Meet Sammy Faircloth – Author, Presenter, Expert & Touring EnthusiastTravel, Touring and Trips is the creation of Sammy Faircloth, a respected voice in the caravan and motorhome world. With over 15 years of experience writing for top industry magazines—including Caravan and Motorhome Club Magazine, Caravan Magazine, MMM, Practical Caravan, and Practical Motorhome—Sammy is known for delivering clear, hands-on advice that truly helps fellow tourers.
Following in the footsteps of her late father, John Wickersham—a revered author and caravan/motorhome expert—Sammy built her knowledge working closely alongside him. His bestselling titles such as
The Caravan Manual and
Build Your Own Motorcaravan helped shape the industry, and Sammy proudly continues that legacy.
In 2021, Sammy released her first book:
📘 The Caravan Handbook – a must-have guide packed with practical know-how for everyone from curious beginners to seasoned owners.
After its success, a fully updated Second Edition followed in 2023.
Not one to stop there, Sammy launched her second book:
📗 The Motorhome & Campervan Handbook in November 2024, giving motorhomers the same practical, jargon-free advice they’ve come to trust.
A regular expert judge for the Caravan and Motorhome Club Design Awards/Tow Car of the Year Awards and a proud member of the Caravan Writers’ Guild, Sammy has also travelled extensively across the UK and Europe, deepening her technical know-how through real-world experience.
In 2016, she was honoured with the Doug King Award for Journalism, a tribute that carried personal meaning due to Doug’s close friendship with her father.
Whether you’re looking for reliable guidance, inspiration for your next trip, or the perfect handbook to boost your touring confidence—Sammy’s here to help you hit the road, fully equipped.