# Telescoping Camping Trailers The Hitch Hotel Traveler Measures Just 39-Inches in Length By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-03-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hitch-hotel-traveler References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/hitch-hotel-traveler-compact-camper-trailer-telescoping/) & [hitchhotel](https://hitchhotel.com/) The Hitch Hotel Traveler comes as a compact followup to the namesake original camping trailer that will provide car campers with a way to tow their accommodations along with them. The trailer comes as a far smaller alternative to the original with a [telescoping design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berg-offroad-cx3) that, when closed, measures in at just 39-inches to add very little additional heft to the rear of a vehicle. The trailer can be towed by a [standard vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/base-station) and will expand to offer 135 cubic feet of space within to easily accommodate a camper along with all of their gear. The Hitch Hotel Traveler has windows on either side to further increase the spacious feeling within the unit and is expected to be priced at $5,699. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Telescoping Camping Trailers:** Telescoping camping trailers are growing in popularity due to their compact size and ease of towing. - **Car Camping:** More people are turning to car camping as a convenient and affordable way to travel. - **Minimalist Travel:** The rise of minimalist travel is driving demand for compact travel trailers like the Hitch Hotel Traveler. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Recreational Vehicles:** The recreational vehicle industry has an opportunity to offer more compact and lightweight options in response to the demand for telescoping camping trailers. - **Automotive:** Automakers can consider partnering with camping trailer manufacturers to offer compatible and efficient towing options for their vehicles. - **Outdoor Gear and Apparel:** The outdoor gear and apparel industry can explore opportunities to create products that are specifically designed to fit within the limited space of compact camping trailers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expandable Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expandable-camping-trailer.md) - [Semi-Teardrop Compact Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highway-lite-trailer.md) - [Accessible Hard-Sided Teardrop Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tusca-hitchhiker.md) - [Hitch-Style Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urang-hitchhome.md) - [Extra-Tall Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bend-teardrop-tall-boy-trailer.md) - [Compact Three-Person Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-caravan-camper.md) - [Compact Luxe Electric Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd24.md) - [Five-Person Micro Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunter-nature-raptor-x.md) - [Rugged Compact Haulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-uh18-teardrop.md)