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Caravan Buyer Guides & Ownership Advice

Explore our practical caravan buyer guides and ownership advice, from choosing the right van to towing, maintenance, insurance, and resale tips.

DIY Jerry Can Water Hack: Add a Tap and Hose for Under $30

Transform your camping water setup and eliminate heavy lifting with this easy thirty dollar modification that makes washing feet and refilling bottles effortless on...

Buying a Caravan in 2026: How to Buy with Confidence

Navigate the caravan market in 2026 with clarity. Understand contracts and options for a confident and rewarding purchase experience.

Remote Touring Guide: The Ultimate Outback Survival Blueprint 2025

Australia offers sensational adventures but with the majority of our mainland being arid, remote travel dangerous without preparation. Luckily, with the right planning, you...

Caravanning with a Moon Boot 2025 – Real World Lesson

Discover how we managed an off-grid caravan adventure with a fractured ankle, proving that a last-minute injury doesn't have to stop your travel plans.Overview...

Are Caravan Slide-Outs Still Worth It? – Real life vanners share their experience

Craving more room to move? Discover how Bruce and Marg Gow gain extra living space without towing a longer van. Learn if slide-out caravans...

Real World Lesson: Handling Six Tyre Failures on One Outback Lap

Follow Alison and Peter as they navigate six separate tyre disasters across the Outback, proving that even with preparation, the unexpected happens and flexibility...

Vehicle & Trailer Safety Chain Hook Kit

Overview – Why This MattersThis article introduces a solution for caravanners struggling with difficult Dee or Bow shackles that cause back pain and are...

Remote Caravan Communications 2025 – Sue & Greg’s Top Tip for Outback Safety

Learn from Sue and Greg Evan’s breakdown on the Barkley Highway and discover why securing reliable communications before you leave is the ultimate safety...

Essential 4WD Roof Loading Guide 2025 – Safe Setup For Off-Road Adventures

Learn how to calculate your vehicle's true roof load capacity to safely carry rooftop tents and gear without compromising stability or insurance on your...

Caravan Mods Guide 2025 – Simple DIY Upgrades

Discover how fellow caravanners Gary and Karen implemented simple, clever modifications to make their van storage smarter, cleaner, and more efficient on the road....

Caravan Garage Guide 2025 – Building Your Home Base

Building a garage for your caravan involves council permits, often challenges like dealing easements and custom designs. This guide uses one vanner's journey to...

Caravan Show Buying Guide 2025 – How to Buy Smarter

Planning to buy a caravan at a show? Our 2025 caravan show buying guide provides essential tips on finance, planning your day, and finding the right van.

Essential Caravan Towing and Payload Advice: When ‘No’ Is the Best Answer

Beginner journey: Here's how a frank conversation on towing payload at the dealership preceded decades of safe, comfortable and fun camping adventures – words...

Caravan cooking: Lady Settledown’s Easy Jam Doughnut Muffin Recipe

An easy morning or afternoon tea bake you can whip up in your caravan.A Note for Caravan BakersThese smell amazing when cooking however they...

Two-Use Camping Champions – Lightweight Gear Hacks

Smart gear that works twice as hard - clever campsite items and stubby holder tricks every traveller should know.