Living Simply - How to be a single caravanner

Caravanning tips for single people. If you are on your own and considering a motorhome or a caravan as a way to simplify and live a minimalist life, but are put off from caravans as you think they are only for couples, then watch my top five single people life hacks for caravanners. I talk about accessories such as reversing cameras and motor movers, and also about the Caravan Club and the Camping and Caravanning Club.

[@karenbrooks4189]

Hello, another kiwi here from NZ. I've just found your channel and subscribed, thank you for sharing these wonderful tips! I'm in the process of decluttering my house (life) to sell and have my eye out to buy a UK Bailey caravan this year to live in. I know next to nothing right now : ) so I think I'll be an avid follower!

[@andrewjditton]

Kia Ora Karen! Any idea which Bailey you will go for? I wonder if the ones in NZ are the UK-assembled ones or the Australia-assembled ones? I so hope you make videos about it as I cannot get enough of NZ. I spent two periods of six glorious weeks touring your beautiful country (once in a motorhome, once with a Prestige Caravan) but that was in the years BC. (BC = Before Canine, as opposed to the years AD - After Dougal!) ;)

[@jim-uu2db]

I agree with your attitude about single people should get out there and experience the caravaning experience.

[@andrewjditton]

jim a Absolutely! Cheers Jim.

[@simplelivingtriptishahrana2651]

Wow thriving on your own ! Exactly !!

[@andrewjditton]

Yup, you CAN thrive on your own! Cheers!

[@joseluisgarciaclement5482]

Man I love your pants!

[@arcuda2001]

This was wonderful video!! Thanks for your honesty , too!! I truly appreciate how clear, concise and honest you are as you talk about your experiences in your beautiful caravan ... thanks and enjoy !!! New York, here :-)

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you! Greets to the Big Apple :)

[@tassiedevil6933]

Just me and the dog and going to hit the road in 12 or so months with a small 3 meter caravan in Tasmania, listening and learning to everyone I can tks for the tips

[@poppysaunders9031]

love Hatton locks, went there years ago. so calm and peaceful. one VERY happy Dougal too. Lovely vlog ~ thanks for the laugh (shouldn't but I did).

[@dinogiust8496]

Great nice video with five helpful tips. Thank you

[@tomwebber9377]

Andrew, you're the best. Thanks for this one especially. I'm planning my escape (next spring) and your series is helping me feel more confident with each new release. PS: Love your pup!

[@andrewjditton]

Aw shucks, cheers Tom. Glad you're finding my ramblings and experience useful! Good luck with your planning .

[@tmbrown4746]

Thanks so much fo the hints and encouragement. As a single Canadian looking to do an extended tour of the British Isles and eventually Europe in anAirstream, I so enjoy following your travels.

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks Theresa, good luck in realising your plan!

[@peggy1046]

love these living simply videos

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks for your support Peggy, it's lovely to have you on board! :)

[@davidmbell]

I was lucky enough to to win a motor mover in a competition, now I couldn't be without it! Makes hooking up, levelling and getting the van in just the right spot so easy, especially solo!

[@andrewjditton]

David Bell Lucky you Mr B! Yes, once you've had one you'd never want to be without, despite the expense.

[@krissander1]

Great videos, I have just discovered your channel, really enjoying it.

[@fedaykeen]

i have a guru sat nav bought through caravan and camping club i can put length width etc of vehicle and so far it never did guide me wrong. have a motormover on my caravan and it was a godsend, not just for on site but putting it away on my driveway which was quite tight. I find caravan and camping club quite good and worth the money as you get nice monthly magazine and site discounts. Mr Ditton with my fingers firmly crossed i hope to be picking up our new baby from Glasgow this week.. motorhome fun here we come.. Great informative video well done.

[@andrewjditton]

Very interesting about the SatNav, glad it's not put a foot wrong. The SatNav fitted to my 2 yr old car is from the Dark Ages. Good news about the MoHo - keep us posted!

