Be Prepared
Have you ever tried to get duplicates of precious documents such as marriage certificates and proof of citizenship? Getting involved in government departments is a frustrating business.
There have been many natural disasters early this...
Birthday Surprise
Anyone would think that an 89th birthday was something special. Well, it was, and thanks to my two daughters and their partners it did indeed turn out to be a swell party that lasted...
Buying a Used RV: Part 2
In this, part two of our guide to purchasing a secondhand RV, we want to give you a checklist of what to look for when inspecting an RV with the view to purchasing it....
Murphy Down Under
Someone had to die or retire before you could get advancement in the RAF in England back in my day. So many people, including ourselves, looked towards either Australia or Canada for a better...
Guide To Better Free-Camping: Part 1
Out of all the ways we can travel around the country, free-camping is my favourite. There is something very challenging about living in your caravan in a remote area, using only the resources you...
Camper Trailers vs Tents
If you’ve ever been camping, you’re probably familiar with tents, whether a $20 A-shaped wonder or a more expensive unit that takes only 30 seconds to set-up. You might have even gotten off the...
Caravan Maintenance on the Road
There appears to be an attitude that the more you spend on your setup, the less likely it is that you’ll encounter problems. With an AusRV Byfield XT (offroad) family bunk van that cost...
Is A Foam Or Spring Mattress Better For Your RV?
You should never compromise comfort when sleeping, especially in an RV. Nobody wants to get taken out of commission by lower back problems while they’re trying to enjoy life on the road. Having a...
Thetford Hygiene Products Tested By Caravanners
I don’t think you can be a traveller, whether that is full-time, part-time or a casual weekender, and not know the name ‘Thetford’. We have used many Thetford products over our many years of...