Tyre pressure is crucial during offroad travel, especially because of the varying conditions your 4WD campervan will be subjected to, such as mud, dirt, gravel and even snow. Taking your 4WD campervan through these conditions might be tricky, considering how these journeys will usually pack more than a few people. So, performance is of the essence. One of the most …
So you’re planning on a big outdoor adventure and you need to ensure you have everything prepared for the journey. If you’re wondering what specific gear you will need, here’s a list that would prove useful. Fuel and fluids While not technically gear, fuel and fluids remain the most crucial part of any 4×4 adventure. Packing fuel in plenty should …
A 4×4 Explorer motorhome is an incredibly durable vehicle, destined to bring you years of exciting adventures on and off-road. That doesn’t mean that you can neglect it. Like any premium quality vehicle, regular maintenance and care are required to keep your motorhome at it’s best. Below we look at some ways you can maintain and even enhance your 4×4 …
A motorhome has got to be the most comfortable way to travel while still enabling you to go to places that are more remote and beautiful. And part of what makes a motorhome so comfortable is being able to use some of our favourite appliances. To be able to use these appliances while off-grid, you need a motorhome that either …
Part of the joys of getting out and about in your motorhome, is being able to enjoy it with the people and pets that you love. Travelling around Australia you’ll see that there are many people enjoying the outdoor life in their motorhomes and caravans with their pets in tow. It can take a little bit more planning when your …
Taking your dog with you as you travel around Australia in a motorhome, can be one of the most rewarding parts of the whole trip. One of the keys to making your trip successful is to take care of your dog whilst travelling; this means making sure he is happy, healthy and safe. Here are our tips to making sure …
It can be hard to stay healthy on the road, with so many sights to see and new experiences to enjoy, we can sometimes find ourselves with excuses to indulge or reasons to stray from the healthy routines we have established. Here are six tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle while you’re camping: 1. Keep to your regular routine In …
Some owners are confused about whether you should cover your motorhome in the winter months. Owners understand that if their motorhome is not being used in the summer, they should cover it to protect it from our harsh Australian sun. But is it also important to cover it in the winter? If it’s being stored outside… then, yes, you should …
Hazards to Avoid Whilst Outdoors “Camping in the Bush” Australia has a reputation for being a harsh and dangerous environment; while that’s true, it is also a beautiful country where camping in a motorhome is a rewarding experience. There are some hazards that you should be aware of and avoid if possible. But as always, the number one key to …
Setting Up Your New Camper for the New Traveller It’s so exciting when you finally take possession of your new (if only new-to-you) motorhome and get ready to take it out on it’s first shake-down trip. The objective of a shake-down trip is to find out all the parts of how your motorhome functions, how you like to travel and …
We Australians like to take our holidays in the summertime and take the opportunity of the good weather to enjoy all the outdoor and water-based activities that we love. But sometimes, summer is just a little too good, and temperatures heat up more than is comfortable. When it gets too hot outside, you can guarantee that it’s going to be …
There are many benefits to travelling and living in a motorhome, one of the main benefits being your ability to go wherever you want while still having all the conveniences of home. But there still may be some compromises you’ve had to make with your camper van, such as having limited storage space onboard. Or you may find that it’s …
Living full-time in a motorhome or caravan is not for everyone. There is definitely an adjustment when you transition from living in a house or apartment to living in a vehicle. Of course the biggest (or smallest) change is the space; because even the smallest of apartments is larger than most camper vans. But there is also an adjustment period …
You’ve applied for leave, saved up some holiday spending and packed up the motorhome ready to hit the road on an epic outback adventure! But before you head off into the wild blue yonder, stop and take stock of what you’re going to do to ensure you, your travel companions and your motorhome / camper van are as safe as …
You’ve set off on the adventure of a lifetime. No more planning, no more working, no more ‘normal’ life, for now. Just adventure, exploration, relaxing, learning and experiencing. As you drive your camper van off into the sunset you wonder, ‘have I really planned this properly? What am I forgetting?’ You’ve got the following things all sorted: plenty of holidays …
For many of us, there is so much excitement about heading off on adventures in our motorhome. But just like any other adventure, sometimes you crave the familiarities of home. That’s the beauty of the motorhome lifestyle, you can go out on adventures each and every day if you wish, but then, at the end of the day, you can …
Every motorhome enthusiast seems to have an embarrassing story to tell about their early days traveling by motorhome. Whether it’s running out of petrol in the middle of nowhere or a story of genuine danger, every traveller always learns what to do and what not to do from the experiences they have encountered. But do you really need to experience …
Australia is a vast country of widely differing landscapes, climates and seasons. By investing in a motorhome, you’ve opened up a whole new world of possibilities to travel to remote and stunning regions of the country. Many people will never get the chance to experience and appreciate the regions that are now available to you. But ‘knowledge is power’ as …