[@1533ramsay]

Ya, gazillion Xs better and someone I don't want to be with. Where do I sign. I rather be single by myself than being with someone that make me miserable. My life is so filled with stuff I don't want or need and very stressed. My goal.is to sell it all and go Rogue.I am have learned so much watching your videos. Thx again.

[@andrewjditton]

Mark Hoffman Cheers Mark! I find getting rid of stuff and not accumulating stuff in the first place a constant struggle - a struggle which I'll be sharing along the way. All the best.

[@judithjordan3474]

Love, love, love what we call "backup camera"'s here in Canada!

[@eddiehooper1487]

Hi Andrew loving your videos mate Iv just subscribed to your channel and now spend the next couple of days watching all of your videos many thanks Andrew and happy new year 👍

[@andrewjditton]

+Eddie Hooper Welcome aboard Eddie, thanks for your support!

[@dalemews1]

Great tips Andrew. Getting my first motorhome in April and will be heading for the Hebrides shortly there after.....Cant wait!!

[@andrewjditton]

dalemews1 Oh WOW! Fantastic news! No doubt you've seen my Hebrides playlist on here. I've not made any plans for 2017 yet but by the sound of it it sounds like our paths may cross :) Cheers!

[@dalemews1]

Yes, seen all of your Hebrides videos and have been to most of the places including the Cafes! The Hebrides are such a magical place. They steel a little piece of your heart. Would be great for our paths to cross up there some day!

[@dib4152]

Really great advice, thank you

[@ThePANDA1885]

That was a great video and extremely informative. If ever my family life went wrong, I'd definitely consider living on my own, full time in a caravan.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers! But let's hope your family life continues to flourish, eh? :)

[@smithdouglasgmailcom]

Sod family life, go live the dream!

[@ThePANDA1885]

It's always good to have a plan B!

[@expressivepets1]

[e-mail] what does that mean? sod?

[@luvenstefan]

I pray for you that your wife will never ever read this coment !! 😊

[@carableu]

Great vids and an adorable dog! 🐶

[@Adventure.AS.25]

Another great video Andrew. I know from personal experience that you can't always rely on a GPSr (SatNav) system to keep you out of difficult situations when travelling with our Airstream (caravan). I would like to suggest that rather than transcribing the route to the campsite it may be safer (no need to refer to notes while driving) to create electronic waypoints. In the planning stage, refer to your travel guide or Google Earth and note the coordinates for your custom waypoints which can then be used on your SatNav. Most SatNav units allow direct input of custom waypoints, but for myself, I use a a software app that allows creation on my MacBook and a Garmin GPSr that allows the upload of custom waypoints very easy. I then use these waypoints to create a custom route. Let me know if you would like more detail on the apps and methods I use for these digital waypoints.

[@andrewjditton]

Ray Barrick WOW! You sound way ahead of me there, Ray. Would love to hear more about how you do that as it definitely sounds like a great idea...have you thought about making a video about it? The more of us doing this the better!

[@nickob55]

what I like to do is go onto satellite googlemaps and streetview, and navigate the last mile or so in street view, gives a good idea of access and road size........satellite view is also good to look at the layout and immediate surroundings of the site you are heading for or researching.

[@thespeedingturtle9640]

Hi, great video with the tips, very helpful. Being a single RV'er does have it perks and drawbacks too. We, my pets and I, have been fulltime RV living for four years now and no looking back. Yes it has it's challenges and we're just downsizing now into a caravan versus living in a bus conversion and I'm sure that will help simplify things and expenses. Keep up the great work and good luck with everything ! Cheers from Canada ! Janis

[@andrewjditton]

The Speeding Turtle Lovely to hear from you Janis, thanks for your message!

[@Susan-ur2vd]

Enlightening! Thank you!

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Susan!

[@deannab9511]

Loving the content.

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

thank you for the tips in this vid

[@marilynwisbey9446]

Andrew I'm single still can't make up my mind van or trailer caravan , but the more I think of it.. your way looks better..

[@gerripalmer6206]

Great tips thank you

[@maryodonnell5760]

Great tips and thanks for looking after the singles.

