See the Country in Style and Comfort
March 15, 2010 4:08 am Recreation and SportsA wonderful way to see the country side and travel with extra comfort is with a caravan. Traveling with a pop-top or off-road camper trailer allows for all the amenities of home or a hotel with rugged freedom for camping as well as the mobility to travel further and with more affordability. Caravans bring years of vacation fun to families, couples, single travelers, and retirees, and are commonly bought and sold new or used. Searching for used caravans Perth will result in a range of affordable caravan brands including Jaycos, Windsors and more.Today’s common travel trailer caravan will have an average length of between 11-24 feet and come equipped with gas or electric powered appliances including refrigerators, stoves, and water heaters. Battery hook-ups supply electricity for microwaves, television, and stereos. Daytime seating often converts into beds to save space, and double-decker caravans offer loft-like sleeping areas. Caravans are also often heated, and can be easily parked after unhitching with powered wheel systems. A full list of amenities can be found by searching for used caravans Perth.Different caravans will need specific minimum amounts of horsepower to tow them. Among the more lightweight caravans are pop-tops and off-roads. Prices for pop-top caravans can be very affordable. Used pop-tops found when searching for used caravans Perth can be listed for under $15,000. Advantages to pop-tops include lighter towing, lower center of gravity, and easier storage. However, they can be smaller, take longer to set-up and make quick stops less convenient. For harsh terrain and more mobility, off-road caravans are also popular lighter weight caravans. These durable caravans are built to last in all conditions.Buying used campers does not limit choices to older models. Caravans that are just a couple of years old and in excellent condition are also easy to find. Luxury caravans can also be purchased used from dealers listed under used caravans perth. They can be longer–around 23-28 feet–so proper towing power is essential. With these larger, amenity-rich trailers, privacy is gained with personal showers and toilets, expandable sleeping rooms, stoves and washing machines. However, Australia’s beautiful holiday parks are a great place to commune with like-minded travelers and share stories.