Experience expert tuition at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2016

by Joe Jeffrey

Brush up on your towing skills at this year’s Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show

Whether you’re a new or experienced caravan owner, it’s never too late to learn some new skills and improve your towing. And now, this year’s Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show is giving you the opportunity to do just that, offering you the opportunity to get behind the wheel, hook up a caravan, go for a drive and have a look around the very latest in tow cars from the show’s Official Towcar Partner, Hyundai Motor.

It goes without saying that, with the right tuition, you will inevitably be prepared for every eventuality, remain safe and stay on the right side of the law, and good towing technique is crucial to your safety and the safety of other road users, whether it means giving yourself more time and space, accelerating slower, taking corners wider than normal or always having a good view of the rear of your unit.

It’s true, there’s a lot to remember, but that’s where the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show, taking place from 23 to 28 of February at the Birmingham NEC, comes in to make sure you benefit from a team of qualified instructors who will be on hand during to show you everything you need to know.

A spokesperson for show organisers NCC Events said: “At NCC Events, we work with our partners to ensure we communicate key elements that will ensure a happy holiday. One of our initiatives for 2016 is promoting the importance of towing properly. We are proud to be working with Hyundai Motor and offering this complimentary tuition at the show in February.”

To get your tickets now, for what is guaranteed to be a great show, click here now.

CaravanTimes takes to the slopes to put the Bailey Approach Advance through its paces in the ultimate winter test

by Joe Jeffrey

We put the Bailey Approach Advance to the ultimate test in Austria

With caravanning and motorhoming no longer being strictly reserved for the summer months, many manufacturers take this into account when building leisure vehicles dedicated to year-round use. And, irrespective of the sheer amount of research and technology involved in building an all-singing, all-dancing, all-weather caravan or motorhome, nothing proves a leisure vehicle can withstand adverse weather than really getting into the thick of it and testing it out for yourself.

Now, CaravanTimes has taken to the chilly slopes of Austria to put the Bailey Approach Advance motorhome to the ultimate test as part of Bailey’s Snow Season, and we’ll be spending this weekend seeing how it withstands freezing cold temperatures and buckets of snow to boot.

The fun doesn’t stop there though, and CaravanTimes will also be meeting up with professional snowboarder Simon Cudlip, 26, and blogging sensation Faye Young, 22, who are currently in the Alps making the most of what their Bailey Pegasus Brindisi has to offer, as previously reported here.

Driving to meet Simon and Faye was easier than we thought. Despite navigating along icy, winding mountain roads after reaching Austria following our rather gusty ferry ride, the Approach Advance’s 2.2 Hdi 130 bhp engine complete with a 6-speed manual gearbox certainly helped Team CaravanTimes along the way. And, despite temperatures dropping into the minuses, the Whale floor mounted 4kw space heater and blown air heating system, doubled with Bailey’s Alu-Tech bodyshell technology featuring thicker body panels and top-notch insulation, certainly kept us nice and toasty.

Upon arriving to meet Simon and Faye, we were surprised at how cold it was and, after the obligatory snowball fight, clambered back inside our Approach Advance to warm up and take in the beautiful surrounding sights in true style. We can’t wait to hit the slopes though and look forward to what the weekend has in store as we put the Advance to the test.

Keep checking back on CaravanTimes for more news about our Austrian adventure coming soon. And while you’re at it, keep tabs on Bailey’s Snow Season adventure with Simone and Faye at Bailey’s blog here, or by searching for the handle #BaileySnowSeason on Twitter.

Increase in popularity of caravanning drives surge in crime, police warn

by Joe Jeffrey

Caravanners urged to implement security measures following huge spike in caravan crime

A huge rise in the popularity of caravanning is helping to drive a rise in crime rates police have said.

The National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS) has revealed that 614 caravans were reported stolen in 2015, up 20 per cent following a decrease in caravan crime the previous year.

The most noticeable spike in caravan thefts was in the South West, which saw six times the rate when compared to 2014. The North East and Home Counties also saw a stark rise.

Tim Booth, from NaVCIS said of the findings: “2015 saw a very buoyant market for the sales of touring caravans in the UK with high demand from consumers for this type of product.

“We’ve been working with the industry to help reduce caravan thefts year-on-year so to see an increase this year is significant.

