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Moving a caravan is often associated with great deal of problems, but in fact it is much easier than we realize. If you want to transport a caravan by yourself, don’t forget to check if your driving license enables you to do it.

Kinds of caravans

A Conventional caravan – as can be deduced from the name, this is the most popular kind of caravan. This type has four sturdy walls and a full height rood. It might range in length as well as in the amount of rooms, however in most cases it provides pretty pleasant travelling environment. Conventional caravans may have 1 or two axles.

B Tent trailer – is a type of caravan that is a fine choice if you need to decrease the costs. It may be towed by most of the cars , moreover it usually contains the most basic equipment, such as shower and a fridge. It provide you large living space however offers much less wind resistance than a conventional caravan.

C Pop-top caravans -  this type is similar to conventional caravans with the exception of a expendable roof, which helps to increase the living space. Pop-top caravans, similar to a tent trailer provides very little wind resistance.

D Pop-out caravans – this type of caravan has all the advantages of a pop-top caravan as well as extra pop-out section on the foot and the head of the van, which creates a perfect area to fit additional beds, in case you need them. Pop-out caravans are especially popular among big families.

5) Camper trailers – they offer not as much living space as the types mentioned above, but thanks to having the most needed elementary equipment (shower, hot water and so on) it is a convenient and affordable manner of travelling. 

6) The fifth-wheeler – this is the largest kind of caravan. It offers very big amount of living space, so that whole families can travel in comfort. Due to its considerable size,  the fifth-wheeler must be towed by a larger vehicle instead of a regular car (like a pickup truck).

Sometimes it is impossible to transport a caravan by yourself – such decision depends on whether you have enough time to drive needed route and whether the caravan itself is capable of travelling such distance.

In case you want to hire a transport company to transport your caravan, double-check if you have the specific dimensions of the caravan. Additionally check if its insurance hasn’t expired. In addition, inform the transport provider about condition of the caravan – like whether brakes are fully functional.

When hiring a transport provider to ship your caravan you don’t need to worry about your driving license or crossing the borders  - all the requirements concern the transport provider. Moreover, transport companies frequently have product liability insurance, which will ensure you a compensation, if anything happens with the caravan during shipment.

Price of moving a caravan

Cost of transporting a caravan depends on its dimensions and weight (as it is withmost types of cargo}. Additionally, the price is also affected by the condition of the vehicle – if it is undamaged, you are likely to get cheaper price.