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Practical Motorhome Magazine
....and it is those distractions which make this book such a
wonderful read.
wonderful read.
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Escape the rat race and take a year travelling Europe in a motorhome with the Jacksons and their thirteen-year-old son. Funny and informative - a real, life-on-the-road adventure.
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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The snippets of time between hectic work this week i.e. breakfast, bed-time allowed me to tour the usual suspects - France, Spain, mainland Italy - as well as less obvious Portugal, Sicily, Slovenia and especially Croatia with Hazel, Simon and teenage son Jack in their oversized US motorhome. The "can't put down" effect may have been due to my desire to take a similar, relaxed gap year all over Europe, but I feel it was mainly a credit to the personal, open and warm style in which Hazel wrote about her special year with her family in the "Beast". Basically we have a nice bunch of people who take interest in the natural and historical delights of different countries, enjoy being off the beaten track and who find it very easy to meet with like-minded travellers usually over a glass or two (and often more...) of local wine. Hazel's honesty avoids this being a travelogue of the cultural "must-sees" of Europe. Her descriptions of the major architectural stunners exude excitement and enthusiasm; on the next page she may be describing a rest day watching a DVD in the motorhome, or a walk on a beach - or a serious problem. As a result the book draws the reader into a world that one often daydreams about on those wet, winter mornings on the way to work. Those who have travelled and camped abroad in tents, caravans, motorhomes etc are likely to have been bitten by the "big European trip" bug and will find this essential reading. Non-campers may be fascinated how and why a family of three live in a small (well, smallish) space for such an extended period. Those who love to travel will certainly benefit from the travel tips about some stunning, lesser known places to visit - especially in Croatia. With its list of recommended places to camp, I'm sure this will be an essential item for the dashboard of motorhomes all over Europe. By the end of the book you feel you have really got to know this family and are willing them to turn south as they approach the ferry port for the inevitable return home.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this book to read whilst I planned and prepared for my own extended travels around Europe in a motorhome. It is a great read, fabulously descriptive without being overbearing. It has been very helpful in my plans and I would recommend it to anyone who loves travel and the experiences it brings, whether you are planning a trip like this yourselves or just fantasising about one.
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you travel in Europe for hoildays or if you fancy something more this book is just for you it is full of tips while visiting various countries of how to skip queues and how to be prepared for all aspects of travelling.
It is written with a sometimes hilarious sence of humour which will get you laughing out loud not only is it packed with a wealth of information it is also a lovely read which will keep you engrossed into the next adventure.
This is amust read for anyone who is thinking of(which if we were all totally honest we all would) taking a year out and going for it, snow for christmas and lovely sun filled days.
It is written with a sometimes hilarious sence of humour which will get you laughing out loud not only is it packed with a wealth of information it is also a lovely read which will keep you engrossed into the next adventure.
This is amust read for anyone who is thinking of(which if we were all totally honest we all would) taking a year out and going for it, snow for christmas and lovely sun filled days.
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Europe in a motor home
Brilliant informative and easy read. The book itself was pristine and totally unmarked. Would recommend book to any would be european explorer and seller for prompt delivery of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cleewolf
Brilliant travel book
We bought a Motorhome in 2007, it is a great way to visit family and friends in France. After buying this book we became more adventurous and went to Croatia. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Suzanne
europe in a motorhome; a mid-life gap year around southern europe
excellant book, a bit hard to get into at first, but then hard to put down, loads of information, both within the story and in the appendix for anyone contemplating a similar trip.
Published 13 months ago by diesel dave
It Could Have Been So Much Better!
This is the sort of book that is likely to appeal to anyone contemplating a jaunt round Europe in a Motorhome or Campervan. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Halcyon
Great for attempting a Euro venture for the my first time
Having just decided to buy a motorhome and explore Europe in the new year,I found the style of writing lively and warm and some useful starting points for places to visit. Read more
Published 21 months ago by moira
disappointed
Not as good as I expected after reading reviews, not very informative no address's of camp sites or prices, maps, pictures illustrations I personally found it a very boring read... Read more
Published 22 months ago by witzend
Disappointment - poor value for money
I am completely disappointed. I wish I had paid more attention to some of the slightly more negative reviews, before I bought this with a great sense of anticipation - having... Read more
Published 22 months ago by brensan100
I'm gonna do this
Excellent read, although I'm only up to chapter 4. I have already decided that when I get my motorhome for my European trip, I will be following the same route as this book,... Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2010 by D. B. Roberts
europe in a motorhome
not a bad read but became a little repetative visiting similar things at
every new location.
every new location.
Published on 12 Feb 2009 by Paul Rixon
Helping to convince us we're not mad
As we read this book when we'd already committed to the purchase of a motor home for full time travelling, it was kind of important that it didn't put us off! Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2009 by P. M. Timmins
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