“Many of the thefts were the result of offenders targeting caravan storage areas, not just the ‘informal farm storage areas’ but also the more robust secure storage sites,” continued Booth. “Similar offences also occurred across in mainland Europe where caravans were stolen from storage and were then immediately brought across to the UK to be sold on.”

Caravan owners are now being urged to carry out a number of simple security measures in order to prevent a further rise, including frequently checking their caravan throughout the winter months if it has been placed into storage to confirm it is still safe. Tracking devices and insurance policies should also be kept up to date.

“Whilst many newer caravans are equipped with tracking equipment, a high proportion of these require the owners to be aware that their property has been stolen.

“In many cases it was some considerable time before the owners became aware and the activation of tracking equipment failed to reveal the current locations.”

Outrage as Norfolk caravan park turns away recently-widowed motorhomer for being ‘single’

by Joe Jeffrey

Recently widowed motorhomer “banned” from caravan park following husband’s death

A caravan park in Norfolk has come under fire after reportedly refusing to allow a recently-widowed motorhomer to pitch up because she was ‘single’.

Annette Gration, whose husband of 40 years had passed away just four months prior to the incident, visited Searles Leisure Resort, in Hunstanton, with her best friends, Sue and John Gill, having previously visited the popular family-run park with her late husband on previous occasions.

After booking two pitches next to each other in advance before arriving at Searles, Sue’s husband was reportedly advised by a park representative at check-in that because Annette was ‘single’ she would no longer be entitled to stay at the park, despite being advised that Annette had only recently lost her husband.

Reluctant to upset their friend, the Gills, who were visiting Annette to help take her mind off of losing her husband to cancer after nursing him for the last 18 months of his life, advised Searles’ check-in staff that Annette’s son would also be arriving later in the day to stay in Annette’s motorhome with her, at which point Annette was allowed to stay.

Sue said of the whole experience: “We chose Searles because it had some excellent reviews on the internet, plus it had an indoor swimming pool. Searles fitted the bill perfectly.

“Annette had never driven a motorhome whist her husband was alive, so driving and looking after her motorhome alone is still a very new and slightly daunting experience for her. She was trying hard to be brave and I knew that if I announced to her that she could not stay at Searles it would be deeply upsetting and was not something I felt she could have handled.” 

Of the incident, Sue continued: “Sadly, the check-in drama has left a very nasty taste in our mouths and I cannot understand why any single person who is using their own caravan or motorhome is viewed so negatively by Searles.”

Annette, 58, spoke to CaravanTimes about her experience at the hands of Searles and the upset of being told she could not stay at the site.

She said: “I felt like I was being treated like some sort of criminal or threat to society. It played on my mind all the time I was there. On arriving home, I kept thinking of this whole new world I was now in because I was a widow.

“After fighting cancer with my husband who was only 59 when he passed away, I felt sick inside that I was now being treated like such an oddity. I definitely feel this is discrimination.”

CaravanTimes contacted Searles which, according to its website, prides itself on ‘core family values’ including being ‘friendly and courteous’ whilst promoting ‘fun and happiness’, but company representatives declined to comment.

Annette has also emailed the park’s managing director, Paul Searle, to ask as to why she had been “banned” from the site owing to her husband’s death and is still awaiting a reply.

Department for Transport begins consultation on stricter penalties for mobile phone use behind the wheel

by Joe Jeffrey

Study finds 16 per cent of 18 to 24 year olds have used video-calling apps whilst driving in the past year

The Department for Transport (DfT) has opened up a public consultation on stricter penalties for using a hand-held mobile phone whilst driving.

The DfT’s consultation is looking for feedback on proposals for increasing the fixed penalty notice level from £100 to £150 for all drivers in a move which has been welcomed by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).

It also invites views on increasing the penalty points from three to four points for non-HGV drivers, and three to six points for those that hold a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) licence and commit the offence whilst driving an HGV.

Neil Greig, IAM director of policy and research said: “Forcing all drivers caught using a hand-held mobile for the first time to attend a re-education course would be a really positive step.

“For many, smartphone use has become an addiction that we can only start to cure through some form of therapy. The IAM does not object to tougher penalties but we do believe that the real deterrent is fear of being caught. That fear can only be increased by increasing the numbers of traffic police on our roads.”

