Glamping Brochure 2022

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3 WHAT I love discovering small villages, back roads and deserted stretches of beach. Whether it's eating fresh mussels on the Normandy coast or a simple pasta in an out-of-the- way hilltop village in Italy, the thrill of being immersed in the local culture never fades. In 2022, I'm embarking on a unique annual adventure: travelling to those small gems in my own campervan for five months of the year. The idea of being completely independent and free appeals to me. Always having a place to sleep, cook my own food and taking a nap whenever I feel like it is as liberating as the open road. So that's the plan. And you're invited to come share those experiences with me.

4 HI, I'M ALLAN BARNARD OHW I have been planning and putting When I sold my business in the together holidays for me and my friends for as long as I can second year of the pandemic, the remember. It is something I am passionate about because I see it opportunity to live in year-round as part of the adventure. And no, I'm not a travel agent. summer finally presented itself. Although I have travelled to most However, investing in property in of Western Europe over the years, I have a soft spot for the Europe is prohibitively expensive countries around the Med. The Greek islands have been my for South Africans. The next best favourite annual destination for more than 20 years. I fell head thing was to buy a home on over heels with Italy many moons ago, but more recently had the wheels so that it goes where I go. opportunity to explore less touristy parts of the country and I love travelling with friends, but the love affair just intensified. France will always have a special since friends' schedules don't place in my heart and Spain holds many fond memories. Throw in always sync, it made sense to the pretty villages of Germany and you've got a clean canvas for invite other like-minded a fantastic road adventure. travellers along to share the adventure, for company and to share costs. And so the idea of shared camping trips was born. I'm not at all a seasoned camper, but I figured if everyone has their own space, most importantly a private bathroom, and are able to do as they please, it could work. And as long as you're surrounded by such beauty, history and raw charm, what more could you ask for?

5 WHERE Pick-up is from any major airport in France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Spain or the Benelux countries. This is especially convenient because you'll be settling into your new home from the get-go. Whichever route you want to take has to start in the country that you fly to. This is to eliminate long driving times. There's no point in flying to Athens when you actually want to explore the south of Spain! Drop-off is at the same airport. While I'm driving the camper between rest stops, you can simply relax in the comfortable seating area, help yourself to refreshments, or use the wi-fi and your phone to explore the attractions of the next village. If something looks interesting along our way, we stop. On arrival, I set up camp and then your time and privacy is yours, although we might well decide to cook a meal or have a glass of wine together! Explore the area, get stocked up with food at a village market, go wine tasting or simply kick back and do nothing. t's a self-catering trip, so cook whatever and whenever you please. Or go meander and discover a cozy restaurant. I'm on hand if you need any assistance, but essentially I'm in the background. The idea is that we visit less known, out- of-the-way destinations. We'll usually spend a day or two at a destination, parking either in an upmarket campsite or on an agriturismo farm and where possible, simply \"wild camp\" if the views are gorgeous!

6 WHEN Ideally, I would like to depart by the ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE 1st of May and terminate on the 30th of October. August is not a I have found that the perfect good time to travel to the coast length for a road trip is ten because it heaves with tourists days. A week is just too short everywhere. This is the ideal and 14 days tend to become a month to head for mountain stretch. I have set aside road villages in Italy, Germany and trips that run from the 1st to France, or inland pueblos in Spain the 10th and from the 20th to and Greece. the 30th of each month. Although I have researched dream itineraries (like a drive along the entire length of the Italian coast), I am completely open to exploring your preferred route. Everyone has a bucket list, so let's talk. If it's practical, it's possible.

P7N FROM R18 000 PP SHARING WHAT'S INCLUDED: Pick-up and drop-off at your arrival airport Accommodation in a luxury caravan with queen bed, shower cubicle and toilet, kitchenette and dining area Transport between overnight stops Maximum 1000km round-trip Wi-fi while in transit and at overnight stops The above rate is an average for most of the countries on our itinerary. This price will only increase if your preference is to stay near popular tourist destinations where camp sites are more expensive. HOW MUCH

!KLAT S'TE ALLAN BARNARD 13 Fontein Street Riebeek Kasteel South Africa Cell: +27 78 366 6771 E-Mail: [email protected]