Caravans, Motorhomes, RVs, & Camper Vans.
They're just as diverse as the people who choose to buy them.
Whether it's a weekend getaway, the commitment of living the van life, or anything in between,
there's no shortage of choices on the market these days.
I'm Reacher and like most of you who are traveling on this long, strange trip, I like to keep
my options open.
Having that in mind, here are 15 of our top picks for those open road moments.
Number 15
German company Weinsberg took a different approach to their toy hauler integrating a
sealed-off garage instead of the standard open floor design.
The Carabus & Caratour 630 MEG Outlaw are identical in functionality and layout being
built on a Fiat Ducato chassis measuring 21 feet long.
Directly across from the entrance is a small dinette with an extendable table that also
functions as the lounge area using the rotating captain's chairs.
Behind this is a wet bath, having a sink, toilet, and shower.
Opposite this is a small kitchenette with a dual-burner cooktop, sink, and a 95-liter
mini-fridge down below.
A ladder provides access to the rear loft bed, which sits above the previously mentioned
garage.
Getting into the garage can be done from inside the van using the door below the bed or by
using the rear doors.
Using the various tie-downs and load ramps, the 160 cubic foot space can easily handle
multiple bikes or even a full-size quad.
Number14
No list of campers would be complete without at least one from Australia.
The Forbes 12+ is the newest from the MDC off-road caravan line-up.
Increasing the usable space is vital here as the length is only 12 feet.
But that's where the pop-up roof comes into play, offering plenty of extra headspace as
well as benefiting a few other features.
Upon entering, there's a spacious wet bath directly across from the entrance.
Next to this is a small bench seat with a detachable table that serves as the dinette.
The back end of the trailer has fold-out panels that form a space for the queen mattress.
Extra sleeping accommodations can be had using the fold-down, wall mounted bed located above
the dinette.
The kitchen is external on this one and comes fully-equipped with a large stainless-steel
sink, a four-burner cooker, storage racks, and a slide-out for a chest refrigerator.
Number 13
If you're a fan of teardrop style campers but want something bigger, then this one from
Ohio's Xtreme Outdoors might be to your liking.
The Camp-Rover is a just-released model measuring 21 feet long and 7 feet wide with an internal
height just over 6 1/2 feet.
The front has a small dinette spanning the width of the trailer.
It can modify to a single bed while the storage cabinets above can convert to another bed,
creating that magical element known as bunk beds.
Next to this is a wet bath with a full-length mirror and a rotating cassette toilet.
A centrally located split style kitchenette has an under-mount sink, a dual-burner cooker,
microwave, and a refrigerator.
Rounding out the mix is a queen bed at the back.
Number 12
The new Winnebago Brave is a nod to the original with its retro paint scheme, bold Flying W,
and the iconic eyebrow above the windshield.
This 33-footer has two slide-outs with one of those being the whole of the driver's side.
The front lounge benefits from the extra space having a large sofa across from the dinette.
Utilizing the rotating captain's chairs allows for 6-7 people to sit comfortably.
Moving back finds a spacious kitchen with a three-burner range, a microwave, and a double-basin
sink with a full-size refrigerator mounted opposite.
The rear half of the RV has a split-style bathroom having a vanity and toilet across
from the enclosed shower.
The bedroom offers a walkaround queen bed with extra sleeping accommodations provided
by converting both the dinette and the couch into twin-size sleepers.
Number 11
Luxury caravan manufacturer Tabbert has released the 2020 version of their flagship model,
the Cellini.
It's offered in a choice of two layouts, with the larger 750 HTD also having a slide-out.
It measures 33 1/2 feet long with 24 1/2 feet of that being dedicated to the interior.
The U-shaped front dinette, which also serves as the lounge seating, can accommodate up
to six people and has added table space in the back of the seat.
The kitchen is housed in the slide-out, providing a spacious countertop work surface while still
incorporating a double basin sink, a three-burner cooktop, and a 177-liter refrigerator sitting
opposite.