The IAM found in a previous study that nine per cent of drivers surveyed admitted taking a selfie whilst driving within the previous month – a figure that increases to 19 per cent for 25-35 year olds.

The survey also discovered eight per cent of drivers admitted to driving while using a video-calling application such as FaceTime and Skype to make and receive video calls, rising to 16 per cent among 18 to 24 year olds.

Grieg added: “Technology has caused this issue and technology offers one route towards reducing the distraction effect of mobile phone use. It will not be easy to retrofit many of these solutions but the IAM is supportive of trials and pilots to show whether automatically switching off phones when moving can deliver safer roads.”

Grey Gappers drive off on Elddis motorhome adventure of a lifetime

by Joe Jeffrey

Karen and David ride off into the sunset courtesy of 2016 Elddis Accordo 254

You may recall that, back in November, CaravanTimes reported on a particular gap year with a twist, which would see one 50-plus couple embark on an epic motorhome tour thanks to Elddis. And now, the wheels are spinning and the couple from County Durham have set off on what can only be described as a journey of a lifetime on board a brand new Elddis Encore 254.

Following a number of years planning for their journey, Karen and John have begun their adventure after just one month’s motorhome refresher training having not taken to a motorhome for over ten years.

Planning to spend a full 12 months travelling around Spain, the Grey Gappers – as Karen and David have come to be known – seem to have taken the first leg of their journey in their stride, thanks in part to the trusty Encore 254 provided by Elddis.

Of the adventure that awaits, Karen wrote on her blog: “We studied the various ‘How To’ books on the subject – the best one we found being ‘Go Motorhoming and Campervanning’ from Vicarious Books. It has loads of information on all topics set out in logical order. We also read many blog’s – www.ourtour.co.uk being particularly useful – and Jason and Julie have been extremely kind and helpful to us!”

“We are lucky enough to be in a new Elddis Encore 254, which has a fixed bed which has proved marvellous. The motorhome is very well finished and drives like a dream. That said, going away in it for a year with no overnight test runs has meant it has taken us a lot of time to get used to doing anything in it.

To be even more comfortable during their Spanish adventure, both Karen and David have also embarked upon another mission – to learn Spanish in an attempt to fit in with the locals. Karen said: “As we are in Spain for a year we decided to go back to School in Vejer to learn a bit of Spanish to enable us to be part of Spain while we are here.

“It is much harder that we thought, the idea is to live, see and taste Spain for a year, to do this we will need to get better at Spanish.  So to be near the school we are staying at Camp Vejer, it is about 3km outside Vejer and has electric hook up, fresh water, clean toilet and shower block with hot water 24/7.  It is empty at this time so the bar and café are not open, but the family that run it Miguel and Eva, their daughter Sala and Willy have made us welcome and we feel that staying here is like being part of a family! We have been to birthday party and had the most wonderful homemade paella. The weather turned bad on Wednesday and Miguel took us with his daughter to school. This is now the routine and we are not allowed speak English at camp as Eva says we will never learn otherwise. All great fun!”

To follow Karen and David as they continue their journey, make sure you check out their informative website here.

Army deployed following more flood and storm chaos across UK

by Joe Jeffrey

Environment Agency deploys temporary defences and pumps as government rolls out army to deal with flood devastation

Flood alerts and severe weather warnings are in place across many parts of the country today as Storm Jonas continues to bring a deluge of strong winds and heavy rainfall, with military personnel deployed to some parts of the UK hit worst during last month’s devastating flooding.

At time of writing, North Yorkshire currently has three Environment Agency red warnings in place, with flooding expected to resonate from the overflow of the River Swale, affecting amenities close to it including Brompton-on-Swale Caravan Park and Rockcliffe Caravan Park.

Strong winds brought havoc to many parts of the country yesterday, which saw many road closures and the North East being hit hardest, including the A66 between North Yorkshire and Cumbria which was temporarily closed.

Environment secretary, Elizabeth Truss, said troops and temporary flood defences are now being deployed to flood-risk areas, whilst further funding was assured to those worst hit.

