The Perfect Romantic Break

24-28 May 2010

Here for our 30th Wedding Annivesary (26th) and thought we’d so something out of the ordinary - not that we ever do ‘ordinary’!!!

We were a little anxious about our venture into Campaland but Lucy and Lula made the transition very painless and Lula especially has been absolutely perfect taking us the length and breadth of this beautiful Island.

Beautiful weather as well made sure we travelled around a lot from country roads, coastal paths (not with Lula!) and the famous TT course. Point of Ayre to Calf of Man where I did my bit advertising Lula to an interested passer-by. She certainly attracts more than a quick glance.

What more can we say that that, she has made our anniversary that extra bit special and we will always remember our holiday in the Isle of Man with lots of happy memories.

Thank you Lula & Lucy!

Graham & Gail from South Wales “Hwyl Fawr!”

Three Go On An Adventure

22-26 March 2010

It’s our last evening here as we write our blog - and we’ve had a fantastic time!

We love old vehicles & Lula didn’t disappoint us one little bit!

The Isle of Man is a wonderful place to send quality time - the scenery we found amazing. Our son Clayton absolutely loved the whole experience, particularly as we to place his car seat in the front on the right hand side -so he thought that he was doing all the driving!

We’ve been a bit unlucky with the weather but our spirit hasn’t been dampened -we would definitely like to visit again.

John, Tray & Clayton (age 3) from Buckinghamshire

Luke & Sarah’s Grand Tour

28 Sep - 3 Oct 2009

Just woken up at Ballaugh Shore on the NW coast, which is a good spot to ‘overnight’ at, although no loos so you have to be at one with nature.

Yesterday we visited Port Mooar at Maughold Head on the East coast, it was very pretty and right on the shore. It would be a fantastic overnight stop. After Maughold we wondered around Ramsey and discovered Shakti Man. Now, this is the perfect shop for kitting you and your home in a hippie-peace loving-man style. Perfect for camper van dwellers. We regret not buying some of their woolly knee-length socks, not because we were cold, but because we would have looked the part.

We then drove to the barren wilderness knows as the Point of Ayre. Gale force winds and a whole lot of nothing to be found there! So we wandered West along the coast searching for a room with a view and here we are at Ballaugh Shore.

Highlights of our trip

The seals at Peel

Making bacon and eggs in Lula

Kippers, the Castle and the triple scoop ice creams at Peel

Walking along the Prom in Douglas

The coastal footpath from Castletown to the Sound

Thank you Lucy & Lula, We love you! xx

Sarah & Sam have a super time

28 Aug - 1 Sep 2009

Writing my first entry at 7am as I sit in my new beach hut/hotel/van at the sea’s edge at Glen Wyllin - booked into campsite but pitches too muddy so we chose ‘a pitch’ in the car park at the beach end - nice and level and tarmac’ed - with sea views to die for.

Friday - Flew to I.O.M with Manx2 from Gloucester.
Picked up our new best friend Lula then off to Snaefell Mountain Railway from Laxey - brill. Drove to Ramsey and parked up for a cuppa - looked like lots of places to overnight. Stayed overnight at Laxey Campsite - good kitchen facs - but only one shower and you got to be slim! Again, Laxey harbour/beach front very quiet and would be great to stay overnight. Brilliant whiskey/malt selection at The Shore Hotel, as well as own brews - Bosun.

Saturday - The Sound - asked to borrow someone binoculars! Amazing to see seals basking - in the rain…. Then to Niarbyl for lovely soup and views. Did Kipper tour in Peel in afternoon - 3.30pm daily. Great bacon and kippers for tea!

Sunday - Point of Ayre to suss out for the night. Most of parking on way up (from Kirk Michael) - nature reserves so no overnight stops allowed. Best one is Point of Ayre - desolate - wind and rain - so glad we had Lula to shelter in. Next stop Ramsey. Then Ronaldsway for Airport Museum. Worth a stop if you’re passing. Then Peel for Davidson Ice Cream Shop. Found a great place to park up by the Castle - Fenella Beach. Right by the waters edge and quite sheltered. Public loos still open at 8.50pm.

Monday - House of Manannan, Peel - interesting and interactive, £5.70 per adult. Celts, Vikings and good display on Fishing and Kippers. Next time would have bought the £15 ticket to visit all 5 sites, inc. Laxey Wheel. So it’s raining hard and Lula is all steamed up as we make our last cuppa tea. We have had a great time in spite of the weather. Glad we visited The Sound, Niarbyl and Snaefell when the weather was dry.

It’s been a really special time we’ve had with Lula - to know her, is to love her. Many thanks to Lucy.

Love Sarah (age 45) & Sam (age 20)

The Johnson Family have a jolly good time

31 July - 7 August 2009

As there were five of us we needed the awning so based our camp in Peel, it was lovely. Did late nights on the beach with picnics (different beaches but the nicest was Peel in the evening). Not enough time to do all the great things we wanted to do.