[@joanhall3718]

Thank you for the great video. My husband and I RVed, ( caravan) but he passed away very young. I am planning on getting a new Camper van, but I'm nervous about setting out on my own. Even though I am in the US your video was very helpful.

[@andrewjditton]

Joan Hall Thanks for your message Joan. It always breaks my heart when I hear someone gives up RVing after bereavement. I will be making a video over the next few weeks about helping to deal with loneliness. Good luck with your new venture and Happy Travels around that beautiful country of yours! All the best.

[@jacksmith3189]

Good information Thanks

[@Trishpage312]

This is helpful. I would be doing it on my own. I haven’t done it because I’m single. Hitching up is what keeping me from a camper. It just seems like so much work.

[@lorcro2000]

A small motorhome is plenty for one person, though. There are van conversions that are large enough to live in without losing your marbles, with great amenities built in, that you just drive up and park and level and you're home. Caravans have their advantages but for me it's motorhomes, no question.

[@art.by.eddyeule1023]

I found your tipps very helpful! Mostly I travel with my (now 12 year old daughter). Even when my husband joins us, I am driving and setting up the equipment in general. Not because he won't do it but I am more used to it. I upgraded my caravan with camera and mover (like you said 😊: very helpful!!!) and I plan out my tours that I don't need a navigator 🤣 So I can say: you totally nailed it !!!

[@andrewjditton]

Go Heike! So pleased you are rocking the lifestyle :)

[@samanthacroucher2812]

We've just bought our first caravan and just wanted to say about sat navs, you can get ones for hgvs where you in put your length and width. They can be expensive but you can get them for £50 if you spend some time on eBay. (Hubby is a hgv driver so we'll be using his lol)

[@andrewjditton]

I'll look out for that, thanks!

[@mikedriscoll5689]

Hi Andrew, as a single man who spends a considerable amount of time in a trailer (or as you would call caravan) in Ontario, Canada I found your comments on how much more time it takes to set/break camper as a single so very true. I'm new to your series and love watching your videos even though they're not as relevant here in North America. Most of the trailers and motorhomes that you review are not available here (I sure wish they were!).

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Mike!

[@letitiamccann1317]

Hi you cud allwes drive over here by one you love and then drive back home 🏡

[@lindafielding6733]

Some good advice there. As a single campervaner I find the time setting up is not as much of a problem as the time it takes to pack up to leave a site in the morning. Route planning is critical if one is a sole driver. I have thought about buying a caravan and if I did I would definitely need a motor mover but even so the idea of trying to negotiate a caravan into car parks for rest stops on route makes me break out in a cold sweat. I'd love a reversing camera for my campervan but can't afford it.

[@andrewjditton]

Linda Fielding Hi Linda, nice to hear your perspective. If you're touring then a campervan is definitely easier. Both Clubs do run manoeuvring courses if you fancied your chances with a trailer caravan and this will boost your towing confidence. Service Areas can be a nightmare though, and often you end up in with the lorries and reversing into parking bays. Not always, but you need to be prepared just in case!

[@iansmith5601]

Missing your travels- going through your back catalog!

[@lindabrand6167]

very useful info

[@pirellyn]

Hi Andrew. I'm on my first solo trip and it's been a steep learning experience but joined the Caravan and Motorhome Club and have found them to be so helpful. From helping me with electrics to working out how the water system works the staff at both Longleat and Moreton in the Marsh have been wonderful. It all seems so obvious now. I agree with most of your 5 points. Time? Why rush? The only thing you need to do is add time to your estimated travel time to ensure you get to the site before 8pm. Sat NAV - where would we be without it? Probably not down a back street in the centre of Dorchester blocked by roadworks. So I don't think the motor mover is a luxury! I had to unhitch, turn everything around using some convenient private parking slots, hitch up again then off to find a better route! So YES everybody, use your sat NAV up to a point but I for one will be preparing my next route on paper as well! I was fortunate that my used van already has a motor mover and I really think I would have paid the extra £1000 for one if it hadn't. Can I also say, because I know you are friends, that I wouldn't have got this far without the Trudgians! Now that I have found you as well I'm sure I will find the experience much easier to handle. Thanks Andrew for your tips. Now subscribed!

