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How to choose your PERFECT CARAVAN

You've decided to buy a caravan, but how do you pick one that's just right for you? And how do you avoid the common pitfalls? We take a look at what you need to know

BAILEY REVEALS NEW PHOENIX GT75 RANGE

The Bristol manufacturer has revamped a best-seller to mark its anniversary

COACHMAN LASER XTRA 665

The revamped 665 offers 'home-from-home' levels of comfort and luxury, ideal for couples on tour

SWIFT ELEGANCE GRANDE 845

This luxurious twin-axle provides plenty of payload, but you will need a substantial vehicle to tow it

Get to know...induction hobs

Trying to minimise the cost of cooking in your van? Time to take a look at an induction hob, says Sam Coles

Our adventure in budget touring

In the first part of our new series, former PC editor Nigel Donnelly joins the hordes hunting for cheap caravans, and Bailey from the classified ads

BUYING A GREAT PRE-OWNED TOW CAR

John Sootheran has driven almost 200 tow car/caravan combinations over the years. Here, he shares his tips for bagging a bargain, and recommends a few of our favourite vehicles

VAGABOND ROGUE

This rugged little teardrop, an import from South Africa, offers innovative design and a range of colourways

BAILEY PHOENIX GT75 762

A celebration revamp for the range sees the addition of this adaptable and comfortable family-friendly layout

Heading west to Wales

Glorious coastline and a historic cathedral city are just part of the attraction for Sue Greenwood on a brief tour of peaceful Pembrokeshire

A stroll around Stratford

For Susan and Ro Taylor, Stratford-upon-Avon proved the perfect place to wind down and soak up the atmosphere

Touring with children

Keep the kids happy and the whole family will enjoy a brilliant break, says David Motton

Brecon beckons

Charming villages and glorious countryside await Andria Massey on a visit to Brecon, in Wales

LANCASHIRE HOTPOT

Nigel and Kay Hutson discover a bubbling cauldron of history and witchcraft in the Forest of Bowland

GET A MOVER ON

Grappling your caravan into that perfect pitch or storage position can feel rather like you're going head-to-head with a Sumo wrestler. John Sootheran reveals the best option to take the 'push and shove' out of touring

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 4 (2010-16)

The Discovery is completely unfazed by towing, but it is a rather thirsty car

AUDI A6 AVANT

The current generation of Audi A6 has been around for some years now, but the plug-in hybrid model is more recent. This is our first opportunity to tow with one.

TAKE A TOUR BACK IN TIME

Veteran caravanner Andrew Jenkinson is a keen historian of the world of touring. and here, we feature excerpts from his latest book, Caravanning in the 1970s

ELDDIS AVANTÉ 576 (2015)

This single-axle six-berth is ideal for touring with a growing family

SWIFT BESSACARR 845

This elegant, highly specified four-berth has plenty to offer caravanners who are seeking comfort and style

ADRIA ALTEA 622DK AVON

Thoughtful upgrades to this entry-level family tourer give it a distinctly upmarket look, both inside and out

Discovering stunning Suffolk

The county's peaceful coast and countryside is the ideal destination for explorers

dreamy Dorset

Susan Taylor enjoys welcoming hostelries and world-class scenery on a brief tour of the south coast

capturing our wonderful birds on camera

Keen to snap a brilliant bird? Matthew Stadlen has practical tips and destination advice for your next tour

SAHARA CHALLENGE Take 2

After a three-year pause, Bailey's Sahara Challenge returned! Nigel Hutson joined the caravan...

Starry starry NIGHT

Amateur astronomer Stuart Atkinson shares his love of the night skies on á Star Camp in Kielder Forest

A history lesson in Worcestershire

Stourport, on the Severn Way, provides the perfect early-spring educational escape for Sue Greenwood

The cream of Cornwall

On a spring visit, Elaine and Joe Ormerod take in some of the South-West's most popular tourist spots

27 WAYS TO BE A BETTER CARAVANNER

Whether you're an old-hand at caravanning or are new to our fantastic pastime, there's no denying that there's a lot to learn. From campsite etiquette to getting a good deal on your van, there's always something new to experience and learn from. It was with that in mind that we've compiled a special section this issue – over the next 10 pages we've brought together 27 ways to improve your touring lifestyle. With our help, you can become an even better caravanner than before - and who wouldn't want that? So turn the page and get ready to be enlightened - and enjoy the journey along the way!

Taking charge of electrics

Nigel Hutson goes behind the scenes at leisure vehicle specialist BCA Group