that many say is the most significant development in the production of leisure vehicle for over thirty years. Alu-Tech’s fully patented design technology is another innovation for the company and enables their coach work to be some of the best anywhere in the world. Buyers of second hand caravans know this means they’re kept safe and comfortable even in the toughest of conditions.

Bailey employs over three hundred people at their fourteen acre site and manufactures over seven thousand leisure vehicles per year, generating a healthy turnover of £90 million per annum.

Bailey caravans are a true market leader and strive for excellence in everything they do. That’s an ethos we share here at Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk/) and one of the reasons we are proud to sell top quality used Bailey caravans.

Editor’s Note: Albion Caravans (http://www.albioncaravans.co.uk) is represented by the search engine advertising and digital marketing specialists Jumping Spider Media. Email: info@jumpingspidermedia.co.uk or call: +44 (0)20 3070 1959 / +34 952 783 637.