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks for your message Lynne, and glad to hear you've managed your first trip (relatively) unscathed. It'll all be much easier from hereon in!

[@Aramis5]

Thank you

[@davidroffey9639]

I wish I'd seen this before I took my 2.5 metre wide Hobby to Cornwall last year. I followed the GPS route because I couldn't remember all the directions to the campsite apart from remembering that it said the approach was narrow. Unfortunately the GPS route was even narrower and I caught the left hand front corner on a large rock that was hiding in the heavily overgrown banks. Now I have 5000 reasons not to follow the GPS unthinkingly!

[@caravaningincarathevan467]

I am a solo caravaner great tips. X

[@andrewjditton]

Glad it was helpful!

[@elainefleureton5536]

Super!

[@FiestyFoxy1971]

Such a fantastic video Andrew. Very informative. I have been looking at tiny houses and now campervans. Since having cancer a few years ago now, I have been wanting to do some completely out of my comfort zone. As a single woman tho I feel scared to take the plunge. Xx

[@andrewjditton]

Nobody every grew by staying in their comfort zone... ;@)

[@nickthomas181]

Great stuff Im also on the road this year full time as a solo caravaner.Spent last year living a converted Dacia Duster "Caracamper" I built with a friend 12000 miles around the UK working at shows and festivals nation wide now dismantled .I bought a Avondale Orrestes fully refitted with motor mover from a family friend for £450 another £300 making it mechaniclly fit another £500 on everything else.Like the camera just bought one on your say so for £14 from china(were else!) .As I have a full event dairy this year I have decided to save time by ditching the normal aqua roll and waste.I have bought on ebay 3 50l barrels two for fresh and one waste and and a heavy duty sack truck which to fetch and empty the barrels on .The truck will store under the van with a bike lock around(ebay £4.80 for two) it and the leg.It was £12 a barrel (new)and £22 for a new heavy duty sack truck(folding wouldnt carry them I used thew in the warehouse they dont last) so cheaper than the normal ones as long as you know how to source on ebay ( a lot of time).As I work very long and intense hours it saves a lot of hassle.I have also bought a hot dog toaster when on mains for instant hot food .Enjoyed your video cheers

[@andrewjditton]

Wow, sounds like you have a great set-up there Nick! Hopefully our paths will cross in real life some time. All the best.

[@alanrhodes48]

Hi Andrew the tip on how to use the chanel tunnel will be of interest to me and make the trip next year much easier many thanks Alan.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Alan, have a great trip! New Dover Ferry video coming up soon too :)

[@alanrhodes48]

Andrew Ditton we cannot use that my wife Angela gets sea sick.

[@annettefournier9655]

Oh man... A motor mover would be heaven. Wish they would design caravans in the US for them .

[@penfold0078]

Thankyou

[@TheTrudgians]

Afternoon Mr. D - Some great tips here. Thank you for sharing. I will certainly be more mindful when asking you over for a BBQ in future, as i now see you have legitimate reasons for being late ;-) Nice one. Mr. T

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Mr T! And thanks for the inspiration. Now we just need someone on YT to start a more in-depth 'how-to' series for new caravanners... ;@)

[@TheTrudgians]

I'll put you on my "To-Do" list then ;-)

[@annesamuel7096]

Single female caravaner, with dog, living in New Zealand. I was interested in your tips for being off grid - and just kept watching.

[@andrewjditton]

Anne Samuel Thanks for watching, and Welcome! Have toured NZ twice, once in a Motorhome and once in a Prestige Caravan. Such a beautiful country, love it!

[@andrewthomas9435]

Hi Andrew, another Andrew here from Canada. It's great that you don't have any ads on your videos. However personally if I like the content I will allow ads to run just knowing that the creator receives a little bit of income. Just a thought because your videos are very interesting.

