<p><u>Episode 201</u> </p><p>Presenters: Aaron Burchael &amp; Chris Byrne  </p><p>Record Date:   11/02/2023 </p><p> Welcome back to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael &amp; Chris Byrne </p><p> This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views. </p><p> 2025 <u>News Review:</u> </p><p> Newstalk: &quot;The Great Facilities Debate&quot; (Radio/National Media) </p><p>In May 2025, the national conversation about the lack of infrastructure reached a boiling point on <em>Lunchtime Live</em>. </p><p><a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.newstalk.com/shows/lunchtime-live-284534" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Newstalk’s Lunchtime Live</a> </p><p> The 2025 Registration &quot;Explosion&quot; (CSO &amp; Business News) </p><p>The Central Statistics Office (CSO) data released throughout 2025 provided the &quot;hard numbers&quot; that made business headlines. </p><p> Planning Row: The Tramore Refusal (Tourism &amp; Infrastructure) </p><p>The Story: A major planning application for a motorhome, surf, and glamping development in Tramore, Co. Waterford was officially refused in mid-2025. </p><p>Article: <a href="https://www.wlrfm.com/news/tramore-motor-park-appeal-2240059" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tramore motor park refusal appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála</a> </p><p> Infrastructure: The &quot;Park-Up&quot; Seesaw </p><p>A massive trend in 2025 saw Irish pubs officially adding motorhome parking to their offerings as a way to bolster rural tourism. </p><p>Article: <a href="https://extra.ie/2025/05/04/news/irish-news/campervans-rural-pubs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://extra.ie/2025/05/04/news/irish-news/campervans-rural-pubs</a>  <br> </p><p>Top 10 Campervan Sites in Ireland </p><p>Deirdre Mullins and RTE published a curated list of the top 10 must-visit campervan sites in Ireland, showcasing the best scenic and well-equipped spots for travellers.  </p><p>Article: <a href="https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2025/0712/1523078-review-i-put-10-campervan-sites-in-ireland-to-the-test/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2025/0712/1523078-review-i-put-10-campervan-sites-in-ireland-to-the-test/</a> </p><p> <br>New Campervan Park Planned for Narin, Donegal </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1970652/planning-sought-for-new-naran-campervan-park-aimed-at-high-profile-users.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1970652/planning-sought-for-new-naran-campervan-park-aimed-at-high-profile-users.html</a> </p><p>Useful free Guide to Buying a Campervan in Ireland.  </p><p> <a href="https://www.trekvanacampers.ie/post/buying-a-used-campervan-in-ireland" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.trekvanacampers.ie/post/buying-a-used-campervan-in-ireland</a> </p><p> Auto-Sleepers Expands into Northern Ireland </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/news/auto-sleepers-adds-camper-ni-network" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/news/auto-sleepers-adds-camper-ni-network</a>  </p><p>New Dunfanaghy Caravan Park Granted Permission </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1942388/granted-permission-for-new-dunfanaghy-caravan-park-upheld-by-an-coimisiun-pleanala.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.donegallive.ie/news/home/1942388/granted-permission-for-new-dunfanaghy-caravan-park-upheld-by-an-coimisiun-pleanala.html</a> </p><p> Motorhome Park Proposal delayed for New Ross </p><p>A new 23-bay motorhome park in New Ross has been delayed for “a year or longer” due to concerns regarding its potential impact on the River Barrow.  </p><p>A Journey into Ireland’s Mystical Heart </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.irishpost.com/travel/a-journey-into-irelands-mystical-heart-by-campervan-286098" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.irishpost.com/travel/a-journey-into-irelands-mystical-heart-by-campervan-286098</a> </p><p> Vantastival 2025 Return, The popular Vantastival festival returned to Co. Louth for the last time. </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.vantastival.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.vantastival.com/</a>  </p><p> 2<u>026:</u> </p><p> The Getaway outside of Dungarvan Waterford is going Adult Only  </p><p>Donegal Tourism Prioritizes Camping and Campervans for 2026 </p><p>Source: <a href="https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/donegal-county-council-outlines-2026-tourism-priorities-with-focusing-on-the-tbex-conference-success-digital-marketing-and-infrastructure-investments-growth-in-ireland/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/donegal-county-council-outlines-2026-tourism-priorities-with-focusing-on-the-tbex-conference-success-digital-marketing-and-infrastructure-investments-growth-in-ireland/</a>  </p><p> Campsites or stop overs: </p><p>2025 saw season 8 of Charlie &amp; Me  we reviewed 36 campsites including our Isle Of Mann tour taking  in 6 sites </p><p>What&#39;s on Charlie and Me this week?   </p><p>Season 9 we are taking on Pub Stops as well as campsites this season AND we are off to Wales in July for 7 campsite reviews. </p><p> We want your input for 2026  </p><p>We welcome your suggestion regarding interesting topics, interviews, tips and hacks, camping products, gadgets, sites, etc. </p><p> We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast. </p><p>To get in touch with us:  </p><p>Web:   thecampingcrew.ie </p><p>Email:   [email protected] </p><p>Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast </p><p>http://www.charlieandme.ie</p><p><a href="http://www.campsitereview.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.campsitereview.com</a>  </p><p> We hope that you like our podcast. 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