Terra Trek Prototype
Why the borrowed camper became the bought one Hubby and I were planning a once-in-a-lifetime road trip with our 10-year-old son. We were heading to the Red Centre and keen to get off the beaten track. We decided to do…
TESLA MODEL X
Yes, it’s got gull wings, but can it tow? We tow-test the new Tesla SUV, the all-electric Model X Whether you like it or not, the internal combustion engine is on the way out, thanks to tough emissions laws. The…
That lemon caravans page: Is the zest just turning to acid?
Sure, there are problems in the caravan industry but could the self-proclaimed caravan consumer champion, now be just a self-absorbed source of vitriol and paranoia? If you’re in the market for a new caravan or RV, it’s likely you’ve seen…
The 2020 Victorian Caravan & Camping Virtual Show announced
The Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV) trade body has launched an exciting initiative: The Victorian Caravan & Camping Virtual Show. Between September 2-6, 2020, you can attend one of the caravan lifestyle’s biggest events, just a bit differently. That’s right, for…
The 6 ways to improve your Christmas Presence
How to camp like a champ over the holidays (or anytime really…)By Melinda Uys We’ve struggled through the year, stretching out escapes from the rigours of work over four weeks of annual leave and the odd stolen long weekend. So…
The best five motorhomes under $150k in Australia
You can jump behind the wheel without having to sell a kidney in exchange for your freedom. If your budget is $150K and under, this is the article for you.
The big time – it’s awesome!
I drove a Ford F250 once, well more than once. I drove it so much I didn’t wanna give it back, in fact, when I was supposed to give it back I nicked off to Melbourne in it contrary to…
The Big Trip – Cape York in two weeks
If that wasn’t enough – we borrowed the van too!By Justin Lorrimer For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to travel to Cape York. The journey is surrounded by campfire tails of legendary 4X4 tracks, amazing fishing…
The Big Trip – From the centre to the west via the back way
As it’s destined to become a bitumen thoroughfare sometime in the future, you should take the Great Central Road while it’s still a roughly-drawn red line.By Colin Kerr Carved out through sometimes fascinating desert country between Uluru in the Northern…
The Big Trip: On the Dinosaur Trail in Winton
Touring and adventure go hand in hand – none more so than in and around Winton in Central Queensland. Getting there There’s plenty of route options when it comes to getting to Winton as your central destination. Whether you head…
The Big Trip: Tasmania
A family of five test their comfort levels and squeeze into a motorhome for a rolling exploration of the Apple Isle… Tasmania is one beautiful place. We have visited quite a bit in recent years and all loved it. In…
The Big Trip – Touring with a Medical Condition.
Touring around Australia and experiencing everything the Outback has to offer may be relatively easy if you’re young, fit and healthy. But what happens if you’re getting on in years or you have a chronic medical condition? Is it possible…
The Big Wet: How to caravan in the rain!
Travel has been upended due to COVID-19. But you can plan a tropical adventure now. Surprisingly, we’re suggesting: The Big Wet: How to caravan in the rain! So how do you caravan in the rain? My first trip to outback…
The Blackmore Family: Rules for Happy Campers
Let’s Go Caravan and Camping. There’s just no better way to enjoy nature and all of our amazing landscapes, plus you get to meet loads of new people while you’re out there. But we want to make sure you’re not…
