Practical Caravan

FIRST TIME ABROAD

CUT OUT AND KEEP GUIDE!

WHEN WE BOUGHT our Bailey Orion 460-5 in 2013, the first thing I said to my husband was, “Let’s go to Spain!”

When I was growing up, my family spent long, hot summers on the beautiful Costa Brava, lapping up the warmth of the Spanish sun and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.

For some, touring abroad might seem a bit daunting - towing on the right-hand side, tolls, foreign languages, different road regulations and so forth. But don’t let this dampen your wanderlust. Here are some top tips to help you get ready for your big adventure.

Prepare to travel

The main gateways to Europe are via the ferry ports, including Bilbao, Calais, Caen, St Malo and), from Folkestone to Calais.

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