There are many young couples or families who will enter the world of camping this summer, taking advantage of the good weather and the wide variety of companies that rent this type of vehicle. Platforms like Roadsurfer offer kitchen kits or sheets, but many others require you to be more foresight with the suitcase and accessories necessary for the trip.
Packing a suitcase for a getaway in a camper or motorhome is hardly different from a week in a hotel, beyond trying to adjust the space and reduce the “just in case” as much as possible. The key, in that case, is to opt for the most versatile clothes and accessories in your closet. Furthermore, leaving the sophisticated outfits for your return home will help you feel the authentic nomadic life of those who started the hippie life in a camper.
The temperature and climate will determine the volume of that clothing, but also the choice of many other elements that we cannot ignore on our getaway. For example, mosquito spray is not necessary in the middle of winter, but then you should not leave a snow shovel and a good duvet at home. As temperatures begin to rise, and summer is just around the corner, we will focus on the list of accessories that you cannot forget for summer camping.
As noted at the beginning of the article, some camper and motorhome rental platforms offer the service of kitchenware or bedding. If not, there are specific kits with lunch boxes like the one from Decathlon, available for couples or families and with a very compact size.
In them you will find a stainless steel casserole with a non-stick coating that hides two plates, two glasses and two sets of spoon/fork/knife. The latter are just and necessary to get by, so it is advisable to add some household knives that cut well.
Whether the camper is compact or if we are looking at a large-volume camper with a bathroom or a motorhome, the kitchen cannot be missing either:
Depending on the model chosen, we will have a bathroom and shower. This segment is booming lately, due to its comfort, versatility and independence. Filling the water tanks, which are usually around 100 liters, offers us the possibility of washing ourselves and washing the utensils used for cooking for 3 days. In that case, we cannot forget:
Even with countless trips in a camper or motorhome behind us, we can forget essential things. Furthermore, with the arrival of heat, two of the most hated events among outdoor enthusiasts begin: mosquitoes and allergies. For this reason, it is vitally important not to leave mosquito spray for all skin types, citronella candles, and antihistamines at home. The odd pill against dizziness doesn’t hurt either.
Last but not least, the basic tools to solve any type of incident with the vehicle or furniture. A small kit with zip ties, screwdriver, Allen keys, tape, a flashlight and batteries will save you from more than one trouble. You can also read this article about the most useful accessories in summer, among which we find a small fan, umbrellas, outdoor towels and portable refrigerators. Ah! And you should never leave the increases.
