Travel Guides and Inspiration

By Martin Dorey, writer, surfer, serial campervan owner and environmentalist

Taking a campervan to Europe is one of those holidays that feels like a proper adventure before you’ve even left the driveway. Roll off

France doesn’t do boring road trips. One minute you’re winding between Loire Valley châteaux; the next, you’re buying peaches at a Provençal market or

Big views shouldn’t always require stile-scrambling, step-climbing or the balance of a particularly determined mountain goat. Across the UK, there are peaceful lakes, dramatic

Planning a family road trip with kids can feel a bit like packing for a moon landing. Snacks? Essential. Spare socks? Absolutely. Emergency colouring

Summer has a sneaky habit of arriving before anyone feels ready but sometimes last-minute summer campervan hire is the way to go. One minute

Hiring a campervan with Quirky Campers is as easy as choosing your dream van, picking your dates and getting ready for the open road.

Quirky Camper’s Beginners Guide to Wild Swimming and the Best Wild Swimming Spots in the UK  There’s something deliciously simple about wild swimming. No

Top tips for cutting out technology whilst on the road It feels slightly ridiculous to write about digital detoxing while sitting at a laptop,

Are you dreaming of a tropical island getaway? The truth is, you don’t need to leave the UK to find it. While white sands,

For many campervan travellers, wild camping is the ultimate way to escape busy campsites and experience the outdoors on your own terms. Whether you’re

Reclaim Valentine’s Day as a celebration of love in all its forms – whether that is the love you share with family, friends, your

Discover the ultimate Northern England Christmas roadtrip this holiday season, designed for campervan travellers seeking festive magic. This route guides you through the best

Discover the ultimate Southern England Christmas roadtrip this holiday season! From twinkling festive markets to charming winter villages, this holiday roadtrip in the South

The freedom of the open road, waking up to new views each morning, and the ability to travel on your own schedule are just

Living in a campervan means mastering the art of space optimisation. With limited square footage at hand, clever storage solutions become not merely helpful

Here at Quirky Campers, we’re big believers in spontaneity. Our team is made up of curious explorers, weekend wanderers, and people who’d rather take

We booked a campervan. We booked a ferry. That was it. No itinerary, no reservations, no spreadsheet (for once). Just a week, a van,

Here at Quirky we know it can be tricky to find enough things to do to keep the young ones entertained for a whole

Kent really has something for everyone. Think towering white cliffs, windswept beaches, rolling green hills, quaint historic towns, and gardens that feel straight out

Revealed to be the second most haunted country in the world back in 2018, it’s no surprise that Britain is home to countless horror

Autumn is one of the best times of year to hit the road in a campervan. The crowds have thinned, the scenery transforms into

If you’re planning an adventure for family travel in the UK, nothing beats lacing up your boots and heading out on a hike. The

Calling all witches, wizards, and Muggles! If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into the world of Harry Potter, the UK is brimming with magical