Solar panels open new doors for campers. Not only do they provide efficient, green energy for free, but they also give you more travel independence. When you power your campervan from the sun, you can enjoy more off-grid travel opportunities since you won't have to rely on campsites as much. Day trips to those off-the-beaten-track destinations could become multi-day or multi-week adventures.

To get the most out of a portable solar panel, combine it with a power station to store all that good, green, unused energy. Jackery solar panels are compatible with Jackery Explorer power stations.

The Jackery 100W portable solar panel is an excellent panel for campervans. It's sturdy and lightweight, and due to its fold-up design with magnetic closures, it is easily transportable. It can also charge when the sun is not fully shining, and the adjustable stands allow you to capture those precious rays from various angles.

Keep in mind that 100W solar panels charge smaller devices, such as laptops, lamps, or cellphones. Therefore, buying a 100W panel is an excellent idea for solar-power beginners. If you take to the concept, you can add another panel or upgrade to a more powerful one to fuel bigger appliances.

After a long day of driving the campervan, there's nothing better than kicking back and admiring the stars while listening to your favorite sounds. The Bose SoundLink Micro is small and portable yet has a crisp, clear sound to help you switch off and recover from your journey.

However, it won't produce decibels to a level that will disturb your fellow campers. It has a nice, cozy volume suitable for everyone. But, if you feel the need, you can pair it with other compatible SoundLink speakers for a louder experience.

The tear-resistant strap enables you to hang the speaker for better acoustics, enhancing your listening experience while you relax under the stars with a beer.

You will also feel secure using this speaker while parked on or near the beach, as it has an IP67 rating. This classification means it is dustproof (or sand proof) and can be submerged in water for a short period without damage.

Therefore, this rating also makes it pretty much weatherproof. So if you're caught short on a day hike in a bit of inclement weather, at least your favorite tunes will keep your spirits up.

An inflatable light is an ingenious idea for anyone with a campervan. In fact, having more than one is a good idea, too. You can use Inflatable LED lights around the campervan as well as outside for evening campground barbecues and other events. Not only that, but it is also an excellent gadget to bring with you on activities away from the campervan.

The Luci Outdoor solar inflatable light by MPOWERD is a highly versatile and budget-friendly lamp. It is incredibly lightweight at 125 grams, and given that it is inflatable, it is also collapsible. This feature means the light will take up next to no room in the campervan when deflated. It can easily be stored in a drawer or bag, freeing up precious campervan space.

Powering this light from the sun takes around seven hours. This charge will give you 24 hours of cool, 75-lumen LED brightness. It can be attached to backpacks or anything else with its adjustable strap, making it suitable for nighttime hiking or even adventurous spelunking.

You needn't worry about the weather either because its IP67 rating makes it virtually water and dustproof. This classification makes the light suitable for parking at the beach, taking it poolside at night, or hiking with it in poor weather conditions.

With campervans being more prominent than your average vehicle, it can be challenging to get a clear view of any obstacles behind you. A backup system with a camera resolves this, and many feel the whole campervan experience is safer with one fitted.

They are helpful for backing into your pitch at the campsite. It will be much easier to avoid trees or tent poles, and reversing into the exact position for your awning is much simpler. Additionally, you may also want to use it while on the go so you can easily see other vehicles on the road behind you.

The Vision S 4.3-inch wireless backup system from Furrion is one of the best choices for an RV backup system. It features a handy touchscreen in high resolution at 480p and has helpful park-assist marker lines.

With the camera's automatic motion detection, pedestrians, pets, and children are also safe behind your campervan. Furthermore, the Vision S Sharkfin camera has an infrared night vision mode for late-night arrivals and a wide-viewing angle to help make more informed choices.

The plug-and-play installation is simple on pre-prepped campervans, while It also has a good IP65 rating. This classification means it is dustproof and weather and splash-resistant. Therefore, beach trips and poor weather won't pose any problems.

Suggesting to other campers that watching movies is a good camping activity may lead to a few disapproving frowns. However, everyone is different. Sure, it may be a great idea to get away from your daily entertainment on short trips. But, you may eventually be pining for the latest Netflix shows and Hollywood blockbusters while on longer trips.

A mini projector is an excellent accompaniment to a roll-down screen in a campervan. You can fit the screen unobtrusively to the ceiling and enjoy the entertainment from the comfort of your campervan bed. On the other hand, you could also attach fittings on the outside of the van to enjoy an outdoor theater experience under the awning.

The Bigasuo mini video projector is not a space hogger. It is small and lightweight and even has a DVD player for those who still make use of those collections. This mini-projector is also one of the few available to have a native 720p resolution, and it also supports 1080p for a sharp and detailed projection. Couple this with its up to 8000:1 contrast ratio, and you have a projector that produces striking colors and images. It is compatible with screens up to 200 inches, and you can connect streaming sticks, game consoles, and almost any other device.

On the downside, there is no brightness control, so it is best to wait until dusk is behind you before watching outdoors. Also, you might want to leave your Blu-ray discs at home; they are incompatible with this projector.

A portable power station is also known as a battery or solar generator. For campervan use, it pairs effectively with a portable solar panel. The panel garners power from the sun in the daytime, while the power station stores all the unused energy for evening use.

It is the greenest way to use a portable power station, and the Jackery Explorer 240 couples perfectly well with Jackery solar panels. Getting the power station charged fully via the solar panel will take around five to seven hours. However, the generator also has a 12V DC car port, or you can power it via a wall outlet. These options will charge the station in about the same time frame.

It stores enough energy to charge smaller devices multiple times and a larger appliance, such as a 60W mini-fridge, for almost a full day. Consequently, you will be able to unwind with your laptop or tablet and a glass of wine or a refreshing beer in the evening.

Unlike regular generators, portable power stations are silent. Your fellow campers, or the blissful silence of nature, will not be disturbed by your need for electricity. Furthermore, at 6.6 pounds, it is easily transportable and lightweight with a sturdy and rounded plastic handle. However, it is not waterproof. So, once that rain starts dripping down, get your Jackery portable power station undercover as soon as possible.

It's great for weekend use when going off-grid and as an alternative power source around the campervan. However, if you want a more powerful battery generator with more ports, Jackery also manufactures bigger devices.

When using a travel router in a campervan, you will want one as small as possible. The TP-Link AC-750 Nano (TL-WR902AC model) travel router is a perfect choice. It is barely noticeable when packing at just 0.5 pounds in weight and smaller than 3 x 3 inches in size. It will take up the absolute minimum of precious luggage and campervan space.

Travel routers can create a private network for extra security if you have access to the main router. Alternatively, you may be looking to boost your weak signal. You can do this by placing the travel router between the campsite router and the device you want to connect. Keep in mind that the optimum area to set the travel router is halfway between the campsite router and your device. If no wall outlet is available, a USB battery pack may be the best solution.

You can also use this travel router as a hotspot hub. You can connect all your devices to a network via the travel router, and you will only need to log in to the network once.

The router has three modes: client mode, hotspot mode, and range extender mode. You can easily use these functions interchangeably. The setup process is easy, and you won't get that confused headache many other travel routers provide.

Connectivity speeds are good, and it supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, so you can switch between them to get the optimum connection. On the downside, the range isn't as wide as more prominent travel routers.