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TouringSmarter is about travelling well without carrying half the house with you. We focus on practical information, sensible gear and straightforward explanations that help you make better decisions.
Latest guides
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Campervan electrics explained for normal people
Leisure batteries, electric hook-up, solar panels and inverters can make campervan electrics sound complicated. The basics are easier to understand once you…
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Your first campervan trip: things nobody explains
Your first campervan trip doesn’t need to be an adventure in troubleshooting. A few simple decisions before you leave can make the…
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The campervan gear list: what earns its space
You don’t need to fill your campervan with gadgets to enjoy touring. Here’s what deserves space, what depends on how you travel,…
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Campervan storage: carry less and find everything
Good campervan storage is less about fitting more into the van and more about making the things you actually need easy to…
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Campervan payload explained simply
Payload is one of the least exciting parts of campervan ownership — until it becomes important. Every campervan has a maximum permitted…
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Campervan essentials: what you actually need and what you don’t
Campervans have a habit of filling themselves. Start looking at accessories and it quickly becomes easy to believe you need levelling ramps,…