I know, it sounds like something the Top Gear team have dreamt up, but this is reality.

This clip does seem like a trailer (no pun intended) for an epic movie but it does well to show exactly what the Sealander can do.

It is light enough to be towed by a small family car, yet with the addition of an outboard motor it can be used to sail the seven seas. Well, not exactly but you get the picture.

With its large windows and removeable roof, you can really appreciate your surroundings whilst floating on a calm and peaceful lake.

Facilities are limited to a a sink, a cool-box, a cooker and a camping toilet, btu what more do you need when you have this much freedom?

Just check out the link at the top of the page to see the Sealander doing what it does best.

The incident occurred early yesterday morning (2 May ’11) in Ponsanooth, Cornwall.

It is unclear how the woman ended up in this position but she is believed to have fallen through the caravan’s floor and got stuck.

Firefighters from Falmouth Fire Station arrived at 2am to rescue the lady.

Using small tools they successfully cut her out of the caravan and left her in the care of paramedics.

Some stock footage has been found showing a caravan that turns into a boat, known as the ‘caraboat’.

The British Pathe footage shows this amphibian caravan being towed in Henley-on-Thames then being launched in the river.

The Commercial Director of Swift Caravans Group, Nick Page was delighted with the increase in sales:  “The Manchester Show provided a very encouraging start to 2011. The number of people attending the show was well up on last year and provided a clear demonstration that people are still thinking about buying one of our products. With record sales in October and the threat of the VAT increase, we were concerned that this could have a significant impact on early season sales this year.

“With £1.5 million worth of touring caravan sales and £750,000 worth of motorhome sales, figures were very similar to last year indicating that the market for this year will remain positive.�

The Swift Group debuted the new Escape motorhomes range at the touring caravans show, which will be officially launched at the Swift Caravans stand at the Birmingham NEC later this month.

Campaign group RoadSafe pointed out that older drivers are more prone to simple errors that could cause them to crash.

Clare Simpson, communications executive at the group, explained that overall, older people are safer on the road than their younger counterparts.

However, she said age-related decline in mental and physical abilities can become a problem behind the wheel.

Road safety is particularly important for those towing caravans, so older caravan enthusiasts may wish to heed RoadSafe’s advice.

Ms Simpson also said that modern cars can reduce the risks for older drivers on the road.

“Many models are available with raised seats for easy access and systems to improve blind spot awareness,” she explained.

“These features are not designed to take responsibility away from the driver, but they can be a useful investment.”

Sourced from Caravan Times

Police in Derbyshire have pleaded with the internet giant to release the car registration plate of a vehicle they believe may have been involved in the theft of a family touring caravan.

Cameras used to take photographs of every street in the country captured an image of a driver and a four-wheel-drive vehicle that detectives want to trace over the theft.

The picture was spotted on the internet by the family’s 11-year-old son months after their caravan went missing.

It shows the mystery man standing next to an unrecognised car on the drive of their home next to their caravan.

When the theft occurred there was little evidence to help the police inquiry.   Despite a forensic examination of the wheel clamps that had been securing the caravan the offender was never traced and the vehicle was never recovered.

The victims, surveyor David Soanes and wife Rebecca, believe the image was taken just before the theft from their drive in Linton, Derbys.
However, in common with Street View’s usual approach, the number plate of the vehicle has been blurred out.

But when police asked Google for a copy of the original, the company refused unless the force could get a court order. Officers are now trying to do just that.
Exam invigilator Mrs Soanes attacked Google for failing to help the police solve the crime.

She said: ‘It does seem ridiculous that the information is available but Google is not forthcoming with it, even though it could be used to solve a crime.

‘The 4×4 and the man may not even be involved but at least they could then be ruled out of the investigation.’

South Derbyshire MP Heather Wheeler said: “I am disappointed that Google’s initial reaction is to refuse.

A Google spokesperson explained: ‘It’s very important to Google and our users that we only provide information if valid process is followed, as laid down by governments in law.’

Sourced from the Daily Mail 17 Jan ‘11

In first place: Vanmaster Occasion 640TBEW

•    An upmarket looking Ash wood interior finish.
•    Designs are bespoke but the stainless steel sink had a smoked glass hinged lid and dedicated plate racks in the top locker.
•    The high gloss granite effect worktop was curved with an easyglide extendable worktop creating an L shape work area with five LED lights over the sink area.
•    Above the four burner hob was a two speed extractor fan and a large locker and an Omnivent was fitted for added ventilation.
•    A fridge freezer and a microwave were essential items in a unit with this price tag.
•    This kitchen was very workable and is one that calls for those who like cooking and entertaining.

Runner Up: Airstream International 684

•    Above the brushed stainless steel sink are two storage lockers with a stainless steel and burnt orange interior which are backlit through translucent acrylic sliding doors and to the right of the sink is an extending work top.
•    Knee high position of the 800w microwave.
•    Grill/oven duo, fridge freezer, stainless steel splash back along the length of the worktop and the two LED lights over the worktop.

There are sumptuous furnishings, and eye catching furniture design in the Laser. The kitchen is extremely functional and makes light work of any holiday catering you might have to contend with. There is an inboard water tank which ensures you have a continuous water supply.

The Coachman Laser 650/4 is also fitted with a satellite tracking system, Al-ko Secure security system and the Al-ko Trailer Control to make sure you are always relaxed on your holiday.

If you want the best of the best then the Coachman Laser is the one for you. the Laser 650/4 also has 2 layouts you can choose from. The first layout consists of 2 single beds and 1 double and the second layout is 2 doubles.

Some of the best external features of the Laser 650/4 are the whell claming system, wide body shell, thick aluminium sides for added impact protection and the one piece exterior door with full length fly screen.

The best internal features of the Coachman Laser 650/4 are the luxurious sprung bedding and seats, fly screens and blinds on all windows, a cocktail cabinet, optional leather upholstery and headroom of 6 feet and 5 inches.

Eriba caravans for sale are well-known for their compact size and for being easy to use. Sleeping between 2 and 3 people at a time, the Eriba Familia is ideal for use by couples, small families and small groups. This really is a brilliant caravan option for those who do not want to take up too much space with their caravan and tow vehicle.

• Berths: 2-3
• Overall length: 475cm
• Body length: 362cm
• Overall width: 200cm
• Overall height: 220cm
• Internal length: 357cm
• Internal width: 190cm
• Maximum headroom: 187cm
• Unladen weight: 728kg
• Mass in running order: 758kg