Five-minute mods – spruce up your caravan ensuite
We all love the ensuite’ in our RVs but, with the addition of just four items, we can improve their functionality to levels that rival the ones at home. Best of all, it’s easy to DIY. Without question, the addition…
Isuzu releases a limited production ONYX Edition of the MU-X
Based on the top-of-the-range MU-X 4X4 LS-T, Isuzu UTE Australia releases a limited production ONYX Edition of the MU-X. Limited to an initial run of only 420 vehicles, the MU-X ONYX Edition will be on sale from October 12, 2020.…
Family camp boredom blasters
Replace boredom with education and entertainment to keep the whole family entertained while you camp this summer Camping is about experiences you can’t get at home. The last thing you want to hear is “I’m bored”! With a little forward…
The occasional RV tourist hires a motorhome
What to do when you don’t have a vehicle and need accommodation for a wedding? You hire a motorhome, naturally! Picture this: You own three vehicles (none of which work) and have been invited to a mate’s wedding in the Hunter…
Road trip your way to a better relationship
Pack your bag, pack your van, pack your kids and hit the road. It’s good for the soul and your relationship. “Crap,” I say to my husband as we drive a stretch of the Northern Territory’s Stuart Highway between Adelaide…
Y’know what really bugs us about camping?
Australia’s bugs can be enough of a nuisance to ruin your caravanning adventures. Here are some combat tactics for you to try My wife and I love travelling around this beautiful country, especially the pristine coastline and waterways. There’s only…
DC to AC Inverters: Where the magic happens!
Not everything that we take camping can run on 12V or gas. This is where DC to AC inverters are invaluable. Read on to find out why. An inverter will convert DC power from your 12V battery system to 240V…
Access to Vic Caravan and Camping Virtual Show Extended
If your weekend went too quickly and, as a result, you missed out on visiting the Victorian Caravan and Camping Virtual Show, don’t stress. Due to popular demand, access to the show has been extended. According to Chief Executive for…
Tyre Tensioning: What is it and why do you need to know?
After being on the road for three years, you would think we would have come across most things that could upset your day when using a caravan, particularly regards to tyres. Well, we are here to attest that we can…
Should towing licences be mandatory?
In the wake of COVID-19, new and used caravan sales are going through the roof. This means there will be a lot more first-time towers on the roads. Is it time to reconsider towing licences? A couple of years ago,…
Travelling full-time? How to make it work with or without kids.
Travelling full time is a romantic notion but it’s not all beer and skittles. Here’s how to make it work, by those that already have. Do you have the dream of travelling full time? You see all these great blogs…
Tame the beast – New DO-45 hitch revealed
There’s a new DO-45 hitch by Cruisemaster about to hit the market. Find out what makes this beast their toughest model yet. When it comes to attaching your caravan or camper to your tow vehicle, there are hitches and then…
Go remote, be in control: The insider’s guide to off-road caravanning
You hear a lot about remote travel, but what does it actually mean for us caravanners? And perhaps more importantly, how remote can you (safely) go? I was talking with the Ed (Tim) the other day, and the conversation went…
Caravanners behaving badly. Park managers spill the beans
The untold stories of the appalling behaviour by some in the caravanning community will make your toes curl. Caravan park managers spill the beans on caravanners behaving badly! I don’t know about you, but I like to think my wife…