Holiday fuel for thought

Smart ways of saving cash on motorhoming

- BY SARAH MARSHALL

Providing some of the comfort of a hotel with the freedom of camping in a tent, motorhome and campervan holidays are the perfect compromise. Prices are pretty good too, with deals from as low as £59 per night.

But with fuel prices predicted to rise, it's important to plan trips carefully, From travelling off-peak to refuelling at dawn or dusk, experts share tips on how to save money.

Clever planning

"Think about how many people are travelling, your route, what storage you may need and how comfortable you are driving to determine what size vehicle you need," says Leanne Cromie, marketing manager for rental sites Bunk Campers and Just Go Motorhomes.

"Holidaymakers can benefit from great rates for travelling April to June or September to October while still benefiting from the UK and Ireland's light nights."

Pick the right petrol provider and monitor consumption