Deciding between a touring and a statica caravan

Purchasing a caravan, regardless of whether it is a static or a touring type, represents a significant investment. Before diving in at the deep end you have to be completely positive that you are choosing the caravan that is right for your needs. When it comes down to it, you have a pair of options. We are here to help you to choose between a static and a touring caravan.

When choosing between a touring and a static caravan, the most important thing to bear in mind is what you intend to use it for. There are advantages and disadvantages to each approach, but one may be better suited to you than the other.

In general, static caravans can boast more in the way of room to move around, making them a fantastic idea for people who are thinking about going on a holiday with friends or with family. However, although they offer extra comfort, with a static caravan you will be tied to one caravan park. This makes choosing your location of paramount importance.

If you do not want to be tied to a specific location, then a touring caravan will be more suitable for your needs. With a touring caravan, you can go to wherever you want.

Tourers give you a lot more flexibility when it comes to where you go on holiday, they can be a lot more effort. For starters, you will need to consider whether your existing car is able to handle the extra tow weight of a caravan, and you will need to buy extra equipment such as a tow bar so that your van can be transported.

If you decide to take the touring van route, then there are essentially two main options. You could go for a van that you have to tow or the other choice is to buy a camper van that is both car and caravan. Motorhomes are a lot more expensive than a towable caravan, but they are easier to manoeuvre.

If you think a static caravan is right for you, then the first thing to do is look at the potential sites nearby.