Are you tired of boring holidays and dull weekends? You can do something about it if you're prepared to use a little bit of imagination. One of the biggest mistakes that many of us make when planning a holiday is to think that we must stick to the same itineraries as so many other tourists.

Why should this be the case? One reason is that this way of thinking probably results from our familiarity with package holidays. We came to believe that such holidays offered us the best opportunities of fun and enjoyment. Often, however, we found that we were to be disappointed. Those package holidays rarely offered the individual experiences that we were really looking for.

Despite this, some of us undoubtedly have a nostalgic attachment to that type of holiday experience. This is unfortunate and we may come to realise that we need to think about our leisure time in a whole new way if we are to make the most of it.

Why should we wish to stay in the same expensive, disappointing accommodation as hundreds or thousands of other people? Equally, why should we have a determination to undertake exactly the same leisure pursuits as so many others?

If you're looking for more rewarding holidays then the answer is to think about independent travel arrangements and to consider what is right for yourself and your family. This may mean taking a completely different route to that which you are used to.

Fortunately, it's likely that you will find that thinking about your own specific needs will lead to more positive holiday experiences. It helps to explain why many people are opting to buy caravans.

These vehicles can help you to save money when it comes to accommodation. More importantly, they offer a much greater sense of freedom and flexibility. You can jump in your car and take your caravan to any destination that you may choose. Once you arrive your destination, you'll be safe in the knowledge that you have good quality, clean accommodation immediately available to you.

This gives an indication of why it is that so many people are caravan owners. Think about whether a caravan might offer more flexibility to your family and allow for more positive holiday experiences.