Your Caravan Layout and Fixtures

The interior caravan layout and fixtures is important. There are a number of things to consider. One is the size of the bed. Double beds in caravans are often smaller than the normal one at home. Sometimes caravan beds are shaped with rounded corners, which means it is extremely difficult to use a fitted sheet. Similar problems can occur with beds in motorhomes. In campervans, beds can be even bigger than king-size so, again, sheets may be a problem. The choice of single beds versus double beds is personal and is entirely depended on what sleeping arrangements you prefer. Think also about whether you want a fold-up bed, so you can enjoy extra space during the day, and where you want the bed positioned: some travellers prefer an island bed, others are happy for it to be flush against the caravan side.

Make sure the caravan layout you choose has good usable storage space both inside and outside. The wardrobe should have sufficient hanging capacity. Most caravans have side door entry just some also have rear door entry. If you go for a rear door, make sure the dust sealing and scupper vent in the roof to pressurise the van is in excellent working order for minimising dust.

Many caravan layouts have built in showers, toilets and hot-water services, but if you are planning on spending most of your nights in caravan parks, you may be paying for unnecessary caravan fixtures. Showers and toilets obviously require regular cleaning and take up valuable space. They usually come as a unit, with the toilet built into the shower cubicle. Larger motorhomes may have separate toilets.

A microwave oven is probably an essential feature and if your caravan is not fitted with one, seriously consider adding one – you will use it all the time. Air-conditioning is more a matter of personal choice but it can get extremely hot in the north of Australia and if you intend heading north you will need one. Air-conditioning units are readily available.

Many new caravans are built to order, which means you have the option of customising your caravan layout and fixtures to suit your own taste.

TIP Take a tape measure with you when you go looking at caravans and motorhomes. Then you can work out what fits where. Even if you are of average height you will want to check the headroom as well. If you are taller, this may take on even more significance – you do not want to be hitting your head all the time just because you forget to check this basic caravan layout initially.

This is the sixth page of 23 with related information about making the most of your caravan holiday. Check our website at www.crikey-adventure-tours.com/caravan-holiday.html for the other articles.

Take Your Fashion Flavor From American Idol

American Idol has taken our world by storm and with great looking celebrities like Paula looking great in this seasons fashion outfits and jewelry as well as soon to be celebrities strutting the best styles of the season. Check out the American Idol jewelry choices for the season.

Maybe the next Carrie Underwood or Chris Dougherty is watching – this seasons Melinda and Jordan are both setting fashion statements. They just can't wait to get their shot in the lime light and show their fashions statement,

Everyone that belt out a sound thinks they should be the next American idol and those really talented singers are only a judge or two away. All you need to do is get a pass card from Simon Cowell. Not only is the show entertaining the fashion lessons are also great!

Why not pick the style of your favorite idol and then you can mix it up to make your personal fashion statement. Choose your and the jewelry for this season.

Want to know how to get the attention of Simon? Well perhaps it's time to ask Lakisha. She'll likely tell you to be unique while maintaining a classy style just like her. Or how about Jordan who is such a big girl and yet pulls off all her fashion looks with real class! And check out their jewelry. Be fashionable and look terrific. Remember Fantasia Barrina who came in sporting all those fabulous looking bracelets. She made such an impression that Paula Abdul gave Fantasia some of her personal signature jewelry line.

Paula Abdul has a beautiful jewelry line that lets you reflect your style and personality. Start with Paula's collection and stretch your wings and try other designers. What's important is to reflect who you are. Bold for bold – feminine for feminine – you decide.

If hip hops for you go with hip hop jewelry of if you are a rocker chip then b sure your jewelry says that. American Idol is about singing and standing out in a crowd much like life.

Friday Cat on Appliance Blogging

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