A compilation of all of our Money and Travel Budget articles.
How much does it cost us to travel Australia?
What is our weekly outlay and our monthly break-downs?
How do we keep track of our budget?
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Caravans, motorhomes and recreational vehicles (RVs) are a great way to get out, explore Australia and travel for less. Since the 2020 shift in worldwide travel habits, it’s said that 1 in every 10 households now owns a caravan. In fact, Jayco reports that they’ve had a sales increase of almost 80% in the last …
💵 Financing a Caravan in Australia – Everything You Need to Know! Read More »
House sitting while travelling Australia is one fantastic way to not only enjoy free accommodation, but also experience a range of different locations. Consider incorporating house sitting into your accommodation repertoire as you’re travelling. Here I share how to become a house sitter in Australia, so that you can enjoy the extra benefits and experiences …
🏡 How to Become a House Sitter in Australia: 10 Steps! Read More »
I absolutely love Free Camping. In fact, Free Camps provided over 90% of our accommodation when we were living on the road. But not having the conveniences of power, water and amenities on hand for much of the time means that you need to be organised and prepared. Before we hit the road, I didn’t …
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Something to consider when planning your trip is whether or not you and your family will have ambulance cover Australia wide while travelling from state to state. Medicare does not cover the cost of emergency transport or ambulance services to hospitals. Ambulance cover and costs are different in every state and territory, so it pays …
🚨 Ambulance Cover Australia Wide for Travelling (State-by-state) Read More »
Have you ever wondered how much you’d be out of pocket from travelling around Australia for 6 months? Well, we’ve just spend half a year doing just that. While travelling, I’ve been keeping track of all costs for not only travel, but just living in general. I’ve put together our Travelling Australia 6 Month Budget …
You may be wondering how Centrelink payments while travelling Australia actually work. Some of the payment types will just keep rolling on with no change as you travel, while other benefits can be greatly affected. Just to be clear, we’re not talking about catching a free ride while you’re on the road. The purpose of …
💵 How Do Centrelink Payments Work While Travelling Australia? Read More »
Entering the caravan market can be extremely stressful, time consuming and overwhelming if you’ve never owned one before. Being armed with this guide to buying a caravan is going to save you a lot of time and pressure throughout the process. Whether you’re buying a new caravan or going for a second hand one, the …
💵 Ultimate Guide to Buying a Caravan (16 Tips + PDF Planner) Read More »
If more people knew how to make money while travelling Australia, I reckon there’d be loads more people out there exploring this great country of ours. How to make money while travelling Australia is a hard nut that many would love to crack! Although it sounds impossible, there are actually a multitude of ways you …
💵 17 Ways to Make Money While Travelling Australia + Fund Travel Read More »
How much does it really cost to travel around Australia full-time for 12 months? This is one of the most asked questions for those wanting to tackle the Big Lap or road trip Australia. While some people make it all the way around in one year, others wander and take many years to complete a …
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If you’re planning some caravanning and camping trips throughout Australia, you may have wondered whether or not it’s worth joining up with the various caravan park memberships. Caravan park memberships generally offer discounts and perks when booking accommodation within just their parks around the country. But the fact is, if you were to purchase all …
9 Caravan Park Memberships Australia – Worth It? Read More »
With the popularity in hybrid campers popping off all over the country, you might be wondering what the outlay is for such a handy camper/ caravan mix. If you’re not entirely sure what the difference between a regular caravan and a hybrid camper is, have a read of What is a Hybrid Caravan or Camper? …
How Much Do Hybrid Campers Cost in Australia? [Price Charts] Read More »
With the explosion in popularity around caravanning in Australia, plus the effects of 2020 across the world, it’s easy to see why the cost of caravans in Australia have risen over recent years. In 2021 alone, over 23,931 recreational vehicles were produced in Australia, which broke all manufacturing records from the last four decades. In …
How Much Do Caravans Cost in Australia? [Price Comparisons] Read More »
Before hitching up your new caravan to the back of the car and taking it for a spin, it must be registered to your home state. As with all things motor related in this country, each and every state comes with a different set of requirements for caravan registration. To make sure your caravan is …
Caravan Registration Australia [State Costs & Requirements] Read More »
It’s easy to assume that the main cost of caravanning is simply the initial purchase. After that, you’ve got a free pass to unlimited holidays all around Australia, right? Well, not exactly. While the caravan purchase is the biggest piece of the pie, there are some other costs of caravanning to consider before jumping in. …
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While it’s easy to assume that your regular roadside assistance membership (for your car) will also cover your caravan, that’s not always the case. Here we cover everything you need to know about caravan roadside assistance so that you won’t find yourself caught out in the case of breakdown, accident or emergency on the road. …
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So, you’ve just bought (or are thinking about buying) a van and need to figure out which is the best caravan insurance in Australia. You’ve come to the right place. Buying a caravan these days is a massive investment and one that you’ll want to make sure is completely covered for as many situations as …
Best Caravan Insurance Australia [Cheapest Comparison Table] Read More »
