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PEACE OF MINDWhile vintage VW campervans are oh-so-lovable and iconic, they are on the elderly side so getting the right insurance package is essential. As well as sourcing VW parts and accessories, specialist Just Kampers offers bespoke insurance policies split into five individual categories, covering the main types of V-Dub, from the T2 Split to the T5, which each have their own idiosyncrasies. This summer, the company is also giving away a beautiful, teal-coloured VW T2 Campervan, c1977, complete with full camping interior, worth £20,000. Free entry at winthiscamper.com

COMFORT BLANKETNew from Joules comes this handy ‘Multi Check’ picnic blanket with carrying

strap – ideal for stowing in your touring van in readiness for leaping out for lunch or tea en route, or to take down to the beach for the day. Made of super-soft fabric, the rug measures 155cm x 140cm and costs £34.95 from joules.com.

WINDOW ONTO THE WILD

The Suffolk-made, super-nifty Air Opus camper is a great option if

you’re serious about going on tour whenever the fancy strikes. No

man/woman cave this, the camper unfolds like a piece of giant

origami and is then inflated with air in 90 seconds flat. Revealed are

not only six windows to stare from, but four skylights for stargazing and dawn worship, each with a three-layer, tie-back flap – mesh to let the air in, clear plastic, and a solid cover for extra cosiness.

Prices start at £15,995 for a standard model, up to £17,995 for the Full Monty package that includes an awning. The clever folk at Opus are bringing out an off-road model soon, too,

for rougher pitches. Browse opuscamper.co.uk for

more details and stockists.