These Turkish-Built and European-Style Teardrop Campers Are Perfect for American Travelers

Folks, Noah's Trailers is one of those companies that can truly be considered international. That's because its story began in Europe and has been turning heads ever since coming to North America. But did you know that the beauty you see before you, the 5K Ayaz flagship, is actually built in Turkey?

That's right. The smooth and seamless machine before us today is a European-designed and Turkish-born machine destined for the Canadian and US markets. Oh, and just so we're on the same page here, depending on the features and options inside, you can expect to drop around $30K-$40K on a new Ayaz. Neatly enough, they're a little cheaper over in Europe, so be sure to look into transport fees.

Now, to get a feel for what's in store with this flagship, let's pretend we're out on the open road and heading toward that X on your map. As you're driving along, an independent suspension system is at the base of the Ayaz, and with it, you're able to break away from the tarmac and even venture out deep into the wild, within manufacturer-declared limits, that is. Combine that with a galvanized steel chassis and the base for this camper is ready.

Once you've made it out of whatever terrain you decided to venture through to make it into that forest clearing you were searching for, it's time to stretch your legs a bit and take in the sights and sounds of the world around you. After all, the reason why we do this is to immerse ourselves in the natural world.

After you're done with the sights and sounds and hugging it out with your significant other, it's time to see what else the Ayaz is all about. As you turn to face your temporary home, you can't help but wonder how Noah's Trailers whips up such a streamlined and seamless unit.

Well, nothing but good old fiberglass is used to bring the Ayaz to life—and almost all other units this manufacturer produces—and with it, it gives shape to a shell suitable for up to three guests. It has a roof rack for essentials or a proprietary tent, a rear-mounted galley, and my favorite, a moonroof that simply can't be beaten. With the chassis, the Ayaz weighs no more than 1,470 lbs dry (667 kg).

At this stage, you'll open the side doors, revealing an interior that's absolutely flawless, with its European-style headboard and cabinetry and that awesome clear view of the sky above. That last feature is the one I'd end up buying this unit for, or if I ever built a camper for myself, I would look for a way to create a unit with something similar.

Before exploring the rest of this camper, take a moment to picture yourself and your significant other in this space. How would you feel waking up to a pristine baby blue sky above, while the night before you fell asleep counting stars and figuring out which constellation is which? Feel free to comment below.

Back outside, you may want to unload whatever you have sitting on that roof rack, whether it be a couple of kayaks, campsite gear, or unfurl another tent as you see in the image gallery. But it's the galley that I'm really buzzing about.

Since I'm a big foodie, the galley or any RV kitchen is where you'll find me most often, and Ayaz's kitchen is just as clean and sharp as the interior. Sections and features are well defined and run flush, all brought to us by that whole European styling, and for protection from the elements, the hatch above is there, and the sidewalls of the units ensure the wind doesn't blow out your flames; not to worry, an induction top for outdoor cooking is in place and runs on solar-drawn power, the free stuff.

Speaking of solar power, let's go over the off-grid features and options available for this unit. Overall, 14.5 gallons (55 liters) of fresh water can be brought along, and ensuring some off-grid power, a 3,000 W Renogy inverter and 200 Ah of battery array are in place. Solar panels are not included as standard but the roof-top tent Noah's Trailers offers does have one integrated into the shell.

Now, I could sit here and talk about what this travel trailer can do for your lifestyle for the next couple of hours, but the best way to really get a feel for it is to find a dealership in your area and go from there. Just be sure to bring along some cash because you could be leaving with a new camper.