What do you take on your first trip in a van or motorhome?
With time and experience you will distinguish between those elements that make your life easier and those that only take up space and collect dust. To save you time and give you a hand, we tell you what are our eight essentials for traveling and camperizing your van.
How to camperize successfully: 8 gadgets for campervans
Portable shower: simple, ecological and easy to transport
If you don't have a bathroom inside your camper, there are several alternatives to keep yourself clean. One of the ones we like the most and that is why it has earned a place on this list are portable showers. Most of this type of shower is made up of a resistant plastic bag and a handle that allows it to be hung anywhere. To regulate the flow, they also have a nozzle that facilitates the fall of the water. Furthermore, once empty and folded, they not onlyor take up little space, but their weight is minimal, around 100 to 150 grams.
And if what you need is hot water, you can find portable showers with a built-in solar panel, so that the water heats itself in the most environmentally friendly way. One of the most original camper gadgets on our list.
Small fridge: the great ally of your trips
Among the camper things that, yes or yes, have to be part of your van is the fridge. However, and as you can imagine, you will have to find it of the right size and type. You will be able to choose between 12V trivalent refrigerators, 12V compressor refrigerators, those that are filled with ice and those of 220V with inverter.
Your choice will depend on your travel style and needs. For example, a trivalent is the most appropriate to leave the fridge fixed and the 220V with inverter is the most similar to the traditional fridge and the ice fridge is a good way to start and accompany you on short trips.
Water purifier to always have it at hand
The water tank of your van can get you out of more than one bind. In order to use it, you will need a product that eliminates any type of microorganism that is harmful to your health. Although there are more options, the most balanced and economical alternative is to use chlorine water purification tablets. Not only do they dissolve quickly, but a single tablet disinfects and purifies tanks from 50 to 200 litres. This way you will have fresh and clean water whenever you want to cook or drink.
Stoves: don't stop cooking
Not only can you continue to enjoy your love of cooking during your travels, but also baking. For this, there are portable stoves, the most suitable solution to be able to cook almost any dish in your van or outside if the weather is good.
In addition, if making your own cake or cookies is a detail that you still want to maintain, you are in luck because there are alternatives to traditional ovens, specifically for camperizar.
Kitchenware: complete but light
Among those things for campers that cannot be missing are kitchen utensils. And there is nothing more annoying for the comfort and tranquility of a trip than not having those details that make the difference at hand. In fact, a basic kitchen set is one of those camper must-haves you can't imagine a trip without. To the plates, glasses and cutlery, you have to add bowls, a board, a saucepan, a frying pan and different accessories such as a grater, peeler or strainer. A trick so you don't forget anything? Write down everything you use at home a week before you go on a trip and select what you cannot miss on your trip.
Coffee maker: don't forget
If you can't conceive of life without coffee (or decaf), the coffee maker is one of those essentials for campers that cannot be missing from your arsenal. Italian, capsule, French... Take the one that is most comfortable for you and use it to give yourself the necessary push to start the day.
Electric generator: the great essential for your camper
The electrical installation is one of the great dilemmas when converting a van. Among all the alternatives, there is a camper gadget that will become one of your essentials for camping, and you will also avoid not only having to do the installation, but also the approval of your van. Our power station is a generator that allows you to be 100% autonomous, a power source made up of an integrated battery, ideal for connect the electronic devices you use on a daily basis. In addition, being portable, you can transport it wherever you need it.
Boxes, storage and a lot of order
By now you will know first-hand that your new mini-house has a small space that you can make the most of. For this, storage boxes and folding tuppers are your best allies. Skip the glass and go for a small, space-efficient option. A good organizer can make your adventure a much easier trip, with which you will save wasted time looking for the mobile charger, shampoo or medicines.
These are our 8 essentials for campers that, without a doubt, will make the journey and the experience more comfortable and easier. And the important thing is to enjoy the experience to the fullest and feel at home on wheels.
What add-ons or gadgets would you add to the list?
