A collection of all things travel gear and accessories for caravanning and camping in Australia.
Three of the biggest definers of being able to Free Camp for extended periods of time come down to water tank capacity, a good solar set-up and of course, how much storage space you’ve got for toilet waste. So, once you’ve got your food, shelter and power sorted, you just need to make sure you’ve …
🚽 RV & Caravan Compost Toilets – How Do They Work? Read More »
When you purchase an ensuite caravan (particularly second-hand), it will already come installed with a toilet. However, smaller caravans and campers often don’t have room for an ensuite, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a toilet onboard. The main types of toilets for caravans in Australia include the Cassette Toilet, the Gravity Toilet (with …
Cleaning a cassette toilet is not all that different from cleaning a household toilet, with the exception of having to empty the holding tank (cassette). Here’s how to clean a cassette toilet from start to finish. P.S. If you’re not sure if you can poop in a cassette toilet, here’s the full scoop on doing …
The steps on how to use a cassette toilet aren’t too different to how you’d use a household toilet. The big difference comes at the disposal end of things. Although this post covers all things cassette toilets, there are a couple of other caravan toilet types, which also work really well. Here’s everything you need …
Having an onboard caravan toilet sounds like a fantastic idea… until you get to the topic of doing number 2s in them. Every caravanner has the same question when they’re starting out, “Can you poop in a caravan cassette toilet?” Yes, you can poop in a cassette toilet, as it all gets mixed up and …
One of the scariest things for a caravanner to experience is caravan sway, also known as ‘snaking.’ While caravan sway is actually quite normal and the van usually will pull itself back into line behind the tow vehicle, there are some scenarios where that swaying can pick up momentum and go the other way. Even …
How to Stop Caravan Sway (6 Tips + Prevention Strategies) Read More »
Knowing that your valuables will be kept safe and secure on the road can be a big concern, whether you’re travelling in a camper trailer, caravan or motorhome. With limited space and payload allowance, bolting a big heavy safe into your RV just isn’t an option. Thankfully, there is a perfect solution for those who …
🔐 Hide Away Safe for Caravan, Motorhome & Camper Travellers Read More »
Prior to 2015, Webasto and Eberspächer were the only two diesel heater brands available, which meant that the market was monopolised by just two companies. Since then, the industry has opened up to all manufacturers, resulting in a flooding of new brands hitting the shelves. When it rains, it pours. This poses the question, are there any Australian …
🇦🇺 Are there any Australian Made Diesel Heaters for Caravans? Read More »
The most popular time to hitch up and hit the road in Australia are the warmer months, particularly over the Christmas break. However, caravanning in summer can be pretty damn hot unless you’re plugged in at a caravan park and can switch the air conditioner on. The trick with how to keep a caravan cool …
If you’ve just bought yourself a Chinese diesel heater off eBay, you’ve probably noticed the lack of instructions. And if you were lucky enough to get some kind of user manual, you’ve just won yourself the Chinese diesel heater golden ticket – user manuals are a rarity! Chinese diesel heater instructions can range from being …
🔥 Chinese Diesel Heater Instructions: A Helpful Guide Read More »
In this luxurious world of modern day caravanning, there is no need to go to bed cold on a freezing night while travelling off-grid. The use of diesel heaters for caravans has exploded over the last few years and with good reason. Installing a diesel heater can range from an inexpensive DIY install to an …
When people think of travelling Australia in a camper or caravan, they generally think of hot temperatures. However, the reality is that many parts of Australia can get bitterly cold, particularly once that suns start to descend below the trees in winter. A diesel heater is the perfect solution for keeping warm while camping off-grid …
🔥 What Size Diesel Heater for Caravan (2kW vs 5kW)? Read More »
The ‘cheap’ Chinese diesel heaters are extremely popular within the caravanning & RVing community. However, as with most things found on eBay, there is no such thing as ‘after care’ or ‘tech support.’ You make the purchase, then you’re left to your devices to install the thing and sort out any issues that may arise with …
15 Chinese Diesel Heater Problems + Troubleshooting & Error Codes Read More »
A caravan diesel heater installation is one of the best DIY mods you can make for your caravan, RV, motorhome, camper or bus! These guys go for less than $200 on eBay these days and with this step-by-step process, anyone who’s handy on the tools can have it in before happy hour. Here we’ll go …
🔥 Caravan Diesel Heater Installation (12 Steps + Photos) Read More »
When it comes to hitching up and towing something behind your vehicle, you’re going to need some towing mirrors. Legally speaking you must have towing mirrors in Australia, especially if you find yourself in an accident and want to be covered by insurance. But, more importantly, having a full view around your vehicle and caravan …
