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Darren's 2011 Spring and Summer Trip Through Europe

Relaxing on a campsite in France.

This page contains information about the campervan trip I took from February 2011 to June 2011. The trip was in my blue Sprinter campervan, and I travelled to Spain, Portugal and France. Read more »

Spain

Spain is much more than a package holiday destination. With a very diverse range of landscapes, cultures and languages, Spain is defiantly a place to stop and experience what is going on around you. Read more »

Slovakia

Slovakian border crossings

At Kosice vehicles and passports are checked on the Hungarian side, but often nothing is checked inside Slovakia. Read more »

Scotland

Aberdeenshire

Free camping in Aberdeen

You can park on the Aberdeen beach esplanade. The best places are across from the golf course. All the entertainment, cafes, funfair etc. is further along. Read more »

Romania

Romanian border crossings

It takes about 20 minutes to complete a border crossing into Romania. Almost all customs officials speak English. You need to pay the following: Read more »

Portugal

Portugal is the late developer of the western European countries. It is still very traditional, and the cheapest country in western Europe. The Algarve is the warmest place in western Europe during winter, and a great place to visit or stay during that time. The Portuguese are friendly, helpful, happy people, and many speak good English. Read more »

Poland

Polish border crossings

Polish border crossings normally only take a few minutes, with just a passport check. Read more »

Isle of Man

Free camping in Mooragh Park, Ramsey

Motorhomes are positively encouraged to park and enjoy the area, for no cost, but you require a permit. This is free and is available from the town hall in Ramsey. Just bring your insurance details. You may stay for up to 14 nights. Read more »