[@andrewjditton]

+andrew thomas Hi Andrew, you are not the first person to tell me that ads don't run on my videos in Canada. I have no idea why because they do in the UK and in the US. Maybe you just get lucky or something! Anyway, it matters not, what matters is your support and for that I thank you.

[@theindigotraveller]

I do not have my travel companion now, so I am on site and well, pretty much stuck lol. luckily its free for me, if i do another season. I will get a car that can tow next year. the camera is a great idea. I wondered if you could or have , done a video of wild caravanning for singles. what do you do when you want to go exploring? where do you leave the caravan and car? I felt scared in some places when my friend went away. also, do you find a predujice against caravans? I have come across it this last month, and I found it quite shocking. locals checking me out for example and making comments about gypos. the sites themselves are fine ( if they are open). also have you had any issues with the internet and phone signal? scotland is terrible for both. sorry for bombarding you with all this haha.

[@karenbrooks4189]

Kia Ora Andrew! I have no idea which van I've just heard they're fabulous so any suggestions would be very welcome :) I'll certainly be getting UK assembled. I'm so pleased you had wonderful times here 😊

[@andrewjditton]

The Bailey Unicorn Barcelona seems to be the most popular one here! We have a big caravan show on here in 3 weeks so let me know if you want me to look at any in particular.

[@Cherokyv]

Thanks for te informesion

[@andrewjditton]

You are welcome! Thank you for your continued support!

[@RMENZ]

Nice leathers Andrew.I'm after a new pair and was wondering where you got the ones you wear here.Gran Canaria again Jan 9th,don't suppose you will be there. Paul

[@andrewjditton]

Hi Paul, no, no plans to jet off to foreign shores, and I hate being away from the dog anyway. The posh trews in this vid were from Amsterdam about 10 years ago, and my old biking/chores trews are about 25 yrs old from London. Have a great holiday!

[@Lotuslaful]

Great video. Thanks:) I am just choosing at the moment and wonder which Airstream you chose. I am new to your channel.

[@andrewjditton]

Hi there, I have the International 532 which is sadly no longer offered. You may be able to pick up a used one though. Cheers!

[@ronmargaretten6704]

I discovered this video this morning while having my coffee. I am single with a dog and enjoy camping with my tent during the summer months here in Central Europe. I want to travel more during the off & shoulder seasons and am torn between a caravan and small motor home. Your video has helped to make that decision a bit easier. I like the advantage of unhitching and driving about while camping. Not there yet but getting closer! My biggest concern was parking and setting up but, with the caravan assist option, I think that's one challenge taken care of. As for build quality is there much difference between Swift and Adria?

[@andrewjditton]

With ALL brands there are good and bad - but both Swift and Adria generally have reliable reputations. It is worth also checking out the reputations of your local dealers to see how they put things right if they go wrong. Good luck!

[@ronmargaretten6704]

@@andrewjditton Thanks! When I do this, I will buy from a German dealership and not something in Czechia. I realise that may present a service problem but I am not far from the border. Just saw your "bully" video. Is this common on the continent, too?

[@ap-xv5ib]

Excellent video. Do you have a video on how you winter caravan, I'm particularly interested in how you stop your external water bottles (grey and fresh) from freezing. How do you do it?

[@andrewjditton]

TBH Alan I've never had a problem with it. The only time I had grey freeze was in Switzerland when it got down to -15. If it's going to be well below zero overnight, I bring the Aquaroll inside and use the inboard tank. Some folks lag their Aquarolls with down jackets bought at a charity shop.

[@ap-xv5ib]

cheers, maybe the aquaroll is better insulated than I'd been thinking.

[@robertburnett8009]

HI Andrew, Another great video. Are you back to Scotland next year. Bob Burnett Dunfermline FIfe

[@andrewjditton]

robert burnett Hi Bob, thanks for the support! There is no doubt that Scotland will be a HUGE part of my 2017 but I'm waiting for a bit of news as regards holidays from work and what we're doing for my Mum's 70th in June. But I'll be there!

