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Sorry. New to this. My son (40) suggests a hostel in Mexico City. His Dad, Uk home-based, is dubious. Another much-travelled Granny may know of a safe B&B in Mexico City. Tricky topic: don't want to cause rucktions. Need to see my grand-daughters: hotels too expensive. Flights from UK cost a bo...

Hi all I have a 96 toyota hiace with 2 deep cycle batteries of available storage plus the van battery. Am currently using 80 watt portable solar panel hooked to the first battery via anderson plug. have a 1100W inverter. I want to install a solar panel on the roof of the van and have an auto electrician av...

Hi Fellow Nomads This is our first post as new members. We have just bought a VW camper T4 and will soon be setting off round this great country. Any general advice is most welcome eg what to bring, phone/tv reception, free camping etc. Many thanks in advance! Hugh and Annette Bunbury. WA.

Hey there Nomads, my partner & I are looking into buying a Pantech truck (US 'box truck') & converting it into a motorhome. We're only in the very initial stages at present & if anyone can offer any advice on purchasing a vehicle, ideas about converting it, or if someone has done a similar c...

Hi everyone I'm new and looking to tap into the wealth of knowledge most likely sitting out there from like minded people such as yourselves. I recently bought an A'Van Cruiser in preparation of taking on a quasi Grey Nomad lifestyle as I start to wind down my working life. Never owned a Van before and al...

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Granny Seeker advice Grey Nomad seeks good B&B, Mexico City. (Preview)	The Grey Nomads - General	10	4536	07:10 AM Sep 21, 2011 by Bowyo
Sorry. New to this. My son (40) suggests a hostel in Mexico City. His Dad, Uk home-based, is dubious. Another much-travelled Granny may know of a safe B&B in Mexico City. Tricky topic: don't want to cause rucktions. Need to see my grand-daughters: hotels too expensive. Flights from UK cost a bo...
solar rv solar advice Buying solar system for toyota hi-top highace Advice needed (Preview)	The Grey Nomads - General	5	4381	07:43 PM Jul 26, 2015 by in transit
Hi all I have a 96 toyota hiace with 2 deep cycle batteries of available storage plus the van battery. Am currently using 80 watt portable solar panel hooked to the first battery via anderson plug. have a 1100W inverter. I want to install a solar panel on the roof of the van and have an auto electrician av...
vw t4 advice phone reception TV reception Ready for big trip. Any advice welcome! (Preview)	Read Forum Rules & Introduce Yourself Here	6	4562	08:33 AM Apr 9, 2017 by Woody n Sue
Hi Fellow Nomads This is our first post as new members. We have just bought a VW camper T4 and will soon be setting off round this great country. Any general advice is most welcome eg what to bring, phone/tv reception, free camping etc. Many thanks in advance! Hugh and Annette Bunbury. WA.
Pantech conversion ideas opinions advice Some Advice & Ideas about Converting a Pantech Truck (Preview)	The Grey Nomads - General	6	3733	12:34 PM Jul 16, 2021 by Bicyclecamper
Hey there Nomads, my partner & I are looking into buying a Pantech truck (US 'box truck') & converting it into a motorhome. We're only in the very initial stages at present & if anyone can offer any advice on purchasing a vehicle, ideas about converting it, or if someone has done a similar c...
A'Van Help Repairs Advice Advice needed on an A'Van repair! (Preview)	Techies' Corner	25	6121	05:46 PM Jan 21, 2026 by Stevejaz
Hi everyone I'm new and looking to tap into the wealth of knowledge most likely sitting out there from like minded people such as yourselves. I recently bought an A'Van Cruiser in preparation of taking on a quasi Grey Nomad lifestyle as I start to wind down my working life. Never owned a Van before and al...