Vacation V Staycation Costs

Posted on 12/03/2021 21:22 by moulesy

Yes, no problem with that.  But you did choose to use one of the most expensive sites in Cornwall in July/August for your comparison. I've never stayed at River Valley, don't know how it compares to your French site, but I did check their prices and I think it works out at £360 for 10 nights - that's about 25% cheaper than your French site, before adding on all the extra costs involved in fuel, insurance etc.

As I've frequently said on threads such as this, price comparisons are pretty pointless really since one can almost always find more (or less) expensive sites to suit whatever point is being made.

Enjoying holidays, of whatever form, is surely about so much more than just cost?  

 

Posted on 12/03/2021 22:22 by Wherenext

Had a look back at the last 1 month tour in mid season we did in France. Stayed mostly on Municipal type sites in June, some of them ACSI sites. I don't keep a detailed cost sheet but tend to mention cost of sites.

Worked out at just over £17 per night, adjusted for slight difference in exchange rate. So 30 nights came to about £510. Ferry fee was approximately £200, travel insurance for month £224, caravan insurance upgrade £48 (insurer charged pro rata rate). Not included any figures for diesel costs. Total approx £982

Following year we spent 1 month in Norfolk, all CLs, much the same facilities that were found on the sites we used in France. Average cost £14.50 pn, so campsite fees came to £435. No insurance for carAvan or travel insurance or ferry.

So saving of at about £550+.

Does it make a difference to my choice of whether I stay or go? No it doesn't. We'll continue to tour wherever the interest takes us.

At least I recognise it's going to cost me more if I go abroad and it's not some comparison picked out the air but factual.

Posted on 12/03/2021 22:28 by Tinwheeler

It is a thread equally at home in Overseas or UK Sites and Touring so to talk about French or Cornish sites is not hijacking but merely continuing the theme started by the OP.

I find it ironic that the accusation of hijacking is made by one who frequently refers to overseas sites in UK threads.

Posted on 13/03/2021 07:47 by Cornersteady

I agree, it is interesting to note prices, especially WN's post and I agree with him that it is all about where you want to go rather than money

Apart from costs in money terms there is me another cost, that of time. For some that is part of the holiday and that is their decision. But for me I would not find driving, or even being a passenger, for at least two days to be enjoyable. I have done it (without towing) but I prefer to get over there and in the sun as quickly as possible. 

Perhaps a MH tour might be different. 

Posted on 13/03/2021 07:47 by Cornersteady

I agree, it is interesting to note prices, especially WN's post and I agree with him that it is all about where you want to go rather than money

Apart from costs in money terms there is me another cost, that of time. For some that is part of the holiday and that is their decision. But for me I would not find driving, or even being a passenger, for at least two days to be enjoyable. I have done it (without towing) but I prefer to get over there and in the sun as quickly as possible. 

Perhaps a MH tour might be different. 

Posted on 13/03/2021 08:37 by Rocky 2 buckets

+1, I’ve said that forever👍🏻. I applaud anyone with the need & tenacity to trek over those distances but I’m another ‘get there quick & relax’. It takes a special kind of mindset to do different. . .Not me🤷🏻‍♂️

Posted on 13/03/2021 09:10 by peedee

Its not a problem if you take your time and don't set out to travel long distances each day. I don't see it as a special mind set. A comfy driving position and airconditioning on very hot days helps. Similarly good heating for winter trips makes for pleasant days. Much prefer to drive than any other form of travel, its door to door and no hassle for me.

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