Things to know when traveling by caravan.
A vacation spent in a caravan means, in addition to freedom of movement and the responsibility of a safe journey. We all know that in our country, we do not have a road infrastructure very developed for the needs of a caravan trip, a type of tourism that is starting to catch more and more on the Romanian lands. Besides the foreigners who include Romania in their travel route, we meet quite often the inhabitants of the area, who choose the apartment on wheels to the detriment of one on the 3rd floor of a concrete building.
Preparing for such a vacation involves a series of safety measures, which we should ensure before setting off.
Checking the wheels.
After a longer period of parking, tires and caravan brakes may suffer.
You need to check first, if the wheel pressure has remained at the same recommended value.
Depending on the season we choose to travel, we must ensure that we have the proper equipment, otherwise there may be a risk of fines or skidding that may endanger us.
The brakes are also very important, which must be tested as soon as we get in the car, to make sure that we do not have any braked or locked wheel. A little overhaul before the start of the trip can save us a lot of trouble. We recommend that you visit the page of our fleet of caravans and cars and choose the right model.
Checking the gas cylinder and the alarm system.
The kitchen area is a very important area of a caravan. Make sure that the gas cylinders are charged and secured, check the stove and the water heater, and if necessary, replace the batteries from the smoke and carbon monoxide sensors. Also for your safety, check the validity of the fire extinguishers provided.
Checking liquids.
Regardless of the season you travel, the fluids that a caravan traveler must have are very important. In addition to the fuel tank, which must be full at the start of the trip, you must make sure that the other components and consumable liquid tanks are as full. First of all, you should know that antifreeze is not only used for car engines, it can also be useful for bathrooms and kitchens. At high altitudes, during the night but not only, the temperatures can reach well below freezing, so the last thing you want to happen is to give up some pipe during the expeditions.
Travel insured, literally.
Regardless of whether you go in the country or abroad, it is recommended to conclude an insurance policy both for the people participating in the adventure and for the car you choose to leave. CASCO type insurance can give you extra peace of mind regarding possible damages. Because you will travel on wheels, you can also take out travel insurance services for passenger members. The usefulness of such services is proven in case of unwanted events.
Adaptation of luggage to different conditions.
A trip in a caravan means many kilometers, traveled in one day, so we can take into account frequent changes in landscape, climate or relief. From the mountains to the sea, from cool weather to high temperatures, from calm weather to storms or snow. In such situations, you must be prepared with a wardrobe for all seasons and weather conditions. Clothing is very important, so put clothes in the luggage that are resistant to rain, wind or a large temperature difference. They must be thermally resistant to overcome the vagaries of the weather more easily, whether you are in the mountains or at sea. In addition to the right clothes, we also recommend a suite of objects to complete the holiday fun. You can take camping equipment, tents, sleeping bags, bicycles or other leisure items with you.
Before setting off with the caravan, we recommend that you establish a route to cover during the day and camping places overnight. We are waiting for you at Moara de Vant, the camping place of DND Travel.