[@fishmut]

Man I know this video is years old but since the covid and jacked up rent prices here in Australia , I’m seriously thinking of getting out of the rental property and being bullied into paying unrealistic rents so living in my caravan at least I’ll have freedom and I own it , so sick of struggling in the rental market with crap owners and disrespectful realestate management ,totally over it , I’m only to happy to sell everything I own to live in my caravan and have some sanity , to me it’s worth the sacrifice.

[@mmiller9781]

Hi Andrew. Thank you for this video. You talked about having the right vehicle for pulling the caravan/trailer (I am in US). What is the towing capacity/weight of your caravan and did you already have the truck or did you buy it to pull the caravan specifically? I have a Honda Pilot SUV that I own outright and it is a great car with lots of storage space. I would hate to have to sell it and buy something else on top of buying the trailer as well. Also, I am will be a solo traveler too but did not hear any strategy tips in this video. Are they in another one?

[@andrewjditton]

Sorry to say that you cannot get EU Airstreams in the US, and I'm afraid I'm nowhere near as knowledgeable about those on the US market as many US Airstreamers!

[@itowsilver]

Good vid, thanks. Before Airstreaming we toured in a van. Our major reason for switching was with a van you must drive your house to sight-see. You might want to consider a battery-operated drill to operate the stabilizers. Do you belong to WBCCI? We enjoy the local unit comradery.

[@andrewjditton]

I've thought about the drill and I know a lot of folks find them useful, but I try and keep everything as light and minimal as possible, and it's just something else to charge up and carry! We have a WBCCI here in Europe, but it's a wee bit expensive for a set of red numbers. We also have UKAirstreamers which is good fun, great camaraderie, and free! Being a cheapskate, I like 'free'! ;@) Happy travels.

[@willewinky6527]

Perfect video. We have a lot in common Andrew, solo male travellers and railwaymen. You should join the closed Facebook page 'railway friends and family'. Your experiences on railway life and caravans would be welcome. A lot of the guys have caravans for weekends away.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers! Bur recently I've fallen out of love with social media, and I don't do Facebook! Hopefully see you on the road some time :)

[@uk_aldo]

Another great video Andrew. How do you check the caravan lights work ok? If I pick up our van from storage on my own, I end up using the leg winder wedged between the pedal and the brake pedal. I've got a reversing camera on my Kuga, so can now reverse up like a pro!!

[@uk_aldo]

Sorry, that was meant to say drivers seat and brake pedal!!

[@andrewjditton]

D'oh! That's a good tip I forgot to share. I use the tool box on the brake pedal. Don't you just love reversing cameras? So many people think I'm just a pro at judging the distance :)

[@Japhill75]

Solo all the way👍

[@penfold0078]

Reversing camera top idea ( tiny middle aged woman in a van )

[@GOLD-TOOTH-ANGLER]

Hi Andrew love your vids ..... can you please post the link to your fire pit please . Regards ray

[@andrewjditton]

Sadly it's not made any more Ray. I got it in Argos about 10 years ago... and still going strong! It's drawn so many comments, I wish I could find another like it.

[@alanlindsay4847]

Informative & talking sense 😁 thanks, I'm in Scotland & looking to join one of the sites ,can you advise please which has the most certified sites please ? Thanks

[@andrewjditton]

Hi Alan, off the top of my head I believe that the CAMC has the more CL sites.

[@alanlindsay4847]

Andrew Ditton thanks much appreciated 😎

[@expressivepets1]

I love your voice. great vid. informative. I can't find motor mover info...what are they called in America?

[@andrewjditton]

I don't know if you have Motor Movers over in the USA. I think the heavy tongue weights and lack of a jockey wheel prevent their use on the majority of trailers there.

[@expressivepets1]

Andrew Ditton TY for the info.