Truss told MPs: “Our immediate effort at the moment is make sure the response is ready in areas we think are affected. We already have military personnel deployed in Calder Valley, one of the areas we’re concerned about.”

With the sheer number of flood alerts in place across the country, including Wales, Scotland, Lancashire, Cumbria, Yorkshire and Devon and Cornwall, the Environment Agency (EA) has deployed a number of temporary defences and pumps.

The Met Office has said the impact of the rainfall would be made more severe because land is still saturated by the three bouts of heavy flooding over recent weeks.

Meanwhile, Neil Davies, the EA’s national flood duty manager, said: “With heavy rain this week, people in the North and South West need to be prepared for the risk of flooding. EA teams have been helping communities recover from the severe floods over Christmas. We are now preparing for further flooding as rain is expected to fall on ground left saturated after the wettest month on record.”

We here at CaravanTimes have visited the length and breadth of the UK during our time spent visiting many caravan parks and manufacturers and to imagine the destruction caused by the flooding across the country over the past number weeks is devastating to say the least – especially when considering the sheer amount of beauty many parts of the UK behold. Our thoughts are with those affected by these treacherous weather conditions at this time.

ISIS terror attacks see rise in caravan sales

by Joe Jeffrey

Surge in caravan and motorhome sales attributed to Islamic State

UK holidaymakers are buying more caravans and motorhomes in order to holiday in the UK, owing to the rise of Islamic State terrorist attacks across Europe it has been claimed.

The news comes following a 12 per cent increase in visitors to the annual Caravan & Motorhome Show 2016, held in Manchester last weekend, whilst one particular caravan dealership has attributed the rise in popularity to the threat of more terrorist tracks taking place over the coming year.

Steven Burnley, director of caravan and motorhome retailer Wandahome (South Cave) Ltd, told the Daily Star:

“With the threat of terrorism people are seriously considering if they need to fly this summer.

“There is a general sense of concern about travelling into Europe and staying at hotels.

“We read and we hear about terrorism and certain things happening in the world that are a concern to all of us.

“Caravan, motorhome and camping holidays in the UK is a really viable alternative.

“The industry is going from strength to strength.

“It has never been in such a good position.”

Recent terror attacks in France, Egypt, Tunisia and Turkey have led to a large decline in holiday bookings, whilst tourism has also been hit in the greek islands including Kos and Lesbos which have recently become a haven for refugees fleeing Island State-occupied territory in both Syria and Iraq.

Are you more inclined to holiday at home due to the recent spate of terrorist attacks, or do you see yourself going abroad in the next 12 months?

Callous conwoman jailed for bogus caravan holiday scam

by Joe Jeffrey

Kimberley Montrose jailed for 16 months and ordered to work unpaid following string of holiday scams

A conniving conwoman who duped hard-up families out of thousands of pounds after advertising bogus caravan holidays in Skegness has been jailed for 16 months after pleading to nine charges of fraud.

Warwick Crown Court was told Kimberley Montrose, 25, of Nuneaton, Warwickshire, began her string of con tricks after advertising a caravan for hire at Butlin’s in Skegness on Facebook, with people paying in excess of £50 per night for the caravan which did not exist.

One woman duped by Montrose paid £210 for a four-night break and was even given the key before Montrose took the key back and told her the locks had been changed.

Believing it to be a scam, the woman asked for her money back and even went so far as to attempt to book the holiday again with Butlin’s directly after borrowing the additional money required, only for Butlins to confirm the caravan did not exist.

Another woman booked the Montrose’s ‘caravan’ for a summer getaway and paid in £100 instalments before realising it was a scam and also requested a refund, which was not forthcoming, resulting in the woman and her family having no holiday.

Montrose was subsequently arrested in June 2015, insisting the caravan existed and belonged to her late grandfather, and that bookings had gone wrong due to being out of her control, but police found no evidence of the caravan ever existing.

Further victims came forward during the police investigation, including one woman who paid £264 for a five-day family holiday including passes to Butlin’s facilities. It was only when she and her family were on her way to Skegness that she was advised by Montrose there had been a problem with the paperwork and was therefore being placed in a B&B instead. Upon arrival a the B&B, the family discovered no payment had been made.

