Paws for Thought: Caravanning With Dogs
They say a dog is man’s best friend. Personally, I couldn’t agree more. They have a way of getting under your skin and working their way to your heart. So much so that many...
Caravan Space Savers
With caravans being a small fraction of the size of the average house, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when attempting to squeeze everything in that you think you will need for your travels.
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Caravanning and RVing in Australia Closes
Many years ago, I set up a website to answer caravanning queries and to sell my books. It grew to include such things as caravan manufacturers, caravan clubs, travel stories and much more.
Recently, there...
A Windy Warrnambool Muster
The weather gods didn't smile on us as we gathered at Warrnambool, Vic, for the 13th Australian Caravan Club's National Muster and AGM.
Despite the weather, we had a great time and even the flapping...
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 Industry Hits Back
Recent media commentary claiming the Australian caravanning industry has little or no regulation demonstrates ignorance and a lack of understanding surrounding how the industry is governed, claims Caravan Industry Association of Australia CEO Stuart...
Freedom Camping Advice
Free camping. We all love the idea of it. The trouble is knowing what free camping is and understanding how to get the best of it.
Here’s the word: the best way to approach free...
Caravan Trip Planning
1. PREPARATION!
Make sure both your car and caravan have been serviced, including wheel bearings on the van. Use reputable companies and tell them your plans so they can check that you are thoroughly prepared...
Grampians Pyramids and Other Wonders
Yes, Egypt and the pyramids are a long way from Melbourne – 3,966.903km by air to be exact – but you can see some pyramids much closer home than that.
Dotted around in a lovely...
In Defence of Caravanners
If you’re anything like me, you’re sick of certain parts of the media bleating about ‘bloody caravanners’.
The star of one particular truck driver rose recently following his inflammatory comments on a website dedicated to...