[@dentistry42]

Andrew, how can I buy an airstream and give up work? I have two properties, one is rented, was thinking I could remortgage the one I live in to buy the airstream then rent that also ( or sell it), I’d receive £800 a month from both once mortgages/fees are deducted so not enough to live on I presume? Any help appreciated

[@ap-xv5ib]

Excellent video. How do you prevent your external water tank from freezing in the winter? Do you have a video on this. I've seen plenty of American videos, but nothing with a UK caravan, with the external water tanks. Thanks

[@andrewjditton]

It never really affects me. I just use the inboard tank when it's going to be freezing cold. One idea is to buy a puffer jacket in a charity shop and use that, which a lot of people do.

[@ap-xv5ib]

That's a good idea, never thought of that. By the way I'm in New Zealand and the winters here can be well below zero Celcius for weeks on end. Thanks

[@kathlynterry8196]

I’m so thrilled. I was ruling out a trailer because I thought it took two people to hitch it up. I was despondent since I really like Airstreams myself. Now the world is my oyster in a kind of caravanny way. Much obliged.

[@orynoldpath572]

Hi andrew and dougal . Giving up a 3 bed flat to live in a static caravan by the river teviot. Yes im doing it alone and so many folks think im mad.any safety tips please ?? Have a good evening xx

[@andrewjditton]

I can't think of anything more than plain old common sense and trusting your instincts - and ensuring you have mobile phone signal and a well-charged battery. Good luck!

[@debraaltizer3869]

I haven't started traveling, haven't got my Airstream yet. I noticed you mentioned having a motor mover. What is that? Would you do a video on that. Thanks. Also, more on the solo traveler, I would be by myself.

[@smithdouglasgmailcom]

What is there to cover on motor movers? Just remember to hold the remote control so the pointy end points towards the front of the caravan otherwise it won`t go where you want it go. PS My motor move is all electric so no need to grovel on the ground to engage the rollers, although holding the buttons down for 30 seconds can hurt my poor thumbs!

[@debraaltizer3869]

Thanks

[@smithdouglasgmailcom]

No, thank you Debra for raising a good point. Come on guys, give us a video on motor movers.

[@morpheuszzz662]

I've never heard of a motor mover before! I recently bought a 16ft Airstream Sport (Bambi) and am still learning how to back up into camping spots. These smaller trailers tend to jackknife easily, which can be frustrating and time consuming. I know it's best to learn how to maneuver it properly myself and be done with it, but it might be nice to have one of these movers installed just to eliminate the fear of getting into a sticky spot that is too difficult to get out of. I wonder if steering the mover would prove to have the same difficulty as using the tow vehicle?

[@andrewjditton]

Hi Dawn, I am not sure about movers for the US Airstreams... ROKA in Germany (aka Airstream Germany) would be your first port of call if you get no luck locally. All the best.

[@morpheuszzz662]

@@andrewjditton Thanks for the info.

[@luvenstefan]

Hi Andrew those a great videos you make ! Do you may know if you can become a member of caravaning club if you not life in the UK ? Best Regards from Norway

[@andrewjditton]

Hi Stefan, I believe that both the Caravan and Motorhome Club and the Camping and Caravanning Club allow members who do not live in the UK. All the information will only be in English though and you might not get the magazine. The CCC offer a 'digital' membership which might work best.

[@luvenstefan]

Thank you very much Andrew. Have a nice weekend.

[@RecMan2010]

Andrew - do you have any tips on how to deal with loneliness, whether travelling alone or living alone?

[@andrewjditton]

RecMan2010 I do and that is a planned video for the next few weeks - not just 'nobody about' loneliness but that feeling where you're the only person doing what you're doing. There will probably end up being more than one as in my mind it is HUGE and mostly unaddressed. Cheers!

[@poppysaunders9031]

RecMan2010 . sad that you use the word loneliness. I love being on my own and am never lonely. I like people for short bursts! and enjoy their company but am happy to be on my own again. guess we are all different eh.

[@bencurry5295]

Poppy Saunders snap 😀,It all adds to the buzz being on your own,just because you are on your own doesn't mean loneliness,enjoy your alone time for you,It wont be long before someone says,God'I wish i was on my own 😀

[@kmac499]

Any thoughts on motorised or hand cranked jockey wheels?

