Hi Flying Scotsman, posted one from France - you made me pish myself laughing with your comment - we now have a bigger bottle because of you - and not in the family photosTip for next pic.
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Where Have You Been In Your Van Today?
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Just got back from Poland after a 3-week trip — our first long journey in the T6! Only one error popped up during the whole trip (P20EE00) and it disappeared on its own.
We decided to travel along the seaside through France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and into Poland — and took the same route back.
Our first beach stop in France was a letdown since dogs weren’t allowed. We ended up on a wild beach instead, which turned out way better — even tested out the gas BBQ there!
We didn’t stop at any campsites because our dogs aren’t exactly social — they bark at every other dog and sometimes even at people.
Overall, I can say our setup worked really well in terms of the battery and inverter. The bed will need to be reworked for easier access, and we still need to add hot water (just ran out of time before the trip). No need for a pop-top either — and no budget for it anyway!
Big thanks to everyone who helped with the setup.
We liked Belgium the most — free parking, dogs allowed on beaches, and cheaper diesel compared to other places (Shell V-Power was €2.10 in Germany, €1.90 in France, €1.70 in Belgium, and around €1.90 in the Netherlands. Poland was about 6 PLN — roughly the same as regular diesel if you filled up between 14:00–18:00).
Coming back to Poland after 14 years felt a bit strange. My hometown is greener now, but the 40km/h (25mph) speed limit really slows down the van. One thing to watch out for in Poland is zebra crossings — people just walk across without looking, and drivers are required to stop if someone even approaches the crossing (lights one don’t count as they got red etc). It’s a bit odd and honestly quite annoying, especially when people just scroll through their phones and step out without checking. I've been told that if the police see you not stopping, it’s an instant ticket. My city is apparently the worst for that — people just assume they own zebras
We decided to travel along the seaside through France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and into Poland — and took the same route back.
Our first beach stop in France was a letdown since dogs weren’t allowed. We ended up on a wild beach instead, which turned out way better — even tested out the gas BBQ there!
We didn’t stop at any campsites because our dogs aren’t exactly social — they bark at every other dog and sometimes even at people.
Overall, I can say our setup worked really well in terms of the battery and inverter. The bed will need to be reworked for easier access, and we still need to add hot water (just ran out of time before the trip). No need for a pop-top either — and no budget for it anyway!
Big thanks to everyone who helped with the setup.
We liked Belgium the most — free parking, dogs allowed on beaches, and cheaper diesel compared to other places (Shell V-Power was €2.10 in Germany, €1.90 in France, €1.70 in Belgium, and around €1.90 in the Netherlands. Poland was about 6 PLN — roughly the same as regular diesel if you filled up between 14:00–18:00).
Coming back to Poland after 14 years felt a bit strange. My hometown is greener now, but the 40km/h (25mph) speed limit really slows down the van. One thing to watch out for in Poland is zebra crossings — people just walk across without looking, and drivers are required to stop if someone even approaches the crossing (lights one don’t count as they got red etc). It’s a bit odd and honestly quite annoying, especially when people just scroll through their phones and step out without checking. I've been told that if the police see you not stopping, it’s an instant ticket. My city is apparently the worst for that — people just assume they own zebras
Glad you had a great trip. I'm also not opting for a pop top this time on my build
Ye we both enjoyed next time Italy
pop up too costly for us
Is that your pink Yeti in the front Sassy?? We should be told....
Just back from Helmsdale with my laddie and his pal.
We only spent one day on the river fishing it was so low.
So sat and got pished instead
We only spent one day on the river fishing it was so low.
So sat and got pished instead
It belongs to Mrs Sasquatch and, shame of shames, its a Thermos and not a Yeti. At least mine is a Stanley...and not pink!
She couldn't have it on the drivers side as it was steaming up the screen, and being ickle it was right in the line of vision.
Asked for a little beer to takeaway to the van - now that’s big and strong - not complaining.
It's a nice site and a good wander to the V2 site a few
Few others on site been there and said great, so going to do on way home - if you go into reception get a discount to
Van earning its keep today. Kendal Calling festival - just dropping off 5 girls and a ton of stuff whilst working from van. Tebay services on the way back for some lovely beers and Herdwick lamb as a consolation.
Ringstead bay camp campsite ,super nice
Edit - it has updated!
Sustenpass heading into Italy
To ultimately arrive at Domaso on Como, cheating though, we're in an air BnB!
Sustenpass heading into Italy
To ultimately arrive at Domaso on Como, cheating though, we're in an air BnB!
Haha, yes that was us. You were the first English van we’d seen in days/weeks. We then saw loads of English cars including an ascot grey van who nearly swerved onto us as they waved
AG's are easily excited!
The cocker spaniel of the van world!
Brilliant, my 9yr old daughter loves this! "Are we basically van buddies now!?" she says
