Caravan Guides & Tips Advice
Explore our practical caravan buyer guides and ownership advice, from choosing the right van to towing, maintenance, insurance, and resale tips.
Buying & Selections
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...
RV Industry
12V Smart TV Buyer’s Guide for Caravans
Some people already own a spare household TV and think, "Why not just use that?"
Legal & Compliance
Do You Actually Qualify to Free Camp Legally?
"Probably." and "We should." - Would be most Australians response - but the reality is that the rules around how to free camping legally...
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 – 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 – 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.
Tow Mirrors – Fixed vs Temporary Towing Mirror Comparison
Elvin Pal compares clip-on vs replacement towing mirrors after years of towing, revealing why Clearview mirrors remain his top pick.
Long-Term Tyre Test – 40,000 Kilometres Review
After 40,000km of Aussie touring, Elvin Pal reviews how the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tyres performed across desert, beach, and outback roads.
Is It Lithium Ready? – Caravan Battery Upgrade Guide
Find out how to upgrade from AGM to lithium safely and ensure your caravan system is compliant with 2025 standards.