[@andrewjditton]

No, never used one or know anyone who does. I think they only work on firmer surfaces but am not fully sure - sorry!

[@acajudi100]

Just check in daily with someone. Enjoy.

[@CliffDaviszootour]

Does your caravan insurance cover you for full time occupation? 40 minutes set up is quick.

[@andrewjditton]

Cliff Davis I nearly had to give up my dream of an Airstream as nobody would insure me for 'Business' use (as it is a tool for my freelance writing, too). Fortunately at Caravan Guard I could get some sense out of a Human Being and after discussion got the correct policy for how I use my caravan. I believe that the Camping & Caravanning Club is the expert insure for non-business full time touring but I have no first hand experience.

[@smithdouglasgmailcom]

Andrew, when it comes to insurance and all the other bugbears, you must have a postal address? I enquired about a post box but this was not acceptable.

[@petermellor4727]

No, Andrew, a motor mover is NOT a luxury. It is essential particularly as you get older. I couldn't manage without mine. Makes hitching up so much easier and likewise locating the caravan on the pitch next to the peg on club sites. Otherwise I enjoyed this and your other videos.

[@edgarlg345]

Caravanner dating question... do caravanners say "my place or your place?" or do they say "my camper or your camper?"

[@andrewjditton]

The chance to say either would be a fine thing... LOL :)

[@smithdouglasgmailcom]

I would love to go caravanning as a solo but my wife won`t let me.

[@andrewjditton]

Ha ha! Then take her along - simples! :) I'm sure the novelty of solo caravanning would quickly wear off in reality, especially when you've cooked and eaten and got to wash up but the water has just run out...

[@smithdouglasgmailcom]

Done it, seen it, even have the t-shirt. It has been a fantasy of mine to move site every 28 days come rain and snow, sun and drought but as I am about to lose my licence permanently I don`t believe it will become a reality. Just in case you think I am losing my license due to drink driving etc, I am actually going blind and the DVLA think I might be a hazard to other road users.

[@TheZX11]

I thought those trailers used marine grade plywood. Some of those cabinets look to be particle board with plywood edge banding. Normally, cabinet makers try to hide plywood edges with oak or maple glued to the edge, but here Airstream is purposely trying to make it look like plywood. Odd.

[@andrewjditton]

It is indeed banding glued to the edges that is made to look like plywood - how tastes change, I guess! In a caravan the constant dilemma is strength and longevity versus light in weight, and not too expensive.

[@loveu2222]

I have to say, directions in your phone,no need to draw on a paper a full Atlas

[@mysticpluck8]

Love your accent, but is sat-nav the same as gps? Yep, I'm American. LOL

[@andrewjditton]

I guess so - short for Satellite Navigation, so it uses GPS technology anyway!

[@nickob55]

good camper versus caravan pros and cons, I use both with my American motorhome (33 ft) for long stays but have a car as well, no good for touring..............or I have a towing tourer for shorter stays and touring, a much more versatile set up. Another thing I would add if you are planning to liveaboard (or continuous tour) do not buy a 2 berth buy a large caravan.

[@frank1847]

Andrew may I mind your dog?.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Frank, I'll add you to the ever-growing list of kind offers! :)

[@fedaykeen]

MoHo..sounds a bit rude..

[@philonmoove2698]

I'll be back to India around 15 march and for 2 months if you are planing to go to India , be my guest . Find my e mail on my video on you tube . Namaste . Phil

[@andrewjditton]

That's a super kind offer thanks Phil but I have no plans for India just yet...but you know what they say: 'Life is what happens when you've made other plans!' ;)

[@BoshkArt]

Sub from me)) i Just bought my first caravan - for ma and my disabled daughter)) your movies are helpful and cheering)))

[@andrewjditton]

Congratulations! I am sure your caravan will provide many happy memories. And welcome aboard!

[@h34p]

Nice Video.. but that leather-pants just.. no... just don´t ever.. nope.