The honest answer? We needed more space. Four days away in a little campervan with three people is cosy in theory and absolutely chaotic in practice. We love Gaston dearly, but there are only so many times you can play Tetris with the sleeping arrangements before someone ends up grumpy.
So we did what any sensible person does when faced with a big life decision: we doom-scrolled eBay for hours. Days, actually. We looked at all sorts — modern caravans, bigger campervans, even a couple of truly questionable conversions that shall remain nameless. But nothing quite clicked.
"And then we found her. Round. Compact. A little worn. Absolutely full of character."
The Eriba Touring 310 GT is not your average caravan. She's got that unmistakable egg shape, the little pop-top roof, and the kind of charm that makes strangers stop and ask questions on campsites. Our 2007 model had clearly lived a life — but the bones were good, the spirit was willing, and we were smitten.
Is she perfect? Not quite yet. But that's part of the adventure. We've got plans — a good clean-up, a few repairs, some personal touches to make her feel properly like ours. Plum is a project as much as she is a caravan, and we can't wait to bring you along for every step of it.
If you're thinking about an Eriba, or just curious what life looks like towing a tiny vintage-style caravan around Britain, stick around. We'll be sharing everything — the good, the frustrating, and the moments that make it all worth it.