Welcome to V &C Impressions
This blog is where we share stories from our travels, life on the road, and the realities of caravan living. From tech setups and practical tips to hidden gems we discover along the way, everything here is based on our own experiences and opinions as we travel together.
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Starlink Roaming Plans Update in 2026
Read more: Starlink Roaming Plans Update in 2026Starlink has updated its limited Roam plan in late 2025, replacing the old 50 GB option with a new 100 GB plan. While the headline change is the larger data allowance, there are a few important functional differences travellers should understand: What’s changed: In practical terms:You now get more usable high-speed data each month, and…
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Three Excellent Day Trips from Port Lincoln
Categories: ExperiencesRead more: Three Excellent Day Trips from Port LincolnExploring Whalers Way, Lincoln National Park, and Coffin Bay National Park Port Lincoln works beautifully as a base if you like day trips without constantly packing up camp or the caravan. Everything feels remote once you’re out there, but you’re never too far from town if you need fuel, supplies, or a decent coffee. During…
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Caravanning the Nullarbor – What to Expect
Categories: Road Trips AustraliaRead more: Caravanning the Nullarbor – What to ExpectA grey nomad’s guide to crossing Australia’s most famous stretch of road For many grey nomads, crossing the Nullarbor Plain isn’t just another drive, it’s a rite of passage. It’s one of those trips people talk about for years before they do it, and for good reason. The Nullarbor strips travel back to basics. What…
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December 2025 Expenses
Categories: Van LifeRead more: December 2025 ExpensesWhat it costs to stay on the road full time I post these budget updates every now and again, it gives me a good reason to look at what has been spent, and why. Also it makes a good subject to write about as lots of people think that living on the road full time…
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State Border Food Rules
Read more: State Border Food RulesIf you’re travelling Australia by caravan, you’ll get used to seeing border signs, quarantine bins and the occasional checkpoint. NOTE: Picture above is from Interstate Quarantine website , you can click on the icons to get more info on the checkpoints. If you haven’t dealt with it before, Australia’s domestic biosecurity rules can feel confusing.…
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First Full Year on the Road – What Comes Next in 2026
Read more: First Full Year on the Road – What Comes Next in 2026Hello 2026 We’ve eased into 2026 the same way we like to ease into most things these days. Parked up, settled for a while, letting the rush thin out before we move again. Christmas and New Year have become our pause time. A chance to reset, look back, and quietly think about what’s next before…
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Greatviews at Port Lincoln – Review
Read more: Greatviews at Port Lincoln – ReviewWe originally booked 4 nights, but with so much to see and do in the area we extended our stay to 7 nights. We found the campsite to be in a convenient location being centrally located by the National parks. Our Experience There are various camping options from self-contained to power and water hookups, we…
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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: 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,…