Lula made us friends were ever we went. Great place for the kids, will be coming back but with less luggage!

I had fun - Love you Lula - Amy (age 16)

We had lots of fun - Sally (age 8 years)

Me too - Charlie (age 10)

Wedding day bliss

4 July 2009

Thank you so much for letting us hire the camper for the day. We had great fun and she really made our wedding.

Thanks again - Amber & Dave

A weekend adventure

25-29 May 2009

Lula kept us nice and cosy in mixed weather and took us all round the Island. We stayed on two campsites, in Peel and Kirk Michael, both very good. The other two nights we parked up - at opposite ends of the island - in the Cregneash Village (South) and The Point of Ayre (North).

Found plenty to do: the £15 ticket giving access to five heritage sites is good value. The House of Manannan is somewhere to spend a couple of hours (in Peel). Did a couple of good walks: round ‘Lands End’ and Glen Wyllin and Spooyt Vane (nr Kirk Michael)

Eating out - Mitre pub at Kirk Michael was about the best.

All in all a great few days

Tips - Don’t bring too much luggage and check out coverage of your mobile phone before you come

Peter & Sheila, from Sheffield

The Cowell’s explore our Isle

15-17 May 2009

Lula we love you
Lula we do
There is no other Camper Van
Can compare to the beauty of you!

You sheltered us from wind & rain
And kept us toasty warm
We thought you were a terrific gal!
Brought peace and love and calm

Thank you Lula for your care
You made our weekend great
We travelled all over our beautiful Isle
There was no need for haste

Lula you are special
You look stylish, cool and chic
But most of all dear Lula
You made our weekend unique

Love Ronnie, Anne, Shannon & Chloe xxx

Lula - A girl on Film

May 2009

We love Lula and won several road races in the derestricted zones, admittedly by running the motorcyclists off the road, but who dares wins.

Treat her kindly and enjoy this Island paradise.

Love Toby Amies, Grant Fulton & Lisa Goldapple xxxx

Filming for Channel Five

Beltane 2009

May 2009

Lula had a wonderful time at Beltane. She was admired by lots and kept us warm and cosy

Zoe, Andy, Carrick and Reegan

Lula - The Sundance Kid

13-17 April 2009

We drove up from Castletown into the eye of the storm and parked up on a hillside with only the sheep for company. The sun was an acid drop of blood-orange red and bruised pumpkin orange as it sank into the tearful April skies.

The sheep took refuge in the lea of the centuries-old slate walls as the wind played Lula like an antique pump organ, howling and whistling, booming and rumbling…….. and Lula danced rocking and rolling and reeling through the night, yeah, rocking and rolling and reeling through the night.

After Kerouse & Cassidy, as befits (perhaps) this vehicle.

Malcolm & Anne

Jills’ birthday - A blooming marvelous time was had by all

29th March 2009

Lula is a pea-green camper van
We rented in the Isle of Man
And even tough she’s left hand drive
She goes like a dream and we’re still alive

Bless Lula kept the cold away
As the gales blew round Port Erin bay
As the waves crashed on the harbour wall
She kept us safe and we had a ball

Even though we broke the key
She sheltered us through our revelry
When we parked on the eastern coast
Our VW beauty was a perfect host

The only thing that makes us moan
Is that we can’t take sweet Lula home

Thank you sooooo much

Love Jill, Claire, Sue, Annie & Judy

Mothers Day Weekend

20-22 March 2009

Can we keep Lula?

Having only known her for a couple of days she already feels like one of the family. She has provided us with everything we need and given us all smiles of fun. The gas heater is great and is more than capable of fending off the Manx weather (We stayed at Smeale during a cold, north westerly wind - brrrr!).

Thanks to Lula - See you again soon

Andy (age 35), Julie (age 35) & Sam (aged 15 months) xxxx

Benni & Ingrid explore the Isle of Man

19 October 2008

Making friends with Lula was a fun experience.

She likes to take things easy and in her own time. Lula makes you feel at home as soon as you step inside, providing for your every need, she really has thought of everything.

Once is Lula’s care you can be assured of a comfortable ride wherever you go on the Island and a good nights sleep.

A word of warning though, Lula is often photograph by passing admirers.

Benni (aka Jim 55 yrs & 6ft 2ins tall) & Ingrid (aka Lesley 54 yrs & 5ft 8 ins tall)

Kevin’s Birthday Bash

7 September 2008

Tremendous time

Fabulous memories. Made me smile the entire time despite the weather.

highly recommended for young and old. A weekend I and my family will never forget and for all the right reasons.

Lula performed brilliantly.

Kevin (aged 45), Karen & Jamie

The Devereau’s do the Claddaghs

25 August 2008

Had a great time, the children loved it.

Martin, Carol, James (4), Sam (2) & Joseph (1)

Lula & Williams in the Wild - Manx Radio World Tour

August 2008

A fantastic experience which brought back all those childhood memories.

Lula is magical and looks after you all the time. I can’t wait to do it again. Brilliant.

Chris Williams

Manx Radio