The annual Brisbane Caravan and Camping Pre-Christmas Sale has had its biggest year yet, with almost 15,000 Queenslanders flowing through the gates.
Attendance figures were up by 184 compared to previous years, and more than $15 million worth of products, from caravans to motorhomes to accessories and camping gear, sold.
Almost 100 exhibitors showcased everything from entry level camper trailers to top of the range caravans and motorhomes.
The show manager of organiser Caravanning Queensland, Jason Plant, said he was “ecstatic” with the results of this year’s sale. He said it was the most successful sale in more than 30 years.
“With more than 300 vehicles sold, this is certainly our most successful sale in our 31-year history,” Mr Plant said.
“We are proud of the legacy we have created in the caravan and camping industry, and we look forward to pulling out all the stops next year to offer customers the best deals in the lead up to Christmas.”
Dale Lawrence, general manager of Kratzmann Caravans and exhibitor at the sale, agreed that this year’s sale was the best, with 2.5 times more Kratzmann sales made compared to 2015.
“We have been a part of the sale since the very beginning, and we haven’t seen something like this in years.” Mr Lawrence said.
“Caravanning is a booming industry, with a consistent increase in the family market; however, we did notice at this year’s sale, a majority of Kratzmann purchases were made by couples.
“With a display of 75 vehicles covering seven brands, we noticed a shift towards ensuite caravans with separate shower and toilet, including family layouts, making them the best selling products of the event.”
Mr Plant acknowledged the shift in the market as more families take up caravanning and camping.
“Grey nomads used to be the driving force behind the caravan and camping industry at 25 per cent, but families have taken over and now make up 50 per cent of the industry,” he said.
“We believe there are opportunities for the family market to grow significantly in the future, and we encourage more families to come along to our shows and sales and see what caravanning and camping is all about.”