Upon being sentenced to 16 months, Montrose was also ordered to do unpaid work, with Judge Sylvia de Bertodano saying: “All this adds up to a really unpleasant set of offences, the most serious of which are the caravan offences. It didn’t exist, but you persuaded a number of people that it did, and eight people paid to rent it for family holidays.

“The amounts they paid, and the fact that they paid in instalments, gives an indication of the sort of people you were preying on – families who were struggling to get by, who had their family holidays for their children snatched away from them.”

What do you think of the sentence handed out to Montrose? A little too lenient perhaps? Let us know in the comments below.

The Caravan Club reveals some inspirational getaways for 2016

by Joe Jeffrey

From Skegness to Lyme Regis, or just a good old-fashioned seaside break, it looks like The Caravan Club has got you covered for 2016

Struggling for somewhere to go in your caravan this year? Can’t decide what you want to do? Well, The Caravan Club may just be able to help.

Whether it be a UK seaside break, a visit to So Festival to watch the street theatre and carnival of dance, or explore the world of Beatrix Potter in Lyme Regis, the Club has announced a number of great ideas for 2016.

Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s birth

Head to the picturesque town of Lyme Regis, the inspiration behind The Tale of Little Pig Robinson – the perfect place to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter. Wood Farm Caravan Park will inspire families to read all of Beatrix Potter’s tales including Peter Rabbit and Jeremy Fisher with its breathtaking scenery, blue cliffs and countryside walks nearby.

A caravan pitch at Wood Farm Caravan Park this summer costs from £37.00 based on two adults and two children per pitch, per night. Tent campers are also welcome at this site.

Head to a family festival this summer

Skegness Sands offers a great break for young families keen to get creative this summer. From 25 June to 3 July, So Festival takes place across the city. Families can get involved in a colourful carnival of dance, street theatre, music and comedy and the Circus Heroes show will have all family members laughing their heads off.

A caravan pitch at Skegness Sands this summer costs from £26.30 based on two adults and two children per pitch, per night.

A good old fashioned British seaside break

Southport Beach Caravan Club Site offers a traditional bucket-and-spade summer holiday. Days can be spent endlessly playing on the beach, exploring the botanical gardens and visiting the model railway village. Thrill seekers can also spend a day at Pleasureland Southport and enjoy rides including the teacups, waltzers and pirate ship. A caravan pitch at

Southport Beach Caravan Club Site this summer costs from £38.80 based on two adults and two children per pitch, per night.

To book any of these offers, contact The Caravan Club on 01342 779349 or click here.

 

Channel 5’s Carry on Caravanning set to return for brand new six-part series

by Joe Jeffrey

Grab your chance to be a part of the all-new Carry on Caravanning series coming to Channel 5 this year

Channel 5’s hit documentary, Carry on Caravanning, is set to return to our screens after being given its very own six-part series – and show producers want YOU to be a part of it.

The original one-off documentary, which saw a close-knit cast of caravanners cross the country on a weekend break certainly divided the caravanning community for a number of reasons, and we here at CaravanTimes are sure the new six-parter will do the same.

Series producers, Alaska TV, are looking for a new number of caravanners and motorhomers to take part in the series who are planing to take a trip away before June 2016. From first timers to large groups of seasoned caravanners, families and friends to glamping connoisseurs, Alaska TV wants to hear from you.

To watch the original Carry on Caravanning documentary click here to get a taste of what to expect from the new series, due to screen later on in the year.

And, for your chance of taking part in the show, click here for details how. You never know, you and your caravan or motorhome could be the next big thing to hit our television screens in next to no time!

What do you reckon? Would you like to be a part of the new series of Carry on Caravanning, or would you rather just sit back and watch others? It would be interesting to find out what you think.

What’s new at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show for 2016?

by Joe Jeffrey

Check out just small sample of what to expect at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show below

As one caravan and motorhome show closes its doors another one opens – and 2016 is certainly no different in this regard. And now the countdown has begun and In less than a month’s time, the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show will return to its rightful place, Birmingham’s NEC.

Over 350 exhibitors, including leading caravan and motorhome manufacturers from the UK and Europe will be in attendance at this year’s show, taking place between 23 and 28 February, bringing the very latest products and models on the market to the public, some for the first time. So read on to find out what you can expect to see at the Caravan, Camping & motorhome Show this year – you won’t be disappointed.