Moving back finds the bedroom having an east to west facing queen bed, which also utilizes
the slide-out space.
The bathroom spans the width of the trailer, having a ceramic cassette toilet, a stainless-steel
sink, and an enclosed corner shower.
Number 10
Hailing from way down under, as in New Zealand, is Bivouac Campers.
Their flagship model, the Kakapo, is a forward fold-out trailer, that can be set-up quickly
and easily by just one person.
Sitting on a galvanized steel chassis with a baked enamel exterior, it consists of three
main areas.
The slide-out kitchen is the only external portion having a sink, a triple-burner cooker,
and a 50-liter chest refrigerator.
Inside is the lounge/dining area, which has U-shaped bench seating for up to six people.
The sleeping area has a full-size queen mattress, with extra sleeping accommodations available
by converting the dining area to another queen-size bed.
A heavy duty canvas covers the trailer with an annex that provides another 108 square
feet to the living space.
Number 9
Every list should have that at least one camper with an awesome name.
And I'm pretty sure the Wraith Super C Diesel from Indiana based NeXus RV fits the bill.
Inside the spacious layout of the 33W model is a lounge area having a driver's side sofa
sitting opposite of a mid-size dinette that can handle four people.
Moving back brings you to a centrally located, split-style kitchenette having a three-burner
range, an overhead microwave, a basin sink in the corner, and a 212-liter refrigerator.
The back area, which can be closed off for privacy if needed, houses the bathroom with
a toilet and vanity on one side and a radius shower on the other.
The bedroom has a walk-around queen bed facing a wardrobe and a TV on the opposite wall.
A cab-over bed provides additional sleeping accommodations if needed.
Number 8
South Dakota's Trailmanor manufactures what has to be the most innovative design on a
trailer since the boom of the '50s & '60s.
The largest of these is the 3124 series.
In transit, it has a length of 24 feet, which expands to 31 feet when opened, allowing it
to be towed with the ease of a camper trailer while still providing all the comfort and
features of a full-size trailer.
Housed in the rear is a sleeping area containing a king-size bed.
Next to this is the bathroom having a tub with a shower, a recirculating toilet, and
a sink.
Moving forward finds a split-style kitchenette which has a basin sink, an 85-liter refrigerator,
and a three-burner cooktop sitting opposite.
Depending on which of the three layouts are chosen, the front can have either a dinette
which doubles as an extra double bed, a dinette and an extra queen bed, or a couch spanning
the width of the camper.
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Number 7
Oregon's Northwood Manufacturing is welcoming in the new year early with the 2020 model
of their Fox Mountain 255RKS Fifth Wheel.
The 29-foot long trailer starts off the fun with an L-shaped rear kitchen spanning side
to side.
Next to this is the slide-out, which houses a dinette able to seat four people while opposite
is the lounge area having two swivel recliners and a wall-mounted TV.
Carpeted steps lead up to a small hallway on a raised floor.
A door on the left opens to the bathroom, which has a glass-enclosed corner shower and
a porcelain toilet.
Another door leads out of this into the bedroom, which can also be accessed from the hallway.
Number 6
French company Chausson is touting its Titanium 720 as a low profile motorhome.
Still, the interior height is just shy of 7 feet.
So there's that.
The front of the van has a lounge area with a multidirectional swivel table and bench
seating that can be modified into individual seats when traveling.
Next to this is a centrally located, split-style kitchenette.
The back of the van houses a double-door shower area located opposite of the bathroom.
Moving back finds a set of bunk beds spanning the width of the trailer.
These are fully adjustable, allowing for extra storage underneath if needed.
Number 5
The Forza 34T AE is one of three accessibility enhanced motorhomes currently offered by Winnebago.
It has a length of 31 feet, making it a bit shorter than most comparable motorhomes, but
the double slide-out design makes up for it with the increased floor space.
The wheelchair lift, as well as the side door, are located directly behind the cab area.
The lift itself is compact enough that it's indistinguishable from the outside and takes
up no extra space inside.
