They Sold Everything to Travel Australia Full Time – And Never Looked Back
What happens when you sell everything and hit the road? Discover how one couple traded a conventional life for full-time RV travel around Australia.
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Warming up on a winter RV trip? Discover five of the best Australian whisky distilleries to visit, from Tasmania's coast to South Australia's Barossa Valley.
If your dogs love the beach as much as Jacqui and Rob Woods' do, you're in for a treat. Travelling with dogs full-time in their 2023 On The Move Traxx Series 4 couples van, Jacqui has learned exactly what makes life on the road easier for Georgie and Bella - and she's sharing every hard-won tip.
Need a digital detox? Discover seven of Australia's best campgrounds where you can unplug, unwind and reconnect with nature. Explore scenic RV-friendly destinations across the Northern Territory, Western Australia, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales, featuring rainforest escapes, lakeside retreats, outback adventures and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Planning a winter caravan trip? Discover Australia's best snowy caravan parks and campgrounds near Thredbo, Perisher, Bright and Cradle Mountain.
Features
Warm Up This Winter: The Australian Whisky Distilleries Worth Visiting
Warming up on a winter RV trip? Discover five of the best Australian whisky distilleries to visit, from Tasmania's coast to South Australia's Barossa Valley.
Walk This Way Along The South Coast
Experience one of New South Wales' Great Walks on the three-day Murramarang South Coast Walk. Stretching 34 kilometres through Yuin Country, the trail winds past secluded beaches, dramatic sea cliffs and towering spotted gum forests, with opportunities to spot lyrebirds, sea eagles and the park's famous beachside kangaroos. With camping, cabin-based and guided options available, it's an accessible adventure for walkers of all experience levels.
10 Sizzling Outback Hot Springs
From bores to bathtubs, bush waterholes to corrugated iron tanks, conventional pools to swanky spas, there are myriad ways to soak up Australia’s thermal waters. Heated deep within the earth, these mineral-enriched waters have long been lauded for their therapeutic benefits, including pain relief, muscle recovery, stress reduction, improved circulation and better sleep. Thermal pools are also places of social connection, so add these 10 beauties to your travel itinerary.
Destinations
7 Australian Campgrounds Where You Can Truly Unplug and Reconnect With Nature
Need a digital detox? Discover seven of Australia's best campgrounds where you can unplug, unwind and reconnect with nature. Explore scenic RV-friendly destinations across the Northern Territory, Western Australia, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales, featuring rainforest escapes, lakeside retreats, outback adventures and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
The Best Snowy Caravan Parks and Campgrounds in Australia
Planning a winter caravan trip? Discover Australia's best snowy caravan parks and campgrounds near Thredbo, Perisher, Bright and Cradle Mountain.
Australia's Off-Road Hidden Gems
These aren't your pull-in, plug-in and pour-a-wine kind of destinations. Australia's off-road hidden gems skip the sealed roads and busy caravan parks altogether, trading them for waterfalls, salt lakes and red dirt you'll be talking about for years. If your van's up for a bit of dust and a mild disregard for comfort, here's where to point it.
Travel Stories
The Best Plans Are the Ones You Change
Three months, thousands of kilometres, two adventurous dogs and countless memories along Queensland's spectacular coastline. Jacqui Woods shares what she learned about caravan travel with dogs, chasing spontaneity over schedules, and why the best trips rarely go to plan.
Sealing the Deal
When they couldn't buy a yacht, Shendell Mullane and Tim Jones set their hearts on a motorhome. Here, they share their purchasing journey, explaining how it was as easy as one, two, three…
What a Trooper
In their trusty LandCruiser Troopy, David and Helen Jobson take ‘Australia’s longest detour’ through the heart of Australia, encountering hot springs, early-settler relics and lots of camels.
News
CMCA Insurance team building
Following the recent launch of CMCA Insurance, we meet the team and check in to see how members are enjoying the cover and service.
CMCA Insurance launches specialist caravan and motorhome cover
CMCA has partnered with NM Insurance to create CMCA Insurance, in a major move that will improve customer service, build confidence and ensure all members are heard.
Aussie Off Grid Caravan Brand Topargee Wins Global Award
Australian caravan accessories brand Topargee has taken out a prestigious international export award.
Reviews
Tried and Tested: Beach Soul Portable Shower
By employing a simple design to wash away sand, salt and grime, this Aussie business has made a huge impact – in more ways than one.
Avida Longreach LX
Avida’s latest Longreach is turning heads with a significant design and electrical upgrade tailor-made for luxury off-grid travel, writes Malcolm Street.
Review: JB Caravans Marco Polo
The Marco Polo is a Mercedes-Benz campervan, but not as you know it. A derivative of the V-Series, this compact Euro camper is a casual weekender with benefits, writes Malcolm Street.
Advice
Travelling with Dogs: Jacqui's Road-Tested Caravan Tips
If your dogs love the beach as much as Jacqui and Rob Woods' do, you're in for a treat. Travelling with dogs full-time in their 2023 On The Move Traxx Series 4 couples van, Jacqui has learned exactly what makes life on the road easier for Georgie and Bella - and she's sharing every hard-won tip.
Stop Leaks Before They Start
Water damage is every RV owner's worst nightmare, but a few simple maintenance checks can help keep your rig protected.
Trading Burnout for a Big Lap
Why more Australians are swapping stress for slow travel, and how life on the road can boost your wellbeing.
Lifestyle
They Sold Everything to Travel Australia Full Time – And Never Looked Back
What happens when you sell everything and hit the road? Discover how one couple traded a conventional life for full-time RV travel around Australia.
Following the Music: How the Busby Family is Travelling Australia with Four Kids
When life became all work and no time together, Tom and Huma Busby decided to make a change. Now, they're travelling Australia with their four children, combining family adventures with Tom's music career and embracing a slower, more connected way of life.
The Surprising Benefits of a Digital Detox While Travelling in Your RV
Think a digital detox sounds impossible? Spending a few days offline while travelling in your RV could be exactly what you need. From better sleep and deeper conversations to reduced stress and a greater appreciation of the world around you, discover why disconnecting from your screen can help you reconnect with what really matters.