Winter for many means leaving in the dark and coming home in the dark and this time around its been pretty dreary too. Perfect conditions for those who seek to hibernate this time of year. Why not hibernate in your van? they're compact, secure and make for a desirable escape to harsh external conditions. Make your van a hygge home on the road.

Do you need a reason to venture out into the cold?

Winter has a wondrous value if you are dressed for the conditions.

Better Photos - Photographers love the crisp and clear (dust free) qualities of winter air giving them the ability to capture a finer detail in their photographs.

Less tourists - off season travel means fewer people to contend with. Quiet and tranquility will be easier to find.

Inspiration - Winter scapes, melting frost, bare branches, and days absent of insects are creative fuel for the artist, poet, writer or musician.

Thrill seekers - Well there is no need to convince you to head to the snow capped mountains, you're probably already there.

Day to day activity - witness what life is like in the places you visit without so many tourists around. If spontaneity is your vibe winter trips can give you access to activities that would otherwise be booked up and unavailable.

Comfort food - Perfect opportunity to cook those saucy stews and one pot meals you've been salivating over.

Explore indoors - Seek out destinations you may not usually have included on your itinerary like museums, libraries, national trust buildings or an art gallery. 

Chase the sun - if the cold is not your thing, abandon ship, and head for bluer and brighter skies north :)

Enjoy a hot cuppa with a view - Nothing like sipping a hot chocolate, tea or coffee curled up in warm blankets inside your van looking out the rear window soaking up the view or reading a book. Some would say you could do that at home but it's just not the same. Adjusting to accomodate your usual creature comforts whilst on the road deepens your appreciation for them and gives you memories to smile upon.

If you've made the commitment to go on a winter escape before the season is out check out the accessories below that will give you extra comfort for the journey.