The older you get, the more you want a vacation without effort and without stress. In the following, we explainwhy camping is a popular form of vacationfor seniors and what tips we have for a relaxed vacation.
Camping 60 plus - a relaxed vacation
Camping is not only becoming increasingly popular with young adults. Even in old age, this type of vacation is a wonderful way to enjoy nature and find relaxation inyour own four walls - because unlike an all-inclusive vacation, camping still has something of your own home. But what other things make camping so attractive besides self-determination?
What are the advantages of camping for seniors?
Apart from the self-determination and closeness to nature that camping brings, it also offers other advantages for seniors:
Enjoying sociability and tranquillity in equal measure
Camping is the perfect vacation that combines togetherness and sociability. On a campsite, you can always make friends and find new contacts, so older people feel less alone. And if you don't feel like socializing, you can quickly retreat to your motorhome and enjoy the peace and quiet.
The mix of sociability and privacy is therefore a great advantage on campsites.
High level of comfort with a camper or motorhome
Anyone who only associates camping with tents and uncomfortable sleeping bags is mistaken. You can enjoy a high level of comfort with a camper or motorhome. The advantage of having your own toilet and shower, as well as a shared sleeping, dining and living area, offers optimum comfort for senior citizens.
For example, dry separate toilets such as the BOXIO toilet, which are easy to use and take up little to no space, are suitable for your own sanitary facilities . This saves you the long walk to the campsite's sanitary facilities.
Age-appropriate campsites
Nowadays, campsites are well equipped so that every age group can feel at home. In Germany in particular, there are barrier-free pitchesfor senior citizens by the sea or in the mountains.
Medical care is also provided in most cases. Instead of having to worry about your own health, you can start your trip completely relaxed.
Stress-free arrival and departure
Stress-free is exactly the key word here: another advantage of camping for seniors is the independent arrival and departure. No fixed arrival time, any number of breaks and the spontaneous choice of destination create a pleasant feeling of freedom right from the start of the vacation. As you get older, you want to take things easier - camping offers pure relaxation for young and old alike.
Tips for camping vacations for senior citizens
To make your time with your partner as relaxed as possible, there are a few things you should bear in mind when camping for or with seniors 50 plus:
1. The right camping equipment
The older you get, the more comfort plays an important role. Accordingly, the camping equipmentshould not be too heavy: bulky items are more of a burden than a pleasure, and the number of individual items should also be as low as possible. The simplest solution is a camper van. The dry separation toilet or the mobile washbasin from BOXIO are also easy to transport and ensure good hygiene and comfort during the camping trip.
2. Pay attention to your health and fitness
Physical fitness also decreases with age. It is therefore important that the activities on a camping vacation arealways adapted to your own fitness level. Camping often requires physical exertion, such as putting up the tent or walking to various places on the campsite such as toilet and shower facilities. At least the latter can be successfully avoided with BOXIO.
3. Choose an accessible campsite
Another tip for a camping vacation for pensioners is to choose an accessible campsite. We recommend paying attention to terms such as "barrier-free" or "well-equipped"when searching for offers.If you don't want to worry about all these things, go straight for the mobile washbasin and the compact BOXIO toilet. This way, you can enjoy your camping vacation even more stress-free and have a wider choice of campsites.
Camping offers for seniors: the best campsites
Which camping destinations are the best for seniors? Germany is one of the most popular camping destinations for people of all ages and is a big step ahead of other destinations thanks to its varied scenery. No wonder: whether mountains or sea, hiking or strolling along the beach - senior citizens are spoiled for choice here. With almost 3,000 campsites, there is something for everyone, as our survey shows. At this point, we would like to warmly recommend the following campsites for seniors:
Campingplatz Alpenblick in the Allgäu
This campsite offers a wonderful view of the Alps and is close to hiking trails. There are barrier-free sanitary facilities and the pitches are level and easily accessible for senior citizens.
Havelberge campsite in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
This destination has a wonderful location: this site is situated on the shores of Lake Müritz and offers a peaceful and relaxing environment. There are barrier-free sanitary facilities and the site is also wheelchair accessible.
Amrum campsite in Schleswig-Holstein
Amrum campsite is located directly on the beach and offers a relaxed atmosphere. Here you can enjoy the sound of the sea and the pleasant air. Barrier-free access to the beach is also available.
No matter the location: luxury camping with BOXIO
As previously mentioned, camping for senior citizens comes with a few challenges. However, even small adjustments can save a lot of stress and effort. Senior camping requires one thing above all: comfort.
Well-being usually starts with privacy and therefore with access to the toilet and washing facilities. BOXIO is the mobile toilet for camping and provides a very special luxury thanks to its ease of use and many advantages:
No water consumption
As it is a dry toilet, no water is needed to flush waste, which contributes to considerable water savings.
Odorless
The BOXIO urine-diverting toilet has an odor trap that prevents unpleasant smells and ensures a pleasant user experience.
Simple installation
The BOXIO dry toilet is easy to install and can be fitted within 30 minutes without any special knowledge or tools.
Environmentally friendly
No water consumption, no chemical cleaning agents - BOXIO is completely environmentally friendly. In addition, the waste can be used as fertilizer for plants, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.
Flexibility
BOXIO dry toilets can be installed almost anywhere as they do not need to be connected to a sewage system. They are therefore ideal for campsites, private garden sheds or other places without a sewage connection.
Camping for seniors - off on an adventure
Camping as a vacation for seniors is becoming increasingly popular and is a good alternative to organized all-inclusive vacations. And if you follow these tips for planning your trip, nothing stands in the way of a relaxing vacation.
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