Autosleepers

Auto-Sleepers has chosen the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show to launch the first of three different and richly-specified Corinium motorhomes with AL-KO chassis and 2.35m internal width.

Rolling Homes

Rolling Homes’ new VW Transporter-based Classic will also be unveiled. Inspired by the original split-screen VW of the ’60s, the model shown at the NEC will be a two-tone red and white version featuring luxury leather and maple panels. Built in limited numbers, it is the highest spec camper ever produced by the firm.

Roller Team

Roller Team will be on hand to showcase its first ever A-Class motorhome to the UK public. The Pegaso 740 is a four-berth, high-specification motorhome combining practicality with additional living space and a luxurious height-adjustable rear island bed.

Knaus

The launch of a brand new luxury liner, the Sun i, on the Lowdhams stand, will be manufacturer Knaus’s latest new offering at the show, featuring a 32-inch LED TV, a glass shower, electrically-extendable floor compartment and lighting which can be controlled by smartphone or tablet.

Knaus will also be showing off its all-new design Star Class caravan range, made specifically for the UK. Including fire-retardant upholstery, smoke alarms, UK-mains electrics and UK road-legal lighting, the range is designed specifically for right-hand-drive markets with the main entry door on the nearside.

Auto-Trail

Tribute by Auto-Trail will be unveiling the Fiat Ducato-based van conversion 680, as well as a new six-berth 736, coachbuilt for 2016. Auto-Trail will also be showing two new models for 2016: a new addition to the Imala motorhome range, the Imala 730 comes with an island bed (usually a feature found in larger models), whilst the new van conversion V-Line SE is a high-spec compact leisure vehicle.   

IH Motorhomes

On the subject of maximising storage solutions, IH Motorhomes will introduce their new 630 FB fixed rear bed model. The front cab area smartly converts into a small dining area. 

Adria

Adria will present the new Compact SLS, a version of the SL Compact (with a rear bedroom slide-out); when retracted, the overall length of the motorhome will be under 6m. It will also be reintroducing over cabs to its range with the new Coral XL Plus A 670 DK (one of two new layouts). Elsewhere on the stand will be the Matrix M 670 SL Silver Collection, a Special Edition motorhome to celebrate Adria’s 50 years of producing leisure vehicles.

Nirvana Mobility and Coachbuilt GB

Motorhome conversions, adapted and designed to incorporate accessibility needs, will be catered for by Nirvana Mobility and Coachbuilt GB, both new exhibitors at the show. On the former’s stand, visitors will find the Freedom range of accessible, bespoke motorhomes and caravans.

The latter displays an example from Coachbuilt GB’s new 22-model 2016 Independence collection, a motorhome with wheelchair access and potential for further adaptation. The ease of access, driving and freedom of movement are all priorities addressed by made-to-order vehicles which allow a degree of independence to holiday makers with disabilities.

The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show is not just about vehicle choices though, and Omar Park Homes heralds the new-year by choosing the event to showcase the new Accent, a stylish, contemporary park home. But that’s not all; Wessex Unique Lodges & Park Homes (part of Omar group) is also launching its all-new, high-end luxury lodge, the Harbour, at the show.

Park Resorts, the UK’s leading holiday park operator, will also be revealing its ambitious plans for 2016. Following on from announcing a total of £25m earmarked for major refurbishment, the park operator will be showing illustrated examples of the company’s new luxury lodges on its stand.    

Trigano Trailer Tents will also be on hand to launch 2016 updates to its Alpha, Galleon and Odyssée ranges, adding convenience, space and additional modular choices to speed assembly.

Scottish firm, Vango, will be celebrating 50 years in business in 2016 and the manufacturer will be showing off the new Rivendale and Rhapsody 800XL, along with an updated version of the Illusion 800. Vango uses inflatable AirBeam technology instead of traditional poles for rapid pitching in any environment. In the same vein, Coleman will be displaying its first FastPitch Air inflatable-pole tents, complete with blackout bedrooms.

To find out more about the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2016, taking place from 23 until 28 of February, and to get your tickets, click here. Also, make sure you keep checking back on CaravanTimes for more details on what else to expect at the show over the coming weeks. It’s sure to be a great one.