A recent article in the Telegraph sees writer Neil Lyndon take the VW T5 California for a family break in Cornwall — plenty of ups and downs transpire.
Lyndon’s article begins by praising the campervan’s interior, in particular the equipment within the vehicle (fitted by Campervantastic) which includes a flat-screen television and a DVD player for those rainy days, as well as tinted rear windows for privacy.
Of course none of this comes cheaply — the vehicle without any extra mod-cons costs £44k and then you’ll need road tax, petrol and of course campervan insurance. It’s certainly not the cheap holiday that many think it may be. Of course, renting a campervan like this can be more cost efficient.
Whilst the author appeared to enjoy the day time trips in the campervan, him and his family — at total of four — came to the conclusion that the vehicle was not as practical during the evenings. Space was limited (although would most likely be enough for two adults, sans children) and hygiene was difficult. The van understandably has no shower or toilet, meaning that you’re limited to staying near a place with these two conveniences.
Of course, many campervan owners know that space is limited as are most home from home features — the campervan is about a sense of adventure, not a well equipt bathroom!
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