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Authorities plan official motorhome zone in Iquique © Vilas Radio
Openings CL Chile Yesterday

Authorities plan official motorhome zone in Iquique

Chile's Maritime Authority has proposed that Iquique municipality establish designated areas for motorhomes by the summer of 2027. The goal is to end unauthorized coastal occupations and regulate the traditional camping practice. The initiative aims to provide safe infrastructure and maintain public beach access for all tourists.

Trailer house hotel with Mount Fuji view opens in Japan © VOIX biz
Openings JP Japan Yesterday

Trailer house hotel with Mount Fuji view opens in Japan

The Solana Smart INN Fuji-Gotemba hotel opened on January 26, 2026. The property consists of 11 travel trailer units, located two minutes from the Gotemba Interchange. Guests have access to a rooftop space with panoramic views of Mount Fuji, offering complimentary snacks and drinks.

Openings IT Italy 3 days ago

Sante Marie secures €200,000 funding for new motorhome area

The municipality of Sante Marie in Italy has secured €200,000 in funding from the Ministry of Tourism to build a modern motorhome parking area. Construction must begin by June 30 and be completed by December 31, 2026. An additional €150,000 was allocated for local road upgrades to improve accessibility.

Construction begins on new motorhome parking area in Piozzo, Italy © unionemonregalese.it
Openings IT Italy Today 6

Construction begins on new motorhome parking area in Piozzo, Italy

The municipality of Piozzo in Italy has started work on a new motorhome parking area in the San Grato district. The project is part of a strategy to develop tourism infrastructure for itinerant travelers. The town administration will provide updates on the construction progress in the coming months.

Pine Ridge Campground opens applications for 2027 seasonal RV sites © openPR.com
Openings US United States Yesterday

Pine Ridge Campground opens applications for 2027 seasonal RV sites

Pine Ridge Campground in Pennsylvania has opened applications for seasonal RV sites for the 2027 season. The family-owned campground offers 141 full-hookup sites at a flat rate starting at $3,500 for the season, with no membership fees. It is situated at 2,050 feet elevation and provides direct access to Michaux State Forest trails.

Andhra Pradesh launches first temple tourism caravan © deccanchronicle.com
Openings IN India 2 days ago

Andhra Pradesh launches first temple tourism caravan

Endowments Minister Anam Ramnarayana Reddy inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Temple Tourism Caravan. The fully equipped travel trailer was launched under the tourism department's aegis. The state government plans to introduce similar caravans across the state through public-private partnerships.

Openings DE Germany Today

New caravan site planned for Usedom island

A new caravan site and leisure area is planned in Neppermin on the island of Usedom. The project for the area near the B 111 highway includes a winter outdoor pool and a coworking space in a former art house. The first design drafts have been revealed.

Openings ES Spain 2 days ago

Alcobendas party proposes free parking for caravans and motorhomes

The Más Madrid party has proposed converting a former truck parking area in Valdelaparra into a regulated, free space for caravans, motorhomes, and special vehicles. The motion aims to address the increase in illegal parking of such vehicles in the urban area. The proposal includes studying the addition of services like a waste water disposal point and a public vehicle wash.

Camping portal reviews glamping park in Heroldsbach © nn.de
Openings DE Germany 2 days ago

Camping portal reviews glamping park in Heroldsbach

The portal Promobil.de has reviewed the new Glampingpark Schloss Thurn in Heroldsbach, which opened in summer 2025. The 16,000 sq m site offers over 150 pitches for motorhomes and caravans, plus luxury safari tents. The portal highlights family-friendly amenities and direct access to the adjacent theme park.

BAKAP caravan and tent campsite in Ankara operates at full capacity © Hibya Haber Ajansı
Openings TR Turkey 5 days ago

BAKAP caravan and tent campsite in Ankara operates at full capacity

The Ankara Metropolitan Municipality continues to operate a caravan and tent camping area within Turkey's largest agricultural campus, ATA Çiftliği (BAKAP). The 3.5 million square meter site features 28 caravan pitches with electricity, water, waste connections, and 24-hour security. Since its opening on August 30, the campsite has been operating at full occupancy on weekends.

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New caravan and camping area opens at Ata Çiftliği in Ankara

Ankara Metropolitan Municipality has launched a caravan and tent camping area at Ata Çiftliği (BAKAP). The site features 28 fully serviced caravan pitches with electricity, water, and 24/7 security. The facility opened on August 30 and operates daily.

Poggibonsi allocates 125,000 euros for camper area renovation © valdelsa.net
Openings IT Italy 6 days ago 6

Poggibonsi allocates 125,000 euros for camper area renovation

The municipality of Poggibonsi in Italy plans to renovate the public motorhome area in Vallone in 2026. The project budget is 125,000 euros, with 35,000 euros coming from state co-financing. The works include redefining parking spaces, updating water and electricity systems, and installing an automatic barrier.

Openings DE Germany 6 days ago

Monastery in Ettal plans new campsite for motorhomes and caravans

The Benedictine Abbey in Ettal (Upper Bavaria) plans to create new tourist infrastructure. On an area of approximately 2.5 hectares, there will be around 40 spots for mobile tiny houses, 20 for caravans, and a tent area. The project, supported by the local council, is scheduled for completion by summer 2028.

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