We all know that storage space inside caravans is prime real estate! Every nook and cranny should be utilised, every drawer and cupboard must be organised and the caravan weights need to remain low. It’s a fine line. The first rule of thumb when trying to keep a caravan organised is to keep your belongings …
Breezy Shade guarantees to be the best beach tent for wind. It’s the ultimate shading solution for beach, picnic, camping and more. We’ve been testing one out to see for ourselves if it stacks up to its claims. Read on for our in-depth Breezy Shade Review. This ingenious invention consists of a stretchy piece of …
🏖 Breezy Shade Review – BEST Beach Tent for Wind! Read More »
So, you’ve just bought yourself a new caravan, but you’re wondering what caravanning essentials you should pack into it? Look no further! This guide will help you with everything that you need to get going on your next caravan adventure. Bear in mind that you don’t need to rush out and fill your caravan with …
Using a 12 volt Vacuum Food Sealer for travel has a range of benefits. It is common knowledge that when food is stored and sealed properly, the storage life of the contents is far greater. Cryovacing meat is often a popular option when you need to store it for a longer period of time and …
So, you’re contemplating travelling Australia with bikes or scooters, but just don’t know if they’re worth packing or not? Many people wonder if taking the kids bikes on a Big Lap is worth the effort, but I can say that ‘yes,’ it’s worth taking the kids bikes. It’s not worth packing the adults bikes unless …
Travelling Australia With Bikes & Scooters – Are They Worth Taking? Read More »
Here we share with you the essential items that should be included in every caravan or camping First Aid Kit for travelling around Australia, plus lots of additional items, which could potentially come in handy. Australia can be one vast and dangerous land to road trip if you don’t have a comprehensive First Aid Kit …
🧰 Caravan & Camping First Aid Kit Checklist (40+ Items) Read More »
Installing a DIY caravan awning clothesline saves so much hassle when it comes to drying your laundry on the road. As long as your awning is out, you can easily get those wet towels and loads of washing hanging up to dry. The benefit of having a clothesline permanently attached to the awning is not …
👕 DIY Caravan Awning Clothesline (Photos + Instructions) Read More »
Finding the best towel to suit all of our travel needs can be rather difficult. Not only does it need to be lightweight and compact, but it needs to actually do it’s job. That is, absorb water, dry quickly and be comfortable to use. When we find ourselves going on a bush walk where we …
2 Tesalate Towel Reviews: Beach Towel + Gym Towel (Australia) Read More »
Outlaying the money for a caravan is a huge investment and not one that you’d like stolen or broken into in a hurry. Knowing how to protect your caravan from theft with a range of caravan security devices and tips, is something that every caravanner should know. Whether you’re storing your caravan away between trips, …
The SUV Doorstep is a small, foldable latch step, designed for a car or 4WD. You simply hook the SUV Doorstep onto your car door striker (where the door latches on), making access to the rooftop much easier. If you’re worried about whether or not the doorstep can take your weight, they’re guaranteed for up …
Travelling with a UHF Radio while exploring Australia is an important topic that often comes up when people are getting set up for a big trip. For short range communication between other vehicles, a UHF radio for outback and caravan travel in Australia is an essential tool to have with you. It’s the main system …
🎙 Best UHF Radios for Outback & Caravan Travel Australia Read More »
The MUK MAT is a camping grass mat, which is brilliant at removing sand, dirt, dust and prickles from your feet and shoes before entering the caravan, camper or tent. MUK MATs come in a range of different sizes to suit your camping needs. Once you’re ready to hit the road, just roll up your …
MUK MAT Review – Are They Better Than the Alternatives? Read More »
You’re getting set to head off on a road trip across Australia and need to know all of the right information. Here we tackle the big one: can you carry diesel or fuel on the back of your caravan, trailer, camper, RV, van or 4WD? I’ve been in that same situation, wondering the same thing …
⛽️ Can You Carry Diesel/ Fuel on the Back of a Caravan? Read More »
With all of the fancy camping and caravanning set-ups these days, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with having too much stuff. Many of the items available these days claim to make life easier, but in the end just add more unnecessary ‘stuff’ to your space. The Swing-away BBQARM is an Australian invention created by Kylie …
Review: BBQ ARM for Caravan + DISCOUNT Codes ($20 or 5% OFF) Read More »
Now that the weather is cooling down, it’s time to start considering how to heat your caravan without electricity while you’re camping off-grid. Keeping the caravan warm when off-grid camping in the winter can mean the difference between an enjoyable trip and one you’d rather forget. When looking at how to heat a caravan without …
🔥 How to Heat a Caravan Without Electricity (17 TIPS for Staying Warm) Read More »