A small L-shaped kitchenette sits directly opposite the door having a three-burner range,
a microwave, a double-basin sink, and a refrigerator.
Next to this is the dining area which has an extendable table that comes out of the
countertop.
Moving back finds a split-style bathroom which contains a sizeable roll-in shower flush w/
the existing floor.
Finishing out the living area is a rear bedroom with a walk-around queen bed and a vanity
area with a wall-mounted TV above.
Once again, we would like to acknowledge Winnebago for going above and beyond by making products
of this nature.
It's something the industry, and many others, should take heed of.
Number 4
Although it's not a camper per se, this one has some serious potential.
The Rolling Unit by Maru is an expandable structure that can increase its usable space
up to 270 square feet with a set-up time around five minutes.
It does so by utilizing a series of panels that raise & fold out to form extra rooms
beyond the structure's original footprint.
The layout is exceptionally customizable, having folding furniture that attaches to
the supports, along with removable walls, and it can even be used when it's not expanded.
It can be used as a tow behind, stand-alone trailer or it can be mounted on the back of
a truck and used as a mobile unit.
Number 3
Part of Adria's new luxury line, the Astella offers a choice of three layouts, starting
at 25 feet in length with the largest coming in at just over 31 feet.
The exterior has a smooth, clean design coupled with large windows and panoramic doors that
allow the interior a more substantial connection with nature when open.
Inside is a living area based around flowing, well-organized spaces.
The kitchen has plenty of room to maneuver, while still having all the amenities, including
a stainless-steel sink, three-burner cooktop, oven, and refrigerator.
The bathroom comes in either a split style with the toilet and vanity on one side and
the shower on the other or as one self-contained area.
The private bedroom has a double bed with extra sleeping accommodations available by
converting the sofas.
And yes, there's even a bunk bed option, so you know which one is my favorite.
The icing on the cake with this one is its ability to be towed like a caravan or set
up like a mobile home.
That's a nice bit of diversity you don't see too often.
Number 2
Indiana based ATC has released the 2020 model of their 29-foot toy hauler, and it boasts
the largest garage area of all of their bumper pull trailers.
And that is extremely important because...it's a toy hauler.
The first thing is the inclusion of a fully private bedroom at the front of the trailer.
Next to this is a 25 square-foot bathroom with an enclosed shower.
Moving back finds the kitchen, which has a stainless-steel microwave, an under-mount
sink, a dual-burner cooker, and a refrigerator.
Furniture folds up along the walls during transportation, attaching via a track system
that allows for full customization.
The previously mentioned garage area provides roughly 15 feet of depth for any vehicles,
with around 7-8 feet of width.
Number 1
The Cliff 4x4 Adventure Van is a non-production vehicle custom-designed as a multi-sport camper.
Built on a Fiat Ducato chassis, the surprisingly spacious van has most amenities of traditional
camper vans and room to stow away all the sporting gear.
Dual side doors are the first thing worth mentioning as they make getting in and out
a lot easier.
The kitchen is along the passenger-side wall having a dual-burner cooker and sink as well
as two slide-out fridge/freezers.
The bathroom comes in the form of an incinerating toilet housed in a built-in compartment while
a separate shower tent utilizes a space integrated into the van floor.
Sleeping accommodations are at the front and back, with the lounge sofa converting into
a full-size bed and inflatable paddleboards doubling as air mattresses.
Stowing away, all the different gear is made easier due to the lack of common storage spaces.
Instead, it employs things like bungee cords, gear nets, and telescoping poles that double
as shelves.
Floor space is part of this having an open center aisle for bicycles.
Roof access is made unique as it foregoes the conventional ladder, instead having a
series of handholds generally found on a rock climbing wall.
Two of the most excellent features that will probably never make it to a production vehicle
are the rooftop hammock, composed of two poles that mount to the roof and a winch with a
1,640-foot cable specifically included for water skiing and wakeboarding while being
towed by the van.
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