Why RV Travel Can Be So Good for Your Mental Health
RV travel can do wonders for your mental health, and it’s not just about the view. From slower days to happy hour friendships, here’s why life on the road feels a little lighter.
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If there's a farmers market in the next town, we're stopping. Here are our favourite Australian markets on the road, from tropical Cairns to the Barossa.
Uluru is not a quick roadside attraction. It deserves several days, a good pair of walking shoes and at least one sunset spent doing absolutely nothing except watching the colours change. From the Base Walk and the domes of Kata Tjuta to the best places to park the RV, here's how to make the most of one of the great Australian road trips.
A family wedding in Cairns was meant to be the end of the road. Instead, it became the start of Gayle Bentley's Cairns to Cape York adventure with a caravan and three kids in tow.
Solo RV travel means no debating the route, no negotiating the playlist and no explaining yet another bakery stop. If you've been thinking about setting off on your own, here's why it's worth it.
Features
Rock of Ages
Wilpena Pound looks almost otherworldly, until a bunch of erratic emus sends you back down to earth. Melissa Iaria roams South Australia's Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, guided by 40,000 years of Adnyamathanha stories.
Where the Cicadas Dwell
Nitmiluk's towering sandstone cliffs are one of Australia's most recognisable landscapes. But as Glenn Marshall discovers, the greatest story here isn't captured in the rock, it's in the Jawoyn people who call it home.
Bankrolling the Big Lap
Life on the road doesn't have to mean putting work on hold. Meet the tradies, photographers and business owners finding creative ways to earn a living while travelling Australia full-time.
Destinations
Uluru by RV: The Rock is Just the Beginning
Uluru is not a quick roadside attraction. It deserves several days, a good pair of walking shoes and at least one sunset spent doing absolutely nothing except watching the colours change. From the Base Walk and the domes of Kata Tjuta to the best places to park the RV, here's how to make the most of one of the great Australian road trips.
10 RV Friendly Towns in WA Worth Adding to Your Road Trip
From Wheatbelt salt lakes to Goldfields legends, these 10 RV Friendly Towns in WA make it easy to park, stay and explore. You may arrive looking for a dump point and leave with a new favourite town.
Spotlight On Bundaberg
Bundaberg is famous for its rum, but its turtles, ginger beer and sugarcane fields are just as iconic. With the National Rally in town this month, here's why it's worth extending your stay.
Travel Stories
Cairns to Cape York Travel: A Family Caravan Adventure
A family wedding in Cairns was meant to be the end of the road. Instead, it became the start of Gayle Bentley's Cairns to Cape York adventure with a caravan and three kids in tow.
Same, Same But Different
After 16 years and 100,000 kilometres in their motorhome, a wild Tasmanian storm forced Mike and Chris Gilbert's hand. Here's how they made the switch to caravanning without changing who they are.
Why We’d Do the Oodnadatta Track All Over Again
Word on the street was that Lake Eyre was at its fullest since 1989, so Troy and Areti hit the Oodnadatta Track to see it for themselves. Here's what they found along the way.
News
Orana Outdoor Show Brings 150+ Exhibitors to Dubbo Showground
The Orana Outdoor Show rolls into Dubbo Showground from 18 to 20 September, with over 150 exhibitors showing off the latest in caravans, camping gear and 4WD accessories.
Competitive Pricing, Comprehensive Cover and Local Support
With competitive pricing, RV-specific cover and a team that understands the travelling lifestyle, CMCA Insurance is helping members get more from their insurance. Discover the benefits available, including the Price Beat Offer, $5,000 contents cover and a $60 CMCA credit for eligible new policies.
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.
Reviews
Dreamer RV Wanderluxe Caravan Mattress Topper
Sore hips and a strained shoulder had Briar Jensen tossing and turning in her caravan bed. Here's whether a purpose-built RV mattress topper actually solved the problem.
Suncamper Conqueror 3.0
Combining the rugged accessibility of a four-wheel drive with the comfort of a compact motorhome, the Suncamper Conqueror 3.0 is a go-anywhere off-grid camper with a price tag to match.
Sunliner Ekho
Motorhomes under seven metres in length often have unavoidable compromises, but Sunliner’s new Ekho offers some good alternatives to common pain points, writes Malcolm Street.
Advice
RV Spring Cleaning: 8 Jobs to Tackle Before Your Next Trip
The days are getting longer and the caravan in the driveway is looking very tempting. A little RV spring cleaning now means you'll be ready to roll the moment the weekend calls.
Driving on Gravel Roads
Some of Australia's best campsites sit at the end of a gravel road. Here's how to prepare your rig, and yourself, before heading off the black top.
DIY Fault Diagnosis
Is there something caught in your tail shaft, or is the gearbox about to die? Mark Allen shares a few DIY tricks to diagnose the problem before it costs you money, or worse.
Lifestyle
Why RV Travel Can Be So Good for Your Mental Health
RV travel can do wonders for your mental health, and it’s not just about the view. From slower days to happy hour friendships, here’s why life on the road feels a little lighter.
Australian Markets Worth Making Room in the Esky For
If there's a farmers market in the next town, we're stopping. Here are our favourite Australian markets on the road, from tropical Cairns to the Barossa.
5 Reasons to Give Solo RV Travel a Go
Solo RV travel means no debating the route, no negotiating the playlist and no explaining yet another bakery stop. If you've been thinking about setting off on your own, here's why it's worth it.