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.
Everyday Touring
The New Code of the Road: Is Our Camping Etiquette Undergoing a Massive Shift?
Is the classic caravan wave dead? We're diving into the modern rules of the road, from Starlink setups to the dreaded 'Shortcut Sin'
Everyday Touring
Post-Trip Caravan Care: What to Do After You Get Home
For many caravan owners, the focus is always on getting away - planning routes, packing gear, and setting up camp. What often gets overlooked...
Everyday Touring
Caravan and Camping Trips Are Being Disrupted More Often – Here’s Why
OverviewAcross Australia, more caravan and camping trips are being interrupted, delayed, or cut short than many travellers expect. In some cases it is weather....
Why More Australians Are Using Rooftop Tents and Portable Power
Australian travellers are increasingly pairing rooftop tents with portable power to support flexible, off-grid camping and short touring stays.
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 – Safe Setup For Off-Road Adventures
Why This MattersThis guide is for 4WD tourers and families who carry gear on their roof, specifically those using rooftop tents or boats. It...
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...
