Mr David Kyle-Ewing

Wednesday 23 October 2024 : Speaker: Mr David Kyle-Ewing
Topic: Motor Homes and Motor Homing

As former chairman of the Motor Caravan Club Northern Ireland [MCCNI] and member of Omagh Probus Club, David brought to the meeting many years of experience of owning, maintaining and driving a motor home all over Ireland North and South as well as in Great Britain and mainland Europe. He began by explaining that motor homes come in all sizes and, with price tags ranging from £55,000 to £2million, you get what you pay for in terms of size, comfort and luxury. However, all new motor homes have batteries from which to run fridge/freezers, cookers, microwaves, showers, TV’s etc. Camp sites with full facilities for overnight stops are abundant and bookable, making planning for family holidays relatively straight forward for those who can read maps and navigate European motorways.
Over time a motor home can save money on travel and accommodation and provide comfort and convenience while touring at home and abroad. David has found not only adventure on his travels but also made many friends through rallies, campgrounds and online forums. When parked up on “Aires” in France and elsewhere he related how he had met amazing people with great stories to tell of their adventures. As a family the Kyle-Ewing’s have visited some 16 countries, many more than once, and in every case loved their unique scenery, culture and friendliness.
The costs of running a motor home – Road Tax, Insurance, Servicing and Maintenance – were among topics that came up in the wide-ranging question and answer session which followed David’s talk.   A warm vote of thanks was given on behalf of the club by Hugh Ward.