Choosing a campsite for your holiday can be a daunting task, especially as there are so many to choose from, all offering differing packages and features which can leave holidaymakers confused and more stressed than they were to begin with! Use our 5 handy tips below to make the process as stress-free as possible.
1. Prioritise
When choosing your campsite, you need to decide what things are the most important for you and your family. It could be an indoor swimming pool, free hot showers, on-site entertainment, fishing lakes, cycle hire, if there is a laundrette onsite, whether pets are allowed, if there is pitch parking, or hairdryers available – all these things need to be considered before you decide on your final priorities. There are hundreds of campsites situated all over the UK & Ireland
2. Set a budget
This is an important step – failing to set a budget can really set you back, meaning you may not be able to afford something essential down the line. If you are camping then costs are generally low, but will rise if you take your car, or want tents that are larger then the amount of people in your party. If you are taking your motorhome or touring caravan, expect costs to rise too.
3. Read Reviews before you Book
There are many well-known and popular holiday review websites out there which carry lots of useful, honest information which will help you be well-informed about your destination beforehand. Use these sites to get an overview of the area as well as the campsite, and make your decision from there. Look for reviews from people in a similar situation to yourself, for example, those taking children or the elderly away on holiday with them, or single-sex groups.
4. Time it Right
Before you arrive at the campsite, find out what time check-out is, this way you can arrive just after and get your pick of the pitches. It is common for most campers to drive round the campsite first before settling on their favourite pitch. Its all part of the holiday!
5. Assess the ground
If pitching on a slope, face the door down the slope to avoid winds and rain water from coming straight in the door. Ensure the ground is free from stones, and you want to be at least 10m from your nearest neighbour. Ideally you’ll want a level site that gets a good mixture of sun and shade, and with some trees, bushes or rocks for privacy. Pitches near the site entrance will normally be the noisiest and those furthest away the quietest.
Follow these tips and your camping holiday should be fuss- and stress-free.
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