Park4Night – Our little travel compass
On the way to the campsite… 600 km still ahead. The kids are already asking, “When are we stopping?” We know we won’t make it in one go – we need a break somewhere with space for us, where we’re not in the way, and where we can sleep without worrying about getting a ticket. We open Park4Night. In a few seconds – there it is! A parking spot hidden behind an old market, just big enough for the camper. Offline maps work without internet. The feeling when you find a place “just for you” right in the middle of the city? Priceless. We love campsites for the freedom and the kids’ new friends, but sometimes they’re more than 1,000 km away.That’s why we love these breaks – a quick walk through a town, a coffee stop, letting the kids stretch their legs. Last year – Ibiza. There, fines for wild…
From Van to Camper: 5 Mistakes We Made (So You Don’t Have To)
Turning a regular vehicle into a camper can be exciting and rewarding – but not without its challenges. Here’s what we learned from our mistakes! Fiat Ducato: The camper certification problem One of the biggest mistakes we made was buying a Fiat Ducato 2.8 diesel, model year 2004. Our first major obstacle was getting the camper conversion certified – Fiat simply wasn’t willing to issue the confirmation required to legally change the vehicle's registration from a cargo van to a camper. Every time we register the vehicle, we have to remove the interior fittings in order to register it as a regular cargo van. If you’re buying a vehicle, check whether the brand supports camper certification. We now know that all other brands in Serbia except Fiat offer the option to convert a vehicle legally. Tow hook issues: What to do if your vehicle doesn’t come with one Our Fiat…