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Silverton Outback Camels – Review
Read more: Silverton Outback Camels – ReviewWe stayed here for 2 nights, a quirky place, with lots of animals freely wandering around. This is definitely not your typical caravan park. Would we stay here again, yeah, why not? Our Experience We arrived mid afternoon, and were greeted by Peter who showed us where the campsites are. The campsites are level and…
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Brinkworth RV Park – Review
Read more: Brinkworth RV Park – ReviewWow, this is a good park to base yourself at to explore the area. Excellent facilities, power and water to boot, and at an extremely cheap price. Or Experience This park exceeded our expectations, while not being the most secure (no locked gates etc), it was quite, felt safe, and for the cost, very cheap.…
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Road Trip – Brisbane to Adelaide
Categories: Caravan Road Trips AustraliaRead more: Road Trip – Brisbane to AdelaideAfter being stuck in Brisbane for nearly 3 months, due to various appointments, it is now finally time to hit the road again. This time we will be heading to WA for Christmas / New Year, so a trip over the Nullarbor is coming up soon. The Plan Get to Adelaide in a timely manner.…
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Trip Planning – WikiCamps for Beginners
Read more: Trip Planning – WikiCamps for BeginnersThis post is going to be all about planning for that upcoming trip. Wether it is a week long holiday, or on the road for a longer period, the way you use WikiCamps is the same. Everybody is different when it comes to planning their holiday, some people want to “wing it” , others want…
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Finding Dump Points and Water with WikiCamps
Read more: Finding Dump Points and Water with WikiCampsWhen you’re on the road in a van, caravan, or motorhome, staying topped up on fresh water and having somewhere to dump waste is essential when trying to do free camping. Knowing where these points are ahead of time allows you to plan accordingly. That’s where WikiCamps comes in. More than just a campsite finder,…
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Cooloola 4WD Tracks from Rainbow Beach and Carlo Sandblow
Read more: Cooloola 4WD Tracks from Rainbow Beach and Carlo SandblowA guide to off-road adventures and scenic drives in Queensland’s Rainbow Beach. If you’re travelling Australia with a 4WD and a sense of adventure, Cooloola Recreation Area is a stretch of coast worth slowing down for. Just south of Rainbow Beach, this part of the Great Sandy National Park offers more than soft sand and…
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Big4 Breeze Holiday Park – Review
Read more: Big4 Breeze Holiday Park – ReviewThis is an excellent dog-friendly park in the Rainbow Beach area. The park is large, with sites to suit any user from tents to big rigs. Rainbow Beach is nicely placed as a base for fishing, boating, beach driving, and close to the Great Sandy National Park and K`Gari (Fraser) Island. at just over 3…
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Caravan & Car Tyres – Construction and Pressures Explained
Read more: Caravan & Car Tyres – Construction and Pressures ExplainedChoosing the right tyres — and running them at the right pressures is one of the most important parts of safe and comfortable towing. Tyres aren’t just “black round things”, their construction, load rating, and inflation determine how well they carry the load of your car & caravan, cope with rough roads, and resist punctures.…
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Starlink for Caravaners – Which Plan Is Right for You?
Read more: Starlink for Caravaners – Which Plan Is Right for You?Staying connected on the road is for some of us no longer a luxury, it’s how we check the weather, keep in touch with family, stream a movie, or even work from the caravan. For us grey nomads travelling Australia, Starlink has become the go-to option when mobile coverage falls short. This article aims to…
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Internet on the road – Tips
Read more: Internet on the road – TipsToday I will describe how we use, plan, and access the internet while on the road full time. We have been on the road for nearly 1 year, and have picked up a few tips and tricks along the way. There are a lot of options, and a lot of money that can be spent…
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The Peril of Low Clarence Bridges for Caravans
Categories: Van LifeRead more: The Peril of Low Clarence Bridges for CaravansWhen touring Australia in a caravan, one silent risk often overlooked is low clearance bridges—anything below about 3.2 m can spell disaster. Google Maps won’t warn you about these hazards, and with caravans easily reaching heights of 3.1 m or more, you could be directed straight into trouble. During our trip where we had to travel through…
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Burke River Boulia – Free Campground
Read more: Burke River Boulia – Free CampgroundThis campground, while basic in features, was peaceful, safe and with plenty of trees around, shady. We would definitely stay here again when passing through. Our Experience This is quite a large campground, with lots of places to set yourself up away from other campers. You can also swim in the river, with easy access…
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Almost Grey Nomads caravaning around Australia