# Weekend-Getaway Trailers The Drifter Trailer Has All the Fundamental Features You Need By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drifter-trailer References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/drifter-drift-house/39687/) & [drifthousecampers](http://www.drifthousecampers.com/the-drifter.html) The Drifter trailer is an interesting little dwelling, put together by Seattle, Washington-based company [Drift House Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meadow-exhibition), that is designed to appeal specifically to those people looking for a [small and relatively inexpensive trailer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highway-lite-trailer) for their weekend adventures. This trailer is outfitted with all the basics -- like a bed, kitchen area and storage space -- as well as a range of optional extras for off-grid dwelling. The optional extras with the Drifter trailer include a bike rack, extra wheel, expanded storage, pull-out awning and a toilet tent. You can also make use of [optional off-grid add-ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stockman-rover-02) like a battery and solar panel package, not to mention solar-powered lighting. This trailer is perfect for people who don't need over-the-top luxuries but somewhere to rest their head for short periods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Small and Inexpensive Trailers:** The trend of small and inexpensive trailers caters to budget-conscious travelers looking for a compact and affordable option for their weekend getaways. - **Off-grid Dwelling:** The trend of off-grid dwelling presents opportunities for innovative products and services that provide self-sustainability and independence for travelers during their weekend adventures. - **Optional Add-ons for Trailers:** The trend of offering optional add-ons for trailers creates opportunities for companies to provide customized and personalized experiences for weekend adventurers. ### Where This Applies - **Travel and Tourism Industry:** The travel and tourism industry can capitalize on the growing demand for small and inexpensive trailers as a unique accommodation option for weekend getaways. - **Outdoor Equipment Industry:** The outdoor equipment industry can tap into the trend of off-grid dwelling by developing innovative and eco-friendly products that enhance self-sustainability and comfort for travelers. - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore the trend of optional add-ons for trailers by collaborating with trailer manufacturers to offer integrated and easily customizable features that enhance the overall camping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Foldout Kitchen Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-campers-dropy.md) - [Capacious Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capacious-camping-trailers.md) - [Luxe Home-Like Travel Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-vehicle-hd24.md) - [Architectural Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyview-camper.md) - [Battery-Run Miniature Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coast-trailer.md) - [Off-Grid Family-Friendly Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rei-x-airstream-special-edition-basecamp-20x.md) - [Accessible Feature-Rich Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/droplet-xl-teardrop-trailer.md) - [Open-Concept Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brs-offroad-pursuit-carbon.md) - [Efficient Micro Living Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerocabin-one.md)