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31 Oct 2009 | No Comment | Views: 380
Campsite review of Waverley Park Holiday Center, East Cowes, Isle of Wight

Description: (From their site) Our marked pitches are levelled well, drained and fully serviced with electricity, mains water supply and grey water disposal. Most are a combination of grass and hard standing. A few are all grass and all have excellent views of the Solent.
Site visited: 31th of October 2009.
Waverley Park is more an caravan site than a campsite though it got all the facilities your need while camping. The toilet block were rebuild in 2003 so they look good.
The tent area is more an big sloping lawn so it …

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29 Sep 2009 | 2 Comments | Views: 450
Campsites in Croatia

Campsites visited:
Camp Galeb, Omis, Split
Camp Kate, Mlini, Dubrovnik
Camp Rogac, Slano, Dubrovnik
Camp Rozac, Trogir, Split
Camp Viter, Zaostrog

From what I can remember there were plenty campsites when I visited 20 or so years ago. And now there are more, for example I searched on the net for campsites near Dubrovnik and the airport and found around 4-5 easily. Cycling from the airport to Dubrovnik we saw many more. The same was true leaving Dubrovnik I knew of a few either from our map we had or from internet search, but we soon …

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15 Sep 2009 | One Comment | Views: 626
Campsite review of Kamp Rozac, Camp Rozac, Okrug Gornji, 21220 Trogir, Split, Croatia

Description: (From their site) The camp “Rožac” is situated on the island of Ĉiovo which is connected with Trogir by a bridge. It is 2 km far away from Trogir and 26 km away from Split. The whole area of the camp is surrounded by a beautiful beach (cca 500 m) and the camp itself is hidden by a thich pine woods. The camp offers many facilities for your active and pleasant vacation; diving school with the possibility of researching the Adriatic sea bed in many localities, recreative, funny and …

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12 Sep 2009 | 3 Comments | Views: 317
Campsite review of Camp Galeb, 21310 Omis, Split, Croatia

Description: (From their site) Impressive poplars, birches, limes and tamarisk trees provide natural shade and shelter for camping plots and pitches, making the stay in our camp pleasant even in hot summer months. Even the farthest pitches are no more than 500 m away from the sea and the beautiful sandy beach.
Site visited: 12th of September 2009.

As seen on the blog: Croatia day 4 : bit drafty
Camp Caleb is just outside the lovely little town of Omis, that is if you wander around the old part, on the coast with …

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11 Sep 2009 | 2 Comments | Views: 259
Campsite review of Camp Viter, Miosica 1, 21334 Zaostrog, Croatia

Description: (From their site) With long tradition in tourism and with 12000 m2 surface, we are dealing with 100 camping units. In the shadows of the most wonderful olive and laurel trees you will find peace and satisfaction. Most adorable is the clearest sea where you can see your own reflection if you just take a look from the camp. In the very neighborhood you can find post-office, ambulance, exchange office, drugstore, as well as many restaurants where you can enjoy adorable Dalmatian specialties.
Site visited: 11th of September 2009.

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10 Sep 2009 | 2 Comments | Views: 314
Campsite review of Kamp Rogac, 20232 Slano, Grgurici, Dubrovnik, Croatia

Description: (From their site) The camping site is situated on the Kovačević family’s private property in the shade of carob – trees by the sand beach. Attractive for both young people and families with children. It can accomodate up to 70 people. You can enjoy differnet water sports, long walks and bike rides on a 6 km long bikeway by the cost. Situated close to hotel “Osmine” and Dubrovnik the camping site is a good starting point for going out, going sightseeing and enjoying delicious food.
Site visited: 10th of September …

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9 Sep 2009 | 2 Comments | Views: 197
Campsite review of Camp Kate, Tupina 1, 20207 Mlini, Dubrovnik, Croatia

Description: (From their site) Camping ground “Kate”, located amongst cypress and pine trees is a green oasis only 200 m from the blue Adriatic sea, in the center of the village Mlini. Its rich natural surroundings decelerate the quick pace city lifestyle and make room for rest and renewal. The small village of Mlini stands erect at the foot of Malasnica mountain approaching the sea, only 6km from the old town Dubrovnik.
Site visited: 9th of September 2009.

As seen on the blog: Croatia day 1 : stress, what is that
We arrived …

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30 Aug 2009 | One Comment | Views: 177
Campsite review of Fforest Fields Caravan & Camping Park, Fforest Farm, Hundred House, Builth Wells, Powys, LD1 5RT, Wales, UK

Description: (From their site) Fforest Fields is a secluded seven acre rural caravan campsite a few miles from the market town of Builth Wells in central Wales. It is well drained and almost level with generous grass and hardstand pitches served by a circuit road. It is landscaped with lots of trees to provide shelter and screening. There is a central looblock with free power showers, which is always kept pristine.
Site visited: 30th of August 2009.

As seen on the blog: Here be Dragons, Chapter II : Hello Granny (gear).
We arrived …

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28 Aug 2009 | One Comment | Views: 193
Campsite review of Llwyngwern Farm , Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RB, Wales, UK

Description: (From their site) Riverside camping site with loos, showers, hot & cold water. 3 miles North of Machynlleth. Next to the Centre for Alternative Technology. On Sustrans route No8. Great mountain biking nearby, Cli-machx trail, Mach 1, 2 & 3. Aberdovey and seaside 9 miles. Cader Idris 6 miles. Open Mid-April to Mid-October
Site visited: 28th of August 2009.

As seen on the blog: Here be Dragons, Chapter I : Saving your energy.
After booking via email and was told that it was ok to arrive late on a bank holiday weekend. …

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28 Aug 2009 | One Comment | Views: 179
Campsite review of Woodlands Caravan Park, Devils Bridge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3JW, Wales, UK

Description: The Woodlands is a well established, family run caravan park set amidst some of the most beautiful scenery Mid Wales has to offer. It is situated in Devils Bridge, a small village nestling at the top of the Rheidol Valley, 12 miles inland from the coastal town of Aberystwyth. It is an ideal base for touring Mid Wales, walking, cycling, mountain biking, birdwatching, fishing or just relaxing and taking in the fresh air.
Site visited: 28th of August 2009.

As seen on the blog: Here be Dragons, Chapter II : Hello …

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